Easy Phrasal Verbs: Learn English verbs through conversations

11.1 go on (present tense)

11.1.1 Eva is giving a presentation to Ryan. During the presentation Ryan’s phone rings

and he has to answer it.

Eva: These are the figures for next year.

Phone rings.

Ryan: I’m sorry Eva. I need to take this.

Eva: No problem.

Ryan: Hi John. Sorry. I’m in the middle of a meeting. Could I possibly call

you back in 30 minutes?

John: Sure. No problem.

Ryan:  Thanks.  Speak  to  you  soon.  Sorry,  Eva.  Please  go  on.  You  were

talking about the figures for next year.

Eva: Sure. Here they are.

11.1.2 Dylan is speaking with his professor about his scores. His professor isn’t happy.

Professor: Dylan. You can’t go on as you are. You need to work harder.

Your scores need to improve.

Dylan: I know. I’m sorry. I’ve been partying too much this semester. I’ll try

harder.

Professor:  This  is  for  you,  not  me  Dylan.  You  have  to  really  want  to  do

this.

Dylan: I know. I will.

Professor: Good. Glad to hear it. Let me know if you need any help.

Dylan: Thanks. I will.