PERSON TO PERSON. Introduction

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1 PERSON TO PERSON Introduction Person to Person provides a wide range of materials and activities for students from low intermediate level upwards. By showing how English is used in different ways in a variety of everyday situations, Person to Person enables students to deal with similar situations more effectively and confidently. Person to Person consists of a one-hour videocassette. The videocassette is in ten units, each lasting approximately six minutes. It is about a day in the life of several people, most of them connected with the Acme Bicycle Company (known as Acme Bikes), a small company producing high-quality bicycles both for the United Kingdom and for export. Some of these people work for Acme Bikes, others are their friends and relatives or visitors to the Company. They are seen at various times of the day in a variety of situations or settings : at work, shopping, at a party, in a restaurant. Most units feature the same settings, but each concentrates on different incidents, relationships and transactions in an entertaining manner. Methodology People use language differently on different occasions to achieve a particular objective, such as making a complaint or getting permission to do something. These differences of language are not just the result of difference in education or personal style. We vary what we say according to circumstances : the kind of people we are with, the way we want them to respond to us, the formality or informality of the surroundings. Contents Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Unit 5 Unit 6 Unit 7 Unit 8 Unit 9 Unit 10 Greetings and Introductions Asking for Information Advice and Suggestions Offers and Invitations Requests and Instructions Complaints and Apologies Agreeing and Disagreeing Asking for Permission Intentions and Promises Wishes and Regrets

2 1. GREETINGS AND INTRODUCTIONS 1. AT THE AIRPORT (Henk is in the arrivals hall. Stephen and Christine approach him.) Stephen : Excuse me. Are you Mr Jansen? Henk : Yes. I'm Henk Jansen. Stephen : How do you do, Henk? I'm Stephen Brookes from Acme Bikes. Henk : How do you do, Mr Brookes? Stephen : Did you have a good journey? Henk : Yes. It was fine, thanks. Stephen : (picking up Henk's suitcase) Oh, I'll take this. Henk : That's very kind of you. Stephen : Not at all. Let me introduce you to my wife. (to Christine) Christine, this is Henk Jansen. Christine : Hello, Henk. Nice to meet you. Henk : How do you do, Mrs Brookes? Christine : Oh, do call me Christine. Henk : Thanks, Christine. (to Stephen) And may I call you Stephen? Stephen : Please do. My car's just outside. I'll take you to the office. (They all move off towards Stephen's car) Christine : Oh, by the way, we're having a little party tonight, Henk. I do hope you can come. Henk : That's very nice. Christine : Good! 2

3 2. ON THE PHONE (Mary is at her desk. Jim is telephoning her from a call box.) Mary : (answering the phone) Extension seven five three. Hello. Jim : Hello. Is that Mary? Mary : Yes. This is Mary Saunders. Jim : Hello, Mary. It's Jim here. Mary : Oh, Jim! Hello. Jim : I'm calling from a call box. Mary : Listen, I'm a bit busy at the moment. Could you call back later? Say, in half an hour? Jim : Of course. Bye, Mary. Mary : Thanks for calling, Jim. Bye. 3. OUTSIDE ACME BIKES (Stephen drives into the car park. He and Henk get out of the car.) Stephen : Well, here we are, then. Henk : Thank you. Stephen : (opening the door for Christine) Darling. Christine : Thank you (getting out of the car). Well, I'm off to do some shopping. But I'll see you again tonight, Henk. Henk : Yes. I'm looking forward to the party. Goodbye. Christine : Bye! (to Stephen) See you after work, Darling. Stephen : Yes. Bye, darling. (to Henk) This way. 3

4 4. IN FG'S OFFICE (FG is with Jane. There is a knock on the door.) FG : Come in. (Carol shows Henk into the office. Stephen follows). Carol : Mr Henk Jansen to see you, Mr Green. FG : Thank you, Carol. (to Henk) How do you do, Mr Jansen? Henk : How do you do, Mr Green? FG : Welcome to Acme Bikes. Henk : Thank you. It's a pleasure to be here. FG : I hope you enjoy your stay with us. (to Stephen) How are things with you, Stephen? Stephen : Oh, not too bad, thanks FG. FG : Good! (to Henk) Allow me to introduce one of our consultants, Jane Selby from New York. Henk : Pleased to meet you, Miss Selby. Jane : The pleasure is all mine. And please call me Jane. Henk : Thanks. FG : Well, if we're ready, I think we can make a start, (inviting them to sit down) Jane, would you like to sit here? Mr Jansen? Stephen. (as they sit down) Good! 4

