INVITATIONS AND EXCUSES

Clara: Hey look, Paula. That DJ is playing again this weekend.
Paula: Yeah? Where's he playing?
Clara: At The Warehouse on Friday
Paula: Right. I'm definitely going to that. Would you like to go with me?
Clara: I'd love to, but I'm afraid I can't. My parents wouldn't be very happy about it.
Paula: Go on! They wouldn't mind.
Clara: No, sorry. I'm supposed to be going out with them that night anyway.
Paula: That's a shame. Oh well, do you fancy going out another night?
Clara: I'll think about it, OK?

ASKING ABOUT RULES

Paula: Excuse me.
Clara: Yes?
Paula: I'm afraid you can't park your motorcycle there.
Clara: Oh right, sorry. Where am I allowed to park?
Paula: Parking is prohibited in all of this area.
Clara: I just wanted to go into this shop for a moment.
Paula: Sorry, but you'll have to park somewhere else.
Clara: Is there anywhere near here?
Paula: Yes, you could try Walton Street, down there.
Clara: OK then. Thanks for your help

GIVING NEWS

Clara: Paula, Paula! Look at this! I don't believe it!
Paula: Well, tell me! What don't you believe?
Clara: I passed all of my exams.
Paula: Hey! Well done! That's great news. What grades did you get?
Clara: Four As, two Bs and a C
Paula: No! Really? That's incredible! How on earth did you do that?
Clara: I dunno. I must be a genius.
Paula: So are you going to celebrate?
Clara: Yes. I can't wait to tell Mum and Dad. I'm going to call them right now.

DESCRIBING AN OBJECT

Alex: Excuse me, I've lost a bag. Has anyone handed one in?
Man: A bag? What sort of bag? What does it look like?
Alex: It's a backpack. It's blue and orange.
Man: A blue and orange backpack. Hold an a minute. I'll go and have a look.
Alex: Ok, thanks.
Man: No, sorry. I'm afraid we haven't got anything like that. Where did you last have it?
Alex: I think I left in the café.
Man: What was in it? Were there any valuables?
Alex: Well, my camera was in there, and a jacket.
Man: OK, Well, leave your name and number and I'll contact you if it turns up.

RETURIING A PRODUCT

Alex: Hello. How can I help you?
Customer: Oh, hello. I'd like to return this CD, please.
Alex: OK. What's the problem with it?
Customer: Well, it's scratched and it jumps. It was scratched when I bought it.
Alex: Mmm, that's strange. When did you buy it?
Customer: I only bought it yesterday.
Alex: Have you got the receipt?
Customer: Yes, here you are.
Alex: OK. Well, I can give you a refund, or do you want to choose another CD?
Customer: I'll choose another one, thanks.

MAKING AN APPOINTMENT

Woman: Hello. National Bank. This is Mary speaking. How can I help you?
Alex: Hello. I'd like some information about student bank accounts.
Woman: Yes, that's no problem. Would you like to make an appointment?
Alex: Yes, OK.
Woman: Is Saturday OK for you? At three o'clock?
Alex: Yes, that's fine.
Woman: And your name is...?
Alex: Alex Black.
Woman: Adam Black. OK, Alex, we'll see you on Saturday the 16th at three o'clock.
Alex: OK. That's for your help. Bye.

SUGGESTIONS

Alex: What's that?
Paula: It's a really cool game called "Fatal". You have to shoot all these monsters. Oh no! I've died again.
Alex: Can I have a look?
Paula: Of course. Why don't you try it?
Alex: No, thanks. I'm not into playing games like that. They're too violent.
Paula: Well, you could always play something different. I've got loads of games.
Aelx: I know. But you always beat me. How about going outside?
Paula: But it's raining. Hey, why don't we play a game online. Then we can play together.
Alex: OK. It's a deal!

GREETINGS AND NEWS

Chris: Julie! How are you? I haven't seen you for ages.
Julie: I know. I've been away for a few weeks.
Chris: Really? Where have you been?
Julie: I've been to Norway with seven other people.
Chris: Norway? What were you doing there?
Julie: We were helping some scientists there.
Chris: Cool. What was it like?
Julie: Freezing! But it was and incredible experience. What about you? How have you been?
Chris: Not bad, but I haven't done anything interesting like you.
Julie: Anyway, I'd better go. I've got geography now.
Chris: OK. Good to see you around again.

TALKING ABOUT PHOTOS

Alex: Are those photos of your family, Paula?
Paula: Yes, they're quite old.
Alex: Can I have a look?
Paula: If you like. But don't laugh!
Alex: That's a nice one. Your parents look really young. How old is the photo?
Paula: I'm not sure. My grandmother took it.
Alex: Who's that little girl on the right?
Paula: Girl? That's me!
Alex: Oh, sorry!