conversation practices

8/3/2019 Conversation Practices

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CONVERSATION 1: TEACHER AND STUDENTS

1. A. Whats your name please?

B. My name is Sunil.

2. A. Where do you live, Sunil?

B. I live at Patabali sahi, Phulbani.

3. A. Do you live with your family?

B. Yes, with my parents and my sisters.

4. A. What does your father do?

B. He works in an office.

5. A. And does your mother work?

B. Yes, shes a teacher.

6. A. How many sisters do you have?B. I have two sisters. My eldest sister Leela is twenty-one. And my youngest

sister Sheela is sixteen.

7. A. And how old are you?

B. Im nineteen.

8. A. Do you have any pets at home?

B. Yes, we have an Alsatian, name Raja.

9. A. Is he very ferocious?

B. Yes, when meets strangers. But once he knows you, hell be very friendly.

10. A. Really! Id like to meet him.

B You are most welcome.

I. Tongue Twister

How many tales will a tall teller tell, when a tall teller tells tall tales? A tall teller will

tell all the tall tales whenever he tells tall tales.

II. Speak five sentences about you family / your friend / your pet.

III. Vocabulary:

Pet - an animal which is kept in the home as a companion and treated kindly

Stranger - someone you do not know

Ferocious - frightening and violent

Alsatian - a large brown and black dog, often used for guarding buildings and in police work

Sahavikas Community College, Phulbani.


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CONVERSATION 2: TALKING TO A VISITOR

1. A. How long have you been here?

B. I have been here for two days.

2. A. Are you going to stay for long?

B. No, I am just on a short holiday.

3. A. How long are you going to stay?

B. I hope to stay about a month.

4. A. Are you enjoying it here?

B. Yes, I like it very much.

5. A. Is it too hot for you?

B. Its hot, but not too hot.

6. A. And how do you find the food?B. Its delicious and very tasty.

7. A. Where are you staying now?

B. Im staying with some friends.

8. A. Perhaps you know Dr. and Mrs. Sahu?

B. Yes, I know them very well.

9. A. Do they still live in Apollo Street?

B. Yes, at number forty six.

10. A. I hope you have a nice holiday here.

B. Thank you. Im sure I will.

Que: How long have you been here?

Ive been here

for a month.

for two weeks.

for a few days.

for a fortnight.

for a year.

since Monday.

since 20 January.

since 2000.

Vocabulary:

Stay - to live in a place temporarily as a guest or visitor

Delicious - having a very pleasant taste or smell

tasty - having a strong and pleasant flavorPerhaps - used when you want to make a statement or opinion less definite



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CONVERSATION 3: TALKING TO A FOREIGN STUDENT

1. A. Where do you come from?

B. I come from Australia.

2. A. Which part of Australia are you from?

B. I come from Canberra.

3. A. Its the capital of Australia.

B. Its a very beautiful city.

4. A. There are lots of big parks in the city and lots of nice gardens.

5. A. Is Canberra a big city?

B. No, Its not very big.

6. A. Sydney is much bigger?

B. Sydney has a lot of tall buildings.

7. A. I live in Sydney now.

B. I moved there last year.

8. A. Are you working in Sydney, or are you a student?

9. B. Im a student at Sydney University.

Im studying law.

10. A. How long have you been a student?

B. Ive been a student for two years.

Ask question on Bhubaneswar and answer them.Eg: Is Bhubaneswar a big city?

Yes, its quite big.

Que: Are there many (factories) here?

Ans: Yes, there are

may

factories

offices

schools

buildings

hotels

here.

Que: Are there many parks in Bhubaneswar?

Ans: Yes, there are two big parks and several small ones.

Vocabulary:

Foreign - in or from a country that is not your own

Garden - an area in a yard where you grow flowers or plants

Park - an area of public land in a town or a city where people go to walk, play and relax

Building - a structure such as a house or school that has a roof and walls



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CONVERSATION 4: STUDYING ENGLISH

1. A. How long have you been studying English?

B. For about six years.B. I started when I was ten.

My teacher was from Calcutta.

B. He was a very good teacher.

I enjoyed studying English with him.

2. A. Are you still studying English?

B. Yes, I take courses at night now.

3. A. How often do you have classes?

B. Twice a week usually.

4. A. Do you find English difficult?B. Yes, Its rather difficult, I think.

5. A. Do I make many mistakes?

B. No, your English is very good.

6. A. Do you often listen to the radio?

B. Yes, I listen to the radio every night.

7. A. Do you enjoy reading English books?

B. Yes, I read a lot of English Books.

8. B. But I prefer conversation.

I like talking to people.

Here are some short answers. Practice using them in your answers.

I know, I am sure, I am certain, I think,

I believe, I expect, I suppose, I daresay,

I should think, of course, Certainly.

Usage of I love to speak / I prefer to sleep / I like to sing/ I enjoy playing football

Vocabulary:

Prefer - to like one thing or person better than another; to choose one thing rather than sth

else because you like it betterConversation - an informal talk involving a small group of people or only two

Mistake - an action or an opinion that is not correct, or that produces a result that you did not

want



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CONVERSATION 5 : MEETING FRIENDS AT A PARTY

1. A. Ramesh, have you met Jitu?

B. No, I havent. How do you do?

2. C. How do you do? Its nice to meet you.And what did you say your name was?

3. B. My name is Ramesh Desai.

C. Are you friend of Jaison?

4. B. Yes, we went to the same school,

and we play football together.

5. A. Theres Anu Das.

Anu, come and meet some friends.

6. A. Anu, this is Jitu and Ramesh.

D. Im sorry, whats your name again?

7. C. My first name is Jitu. And yours?

D. Anu. Its easy to remember.

8. C. Would you like sine cake, Anu?

D. Yes, thank you.

9. C. Do you ever bake?

D. Yes, My mother taught me to bake.

10. C. You must bake us a cake sometime.

D. I would love to.

Que: Do you know Tim?

Ans: Yes, we go to the same

Club

college

school

bank

library

Vocabulary:

Bake - to cook food in an oven without extra fat or liquid; to be cooked in this way

Remember - to bring back to your mind a fact, piece of information


Que: Have you known

met

seen

heard of

Mr. Kumar?

Ans: No, I havent:


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CONVERSATION 6: MEETING A FRIEND

1. A. Hello, Ranganath. How are you?

B. Im fine, thanks. And how are you?

2. A. Very well, thanks. Nice to see you again.

I havent seen you for a long time.

3. A. What have you been doing lately?

B. Oh, nothing much really.

4. B. And how is everything with you?

A. Fine, thanks. Ive been busy lately.

5. B. What have you been doing?

A. Ive been studying for my exams.

6. A. My school exams begin next month.B. Really? Good luck for them.

7. A. Thanks. And how are your parents?

B. Theyre both very well, thanks.

8. A. Where are you going now?

B. Im going to do some shopping.

9. B. Why dont you come with me?

A. I cant. I have to meet someone.

10. B. Its been nice talking to you.

Good-bye. See you again sometime.


