Question

HELP PLEASE!
Riley is upset because her friend, Brendan, owes her $30. Brendan claims he does not have any money, but Riley saw him buying new expensive clothes last week.

1. Write one closed conversation between Riley and Brendan.

2. Write one open conversation between Riley and Brendan.

In both conversations, be sure to show the difference in how Riley starts, what she assumes, and what she shares.

Answer 1

Brendan: Hey, Riley

Riley: Hey, Brendan. I need to talk to you.

Brendan: OK. What’s going on?

Riley: I asked you if I could get the $30 that you owe me and you said that you didn’t have it. But I saw you in the store last week buying expensive clothes.

Brendan: Well last week was my cousin’s birthday and I needed something to wear. My mom gave me money to get something. I asked for $30 and she wasn’t able to give it to me this week because she needed to pay the bills and groceries but she told me she’ll give it to me soon. That’s why I didn’t have when you asked. I’m still trying to get it though.

Riley: I understand, Brendan. I just needed it so that I can go to the mall, but I can always get it from my mom. You can give it to me whenever you can, it’s no rush. Thanks for letting me know.

Brendan: Thanks for understanding Riley.