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Azariyah: September 9th, 2020

 Conversation & Comprehension

Planning a Party

(two neighbors talking)


Martha: This weather is horrible! I'd love to go out, but I think it will just continue raining.

Jane: Oh, I don't know. Perhaps the sun will come out later this afternoon.


Martha: I hope you're right. I'm going to have a party this Saturday. Would you like to come?

Jane: I would love to come. Thank you for inviting me. Who's going to come to the party?


Martha: Well, a number of people haven't told me yet. But, Peter and Mark are going to help out with the cooking!

Jane:  I'll help, too!


Martha: That would be great!

Jane: I'll make lasagna!


Martha: That sounds delicious! I know my cousins are going to be there. I'm sure they'll love it.

Jane:  Maybe I'll bake a cake.


Martha:  They'll love it.

Jane: Well, if you say so... Is there going to be a theme for the party?


Martha: No, I don't think so. Just a chance to get together and have fun.

Jane: I'm sure it'll be lots of fun.


Martha: But I'm going to hire a clown!

Jane: A clown? You must be joking!


Martha: No, no. As I child, I always wanted a clown. Now, I'm going to have my clown at my own party.

Jane : I'm sure everyone will have a good laugh.


Martha: That's the plan!


Question Time!

1. Why isn't Martha going out?

a.The weather's bad.

b.She has an appointment.

c.She's going to have a party.


2. What does Jane think might happen?

a.The weather will get worse.

b.The sun will come out later.

c.It'll get colder soon.


3. What's Martha going to do soon?

a.Go to work

b.Make lunch

c.Have a a party


4. Why does Jane change her mind about cooking lasagna for the party?

a.She doesn't have all the ingredients necessary.

b.She can't come to the party.

c.She's nervous about cooking lasagna for Italians.


5. What's the theme of the party?

a.There's no theme, just a chance to get together.

b.Clowns are the theme.

c.It's a baby shower for her friend.


6. Which entertainment is Martha going to have?

a.There'll be a clown.

b.She's serving a special dinner.

c. She's asked a band to play.



PRESENT CONTINUOUS TENSE

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