You Meet a Friend at the Supermarket and Ask How

question 55

Multiple Choice

You meet a friend at the supermarket and ask how he is doing.He replies, "I'm OK for the most part, just stressed with all these finals." Which of the following is the best helping paraphrase response?​

• A)​"Yeah, I know what you mean."
• B)​"So, you're stressed, huh?"
• C)​"You'll be fine; you always get good grades."
• D)​"Bet you're wishing you hadn't taken 18 units, huh?"
• E)​"So, you're managing most things just fine, but will be relieved when finals are over?"

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