Making conversation
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| Would you like some tea? No, thanks |
Now listen to a breakfast conversation between a father and his daughter, Pam. How does Pam feel?
Dad Good morning! Did you have a nice time last night?
Pam Yes.
Dad Do you want breakfast?
Pam No.
Dad Have you had any coffee?
Pam Yes.
Dad Is Bill coming over tonight?
Pam No
Dad OK. Are you leaving for school soon?
Pam Yes. bye!
Listen to the conversation again. This time there are some differences. Complete the missing text
Dad Good morning! Did you have a nice time last night?
Pam Yes, _____. I went to the movies with Bill.
Dad Do you want breakfast?
Pam No, _____, thanks. I'm not hungry.
Dad Have you had any coffee?
Pam Yes, _____. I don't want any more, thanks.
Dad Is Bill coming over tonight?
Pam No, _____. He's going out with his friends.
Dad OK. Are you leaving for school soon?
Pam Yes, _____. I'm going right now. Bye!
Listen and check. What are the differences in the conversations?
Speaking Spotlight - Good for KET, PET and FCE, speaking paper
We use short answers in English conversation. But answering with short answers only, makes people think you're not interested in speaking. So. it helps if you can add some information.
ex:
Did you watch the game last night?
Yes, I did. It was great!
Reply to these questions using a short answer: Add some more information
Do you like cooking?
Do you have any brothers and sisters?
Is it cld out today?
Are you working hard?
Did you go out last night?
Have you ever been to Singapore
