MINI DIALOGUES – Bac 2009, Subject II

Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your paper.

1) A: How did the meeting go?B: …………………………

2) A: Why are you yelling?B: …………………………

3) A: Which of these mobile phones do you think is better?B: …………………………

4) A: Dear James, this is Miss Payne, our new nanny.B: How ………? It’s a pleasure to meet you.

5) A: Hello, Mr. Sanders ……………………..… you?B: Yes. I’ve got a bit of trouble with my car.

6) A: I’m afraid I’ve lost my wallet.B: That’s ……….

7) A: Do you think Justine will get the job?B:

8) A: Are you going to get a taxi to the airport?B:

9) A: I went to France for my holidays this year.B:

10) A: ” I’d never dream of becoming a decorator! I can’t imagine doing that for a lifetime.” B:

11) A: ” Is that a history book you’ve got there?” B:

12) A: ” Why are you looking so pleased?” B:

13) A: “Will any of us be invited to the party?” B:

14) A:”What was Brian saying?”B:

15) A: “Why is Tina upset?”B:

16) A: “What a nice dress. When did you buy it?” B:

17) A: “I’ve never been to France. Have you?” B: 18) A: “How long have you lived here?” B: 19) A: “What’s the matter with Ann?” B: 20) A: “How about going to the cinema?”

B: 21) A: ”So, how did your parents react to the news?” B: 22) A: “Steven used to wear a suit and tie more often in the past.” B: 23) A: “Mary doesn’t like Chinese food, does she?” B: 24) A: “Do you like classical music?”25) B: 26) A: “Hello. Could I speak to Robert, please?” B: 27) A: “Did you hear about the demonstration?” B: 28) A: “Does she ever stop talking?”B: 29) A: “Good morning. Sun Hotel.”30) B: 31) A: “It’s great to see you again after all these years!” B: 32) A: “If I tell you something, will you promise not to tell anyone else?” B: 33) A: “This Maths problem is really difficult, isn’t it?” B: 34) A: “Oh dear. We’ve so much reading to do for English!” B:

35) A: “Goodness! Your shoes look awful!” B: 36) A: ………, Timmons?37) B: It’s 25 Palm Street, Miss.38) A: ………39) B: She’s tall and slim with dark blue eyes and pale gold hair.40) A: Good morning. Grand Plaza ………?41) B: I’d like to cancel my reservation, please.

42) A: Should I eat that?43) B: If I…………., I wouldn’t.44) A: ……………………………?45) B: I don’t know; she has left the office twenty minutes ago.46) A: ………………………………?47) B: Actually no. I’m upset about having my luggage stolen.48) A: Would you like to go to a concert?49) B:……………………………………...50) A: Do you like the food?51) B: …………………………………….52) A: I think he should add a second bathroom.53) B: …………………………………………….54) A: What can I do for you?55) B: ………………………………………..56) A: Did you see Jamie last night?57) B: ………………………………………...58) A: What does she look like?59) B: ……………………………………….60) A: How about going to the cinema tonight?61) B: I’d rather…………62) A: What………………………..?63) B: To be honest I’ve been in a bad mood all day.64) A: I want to buy a new car but I haven’t saved enough money. What should I do?65) B: If I……………………………………..66) A: Emma is still looking for a decent flat.67) B: How long…………………………………?68) 2) A: I wonder how Jim is doing.69) B: I haven’t got a clue. It’s been………………………..70) A: I’m freezing!71) B: You ………………………………………..72) A:……………………………………………………..?73) B: A review of the film which was on television last night.74) 2) A: I think you should write a letter to the hotel manager and tell him what happened.75) B: What…………………? I am sure he won’t do anything.76) A: ……………………………………………..?77) B: I’d rather you didn’t. Smoke makes me sick.78) A: ……………………………………………?79) B: Jane’s not here. You can call her later.80) 2) A:I have a terrible headache.81) B: …………………………………………….82) A: …………………………………………………. ?83) B: Oh yes! It was the best book I have ever read.

1)A: …………………………..? B: The one with the red roof.

2)A: ………………………………..?B: Three thousand pounds a month.

3) A: …………………………………?B: To invite me out to dinner.

1) A:…………………………………?B: They are having lunch.

2) A: ………………………………….?B: The red one. I think it suits you very well.

3) A:………………………………?B: A review of the play I saw yesterday.

