Tuesday, May 21, 2013

10. Write an email to an internet forum

Hi
My name's Alba Lagresa and I live in Buryfield in England. I like the area where I live, so I want to improve it.
In my opinion ther isn't anywhere for young people to go and there aren't any facilities for them. As a result, young people spend all their time hanging around on the streets. There are sometimes problems with vandalism and graffiti.
I think the council should do something about this. I'm sure they must have some land for local people

Unit 9: Organize an event

Callum: Hey, guys. What's going on here?
Leah: We're trying to organize a barbecue. We want to mak some money for the youth club.
Callum: Cool! Can I do anything?
Shaun: Yes. There's a lot to do. We need some food and drink.
Leah: Yeah, my dad's helping with that. 
Shaun: An I think we should make some invitations.
Callum: I can do that, if you want.
Shaun: OK. Thanks, Callum.
Leah: Then all we need is some music.
Callum: You should phone Beth - she's in a band.
Shaun: OK. Great.


Unit 8: Help when there's a problem

Teacher: Leah, what's happened? Are you OK?
Leah: No, I've cut my arm.
Teacher: How did that happen?
Leah: It was an accident. I fell while I was playing basketball.
Teacher: Oh, right. Have you cleaned it?
Leah: Yes, I have, but it hurts.
Teacher: Do you need help?
Leah: No, I think it'll be OK.
Teacher: Mmm. Maybe you need to see a doctor.

Unit 7: Talk about plans and arrangements

Gemma: Callum... Callum!
Callum: Yes? Oh, hi, Gemma.
Gemma: Are you doing anything this evening?
Callum: No, nothing special. Why?
Gemma: I'm going to a basketball match if you're interested.
Callum: Yes, great. What time does it start?
Gemma It's on at eight o'clock at the sport centre.
Callum: OK. Shall I meet you outside at about seven thirty?
Gemma: Yeah, OK. I'll see you there.
Callum: See you later, Gemma.

Unit 6: Speak about probability and the future

Callum: Leah, can I ask you a questinon? I'm doing a survey.
Leah: Yes, if you like.
Callum: Right, the question is, "Do you thing that the world will be a better place in the future?"
Leah: Let me think... No, definitely not. I think it'll be a worse place. What about you?
Callum: I disagree with you. I think it'll probably be a better place.
Leah: OK. What's the next question?
Callum: The next question is...

Unit 5: Compare ideas for a present

Shaun: How long will you be, Gemma?
           Can we go now?
Gemma: Not yet. I'm looking for a poster for my dad. He's into art.
Shaun: Can I see?
Gemma: Yes. What do you think of this?
Shaun: It's OK. Who's it by?
Gemma:This one's by van Gogh. It's called Starry Night.
Shaun: That one's better.
Gemma: Do you think so?
Shaun: Yes, it's more interesting. The other one's a bit dark.
Gemma: Yes, I think you're right. Thanks, Shaun.

Unit 4: Express interest

Leah: That's amazing! Is that your photo, Shaun?
Shaun: Yes, do you like it?
Leah: Yeah. Where were you when you saw that?
Shaun: I was on holiday in Madrid. These people were doing tricks on their skateboards.
Leah: Really? Why were they doing that?
Shaun: It was a show.
Leah: Did you try it?
Shaun: You're kidding! I can't skaboard.
Leah: Yeah, well it's a great photo. Well done!