I respectfully request sanctuary.

They requested the where-is-Jake answer.
(They wanted to know where Jake is.)

I request that you go with her voluntarily.

I request, without compulsion, that you go with her.

Let me ask you a favor.

Don't reach for what you want, child. Ask for it.

I asked for silence.

I asked for silence.

He asked for a new crossbow.

I asked where Neytiri was going.

He requested the where-is-Neytirigoing answer.
(He asked where Neytiri was going.)

I respectfully request the Dreamhunt.