What should I say in this particular situation.
Let's say that you are a high schooler.
And your final is just around the corner.
Your mom expects [I even don't know it would be the right usage of 'expect' in this situation] you to perform better at this time.
And she expressed her expectation to her son saying.. '__________________________________.'
What would you say in this situation?
1. Dear, I look forward to seeing a better grade!
2. I have a lot riding on you, especially your grade :)
3. I expect a good grade of yours!
The three above can be used? Or any other suggestions?
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Answers · 4
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I expect you to get good grades
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Dorothy is right, option 2 is the worst.
Option 3 would be better with the correct grammar "I expect a good grade from you!" Especially if you consider the implied context that the son is doing badly at school and this is his last chance to improve his grades.
1
the second one sounds the best. The 1st and 3rd one sound strange. instead you could say
I expect you to get a good grade
you better get a good grade
I want you to get a good grade
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"Your mom expects you to perform better" is correct and natural.
Number one sounds ok. Number two sounds a little strange, like the mom bet money on your test score :) number three, "of yours" sounds odd here. I'd say "I expect a good grade this time" or "I hope you'll do better than last time" -- but both of those sound strong , like pressuring or strict
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