5 5. IN THE RECEPTION AREA (Betty is at her desk, talking on the phone.) Betty : (on the phone) Thank you very much. Goodbye. (answering another call) Acme Bikes. Good afternoon... Extension two five seven? Just a moment. I'm putting you through now. (Frank comes into the reception area, carrying a large picture wrapped in paper). Frank : Afternoon. Betty : Good afternoon. Frank : I've brought this picture. It's for Acma Bikes Limited. Betty : I'll ask someone about it. Frank : Oh, thanks very much. Very kind of you. (A girl carrying files passes through the reception area. Frank is in her way) Frank : Oh. Sorry! Betty : Oh, excuse me. I don't know your name. Frank : Frank. Frank Murphy. Betty : Just a moment, please, Frank - er - Mr Murphy. Carol : Hi, Betty. Betty : Hello, Carol. Carol : (as she moves past Frank) Oh, sorry. (to Betty) Are you going to the Brookes' party tonight? Betty : Yes. Are you? Carol : Mm. See you there then. 5

6 6. AT THE PARTY (Christine is welcoming Peter to the party.) Christine : Now, let me introduce you to some of our guests. Let's see. (as Carol approaches) I'd like you to meet Carol Simpson, this is Peter Carter. I don't think you've met each other. Carol : Hello. Peter : Hello, Carol. Christine : Let me take your coat, Peter. Peter : That's very kind of you. Christine : (taking his coat) If you'll excuse me, I'll leave you two together (to Carol) See you in a moment, dear. Carol : Right. (to Peter) I'm sorry. I didn't catch your name. Peter : Peter. Peter Carter. (Jane approaches Christine.) Jane : Christine, thanks very much for a wonderful party. Christine : Oh, Jane! Do you have to go now? The party's just beginning. Jane : Oh, I'm sorry. I've got to meet someone at the airport. (Stephen joins them) Stephen : Are you leaving, Jane? Jane : I'm afraid so. Stephen : See you in the office tomorrow then. Jane : Bye, Stephen. Christine : Good night, Jane. Jane : See you, Christine. Take care. 6

7 TRANSLATE 1. Avez-vous fait bon voyage? 2. C'est très gentil de votre part. 3. Permettez-moi de vous présenter mon mari. 4. Nous organisons une petite fête ce soir. J'espère que vous pourrez venir. 5. Je suis occupé pour le moment. Pourriez-vous rappeler plus tard? 6. Merci d'avoir appelé. 7. J'attends la fête avec impatience. 8. On frappe à la porte. 9. C'est un plaisir d'être ici. 10. J'espère que vous apprécierez votre séjour chez nous. 7

8 11. Permettez-moi de vous présenter un de nos consultants. 12. Tout le plaisir est pour moi. 13. Si vous êtes prêts, je pense que nous pouvons commencer. 14. Un instant, je vous le passe. 15. J'aimerais vous présenter Carol Simpson. 16. Je ne pense pas que nous nous soyons rencontrés. 17. Je suis désolé, je n'ai pas compris votre nom. 18. Je dois partir maintenant. 19. Elle doit rencontrer quelqu'un à l'aéroport. 20. On se voit demain au bureau. 8

9 Did you + infinitif? Did you have a good journey? 1. Avez-vous enregistré son discours? 2. A-t-il terminé son rapport? 3. L'a-t-elle rappelé? 4. Ont-ils faxé leur réponse? 5. As-tu trouvé leur usine facilement? 6. Ont-ils lu notre proposition? 7. Avez-vous retrouvé votre GSM? 8. A-t-elle rencontré votre délégué? 9. Avez-vous mentionné le problème? 10. As-tu abordé le sujet? 9

