Speaking Comprehension 11th form (1term)

- _______

- Yes, that sounds like a great idea.

- What shall we do at the weekend?

- ______

- Would you like a cup of tea?

- _______

- Are you ready to order?

- ______

- _____

- OK, thanks.

Read the sentence given below. Find the adjective you think the sentence illustrates.

Sarah is friendly and enjoys being with other people.

Read the sentence given below. Find the adjective you think the sentence illustrates.

John isn’t afraid of anything – bunjee jumping, sky diving, even mountain climbing.

Match the replies (a–f) with the sentences (1–6).

Mandy: Hi, George! How’s it going?

Maisie: Hi, Mark. Have you got a moment to chat?

Waiter: Hi! Take a seat, and I’ll get you a menu. Here you are.

Waiter: Fine. Now what would you like to drink?

Complete the sentences.

A:                [What do you do, I do, How often]when you're not working?
B: I've          [long ago, recently, just]started swimming.
A: I didn't know you go swimming.              [See you, hard to find, I do]too!
B:            [How often, What about, When do]do you swim?
A: I swim most evenings, usually.            [How often, What about, When do]you?
B: Once or twice a week. I don't have              [hard to find, recently, enough time]to go more than that.
A: I know what you mean. It's              [enough time, hard to find, recently]the time. I'm going swimming this evening.
B: Me too!         [See you, How are, I do]at the swimming pool!

Read the dialogue. What is it about?

Ana: Hi! I'm Ana. Welcome to What to Say!

Do you know what to say when you talk about your job? Listen out for useful language for talking about your job. Then, we'll practise saying the new phrases – after this.

Patrick: Life is hard. Business is harder. I'm here to help you win. Do you want to be the best?

Vanya: Yeah.

Patrick: I said, DO YOU WANT TO BE THE BEST?

Paul, Emir, Vanya: Yes.

Patrick: Good. You – what's your role in the company?

Emir: I'm the head of design. I manage artists and graphic designers.

Patrick: Good. What about you?

Paul: I'm a content producer.

Patrick: What does that mean?

Paul: It means I'm responsible for writing.

Patrick: Nice. And you – what do you do?

Vanya: Social media and marketing.

Patrick: Do you like your job?

Vanya: Yeah, I love it!

Patrick: Good. BUT NOT GOOD ENOUGH! Now listen. I'm here to make you the best. And I've got four hours to do it. Stand up! Let's all close our eyes, breathe deeply and think about these two important questions. One: What's the best part of your job? And two: Do you like the people you work with? Keep those eyes closed … breathe deep … and think …

Ana: Hello again! I don't think Emir is enjoying the training very much. So, did you notice the useful phrases used for talking about your job? Listen to me and then repeat.

What's your role in the company?

I'm the head of design.

I manage artists and graphic designers.

What about you?

I'm a content producer.

I'm responsible for writing.

What do you do?

Do you like your job?

Yes, I love it!

What's the best part of your job?

Do you like the people you work with?

Ana: Try and use some of these phrases the next time you talk about your job in English. Bye for now!

Choose the best answer.

The trainer is there to help them ………

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Emir is head of ………

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Paul is responsible for ………

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Vanya does ………

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Vanya ………

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The training session is ………

Match the sentences that have the same meaning.