Q. Where are you going?

A. Im going to visit my

grandmother.

grandfather.

cousin.

uncle.

aunt.

Q. Good-bye. Its been nice talking to you.

A. Good-bye. See you

later.again.

tomorrow.

soon.

on Sunday.


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CONVERSATION 7: LOOKING AT PHOTOGRAPHS

1. A. Do you want to see my photographs?

B. Yes, I like looking at photographs.2. A. This is our family.

That is my mother and father.

3. B. Whos that?

A. Thats my sister Rani.

4. B. Is she married?

A. Yes, her husband is a chemist.

5. A. There are their children Asha and Hari.

Asha is six and Hari is three.

6. A. This is our house. Its new.

It has two bedrooms.

7. B. It looks very nice,

and the garden is beautiful too.

8. A. This is where my sister lives.

They bought the house last year.

9. A. I took this photo last year,

when we were on holiday in Goa.

10. A. This is the hotel we stayed in.We enjoyed it very much.

Each participant should speak on what he did yesterday (use of past tense).

Practice of present tense Talk about your own actions.

Eg: Where you live, how you go to school, what time you have your meals etc.



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CONVERSATION 8: TALKING ABOUT SCHOOL

1. A. Have you finished school?

B. No, Im still a student.

2. A. What class are you in at school?

B. Im in my last year at high school.3. A. What do you want to do after school?

B. Next year I want to go to university.

I want to study engineering.

4. B. Our country needs engineers,

and engineers get a good salary.

5. A. What time does school start?

B. Classes begin at nine in the morning.

6. A. Do you have classes in the afternoon?

B. Yes, from one until four oclock.

7. A. What sort of school do you go to?

B. I go to a technical high school.

8. A. Do you study English at school?

B. I like English and Physics best.

Que: What sort of school do you go to?

Ans: I go to

state

government

privatepublic

boarding

school.

Participant make affirmative sentences like (using some) you need some ink The

country needs some good doctors. These have then to be changed to the negative

form some to any.



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CONVERSATION 9: HOBBIES

1. A. Do you have any hobbies?

B. Yes, I collect stamps.

2. A. Do you have a big stamp collection?

B. Yes, Its quite big.3. B. I also like to listen to music.

Im interested in jazz.

4. B. What about you? What are your hobbies?

A. Im interested in photography.

5. A. But Im only a beginner.

Im not very good at it yet.

6. B. Do you take colour photographs?

A. Not yet. Just black and white.

A. Last week I bought a developer.

7. A. I want to develop photos myself.

8. B. Is photography an expensive hobby?

A. No, its not very expensive.

9. A. Of course you must buy a camera first.

and some cameras are expensive.

10. A. But you can also get quite cheap ones.

some of them are very good.

Que: What are your hobbies?

Ans: Im interested in

music.

art.

literature.

drama.

cooking.

Que: What do you think of this camera?

Ans: It looks

well made.

expensive.

heavy.

light.

cheap.



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CONVERSATION 10: SPORT

1. A. Are you interested in sport?

B. Yes, I play a lot of sport.

2. A. What sport do you like best?

B. I like tennis best.3. B. I also like swimming.

I like going swimming at the beach.

4. A. Do you know how to ride?

B. Yes, I often go riding.

5. A. Where do you go riding?

B. Theres a big maidan near here.

6. B. In the morning a lot of people go riding there.

7. A. What sports are popular here?

B. Football is very popular.

8. B. We also play hockey.

All children play games at school. What about you?

9. A. In our school we play a lot of cricket.

Do you like playing cricket?

10. B. No, we dont play much cricket here.

But football is very popular.

Que: Do you ever go (dancing)? Swimming?Running?

Ans: Yes, I often go

dancing in the

afternoon.

evening.

weekend.

morning.

lunch break.

Que: What sports do you play, in the school?

Ans: In our school we

play a lot of

table tennis.

badminton.

basketball.

football.

hockey.

Give simple directions for performing.

e.g. preparing tea, riding a bicycle, or fixing on election etc.



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CONVERSATION 11: HOLIDAYS AND CUSTOMS

1. A. Its a holiday tomorrow.

Its the New Year.

2. B. Do all the people celebrate it?

A. Yes, the whole country does.3. A. Theres a big procession, and at night theres a firework display.

4. B. Do you celebrate Holi?

A. Yes, everyone plays Holi here.

5. A. Independence Day is a public holiday.

All the shops and schools are closed.

6. A. The soldiers march through the streets.

And we have a lot of speeches.

7. B. Are there many religious holidays here?

A. Yes, all the religious holidays.

8. A. Last week we had Diwali.

Tomorrow is a holiday too.

9. B. Did you invite many friends at Diwali?

A. Yes, we did and we had lot of fun.

10. B. Do you give friends Diwali gifts?

A. Yes, we usually do.

Do people give gifts at Diwali here?

Nobody

Everybody

Hardly anybody

Almost everybody

gives gifts at Diwali.

Participants speak (for one minute) on any Indian Festival.



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CONVERSATION 12: DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COUNTRIES

1. A. Have you noticed a lot of difference between your country and ours?

2. B. Well, thats a difficult question, but I can think of a few.

3. B. People here dress quite differently, because the weather is warmer here.

4. B. We wear winter clothes half the year.

5. B. Here people dress more fashionably, everyone looks very well dressed.

6. A. Is clothing expensive in your country?

B. Yes, Its more expensive than here.

7. A. Do you find it easy to talk to people?

Can you make friends easily?

8. B. Oh, yes, its easy to meet people here, even if we speak a different language.

9. B. People are the same everywhere.

They worry about the same things.

10. B. They worry about the cost of living, and about the future of their children.

We are going to Delhi by train, what shall we need? (give an answer beginning we shall need

)

The same again with going swimming going hunting going to open a pen shop going

to point the house or any other activity likely to be faced and that needs a certain amount of

equipment or preparation.



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CONVERSATION 13: TRAVEL TALK

1. B. Have you been to the United States?

A. No, I havent. Have you?

2. A. Yes, I went there last year.

B. How did you like it?3. A. I had a great time, but I was only there for two weeks.

4. B. What places did you visit?

A. I visited Los Angeles and San Francisco.

5. A. I stayed with my younger brother.

He lives in Los Angeles.

6. B. Does he work there?

A. No, hes a student.

7. A. Hes studying in a music school.

Hes been there for three years.

8. B. Did you go up to Canada on your holiday?

A. No, unfortunately I didnt have time.

9. A. But Im going to Canada next year.

My uncle lives in Vancouver.

10. B. You travel a lot. Youre lucky.

I wish I could travel.

