A Complete the conversation with the sentences a–e.
Jacob: (1) Matt: Well, a friend of mine, Kevin, is coming to visit and we have a few things planned. On Friday evening, we’re going out with Erin and Patty. And then on Saturday, he wants to explore the city. Jacob: (2) Matt: Yes, but the problem is, I don’t know what to show him, really. Do you have any ideas? Jacob: (3) Matt: Good idea. I’ll check what time it opens. I’ll make a list of places and see what he thinks. Thanks for the suggestions. Do you have any plans? Jacob: (4) Matt: Why don’t you come with us on Saturday? And then on Saturday evening, a few people are coming over for a party. It’ll be fun. Jacob: (5)
a) I’ll do that. Thanks!
b) That sounds interesting. c) So, Matt, what are you doing this weekend? d) I’m sure I can think of something. What about the beach or the park? Or what about the new art gallery? That opens this weekend. e) No, not really.
B Read the conversation again. Find and
underline each place in the conversation where someone does these things. 1 asks about plans 2 agrees with the other person 3 explains a problem 4 asks for help 5 makes a suggestion 6 invites the other person to join him
C Work in pairs. Imagine that one of you has a friend from
another town/city/country coming to visit for the weekend. Using key words only, make notes about possible social activities you can do in your town or city.
D Work with a different partner.
Have a conversation about your HOW ARE YOU DOING? social plans. Explain any problems Think about your speaking and check the statements that are true. you have, and ask the other person I feel confident … for ideas. Then swap roles and have asking about social plans. a new conversation. saying what social plans I have. describing any problems with social plans. How do you feel about your speaking generally?