GREETINGS

Lesson 1: B: I’m actually in school right now.

A: Hi, how are you doing? A: which school do you attend?
B: I’m fine. How about yourself? B: I’m attending PCC right now.
A: I’m pretty good. Thanks for A: Are you enjoying it there.
asking.
B: It’s not bad. There are a lot of
B: No problem. So how have you people there.
been?
A: Good luck with that.
A: I’v been great. What about you?
B: Thanks.
B: I’ve been good. I’m in school right
Lesson 3:
now.
A: How are you doing today?
A: What school do you go to?
B: I’m doing great. What about you?
B: I go to PCC.
A: I’m, absolutely lovely, thank you.
A: Do you like it there?
B: Everything’s been good with you?
B: It’s okay. It’s a really big campus.
A: I haven’t been better. How about
A: Good luck with school.
yourself?
B: Thank you very much.
B: I started school recently.
Lesson 2:
A: where are you going to school?
A: How’s it going?
B: I’m going to PCC.
B: I’m doing well. How about you?
A: How do you like it so far?
A: Never better, thanks.
B: I like it so far. My classes are
B: So how have you been lately? pretty good right now.
A: I’ve actually been pretty good. A: I wish you luck.
You?
B: Thanks a lot.
WEATHER
Lesson 1: A: Considering that it’s over ninety
degrees outside, that would be weird.
A: It’s an ugly day today.
B: Exactly, it wouldn’t be nice if it
B: I know. I think it may rain.
started raining. It’s too hot.
A: It’s the middle of summer, it
A: I know, you’re absolutely right.
shouldn’t rain today.
B: I wish it would cool off one day.
B: That would be weird.
A: That’s how i feel, i want winter to
A: Yeah, especially since it’s ninety
come soon.
degrees outside.
B: I enjoy the winter, but it gets really
B: I know, it would be horrible if it
cold sometimes.
rained and it was hot outside.
A: I know that you mean, but i’d
A: Yes, it would be.
rather be cold than hot.
B: I really wish it wasn’t so hot every
B: That’s exactly how i feel.
day.
Lesson 3:
A: Me too. I can’t wait until winter.
A: I wish it was a nicer day today.
B: I like winter too, but sometimes it
gets too cold. B: That is true. I hope it doesn’t rain.
A: I’d rather be cold than hot. A: It wouldn’t rain in the middle of
the summer.
B: Me too.
B: It wouldn’t seem right if it started
Lesson 2:
raining right now.
A: It doesn’t look very nice outside
A: It would be weird if it started
today.
raining in ninety degree wearther.
B: You’re right. I think it’s going to
B: Any rain right now would be
rain later.
pointless.
A: In the middle of the summer, it
A: That’s right, it really would be.
shouldn’t be raining.
B: I want it to cool down some.
B: That wouldn’t seen right.
A: I know what you mean, i can’t wait A: I would rather deal with the winter
until it’s winter. than the summer.
B: Winter is great. I wish it didn’t get B: I feel the same way.
so cold sometimes though.
Lesson 4: B: I like how clear the sky gets after it
rains.
A: It’s such a nice day.
A: I feel the same way. It smells so
B: Yes, it is.
good after it rains.
A: It looks like it may rain soon.
B: I especially love the night air when
B: Yes, and i hope that it does. it rains.
A: Why is that? A: Really? Why?
B: I really hove how rain clears the B: Th stars look so much closer after
air. it rains.
A: Me too. It always smells so fresh A: I really want it to rain today.
after it rains.
B: Yeah, so do I.
B: Yes, but i lvoe the night air after it
Lesson 6:
rains.
A: Don’t you think it’s nice out?
A: Really? Why is it?
B: Yes, i think so too.
B: Because you can see th stars
perfectly. A: I think that it’s going to rain.
A: I really hope it rains today. B: I hope that it does rain.
B: Yeah, me too. A: You like the rain?
Lesson 5: B: The sky looks so clean after it
rains. I love it.
A: Isn’t it a nice day?
A: I understand. Rain does make it
B: It really is.
smell cleaner.
A: It seems that it may rain today.
B: I love most how it is at night aftr it
B: Hopefully it will. rains.
A: How come? A: How come?
B: You can see the stars so much A: I would like to take a trip to the
more clearly after it rains. beach this weekend.
A: I would love for it to rain today. B: A trip to the beach would be fun.
How is the weather going to be?