10 Let me + infinitif Let me introduce you to my wife. 1. Laissez-moi vous aider. 2. Laissez-moi lui parler. 3. Laisse-le partir. 4. Laissez-la réaliser son rêve. 5. Laissez-nous parler. 6. Laissez-les organiser la réunion. 7. Laissez-nous suivre notre idée. 8. Laissez-moi défendre ce projet. 9. Laissez-le vous conduire. 10. Laissez-moi vous accompagner jusqu'à la gare. 10

11 May I + infinitif? May I call you Stephen? 1. Puis-je enregistrer votre discours? 2. Peut-elle lui parler tout de suite? 3. Puis-je aller à Londres demain? 4. Pouvons-nous lire votre rapport. 5. Puis-je les appeler demain? 6. Peuvent-ils nous envoyer une copie du dossier? 7. Puis-je vous rencontrer la semaine prochaine? 8. Peux-tu vraiment me donner son numéro de téléphone? 9. Puis-je avoir votre rapport aussi vite que possible? 10. Peux-tu quitter l'école à midi? 11

12 Allow me to + infinitif. Allow me to introduce one of our consultants. 1. Permettez-moi de vous parler franchement. 2. Permettez-moi de lui parler tout de suite. 3. Permettez-moi de l'accompagner à Paris. 4. Permettez-moi de lire leur rapport. 5. Permettez-moi de les appeler. 6. Permettez-moi de vous rendre visite après-demain. 7. Permettez-moi de venir immédiatement. 8. Permettez-moi de le convaincre avant la prochaine réunion. 9. Permettez-moi de vous expliquer notre point de vue. 10. Permettez-moi de la voir immédiatement. 12

13 I don't + infinitif. I don't know your name. 1. Je ne sais pas où ils habitent. 2. Tu ne sais pas ce qu'il fait. 3. Il ne sait pas comment réagir. 4. Elle ne sait pas où a lieu la réunion. 5. Nous ne savons pas s'il acceptera. 6. Vous ne savez même pas quand la réunion commence. 7. Ils ne savent pas comment le convaincre. 8. Je ne connais pas les dernières nouvelles. 9. Tu ne sais pas comment il t'accueillera. 10. Il ne sait pas où trouver l'information. 13

14 I've got to + infinitif. I've got to meet someone at the airport. 1. Je dois lui parler le plus vite possible. 2. Tu dois le rappeler ce matin. 3. Il doit être prêt pour la rencontre de jeudi. 4. Elle doit introduire sa candidature avant la fin du mois prochain. 5. Nous devons être présents. 6. Vous devez voir ce film. 7. Ils doivent lire ce roman. 8. Tu dois le convaincre avant qu'il ne parte. 9. Nous devons avoir de leurs nouvelles aussi vite que possible. 10. Je dois le voir avant son départ pour Londres. 14

15 2. ASKING FOR INFORMATION 1. IN THE DEPARTMENT STORE (Dress Department) (Christine is in a large department store. As she walks through the dress department, she sees an assistant.) Christine : Excuse me. Where's the florist's? Assistant : What was that? (turning round) Oh! Sorry, madam. Can I help you? Christine : I was looking for the florist's. Assistant : Let me think. You want the flower department. Christine : Yes. Can you tell me how to find it? Assistant : Sorry, madam. I'm new here. Um. (pointing) In the basement, on the right. Christine : Thank you. 2. ON THE PHONE (Jim is calling Mary again.) Mary : Extension seven five three. Mary Saunders. Jim : Hello, Mary. Jim here. Mary : Oh, Jim. Look, I am rather busy at the moment. Jim : I wanted to ask what you were doing this evening. Mary : I don't know. Washing my hair, watching television. Jim : I could come round and watch with you. Mary : Look, I told you. I'm busy. Jim : Sorry. I was only asking. (Mary puts the phone down.) Jim : Mary? Mary? 15

16 3. IN THE RECEPTION AREA (Betty is talking on the phone.) Betty : (on the phone) If you give me your number, I'll get someone to call you back... five six eight one. Thank you. Goodbye. (She turns to Carol, who is looking for something.) Betty : What are you looking for, Carol? Carol : The railway timetable. FG's going to Manchester tomorrow. Now, where is that timetable? Betty : Why doesn't he fly? (She finds the timetable and hands it to Carol.) Carol : Thanks. (looking at the timetable) Now, which station do trains to Manchester go from? (Frank coughs to attract attention.) Betty : Yes? Frank : Excuse me, but where's this picture supposed to go? Betty : Sorry. I don't know. (to Carol) Carol, do you know where that picture is supposed to go? Carol : No, I don't. I'll ask FG or Stephen Brookes. (looking at the railway timetable) Manchester. 16

