Topic: The party I'm attending Saturday night (Persuading someone not to go)

Question

Hey Amber, I wanted to give you a heads up, about the party I'm attending Saturday night. It might sound tempting at first, but I honestly don't think it's worth going. Stacy is hosting , and known for throwing really chaotic parties, and there's usually a lot of drama involved. People who tend to get a bit out of hand are always on the guest list. I'm sure it'll be loud and uncomfortable, not to: mention the venue is pretty small and it'll be overcrowded. I know we both prefer quieter, more relaxed spaces so I'd recommend skipping this one. There are plenty of other things we can do this weekend.

Topic: The Party I'm attending Saturday Night (To inform someone about the details of the party)

Hey Barb, I'm going to a party this Saturday Night at The Van Buren. It starts at 9:00 pm, it's being hosted by Circle City DJ's. There will be music, drinks, and snacks. It's a casual spot , and a few familiar faces will be there. Let me know if you want to join!

Topic:

You had an appointment to meet with a friend today, and he or she didn’t show up, nor was there a call or text to let you know what happened. You waited for this person for half an hour.
Sympathetic Tone:

Hey Bryce,

I waited for you today, but I understand things happen. let me know if you want to reschedule.

Sarcastic Tone:

Hey Steph,

I guess I missed the memo! I waited 30 minutes, but no worries. Let me know next time.

Angry Tone:

Hey Anne,

I waited for half an hour today, and you didn't even let me know what happened. That's really rude.
Read your classmates' posts. Respond to two classmates with thorough, supportive, and constructive comments. By the way, in communicating with your classmates, call them by their names. It's a great start to a response.

Answer 1

Response 1:

Hey [Classmate's Name],

I really appreciated your take on the situation with your friend. It’s always frustrating to feel like your time isn’t valued, especially when you made an effort to meet up. I think your sympathetic approach is a great way to handle it, as it leaves the door open for future communication. Sometimes things come up unexpectedly, and it’s nice to give them the benefit of the doubt. Have you thought about suggesting a specific time to reschedule? That might help!

Response 2:

Hey [Classmate's Name],

I found your sarcastic response to your friend's no-show really relatable! It's definitely a creative way to express your frustration without being too confrontational. I think it perfectly captures that mix of annoyance and humor that comes with waiting for someone who doesn’t show. However, I wonder if it might be interesting to follow up more directly about the situation, just to clarify if everything’s okay with them. It could lead to a more constructive conversation. Great job expressing your feelings!