Page 10 - Exercise 1

Sweet Sue is talking to Mr Salt. An old clock disappeared from the Salts’ house last week.

Were you here when the clock disappeared?

No, we weren’t. My wife and I went to Paris on Saturday.

When did you come back?

We wanted to stay for a week, but we came back on Tuesday, because my wife was ill.

Was the clock here on Saturday when you left?

Yes, it was. Someone took it when we were away.

Did they take anything else?

No, they didn’t.

Did you phone the police?

Yes, we did.

The next day.

You’ve got flu, Sweet Sue. You can’t go to work for a week.

A week later.

Hello, Sweet Sue. Were you on holiday last week?

No, I wasn’t. I was ill. I wanted to find Mr Salt’s clock. But I can do that now.

Oh, I solved that case while you were away. We arrested the thief two days ago. It was the gardener.

Oh, I hate that Smart Alec! Hello. What’s this?

Dear Sweet Sue, I know you’re looking for my parents’ clock. It’s in the parcel. I had a party at the house while they Were away. And one of my friends broke the clock. I wanted to repair it, but my parents came home early. Can you give it to them, please? Tell them I’m very sorry. Jack Salt

Oh, Smart Alec, I’ve got a surprise for you.