1) A:…………………………………………?B: No, but I’ll phone the cinema and ask now.

2) A: ……………………………………………?B: No, actually I think it’s quite warm in here.

3) A: ……………………………………………B: I know. That’s why I am wearing sunglasses.

1) A: …………………………………………?B: Oh yes! It was the best party I’ve ever been to.

2) A: ………………………………………………?B: Yes. How can I help you?

3) A: ………………………………………………..?B: Yes please. I’m really thirsty.

1) A: …………………………………………?B: Oh yes! It was the best party I’ve ever been to.

2) A: ………………………………………………?B: Yes. How can I help you?

3) A: ………………………………………………..?B: Yes please. I’m really thirsty.

1) A:…………….. today?B:It’s June 25th.

2) A:… ……………………….?B:It’s our new classmate.

3) A:………..(your cat) ……………?B:It’s white, with very long whiskers.

1) A: …………………………….?B: £ 50

2) A: …………………………… ?B: No, she isn’t. She is reading a book.

3) A: ……………………………..?B: Alice? She is going to the cinema.

1) Teacher : ‘……. the word house?’ Pupil: ‘h – o – u – s - e’

2) A: ...... ?B: It’s 239067.

3) A: … have you known this man?B: I first met him two years ago.

1) A : …………………………. ?B : Oh, that’s too expensive. Can I have a look at the other coat?

2) A: …………………………..?B: No, it was horrible. I didn’t enjoy it at all.

3) A: ……………………………?B: Yes, please. I love doughnuts!

1) A: Good morning. Can I help you?B: Yes, … brown shoes.

2) A: Hello, Mike. ……..?B: Very well, thank you. And you?

3) A: ……..?B: I’m from Romania.

1) A: How ………………………………..?B: I watch TV every evening.

2) A: …………………………………… ?B: No, I didn’t travel by train. I travelled by plane.

3) A: Are …………………………………..?B: No, I’m not. I planted cherry trees last year.

1) A : ………………………home this evening?B : Yes, I will. I will be working on a project.

2) A: ………………………………………….?B: No, I have never spoken to that man.

3) A: ………………………………………….?B: I saw it on TV two days ago.

1) A: …………………………..?B: I don’t know. She must be in the garden.

2) A: …………………………………………..?B: They started school in 2004.

3) A: …………………………………?B: We have been living in this house since 2001.

1) A: ……… to that new Chinese outlet this afternoon?B: That’s a great idea.

2) A: ……… joining a health club?B: It’s a good idea, but I don’t know if I have the time.

3) A: ……… Mr. Stock, please?B: I’m afraid Mr. Stock isn’t in at the moment.

1) A. …………………………….. ?B. No, I couldn’t. This exercise is too difficult for me.

2) A. ............................................ ?B. If I had a younger brother, I would play with him all day long.

3) A. ............................................?B. I last spoke to him a few days ago.

1) I met her for the first time two months ago.I have …

2) Angela said she would never go on such a trip again. “I ...3) They always serve milk for breakfast.

Milk ….4) A banana is sweeter than an apple.

An apple …1) A : …………………………………….. ?

B : I have one sister and two brothers.2) A : ……………………………………. ?

B : She has been studying German since she was in the fifth grade.3) A : …………………………………….. ?

B : I was born on 16th April.1) A:. …………………………………?

B: The museum is only 15 minutes’ walk from school.

2) A: .................................................?B: This car is Martin’s.

3) A: …………………………………..?B: No, I have never visited London before.

1) A: Could you give me a lift home tonight?

B: Yes, …………………………….2) A: ……………………………………

B: No, not 1970. Germany won in ’74.3) A:............................................................

B:That’s OK. I’m beginning to get used to it.1) A: You…………………………………………….

B: I’ve apologized; what else can I do?2) A: Shall………………………………………….?

B: I’d rather stay at home.3) A: ……………………………………………… ?

B: I’m sorry, but I’m using it.1) A: Do you think I………………….?

B: It’s up to you really; it depends how strongly you feel.2) A: Is anything the matter, sir?

B:Well, I…………………………………………………………3) A: ........................................... ....

B: I’m so glad. I helped my mum to make them.1) A: ..................................................................

B: Thanks! I can’t move it; the battery is flat.2) A: You shouldn’t get upset so easily.

B: I can’t …………………………………………3) A: Can I get you anything from the shops?

B: Not really;……………………………………..1) A: Could I have some time off to visit my friend in hospital?

