Action Chains with Giving and Receiving

Read and build short narratives that combine て-form links with giving and receiving expressions.

Connect multiple actions using て-form chains.Keep the viewpoint consistent when using 〜てあげる, 〜てくれる, and 〜てもらう.Interpret short narratives involving favors and reactions.

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Linking actions in sequence

Japanese often links several actions with the て-form. When a favor expression appears inside that chain, the perspective still matters. Read the chain one piece at a time.

母にお弁当を作ってもらって、学校へ行きました。

I had my mother make me a lunch, and then I went to school.

友だちが本を貸してくれて、すぐ読み始めました。

My friend lent me a book, and I started reading it right away.

先生に発音を直してもらって、少し自信がつきました。

I had the teacher correct my pronunciation, and I gained a little confidence.

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