1A VOCABULARY Vague language

Replace the bold phrases with a piece of vague language

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to make the conversations more informal. Write your
answers in the column on the right. The number in
brackets tells you how many words to write.

1 A Shall I give you a lift to the station?

B It’s OK – I’ll walk.
A But you’ve got a lot of luggage, and a laptop, and your shopping to carry. (1 word) stuff

2 A Does anybody have any questions about the lecture?

B Yes, there were a couple of parts of the lecture I didn’t really understand. (1 word)

3 A So when do you need to decide by?

B Well, it’s quite urgent. Could I let you know by Friday? (1 word)

4 A Would you like red or white wine?

B I don’t mind. Any kind of wine that’s open. (1 word)

5 A Were there many people at the meeting last night?

B Not many. I’d say there were no more than 20. (3 words)

6 A How old is your brother-in-law?

B I’m not sure. 42, 44, 45. (2 words)

7 A What did you think of the film?

B I really didn’t get that section in the middle. What was that all about? (1 word)

8 A What’s the minimum number we need to sell to break even?

B I reckon a minimum of 5,000. (2 words)

9 A What time should I pick you up?

B At the time that suits you best. (1 word)

10 A How many students have signed up to your class this year?

B I’d say around 30. (3 words)

11 A How come you two split up?

B We just had nothing in common. He’s so serious, and I’m just not into
politics and similar related subjects. (1 word)

12 A I said your room needs to be tidied in the next half hour. Did you hear me?
B I’m not really interested in what you think. (1 word)

ACTIVATION
Test your memory. Cover the column on the right.
Read the conversations aloud with the correct word or phrase.
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