Acting out a dialogue
• Tell Ss to imagine that they have a problem
with a new neighbour.
• In pairs Ss act out their dialogues, using the
dialogue in Ex. 6 as a model. Write the dialogue
plan on the board to help Ss.

• Ss record their dialogues. Play a few dialogues
to the class.
Suggested Answer Key
A: Hi, I’m Paula Jenkins from next door. I
don’t think we’ve met yet.
B: Oh, hi. I’m Carla. Pleased to meet you.
Would you like to come in?
A: Oh, no, thanks. I’m on my way to town.
just wondered if I could have a quick word.
B: Sure, go ahead.
A: Well, it’s just that your dog has been
coming into my garden and has dug up a
few of my plants.
B: Oh dear, I’m sorry. I’ll make sure that he
stays at home in future.
A: Thanks so much, Carla, I appreciate that.
B: You’re welcome! Oh, by the way, I’m going
to a dog show this weekend! You could
come too!
A: Oh, err.. well, OK then. That would be fun!