Ex. 1 page. 84

1. Steve and Wendy are seeing them at seven.
2. Wendy is bringing the tickets.
3. She is going at 2.00 playing tennis with Sally.
4. Then, she is collecting the kids from school at 3.30.
5. Francesca is flying to Paris at 9.25.
6. She is returning at 18.50.

Ex. 2 page. 84

1. A What are you doing on Wednesday?

B I’m playing football. We play every Wednesday, remember.

2. A Where are you going for your holidays this year?

B We are going to the USA for a couple of weeks, actually.

    We are staying with my cousins in San Francisco. What about you?

A Oh, we aren’t having a big holiday this year. Maybe a few short trips here and there.

3. A Richard and I are going for a pizza tonight. Do you fancy coming with us?

B I’d love to, but I’m seeing Lara tonight. She is coming round to my house at about 6.30 and then             we are going out, maybe to see a film. Do you want to come with us?

A Thanks, but as I said, I am going for a pizza with Richard. Say “Hi” to Lara, though.

4. A Are you doing anything this weekend?

B My cousin is getting married on Saturday. In Paris, actually.

A A weekend in Paris. Nice!

B Well, we aren’t staying very long. We are flying there on Saturday morning and we are coming back first thing on Sunday.

Ex. 3 page. 85

Nicole: Hello, Nicole speaking.

Angelina: Hi Nicole. It’s Angelina. Are you busy on Friday? I’ve got so much to tell you.

Nicole: I’m pretty busy, actually. I’m meeting my personal trainer at the gym a ten. And then, I’m getting my hair done at 11.30.

Angelina: OK, how about lunch then?

Nicole: I’d love to, but I’m meeting Keira for lunch.

Angelina: And the afternoon?

Nicole: Well, I’m having an audition for Spielberg at three. And then at five I’m collecting Johnny from the studio.

Angelina: Dinner?

Nicole: Sorry, but I’m having dinner with Jude.

Angelina: Saturday?

Nicole: Well, at 8.30 I’m meeting Orlando at the airport and then at ten we are flying to Cannes for the film festival. Maybe one day next week.

Angelina: I’ll call you buy.

Ex. 4 page. 85

1. I’m going shopping.
2. I’m not playing football.
3. I’m going to the cinema.
4. I’m playing with friends.
5. I’m visiting my friend.
6. A friend isn’t coming round for dinner.
7. My family and I are going out for a meal.
8. I’m not staying at home and doing homework.

Ex. 1 page. 89

1. Your friend’s homework is difficult. You’ll help it.
2. Someone has a message for your sister. You’ll tell her.
3. Your scooter is blocking someone’s car. You’ll move it.
4. The phone rings. You’ll get it.
5. You borrowed €5 from your friend. You’ll get them back tomorrow.
6. Your friends wants to speak to you. You’ll call him this evening.
7. Your mother is very tired. You’ll cook dinner.
8. Everybody has finished eating dinner. You’ll clear the table.

Ex. 2 page. 89

1. A I’m going out.

B When will you be back?

A I’ll back in an hour.

2. A It’s Claudia’s birthday next week?

B How old will she be?

A I’ll think 22.

3. A Can you call me later?

B Sure. You’ll be at home at 6.30?

A No. I won’t be back until after 7.

4. A I’ve booked a taxi.

B When will it be here?

A It will be here in about 5 minutes.

5. A Did you see the weather forecast for today?

B No. I’ll hope it won’t be as bad as yesterday.

A I’ll check on the website.

Ex. 3 page. 89

1. Travel industry experts predict that space tourism will be e reality by 2025.
2. Tomorrow it will be a little cooler than today, with the possibility of rain later on.
3. There will be more about presidential election later in the programme.
4. Jones’s injury means he won’t make part in next week’s match against Napoli.

Ex. 4 page. 89

1. It will be sunny at the weekend.
2. I will be married by the time I’m 25.
3. I won’t be a millionaire by the time I’m 30.
4. I don’t think that Italy will win the next world cup.
5. I don’t think I’ll live to be 100.
6. Italy won’t have a new president next year.

Ex. 5 page. 89

1. Shall I help you?
2. Shall we go for a pizza.
3. Shall we meet us at the cinema.
4. When shall I call you?

Ex. 3 page. 93

Hi Bianca. Are you doing anything tonight?

Yeah. I’m going to see a film with Hans and Cindy.

What are you going to see?

We’re not sure. We’re deciding when we get to the cinema.

We’re meeting outside the ABC cinema at 7 if you want to come with us.

Thanks, but I’m seeing Carlo tonight. I’ll call you tomorrow.

Great! Talk to you then.

I need to ask Mrs Newton something about my assigment.

I do to. I’m going to make an appointment with her for Thursday or Friday afternoon.

Are you? I’ll make one with her, too, then.

Good idea. Shall we see if she’s in the stuff room now?

Yes, let’s. we need to hurry. Our next lesson start in ten minutes.

Are you doing anything this weekend?

Yes, I’m going to York.

That’s nice. I like York. What are you doing there?

My sister lives there. It’s her birthday on Saturday, so she’s having a party. My brother’s going, too.

How are you getting there? Are you driving?

No, we’re going by train. There’s a train on Friday afternoon.

Anyway, are you being back here on Sunday evening? I was thinking we could see a film or something.

I don’t think I’ll be able to, I’m afraid. We probably get back late on Sunday evening. But if we’re back in time, I’ll let you know.

OK, great. Have a goodtime and say “ Happy birthday” to your sister for me.

I’m going to.

Ex. 5 page. 94

1. A. I don’t think I’ve got your number phone.
2. Really? Ok, I will give it to you know.
3. A. have you phoned for a taxi yet?

B. No, I haven’t. I will do it in a minute.

3. A. do you want to go out on Saturday evening?
4. sorry, I can’t.  My grandparents are coming round for dinner.
5. A. where are you going?
6. to the shop. I’m getting some coffee.
7. I think we also need some bread.
8. Ok, I will get some bread as well.

A. be quick. It closes in about ten minutes.

5. A. can you lend me 10 euros?
6. sure, here you are.

A. thanks. I will pay you back tomorrow.

6. A. why are you putting those old clothes on?

B. I’m cleaning the windows.

A. I will help you, if you like.

B. thanks.

7. A.  it’s Bella’s birthday on Friday. We’ve organized a surprise party for her.

B. don’t worry- I don’t tell her. But I think she will go out with her family on Friday evening.

A. that’s ok. The party is being on Saturday, at my house.

 

Ex. 6 page. 94

1. A. Are you doing anything Friday evening?

B. yes. I’m seeing a band with Carla. They’re called The Change. Do you want to come?

A. Great. I’ll put it my diary.

2. A. there’s a documentary about the history of football on TV tonight.

B. Oh, I tell Tony. He’s mad about football. What time is it on?

A. It’ll be on at 7.30, I think. On channel 5.

3. A. Are you going on holiday this summer?

B. We’re going to Ireland for two weeks. We’ve rented a cottage.

4. A. Hurry up! The film starts.

B. Ok, I’ll be there in one minute.

5. A. Do you fancy going for a pizza this evening?

B. I can’t. I’m going out with Stephanie this evening. What about tomorrow? I’m not doing anything   

     tomorrow night.

6. A. Ok, tomorrow night, then. Shall we meet at Fratelli’s at about 7?

B. Ok, that sounds great.