chapter 1

 

 part 1

Andy : It's mother's day next week. What are we going to give to Mum?

Bobby: How about getting her a box of chocolate?

Cindy : No, I don't think it's a good idea. You know she is on a strict diet, and she never eats sweets!.

Andy : Alright, shall we get her a flower vase, then?

Bobby : No. She already has some.

Andy : Well, why don't we buy her new gardening tools? She loves gardening.

Cindy : That's a good idea!.

Bobby: Ok, let's go and buy her gardening tools.

1. In your opinion, what is the relationship between the three speakers?

2. What are they discussing about?

3. Can you identify the expressions of making suggestions in the dialogue and the response? Mention them!

Answer :

1.They are siblings (Andy, Bobby, and Cindy are brother and sisters).

2.They are discussing what gift to give their mom for Mother’s Day.

3.“How about getting her a box of chocolate?”

“Shall we get her a flower vase, then?”

“Why don’t we buy her new gardening tools?”

Responses:

“No, I don’t think it’s a good idea.”

“She already has some.”

“That’s a good idea!”

part 2

Dhea: Have you heard that the due date for the final project is extended?

Riza: No, is it true?

Dhea: Yes. It will be due next month.

Riza: That’s wonderful! I haven’t even started yet.

Dhea: Would you need my help?

Riza: No, thanks. I’ll do it as soon as possible. I know that you’re as busy as I am.

Dhea: Okay. Just let me know if you need my help.

1. What is the relationship between Dhea and Riza?

: They are classmates or schoolmates.

2. Has Riza finished his project?

: No, he hasn’t started yet.

3. What does Dhea offer to Riza?

: Dhea offers her help.

4. Write the expressions used by Dhea in giving an offer!

:

“Would you need my help?”

“Just let me know if you need my help.”

part 3

1. Brad : May I help you Sir?

Mr. Lewis : Yes, I need someone to carry my bag.

2. Lucy : Why don’t you join us for lunch?

Anna : That sounds great! I’d love to.

3. Sandra : Would you like me to do the ironing for you?

Auntie : That’s very kind of you, thank you.

4. Robby : I think we should go and pick your father up from the airport.

Kenny : Good idea. Let’s go now.

5. Tom : Shall we go to the travel agent this afternoon to book our ticket?

Ryan : Sure, that works for me