Why does he want to see the dentist?
Because he has terrible toothache.
How urgent is it?
It’s very urgent.
Can the dentist see him now?
No, he can’t.
Why can’t the dentist see him now?
a man who has toothache.
What time of day is it, do you think?
How do you know?
It’s morning. The nurse says, ‘Can’t you wait till this afternoon?’
Good morning, Mr. Croft.
Because he’s very busy at the moment.
What time can the dentist see him today?
At 2 p.m.
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Can’t Mr. Croft wait till this afternoon?
Yes, he can, but his toothache can’t.
• Nurse:The dentist is very busy at the
moment. Can you come at 2 p.m.?
That’s very late.
Can the dentist see me now?
I’m afraid that he can’t, Mr. Croft.
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