Describe any town or city you have visited. (About 10 sentences)



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CONVERSATION 14: AT WORK

1. A. What time do you usually start work?

B. I usually start at eight thirty.

2. A. How do you travel to work?

B. I always walk. It isnt far.3. A. Do you work in a shop?

B. No, I work in a bank.

4. A. Is it an interesting job?

B. Yes, and its quite well paid.

5. B. I meet a lot of interesting people, and the staff members are very friendly.

6. A. Do you get many holidays?

B. About three weeks a year.

7. A. What section do you work in?

B. I work in the travel section.

8. B. Lots of tourists come to the bank.

They come to change their money.

9. A. Do you work at the weekends?

B. Yes, I work on Saturday mornings.

10. B. On Friday I work until eight p.m. but I never work on Sundays.

Que: Make a large number of varied statements alternatively positive and negative using too

and either.

eg. 1. The lake is getting low.

Yes, and the river is getting dry too.

2. He isnt very good at science. His Geography isnt very good either.

Each participant must ask permission of the next, to do something, using the formula Do

you mind if I .. The second participant must answer certainly, By all means Not at

all, No I dont mind a bit, go right ahead.



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CONVERSATION 15: TALKING ABOUT MONEY

1. A. How much money do you earn?

B. I get nine hundred rupees a month.

2. A. Is that a good salary?

B. Its quite good for this country.3. A. Do you own a house?

B. No, I rent an apartment.

4. A. How much is the rent?

B. I pay two hundred rupees a month.

5. A. Is it a furnished apartment?

B. Yes,

6. A. Do you have any servant?

B. Yes, we have one.

7. B. She lives with us and does the cooking.

We pay her ninety rupees a month.

8. A. Is food expensive here?

B. No, it is quite cheap.

9. B. Meat is rather expensive, however.

We usually eat vegetarian food.

10. B. Whats the cost of living like in Mumbai?

A. It is very expensive at the moment.

Que: What sort of house do you want?

Ans: I want to rent

a furnished

a three bedroom

a two bedroom

a large

an unfurnished

house.

Que: How much money do you earn?

Ans: I

make

receive

get

average

earn

nine hundred rupees a

month.



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CONVERSATION 16: ASKING DIRECTION

1. A. Excuse me, Im looking for Bank Street.

B. Bank Street? It is not far from here.

2. B. It runs parallel to this street.

Just keep walking up this street.3. B. Turn left at the first corner, then youll come to an intersection.

4. B. Cross over to the other side, Then go straight up Garden Road.

5. B. Bank Street is the first on the right.

A. Thank you, Im looking for a bank.

6. B. There are lots of banks on Bank Street.

Do you want to change your money?

7. A. Yes, Which bank do you suggest?

B. You could try the Bank of India.

8. B. Its next to the big church.

A. And is there a post office near?

9. B. Yes, See that big new shopping center.

Theres one on the first floor.

10. A. Oh, than you very much.

B. Youre welcome.

Que: Should I go straight up Garden Road?

Ans: No.

Cross overstop

wait

Turn left

Turn right

at the corner.

Que: Where is the post office?

Ans: Its

next to

behind

in front of

near

opposite

the bank.



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CONVERSATION 17 : GOING TO THE ZOO

1. A. Is the zoo far from here?

B. No, you can go there by bus.

2. A. Its on the other side of town.

B. Its about ten kilometers from here.3. A. Where does the bus leave from?

B. The bus leaves from Grand Road.

4. A. How much does the fare cost?

B. The fare costs forty paise.

5. B. You can take a taxi if you like.

But its quite expensive by taxi.

6. A. And whats the best time to go?

Is it always crowded?

7. B. Its very crowded during the week-ends.

Lots of children go there then.

8. B. You should go during the week.

Its nice and quiet in the afternoons.

9. B. Its a very nice zoo.

Its small, but theres lots to see.

10. B. I often go there with my friends.

We like to watch the birds and animals.

Que: Ask questions and answer them in the following ways.

1. How big is that chain?

Ans: Its as big as this one.

Its bigger/smaller than this one.

2. How wide is the river?

Ans: Its so wide that you cant see across it.

Its not so wide as the one you came across.

3. How deep is the pond?

Ans: Its deep enough for a man to drown in .

Its too deep.



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CONVERSATION 18 : THE CLIMATE AND THE SEASONS

1. A. Have you read the weather forecast?

B. Yes, its going to rain today.

2. A. I thought so. Look at those clouds.

Were probably going to have a storm.3. A. Does it rain a lot here?

B. Yes, it rains a lot in the winter.

4. B. Sometimes the streets get flooded.

5. A. Is the summer very hot here?

B. Yes, it is, but at least its not humid.

6. B. We seldom get a pleasant breeze, and it hardly ever rains in summer.

7. A. How long does the summer last?

B. It lasts about four months.

8. B. Then it rains and everything becomes green.

9. A. When does the winter start?

B. It usually starts in November.

10. B. The Weather sometimes gets quite cold, and its sometimes very windy too.

Que: How long does the summer last?

Ans: The summer lasts

from

November

June

May

February.

September.

August.Que: Whats the weather like outside?

Ans: Its

cold.

freezing.

windy.

raining.

hot.



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CONVERSATION 19 : TALKING ABOUT CLOTHES

1. A. That sari is very nice, Anila

Where did you buy it?

2. B. I bought it in Delhi.

A. It must have been expensive.3. B. No, it was quite cheap really.

I got these shoes in Delhi too.

4. A. What material is your sari made of?

B. I think its made of terrene.

5. A. The colour suits you, and it goes nicely with your personality.

6. A. Is clothing cheap in Delhi?

B. Some things are quite cheap.

7. B. But you can buy expensive clothes too.

Calcutta is cheaper than Delhi.

8. A. Yes, its fun to shop in Delhi, even if you just look in the windows.

9. A. Delhi fashions are very nice.

B. Theyre popular here these days.

10. B. Shall we go shopping this afternoon?

A. Id like to, but I

havent any money.

Que: Where did you by those trousers?

slippers?

pants?

Ans: I bought them in Delhi.


Que: Whats that

Ans: I think its madeof plastic.

necklace

ring

braceletbag

made of?


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CONVERSATION 20 : DATE AND TIME

1. A. What is the date today?

B. It must be the sixth or the seventh.

2. A. Well, Sunday was the fifth.

It was dads birthday on Sunday.

3. B. And todays Tuesday.

So today must be the seventh.

4. A. And whats the time please?

B. Its nearly two O clock.

5. B. But my watch is a little slow.

You should ask someone else.

6. A. What time do you have John?

C. Its five past two.7. A. Is that the correct time?

C. Yes, I checked it this morning.

8. A. Oh, I must hurry.

My appointment is at quarter past two.

9. A. That only leaves me ton minutes.

Id better take a taxi.