17 4. IN FG'S OFFICE (FG is at his desk, talking on the phone.) FG : (on the phone) Well, I would like to know about the price of the components.... I'd be very grateful if you could possibly let me have some more details. (Stephen, Jane and Henk are at a table in another part of the office.) Stephen : We'll just have to wait for FG to finish. Jane : Where are you staying Henk? Henk : At the Park Hotel. Do you know what it's like? Jane : I'm afraid I don't. I'm a stranger here myself. Stephen, what's the Park Hotel like? Stephen : It's fairly expensive, but it's good. We usually put our visitors up there. Henk : Mm. How do I get there from Acme Bikes? Stephen : Well, normally the best way is by bus. Henk : I see. How long does it take? Stephen : About fifteen minutes - maybe more in the rush hour. Jane : Well, you could rent a car. Henk : How much does it cost to hire - er - rent one? Jane : That depends on the car. Stephen : Don't worry, Henk. The company's hiring one for you. I've got the forms here for you to sign. Henk : Ah! (looking at the forms) Fine. Oh, by the way, do you know any good restaurants near the hotel? Stephen : Mm! There's the one FG always goes to. What's it called? The -er - (FG gets up to join them.) FG : "The Peacock". An excellent restaurant. It's almost next to your hotel. Henk : Thank you. (Carol comes into the office.) FG : Oh, Carol! What time does my train leave for Manchester? Carol : Seven forty-five. 17

18 5. AT THE PARTY (Betty approaches Henk.) Betty : You must be Henk. Henk : That's right. Henk Jansen. Betty : I'm Betty. Henk : Oh, yes. You're the receptionist, aren't you? Betty : Yes. You're Dutch, aren't you? Henk : Yes. Betty : What part of Holland do you come from? Or is it the Netherlands? Henk : It doesn't matter. I usually say Holland. I'm from Amsterdam. Just outside, actually. Betty : Oh, really! How long are you staying here in England? Henk : Well, I expect to be working with Acme Bikes for several months. Tell me, is it all right to come to a party like this with a tie on? Betty : Yes. But - well, you could take it off, I suppose. Henk : Oh, well - (Carol is talking to Peter.) Carol : What's in this drink? Peter : I'm not sure. It's certainly got a lot of fruit in it. Carol : I'll ask Christine. (calling to her) Christine! Christine : (joining them) Mm? Carol : This drink's lovely. What's in it? Christine : Oh, I really don't know. Stephen made it. And I expect he's forgotten what he put in. I wonder where he is. 18

19 TRANSLATE 1. Je cherche le rayon habillement. 2. Laissez-moi réfléchir. 3. Si vous me donnez votre numéro, je demanderais à ce qu'on vous rappelle. 4. Je cherche l'horaire des chemins de fer. 5. J'aimerais connaître le prix du tableau. 6. A quelle heure part mon train pour Bruxelles? 7. Cela n'a pas d'importance. 8. A quoi ressemble l'hôtel du Parc? 9. Tant que j'y pense, connaissez-vous un bon restaurant près de l'hôtel? 10. Le fleuriste se trouve au rez-de-chaussée. 19

20 Can I + infinitif? Can I help you? 1. Peux-tu enregistrer ce discours? 2. Peut-il te remplacer demain? 3. Peut-elle venir après demain? 4. Pouvez-vous rédiger le P.V. de la réunion? 5. Pouvons-nous aborder le sujet demain? 6. Peuvent-ils partir immédiatement? 7. Peux-tu l'appeler demain après les heures de bureau? 8. Pouvez-vous me prêter votre dictionnaire? 9. Peuvent-ils payer cette somme avant la fin du mois? 10. Peux-tu me conduire au centre ville? 20

