LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What can you see in the picture?
2. Have you ever been late to a meeting or appointment? How did you feel about it?
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
Kohei arrives late to a morning meeting. Justin is already seated and reviewing some documents.
Kohei
Justin
Oh, that’s OK!
Kohei
The trains were running late, and it was a mess.
Justin
Yeah, it’s not your fault.
Kohei
Thanks for the advice about taking the alternative route. It definitely made a difference.
Justin
You're welcome.
Kohei
So, how was your weekend?
Justin
Honestly, nothing special. Just a chill couple of days. How about you?
Kohei
I went camping with my friends.
Justin
Oh, really? Tell me more.
Kohei
I really enjoyed it. We hiked, made a bonfire, and just relaxed.
Justin
That sounds fun!
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. Why was Kohei late to the meeting?
2. How did Justin describe his weekend?
3. What did Kohei enjoy about his camping trip?
LET'S LEARN! 📖
| What you can hear: | What you can say: |
|---|---|
I’m sorry I’m late. | That’s OK. |
The trains were running late. | It’s not your fault. |
Thanks for the advice. | You’re welcome |
How was your weekend? | Nothing special. |
I went camping with my friends | Tell me more. |
I really enjoyed it. | That sounds fun. |
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Justin
How was your weekend?
Person B
Justin
I went camping with my friends.
Person B
Justin
Person B
That sounds fun.
Justin
Person B
That’s OK.
Justin
The trains were running late.
Person B
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
You, an employee at the office, approach your colleague to chat casually about your weekend activities.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be Employee A and the other, Employee B. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| EMPLOYEE A | EMPLOYEE B |
|---|---|
Apologize for being late. | Accept their apology for being late. |
Explain the reason for your delay. | Understand the reason for their delay. |
Thank them for their advice. | Appreciate their thanks for the advice. |
Ask about their weekend. | Briefly mention your weekend. |
Encourage them to provide more details. | Share what you did over the weekend. |
Share your thoughts on the activity they mentioned. | Express how much you enjoyed the activity. |
(walking into the café, out of breath) I’m sorry I’m late.