Speaking exam Interaction Intermediate Level Valencia 2009 by Isabel Cota

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DIALOGUE – 1 TASK 2.1 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. LEARNING MORE You and your friend have decided to take a course to improve your English. You have information about an intensive course in England. Mention the most important characteristics of your course share the information and decide which of the courses is the best one. INTENSIVE ENGLISH COURSE

Points to consider 

Highly intensive learning groups of 5 to 8 students

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Suitable for business and professional people and other highly motivated learners

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You can work even more intensively by choosing extra One-to-One lessons

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The course also develops your everyday English, pronunciation and grammar, together with reading and writing skills for work, travel and social situations

Number of lessons per week: Starting Dates: Every Monday Timetable: 09.00-13.00 Mon-Fri

Price: course £299 per week Weekly accommodation available £200 1

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CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. LEARNING MORE You and the other candidate have decided to take a course to improve your English. You have information about an an online course. Mention the most important characteristics of your course, share the information and decide which of the courses is the best one.

ONLINE ENGLISH COURSE Points to consider The Spring Online Course offers an opportunity for students to: Study with a first class tutor from the convenience of their own homes Have their own UK native English speaking tutor, who contacts them online two to three times a week and marks all of their work Study English successfully in a virtual educational world where they can constantly interact with other students and have unlimited opportunities to practise their reading and writing Fees: £595 Course begins: October 2009

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DIALOGUE – 2 TASK 2.2 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. First time buyers You and your partner have decided to buy your first house together. You would like to buy a flat in the centre of town near all the shops and amenities and most importantly near your office, which is right in the centre. You have seen one that seems perfect. Share the information with your partner and decide which of the properties is the best one for you.

CENTRAL DUPLEX Points to consider 

A beautiful modern duplex apartment situated on the fifth and sixth floor

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Close to station and city centre

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Accommodation:- Downstairs: Entrance Hall, Bathroom, double bedroom and large lounge

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From the hallway there is a spiral staircase to the upper floor: dining room, separate fitted kitchen; master bedroom, ensuite bathroom

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Lift and secure undercover car space.

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Gym facilities Remote sea views Price :€450,000

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DIALOGUE – 2 TASK 2.2 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. First time buyers You and your partner have decided to buy your first house together. You would like to live in the countryside. You have seen a house that seems perfect. Share your information with your partner and decide which of the properties is the best one for you. HOUSE FOR SALE Points to consider  

Built in 1990, well kept by previous owners Two-storey threebedroom house with a great garden.

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Accommodation two reception rooms, spacious kitchen/ dining space, play room, private garden

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The first floor offers, three well-proportioned bedrooms and a bathroom with the additional advantage of a loft room with lots of storage space.

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Conveniently located just 2 km. away from popular shopping facilities

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Price :€400,000

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DIALOGUE – 3 TASK 2.3 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. Buying a car You and your partner have decided to buy a new car. You love fast cars and have been looking at buying a second hand sports car .You have done some research and there are a few models in the market you like. Share your information with your partner and decide which one to buy.

PEUGEOT 9009

Points to consider 

Great looking

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Fabulous speed

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Top specifications

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Good second hand opportunities

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Luxury interior

Peugeot 9009=€ 24.000

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DIALOGUE – 3 TASK 2.3 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. Buying a car You and your partner have decided to buy a new car. You are a concerned citizen and would like to buy an eco-friendly hybrid car. You have done some research and there are a few models in the market you like. Share your information with your partner and decide which one to buy.

TOYOTA PRIUS Points to consider 

You love new technologies

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Fuel efficient

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Tax breaks and incentives

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Non-polluting

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Worried about the future of the planet

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Fun design

Toyota Prius Price:€17.000

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DIALOGUE – 4 TASK 2.4 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. Evening Classes You and your partner have decided you should take up an evening class in a nearby college. You have a sedentary life as you work in an office and sit in front of the computer most of the time and you would benefit from an active class. There is a salsa dance you would like to join. Share the information with your partner and decide which of the courses is the right one.

