Баранова, Starlight 9. Учебник. Module 3d

b)
Ask for information: What’s the matter?, When did it come on?
Describe a health problem: I feel terrible actually.
Give advice: If I were you, I’d take a strong painkiller.

Melissa has a splitting headache and feels nauseous. She may have a migraine. Dave suggests she take a strong painkiller and go lie down in a dark room.

b)
A: I’ve got a splitting headache.
B: Oh, no! You poor thing!
A: I’ve got itchy skin.
B: I’m sorry to hear that.
A: I’ve got the flu.
B: That must be awful.
A: I’ve got runny eyes.
B: Oh dear, that sounds terrible.
A: I’ve got a bad cough.
B: Oh, no! You poor thing!
A: I’ve got hay fever.
B: I’m sorry to hear that.
A: I’ve got a chest infection.
B: That must be awful.

A: Are you alright, Tim?
B: Not really, I feel terrible.
A: What’s the matter?
B: I’ve got a painful bloated stomach.
A: I’m really sorry to hear that. When did it come on?
B: Well, about an hour ago.
A: It sounds like you could have indigestion.
B: You might be right.
A: If I were you, I’d take an antacid tablet. Hopefully that will make you feel better.
B: Yes, I think I’ll do that. Thanks a lot.
A: You’re welcome. Get well soon!