General English Level 5 GELEV5 Unit 01 Topic 03.doc  SPEAKING 04 Small talk - part 1 Practise small talk in these short conversations. 1. Read the conversations. 2. Listen to the conversations. 3. Practise saying each line. 1. Sharon and Todd meet at a party. Sharon: It's a great view, isn't it? Todd: Yes, it's beautiful. I wish I lived near the ocean. Hi, I'm Todd. Sharon: Hi, Todd, I'm Sharon. Are you enjoying the party? Todd: Yes, it's great. I love the music. How about you? Sharon: Yes, but I needed some fresh air. It's very crowded inside. Todd: Yes, there are a lot of people. It's very hot in there. Phew, I need a drink. I've been dancing all night. Would you like one? Sharon: No, thanks. I've got one. Todd: OK. Nice to meet you, Sharon. Maybe I'll see you on the dance floor. Sharon: Maybe. I need a bit more fresh air first. See you later. 2. Lei and Sompote meet in the park. Lei: Isn't it a beautiful day? Sompote: Yes, it's been lovely weather lately. Do you live around here? Lei: Yes, I live across the street. I come here whenever I can, just to sit and relax. Sompote: It's nice to have somewhere to sit in the sunshine. I only moved here last week. Lei: Really? Well, welcome to the neighbourhood. Do you like it here? Sompote: Yes, it's nice and quiet and people are friendly. Lei: Yes, that's true. Sompote: OK, I'm going for a walk. My doctor told me I have to exercise every day - I have a bad heart. Lei: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Sompote: Thanks, but I'm OK. I just have to take care of my health - exercise and eat well. Nice to chat to you. Lei: You too. Enjoy your walk. Sompote: Thanks. Enjoy the sunshine. 26 QUESTLANGUAGE