Friday, October 17, 2014

The Browning Version 2014 Screen 2

Frank
Today?  Our finals period? There are no classes, just exams.

Taplow
But I doing extra credit.



Frank
Isn't it a bit late for that?
Taplow
I hope not too late!
Frank
Then maybe you should be bringing chocolates instead of taking them.

Taplow
looks uncomprehending

Frank 
grasping that this student needs ESL language

Some students bring gifts to bribe the teacher.  Bribe.
takes the box and acts out giving it to the teacher
"Here, nice teacher.  For you.  And for me?"

Taplow
Mr. Crocker-Harris  always don't  take gift.
Frank
Oh, you've already tried that, have you?
Taplow
Other teacher like present from student, but Mr. Crock-Harris different.
Frank
Oh, you've noticed that, have you.  
Taplow
He very old, set in way.  Not young teacher like you.
Frank
How did you know that I'm a teacher.  I won't ask how you know I'm young.
Taplow
Every student like you.  You very popular..  If I pass the class I  will going to take you level next semester.  If I can't to pass the class, I will going to take Mrs. Crock-Harris next semester.  

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