Listening Exercises A1 – Entertainment

1.

A:        So do you think we should go and see it?

B:        Yes, I think so. I hear it’s very good. My friend said the story is great. And I love Arnold Schwarzenegger.

A:        So do I. His movies are always full of action.

2.

A:        What’s the weather going to be like on Saturday?

B:        Hot and sunny.

A:        Oh, good, so let’s go then. It’ll be perfect for swimming.

B:        Yeah. But I just want to lie on the sand and sleep.

3.

A:        What time is the game?

B:        It’s at two o’clock.

A:        Great. Are you playing?

B:        Sure.

4.

A:        What do you want to do this weekend?

B:        I don’t know. What do you want to do?

A:        I don’t know.

B:        Hey, I know. Let’s get the guys and go rollerblading.

A:        Okay.

5.

A:        What do you need to buy?

B:        Well, I need some new jeans.

A:        And I need some shirts.

B:        Okay. Let’s go on Saturday afternoon.

6.

A:        Want to come with me on Saturday? I don’t think it’ll be too hot. It’s great exercise.

B:        Okay. I’ll pack a lunch. Maybe we can ride to a park and have a picnic.

A:        Great idea.

1.

A:        Hello.

B:        Hi, Penny. This is Bob.

A:        Hi, Bob. How are things?

B:        Fine. Say, would you like to go to a movie on Friday night?

A:        A movie? Sure. I think I’m free Friday night. What movie do you want to see?

2.

A:        Hello.

B:        Hi, Anne. This is Mary.

A:        Oh, hi, Mary. How are you?

B:        Great. Look, I’m calling about the weekend. I’m having a party.

A:        A party. That sounds fun. When?

B:        On Saturday night.

A:        Saturday night is fine with me.

B:        Great.

3.

A:        Hello.

B:        Hello, Nancy. This is Ken.

A:        Oh, hi, Ken.

B:        I’m calling about Friday night. Are you doing anything?

A:        I don’t think so.

B:        Great. How about going to a disco with me?

A:        A disco. Sure. Thanks. You know I love to dance. What time?

4.

A:        Hello.

B:        Hi, Anne. This is Mike.

A:        Hi, Mike. What’s up?

B:        There’s a football game on Sunday afternoon.

A:        A football game?

B:        Yeah. Would you like to go?

A:        Oh, sorry. I’m not free on Sunday.

B:        Oh, well, some other time, maybe.

5.

A:        Hello.

B:        Hi, Wendy. This is Jack.

A:        Oh, hi.

B:        Say, there’s a good movie on TV tonight. Do you want to come over and watch it with me?

A:        Oh, I’d love to, but I can’t tonight. I have too much work to do.

1.

A:        Bobby, would you like to go out for dinner Thursday?

B:        Thursday? Oh, I’d love to, but I have to meet my sister for dinner.

A:        Oh, well, some other time, then.

B:        Sure.

2.

A:        Melissa, would you like to see a movie on Saturday?

B:        That sounds great. What time?

A:        At 9:30?

B:        All right.

3.

A:        Hey, Jack, let’s go for coffee after class on Monday.

B:        Oh, sorry. I have to go downtown. I have an appointment.

A:        Oh, okay.

4.

A:        Betty, do you want to come over to my house for dinner Wednesday?

B:        Thanks. I’d love to. What time?

A:        Around 6:30.

B:        Okay. See you then.

5.

A:        Hey, Ralph, let’s play tennis on Sunday afternoon.

B:        Sunday afternoon? I can’t. I’m going away for the weekend. Maybe some other time?

A:        Sure.

6.

A:        Say, Jill. I’m going shopping Friday night. I need a new dress. Want to come?

B:        Friday night? Okay, I’m not doing anything special.

A:        Good. Let’s go after work.

B:        Fine.

1 d   2 e   3 b   4 c   5 a

Transcript

1.   Hi, Diane – it’s me, Claudio. Do you want to go dancing on Friday? There’s a great salsa band playing at the Open Gate. Give me a call when you get in, okay? Thanks. Bye.

2.   This is George, George Crystal. We met at the concert last week, I was wondering, if you’re free this Friday, would you like to go to the symphony? I have two tickets. I’ll call you later to talk about it. Good-bye.

3.   Hi, Diane. It’s Mom. Don’t forget we’re going to see your brother in his first play as a professional actor. It’s on Friday. Don’t be late!

4.   Diane? Um, it’s me, Michael, your old boyfriend. Well, um, I miss you a lot. How about if we get together Friday and go for a drive or something? Call me when you get in, okay?

5.   Hi, Diane, it’s Betsy. Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend? There’s a great sale at my favorite department store from Friday to Sunday. If we go Friday, we’ll get the best things. I’d love to see you – if you’re not too busy!

1  Refuse   2  Accept   3  Accept   4  Refuse   5  Accept

Transcript

1.

A:   Hey, Josh. You want to get together and watch the game on TV tonight?

B:   I’d really love to, but I can’t. I have a big test tomorrow and I have to study.

A:   Oh, well … I’ll tell you all about it tomorrow – after your test!

2.

A:   Rachel, are you coming to the class party this weekend?

B:   This weekend? I’m pretty busy. I’m working Friday and Saturday all day. And Friday night I have to go visit my grandmother.

A:   That’s okay. The party isn’t until Saturday night, starting around 7:00.

B:   Oh, okay. I should be able to make it then.

3.

A:   Hi, Jennifer. Are you doing anything tonight? There’s a new restaurant I’d like to go to.

B:   Actually, I was thinking of going shopping tonight after work.

A:   Oh, come on. You can go shopping anytime.

B:   You’re right. What time do you want to meet?

4.

A:   Hey Andrew! Are you busy after work?

B:   No, I’m not doing anything. Why?

A:   Well, Mark and Jeff and I thought we’d go rollerblading in the park. The weather is perfect. Do you want to come with us?

B:   I’d love to, but I hurt my leg playing soccer over the weekend.

A:   Oh, sorry to hear that! Maybe next time.

5.

A:   What are you doing to do this weekend?

B:   I don’t have any plans. How about you?

A:   I’ll be playing computer games. Want to come over, Jonah?

B:   Sure. When?

A:   Oh, anytime Saturday afternoon. You know where to find me.

B:   Yeah, in front of the computer, right?