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A: Professor, I am going to need to leave class early today.  B: What is the problem?  A: I need to go to the airport to pick up a relative.  B: Are you planning on having someone take notes for you?  A: Yes, I've got that part covered.  B: When, exactly do you need to leave?  A: I don't need to leave until the very end of class.  B: Fine, but next time try and not have to miss class again.  A: Thanks, Professor. See you later!  B: See you later! Drive carefully. 
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A: Excuse me, Professor, I have a problem and need to leave class early.  B: Why do you have to leave early?  A: I am not feeling well.  B: Could you make it up by attending my other section this week?  A: Yes, it's all taken care of.  B: Are you leaving right away or can you stay for a few more minutes?  A: I can stay a few more minutes.  B: OK, but please make sure that you get all of your make-up work completed.  A: Thanks, Professor. I've got it covered!  B: Go do what you have to do, but make sure it doesn't happen again.  
  
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A: I am sorry, but I can't stay until the end of class.  B: Where do you need to be that is more important than school?  A: I have an appointment.  B: Do you have a plan to make up your missed work?  A: No, but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work.  B: Are you going to go right away?  A: I am leaving right now.  B: All right, but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up.  A: Thanks, Professor. I'll make sure everything gets taken care of.  B: Goodbye, and try not to miss any more school. 
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