Apologizing and making excuses
Read and listen to the dialogue. Then click 'Hide / Show "You"'. Complete the conversation and listen. Then swap roles.

You: Excuse me, Mr Todd.
Mr Todd: Yes, what is it?
You: I'm sorry, but I haven't got my Maths book.
Mr Todd: Where is it?
You: It's in my bag.
Mr Todd: And where's your bag?
You: I left my bag on the bus.
Mr Todd: Never mind. Give it to me on Friday.
You: Thanks, Mr Todd.