Part B Theme Listening
■Language Learning
Study the following expressions.
Expressions of accepting an invitation:
•That’s great.I’ll be there on time.
•It’s a good idea.When and where shall we meet?
•Sure.I can’t wait.
•Sounds interesting!I’d like to join it.
Expressions of declining an invitation:
•I wish I could,but…
•I’m sorry,I can’t.
•I’d like to,but…
•It’s a good idea,but I’m afraid I can’t go.I’ve had other plans already.
•I’m afraid I can’t come over for the dinner.Thank you for your invitation anyway.
•This Friday is not OK.I’ve had another appointment.Can we make it another day?
■Exercise 4:Dialogue Listening
Listen to the dialogue.Write down the missing words.
(S:Sarah;G:Gary)
G:Hi,Sarah!You look wonderful!
S:Great!I’ve been taking a 1course.It’s great!
G:Oh,I see.How long have you been taking the course?
S:2 weeks.3 times a week. 2minutes each time.I start loving yoga.
G:Sure.Yoga is helpful for fitness.You know,there will be a party for 3on this 4morning.Would you like to come?
S: 5?
G:It’s for the coming spring.Everybody is waiting for outdoor activities in the sun after such a long and cold winter,especially for kids.
S:You’re right.My kids are tired of 6and 7.And me too!Is there anybody else?
G:Yeah.Millers,Jones and Williams.Meet you at the central playground on Sunday.
S: 8!Is Tony ready for jumping,running and laughing with my boy Jimmy?
G:Sure!How about having the lunch at Pizza Hut?
S:It’s great!Whatever 9.And what time for the party?
G:9 o’clock.
S:All right.See you then. 10!
■Exercise 5:Second Listening
Listen to the dialogue again and answer the following questions.
1.What is Sarah doing these days?
2.What is going on this Sunday morning?
3.What does Sarah think about Gary’s idea of having the lunch at Pizza Hut?
4.What is the party for?
5.How many families will come and join the party?
