1. At the museum
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Task 2 (2–3 minutes)
Imagine that you and your friend are in the British Museum. You are trying to decide which hall to begin with- the hall devoted to Ancient Egypt, the picture gallery ,the exhibition of ancient books or the anthropological hall.
Remember to:
- be active and polite
- make a decision to satisfy both of you
Read and learn the dialogue
P.- Hi! Haven’t seen you for ages,
- Hi! Haven’t seen you for ages, too.
P-How are you?
-I’m fine, thanks And you?
P- I’m fine too. So, let’s go inside. You see, the British Museum consists of three halls- the hall devoted to Ancient Egypt, the picture gallery, the exhibition of ancient books or the anthropological hall and we should decide what to see first
- Shall we begin with the exhibition of ancient books? I‘m fond of books especially old ones.
P--It’s great, but I’m interested in Ancient Egypt with all its mummies. What do you think about it?
-It’s a good idea, but the exhibition of ancient books closes earlier than the others
P- O.K. then! Let’s go there first .And what about the picture gallery?
- Sure! We’ll visit it later. Besides, there is a temporary exhibition in the picture gallery but you’ll have to pay an admission fee.
P- Well, let’s start our excursion!
2. At the hotel
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Task 2 (2–3 minutes)
You’re staying at a hotel with your relative. The relative has a cold and needs to see a doctor. Talk to the hotel receptionict and find out where you can find a doctor and make an appointment if possible.
Ask the receptionist about
-if there is a doctor close to the hotel
- the doctor’s working hours
- how much you should pay for the visit
You begin the conversation. The teacher will play the part of the receptionist.
Remember to:
- be active and polite
- ask the questions and find out all the information you need
- make an appointment
Read and learn the dialogue
-Good morning!
- Good morning! Can I help you?
- You see, my sister has a cold. Is there a doctor close to a hotel?
- Certainly. There is a local hospital 5 minutes walk from the hotel .You can visit a doctor there.
-Could you tell me the doctor’s working hours?
-Just a minute….Reception hours are from 8 a.m. till 2 p.m. All the time for today is booked, but tomorrow is still open.
-O.K. Tell me please, how much should I pay for the visit?
-If you are a hotel guest, the first visit is free. Then the doctor informs about the price list for further treatment.
- Oh, thank you.
-Wait a minute! Can I write down your sister’s name in appointment list?
-Sure! Svetlana Ivanova.
-When will she come?
-Oh, let me think….Tomorrow at 10 a.m.
-O.K.I hope she will be better soon Bye-bye
- Bye-bye
3. At the reception
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Task 2 (2–3 minutes)
You need to get from London to Оxford. You need to be there at 2 pm tomorrow. You mustn’t be late.
Ask the receptionist in your hotel about
- if you can get to Oxford by train
- the timetable
- the travelling time
You begin the conversation. The teacher will play the part of the receptionist.
Remember to:
- be active and polite
- ask the questions and find out all the information you need
- decide on the train you will take
Read and learn the dialogue
P.-Hello.
T.-Hello. How can I help you?
P.-Could you tell me how I can get to Oxford by train?
T.- Of course, there is a railway station not far from here. I think you can get there by train.
P.- I see. Do you happen to know when the classes usually start? I only have time on weekdays in the afternoon.
T.- It depends. As soon as you know your level I’ll be able to tell you the exact time.
P.- Well, and how much should I pay for the course? The fact is that my parents can pay only ₤30 per week.
T. – Oh, I don’t think it will cost you more.
P. –It’s great. When shall I start?
T.- Ok, you can write the entrance exam tomorrow at 9 in the morning and to know the results in the afternoon. So you’ll be able to start the day after tomorrow.
P.- Thank you very much. Good bye.
T.- Good bye.