Everyday English Conversations: Planning Activities and Entertainment

Television Dialogues

1. Dialogue 1: Choosing a TV Program

   A: Is there anything worth watching on the channel?

   B: I think it's a Western.

   A: Do you mind if we switch over?

   B: Well, I'd rather watch a football match.

2. Dialogue 2: After the News

   A: Do you happen to know what's on after the news?

   B: I've got a feeling it's a documentary.

   A: Does anybody mind if I watch it?

   B: Don't you want to see part two of the serial?

3. Dialogue 3: Checking the Schedule

   A: Do you know what comes next?

   B: I believe there's a variety show on.

   A: We mustn't miss that. Is there anything else on?

   B: Let me look in the Radio Times first.

4. Dialogue 4: A Quiz Programme

   A: What's on BBC2 at eight o'clock?

   B: As far as I can remember, there's a quiz programme.

   A: Would you mind if I watched it?

   B: No, I've been looking forward to it all evening.

At the Theatre

1. Dialogue 1: Booking Seats

   A: I'd like to book two seats for tomorrow.

   B: Would you like something in the front stalls?

   A: I suppose there's nothing further back, is there?

   B: Not unless you come to the matinee.

2. Dialogue 2: Checking Ticket Availability

   A: Are there still tickets for tonight's show?

   B: The front row of the dress circle is fairly free.

   A: Are there any boxes?

   B: No, I'm afraid that's all there is.

What Shall We Do This Evening? (Part 1: Declining Invitations)

1. Dialogue 1: Bowling or Chinese?

   A: How would you like to come bowling?

   B: I'm not keen on that, actually.

   A: What about a Chinese meal, then?

   B: No, I thought I'd have an evening at home for a change.

2. Dialogue 2: Tennis or Visiting Tony?

   A: Do you fancy a game of tennis?

   B: It's nice of you to ask, but I don't think so.

   A: Well, how about coming to see Tony?

   B: No, I honestly can't afford the time.

3. Dialogue 3: A Stroll in the Park?

   A: Feel like a stroll in the park?

   B: I don't think I will, thanks all the same.

   A: Come on. A spot of exercise would do us good.

   B: No, if you don't mind, I think I'll stay in tonight.

4. Dialogue 4: Ice-Skating or Coffee?

   A: Let's go ice-skating.

   B: No, I'm really not in the mood for it this evening.

   A: Then why don't we just go for a coffee?

   B: No, really, I've promised myself an early night.

What Shall We Do This Evening? (Part 2: Accepting Invitations)

1. Dialogue 1: Going for a Drink

   A: How about coming out for a drink with me this evening?

   B: I'd like that very much, thank you.

   A: Shall we say round about eight?

   B: Fine, see you then.

2. Dialogue 2: A Country Drink

   A: Why don't we go for a drink in the country?

   B: That would be very nice, thank you.

   A: I'll pick you up.

   B: Right, see you later.

3. Dialogue 3: Going to the Cinema

   A: Do you feel like going to the cinema?

   B: That sounds like a good idea. Thank you.

   A: Let's make it 6:30 at your place.

   B: That'll be okay by me.

4. Dialogue 4: Attending a Party

   A: Would you like to come to a party with me tonight?

   B: I'd love to, thank you very much.

   A: I'll call round for you after supper.

   B: Okay, I'll be ready.