Work in pairs. Read the dialogue aloud. Then answer the questions.
Activity 3 Work in pairs. Read the dialogue aloud. Then answer the questions.
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Cindy : Hi, Sandi. How are you? Sandi : Great. And you? Cindy : Ahahaha, it's a bit ridiculous!
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Sandi : What's the matter, Cindy? Cindy : The results of the short story contest were
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announced this morning. And I didn't win
35% of the time.
any prizes because I forgot to send it. And I
Approximately 16% of
just knew it this morning when I found the
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envelope inside my drawer.
from reading, and about 9% from writing. These
Sandi : That's too bad. How come? But, don't worry
statistics are for an
about it. You'll win another contest and you'll
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not forget next time, won't you?
in English.
Cindy : Yes, that's for sure. But, I don't think I'll never
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win a writing contest because I think I wrote
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it badly.
Sandi : Huh? Look at this short story. It's written by Marcia an eleven years old girl. I think you can write better. Would it be possible for you to send your short story to the newspaper?
Cindy : OK, I'll consider that. Anyway, I'm not sure the newspaper will publish my short story. Sandi : Come on. Don't give up. Cindy : Well, I'll try. If I fail, I'll quit writing short
sto ries. I must ad mit I'm no t a talented writer.
Sandi : Oh, no. I wouldn't do that if I were you. I don't think it was a good idea.
Cindy : Thanks for telling me. Sandi : Let's just ho pe that so meday yo ur sho rt
stories will be published in a newspaper or magazine.
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1. What does Sandi say to persuade Cindy to send her
short stories to a newspaper?
2. What does Cindy say to respond to it?
3. What does Sandi say to encourage Cindy?
4. What does Cindy say to respond to it?
5. Cheryl thinks of quitting writing short stories. What does Sean say to tell her not to do that?
6. What does Sandi say to criticise Cindy's idea?
7. What does Sandi say to express his hope?
Activity Practice the following short dialogue with your partner. 4
Pay attention to your intonation and expression.
1. A : This room is a mess! Why can't you be more
tidy?
B : Sorry. I'll clear it up right away.
2. A : I hate to mention this, but you seem to be rather
careless.
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B : I’m sorry I'll try to be more careful in the future.
3. A : Your story is great. Why don't you try to publish
It's a group project. Make some dialogue
it? It can be a best seller.
using the expressions
B : Thanks for your support and complement.
for persuading, encouraging and
4. A : Don't give up. Try and try again. Come on.
hoping. You may also
B : All right then. I'll try my best.
use expressions for criticising and advising
5. A : If I were in your position, I wouldn't do that.
someone not to do
B : I'll consider your suggestion.
something. Choose any topics you like. Then
6. A : How can I persuade you to join the club?
perform the dialogue
B : Well, thanks for asking me. I really appreciate
to the class. You can perform a role play.
your concern.
7. A : I don't think you ought to buy that book. I think
the story is awful.
B : Oh really? Thanks for your advice. I'll consider that.
8. A : Go on! I'm sure you can do it.
B : OK. Thanks for your encouragement.