You should talk to the professor

Debbie: I don’t think I’m doing very well in this class.

Phil: Really? Why? Is the class difficult?

Debbie: Yes, it’s a little difficult, but I’ve been working a lot and I haven’t been able to study as much as I would like. I only have about one hour a night to do homework and study for tests. I need about three hours!

Phil: Oh, I see. That’s too bad.

Debbie: I need to get a good grade in this class, too. So, I’m a little worried.

Phil: Can you work a little less?

Debbie: Not right now. I need to help my family.

Phil: I understand. Maybe you can talk to the professor and see if he can give you a little extra time to finish assignments?

Debbie: I’ve been thinking about doing that. But professors don’t like it when students ask for extensions. When you enroll in a class, that’s a commitment you make and you have to take it seriously.

Phil: I know. But you never know. The professor may be understanding.

Debbie: Yeah… I think I’ll go talk to him during his office hours tomorrow.

Phil: Let me know how it goes.

Debbie: I will.

(The next day.)

Debbie: So, I talked to the professor.

Phil: Yeah? How did it go?

Debbie: He was really nice. He’s giving me an extension on the homework this week and next week. I’m so grateful.

Phil: That’s so nice of him. See? I told you to talk to him!

Debbie: I know. I felt so bad for asking, but I’m glad I did.

Phil: Well, hopefully after a couple weeks your schedule will calm down and you’ll have time to balance everything.

Debbie: I hope so!