10. B. What time will you be back?

A. Ill be back at half past four.


Que: Whats the time please?

Ans: Its

twenty five

twenty

quarter

ten

five

to four.

Que: When can I meet you?

two Oclock.

ten past two.

Ans: Ill see you at quarter past two.

twenty past two.


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CONVERSATION 21: FUTURE PLANS

1. A. What are you doing this week-end?

Will you be busy?

2. B. Well, Im going to a film on Friday.

I usually see a film at the week end.

3. B. On Saturday I usually play tennis at ten.

Theres a nice club near here.

4. B. Im going swimming in the afternoon.

I enjoy swimming very much.

5. A. Are you going to the beach?

B. No, Im going to the swimming pool.

6. A. What are you doing on Saturday night?

B. Im going to a party.7. A. Is Nirmala going with you?

B. No she cant come. Im going with Anu.

8. A. What are you doing on Sunday?

B. Im not doing anything in the morning.

9. B. Ill probably sleep in until ten.

Then I may write a few letters.

10. B. Im going to play tennis after lunch.

Anil is coming here to play with me.

Que: When are you

going to

(Use)

see

deliver

check

test

the machine?

Ans: Im going to (Use) it this afternoon.

Que: what areyou doing

tonight?

tomorrow afternoon?

on Tuesday?next Wednesday afternoon?

the day after tomorrow?

Ans: Ill Probably stay at home.



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CONVERSATION 22 : AT HOME

1. A. Is Suresh at home today?

B. Yes, hes in the garden.

2. A. Whats he doing? Is he gardening?

B. Hes reading, I think.3. B. He has on examination tomorrow.

When he has an examination, he works hard.

4. A. Wheres Leela today?

B. She was gone to the beach with her friends.

5. A. When did she leave the house?

B. She left about an hour ago.

6. A. When will she be back?

B. She said she would be back at six.

7. A. Are you staying at home this afternoon?

B. Yes, I have a lot of work to do.

8. B. What are you doing this afternoon?

A. Im going shopping.

9. A. I want to post some letters.

B. Would you buy me some fruit?

10. A. All right. Do you need anything else?

B. No. I think thats all thank you.

Que: What are you doing?

Ans: Im going to

clean

open

close

wash

repair

the window.

(telephone)?

arrive?

leave?

return?

finish?Ans: She said she would (telephone) at six O clock.



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CONVERSATION 23 : GOING TO A RESTAURANT

1. A. Are there any good restaurants here?

B. Yes. What sort of food do you like?

2. A. Well, I prefer Chinese food.

Is there a good Chinese restaurant here?3. B. Yes, theres one on Mount Street.

Its called Dragon Restaurant.

4. B. Its a new restaurant, but its already very popular.

5. A. What are the prices like there?

B. I think they are not too expensive.

6. B. Do you like Moghlai food?

A. Yes, I like Tandoori.

7. B. You should try Ali Baba Restaurant.

Its supposed to be very good.

8. B. Its near the bank.

Do you know where that is?

9. A. Is it on Mount Street?

B. Yes, you take a number twelve bus.

10. B. Get off at the post office.

The restaurant is opposite it.

Que: Do you know

where the

post officeuniversity

town hall

museum

busstation

is?

Ans: Yes, its not far from here.

Que: Where is the kitchen?

Ans: Its

beside

below

above

beneath

across from

the restaurant.



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CONVERSATION 24 : AT A RESTAURANT

1. A. Im hungry. Are you?

B. Yes, Lets have something to eat.

2. A. Do you know any good restaurants?

B. Yes, the Shancho is good.3. A. Do you like Chinese food?

B. Yes, its my favorite food.

4. B. Could we have a table for two.

C. Yes, please come this way.

5. C. Here is the menu.

6. C. Would you like something to drink?

B. Yes. Well have tea, thanks.

7. A. What shall we have to eat?

B. Do you like fish?

8. A. I prefer meat.

B. Well have chicken then. Its good here.

9. B. Can you use chopsticks?

A. No, I dont know how to.

10. B. Ill ask for a knife and fork.

A. The food smells good, doesnt it?

Que: Do you know how to

sew ?

type ?

cook ?

draw ?

paint ?

Ans: Yes, Im not very good at it.

Que: Hows the food?

Ans: It

looks

appearstastes

smells

seems

good.



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CONVERSATION 25 : AT THE TABLE

1. A. This is a typical Gujarati meal.

I hope you like it.

2. B. It looks very nice.

A. Would you like some puris?3. B. Yes, please. And whats this?

A. Oh, thats cauliflower.

4. B. Could I have some dal please?

A. Vijay pall the dal, please.

5. A. What would you like to drink?

B. Oh, just water, thanks.

6. A. Heres the salt and pepper.

Would you like some more dhokla?

7. B. Yes, please. Could I have some more peas?

The dal is very nice indeed.

8. A. Did you enjoy the meal?

B. Yes, it was delicious.

9. A. Will you have some dessert?

B. Yes, please; just a little.

10. A. Lets have coffee now.

Or would you like tea?

Que: What do you need?

Ans: Could I have the

Milk

peas

salt and

pepper

sugar

butter

please.

Que: Would you like some

more

dessert?

coffee?

onion?Jalebi?

peanuts?

Ans: No, thank you.



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CONVERSATION 26 : WATCHING TELEVISION

1. A. Shall we watch television tonight?

B. All right. Whats on tonight?

2. A. Theres a quiz at four.

Then at five theres a film.3. B. What sort of film is it?

A. I think its a western.

4. B. What times the news?

A. The news is at six fifteen.

5. B. What is the programme after that?

A. Theres a sports film at seven oclock.

6. B. I wont want to watch that.

A.There is a war film at eight.

7. B. I dont like war films.

What else is on?

8. A. Theres a fashion show after that

B. That might be interesting.

9. B. Whats the time now?

A. Its nearly six oclock.

10. B. Lets watch the news first.

Later well watch the fashion show.


Que: How did you find the film?

Ans: No, thank you.

amusing.

entertaining.

boring.

funny.

surprising.

Que: Did you hear what he said?

Ans: Yes, I dont

approve if

agree withcare about

understanding

believe

that.


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CONVERSATION 27: SMOKING AND YOUR HEALTH

1. A. Would you like a cigarette?

B. No thanks, I dont smoke.

2. A. Dont you? Why not?

B. I think its bad for your health.3. A. Youre right. Its bad habit.

B. Are you a heavy smoker?

4. A. No, not really.

B. How much cigarettes do you smoke?

5. A. I smoke about five a day.

B. Does your wife smoke?

6. A. She used to smoke a lot.

B. But she stopped smoking last year.

7. A. Shes lost a lot of weight.

B. She feels much healthier now.

8. A. Smoking isnt good for you.

B. But its difficult to stop smoking.

9. A. Its an expensive habit.

B. Cigarettes are expensive now a day.

10. A. A packet costs four rupees now.

B. It used to cast three.


Q. Do you

smoke?

drink?

drive?dance?

swim?

