Jane: Yeah. I don’t feel like hanging out with the crowd any more, especially since Susan stopped coming to school.
Jack: I know. It’s such a pity about her parents: losing one parent is bad enough, but losing them both on the same day and in such an accident…It’s terrible! Have you seen her since?
Jane: No. I tired talking to her on the phone. She sounded bad.
Jack: The other day, I talked to Mr. Smith—you know that tall guy who works in the Dean’s Office. Apparently, Susan is thinking of dropping out of school. She has almost money, you know. Her parents didn’t have much savings.
Jane: Yeah. I’ve been quite worried about her. But simply feelings sorry for her is not enough; we have to think of some way to help her. Have any suggestions?
Jack: Well, I haven’t really thought about it. I could possibly give her some money. I’ve saved up from my part-time job.
Jane: Wow. You’re so generous! But…that wouldn’t be a long-term solution.
Jack: That’s true…Perhaps we could help her find a part-time job.
Jane: Good idea! The lady who runs the shop where I work at night could be helpful. If Susan is interested, I can introduce her to the lady.
Jack: Great! Once she gets a regular income, things will be better. More than anything else, it will take her mind off her tragedy.
Jane: Hmm…I was wondering, could we organize a fund-raiser for her?
Jack: Well, I’m not so sure how that would work. You know, taking help from us, her best friends, is one thing, but getting the whole school involved may not be a good idea.
Jane: Yeah. You’re right. We’ll think of something else. In the meantime let’s go ahead with what we’ve planned. (Looking at her watch) Oh! It’s five to two. I have a class. I gotta run. Let’s meet tonight. Bye!
Jack: Bye!
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