1. Every Man to his Taste Listening and Speaking Practice

2. Outdoor Gear a bike helmet a tent a sleeping bag a rucksack a mat a travel money belt a cool box a compass an insect repellent a sunscreen sunglasses a running hydration pack a torch a first-aid set a map a pot a gas cooker

3. Discuss what you will/won’t need to take with you in order to join a cycling tour.

4. Discuss the following: Do you like going to such sporting events? Which is your favourite sport? (give reasons) Which sporting event would you (not) take young children to? Why (not)?

5. Asking for Permission; Polite requests Would it be OK if … ? Could/can I/you … ? Certainly. All right. Sorry, but.. I’d rather you didn’t.

6. Taking a Phone Message Taking a Phone Message Put the replies in the correct order: Good morning. Dixon & Co – how can I help you? Who is speaking, please? One moment, please… I’m afraid Mr Jackson isn’t in his office at the moment. Would you like to leave a message? Right. I’ll make sure Mr Jackson gets the message. Yes, please. Could you tell him that I won’t be able to meet him tomorrow, as I’ll be in Moscow? My name is Helen Baxter. Hello – can I speak to Colin Jackson, please? Thank you very much.

7. Joining a Gym join a gym pay joining fee how much does membership cost additional monthly // annual fee access to all equipment, including pool and jacuzzi // sauna /// spa // cafe extra charge for training sessions

8. At the Doctor’s get it X-rayed put your arm in plaster// put an ice-pack on it put an ice-pack on it to sprain to fracture ankle //wrist // jaw //rib //knee a bruise

9. Inviting a Friend to a Sporting Event What are you doing this … ? Why do you ask? I was wondering if you’d like to come … Oh, no! I wish I could go …, but … Never mind. Another time, perhaps? Thanks for asking me.