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Homestay Enquiry (Section 1) (Section 1 · rephrased)

Section 1 · Conversation (social)
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Anya · student
Good morning, I'm calling about the homestay programme. I saw your advertisement online.
Homestay officer
Good morning, and thank you for calling. May I take your name, please?
Anya · student
Yes, it's Anya Petrova, a first year student.
Homestay officer
Thanks, Anya. Are there any particular requirements for your host family?
Anya · student
I'd prefer a family that doesn't smoke, and I'd really like to have my own room.
Homestay officer
Of course. Many of our families are non-smokers. And would you prefer a family with or without children?
Anya · student
Children are absolutely fine. I actually like pets, especially dogs.
Homestay officer
Then the Hendersons could be a good match. They have two children and a friendly dog.
Anya · student
That sounds ideal. How far is their house from the campus?
Homestay officer
About twenty minutes by bus from the main gate.
Anya · student
Perfect. Could you send me their contact details by email, please?
Homestay officer
Certainly. I'll email them to you this afternoon.
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