Communicating » 2A Interacting
S: Have you heard the news? Ian and Monica have decided to get married.
M: No way! Has he told his parents yet?
S: Yes, he has told them last night.
M: When have they met?
S: They have met last year.
M: Has she finished college?
S: No, she hasn't finished yet.
Exercise 5 page 51
Mo: Well, have you told your parents yet?
I: Yes - I've just told them! Gran's really pleased but my parents aren't too happy.
Mo: Oh dear. I'm so glad that my parents have just accepted the idea.
I: I'd really like to see you. Have you finished your work yet?
Mo: No, I haven't finishes yet.
I: Hold on a minute ...
Ma: Sorry to interrupt. I've already talked to your mum and dad and everything's going to be
OK. Oh, and give me love to Monica.
I: Thanks, Gran! Did you hear that Monica?
Mo: Yes, I did. Listen - I'll do my work tomorrow. We need to celebrate!
Exercise 6 page 51
A: Have you heard from Ben yet?
B: Yes, I've just talked to him. He phoned a minute ago.
A: When are you going to tidy your room?
B: Mum, I've already done it. I did it an hour ago!
A: Can I use the computer, Joe? I've just remembered - I have to send an email!
B: Hang on. I haven't finished checking my emails yet. I need five more minutes.
A: Oh, no! I haven't done my homework yet!
B: Well, it's only 7 p.m. You can do it now.
A: But my favorite TV programme has just started...
Exercise 7 page 51
A: Have you ever met anyone famous?
B: No, I have not. But my mother has met Katy Perry
A: Have you ever had a blind date?
B: Yes, I have. It has been horrible!
A: Have you ever seen your favorite band in a concert?
B: No, I haven't. I've never had the opportunity
Exercise 10 page 53
1. They have known each other for 56 years.
2. They have lived in Stratford for 20 years.
3. They have lived in their house since 1961.
4. They have had a serious argument since Christmas 1977.
Exercise 11 page 53
1. My boyfriend is Ian.
2. Pat lives here.
3. Karen is getting married.
4. Jane is on holiday.
Exercise 12 page 53
1. Joe has been in this room since 9 o'clock
2. Have you lived here for two years?
3. Our teacher has worked here since 2001.
4. How long have you studied English?
5. Norm and Jean have been in love for a long time.
Exercise 13 page 53
For: ten minutes, a long time, ages, a week, most of my life
Since: Tuesday, last night, 1 January, 2004
Exercise 14 page 53
How long have you been a student at this school? I've been here for one year.
How long have you know your best friend? I've know my best friend since I was child.
How long have you lived in your house? I've lived in my house for 16 years.
How long have you like your favorite artist? I've liked since 2009.
How long have you had your pullover? I've had for 2 years.
Exercise 15 page 53
1. How long have you taught at this school? I've at this school since 1988.
2. How long have you spoken English? I've spoken English for 50 years.
3. How long have you been a teacher? I've been a teacher since 1970
4. How long have you lived in your house? I've lived in my house for 47 years.
5. How long have you owned your car? I've owned my car since last year.
6. How long have you had your watch? I've had my watch since I was