LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. When you want to take a day off work, what’s the first thing you should do?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
Kohei and Jane, his manager and childhood friend are casually chatting while grabbing coffee at the break room.
Kohei
Jane
Actually, I’m free on Sunday. What’s up?
Kohei
Well, I’ve got tickets to a theme park. Would you like to come with me?
Jane
Oh, that sounds awesome! I’d love to. When and where should we meet?
Kohei
Either here at the office or at the park. Hmm...I’ll leave it to you to decide. Just let me know what works best for you.
Jane
Oh, I see! I'll let you know.
Kohei
Also, I wanted to ask you a favor.
Jane
Sure, what is it?
Kohei
May I take tomorrow off?
Jane
Oh, can I ask why?
Kohei
I have to go to a funeral.
Jane
I’m really sorry to hear that. I hope everything is okay.
Kohei
Yeah, it's one of my mom's close friends but anyway, I'll see you at the theme park!
Jane
Alright! I’ll text you later with the details.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What are Kohei's plans for the weekend?
2. What does Luna say in response to Kohei’s invitation?
3. What reason does Kohei give for needing time off?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can hear: | What you can say: |
|---|---|
Any plans for this weekend? | I’m free on Sunday. |
I have tickets to a theme park. Would you like to come? | I’d love to. |
When and where should we meet? | I’ll leave it to you. |
May I ask a favor of you? | What is it? |
May I take tomorrow off? | Can I ask why? |
I have to go to a funeral. | I’m sorry to hear that. |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Person A
Person B
I’m free on Sunday.
Person A
When and where should we meet?
Person B
Person A
Person B
What is it?
Person A
May I take tomorrow off?
Person B
Person A
I have to go to a funeral.
Person B
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
You are chatting with a colleague about weekend plans and need to request time off. Handle both the casual conversation and the formal request.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the Employee A and the other, Employee B. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| EMPLOYEE A | EMPLOYEE B |
|---|---|
Ask about weekend plans. | Check if you’re available. |
Invite them to an event. | Show excitement in accepting the invitation. |
Talk about meeting details. | Postpone deciding on meeting plans. |
Ask for a favor. | Inquire about the favor. |
Request a day off. | Ask why you’re requesting the day off. |
Explain why you’ll be absent. | Express your condolences. |
Hey Jane, do you have any plans for this weekend?