Moving Day Shakedown

Your life's belongings sit trapped in a moving truck as the sun sets on your new neighborhood. The movers, who seemed professional this morning, are now demanding double payment, claiming your furniture is 'much heavier than estimated.' With no other moving companies available and a lease starting tomorrow, time is running out.

Challenges

204

Survivors

Popularity

Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

New homeowner on a strict budget who just spent their savings on a deposit

Conversation Partner

Marcus Stone, Elite Moving Solutions Supervisor

Setting

Dusk-lit suburban street, moving truck blocking your driveway, boxes visible through the open back

Location

Your new home's driveway, 42 Cedar Lane

Learning Objectives

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Negotiate final price down to no more than 50% increase

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Document the extortion attempt without escalating the situation

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Secure unloading of belongings before nightfall

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Listen, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there's been a situation with your estimate. The weight calculations were way off, and I legally can't unload until we settle this difference. We're looking at an additional $1,450 to complete the job.”

This is how Marcus Stone, Elite Moving Solutions Supervisor's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#107

What You'll Get

🎯Real-world conversation practice
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