B: I would too.
A: Th forecast says that it will be
Lesson 7:
warm on the weekend.
A: I really want to go to the beach this
B: So do you think it’ll be perfect
weekend.
weather for the beach?
B: That sounds like fun. What’s the
A: It sounds like it will be.
weather going to be like?
B: I really hope it doesn’t gt cold.
A: I heard that it’s going to be warm
this weekend. A: That would ruin thins, i want to go
so badly.
B: Is it going to be perfect beach
weather? B: The weather in California is
unpredictable, so you never know.
A: I believe so.
A: that is true. The weather is
B: Good. I hope it doesn’t cool off
constantly changing.
this weekend.
B: It would be nice if the weather
A: I know. I really want to go to the
would never change.
beach.
A: That would be great, then w could
B: But you know that California
plan things sooner.
weather is really unpredictablle.
B: True. Predictable weather would
A: You’re right. One minute it’s hot,
make life easier.
and then the next minute it’s cold.
Lesson 9:
B: I really wish the weather would
just stay the same. A: It would be nice to go to the beach
sometime this weekend.
A: I do too. That way we can have our
activities planned ahead of time. B: What’s the weather going to be
like? I may want to go too.
B: Yeah, that would make things a lot
easier. A: The weather this weekend is
supposed to be warm.
Lesson 8:
B: Will it be good beach weather?
A: I think it will be. A: I know. Every day the weather
seems different.
B: It wouldn’t be good if it got cold
this weekend. B: I would love it if it wasn’t always
so unprdictable.
A: I want this trip to be perfect, i hope
it stays warm. A: That would make it easier for us to
make plans.
B: This California weather is so
uncertain, it’s impossible to know B: I know. Things are easier when
what’ll happen. you know what the weather’s going to
be like.
CALLING A FRIEND
Lesson 1: A: I want to do something tomorrow
with you.
A: Hello, may i speak to Alice please?
B: Sounds good. What did you have
B: This is she. How’s it going?
in mind?
A: I’ve been trying to call you all day.
A: I was thinking about seeing a
B: Sorry about that. I was cleaning up. movie.
A: It’s okay. B: Okay, let’s go see a movie.
B: So what were you calling me A: Until then.
about?
B: Talk to you later.
A: Oh, I just wanted to see if you
Lesson 3:
wanted to hang out tomorrow.
A: Is Alice available?
B: Sure, what did you want to do?
B: You’re talking to her.
A: Maybe we can go see a movie or
something. A: I’ve called you a hundred times
today.
B: That sounds like fun. Let’s do it.
B: I was busy doing something. I
A: I’ll see you tomorrow then.
apologize.
B: See you then. Goodbye.
A: No problem.
Lesson 2:
B: Did you need something?
A: Hi, how are you. Is Alice there?
A: Did you want to do something
B: Speaking. What’s up? tomorrow?
A: Why haven’t you answered the B: Is there somewhere special you
phone? wanted to go?
B: My bad, I had chores to do. A: How about a movie?
A: That’s all right. B: A movie sounds good.
B: What was the reason for your call? A: Call me tomorrow then.
B: I will see you tomorrow.
DESCRIBING PEOPLE
Lesson 1: B: That’s nice, but tell me what she
looks like.
A: Have you seen the new girl in
school? A: The first thing I noticed was her
beautiful brown eyes.
B: No, I haven’t.
B: I think I might’ve bumped into hr
A: She’s really pretty.
before.
B: Describe her to me.
A: Are you telling me that you’ve
A: She’s not too tall. seen her before?
B: Well, how tall is she? B: I believe so.
A: She’s about five feet even. Lesson 3:
B: What does she look like, though? A: Have you met the new girl?
A: She has pretty light brown eyes. B: No. Have you?
B: I may know which girl you’re A: She’s one of the pretties girls at the
talking about. school?
A: So you have seen her around? B: What does she look like?
B: Yes, I have. A: Well, she’s quite short.
Lesson 2: B: How tall would you say that she
A: There’s a new girl in school, have is?
you seen her yet? A: I would say she’s only five feet.
B: I haven’t seen her yet. B: What about her facial features?
A: I think that shee is very pretty. A: She has light brown eyes,
B: Tell me how she looks. absolutely beautiful.

