AT THE CINEMA

A. John calls his friend. Read the dialogue and find out why he is calling Lisa.

Lisa: Hello!
John: Hi, Lisa! It’s John here!
Lisa: Oh! Hi John, What’s up?
John: What are you going to do tomorrow night?
Lisa: Well... nothing special, I guess. Why are you
asking?
John: There’s a new movie on with Tom Cruise. Would you
like to go with me?
Lisa: Yeah, That sounds great. Wait, don’t tell me it’s
Mission: Impossible?! Oh, It is, isn’t it? I’m dying to see it!
John: Yeah, So, you’re coming………….
Lisa: Wait a minute, please. I have to ask my mom first. (…)
Okay John, She said I could go.
When does the film start?
John: It starts at 20:15
Lisa: I’m so excited. See you tomorrow at the cinema.
John: Great, Bye.

B. Reread the dialogue and answer these questions.

1. Why is John calling Lisa?

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2. When does he want to go to the cinema?
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3. What is the name of the movie?
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4. Who is the main actor?
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5. When does the film start?
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6. How does Lisa feel about the idea of seeing “Mission: Impossible 6”, why?
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7. Does Lisa accept John’s invitation right away?
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C. John and Lisa are now at the ticket office. Read the dialogue.
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 AT THE CINEMA

Clerk: Next, please.

John: Good evening. We’d like two tickets for Mission: Impossible 6, please.

Clerk: For what time?

John: 8:30, please. You still have seats for that time, don’t you?

Clerk: Let’s me check… Yes, we do. Do you have membership card?

John: Sure, Here you are.

Clerk: Do you want to buy a combo popcorn and drink? We offer 30% discount today.

John: What do you think, Lisa?

Lisa: Oh, That’s perfect. We’ll buy it. How much is it total?

Clerk: That’ll be 20$. How would you like to pay?

Lisa: Cash, please. Here you are. Keep your change.

Clerk: Thank you very much. Enjoy your movie!

Lisa & John: Thanks.

D. Now reread both dialogues and write down the expressions that are used for the following:

1. Inviting someone to the cinema:

2. Accepting the invitation:

3. Asking for tickets:

4. Asking for membership card:

5. Saying the price:

6. Giving money: