1 ‘You’re getting married? You must be serious!’ ‘You’re right. I’m just joking.’
2 ‘I thought you might like to borrow this book.’ ‘Oh great, thanks. I was thinking about buying it.’
3 ‘I’ve just run 20km. I’m training for a marathon.’ ‘Really? You must feel exhausted.’
4 ‘Marilyn and Bob are on holiday in Sicily this week.’ ‘They can’t be. I’ve just seen Marilyn in town.’
5 ‘I passed my driving test!’ ‘Congratulations! You must be very happy.’
6 ‘Look, Jane left her bag here.’ ‘It can’t be Jane’s– her bag is black.’