A: She’s kind of short. B: I think I know who you’re talking

about.
B: What height is she?
A: Have you seen her?
A: She’s probably about five feet.
B: I think that I have.
EXPRESSING CONCERN FOR SOMEONE
Lesson 1: A: Did it gt any better.
A: Why weren’t you at school B: I’m still feeling under the weather.
yesterday?
A: Would you like anything for your
B: I wasn’t really feeling well. stomach?
A: What was wrong with you? B: I took someting earlier.
B: My stomach was upset. A: Get better.
A: Do you feel better now? B: Thanks a lot.
B: I don’t really feel too well yet. Lesson 3:
A: Do you want anything to make you A: Why didn’t you go to school
feel better? yesterday?
B: No, thanks. I already took some B: I stayed home because I wasn’t
medicine. feeling well.
A: I hope you feel better. A: What was your problem.
B: thank you. B: My stomach was bothering me.
Lesson 2: A: Are you feeling any better?
A: What reason do you have for B: I’m still feeling a little sick.
missing school?
A: I’m going to the store, would you
B: I was sick. like any Pepto Bismol?
A: How were you sick? B: I’d appreciate that.
B: I had a stomachache.
EXPRESSING JOY AT SOMEONE’S SUCCESS
Lesson 1: A: Thank you very much.
A: Did you hear the good news? B: I am really excited for you.
B: No, I haven’t. A: Are you really?
A: I got a promotion at my job. B: I’m serious. You deserved this
promotion.
B: Did you really?
A: Is that what you really think?
A: Seriously, I am so excited.
B: Yes, I do.
B: Well, congratulations.
Lesson 3:
A: Thank you.
A: I haven’t told you what happened
B: I’m so happy for you.
yet, have I?
A: Really?
B: I haven’t heard anything.
B: Yes. You really deserved this.
A: My boss offered me a promotion,
A: You think so? and I took it.
B: Yes. Good for you. B: Are you serious?
Lesson 2: A: Yes, I am really excited.
A: Have you heard my good news? B: That’s great. Congratulations.
B: You haven’t told me anything yet. A: I appreciate that.
A: I got a promotion at work earlier B: You have no idea how happy I am
this week. for you.
B: Is that right? A: For real?
A: It’s the truth. I am really happy. B: I believe you were the best choice
B: Congratulations on your for that promotion. I really do.
promotion.
COMPLIMENTING SOMEONE’S CLOTHES
Lesson 1: A: Seriously, it looks really nice on
you. Where did you buy it from?
A: You look really nice today.
B: I bought it from the Macy’s at the
B: Thank you. I just got this outfit the
Santa Anita mall.
other day.
A: I really like that outfit.
A: Really, where did you get it?
B: Thanks. I think you look nice
B: I got it from Macy’s.
today, too.
A: It’s really nice.
A: Thank you. I just bought these new
B: Thanks again. You look nice shoes earlier today.
today, too.
B: Those are nice. What are they?
A: Thank you. I just got these shoes
A: These are some Chucks.
today.
B: Those are great. How muck were
B: Really? What kind of shoes are
they?
they?
A: I got them for forty.
A: These are called All Star Chuck
Taylors. B: I think I might go and find me my
own pair Chucks.
B: I really like those. How much did
they cost? Lesson 3:
A: They were about forty dollars. A: I think that you look very cut
today.
B: I think I’m going to go buy myself
a pair. B: Is that right? This is a brand new
outfit.
Lesson 2:
A: What store did you get it from?
A: I absolutely love what you’re
wearing today. B: I went to Macy’s and picked it out.
B: You do? I just bought this outfit a A: I love your outfit right now.
couple days ago.
B: Well, I think you look nice today B: Your shoes look really nice. How
too. much did you get them for?
A: Thanks. I found these new shoes A: They only cost me about forty
earlier at the store. dollars.
B: I think that those are some really B: I’m going to go get a pair for
nice shoes. What kind are they? myself.
A: These are Chucks.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Lesson 1: B: I do it every once in a while.
A: Tell me, what do you enjoy doing A: How long have you known how to
in your spare time? do that?
B: I enjoy drawing and painting. B: I first learned how to do it in high
school.
A: You know how to draw and paitn?
A: Did you take some sort of art class
B: Yes, I do.
or something?
A: When did you learn how to do
B: That was my favorite class.
that?
A: You have got to be talented.
B: I learned back in high school.
B: Thanks.
A: Oh, so you took an art class?
A: If only I was talented.
B: Yeah, I loved that class.
B: You have a talent. You just don’t
A: I see that you’re pretty talented.
know what if is yet.
B: Thank you you very much.
Lesson 3:
A: I wish I had a talent like that.
A: Are there any hobbies you do?
B: I’m sure you have a talent. It’s just
