Welcome back! I didn't see you in math class on Friday.
I wasn't here on Friday. My class went on a field trip to look at some of the different rock formations here in California. Our last stop was Death Valley. In fact, we camped there last night.
Death Valley! But that's a desert. Wasn't it much too hot for camping?
No, not really. It gets hot during the day, but it cools off very quickly at night.
Well, did you enjoy the trip?
Yes, very much. The desert is nicer than you think. You really should go and see it sometime.