Teacher Notes

Objectives & Sequence: This lesson is intended to be used as a review of Grammar 9-2.

The following vocabulary words are used in this activity:

Part One

Listen to the conversations. You will hear one person inviting another person to do something. How do they start the conversation? What questions do they ask?

Conversation #1

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A: Hey Carla. What are you doing this Saturday?

B: I’m not sure. I don’t have any plans. Why?

A: Some of us are driving to the park for a picnic. Do you want to come?

B: That sounds great. What time?

A: Probably in the afternoon, and we’ll stay for dinner. Bruno is bringing a barbecue.

B: I’m in. I’ll give you a call on Saturday.

A: Cool.


Conversation #2

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A: Okay, well, it was nice talking to you.

B: You too. Let’s get together again soon.

A: Well, are you free on Friday? We could meet for coffee downtown.

B: Sorry, I can’t. I’m busy on Friday.

A: That’s okay. How about Sunday?

B: Yeah, I’m free on Sunday. Give me a ring.

A: Okay, great. I’ll talk to you later.


Conversation #3

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A: Are you doing anything tomorrow night?

B: No plans. Why?

A: Do you want to do something?

B: Sure. Any ideas?

A: There’s a concert in the park. Do you want to go?

B: Yeah, that sounds like fun.

A: Great, let’s do that.


Part Two

How to Invite Someone

Step One: Ask About Interests

When we want to invite someone to do something, we often start with a question. Here are some common questions we ask. We usually ask about the person’s hobbies or interests:

  • Do you like shopping for new or used cars?
  • Can you drive a stick shift?
  • Are you interested in music?
  • Have you ever modded a car?

Step Two: Ask About Time

If we think the person is interested, we often ask a question about time. This is a lot like making plans:

  • What are you doing on Thursday?
  • Are you free on Friday?
  • Are you doing anything on Saturday?
  • What are you up to this weekend?
  • Do you have any plans tonight?

Step Three: Make the Invitation

If the person is free and interested, we make the invitation. There are several ways to invite someone:

I'm
We're
going...
having...
playing...
Would you like to go?
come?
play?
There's a concert...
a movie...
Do you want to go?
join me?
You should come.
play.
 

Example #1 Example #2

Do you like shopping for new or used cars?

Sure.

Are you free after class?

Yeah, I don’t have any plans.

I’m going to the dealership. Do you want to come?

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Are you interested in classic cars?

Um, I guess so, yeah.

What are you doing this afternoon?

I’m not sure.

Some of us are going to a car show. Would you like to join?

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How to Answer the Invitation

When someone invites you to something, there are many ways to say “yes”. Here are some different ways to accept an invitation:

  • Yes.
  • Sure.
  • Yeah.
  • That would be great.
  • I'd love to.
  • That sounds like fun.
  • That sounds good.

Example #1 Example #2

I’m going to the dealership. Do you want to come?

Yeah, that sounds good.

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Some of us are going to a car show. Would you like to join?

Sure, that would be great!

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When someone invites you to do something, you do not just say “no”. Also, when you say “no” to an invitation, you usually give a reason. Here are some different ways to answer:

  • I can’t. Sorry.
  • Maybe another time?
  • I’d love to / That sounds like fun but...
  • I forgot. I have to ... / I’m verb-ing...

Example #1 Example #2

I’m having a BBQ this weekend. Want to come over?

That sounds like fun, but I have to study this weekend.

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I’m going to the dealership. Do you want to come?

I forgot. I’m going shopping with a friend.

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Asking for Details

When someone invites you to dinner or to a party or event, you might want to ask for more information. Here are some questions you can ask:

  • Do you want me to bring anything?
  • Who's going?
  • What time does it start / end?
  • When / where is it?

Hey, Jenny. Are you free on Friday?

Yes, I don’t have any plans. Why do you ask?

I’m having a small dinner party. Would you like to come?

That sounds like fun. What time?

Why don’t you come over at 7:00?

Great. Do you want me to bring anything?

No, that’s okay. Just come over.

Okay.

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Part Three

Create a calendar at Google Calendar or 30 boxes. Take a minute and plan an event or activity for next week. For example, you could have a party, go out for dinner, visit a museum or go shopping. Choose a day, from Monday to Saturday, a time and a place. Then practice inviting other students in your class. Find 3 people who want to join you and write their names in the calendar.

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