SALSA DANCING CLASS Points to consider 

Exercise

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Learn a new dancing style

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Sociable activity

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Love music

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Good skill

Wednesday and Fridays 7.-8pm Price per month; €40

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DIALOGUE – 4 TASK 2.4 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. Evening Classes You and your partner have decided you should take up an evening class in a nearby college. You would benefit from an intellectual course as your job as a supermarket assistant is very repetitive. There is Chinese language course you would like to join. Share the information with your partner and decide which of the courses is the right one.

CHINESE LANGUAGE LESSON Points to consider 

Stimulation for the brain

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Good skill to have

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Possibilities for job promotion

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Official qualification

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Great for travelling

Tuesdays 18.30-20.00 Monthly fee € 60

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DIALOGUE – 5 TASK 2.5 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. After school club You and your partner are deciding what after school club you should send your child to. You think a group sport would be the right one and they offer a good football one. Share the information with your partner and decide which of the courses is the right one.

FOOTBALL CLUB

Points to consider 

Team spirit

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You can follow football on TV

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Popular sport

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Good exercise

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Open air sport

Junior football club Tuesday and Thursday 17.00-18.00. Junior League

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DIALOGUE – 5 TASK 2.5 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. After school club You and your partner are deciding what after school club you should send your child to. You think a self-defence sport would be the right one and they offer a good judo one. Share the information with your partner and decide which of the courses is the right one. JUDO CLUB Points to consider 

Good self defence skills

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Olympic winner as teacher

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Concentration skills

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No need for a team to practice

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Nice atmosphere

Miriam Blasco’s Judo club Children’s club Tuesdays 18.30-20.00 Monthly fee € 60

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DIALOGUE – 6 TASK 2.6 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. GETTING FIT You have decided with your friends that you all desperately need to get fit as the summer is here and you live by the seaside. You think the best way to achieve fitness is by joining a gym. One has just opened near you. Share the information with your partner(s) and decide which of the options is the right one.

Points to consider 

Membership offer

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Choice of exercise classes

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Sociable atmosphere

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Swimming pool

Fitness club Membership monthly; €80 June offer, bring up to 2 friends half price

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DIALOGUE – 6 TASK 2.6 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

In this part of the exam, you are going to take part in a conversation with the other candidate. You have different information about an imaginary situation. The conversation will last about 5 minutes. GETTING FIT You have decided with your friends that you all desperately need to get fit as the summer is here and you live by the seaside. You think the best way is to enjoy open air activities. Share the information with your partner(s) and decide which of the options is the right one.

Points to consider 

Best things in life are free

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Jogging

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Swimming in the sea

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Walking to work instead of driving

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Play tennis at friends courts

Anytime anywhere. Cost €0

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DIALOGUE – 6 TASK 2.6 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE C

You have decided with your friends that you all desperately need to get fit as the summer is here and you live by the seaside. You believe that diet is the key to fitness as well as some gentle exercise. The council organises Tai Chi on the beach and you know a health shop where they will design a personalised diet. Share the information with your partner(s) and decide which of the options is the right one.

Points to consider 

Dieting is essential

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Good health shop with dietician

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Open air Tai Chi

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Relaxation and concentration as well as gentle exercise

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Combining exercise and diet

On the beach. Cost Personalised diet €50 Tai Chi on the beach €30

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DIALOGUE – 7 TASK 2.7 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

A trip to remember You and your partner have decided to go on holiday together. You have both agreed to look for a destination near the seaside. You have arranged to meet to discuss where to go after visiting several travel agencies. Lynmouth seems perfect because you love good food, going for long walks and love nature. Share the information with your partner and decide which destination is best. LYNMOUTH (NORTH DEVON)

Points to consider;

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Romantic atmosphere.

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Four-hour drive from London.

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Local Cuisine: fresh salmon, meat, game and delicious puddings.

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Rising Sun Hotel: a group of little cottages with fabulous views dating from 1350 near the harbour.

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Natural surroundings: rivers, valleys and moorland.

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Getting around: on foot, on horseback or by bike.

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Famous for its delicious cream teas.

