An experience

Last year, things weren't going too well for me. I didn't know what I wanted to do in the future, and my parents were pressing me a lot, which didn't help to decide. My mother wanted me to study chemistry, and my father wanted me to study computing. And I was all day in my room thinking what I should study in the University.

But everything changed to me when I met and old friend who made me realize that only I can make that decision, because only I will be woeking about that in the future.

If I had never met that old friend, I would have never thought about the future like a think that only me can choose. Nowadays, I still don't know, but I know that when I'll make the decision, it will be the correct one.

Dialogue: Apologize for a misunderstanding

Adri: Excuse me. Can I hace a word with you?
Eloi: Yes. Is there a problem?
Adri: I'm afraid so. Did you know that this is private property?
Eloi: No, I didn't.
Adri: Didnt' you see the sign?
Eloi: No, I'm afraid not.
Adri: Have you been here before to skateboard?
Eloi: No, I live out of town.
Adri: Well, if I were you, I'd look for a different place.
Eloi: OK. Sorry about that. I didn't realize.
Adri: That's OK. Remember for next time.

Key Phrases
Can I Have a word with you?
I'm afraid so / not.
If I were you, I'd...
Sorry about that.
I didn't realize

Write plans for a visit

Hi, Chris

I'm just writing to check if you like the visit plans.

I thijk you'll like Banyoles. On Saturday morning we're walking around the town to show you the city. And in the afternoon, we'll probably meet some of my friends, visit the museum or maybe go fishing. It's up to you. I expect we'll end up in a cafè near the lake.

On Sunday, we could get a bus to Girona or somewhere. There are some small villages around here, like Serinyà or Esponellà. There isn't much to do in them, but I think we'll have a great time. I'll get some photos and you can decide what to do.

We're going to meet you at the airport. Can you call us when you get off the plane?

Looking forward to seeing you.

Adrià

Extra speaking: Discussing music

Guy: What are you listening to?
Shona: A DJ that I'm really into at the moment - Victor Magan. I love his music.
Guy: I've never heard of him. Where's he from?
Shona: I think he's from Barcelona.
Guy: What sort of music is it?
Shona: House music.
Guy: Have you got any of his albums?
Shona: No, but I've downloaded a lot of his songs.
Guy: Have you ever been to one of his gigs?
Shona: No, but I'd like to.

Extra speaking: Asking about lost property

Receptionist: How can I help you?
MoniquEloi: I think I left my Piña Colada Boy's CD behind in the school 2 days ago. I was wondering if it's been handed in to lost property.
Receptionist: Where do you think you left it?
MoniquEloi: I'm not sure. Either on my classroom, or in the toilets.
Receptionist: What's it like?
MoniquEloi: Red and yellow.
Receptionist: Is there anything written on it?
MoniquEloi: Yes, there's a logo. It says Sun is up.
Receptionist: I'll go and check for you in lost propery now.
...
Receptionist: You're in luck. Here it is!
MoniquEloi: Great! Thanks for your help.

Extra speaking: Buying a coach ticket

Passenger: What time does the next coach to Birmingham leave?
Assistant: Birmingham? Let's see. You can get one at 10:50.
Passenger: What times does it get in?
Assistant: That coach gets into Birmingham at 13:05.
Passenger: Do I have to change?
Assistant: No, it's direct. Do you want a single or return?
Passenger: A return, please.
Assistant: Have you got a Young Person's Coach card?
Passenger: No, I haven't.
Assistant: OK. That'll be over £9,000 then.

Speaking: Discuss a questionnaire