How to: console and encourage (unit 8)

J- Hey, you look a bit down. What's teh matter?
C- Oh, I've just heard that my sister has got a job in Australia and she's moving away. 
J- Oh, right. Sorry about it. It isn't the end of the world though.
C- I know, but I'm really sad and I'm going to miss him a lot.
J- Don't take it too badly - at least you can visit her whenever you want. Australia is a really cool city.
C- That's true, I suppose.
J- Look at it this way - if she hadn't got that job, she'd have been really disappointed.
C- Yeah, maybe you're right.
J- Cheer up! Come on - let's go to the park or something.
C- OK. Thanks, Júlia. I feel a bit better now.

How to: explain an clarify a situation (unit 9)

J- Hi, Carla. How was your afternoon?
C- Not bad, thanks. Why do you ask?
J- Because you told me that you were staying at your friend's house, but I heared that you were at the city. 
C- Who told you that?
J- Laura said that she'd seen you. How come you didn't tell me about it?
C- Because I was only there for three hours.Then I went to the town because I needed a book from the library. 
J- Are you telling me the truth, Carla?
C- Honestly, it's true! If you don't belive me, you can ask Laura. 
J- Ok, Ok. I belive you. Sorry, Carla. 
C- That's OK.  

How to: apologize for a misunderstanging (unit 7)

C- Excuse me. Can I have a word with you?
J- Yes. Is there a problem?
C- I' mafraid so. Did you know that this is private property?
J- No, I didn't.
C- Didn't you see the sign?
J- No... I'm sorry.
C- Have you been here before?
J- Yes, three or four times. 
C- Well, if I were you, I'd look for a different place.
J- OK. Sorry about that. I didn't realize.
C- That's OK. Remember for next time and pay atention to the signs.

How to: discuss a questionnaire

J- Hey, Carla. We're doing a questionnaire about about identity. Do you want to have a look?

C- Yeah, go on then. Ask me something.

J- OK, I'll ask you the most interesting questions. Do you express yourself more through your clothes or your make-up?

C- Er... through my clothes.

J- Yes, me too. Right, do you know what kind of music likes from the clothes they wear someone?

C- Oh, this is more difficult, buy usually yes.

J- This is very good. I can't do it. OK. How about this one - do you prefer a horror film or a comedy film?

C- I prefer a comedy.

J- Me too. And the last one: Do you prefer to hang out with a group of friends, or with only one?

C- I prefer one.

J- Oh, I don't. I prefer to hang out with a group of people.

C- We're a bit different then.

J- It looks like it, yes.

*J= Júlia

*C=Carla

How to: exchange opinions

C- Hi, Júlia. Have you seen these?

J- No, what are they?

C- They're posters for an anti-smoking campaign. All the students in the school have to say their opinion about it.

J- Let's see. Mmm. What do you think?

C- I can't really decide, but I suppose the one on the left has got a clearer message. Co you agree?

J- Well, I don't know. I thing it's too much clear.

C- OK.

How to: change something in a shop

C- Hello. Are you OK there?

J- Yes, hi. I was given these t-shirt as a present but it's too big. Is it OK if I change them?

C- That should be OK. Have you got the receipt?

J- Yes, here you are.

C- OK. Well, actually, we've sold out of this t-shirt, I'm afraid. You can choose something else if you want.

J- Oh, right. Can I try these things on?

C- Yes, sure. The changing rooms are over there.

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J-What do you think of these jeans? they aren't too long, is it?

C- No, I don't think so. It's really funky.

J- OK. I'll take it then. Thanks.

How to: ask for and give information

C- Hello, there. Can I help you?

J - Yes, I'm staying in Banyoles with a friend next week and we were wondering if there's anything to see around there. Have you got any information?

C- Yes, there are a guide tour to the lake if you're interested. I'll get you a leaflet.

J- That sound good. What time do the visit leave?

C- Oh, they're fairly regular - they go every day except Wednesday at five and nine. 

J- OK: And how much is the guide tour? We've got student cards.

C- Let's see. Well, in that case it's 4€ per person. The full price is 6€.

J- That's fine. We'll go on Tuesday, then. Do we need to book it?

C- I'll book it for you if ou like. Can I take your names?

How to: invite someone out

CARLA: Hi Júlia. I haven't seen you for a long time. How about you? 

JÚLIA: Not bad. How are you?

CARLA: I'm find. Hey, have you seen that new ghost film yet? It's on at the cinema in town this week.

JÚLIA: No, I haven't, but I've heared it'¡s awful.

CARLA: I'm going to see it with some friends tomorrow. Do you fancy coming?

JÚLIA: Oh, that would be great, but tomorrow I'm going to met my friend to go to Park...

CARLA: Ok, don't worry. I'll see you next week!

JÚLIA: All right. See you soon, Carla.

Carla: Bye, Jú!