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DIALOGUE – 7 TASK 2.7 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

A trip to remember You and your partner have decided to go on holiday together. You have both agreed to look for a destination near the seaside. You have arranged to meet to discuss where to go after visiting several travel agencies. Blackpool seems perfect because you love busy places and exciting nightlife. Share the information with your partner and decide which destination is best. BLACKPOOL Points to consider:

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Biggest holiday resort in Europe.

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More beds in guest houses than the whole of Portugal.

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Bed & Breakfast owned by Lancashire landlady. Good English breakfast.

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Cheap fast food: hotdogs, fish and chips, ice-cream…

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Attractions: the pier, lots of shows, amusement parks.

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Tallest roller coaster in the world!

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Direct flights to Blackpool airport.

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DIALOGUE – 8 TASK 2.8 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

CRUISE OR COACH You and your partner have decided to go on holiday together. You have arranged to meet to discuss where to go before you visit a travel agency or start looking on the Internet. Share the information with your partner and decide which option is the best for you. BRODENBACH (GERMANY) Points to consider: Luxembourg and France are on either side of the Moselle Valley, surrounded by romantic castles, vineyards and quaint villages.

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DAY 1: One full day of travel to arrive at destination.

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DAY 2: Explore the beautiful Moselle Valley and a local spa.

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DAY 3: Visits to Cologne and Linz.

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DAY 4: Visit to Rüdesheim, famous for its castle and its many little wine bars and pubs. Delicious locally produced brandy with coffee.

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DAY 5: Free local activities in hotel.

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DAY 6: Return trip

Price: 300 euros: excursions and dinner at hotel included.

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DIALOGUE – 8 TASK 2.8 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

CRUISE OR COACH You and your partner have decided to go on holiday together. You have arranged to meet to discuss where to go before you visit a travel agency or start looking on the Internet. Share the information with your partner and decide which option is the best for you. JEWELS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN Points to consider 7-day cruise. Visit the best of the Mediterranean:

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DAY 1: Palma (Spain)

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DAY 2: Ship at sea.

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DAY 3: Palermo, the capital of Sicily (Italy)

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DAY 4: Naples (Italy).

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DAY 5: Olbia (Sardinia).

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DAY 6: Toulon (France)

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Day 7: Barcelona (Spain)

Cabin: fits two to three people Price: 700 euros per person inclusive 2 restaurants, 5 bars, 2 lounges, casino, 2 swimming pools, library, beauty salon, Kidzone, video arcade, gymnasium, saunas, medical centre, Internet access, air-conditioned throughout, stabilised, worldwide satellite telephone, telex and fax.

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DIALOGUE – 9 TASK 2.9 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

Cookery courses You and your partner would like to spend your next holidays doing something different. You are both keen on doing a cookery course abroad but don’t know where to go yet. You are a fan of traditional cuisine. Share the information you have with your partner and decide which place is best. CHEZ GUSTEAU Points to consider:  Traditional Gourmet French Cooking Classes in English in the beautiful Loire Valley

 One of "The five best Cookschools in France"

 Top chefs, luxury accommodation

 Learn in a supportive, relaxed & fun atmosphere

 Extensive hands-on time in the kitchen

 Learn professional style presentation skills

 Individual attention guaranteed, four guests to one chef Euros € 1595.00 per person for a one-week course, self-catering accommodation included

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DIALOGUE – 9 TASK 2.9 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE B

Cookery courses You and your partner would like to spend your next holidays doing something different. You are both keen on doing a cookery course abroad but don’t know where to go yet. You love experimenting with modern cuisine. Share the information you have with your partner and decide which place is best.

Points to consider

 Central London location  International reputation as a top school in modern fusion cuisine

 Holiday courses to improve cookery skills in an enjoyable atmosphere

 1-4 week courses  Fully-equipped demonstration kitchen with an overhead mirror. Students can see what is happening at every cooking stage.

 Free access to a library of cookery books and food and wine magazines, Wi-Fi connection and access to a computer.

 One-week course: € 700 per person (accommodation not included)

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DIALOGUE – 10 TASK 2.10 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

Keeping things tidy You have agreed to share a flat with another student and you would like to decide what household chores each of you is going to do. You have been given a grant to study at a college in Glasgow for six months. It’s a great opportunity but you are going to be a bit pressed for money.