21 Why doesn't he + infinitif? Why doesn't he fly? 1. Pourquoi ne m'appelle-t-elle pas? 2. Pourquoi ne réponds-tu pas? 3. Pourquoi ne vient-il pas? 4. Pourquoi ne voulez-vous pas sortir? 5. Pourquoi ne partons-nous pas demain? 6. Pourquoi ne prend-il pas l'avion? 7. Pourquoi ne vend-elle pas son appartement? 8. Pourquoi n'achètes-tu pas une nouvelle imprimante? 9. Pourquoi ne veut-il pas travailler à l'étranger? 10. Pourquoi ne parle-t-il pas anglais? 21

22 I would like to + infinitif I would like to know about the price of the components. 1. J'aimerais vous rencontrer avant mon départ. 2. Il aimerait lire votre rapport avant la prochaine réunion. 3. Elle aimerait être présente lors de votre arrivée. 4. Nous aimerions vous convaincre de l'importance de ce projet. 5. Ils aimeraient discuter de l'ordre du jour avec vous. 6. J'aimerais rencontrer les syndicats dès que possible. 7. Elle aimerait vous inviter dimanche prochain. 8. Nous aimerions souligner la croissance importante de notre chiffre d'affaire. 9. Elles aimeraient organiser le concert de l'année prochaine à la fin juin. 10. Il aimerait vous accompagner à l'étranger. 22

23 3. ADVICE AND SUGGESTIONS 1. OUTSIDE ACME BIKES (Jane and Carol meet outside the Acme Bikes offices.) Jane : Going downtown for lunch? Carol : Yes, I am. I'm just waiting for Betty. Jane : Why don't we all go together? Carol : Yes, that's a good idea. Jane : Then you can give me some advice. I need to buy some gifts for friends back home in the States. What do you think I should get? Carol : Why not buy some tea? Jane : Yes, that's an idea. Carol : Or maybe some English marmalade. Jane : Of course. Why didn't I think of that? 2. IN THE DEPARTMENT STORE (Flower Department) (Christine approaches an assistant.) Christine : I'm having a party tonight and I need some flowers. What do you recommend? Assistant : I'd recommend some carnations, and perhaps some lilies. Christine : Oh, lilies! How super! I hadn't thought of those. 23

24 3. ON THE PHONE (Jim is calling Mary again.) Mary : Extension seven five three. Jim : Hi, Mary! It's Jim here. Mary : Oh, it's you again. Jim : Yes. What shall we do this evening? Mary : What do you suggest? Jim : I don't know. You decide. Mary : What about a game of tennis? Jim : No. Not today. How about going to the cinema instead? Mary : Oh, good idea! We could meet at the box office. At quarter past seven? Jim : OK. Let's do that. 4. IN THE RECEPTION AREA (Frank is sitting with the picture. He attracts Betty's attention.) Frank : Excuse me. Betty : Yes? Frank : What would you like me to do with this picture? Shall I just leave it here? Betty : No. You can't leave it there. Frank : Well, where shall I put it, then? Betty : I'm not sure. I really don't know what to suggest. Frank : (standing up) Well, why don't we put it on that wall there, above your desk? It'd look nice up there. Betty : It's worth trying, perhaps. But - Frank : All right. Don't worry. I've got another idea. Why don't we put it on that wall there? Betty : I think we should wait and ask Mr Brookes. He'll know what to do with it. Frank : All right, then. (sitting down again) Let's wait. 24

25 5. IN FG'S OFFICE. (FG is at his desk, talking on the phone.) FG : (on the phone) I advise you to consider our offer very carefully, Mr Thomas. If I were you I'd... (Stephen, Jane and Henk are waiting for FG to finish his call.) Stephen : We could always change the design. Jane : Well, you can't just change the whole design. It wouldn't work. Henk : Have you thought of modifying the seat? Jane : No. I never thought of that. It's worth trying. Thanks. (FG joins them.) FG : Now, let's get down to business, shall we? Stephen : Of course, FG. But why don't we postpone our meeting for an hour? FG : Oh? Stephen : Then you could discuss the schedule for the new bike with Jane, while Henk and I - FG : Right! Might I suggest we meet again in an hour's time? Shall we say, four o'clock? Stephen : Good idea, FG. That'll give me a chance to sort out a few things with Henk. FG : Four o'clock, then. (as they leave the office) Now, Jane. I need your advice. Now, what is the best way to modify this in the shortest possible time? 25

