Read each situation below. Use the verbs in parentheses to ask permission.

1. Your friend is doing his/her homework. You have finished your homework, and you want to watch TV. Ask permission very informally. (turn on)

2. You’re invited to a party on Saturday night. You want your friend to go, too. Ask the host’s permission a little informally. (bring)

3. You were sick yesterday and missed an important test in class. You want to take it this Friday. Ask your teacher’s permission formally. (take)

4. Your teacher doesn’t allow cell phones turned on in class. You just got an important text and need to read it. Ask your teacher’s permission formally. (check)