IELTS Expert User b1 Term 11 subject 1 lesson 3
PART 1
Dialogino
Listen and do with a partner.
A Hey, Mari. Did I tell you I’m learning to play the banjo?
B Yeah, actually, you’ve mentioned it a few times.
A But you haven’t seen my new banjo. I have a picture of it on my phone…
B We should drink our coffee before it gets cold. Maybe after that.
A OK. Well, anyway, I know haven’t told you this: I started a country band with a few students in my music class.
B A band? That’s cool, Cody. Country isn’t my favorite, but I bet you guys are great
A Well, we’re not perfect. But we think we’ll get better if we play in front of an audience. So, I was wondering, would you like to hear us play? We’re having our first concert on Friday night.
B Um, I’d love to, but I can’t make it on Friday. I have… other plans. But thanks for asking.
A Oh, that’s too bad. Are you free on Saturday?
B I’m sorry. Unfortunately, I’m going to be kind of busy all weekend.
A I understand. Well, let me know if your plans change .
PART 2
Voicino 1
Listen and repeat.
REAL-WORLD STRATEGY :SOFTENING COMMENTS
You can use kind of or sort of before adjectives to soften your comments so the other person won’t feel uncomfortable.
Are you free on Saturday?
I’m sorry. Unfortunately, I’m going to be kind of busy all weekend.
A Read the information about softening comments. Which expression does Mari use?
B Listen to a conversation between Victor and his friend Nate. What does Victor want to do? Why does Nate say “no” for Friday? Why does he say “no” for Saturday?
C Listen again. What adjective does Nate use to describe heavy metal concerts? Which phrase does he use to soften his comment?
PAIR WORK Practice the conversation with a partner and add phrases to soften the comments. More than one answer is possible. Change roles and practice again.
A Do you want to see a documentary later?
B I’m sorry, but I’m tired.
B No thanks. I think documentaries are boring.
A l understand. Let me know if you change your mind.
A How about a thriller?
PART 3
Pronunciation 1
PRONUNCIATION: Saying ٫m٫ in I’m
Listen. Focus on the/m/ sound in I’m.
1 Sorry. I can’t go. I’m going to a concert that night.
2 I’m kind of busy this week.
Pronunciation 2
Listen. Which speaker (A or B) says the ٫m٫ sound? Write A or B.
I’m sorry. I can’t.
I’d love to but I’m kind of busy tomorrow.
I’m going on a business trip that week.
I’m sorry you can’t go. Can we meet next week?
PART 4
It's your turn
It’s your turn
A Choose your three favorites kinds of shows and movies (for example, documentaries, comedies, and thrillers). For each kind, choose your favorite movie or show.
B PAIR WORK Talk about your favorite shows. Why do you think your favorites are the best and the others aren’t as good? Do you like the same shows?
PART 5
Practicino 1
Put the conversations in order.
Conversation 1
B I’m sorry. Unfortunately, I have plans on Sunday.
B I’d love to, but I have to work on Saturday.
A I understand. Let me know if your plans change.
A Do you want to go out to dinner on Saturday night?
A Oh, that’s too bad. How about lunch on Sunday?
Conversation 2
BI think I want to stay home on Friday. But thanks for asking.
B I have to finish my paper right now. Maybe after that.
A Yeah. I need to buy some new shoes.
A I understand. Let me know if you change your mind.
B Right now?
A Do you want to go shopping with me?
A OK. Oh, are you free on Friday? Jack and I are going to the movies.
Practicino 2
Soften each comment with kind of or sort of.
1 Unfortunately, I’m busy tonight.
2 I’d love to, but I’m tired.
3 I’m sorry, but I think romantic comedies are silly.
4 No thanks. I think talk shows are boring.
5 Unfortunately, it’s late.