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2.1. Here are the beginnings of some sentences. Think of suitable endings using the present continuous.
1. Don’t disturb me; I’m …
2. Don’t listen to him; he’s …
3. Quick! Pass the spanner; I’m …
4. I can’t see you right now; I’m …
5. Drink your tea; it’s …
6. Leave the radio on; I’m …
7. Look at that guy; he’s …
8. Listen carefully; they’re …
9. Turn down the music; I’m …
10.Call me later, please; I’m …
Think of three similar sentences that would be about something useful to you.
2.2. Imagine it’s 8.00 p.m. and everyone is at home. Decide who they are, where they are and what they are doing, e.g. Lynne is listening to very loud music in her bedroom. Paul, her dad, is in the hall shouting, ‘Turn it down.’
Think about your family and friends. What do you think they are doing right now?
2.3. Imagine you are on holiday in an idyllic location. You are sitting in a café and there’s a lot going on, both inside and outside. Write a postcard to someone back home telling them what’s happening around you. Include descriptions of the weather, the people you can see, the city/town, the food and drink, the hotel, and your arrangements for the next day.
2.4. Imagine you find your diary from a few years ago. As you leaf through it, you find different entries beginning with the following sentences. Continue each entry, e.g.
Life is boring … – I’m studying every evening for my exam. Meanwhile all my mates are going out and enjoying themselves. Dominic’s not talking to me any more either. I’m not having any fun at all.
| Spring is here … | I need a holiday … |
| My new job is exciting … | We don’t get on any more … |
| We’re having a lovely time … | Fiona sent us a letter … |
2.5. Speak out on what is happening in your life these days outside the classroom. Include information about the following.
| family | accommodation | work | hobbies |
| studies | eating habits | routines | entertainment |
2.6. In two groups, discuss what’s happening in the world these days. Include information about the following.
| IT | the environment | life expectancy |
| sport | the (global) economy | culture / fashion |
| living standards | job market | healthcare |
Agree a list of the ten most important things.
2.7. Future arrangements
Fill in any three spaces in this weekend planner, leaving the others blank. Think of some usual things to do (skydiving, bungee jumping, watching wildlife, etc.)
| Saturday | Sunday | |
| Morning | ||
| Afternoon | ||
| Evening |
Make arrangements with a partner for the remaining times in you diary, e.g.
A: Are you doing anything on Saturday afternoon?
B: Yes. I’m having dinner with my agent.
A: Oh. What about Sunday evening?
B: Uhm … No. I’m free then.
A: Would you like to come to the cinema?
B: OK. What do you want to see?
A: I’ve heard about this great film …
2.8. Annoying habits
In pairs, think of someone you know with annoying habits. Tell your partner about him/her. Give each other some advice about how to deal with this person, e.g.
A: I hate him! He’s always teasing me!
B: You should just ignore him.
2.9. In the box below there are some adjectives that describe a person. Write a sentence with each of the adjectives about a person’s bad habits, e.g. anti-social – He’s always playing loud music until the early hours of the morning.
| argumentative | boring | bossy | careless |
| conceited | dirty | forgetful | greedy |
| grumpy | lazy | mean | moody |
| paranoid | selfish | unreliable | untidy |
| weird | single-minded | talkative | fussy |
Read out your sentence and see if anyone can guess the adjective.
2.10. Project
Go to a place in your city/town where there are usually a lot of things happening. Write a description of everything you can see and hear. In class, read out your description. Can anyone guess where it is?
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