Hans: Hello?
Sam: Hans? It’s Sam.
Hans: Oh, hi, Sam! How are you?
Sam: I was thinking about the exam next week. I’m a bit nervous (1) __________ it, to be honest.
Hans: So am I. But you? I’m surprised (2) __________ that. I thought you studied a lot.
Sam: I do. But my parents put so much pressure on me that I’m scared (3) ________ failing.
Hans: I don’t think you should be frightened (4) __________ failure.
Just you wait. In a month’s time, I’ll be congratulating you (5) __________ passing with flying colours!
Sam: I guess you’re right. I’m sure I’ll look back and laugh (6) __________ myself. Anyway, what have you been doing today?
Hans: Me? Oh, you know, a bit of revision…

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