Dialogue 9: explain a situation

-Hi Dean, how was your weekend?
-No bad thanks. Why do you ask?
-Because you told me that you were staying in on Saturday night, but I heard that you were at a party.
-Who told you that?
-Clara said that she'd seen you. How come you didn't tell me about this?
-Cause I was only there for an hour. My dad asked me to take my sister. I chatted to Paul for a while and then I left.
-Are you telling me the truth, Dean?
-Honestly, it's true! If you don't belive me, you an aks Grace.
-Ok, ok. I belive you. Sorry, Dean.
-That's Ok.

Dialogue 8: console and encourage

-Hey silvia, you look a bit down. What's the matter?
-Oh, I've just heard that my brother has got a job in Manchester and he's moving away.
-Oh right. Sorry to hear that. It isn't the end of the world thougth.
-I know, but I'm really going to miss him.
-Don't take it too badly- at least he won't be very far away.
-that's true.
-if he hadn't got that job, he'd have been really disappointed.
-yeah, maybe you're right.
-Cheer up! com on!
-Ok. thanks miós.

Dialogue 7: Apologize for a misunderstanding

- Excuse me. Can I have a word with you?
- Yes. Is there a problem?
-I'm afraid so. DId you know that this is private property?
- No, I didn't.
- Didn't you see the sign?
- No, I'm afraid not.
- Have you been here before to skateboard?
-No, I like out of town.
- Well, if I were you, I'd look for a different place.
- OK. Sorry about that. I didn't realize.
-That's OK. Remember for next time.

Dialogue 6: Discuss a questionnaire

Tània: Hey, Sergi. We're doing a questionnaire about identity. Do you want to have a look?
- Yeah, go on then. Ask me something.
- OK, I will ask you the interesting ones. Do you express yourself more through your hairstyle or your clothes?
-Er, through my clothes.
- Yes, me too! Right, do you usually know what music someone likes from the clothes they wear?
-Oh, that's a difficult one. Not always, no.
-No, me neither. OK. How about this one - do you prefer to hang out with a group of friends, or alone?
- I prefer a group.
- Oh, I don't. I prefer to relax on my own.
- We're a bit different then.
- It looks like it, yes.

Extra dialogues!

Dialogue 5: CHANGE SOMETHING IN A SHOP

UNIT 5:

M. Hello. Are you OK there?
S Yes, hi. I was given these jeans as a present but they're too small. Is it OK if I change them?
M. That should be OK. Have you got the receipt?
S Yes, Here you are.
M. OK. Well actually, se've sold out of those jeans, I'm afraid. You can choose something else if you like
S. Oh, right. Can I try these things on?
M. Yes, sure. Then changing rooms are over there
S What do you think of this coat? It's too long, is it?
M.No. I don't think so. It's really funky.
S. OK. I'll take it then. Thanks.

Dialogue 4: ASK FOR AND GIVE INFORMATION

UNIT 4:

* Hello, there. Can I help you?
* Yes, I'm staying in Somerset with a friend next week and we were wondering if there's anything to see around there. Have you got any information?
* Yes, there are day trips to the Cheddar caves if you're interested. I'll get you a leaflet.
* That sounds good. What time do the trips leave?
* Oh, they're fairly regular - they go every day except Monday at nine and eleven.
* OK. And how much is the trip? We've got student cards.
* Let's see. Well, in that case it's 8 pounds per person. The full price is 12 pounds.
* That's fine. We'll go on Thursday, then. Do we need to book it?
* I'll book it for you if you like. Can I take your names?

Dialougue 3: EXCHANGE OPINIONS

UNIT 3:

A: Hi, Miós. Have you seen these?
B: No, what are they?
A: They're posters for an anti-drus campaign. All the students in the school have to say which one's best, and why.
B: Let's see. Mmm. What do you think?
A: I can't really decide, but I suppose the one on the right has got a clearer message. Do you agree?
B: Well, yes and no. It's clear, but it isn't very effective.
A: Why's that?
B: Well, I reckon you should be positive. For me, the one on the right is trying to be scary.
A:Mmm. You might be right there.

Dialogue 2: INVITE SOMEONE OUT

UNIT 2:

A: Hi, Blanca. I haven't seen you for a while. How are things? B: Not bad. How are you?
A: I'm OK. Hey, have you seen that new horror film yet?
B: it's on at the cinema in town this week.
A: No, I haven't, but I've heard it's terrifying.
B: I'm going to see it with some friends tomorrow. Do you fancy coming?
A: Yeah, OK. That would be great. What time?
B: I'mm not sure. I'll text you, OK?
A: All right. See you later then.
B: OK. Bye, Blanca.

Speaking 1: talk about events in the past

UNIT 1:

A: Did I ever tell you about my birthay?
B: No, when was that?
A: Oh, it was seven months ago. I've got some photos.
B: Oh, can I see? Were there many people there?
A: Oh yes, there were about twenty of us.
B: Did you have a good time?
A: Yes, we did. We all had a great time. The best it was at the end of the day.
B: What happened then?
A: My friends gave me the presents. And one present were a rubbish!
B: That sounds great!!