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Word Play,

Ways to Ask for Help

From the September 2023 Issue
Featured Skill: Vocabulary,

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The robot needs help! What words can it use? 

Below are some choices. Decide what it should say.

  • help me
  • assist me
  • lend me a hand

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"Beep boop. I think I fell. Could you please _____________________?"

"Beep boop. OK, Bob. Let me get a magnet."

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