1A
Vocabulary
Eating out
1A Tick the statements that are true for you. Then compare your answers with a partner.
Click ✓ Me if the statement is true for you. Use these to start a conversation with your partner.
1
I think a green juice is a great way to start the day — delicious!
2
I prefer set menus, otherwise you have to wait for ages while I decide what to have.
3
Places to eat around here provide options for people who are allergic to certain foods.
4
I can cook a decent vegetarian meal.
5
I think cafés around here have put up their prices recently.
6
I don't like going to places that are too packed.
7
If I'm going out to a restaurant, I always like to book in advance.
8
I love spicy food — the hotter the better!
9
Having top quality food is more important than having plenty of choice.
10
I know a place that has good service and is good value for money.
11
When it's cold, I'd rather sit on a terrace with outdoor heaters than inside a restaurant.
12
If a restaurant got my order wrong, I'd definitely say something.
1B
Vocabulary
Where I live
1B Accommodation reviews — Complete the texts with the missing words.
Read the accommodation reviews and fill in the gaps using the words and phrases from the box.
Words
landlords
storage
could do with
repair
basement
surrounded by
freezing
knocked down
put up the rent
good condition
lively neighbourhood
rough
moved out
landlord
keep clean and tidy
Taffy's Place
'Great location in the centre of town. The were helpful and friendly.'
'Tiny rooms with no and the showers a clean! They really need someone to the dishwasher.'
'Make sure you check out the games room in the — there's table tennis and free coffee all day!'
The Retreat
'This lovely big house is forest, which is very peaceful and relaxing. However, it's much further away from the town centre than anywhere else.'
'We were ! Bring your warmest pyjamas!'
'The older cottage was a few years ago and it's been replaced by a gorgeous house. The landlords have recently, but it's worth paying a bit extra for.'
Gold Star Apartments
'The bedrooms were a decent size with plenty of storage. It's in very . They've put in new kitchens recently.'
'It's a with cafés nearby and a market across the road, although it feels a bit at night.'
'The previous people had left a mess when they . The was a bit slow to sort it out. Once that was done, it was easy to .'
1C
Vocabulary
Going out, staying in
1C Roleplay — Going out, staying in
Work in pairs. Read your situation card and roleplay the conversation with your partner. Use the bold words and phrases.
Student A
Situation 1
You would like to go out for dinner tonight with a group of friends. Invite Student B.
Situation 2
It's your friend Sam's birthday. You think Sam would like a quiet dinner with friends at home to celebrate.
Situation 3
You've been out for a meal with work colleagues. You just want to get home and go to bed. You have to get up early tomorrow.
Situation 4
You are going to a play tonight with Student B. You want to get a taxi because it's more convenient than getting the bus.
Situation 5
You want to get an ice cream, but there's a huge queue. You'll have to wait for ages and you don't think it's worth it.
Situation 6
After a late party, there's a huge mess in your flat. You think everyone should stay up and tidy up.
Student B
Situation 1
You're quite tired after a busy week. You want to stay in tonight and watch an episode of your favourite TV series.
Situation 2
Your friend Sam is having a birthday next week. You want to throw a big party for Sam.
Situation 3
You've been out for a meal with colleagues. And now, you want to go on to a club and dance.
Situation 4
You are going to a play tonight with Student A. You want to get the bus because getting a taxi costs a fortune.
Situation 5
You want to get an ice cream, but there's a huge queue. Even if you wait for ages, you think it will be worth it.
Situation 6
After a party, there's a huge mess in your flat. You want to get to bed and tidy up in the morning.