B: Actually, ……………………2) A:........................................................

B: Thank you very much. It’ll be a challenge, anyway.3) A: I’m sorry but……………………………………. B: Could you give me another three days then?1) A:...................................................................?

B: Do I have to? I’ve got to do my homework.2) A: You ………………………….

B: I couldn’t because there was no one to take me.3) A: ................................?

B: The name definitely sounds very familiar. It rings a bell.1) A: Do………………………………….?

B: No, I don’t actually. How do you do, Mr Reynolds?2) A: ....................................................?

B: I don’t really think you should drive, you’re not insured.3) A: ......................................................

B: Well, there’s a café over there. Let’s go and get one.1) A: Here’s…………………………………………….!

B: Oh, thanks. You shouldn’t have, really.2) A: Would…………………………………………….?

B: I’m in two minds about coming or not.3) A: ..........................................................................

B: There’s nothing to worry about. Your English seems very good to me.

1) A : - I’m really worried. I wish that letter would arrive soon.B: – Mm, ………………………………….

2) A: - Which of these two books about garden flowers is better, do you think?B: – I’m afraid…………

3) A: -Can I……………………………………..?B:– Oh, that’s very kind of you. Thank you very much.

1. A ………………………………………….?B Yes. I’ve just seen her in the cafeteria.

2. A …………………………………………?B No, I’d rather go to the theatre.

3. A …………………………………………?B I’m getting used to it.

1. A ……………………………………?B Yes, we’re going on a cruise round the Mediterranean.

2. A ……………………………………?B Greece. Can’t you tell? He’s got a really strong accent.

3. A ……………………………………?B Yes, it is. It really gets me down.

1. A ……………………………………………………?B I design books for architectural companies.

2. A ……………………………………………………..?B Sorry. I’ll see to it at once.

3. A ………………………………………………………?B Brilliant. I had a great time.

1. A: …………………………………………….B: Oh, no. You must be exhausted.

2. A: ……………………………………………?B: Turn left and go up Oxford Street. Then, you’’ll see it on your right.

3. A: ……………………………………………….B: Why didn’t you tell me? I could have cooked something else.

1. A: …………………………………………………?B: Never mind. Better late than never.

2. A: …………………………………………………?B: Sure. The more, the merrier.

3. A: ………………………………………………….B: Yeah, I’m looking forward to it, actually.

1. A: How …………………………………?B: By credit card, please.

2. A: ………………………………………?B: The post office opens at 8am.

3. A:…………………………this shirt, please.B: Would you like an exchange or a refund?

1. A: What …………………………………?B: I’ve got a fever.

2. A: ………………………………………?B: No, I’m not very fond of canoeing. I prefer hiking.

3. A: I can’t sleep.B: If ……………………, I’d go to the doctor.

1. A: May …………………………………?B: Yes. I’d like a steak with French fries.

2. A: What time ………………………?B: If I were you I’d get up at 6 am.

3. A: Hello! …………………… Mr Milton, please?B: Who’s speaking, please ?

1. A: … …………………………………?B: The bank is at the end of this street on your right.

2. A: ……………………… the window? It’s cold in here.B: No, not at all.

3. A: ……………………a film tomorrow night?B: I’d love to.

1. A: … ………………………the rent ?B: It’s 380 dollars a month.

2. A: You look exhausted. ……………………?B: Well, I’ve been working in the garden all morning.

3. A: ………………a microwave oven before?

B: No, I haven’t. Is it difficult?1) A:.……………………………………………………………………………?

B:No ,of course I would not mind helping you.2) A:…………………………………………………………………………….?

B:No,I’m afraid you can’t leave early.3) A:.…………………………………………………………………………….?

B: No, not the park. Let’s go shopping instead.1) A: ……………………………………………….?

B: No, I haven’t. I’ve never been to India.2) A:………………………………………………..?

B: I usually leave home at about 8 o’clock.3) A:………………………………………………..?

B: In that house over there?Jane lives there,I think.

1) A: When……………………………………..?B: Well,I don’t think I have ever met Jamie.

2) A: What………………………………………….?B: Being with my friends makes me happy.

3) A: ……………………………………………………?B: I would like a cup of tea, please.

1) A: What do you……………….a living?B: I………………………………………..

2) A:…………………………………..is this?B: It’s mine.I bought it two days ago.

