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   The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. I'll bring it just in case.
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   Tutor Say this when you take something extra that you might need. It sounds relaxed, so don't use it for a serious safety warning.
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   Before We Go But you never know.
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   Tutor Use this after you admit something is unlikely, to say it could still happen. Don't use it alone as an answer to a direct yes or no question.
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   Behind Enemy Lines It's better to be prepared than to be caught sleeping in a field.
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   Tutor Use this to give calm advice or explain a careful choice. Prepared means ready ahead of time. It can sound a little serious for very small things.
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   Tutor Better safe than sorry.
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   Tutor Use this when a small effort now can stop a bigger problem later. It's a fixed saying, so don't change the words.
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   Tutor I'd rather have it and not need it.
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    Tutor Use this to explain why you carry something extra. It works well when someone teases you about a heavy bag.

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1. Question 1

   Your coworker asks why you have a second pen. You probably won't need it. Which line fits best?

   A I'll bring it just in case. B I'll be fine without it. C Do you want me to bring an extra one?
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2. Question 2

   What does "But you never know." mean?

   A I don't know the answer. B Something unlikely could still happen. C You don't understand me.
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3. Question 3

   Which sentence is correct?

   A Take a jacket in case it gets cold. B Take a jacket in case it will get cold. C Take a jacket in case of it gets cold.
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4. Question 4

   Which line sounds most like serious, sensible advice?

   A Better safe than sorry. B It's better to be prepared. C I'd rather have it and not need it.
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5. Question 5

   In the Short, Hana says she doesn't need a charger. Which line from this lesson matches that confident choice?

   A I'm packing a spare, just in case. B I'll be fine without it. C Do you want me to bring an extra one?
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