You missed your group presentation yesterday because you woke up with a high fever. Your professor is Dr. Bennett.

**Question:**
You are a university student. You missed your group presentation yesterday because you woke up with a high fever. Your professor is Dr. Bennett. Write an email to Dr. Bennett. In your email:
– Apologize for missing the presentation
– Explain your situation
– Ask if you can present at another time

**Model Answer:**

**To:** dr.bennett@university.edu
**Subject:** Apology – missed group presentation on June 20th

Dear Dr. Bennett,

I am writing to sincerely apologize for missing our group presentation yesterday. I know that my absence let down my teammates and disrupted the class schedule, and I feel terrible about that.

Yesterday morning, I woke up with a very high fever of 102°F (39°C), along with chills and body aches. I could barely get out of bed, and I was worried that if I came to class, I might spread whatever I have to other students. I should have emailed you first thing in the morning, but I was honestly too unwell to think clearly. By the time I managed to send a message, the class had already ended. I am very sorry for not communicating sooner.

My teammates have told me that they presented without me, and I am incredibly grateful to them. I have already completed my portion of the slides and notes. Would it be possible for me to present my section to you privately during your office hours this week? I am available on Wednesday or Thursday at any time that works for you.

Thank you for your understanding. I will bring a doctor’s note to confirm my illness.

Sincerely,
Priya Kaur