Craft and StructureEasyFunction of an apology
Craft and Structure practice question
The pool is closed today because the heater is broken. We are sorry for any trouble this causes.
Which choice best describes the function of the second sentence?
- A. It apologises for the inconvenience of the closure.Correct
- B. It explains why the heater broke.
- C. It says when the pool will reopen.
- D. It advertises swimming lessons.
Answer: A. It apologises for the inconvenience of the closure.
"We are sorry": an apology.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. It explains why the heater broke.
- No cause for the breakdown is given.
- C. It says when the pool will reopen.
- No reopening date.
- D. It advertises swimming lessons.
- No lessons.
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