SPEAKING WORKSHOP talking about social plans

A Complete the conversation with the sentences a–e.

Jacob: (1) 
Matt: Well, a friend of mine, Kevin, is coming to visit and we have a few things
planned. On Friday evening, we’re going out with Erin and Patty. And then on
Saturday, he wants to explore the city.
Jacob: (2) 
Matt: Yes, but the problem is, I don’t know what to show him, really. Do you have any
ideas?
Jacob: (3) 
Matt: Good idea. I’ll check what time it opens. I’ll make a list of places and see what
he thinks. Thanks for the suggestions. Do you have any plans?
Jacob: (4) 
Matt: Why don’t you come with us on Saturday? And then on Saturday evening,
a few people are coming over for a party. It’ll be fun.
Jacob: (5) 

a) I’ll do that. Thanks!

b) That sounds interesting.
c) So, Matt, what are you doing this weekend?
d) I’m sure I can think of something. What about
the beach or the park? Or what about the new
art gallery? That opens this weekend.
e) No, not really.

B Read the conversation again. Find and

underline each place in the conversation
where someone does these things.
1 asks about plans
2 agrees with the other person
3 explains a problem
4 asks for help
5 makes a suggestion
6 invites the other person to join him

C Work in pairs. Imagine that one of you has a friend from

another town/city/country coming to visit for the weekend. Using key
words only, make notes about possible social activities you can do in
your town or city.

D Work with a different partner.

Have a conversation about your
social plans. Explain any problems
you have, and ask the other person
for ideas. Then swap roles and have
a new conversation.
HOW ARE YOU DOING?
Think about your speaking and check the statements that are true.
I feel confident …
asking about social plans.
saying what social plans I have.
describing any problems with social plans.
How do you feel about your speaking generally?

Fine, thanks. Not sure … Help!

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