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Why was Jennifer late leaving the office?
Why was Jennifer late leaving the office?
Last-minute paperwork had to be dealt with.
What upset Jennifer about being late that day?
What upset Jennifer about being late that day?
It was the day her daughter Anna was coming home from university.
Why did Jennifer's boss insist she do the extra task despite her being late?
Why did Jennifer's boss insist she do the extra task despite her being late?
The paperwork had to be completed that evening for the next morning's post.
Describe the weather conditions Jennifer faced on her way to the airport.
Describe the weather conditions Jennifer faced on her way to the airport.
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What were Jennifer's plans for Anna's vacation?
What were Jennifer's plans for Anna's vacation?
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What was depicted on the signs by the side of the motorway?
What was depicted on the signs by the side of the motorway?
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What did Jennifer do when she encountered the flashing orange lights on the motorway?
What did Jennifer do when she encountered the flashing orange lights on the motorway?
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What did Jennifer realize about her approach to the situation?
What did Jennifer realize about her approach to the situation?
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What did Jennifer feel when she saw the absence of a reference to Anna's flight on the arrivals board?
What did Jennifer feel when she saw the absence of a reference to Anna's flight on the arrivals board?
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What did Jennifer do when she found out that Anna's plane had been delayed by an hour?
What did Jennifer do when she found out that Anna's plane had been delayed by an hour?
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Study Notes
Jennifer's Day
- Jennifer was late leaving the office due to last-minute paperwork, which upset her as she was eager to see her daughter Anna, who was returning from university for the long vacation.
- Her boss was apologetic but insisted on completing the task that evening.
- The weather was terrible, with pouring rain and strong winds, making the drive to the airport challenging.
The Drive to the Airport
- Jennifer drove anxiously, peering through the windscreen wipers to navigate the road.
- Her heart was racing due to the difficult driving conditions and excitement to see Anna.
- She thought about her plans for Anna's vacation, including family visits, dinner invitations, and shopping trips.
Road Delays
- The car in front of her slowed down, and Jennifer had to do the same, causing her to sigh in exasperation.
- Roadworks ahead were signaled by signs, and Jennifer knew she had to be patient and endure the delay.
- She turned on the car radio for calming music but switched it off when the announcer gave a time check, increasing her anxiety.
Arrival at the Airport
- Jennifer finally arrived at the airport and took the appropriate exit from the motorway.
- The airport car park was full, and she had to search for a space, shaving precious minutes off her schedule.
- She eventually found a space and made her way to the arrivals hall.
The Arrivals Hall
- The arrivals hall was busy, with taxi drivers and hotel car drivers trying to attract passengers.
- Jennifer navigated through a crowd of people, including an extended family of 30 people in traditional dress.
- She initially looked at the wrong flight arrivals board, causing her to panic, before realizing her mistake and finding the correct board.
Reuniting with Anna
- Jennifer was relieved to see that Anna's plane had landed, albeit an hour late.
- She waited anxiously for Anna to emerge from the automatic doors after clearing immigration and collecting her luggage.
- She observed emotional reunions between other passengers and their loved ones.
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A story about Jennifer being late from work on the day her daughter Anna was coming home from university, and her rush to get everything done in time. Will she make it home to see her daughter for the long vacation?