A. No, I dont.

A. I

(stopped)started

began

gave up

Q. When did you (stop) smoking?

smoking?


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CONVERSATION 28: GOING FOR A DRIVE

1. A. Have you get a car?

B. Yes, I bought a new car last month.

2. A. Is it an American car?

B. No, its an Ambassador.3. A. Its got a good engine,

B. And the seats are comfortable.

4. A. How many people can it take?

B. Theres room for six people.

5. A. It looks well made.

B. It is, and cheap to keep too.

6. A. Has it gone food brakes?

B. Yes, theyre very good.

7. A. The engines in the front,

B. And theres a big boot in the back.

8. A. Would you like to come for a drive?

B. Yes, could I try driving it?

9. A. Do you have a drivers license?

B. Yes, Ive had it for two years.

10. A. Drive carefully, wasnt you.

B. Theres a lo9t of traffic today.


Q. Is this car easy to

drive?operate?

use?

park?

A. Yes, its very easy.

A. It looks

well made strong.

comfortable.

attractive.

ugly.

Q. What do you think of my car?


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CONVERSATION 29: LOOKING ROUND THE CITY

1. A. Lets go for a drive.

B. Well have a look round the city.

2. A. This is the main street.B. Its always crowded with traffic.

3. A. Thats a new shopping center.

B. Behind it are some apartments.

4. A. Whats that big new building?

B. Thats the parliament building.

5. A. That building is very modern.

B. Yes, thats our public library.

6. A. Theres my office over there.

B. Near it is the television tower.

7. A. The market is down there.B. I often do my shopping there.

8. A. Do you need to buy anything?

B. Yes, I want a film for my camera.

9. A. Well stop at the chemist *.

B. You can buy your film there.


A. I want to buy some

ink.

matches.pencils.

socks.

scissors.

Q. Can I help you?

A. Im going to

return

chooseorder

sell

Q. Why are you going downtown?

some books.


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CONVERSATION 30: A PICNIC.

1. A. What a lovely day for a picnic!

B. Yes, the weather is perfect today.

2. A. Its not too hot,

B. And there isnt a cloud in the sky.3. A. Dont drive too fast.

B. Lets stop and have lunch by the river.

4. A. Theres no one here.

B. Park the car under the trees.

5. A. Anil, will you bring the lunch basket?.

B. Rekha please put out the plates.6. A. Now, who would like some sandwiches?

B. I would, whats there to drink?

7. A. I brought some tea and orange juice.

B. Ill have orange juice, thanks.8. A. Dont leave anything on the ground.

B. We must keep the place tify.

9. A. Have you had enough to eat?

B. There are still some samosas left.

10. A. Ive had plenty, thanks.

B. Could I have another glass of juice?

CONVERSATION 31: AT A PETROL STATION.

1. A. What would you like?B. Fill up the tank, please.


A. Please

pick up

collect

prepare

wash

pack

Q. What do you want me to do?

the plates.

Q. Who would like some

biscuits?

cake?dinner?

rice?

soup?

A. I would, thanks.


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2. A. And could you check the oil?

B. I think it needs some water, too.

3. A. Clean the windows, please.

B. Theyre very dirty.

4. A. Shall I check the tires?

B. Yes, I think the back tires need air.

5. A. Does the car need to be washed?

B. No. It doesnt matter, thanks.

6. A. Do you have any road maps?

B. Certainly. Where are you going?

7. A. We want to get to Agra.

B. Youll need map number seven.

8. A. Follow highway six until the bridge.

B. Then turn onto highway seven.

9. A. Youll see a sign at the crossroads.

B. Have a nice trip.

10. A. Ill drive from here, if you like.

B. You must be feeling tired.


A. I think the engine needs to be

checked.

cleaned.

repaired.

tested.examined.

Q. Whats wrong with the car?

A. I think she must be feeling

angry

annoyed.

ill.

tired.

Q. Why is she looking?


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CONVERSATION 32: ON A TRAIN

1. A. Where do we buy the tickets?

B. The ticket office is over there.

2. A. Two tickets to Delhi, please.

B. That will be two hundred rupees.3. A. Hurry up! It goes in two minutes.

B. It leaves from platform ten.

4. A. What are our seat numbers?

B. Nine and ten B. this is our carriage.

5. A. Could you help us with the luggage?

B. These bags are very heavy.

6. A. Oh good. Were leaving.

B. Could you put the window down? Its hot.

7. A. Here comes the guard.

B. Could I see your tickets, please?

8. A. Im hungry. Lets have something to eat.

B. Is there a restaurant on the train?

9. A. Yes, its at the front of the train.

B. The snack bar is at the other end.

10. A. What time will we arrive in Delhi?

B. We should arrive at six thirty.


A. I said please

get down.

hurry up.

slow down.

stand up.

sit down.

Q. What did you say?

Q. What time do we

(reach)

pass through

leave

arrive in

get to

A. We reach Ratlam at six thirty.

Ratlam?


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CONVERSATION 33: ON A BUS.

1. A. Excuse me. Can I sit here?

B. Yes, this seat is free.

2. A. Where are you going?

B. Im going to Mandrs.3. A. Oh, Im going there too.

B. Do you come from Mandra?

4. A. No, but my cousin lives there.

B. Im going to stay there for a few days.

5. A. Would you like some tea?

B. No, thanks. Ive just had some.

6. A. Are you from mandra?

B. Yes, I was born there.

7. A. I work just outside mandra.

B. Im a primary school teacher.

8. A. Are you married?

B. Yes, I got married two years ago.

9. A. Do you have any children?

B. yes, I have a baby girl.10. A. Were stopping.

B. Lets get some refreshments.


A. Yes, Ive been married for

two years.

a year.

six months.

five years.

Q. Are you married?

A. Yes, my

sister

brother

father

mother

uncle

Q. Do you know anyone in Pune?

lives there.


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CONVERSATION 34: TALKING OVER COFFEE

1. A. Good. Its not very crowded.

B. Lets sit down here.

2. A. Do you want something to eat?

B. No, Im not hungry. Ill have coffee.3. A. Two coffees please,

B. And could I have a tomato sandwich?

4. A. Black or white coffee?

B. Black please, with sugar.

5. A. Where are you from?

B. Im from madras.

6. A. What sort of job do you have?

B. Im a secretary in a big office.

7. A. Is it an interesting job?

B. Yes, I like it; but Im very busy.

8. A. Is it a well-paid job?

B. Yes, the salary is quite good.

9. A. We must hurry. The bus is leaving.

B. I think Ill buy a magazine.

10. A. How much is this magazine, please?

B. That one costs two rupees.


A. Im a in a big office.

Q. What sort of job do you have?

secretary

typist

manager

clerk

cashier

Q. How much

newspaper?

guide book?

diary?

envelopes?

notebook?

