Objectives & Sequence: This lesson is intended to be used as a preview of Grammar 6-3.
Part One
Work with a partner and practice the following conversations. Use the recordings to help you with the pronunciation and intonation of the words. Try to mimic the style of the speakers.
A: Well how did the doctors appointment go today?
B: Not great. The doctor told me to stop riding my bike.
A: Why is that?
B: He said my knee isn't getting any better.
A: So, what are you going to do?
B: I'm going to beg him to rethink his decision.
A: Do you like rallying?
B: Yeah, it’s cool I guess. It's pretty crazy what those drivers do.
A: Have you ever seen a race?
B: In person? No, I haven't. That would be pretty fun though.
A: Well, I have two tickets to a race this weekend.
B: Are you inviting me to go to the race with you?
A: Yeah, are you free?
B: I am now. Thanks!
A: What are you doing tonight, Emma?
B: Ughhhh. Homework. My English teacher wants us to write a couple of paragraphs about our favorite extreme sports. I hate extreme sports.
A: You do? How come?
B: I don’t know. It’s just not my thing.
A: So you don’t like any of it?
B: No, I prefer running, camping, and hiking. Do you like extreme sports?
A: Yeah, they're my favourite.
A: Angela?
B: Hey!
A: John asked me to tell you about his party on Friday night.
B: Oh, yeah? Is it his birthday or something?
A: It is. He’d like you to come if you’re free.
B: Okay. Is it at his place or somewhere else?
A: Yeah, it's his place.
B: Cool. I’ll be there. Does he need me to bring anything?
A: No, just bring yourself.
B: Alright. Will do. Thanks.
Part Two
Look at the parts of the conversations that are in blue. These parts contain grammar that features the third verb pattern we will be studying in Unit Six. Can you see how this new verb pattern is different than the infinitive pattern studied in Grammar 6-2?