[C+] Have you thought about whom you're going to ask?

LET'S READ! 📖

Direction: Read the conversation below. Then, exchange roles with your mentor.

WHOM

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Anna

Hey, Mike. I could use an extra pair of eyes. Would you mind looking this over for me?

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Mike

Sure. What is it?

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Anna

My resume. Instead of looking for something new I've decided to make a good impression.

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Mike

Wow, and I can see you spent a lot of time preparing this resume.

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Anna

Yeah. I've thought about that supervisor job all weekend, and I decided I just have to give it a shot.

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Mike

Good for you. You have some great experience and you'll be a perfect fit for that position.

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Anna

That's what I was thinking, too. Some of the things I've already accomplished in my job show that I can really handle extra responsibilities. I think if I can just get an interview with the boss, I'll be able to sell myself. And if I get the job, I'll be thrilled. It's exactly what I've been looking for.

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Mike

I'm sure they'll want reference. Have you thought about whom you're going to ask?

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Anna

Yes. My supervisor now has already said he'll give me a great reference. And just to be sure I get plenty of support, I've also called Mrs. Robinson from the James Rinski Company. That's the company where I used to work when I first arrived in the United States. She was my supervisor.

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Mike

Great idea! I remember that she really liked you and thought you were on of the best workers of her team. But I don't remember why you left that job. What happened?

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Anna

The company had to downsize and there was a big layoff. I was in the last group that they laid off. They eliminated my position. I know Mrs. Robinson felt really bad when she had to let me go. She said she would be happy to help me any way she could with finding a new job.

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Mike

Sounds like she's the perfect reference. I'm sure she'll be really happy to give you a great recommendation. Good luck!

QUESTION

1. Why did Anna leave her previous job at the James Rinski Company?

2. Why has Anna decided to work on her resume?

LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚

A. The Present Perfect Tense

The present perfect tense can be used to show something that started in the past and has not yet finished.
It is formed by the verb to have and the past participle. For regular verbs, the past participle is just the same as the past simple: just add -ed. For irregular verbs, their spellings change so you just have to memorize them.

have + past participle

I've thought about that supervisor job all weekend.
I have worked here for two years now.

B. Who vs Whom

Whom is used to refer to the object of a verb or preposition. When in doubt, try this simple trick.
If you can replace the word with he, she, or they use "who". If you can replace it with him, her, or them use "whom".

His grandchildren, whom he loves so much, are in town for a visit.	He loves them so much.
Have you thought about whom you're going to ask?	I'm going to ask him.
She gave whom the packages?	She gave it to her.

Who rescued the dog?	He rescued the dog.
Do you know who baked this cake?	She baked this cake.

LET'S PRACTICE! 📝

A. Direction: Read the following sentences and choose the correct word to complete them.

He saw a gentleman who/whom he presumed to be the director, and told him about Helen.
This is the lady who/whom I told you about.
Sarah, who/whom I share an office with, is an incredibly talented graphic designer.
The woman who/whom just moved in next door seems very friendly.
The person who/whom called earlier left a message for you.

B. Direction: Listen to the dialogue and answer the questions.

What has the woman seen at the library?
Which piece has impressed the woman the most?
What has the man observed about Jackson Grant's artwork?
Who did the woman meet at the opening night of the exhibition?