Exercise 1.6

Match each conversation starter with a situation.

a. in a cafeteria / at a buffet
b. in an office building / in a hotel
c. in a club / at a conference
d. on a bench in a park
e. at school / at a class
f. at a bus stop / on a hiking trail

1. “The flowers are beautiful, huh? I love spring.”

2. “Gosh, it’s so crowded here. And it’s hot!”

3. “Wow. The elevator is really slow today.”

4. “Hi there. It’s windy, huh?”

5. “Hmm. This food doesn’t look too good.”

6. “I’m a bit nervous. Is it your first class, too?”

Match each conversation starter with a response.

a. Actually, I take the subway. It takes an hour.
b. It’s the air conditioning. Actually, I feel OK.
c. Yes, it is, actually. I’m a little nervous.
d. Thanks. It’s actually from a vintage store.
e. No, actually I’m from a small town about three hours away.
f. Yeah, I do, actually. It has some great stores.
g. Um, part-time, actually. I work in a hotel.
h. Actually, I do. And piano.

1. It’s really chilly in here.
b

2. Is this your first class here?

3. So, you’re a full-time student?

4. Do you like this neighborhood?

5. Do you drive to class?

6. I like your sweater.

7. Do you play guitar or anything?

8. So, you’re from around here?