Question

Work in pairs Use the Strategies to prepare for the roleplays and then act out the situations1. You are on a train. Ask someone you don't know to close the window2. You are with your friend. Decide what to do at the weekend3. You see your middle-aged neighbour in the street. Ask him/her to post a letter for you4. You borrowed your friend`s magazine last week5. You are in a restaurant. Ask the waiter/waitress to give you the menu6. You are an English teacher

Answer 1

1. You are on a train. Ask someone you don't know to close the window

     - Do  you mind of opening the window?

     - No, I don't.

     - Could you help me because I don't know how to do it.

     - Sorry, I'm afraid. I can't.

     - But why?

     - Because of my fingerache.

     - Iy's a pity. I have to ask someone else.

2. You are with your friend. Decide what to do at the weekend

    - What are you going to do on weekend?

    - Nothing special.

     - Let's go to the cinema.

     - Oh, it's so boring. What about spending time ia the city park.

     - With a pleasure.

3. You see your middle-aged neighbour in the street. Ask him/her to post a letter for you

    - How do you do, Nina Vasilievna?

    - I'm fine, thanks. What can I do for you?

    - Would you post a letter for me, I have no time,  I  have to go to meet my little sisrer after her classes.

    - With a pleasure.

    - Thank you very much.

    - Never mind.

4. You borrowed your friend`s magazine last week

     - Hi, Natali. Excuse me, last week I borrowed your magazine and forgot  to return it. Here it is.  It's  really cool. Thank you very much.

     - You're welcome.

5. You are in a restaurant. Ask the waiter/waitress to give you the menu

    - Could you give the menu? I would like to have a lunch in your restaurant. What can you advise to order?

6. You are an English teacher

    - Hello, children. How are you? Let's begin our lesson. Who is on duty today?

    - I'm.

    - Well, who is absent today?

    - All are present.

Answer 2

1. You are on a train. Ask someone you don't know to close the window.

Approach the person politely and say, "Excuse me, would you mind closing the window? I find the draft a bit chilly." If the person agrees, thank them kindly. If they decline, it's important to respect their decision and perhaps consider moving to another seat if possible.

2. You are with your friend. Decide what to do at the weekend.

Start by discussing each other's interests and preferences. For example, one of you might enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, while the other prefers visiting museums or trying out new restaurants. Explore different options and try to find a compromise that both of you would enjoy. This could involve planning a mix of activities that cater to both of your interests, or taking turns choosing an activity each weekend.

3. You see your middle-aged neighbor in the street. Ask him/her to post a letter for you.

Greet your neighbor warmly and then say, "Hey, I hope you're doing well. I actually have a letter that needs to go out today, and I'm running a bit behind. Would you mind posting it for me when you get the chance?" Be sure to express your gratitude and offer to return the favor in the future.

4. You borrowed your friend's magazine last week.

Reach out to your friend and say, "Hey, I wanted to check in about the magazine I borrowed from you last week. I really enjoyed reading it, but I wanted to make sure you didn't need it back anytime soon. I can return it to you as soon as you need it." It's important to show consideration for your friend's belongings and to be proactive about returning borrowed items.

5. You are in a restaurant. Ask the waiter/waitress to give you the menu.

When the waiter/waitress approaches your table, you can politely say, "Excuse me, could we have a look at the menu, please?" It's important to maintain a friendly and respectful tone, as the staff are there to assist you. Once you receive the menu, express your thanks and take your time to decide on your order.

6. You are an English teacher.

As an English teacher, you can employ various strategies to engage your students, such as using interactive activities, multimedia resources, and real-life scenarios to reinforce language skills. Encourage students to participate in discussions, role-plays, and group activities to enhance their speaking and listening abilities. Additionally, provide constructive feedback and create a supportive learning environment that fosters confidence and enthusiasm for learning English.