Reacting to News

Irlisa: I lost my purse this morning. My ID, cards and money are in there! I've been looking everywhere for it but I still couldn't find it..

What is the best response to this situation?

• Just relax. It's not a big deal.

• That's awful! Let me help you find it.

• That's a bummer.

• Oh, well. Just buy a new one.

You are hanging out with your best friend, Aliah in a cafe. She looks quite sad. All of a sudden, she starts crying.

Aliah: My pet cat, Uteh just died last night. I miss her very much.

Choose the best response to this sad news.

• It's just a cat.

• That's fantastic!

• Don't be such a baby.

• Oh my goodness.. That's terrible..

Ariq: Hey Amsyar. It's been a while since I saw you. How've you been?

Amsyar: Hi Ariq. Erm.. not too good. My uncle passed away last week.

How should Ariq respond in this situation?

• I'm sorry to hear that.

• Don't worry too much.

• That sucks!

• Get well soon!

Ilany: Guess what! I've won the school art contest!

Choose the best reaction to this happy news.

• I could do better.

• Congratulations, Ilany! I'm so happy for you.

• Wow! Can you draw me, please?

• That's fantastic! Please teach me how to draw.

Zanariah: My mom just had a baby! I'm now a big sister!

• That's cool. Can I go and see your baby sister?

• Congratulations Zanariah!

• Calm down. We were all babies once.

What is an appropriate reaction to this incident?

• This is fantastic!

• This is great!

• Wow! What a huge fire!

• Oh my God! This is awful! How did this happen?

Safwan: Look! I got an 'A' on my Math test!

Armin: _________________________________

What is a suitable response that Armin should give?

• Congratulations, Safwan! You couldn't have done it without my help.

• How did you do that?

• Wow! That's awesome! Let's go have pizza to celebrate.

• Wow! Really?