.

A. Seventy five cents.

is this?

are these?


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CONVERSATION 35: GETTING TO THE AIRPORT

1. A. Wheres the airport from here?

B. Its on the other side of town.

2. A. How can I got there?

B. You can take a bus or a taxi.3. A. Thank you. Taxi; Taxi;

B. Yes sir. Where do you want to go?

4. A. To the airport please. And hurry up.

B. What tome does your plane leave?

5. A. It leaves in an hour and a half.

B. You still have plenty of time.

6. A. Well take the new highway.

B. It only takes ten minutes.

7. A. Here we are. Thats five rupees please.

B. Could you help me with my bags?

8. A. Where are you going, sir?

B. To Honolulu. Im on flight six four six.

9. A. How many bags do you have?

B. Two big bags and one handbag.

10. A. Here are my tickets.

B. Could I see your passport please?


Q. Wheres the from here?

A. Its about two miles east of here.

bank

airporthospital

bus station

post office

Q. How can I get to the

A. Why dont you take a taxi?

bank?

subway?hotel?

motel?


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CONVERSATION 36: AT THE AIRPORT COUNTER

1. A. Where would you like to sit?

B. Near a window, Please.

2. A. The smoking or non-smoking section?

B. Oh, I dont smoke, thanks.3. A. Is the flight on time?

B. No. There are a lot of empty-seats.

4. A. What tome do we arrive in Honolulu?

B. Youll arrive at ten thirty, local time.

5. A. Do I have to go through customs?

B. Yes, you bags will be checked here.

6. A. Wheres the duty-free shop?

B. Theres one beh9ind the booking counter.

7. A. Is a meal served during the flight?

B. Yes, and you can also see a film.

8. A. Now, please go to gate six at two oclock.

B. Your bags will be inspected there.

9. A. I hope you enjoy the flight.

B. Thank you. Im sure I will.


Q. Is the flight

on time?

on schedule?

early?late?

A. Yes, it is.

Q. When will my bags be

(checked)?

weighted?

examined?

opened?inspected?

A. Theyll be (checked) when you arrive.


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CONVERSATION 37: A BUSINESS APPOINTMENT.

1. A. Im looking for Mr. Mehtas office.

B. Its on the fourth floor. Room 418.

2. A. Good morning. Can i9 help you?

B. I would like to see Mr.Mehta.3. A. I telephoned an hour ago.

B. My name is merchant.

4. A. Please sit down Mr. Merchant.

B. Mr. Mehta wont be long.

5. A. Hello! You must be Mr. Merchant?

B. Yes. How do you do Mr. Mehta?

6. A. Please come through to my office.

B. Bring some coffee, please Miss Rao.

7. A. When did you arrive in the city?

B. I got here yesterday.

8. A. Are you enjoying it here?

B. Oh, very much, thank you.

9. A. Will, lets talk about business.

B. Did you get my letter last week?

10. A. Yes, it arrived on Tuesday,

B. And here are the papers you asked for.

11. A. it arrived on Tuesday,

B. And here are the papers you asked for.

CONVERSATION 38: LOOKING FOR A JOB

1. A. Can I see the manager, please?B. Do you have an appointment?

2. A. Yes, my name is Beny Das.


Q. Did you get my

telegram?

letter?

message?

note?

A. Yes, I got it yesterday.

Q. When did you

buy

find

get

learn

hear

A. Oh, just a few days ago.

that?


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B. Oh, yes. Come this way, please.

3. A. Good morning, Mr. Das.

B. I believe youre looking for a job?

4. A. Yes, Id like a job with your company.

B. Have you worked in an office before?

5. A. Yes, I used to work in a small office.

B. Now I want to work in a larger office.

6. A. Are you married, Mr. Das?

B. Yes, I have two young children.

7. A. Can I see your papers, please?

B. I see that you have a lot of experience.

8. A. How much did you get in your last job?

B. I used to get Rs: 1000 a month.

9. A. We can offer you Rs 1200.

B. That sounds very interesting.

10. A. I can start work next week.B. I hope you enjoy working with us.


Q. Do you

(drive)?

smoke?

dance?

type?

A. I used to (drive), but I dont now.

Q. Have you work in

a

(shop)

factory

hotel

bar

restaurant

A. Yes. I used to work in a (shop) when I was a student.

before?


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CONVERSATION 39: ON THE TELEPHONE

1. A. Could I speak to Mr. Sharma, please?

B. Whos calling, please?

2. A. My name is Vijay Kumar.

B. Just hold the line. Ill see if hes in.3. A. Im sorry to keep you waiting.

B. He isnt in at the moment.

4. A. Would you like to leave a message?

B. Or will you call back later?

5. A. Ill call back later, thanks.

B. What time will he be back?

6. A. I think hell be back at three.

B. Thank you. Ill try again later.

7. A. Oh, you are back already, Mr. Sharma.

B. Mr. Kumar just called.

8. A. Did he leave a message?

B. No, he said he would call back later.

9. A. Were there any other messages?

B. Yes, Miss Doshi called you.

10. A. She said she will see you tomorrow.

B. And heres your mail.


Q. Im sorry to you.

A. Oh, thats all right.

wakebother

trouble

disturbs

interrupt

A. She said she wants toYou tomorrow.

Q. What did Miss Doshi want?

phone

meet

see

visit

talk to


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CONVERSATION 40: CALLING A FRIEND

1. A. Hello. Is Ajay there, please?

B. No, Im sorry, hes out.

2. A. Whos speaking, please?

B. Its Leela here.3. A. Do you want to leave a message, Leela?

B. Will Ajay be back soon?

4. A. Im not sure. Hes gone shopping.

B. He wanted to buy some shoes.

5. A. I think hell be back in half an hour.

B. Well, I will call back later then.

6. A. All right. Ill tell Ajay you called.

B. Thank you. Good-bye.

7. A. Who was that? Was it for me?

B. No, it was for Ajay. It was Leela.

8. A. Whos she ? Is she a friend of Ajay?

B. Oh, dont you remember?

9. A. Shes Ajays new girl friend.

B. Shes very pretty, and shes clever too.

10. A. Oh yes; now I remember.

B. Shes in Ajays class at school.


A. Thatsof mine.

Q. Whos that?

an aunt

an uncle

a cousin

a relative

a friend

A. No. Im sorry hes

Q. Is Mr. Sahni there?

absent.

away.

not here

out.

not at home.