Points to consider

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Save money to spend on other things

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Flat not too big (80 square metres)

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You’re good at cooking, but don’t like doing the shopping

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Groceries can be delivered to the flat

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Eating out every day expensive

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You need a tidy place to concentrate on studies

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Student hall meals not very healthy

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CANDIDATE B

Keeping things tidy You are going to study a postgraduate business diploma at a college in Glasgow for six months. You have agreed to share a flat with another student but you don’t plan to spend a lot of time in the flat. Your flatmate will bring up the subject of sharing the housework to see which ones each of you will do.

Points to consider

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Money is not a problem

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Cleaning lady once a week

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Reasonably-priced meals at student hall

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Keeping your own bedroom clean and tidy is ok.

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You hate cooking but love healthy homemade food.

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You need a tidy place to concentrate on studies

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Back home you never did any housework

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DIALOGUE – 11 TASK 2.11 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

A day out You and your partner have decided to get away from London this weekend. You have both agreed to look for a nearby destination. You think a day trip to The Black Forest seems perfect because you are an animal and nature lover. Share the information with your partner and decide which destination is best. THE BLACK FOREST FALCONRY & ANIMAL FARM BED & BREAKFAST Points to consider Bed and Breakfast home, a delightfully maintained 15th century Grade II Listed National Trust farmhouse In The Black Forest.

 Easily accessible by road, train or bus (three hours from London).

 Ideal Weekend break b&b or short activity holiday.

 Ideal for walking holidays  Animal activities include horse riding

 High quality accommodation for £30 per person per night. Activities not included in the price.

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CANDIDATE B

A day out You and your partner have decided to get away from London this weekend. You have both agreed to look for a nearby destination. You think a day trip to Bath and Stonehenge is perfect because you are a history and architecture lover. Share the information with your partner and decide which destination is best. STONEHENGE AND BATH Points to consider: One-day coach trip includes:

 A visit to Stonehenge, the most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a UNESCO world heritage site.

 Lunch stop in the second oldest pub in Britain.

 Private tour of the Roman baths followed by the guided coach tour of the city

 In the afternoon, free time to shop and explore this beautiful Georgian city with delightful terraces and architecture.

 Afternoon tea in the Pump Rooms while listening to the string quartet.  Price: £61 adult, £54 child (6-12) 23

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DIALOGUE – 12 TASK 2.12 INTERACTION

CANDIDATE A

A memorable evening You and your partner have decided to go have a nice meal out. You have both agreed to look for a place in central London so that you can have a drink or two and use public transport to get back home. You are a sports fan and enjoy joining in the cheering and shouting of an excited crowd. You like typical British food and drink. Share the information with your partner and decide which place is best.

THE ESSEX SERPENT

6 Kings Street, Covent Garden, London,

Points to consider

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Sky TV, big screen England rugby final live on Saturday fans gather here to watch matches

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Fruit and quiz machines

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Serves a simple yet quality menu (good steak and kidney pie, Moroccan salad, battered haddock and a selection of sandwiches and burgers)

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A small selection of quality draught beers and ciders. Fairly large wine list

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The Essex Serpent has plenty of charisma and its Saturday rugby games make it well worth paying a visit

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In the heart of London

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CANDIDATE B

A memorable evening You and your partner have decided to go have a nice meal out. You have both agreed to look for a place in central London so that you can have a drink or two and use public transport to get back home. You are a theatre lover and wouldn’t mind seeing a play and eating well on the same evening. Your taste in food is more sophisticated than your partner’s. Share the information with your partner and decide which place is best. SARASTRO’S Drury Lane, London Points to consider

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Conveniently-located dining destination near major train stations. Opposite The Old Vic Theatre.

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Attracts everyone from nearby office workers to commuters, travellers and theatre-goers.

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The menu is mostly French, with an occasional British twist.

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Prices vary from about £7 to £14 for starters and mains from about £10 to £20. Desserts are £5.50 and include nicely sized chocolate fondant.

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The wine list is long and affordable. Long-list of reasonably-priced cocktails as well.

Pre and post theatre menus available.