B: When I have time, I sometimes
hidden.
draw and paint.
Lesson 2:
A: Oh, you actually do that?
A: What kinds of things do you like to
B: Every so often, I do.
do?
A: Did you always know how to draw
B: I’ve always liked to draw and
and paint?
paint.
B: I was taught in high school how to
A: I didn’t know you knew how to
draw and paint.
draw and paint.
A: You had an art class?
B: Exactly, it was my favorite class. A: Talent is a great thing, I wish I had
one.
A: Well, it’s good that you’re so
talented. B: Everyone has a talent. They just
need to find it.
B: I appreciate that.
FAVORITE MOVIE
Lesson 1: B: I have to say, my favorite movie is
Superbad.
A: What’s your favorite movie?
A: Is that right? Why?
B: My favorite movie is Superbad.
B: Honestly, it is one of the funniest
A: Oh, why is that?
movie I’ve seen in a long time.
B: It’s the funniest movie that I’ve
A: You’re right. That movie is
ever seen.
hilarious.
A: That’s true. It is a very funny
B: I didn’t think you saw that movie.
movie.
A: I went to see it the day it came out.
B: You’re seen it before?
B: I was laughing through the whole
A: Yes, I saw that movie the first day
movie.
it came out in theaters.
A: I couldn’t help laughing, either.
B: Didn’t you laugh through the
whole movie? I did. B: Same here.
A: Me too. That movie brought tears A: I bought the movie. Would you
to my eyes. like to come to my house and watch
it?
B: Mine too.
B: Of course.
A: I have it on DVD at my house if
you want to come over and watch it. Lesson 3:
B: Sure, let’s go. A: Out fo every movie that your’ve
seen, which one is your favorite?
Lesson 2:
B: I’m going to have to say that
A: Which movie is your favorite to
Superbad is the best movie ever.
watch?
A: You think so, how come?
B: Well, Superbad is super funny. A: I was laughing hysterically the
whole time; my stomach muscles hurt
A: You’re not lying. I found that
afterwards.
movie absolutely hilarious.
B: That’s exactly how I felt.
B: I didn’t know that you saw
Superbad before. A: I got the movie when it came out
on DVD, do you want to come over?
A: I made sure to be in line to see it
the first day it came out. B: I would love to.
B: I couldn’t keep from laughing
throughout the whole movie.
FAVORITE MUSIS
Lesson 1: A: Why do you like that type of
music?
A: What type of music do you like to
listen to? B: I like the kinds of instruments that
they use.
B: I like listening to different kinds of
music. A: I think that’s an excellent reason to
like something.
A: Like what, for instance?
B: Thanks, I feel the same way.
B: I enjoy Rock and R&B.
Lesson 3:
A: Why is that?
A: What is your favorite kind of
B: I like the different instruments that
music?
they use.
B: I listen to various types of music.
A: That’s a good reason to like
something. A: What genres?
B: Yeah, I think so too. B: I enjoy listening to both Rock and
R&B.
Lesson 2:
A: What interests you in that type of
A: What kind of music do you enjoy
music?
listening to?
B: I enjoy the different types of
B: I enjoy listening to all kinds of
instruments that they use.
music.
A: That is a perfect reason to like a
A: What kind?
certain kind of music.
B: I like to listen to Rock and R&B.
B: That’s exactly what I think too.
SPORTS
Lesson 1: A: You shuold have been there. It was
intense.
A: Did you go to the basketball game
on Friday? B: Is that right. Who ended up
winning?
B: No, I couldn’t make it.
A: Our team was victorious.
A: You missed a really good game.
B: I wish I was free that night I’m kind
B: Oh, really? Who won?
of mad that I didn’t go.
A: Our school did. They played really
A: It was a great game.
well.
B: What was the score at the end of the
B: Too bad I was busy. I really wanted
game?
to go.
A: Our team won 101-98.
A: Yeah, you should hav. It was really
exciting. B: Sounds like it was a close game.
B: So what was the score? A: That’s the reason it was such a great
game.
A: The score was 101-98.
B: The next game, i will definitely be
B: Man, that was a really close game.
there.
A: That’s what made it so great.
Lesson 3:
B: I’ll make sure and make it to the
A: I was meaning to ask you if you saw
next one.
the basketball game on Friday.
Lesson 2:
B: I wanted to go, but I couldn’t.
A: Were you able to attend Friday
A: It was a great game.
night’s basketball game?
B: It’s too bad that I couldn’t make it.
B: I was unable to make it.
Who won?
A: Our team played hard and won. A: The other team lost by three points,
101-98.
B: I really wish I went to the game.
B: It must’ve been a close game.
A: It was the best game ever.
A: It really was. You should’ve gone.
B: So tell me the final score.
B: Hopefully, I’ll make it to the next
one.

