#q-9694Respond to a SituationCore & AcademicMediumReal Exam Prediction

Fallen Tree

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Official Audio Prompt

You are on your way to campus to deliver a presentation when a fallen tree blocks the road, preventing you from arriving on time. You call your professor to ask if it would be possible to reschedule your presentation for later, or allow another student to present first. What would you say?

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You are on your way to campus to deliver a presentation when a fallen tree blocks the road, preventing you from arriving on time. You call your professor to ask if it would be possible to reschedule your presentation for later or allow another student to present first. What would you say?
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Pearson Official Scoring Guide for Respond to a Situation

Scored Enabling Skills

  • Speaking (Oral Fluency, Pragmatics, Tone)

Timing Standard

Response Window: 40 Seconds

💡 Examiner Strategy & Pro Tip:Match tone to context (polite for professional, informal for peers). Directly answer all prompt requirements.