I don't have my homework today.
You usually are good about turning it in ; what happened?
I was really sick.
But couldn't you have done it when you felt better?
Yes, I probably could.
You have already missed one other assignment ; when can I expect the make-ups?
Next class meeting.
That will be soon enough, but make sure you get next week's assignment in as well, all right?
That would work for me.
Good. I know that you are capable of being an excellent student.