INVITATION TO A MOVIE
Lesson 1: B: Would you like to see a movie
with me and my friend?
A: What are you doing this weekend?
A: Do you know what movie you’re
B: I’m going to the movies with a
going to watch?
friend. How about you?
B: I don’t know, but was there a
A: I’m not sure yet.
certain movie you wanted to see?
B: Well, did you want to go see a
A: None that I can think of.
movie with me?
B: Well, would you like to go?
A: What movie are you going to see?
A: Thank you for inviting me, but I
B: I’mt not sure yet. Is there
think I’ll pass.
something you want to see?
B: All right. Another time then.
A: There’s nothing I can think of.
Lesson 3:
B: So, did you want to go?
A: You have any ideas as to what you
A: No, thanks, maybe another time.
want to do this weekend?
B: Okay, sounds good.
B: I’m going to the movie theater with
Lesson 2: my friend. What are you going to do?
A: Do you know what you’re going A: I’m not quite sure yet.
to do this weekend?
B: How about you see a movie me
B: I am going to see a movie with a and my friend?
friend of mine. What about you?
A: What movie are you and your
A: I don’t know. friend planning on watching?
B: Not sure. Is there a movie out that B: Have you decided whether or not
catches your eye? you would like to go?
A: No good movies com to mid. A: No, thanks. Maybe another time.
B: For sure another day.

A SICK CLASSMATE
Lesson 1: B: I’m sorry to hear that. Would you
like the assignment from English
A: Did you go to school today?
class?
B: Yeah, I went to school today. Were
A: I would really appreciate that,
you there?
thanks.
A: No, I didn’t go, I’ve been sick.
B: It’s no trouble at all.
B: That sucks. Did you want the
A: If you get sick, I’ll return the
assignment from English class?
favor.
A: That would be nice, thank you.
B: Thanks. See you at school
B: No problem, you’re welcome. tomorrow if you feel better.
A: I will be glad to do the same for Lesson 3:
you when you’re sick.
A: Have you gone to school today?
B: Well, thank you. I hope to see you
B: I went to school today. Did you go
at school tomorrow.
to school?
Lesson 2:
A: I couldn’t go to school today, I was
A: Have you attended school today? sick.
B: I attended school today. Did you? B: That’s horrible. I’d be happy to
A: I wasn’t able to attend school give you the assignments from
because I was feeling ill. English class.
A: Thank you very much, that’s kind
of you.
B: Don’t mention it. B: That is greatly appreciated and I
hope you feel well enough to go to
A: When you miss a day of school,
school tomorrow.
I’ll be happy to give you the English
assignments.

