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Section 4 – Language Focus

In online learning, sometimes our teacher requests us to do something.
For example, “turn off the microphone”, “switch on the camera”, or “be
quiet”.

The teacher might say: “Could you …” or “Could you please …” at the
beginning of his/her request.

Sometimes, you will hear another expression that is “Can you …” or
“Can you please …”

Read the table below to know more about the expression.

Table 4.5

Expressions Functions Examples

“Could you …” • Could you turn off
It expresses politeness the microphone?
or
in a formal situation, • Could you switch
“Could you please
like in the classroom on the camera?
…”
situation. • Could you be
quiet, please?
• Can you give me
some tips?
The expression
“Can you …” • Can you call me
is usually used in
or informal situations back later?
• Can you tell
“Can you please …” or more casual
interactions with me again about
friends. our online
learning schedule
tomorrow?

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