TOEFL® Podcast 6 Asking for an Extension for an Assignment Script by Dr. Lucy Tse Student: Professor Eng, could I speak to you for a minute? Professor: What can I do for you? Student: Well, it's about the paper that's due on Thursday. I was wondering if I could get an extension? Prof: I don't give extensions unless there's a very good reason. Student: Well, you see, I've been sick and haven't been able to do the library research I need for the paper. Prof: This paper was assigned at the beginning of the semester so you've known about it for six weeks. I purposely give students plenty of notice so that they can budget their time accordingly. I understand that you've been sick, but I can't give you an extension because you've procrastinated. Student: I didn't wait until the last minute to do the assignment. I started researching my topic weeks ago. In fact, I've already written a rough draft of the body of the paper. But, I need a couple more sources for the conclusion. Prof: I'll tell you what. If you can get a note from your doctor, I'll give you an extra few days. Otherwise, it'll still be due on Thursday. Student: Okay, I understand. Thanks, anyway. I'll try to get it done by Thursday. Script by Dr. Lucy Tse Note: TOEFL® is a registered trademark of the Educational Testing Service, which does not endorse and was not involved in the production of this podcast