SHARING NEWS AND INFORMATION

Lesson 1: Lesson 2:
A: Did you hear the news? A: Have you heard what happened?
B: What happened? B: Heard what?
A: Our cousin went into labor and had A: Debrah already had her baby.
her baby last week.
B: I didn’t know that.
B: She did? Why didn’t anyone tell
A: I thought you knew.
me?
B: I honestly didn’t know.
A: I would’ve thought that somebody
would have told you. A: The baby was 8 pounds 6 ounces.
B: No, I had no idea. B: That’s good to hear.
A: Well, she did, her baby was 8 A: Will you go and visit them?
pounds 6 ounces. B: Of course I will.
B: Oh my God, that’s great! A: I just wanted to give you the good
A: Are you going to go and visit her news.
and the baby? B: Thanks for letting me know.
B: I think that I might. Lesson 3:
A: Good! I just thought I’d let you A: Have you heard the news?
know.
B: I haven’t heard anything.
B: Thanks for telling me.
A: Debrah had her baby last week. A: I know, you should really go and
see her and the baby.
B: Nobody told me.
B: Of course I will.
A: I thought you heard.
A: I just wanted to let you know what
B: I really wasn’t told anything.
happened.
A: She was a cute 8 pounds 6 ounces.
B: I appreciate that.
B: Wow, how exciting.

CHANGING THE SUBJECT

Lesson 1: B: I always do. Did you go to school
today?
A: Did you go to school today?
A: No, I didn’t.
B: Of course. Did you?
B: You should have, but have you seen
A: I didn’t want to, so I didn’t.
any movies lately?
B: That’s sad, but have you gone to the
A: That was an odd change of subject.
movies recently?
B: Maybe it was, but answer the
A: That’s a switch.
question.
B: I’m serious, have you?
A: No, not recently.
A: No, I haven’t. Why?
B: I want to go to see a movie this
B: I really want to go to the movies this weekend.
weekend.
A: What’s stopping you then?
A: So go then.
B: I don’t want to go alone.
B: I really don’t want to go by myself.
A: So, will you be at school tomorrow?
A: Well anyway, do you plan on going
B: No, I want to go to the movies
to school tomorrow?
instead.
B: No, I think I’m going to go to the
Lesson 3:
movies.
A: Did you even bother to go to school
Lesson 2:
today?
A: Did you make it to school today?
B: Yeah, I went. Did you go?
A: No, I didn’t feel like it. B: I would love to catch a movie this
weekend.
B: That’s nice, have you been to the
movies lately? A: So then, why don’t you just go?
A: No, but that was a random change of B: I don’t want to see a movie by
subject. myself.
B: It may have been random, but have A: Okay, so are you going to school
you? tomorrow?
A: I haven’t lately. B: I think I might just go to the movies.

RECEIVING VISTORS
Lesson 1: A: I’m really glad that you came to
see me.
A: Thanks for coming to see me
today. B: I had to. I was missing you a lot.
B: It’s no problem. I was really A: I was missing you too.
missing you anyway.
B: So, why haven’t you visited me?
A: I missed you too.
A: I’ve actually been busy lately.
B: Why haven’t you tried to come see
B: What have you been doing?
me then?
A: I’ve just been working really hard.
A: I’ve been really busy.
B: I’ve also been busy.
B: Doing what?
A: Tell me what you’ve been doing.
A: Working.
B: Basically, I’ve been working too.
B: I would’ve come to see you
sooner, but I’ve been busy too. A: Well whatever, I’m glad you came.
A: What have you been doing? B: So am I.
B: I’ve been working too. Lesson 3:
A: Well regardless, I’m very happy A: I’m really happy that you came to
that you came to see me. visit me.
B: I am too. B: I really missed you a lot.
Lesson 2: A: I’ve been missing you like crazy.
B: I don’t understand why you B: I’ve been pretty busy myself.
haven’t come to visit me.
A: So what have you been up to?
A: Lately, I’ve been quite busy.
B: I’ve just been working a lot.
B: Tell me what you’ve been up to.
A: Whatever the reason maybe, I’m
A: I’ve really been working a lot glad you visited me.
lately.
B: I’m glad I did too.