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CONVERSATION 41: AT THE CINEMA

1. A. Has the film started yet?

B. No, youre just in time.

2. A. Where would you like to sit?

B. Do you have any good seats downstairs?3. A. I can give you seats near the middle.

B. Yes, well take those.

4. A. Theres a lot of people here tonight.

B. Yes, hurry or well miss the start.

5. A. Can you see all right?

B. Yes, but were a bit too close.

6. A. Do you know what the film is about?

B. I think its a detective story.

7. A. I read the review in the paper.

B. It said its an exciting film.

8. A. Its the interval now. Lets go outside.

B. Lets get something to drink. Im thirsty.

9. A. What can I get you?

B. Ill have orange juice, thanks.

10. A. Are you enjoying the film?

B. Yes, its very good, isnt it?


love

detective

war

adventure

spyA. I think its astory.

Q. Whats the film about?

upstairs.downstairs.

at the back.

at the front.

in the middle.A. Wed like to sit

Q. Were would you like to sit?


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CONVERSATION 42: LOST AND FOUND

1. A. Can I borrow your dictionary?

B. I cant find mine anywhere.

2. A. Of course. Have you lost yours?

B. I hope not. Ive looked everywhere.3. A. I had it yesterday.

B. I was working in the library.

4. A. But Im sure I brought it home with me

B. Didnt you stop at Johns on the way?

5. A. Perhaps you left it there.

B. You may be right.

6. A. I think Ill phone him.

B. Can you remember his telephone number?

7. A. Yes, its five six seven three two.

B. Hello. Is that you, John?

8. A. Its Hari Here. How are you today?

B. Fine, thanks. And how are you?

9. A. Fine. Listen Ive lost my dictionary.

B. Did I leave it at your place yesterday?

10. A. I did. Oh good. I thought Id lost it.

B. Ill come and get it later.


A. When you called I was

reading.sleeping.

working.

taking a bath.

taking a shower.

Q. What were you doing when I called you?

A. Why dont youthis evening?

Q. When can I visit you?

come round

call in

drop in

pass by


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CONVERSATION 43: AT THE POST OFFICE

1. A. I want to send this parcel to England.

B. By airmail or by sea mail?

2. A. By airmail, please.B. Do you want to register it?

3. A. No. It isnt necessary, thank you,

B. But I want it to go first class.

4. A. I shall have to weigh it.

B. That will be Rs: 8.50.

5. A. And I want some stamps, please.

B. Please go to the other counter.

6. A. How much are aerogrammes, please.

B. They are Rs: 1.60 each.

7. A. Ill have twenty please.

B. And I want to post these letters.

8. A. These one are going to Australia,

B. And this one is going to England.

9. A. Thats Rs: 4 each to Australia.

B. And Rs: 3 for the other one.

10. A. When will they arrive?

B. They should arrive in four days.


A. I shall have to

examine

check

weight

registered

open

Q. What are you doing to my letter?

it.

A. No, please go to the other

counter.

window.

desk.

sode.

section.

Q. Can I buy stamps here?


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CONVERSATION 44: AT THE DOCTORS

1. A. The doctor will see you in a minute.

B. Would you please come this way?

2. A. Well, what is your trouble?B. Im not feeling well, doctor.

3. A. I have a sore throat.

B. Have you any aches and pains?

4. A. Yes, my back aches.

B. Ill take your temperature.

5. A. How have a temperature.

B. But its nothing serious.

6. A. Its probably just the flu.

B. Ill give you a prescription.

7. A. Take this to the chemists.

B. Take one tablet every four hours.

8. A. You should stay in bed tomorrow,

B. And drink plenty of lemon juice.

9. A. Lots of people are ill at the moment.

B. Its this cold weather were having.


A. I feel

sick.

tired.

unwell.

sleepy.

hot.

Q. How do you feel?

Q. How long have you

beenhere?

A. For quite a long time, actually.

living

stayingworking

sitting

waiting


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CONVERSATION 45: CASHING A CHEQUE

1. A. Do you cash travelers cheques here?

B. Yes, please go to the far counter.

2. A. Can I help you, sir?B. Yes, I want to changes some money.

3. A. Do you have cash or travelers cheques?

B. Ive got travelers cheques.

4. A. How much do you want to cash?

B. Two hundred rupees, please.

5. A. Do you have you passport with you?

B. No, but I have my drivers license.

6. A. Thatll be all right.

B. Please wait a moment.

7. A. Are you being served, sir?

B. Yes, the clerk is changing my money.

8. A. How do you want it?

B. Could I have it in small notes?

9. A. Shall I give you five twenties,

B. And the rest in fives and singles?

10. A. Thatll be fine, thanks.

B. And could I have a few coins?


Q. How much do you want to

(cash)

save?

keep?

spend?

use?

A. I want to (case) two hundred rupees.

Q. Do you have your

passport

wallet

drivers license

identity card

A. No, I forgot to bring it.

With you.


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CONVERSATION 46: RESERVING A ROOM IN A HOTEL

1. A. I want a room in a hotel,

B. A small room thats not too expensive.

2. A. Do you want a single or a double room?B. A single room, please.

3. A. A room with air-conditioning, sir?

B. No. Just an ordinary room, thanks.

4. A. Well, you can try the emperor Hotel.

B. The rooms there are fifty rupees a night.

5. A. Or you can try the grand hotel.

B. Its seventy rupees.

6. A. Its got a swimming pool,

B. And it also has a very good restaurant.

7. A. Is the emperor in the center of town?

B. Yes, its in the center of the city.

8. A. Its close to the railway station,

B. And not far from the shopping center.

9. A. Well, that sounds good enough.

B. Could you reserve me a room.

10. A. Certainly. How long will you be staying?

B. Just for three nights.


A. The rooms are

a night.

a day.

a week.

a month.

Q. How much are the rooms?

forty

fifty

hundred

two hundred

rupees

A. That sounds

Q. Will that be all right?

good enough.

fine.

o.k.

excellent.

very good.


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CONVERSATION 47: LAST NIGHT

1. A. What did you do last night?

B. I went to the movies with my friends.

2. A. Who did you go with?B. I went with James and Richard.

3. A. Was it a good film?

B. Yes, quite good. It was a western.

4. A. Who was in it?

B. Charles Bronson. Hes my favorite actor.

5. A. Did you go to the Lido last week?

B. No. What film was on?

6. A. Red mountain. It was a western, too.

B. Really. Who was in it?

7. A. I dont remember, but it was very good.

B. It was about a revolution in Mexico.

8. A. Did you go to the concert last weekend?

B. No, I didnt. Was it good?

9. A. Yes, I enjoyed it a lot.

B. There was a sitarist and a tabalchi.

10. A. How much were the tickets?

B. I only paid five rupees for mine.


Q. What did you do

last night?

yesterday?

on satarday?

last week?

on friday?

