Requesting a deadline extension
A short original practice activity. Read the prompt, try your own answer and use the self-checks to choose one improvement.
Role-play · A2-B2
Original practice material · Draft: editorial review pending
A task needs more time than expected.
- Explain the reason, propose a realistic deadline and acknowledge the impact.
- Speak politely and clearly
- Confirm the next step or outcome
10 seconds preparation + 75 seconds practice.
Speak aloud without a microphone, or type here. We do not record, upload or save your answer. The timer measures practice time; it cannot verify speech.
Useful phrases
- Could you help me with…?
- Would it be possible to…?
- Just to confirm,…