WAITING FOR AN INVITATION

Lesson 1: A: I’m not sure, but I don’t think
she’s given out that many.
A: Hey, did you hear about Jessica’s
party this weekend? B: Well, hopefully she’ll give me
invite later on today.
B: Yeah, but I’m still waiting for my
invitation. Lesson 2:
A: Oh really? She gave me mine A: Have you heard about Jessica’s
earlier today. party on Saturday?
B: Well, she’ll probably just give me B: I’ve heard about it, but I’m still
my invitation later on today. waiting for my invitation.
A: Yeah, so are you planning on A: Really? I got mine from her this
going? morning.
B: I think so. It sounds like it’s going B: I’m guessing that she’s going to
to be a lot of fun. give me my invite today or tomorrow.
A: It really does, I can’t wait. A: You’re probably right, do you
intend on going to the party?
B: What time does the party start?
B: I want to. I heard it’s going to be
A: It starts at 8 o’clock.
really fun.
B: Oh, well, how many people has she
A: I know, it does sound pretty
given invites to so far?
awesome.
B: Well, when does the party start? B: I believe that she will give me the
invitation today.
A: It’s supposed to start at about
eight. A: Are you even going to go?
B: How many invitations has she B: Yeah, it sounds like it’s going to be
given out? the best party of the year.
A: I really don’t know, but I don’t A: Exactly, it seems like it’s going to
think she gave out that many yet. be loads of fun.
B: I really want to go, so I hope that B: When exactly does the party start?
she gives me my invite soon.
A: The invitation says it starts at 8:00
Lesson 3: p.m.
A: Has anyone told you about B: Has she given out a lot of
Jessica’s party coming up? invitations yet?
B: I was told about it already. I’m just A: I have no idea, she hasn’t given out
waiting for my invitation. many though.
A: Is that right? I already got my B: I’m planning on going, but I really
invitation from her earlier. need her to give me my invitation.
ACCEPTING AN INVITATION TO A PARTY
Lesson 1: B: I had no idea.
A: Hey, what’s up? A: Is that right?
B: Nothing really. B: I didn’t hear anything about it.
A: I’m throwing a party on Friday. A: Can you go?
B: I didn’t realize that. B: What time?
A: You didn’t? A: It starts at 8 o’clock.
B: Nobody has told me anything B: I’ll go.
about your party.
A: I hope that I’ll see you there.
A: Did you want to go?
B: No doubt.
B: When does it start?
Lesson 3:
A: At 8:00 p.m.
A: What’s going on?
B: I’ll be there.
B: Not much.
A: I’d better see you there.
A: This Friday, I’m throwing a party.
B: Of course.
B: Oh really? I didn’t know that.
Lesson 2:
A: Are you serious?
A: What’s going on with you?
B: I haven’t heard anything about it.
B: Fine. What’s going on with you?
A: Can you make it?
A: I’m having a party this Friday.
B: What time does it start? A: Am I going to see you there?
A: the party starts at 8. B: You will.
B: Yeah, I think I’ll go.

