Communicating » 2A Interacting
Sue: Did you hear the news? Ian and Monica decided to get married.
Mike: No way! Has he told his parents yet?
Sue: Yes, he told them last night.
Mike: When did they meet?
Sue: They met last year.
Mike: Has she finished college?
Sue: No, she hasn't finished yet.
ES.5
Monica: Well, have you told your parents yet?
Ian: Yes - I've just told them! Gran's really pleased but my parents aren't too happy.
Monica: Oh dear. I'm so glad that my parents have already accepted the idea.
Ian: I'd really like to see you. Have you finished your work yet?
Monica: No, I haven't finished it yet. It's really difficult. Have you ever felt that you just can't concentrate?
Ian: Hold on a minute...
Margaret: Sorry to interrupt. I've just talked to your mum and dad and everything's going to be OK. Oh, and give my love to Monica.
Ian: Thanks, Gran! Did you hear that, Monica?
Monica: Yes, I did. Listen - I'll do my work tomorrow. We need to celebrate!
ES. 6
1. A: Have you heard from Ben yet?
B: Yes, I've just talked to him. He phoned e minute ago.
2. A: When are you going to tidy your room?
B: Mum, I've already done it. I did it an hour ago!
3. 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 minute.
4. 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 favourite TV programme has just started...
PAG. 53 ES. 10
1. They have known each other for 56 years.
2. They have lived in Stretford since 1961.
3. They have lived in their house for 20 years.
4. No, they haven't. They haven't a serious argument since Christmas 1977.
ES. 11
1. My boyfriend is Ian.
2. Pat still lives here.
3. Karen is still married.
4. Jane is on holiday now.
ES. 12
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. We've known the Smiths for ten years.
6. Norm and Jane have been in love for a long time.
ES. 13
FOR: ten minutes, a long time, ages, a week, most of my life
SINCE: 7 o'clock, Tuesday, 1st January, 2004, last night
1. I haven't received a text message for ten minutes.
2. They have known them for a long time.
3. He has lived in Italy since 2004.
4. She hasn't seen him since 1st January.
ES.15
1. How long have you taught at this school?
- I have taught at this school for 30 years.
2. How long have you spoken English?
- I have spoken English for 40 years.
3. How long have you been a teacher?
- I have been a teacher for 35 years.
4. How long have you lived in your house?
- I have lived in my house since 1990.
5. How long have you owned you car?
- I have owned my car for 35 years.
6. How long have you had your watch?
- I have had my watch since 1980.