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[fw]

Hello everyone.

Which is more appropriate, #1 or #2, for the blank in the dialogue below?
1. were
2. are

[SITUATION]
A is hosting a party at his home. He�s trying to do a little matchmaking for his close friend Sarah.
A: Sarah, see that man standing over there? His name is Alan. He wants to get to know you.
B. Tell him I�m already taken.
A: I just told him you ( ) available!
B: I�m not interested.
A: You can�t judge a book by its cover.
B: It�s not that. I�m still trying to get over my ex-boyfriend.
A: You�ve got to move on, Sarah. Life is short!
B: Well, I�m sadder but wiser.
A: Okay, have it your way.
B: Well, on second thought, he seems quite nice.

Any comment would be appreciated.

Best regards,
fw

[lotus]

Hi fw,

#1 - were


--lotus