| Read Abdul's Story |
| Introduction
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Hi. My name is Abdul. I am from Morocco.
In my country I was an accountant. |
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When I came to the U.S. I needed a job. My friend told me about a job in a restaurant. |
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I went to the restaurant. The boss said, "Do you speak English?"
I was scared. I said, "Yes." I didn't tell
him that I can't read. |
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I got a job as a dishwasher. The boss gave me a schedule.. |
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The schedule had: Abdul -- morning shift, 6:00.
I came to work at 6 o'clock in the evening. |
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The boss was mad! He said, "What happened?" I was confused, but I stayed calm.
I said, "I'm sorry. I don't understand. It's 6
o'clock. |
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I said, "Please help me. I am a hard worker." The boss explained the schedule.
He told me to ask questions when I don't understand. |
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I will work hard and I will ask questions.
I will learn to read and write in English. |
| Conclusion |
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