26 6. IN THE RECEPTION AREA (Frank is taking the paper wrapping off the picture. Stephen and Henk come in from FG's office.) Stephen : You'd better get that - er - picture out of the way. You might hurt someone. Frank : Oh! Very sorry, sir. Betty : We want your advice, Mr Brookes.Where should we put it Stephen : Try putting it in FG's - Mr Green's office. No, on second thoughts, I think you should hang it on the wall next to the entrance. Let's get out of here, Henk. It's dangerous. Henk : Yes. I think we'd better. (They leave. Carol comes in.) Carol : What time are you going to the party tonight, Betty? Betty : Oh, about eight. Shall we go together? Carol : Mm. Let's. 7. AT THE PARTY Henk : Warm, isn't it? Christine : Yes. Let's have a rest, shall we? Henk :Good idea! Christine : You should take it easy after your journey. Henk : Mm. you're right. I'll be going back to my hotel soon. What's the best way of getting there? Christine : At this time of the night? I'd get a taxi if I were you. (Peter and Carol are talking in another part of the room.) Peter : Are you enjoying yourself? Carol : Of course. I'm getting quite hungry, though. Peter : Let's go and eat, then. But we'd better go soon. It's getting quite late. Carol : Where shall we go? Peter : I don't know. I'd like somewhere quiet. Do you know any decent restaurants round here? Carol : I've heard the Peacock's quite good, and it isn't too noisy. Shall we try it? 26

27 8. IN THE RESTAURANT. (Peter and Carol are looking at the menu, while the waiter attends to customers at another table.) Waiter : (to customers) Are you ready to order now, sir? Peter : (to Carol) What shall we have, then? Carol :I'm not sure, Peter. I haven't been here before. What do you suggest? Peter : Well, there's a lot of fish on the menu. How about mullet? you could always have sole. That's one of the specials for today? Or Carol : Perhaps we should ask the waiter to recommend something. Peter : Okay. Carol : Do you think we should have a starter? Peter : Why not? (looking at the menu) What about avocado vinaigrette? Oh, wait a minute! Have you ever tried taramasalata? Carol : No. Peter : It's Greek. Carol : It sounds interesting. I'll give it a try. (FG comes in with his wife. He notices Carol and Peter.) FG : (to Carol) Take my advice. Try the potted shrimps. Carol : (surprised) Oh, Mr Green! FG : Nice to see you here, Carol. Oh, by the way, if I were you, I would avoid the taramasalata. 27

28 TRANSLATE 1. Je vais manger en ville. 2. J'ai besoin d'acheter des cadeaux. 3. Que recommandez-vous? 4. Que dirais-tu d'une partie de tennis? 5. Où voudriez-vous que j'accroche ce tableau? 6. Je ne sais pas quoi suggérer. 7. Ca vaut la peine d'essayer. 8. Ne vous en faites pas, j'ai une autre idée. 9. Si tu changes le dessin, ça ne marchera pas. 10. J'ai besoin de vos conseils. 28

29 11. Etes-vous prêt à commander? 12. Je ne suis jamais venu ici auparavant. 13. Quel est le plat du jour? 14. Souhaitez-vous prendre une entrée? 15. Que diriez-vous d une terrine de crevettes? 16. Avez-vous déjà goûté ce plat? 17. Suivez mon conseil, prenez du tarama. 18. Cela m a l air intéressant. 19. Je vais tenter ma chance. 20. Si j étais vous, j éviterais le pudding. 29

30 I need to + infinitif I need to buy some gifts for friends back home in the States. 1. J'ai besoin d'acheter des cadeaux. 2. Elle a besoin de lui parler tout de suite. 3. Il a besoin d'aller à Londres demain. 4. Nous avons besoin de lire ce rapport. 5. As-tu vraiment besoin de les appeler? 6. Ont-ils besoin de nous rencontrer ce matin? 7. J'ai besoin de venir demain. 8. Il a besoin de le convaincre avant la prochaine réunion. 9. Nous avons besoin d'avoir de leurs nouvelles aussi vite que possible. 10. J'ai besoin de le voir immédiatement. 30

