9.A. Accepting or refusing invitations: Listening

LISTENING

Listen to the expressions and conversations. Then, select the option that best describes the objective of each section. Click on "Check" to confirm your answers.

   1.Let’s learn how to …      2.Let’s practice some useful expressions…      3.Let’s put everything together…   


Accept invitations

A: Would you like to have dinner with me on Friday?
B: That’s very kind of you, thanks.
B: Great idea! Thanks.
B: That sounds lovely.
B: That sounds great, thanks.
B: I would love to, thanks.



Refuse invitations

A: Would you like to have lunch on Friday?
B: Thanks for asking, but I’m afraid I’m busy.
B: Sorry. I’m afraid I have to work until late.
B: Sorry but I’m very busy that day.
B: I would like to, but I have to attend a meeting that day.
B: Thank you, but I can’t. I already have an appointment that day.





I’d love to.
Sounds like fun!
Sounds great!
I’m terribly / awfully sorry.
I’m afraid I’m …
How about going to the movies today?






Conversation
A: Hello Mary! Long time no see.
B: Hi Peter! How are you doing?
A: Well, I’m working very hard so I’m a little bit tired.
B: Yes and you look stressed. You need a break! Why don’t you go to the movies?
A: Good idea. Would you like to go with me?
B: Sounds like fun! Which movie would you like to watch?
A: The Iron Lady.
B: And what about having dinner after the movie?
A: Sorry, I’m afraid I only have time for a movie. I have to work early tomorrow.