A. I stayed at home.

Q. Whatscalled?

A. I dont know what its called.

this book

that street

this animal

this thing


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CONVERSATION 48: LAST WEEKEND

1. A. Hello, Sheila. I was looking for you

B. But I couldnt find you anywhere.

2. A. No, I went away for the weekend.B. Oh, really. Where did you go?

3. A. A friend from Cochin arrived.

B. We went out to the lake.

4. A. When did you leave town?

B. We took the train on Friday night.

5. A. When did you friend arrive here?

B. She arrived last week.

6. A. We had a very nice weekend.

B. Where did you stay? In a hotel?

7. A. Yes, we stayed in the guesthouse.

B. And what did you do in the country?

8. A. On Saturday we went for a walk.

B. than we took a boat trip on the lake.

9. A. Did you visit the old church?

B. Yes, and we took a lit of photographs.

10. A. How long is your friend staying?

B. She left night foe Cochin.


A. Yes, I was looking for you

yesterday.

this morning.

last night.

a minute ago.

at lunch time.

Q. Were you looking for me?

A. She left

this morning.

last night.

last week.

a coulpe of days ago.

Q. When did she leave?


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CONVERSATION 49: ON HOLIDAY

1. A. I havent seen you lately.

B. No, Ive been on holiday.

2. A. Where did you go?B. I went to stay with my sister.

3. A. She lives in the hills.

B. She and her husband have a farm.

4. A. I suppose it was very relaxing?

B. Yes, I always enjoy the countryside.

5. A. The scenery is very beautiful.

B. There are many big lakes and mountains.

6. A. What was the weather like?

B. It was nice and cool. It didnt rain.

7. A. What did you do on the farm?

B. I went swimming nearly every day.

8. A. I also hired a small boat,

B. And went fishing in the lake.

9. A. How long were you away?

B. I was away for three days.

10. A. When did you get back?

B. I got back last night at six oclock.


A. I went

away.

swimming.

fishing.

on a tour.

Q. What did you do for your holiday?

Q. What did you

buy

do

see

find

A. Oh, lots of interesting things.

When you were on holiday?


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CONVERSATION 50: AN ACCIDENT

1. A. I had an accident yesterday.

B. Really? What happened?

2. A. I hit another car.B. How did it happen?

3. A. It wasnt my fault.

B. The other car didnt stop.

4. A. Didnt the driver see you?

B. No, he was going too fast.

5. A. Was anybody hurt?

B. No, fortunately, nobody was hurt.

6. A. Was your car badly damaged?

B. Yes, the front was smashed in.

7. A. Is your car insured?

B. Yes, I wont have to pay.

8. A. Some people drive dangerously.

B. Yes, we need more traffic police.

9. A. Wheres your car now?

B. Its being repaired.

10. A. Will it take a long time?

B. About three weeks, I think.


Q. Were you

Was anybody

shocked?

hurt?

injured?

frightened?

A. No, fortunately.

A. The back was

smashed in.

damaged.

broken.

ruined.

Q. Was the car damaged?


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CONVERSATION 51: THE NEWS

1. A. Whats in the paper today?

B. Not much, the same as usual.

2. A. The prime ministers going overseas.B. Oh, wheres he going?

3. A. To a meeting in France.

B. And there was a fire last night.

4. A. Was there? What happened?

B. There was a fire in a hotel.

5. A. Was anybody hurt?

B. No, all the guests escaped safely.

6. A. There was a student demonstration yesterday.

B. What was id about?

7. A. The price of bus fares.

B. Theres good film at the cinema.

8. A. Are any of our favorite actors in it?

B. Yes, its a Shanta Malini film.

9. A. Whats it called?

B. Hissa. Have we seen it?

10. A. No, lets go and see it.

B. Ill ring up and reserve some seats.

W


Q. What was theabout?

A. I think it was about the government.

film

book

argument

discussion

fight

A. Hes going

Q. Wheres the prime minister going?

on holiday.

overseas.

to france.

to a conference.


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CONVERSATION 52: VISITING A SICK FRIEND

1. A. I would like to visit a patient.

B. Whats the patients name?

2. A. Jaya Bhaduri. She came in last night.B. Let me check. Yes, shes in ward ten.

3. A. Please go down the corridor.

B. You can only stay half an hour.

4. A. Hello, Jaya. How are you feeling today?

B. Hello. Im feeling much better, thanks.

5. A. Whats wrong with you?

B. I think I have stomach trouble.

6. A. How long will you be in hospital?

B. The doctor says I can leave next week.

7. A. Is there anything you need?

B. Do you have plenty to read?

8. A. Well, Id love some magazines.

B. Ive finished these already.

9. A. What about some fruit and chocolates?

B. That would be nice, thanks.

10. A. I hope you get well soon.

B. Thank you, and thanks for calling.


A. I have a

sore throat.

backache.

headache.

sore tooth.

temperature.

Q. Whats wrong with you?

A. Yes, Iveit already.

Q. Have you seen this magazine?

seen

looked at

read

finished


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CONVERSATION 53: SHOPPING

1. A. This shop is very big.

B. Yes, its the biggest in town.

2. A. Do you have much shopping to do?B. Yes, quite a lot today.

3. A. I need some fruit and vegetables.

B. The fruit is over there.

4. A. These oranges look nice.

B. Ill take six, please.

5. A. This is the vegetable section.

B. They look nice and fresh.

6. A. Do you want any tomatoes?

B. Yes, but these are not ripe.

7. A. Ill have a dozen eggs, please,

B. And a packet of butter.

8. A. Do you need any bread?

B. Yes, thanks for reminding me.

9. A. I must buy some meat, too.

B. I think Ill buy some chicken today.

10. A. And theres the grocery section.

B. I need some rice and sugar.


best

biggest

most modern

newestA. Yes, its the in town.

Q. This is a nice shop, isnt it?

A. I need some

salt.

pepper.

spices.

toothpaste.

Q. What else do you need?


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CONVERSATION 54: BUYING A GIFT

1. A. Can I help you?

B. Im looking for a gift.

2. A. It is for a man or a woman?

B. Its for my sister. Shes twenty.

3. A. Does she like perfume?

B. Yes, but Im afraid its too expensive.

4. A. Perhaps shed like some perfumed soap?

B. Can you show me what you have?

5. A. This is very good quality.

B. It has a lovely smell.

6. A. How much is this soap?

B. Its three rupees for a box.

7. A. Yes, Ill take it please.

B. Shall I gift wrap it for you?

8. A. Yes, please. Do I pay here?

B. No, please pay at the cashiers.

9. A. Can I buy records here?

B. Please go upstairs to the music section.

10. A. You dont need to walk.

B. Take the lift * to the top floor.

A. Im looking for

a gift.

a restaurant.

a bank.

a car park.

a bathroom.

Q. What are you looking for?

Q. How much

perfume?

soap?toothpaste?

records?

flowers?

A. Oh, not very much.

is

are

conversation practices

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