3) A:…………………………………….the museum?B: Turn right at the roundabout and take the first street on the left.

1) A: Shall we go out for Indian food tonight?B: No, thanks ………Indian food.

2) A: ……… meet?B: How about eight o’clock?

3) A: ………?B: There is a restaurant at the end of this street on your right.

1) A: Hi, Alex! Sorry I’m so …………………….B: What happened? I was worried about you.

2) A: What….. …………………………..last night?B: Well, after ………………… I went to bed.

3) A: Why was she so angry yesterday?B: She………………an argument with her parents.

1) A: Was…………………………………..B: Yes, that’s right. Kate was wearing jeans.

2) A: Please, remember to bring your book tomorrow!B: Don’t worry,……………………………………….

3) A: Has Helen finished yet?B: No,……………………………………….

1) A: Who………………………………..?B: I talked to the manager.

2) A: What does Jane look like?B: She’s………………………………… .

3) A: Where is she going for her holidays this year?B: She……………of going abroad.

1) A:………..the cinema is?B:……..on James Street, ten minutes from the bus stop.

2) A: I like these shoes. How………….?B: They are 5$.

3) A:.………………………………..?B: Anne? I’ve never spoken to her.

1) A: ……………………………………………?B: The weather in Cairo?It is very hot and dry.

2) A: Are you……………….for the summer?

B: I think I’m going to the seaside.3) A: Were…………………………….?

B: No, I wasn’t watching TV.I was sleeping.1) A: ……………………………………… .

B: He left the country five years ago.2) A: …………………………………… .

B: Oh, I’m sorry. I completely forgot about your letter. I will post it on my way home tonight. Ipromise.

3) A: …………………………………… .B: Oh, nothing special, really. This evening I’m just going out for dinner with my parents.

1) A: ………………………….. .B: I came by train.

2) A: …………………………... .B: I think she’s a nurse or something like that.

3) A: …………………………… .B: I haven’t seen “Kill Bill” yet. But I think it’s a bit too violent for me.

1) A: ………………………….. .B: Mary has been here for three months.

2) A: …………………………... .B: You can say that again! I had to wear two pullovers when I went out.

3) A: …………………………… .B: I think the castle was built in 1932.

1) A: ………………………….. .B: Henry was fined $ 10.

2) A: …………………………... .B: Well, actually, my tea is a bit cold.

3) A: …………………………… .B: Oh, I moved ages ago. In fact, I’ve forgotten how long.

1) A: …………………………… .B: My friend went to the cinema.

2) A: ……………………………. .B: Yes, the film is great – if you like Julia Roberts.

3) A: ……………………………. .B: She earns $ 100 a week.

1) A: …………………………… .B: It takes four hours to get there.

2) A: ……………………………. .B: Yes, very much. My boss is really nice and it’s quite well paid, really.

3) A: ……………………………. .B: They went to Bristol.

1) A: …………………………… .B: Her room is twice as big as his.

2) A: ……………………………. .B: Pretty well, I suppose, all things considered. We are still friends.

3) A: ……………………………. .B: You should go and see a doctor.

1) A: …………………………….B: I didn’t think much of it.

2) A: ………………………….…B: Yes, thanks. I’m much better now.

3) A: ……………………………. .B: I don’t really know James Smith. I only know him by sight.

1. A : I never watch the talk-shows on T.V.B : ............................................................

2.A : .............................................................B : Well, how about wandering in the woods then?

3.A : Could you do me a favour and turn off that radio?B : .....................................................................................

1. A : ...........................................B : I never watch soap operas!

2. A : Fasten your seatbelt, please!

B : .............................................3. A : .................................................................

B : Well, he didn’t even bother to answer the lawyer’s questions.1. A: …………………………………………………..

B: No, I’d rather not because he’s getting on my nerves.2. A: So, you’re leaving bag and baggage for America.

B: ……………………………………………………3. A: Could you help me with the new vacuum cleaner? It’s very sophisticated.

B: ……………………………………………………………………………1. A : ...........................................B : Well, a pickpocket must have taken it.2. A : I’ve caught a cold, my nose is running, I’ve got a fever.B : .............................................3. A : People should get rid of old things in order to break free.B : ...........................................................

1) A: ……… the window? It’s cold in here. B: No, not at all.2) A: ……… this weekend? B: I haven’t got any plans.3) A: ……… a digital camera before? B: I haven’t. Is it difficult?