A2 Unit 5: Social Life & Free Time — English Easylife Conversation

1

Making Plans for the Weekend

Friend1 Hey, do you have any plans for the weekend?

Friend2 Not really. I was thinking of staying home and relaxing. Why?

Friend1 A group of us are going to the coast on Saturday. Would you like to join us?

Friend2 That sounds amazing! What time are you planning to leave?

Friend1 We're thinking of leaving around nine in the morning to avoid traffic.

Friend2 Perfect. How are you getting there? By car?

Friend1 Yes, Mike is driving. There's room for one more person in his car.

Friend2 Great! Should I bring anything? Food, drinks?

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2

Talking About Hobbies

Person1 What do you like to do in your free time?

Person2 I love photography. I take my camera everywhere and photograph landscapes and street scenes.

Person1 That's interesting! How long have you been doing that?

Person2 For about three years now. I started during the pandemic when I had more time at home.

Person1 Do you share your photos anywhere? Like on social media?

Person2 Yes, I have an Instagram account. I post new photos every week. What about you? Any hobbies?

Person1 I enjoy cooking. I try a new recipe every weekend. Last week I made Thai green curry.

Person2 Oh, that sounds delicious! Maybe you could cook for me sometime.

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3

At a Party

Alex Hi there! I don't think we've met. I'm Alex.

Sophie Hi, Alex. I'm Sophie. Are you a friend of Tom's?

Alex Yes, we went to university together. We've been friends for about ten years. And you?

Sophie I know Tom through work. We work in the same company. Are you from London originally?

Alex No, I'm from Manchester. I moved to London three years ago for work. What about you?

Sophie I'm from here actually. Born and raised in London. Do you like living here?

Alex I love it, but it's very expensive! The food and nightlife are amazing though.

Sophie That's true. Can I get you a drink? I'm just going to the bar.

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4

Discussing a Film

Friend1 Did you see that new film everyone's talking about? The one with the time travel story?

Friend2 Yes! I watched it last night. What did you think of it?

Friend1 I thought it was brilliant. The special effects were incredible. Did you enjoy it?

Friend2 Mostly, yes. The story was a bit confusing in the middle, but the ending was great.

Friend1 I agree about the middle part. But the acting was fantastic, wasn't it?

Friend2 Absolutely. The lead actor was amazing. I've seen all his films.

Friend1 Me too. He's one of my favourite actors. Have you seen his earlier work?

Friend2 Yes, I think his first film was his best. It won several awards.

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5

Inviting a Friend to an Event

Friend1 Hey, are you free next Friday evening?

Friend2 I think so. Why? What's happening?

Friend1 There's a jazz concert at the Riverside Theatre. I have two tickets. Would you like to come?

Friend2 Oh, I love jazz! That sounds wonderful. What time does it start?

Friend1 It starts at eight, but we should get there a bit early to find our seats.

Friend2 Good idea. Shall we meet outside the theatre at seven thirty?

Friend1 Perfect. We could also have dinner before the concert. There's a nice restaurant nearby.

Friend2 Great idea! I'll book a table for seven o'clock. Does that work for you?

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6

Talking About Sports

Person1 Did you watch the football match last night?

Person2 Yes! What a game. I couldn't believe the result. Three goals in the last ten minutes!

Person1 I know! I was watching with my family and we were all shouting at the TV.

Person2 Do you play football yourself, or just watch it?

Person1 I play in a local team on Sunday mornings. We're not very good, but it's great fun.

Person2 That's brilliant. I used to play, but I stopped a few years ago. I go to the gym now instead.

Person1 How often do you go?

Person2 About three times a week. I do weights and some cardio. It keeps me fit and helps with stress.

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Unit 5: Social Life & Free Time

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