31 Why not + infinitif? Why not buy some English marmalade? 1.Pourquoi ne pas acheter du thé? 2. Pourquoi ne pas les appeler immédiatement? 3. Pourquoi ne pas envoyer ton rapport à Paris? 4. Pourquoi ne pas acheter les bâtiments? 5. Pourquoi ne pas conclure tout de suite? 6. Pourquoi ne pas accepter leur offre? 7. Pourquoi ne pas signer ce contrat? 8. Pourquoi ne pas vendre ta voiture? 9. Pourquoi ne pas partir la semaine prochaine? 10. Pourquoi ne pas attendre un moment? 31

32 How about + ing? How about going to the cinema? 1. Que dirais-tu d'aller au théâtre? 2. Que diriez-vous d'aller à Bruxelles? 3. Que dirais-tu de lire ce livre? 4. Que diriez-vous d'engager de nouveaux collaborateurs? 5. Que dirais-tu de jouer au tennis? 6. Que diriez-vous d'investir dans ce projet? 7. Que dirais-tu de te reposer un peu? 8. Que diriez-vous d'améliorer l'image de la société? 9. Que dirais-tu de prendre un verre? 10. Que diriez-vous de le rencontrer immédiatement? 32

33 What about + nom? What about a game of tennis? 1. Que dirais-tu d'une partie de poker? 2. Que diriez-vous de mardi? 3. Que dirais-tu d'un livre? 4. Que diriez-vous d'un séjour à l'étranger? 5. Que dirais-tu de jouer au tennis? 6. Que diriez-vous d'un nouveau concept? 7. Que dirais-tu d'une nouvelle voiture? 8. Que diriez-vous d'un nouveau logo? 9. Que dirais-tu d'un verre de porto? 10. Que diriez-vous d'un petit déjeuner anglais? 33

34 Mot interrogatif + would you like + pronom objet + to + infinitif? What would you like me to do with this picture? 1. Que voudriez-vous que je fasse avec ce cadeau? 2. Que voudriez-vous qu'il réponde? 3. Que voudriez-vous que nous achetions pour son anniversaire? 4. Que voudriez-vous qu'ils lui racontent? 5. Où voudriez-vous que j'organise cette réunion? 6. Où voudrais-tu que nous passions nos vacances? 7. Comment voudrais-tu que je m'habille? 8. Pourquoi voudriez-vous que je vous accompagne? 9. Quand voudrais-tu que j'arrive? 10. Pourquoi voudrais-tu que je rédige ce rapport? 34

35 It's worth + ing It's worth trying. 1. Cela vaut la peine d'être enregistré. 2. Cela vaut la peine d'être lu. 3. Cela vaut la peine d'écouter. 4. Cela vaut la peine de répondre. 5. Cela vaut la peine d'y réfléchir 6. Cela vaut la peine d'y investir. 7. Cela vaut la peine d'acheter. 8. Cela vaut la peine d'y aller. 9. Cela vaut la peine de vendre. 10. Cela vaut la peine de payer. 35

36 Have you thought of + ing? Have you thought of modifying the seat? 1. Avez-vous pensé à l'inviter? 2. Avez-vous pensé à modifier le contenu de votre rapport? 3. Avez-vous pensé à acheter des fleurs? 4. Avez-vous pensé à l'appeler? 5. As-tu pensé à enregistrer les nouvelles? 6. Avez-vous pensé à éteindre l'ordinateur? 7. As-tu pensé à réserver une table pour ce soir? 8. Avez-vous pensé à reporter votre rendez-vous? 9. As-tu pensé à lui écrire? 10. Avez-vous pensé à retirer de l'argent? 36

37 You'd better + infinitif You'd better get that picture out of the way. 1.Vous feriez mieux de dégager ce tableau. 2. Nous ferions mieux de partir tout de suite. 3. Je ferais mieux de lire son rapport. 4. Tu ferais mieux de l'appeler immédiatement. 5. Il ferait mieux de travailler un peu plus. 6. Elle ferait mieux de l'acheter demain. 7. Nous ferions mieux de nous en tenir à notre accord. 8. Vous feriez mieux de m'écouter. 9. Ils feraient mieux de vivre à l'étranger. 10. Vous feriez mieux de boucler ce dossier aujourd'hui. 37