DECLINING AN INVITATTION TO A PARTY

Lesson 1: A: Next Saturday, I’m going to have a
party.
A: What’s going on?
B: Oh, really?
B: Nothing really, you?
A: You are coming?
A: I’m throwing a party next
Saturday. B: Probably not.
B: Is that right? A: Why is that?
A: Yeah, are you going to come? B: I don’t feel like going.
B: I’m sorry, I can’t. A: Why not?
A: Why not? B: I really can’t stand going to parties.
B: I don’t really want to. A: I understand, I guess.
A: Well, why don’t you? B: Sorry about that.
B: I hate going to parties. Lesson 3:
A: Well, that’s okay. A: What’s happening?
B: Yeah, sorry. B: Not a lot, what about you?
Lesson 2: A: I’m having a party next Saturday.
A: What’s up? B: That’s nice.
B: Nothing, how about you? A: Are you going to be there?
B: I don’t think so.
A: Is there a reason why? A: I’m throwing a party on Friday.
B: I just really don’t want to go. B: That sounds like fun.
A: How come? A: Do you think you can come?
B: I don’t really like parties. B: I’m sorry. I’m already doing
something this Friday.
A: I wish you would go, but that’s
okay. A: What are you going to be doing?
B: I’m sorry. B: My family and I are going to
dinner.
Lesson 4:
A: I was hoping you would come.
A: What’s up?
B: I’ll definitely try to make it the
B: Nothing much, what’s going on?
next time.
A: I’m having a party this Friday.
A: I’d better see you there.
B: OH, really? That’s nice.
B: All right. I’ll see you next time.
A: I wanted to see if you wanted to
Lesson 6:
come.
A: What’s going on?
B: This Friday? Sorry, I already have
plans. B: Nothing really. How about you?
A: Doing what? A: A lot, like the party I’m having on
Friday.
B: I’m going to dinner with my
family. B: Well, that’s cool.
A: I really wanted you to come, but I A: Will you be able to make it?
understand.
B: I’m busy this Friday. I’m sorry.
B: Yeah, maybe next time.
A: What do you have to do?
A: I’ll hold you to that.
B: I’m having dinner with my family.
B: Sounds like a plan.
A: Maybe you can come next time.
Lesson 5:
B: I’ll make sure and come to your
A: Hey, what’s good with you? next party.
B: Not a lot. What about you? A: I’ll look for you at my next party.
B: I’ll be there.

ENDING A CONVERSATION
Lesson 1: B: Is there a reason why you’re trying
to get off the phone so fast?
A: It was nice talking to you.
A: I’ve got to go.
B: Why are you trying to rush me off
the phone? B: I wasn’t done talking to you.
A: I really have to go. A: I have to do some things, and
besides, it’s not polite to be nosey.
B: Why? I still wanted to talk to you.
B: I’m not being nosey. I’m just
A: I have things to do.
asking.
B: Like what?
A: I really don’t think it’s any of your
A: Don’t be nosey. business.
B: I’m not. I just want to know. B: That’s not nice.
A: Well, it’s really none of your A: I apologize, but I’m getting of the
business. phone now.
B: That’s harsh. B: Okay.
A: I’m sorry, but I have to go. Lesson 3:
B: Fine. A: I’ll talk to you later.
Lesson 2: B: What’s the rush?
A: I’ve enjoyed conversing with you. A: I hav to get off the phone now.
B: I’m not ready to get off the phone B: I’m not being nosey, it’s just a
with you. question.
A: There are other things I need to A: You don’t need to worry about
take care of. that.
B: What is it that you need to do? B: That was mean to say.
A: Please don’t be nosey. A: I am very sorry, but I must go.
B: I guess.

LEAVE-TALKING
Lesson 1: A: We should hang out some time.
A: Well, it was nice talking to you. B: I think that would be nice.
B: It was nice talking to you too. A: Is there anything you would like to
do next time?
A: We should really hang out again.
B: Do you want to go out to eat?
B: That would be fun.
A: I’d like that.
A: Where do you want to go?
B: so I’ll see you next time.
B: I think we should go out to eat.
A: I’m going to call you soon.
A: That sounds good.
B: I’ll talk to you later.
B: All right, so I’ll see you then.
A: See you soon.
A: I’ll call you later.
B: Goodbye.
B: Okay, I’ll talk to you later then.
Lesson 3:
A: See you later.
A: I had fun talking to you.
B: Bye.
B: It was really nice talking to you
Lesson 2:
also.
A: I enjoyed talking to you.
A: I think we should really do
B: I enjoyed talking to you too. something sometime.
B: That should be loads of fun. B: Okay, until next time then.
A: What do you want to do next time? A: I’ll call you so we can set that up.
B: Would you like to go to dinner or B: Talk to you then.
something?
A: All right, see you.
A: Yeah, let’s do that.
B: See you.