38 If I were you, I would + infinitif If I were you, I would avoid the potted shrimps. 1. Si j'étais toi, j'éviterais l'espagne. 2. Si j'étais vous, je lui parlerais. 3. Si j'étais toi, je l'appellerais demain. 4. Si j'étais vous, j'y investirais sans hésitation. 5. Si j'étais toi, je partirais tout de suite. 6. Si j'étais vous, je changerais le logo de la société. 7. Si j'étais toi, je lui achèterais des fleurs. 8. Si j'étais lui, je vous tiendrais au courant. 9. Si j'étais elle, je vendrais l'appartement. 10. Si j'étais vous, je modifierais l'ordre du jour. 38

39 4. OFFERS AND INVITATIONS 1. OUTSIDE ACME BIKES (Jane and Carol are in the car park.) Jane : Here's my car. Let me give you a ride. Carol : Thanks. That's very kind of you. Betty and I were thinking of going by bus. Jane : No, please. You must let me give you a ride. Carol : I'll go and find Betty then, shall I? Jane : Right. 2. IN THE DEPARTMENT STORE (Flower Department, Christine is buying flowers.) Assistant : Would you like anything else? Christine : No, thanks. That'll be all. Assistant : Would you like us to deliver this afternoon? Christine : Oh yes, please. That would be lovely. Assistant : Well, could I just have your name and address? Christine : Right. It's Brookes. 24 South Lea Road. 3. ON THE PHONE Mary : Hello. Mary Saunders. Jim : Mary! How would you like to meet before we go to the cinema this evening? Mary : That'd be lovely, Jim. Jim : Shall I pick you up at the office after work? Mary : Thanks. But I'll have to go home and wash my hair first. Jim : Would you like me to come round to your place? Mary : No. Don't put yourself out. I'll come round to you at about seven. Jim : Fine. I'll see you at seven, then. 'Bye. 39

40 4. IN FG'S OFFICE (FG is signing some letters. Carol is with him. There is a knock at the door.) FG : Come in. (as Jane comes in) Oh, Jane! Do sit down. I'll be with you in a moment. (to Carol) Fine, that's the lot, Carol, thank you. (to Jane) Would you like some tea or coffee? Jane : Tea, please. FG : Some tea for Miss Selby, please, Carol. Carol : And what will you have, Mr Green? FG : The usual. Black coffee, please. Carol : Yes, Mr Green. Will there be anything else? FG : No, thank you, Carol. (to Jane as Carol leaves) Now, Jane, before we get back to the schedule for our new bike, I want to have a word with you about something else. Jane : Yes? FG : We've been very happy with your work for us as a consultant, Jane. Would you be interested in a permanent job with Acme Bikes? Jane : Oh, well, that depends. What sort of job did you have in mind? FG : I'd like to offer you the new post of Development Manager. Jane : That's very tempting, FG. But I'd like some more details. FG : Of course. Of course, we'll have to go into everything in detail. Naturally, I'll be making you a formal offer in writing. But quite apart from that, I do think we should get to know each other a bit better. Would you like to have lunch on Saturday? Jane : Oh, I'd love to. But I'm sorry, I can't. I've got another arrangement for Saturday. I might be able to cancel it. Could I let you know later? FG : Certainly. 40

41 5. IN THE RECEPTION AREA (Betty answers the telephone.) Betty : Good afternoon. Acme Bikes. Can I help you?... I'll put you through straight away. (Carol comes in.) Carol : Would you like tea or coffee, Betty? Betty : Oh, I'll have tea, please. Carol : What about you, Mr - er -? Frank : Murphy. Frank Murphy. Carol : Ah yes. Can I get you some tea, Frank? Frank : Oh, that's very kind of you. Thank you very much. No sugar. Carol : Milk? Frank : Er, yes, please. (Frank is trying to hang the picture on the wall.) Carol : (to Frank) Do you want any help.that picture looks very heavy. I'll get someone to help you with it. Frank : That's very kind of you to offer. But no, I'll be perfectly all right, thank you. Carol : Let me get you a ladder. Frank : No, really. I'll manage, thanks. Carol : All right, if you say so. (leaving) I'll go and get tea and coffee for everyone. 41