Planned Trips (Future Progressive)
Q: Describe one activity you’re excited about for your next trip. Why is it special?
A: "I’m excited about visiting the Eiffel Tower because I’ve always dreamed of seeing it in person."
Q: Write a thank-you message to someone who gave you a gift.
A: "Thank you so much for the thoughtful gift. I really appreciate it!"
Q: If a call doesn’t go through, what could be the problem?
A: "The signal might be weak, or the line might be busy."
Q: Complete this sentence: 'I _______ (still/not anymore) talk to my high school best friend every week.'
A: "I still talk to my high school best friend every week."
Q: Your friend says, "I’ll be packing my suitcase tonight." How do you respond to show interest and keep the conversation going?
A: "Oh, nice! What are you packing? Do you have a checklist for your trip?"
Q: Complete this sentence: 'I want to _________ (express) my gratitude for all your help.'
A: "I want to express my gratitude for all your help."
Q: What does it mean to "hold on" during a phone call?
A: "It means to wait for a moment."
Q: Ask your friend if they still play a sport they used to love.
A: "Do you still play soccer every weekend?"
Q: What three things will you be doing on the first day of your trip?
A: Example: "I’ll be checking into my hotel, exploring the city center, and trying local food."
Q: When writing a thank-you note, what polite phrases can you use to show appreciation?
A: "Thank you so much," "I truly appreciate it," "I am deeply grateful," etc.
Q: Use a call-related phrasal verb in this sentence: "I couldn’t _________ my friend because the signal was bad."
A: "I couldn’t get through to my friend because the signal was bad."
Q: How can you politely ask a relative if they’re still working at the same job?
A: "Are you still working at the same company, or have you moved on?"
Q: Pretend you’re a travel vlogger. Describe what you’ll be filming for your audience during your trip.
A: Example: "I’ll be filming the sunset at the beach, trying street food, and talking to locals about the culture."
Q: Write a thank-you message to someone who hosted you on a weekend trip.
A: "Thank you for hosting me this weekend. Your kindness made it unforgettable!"
Q: Your friend asks you to "call up" someone for a meeting. What do they mean?
A: "They mean to make a phone call to that person."
Q: Compare two friends’ relationships with you using "still" and "not anymore."
A: "Emma still calls me every week, but Maria doesn’t stay in touch anymore."
Q: Imagine you’re planning a surprise trip for a friend. What will you both be doing, and how will you keep it a surprise?
A: Example: "We’ll be visiting a theme park and staying at a nearby hotel, but I’ll tell them it’s just a day trip to the city!"
Q: Write a thank-you note to a coworker who covered for you at work. Use a mix of formal and casual tones.
A: "I truly appreciate you covering for me while I was away. It means a lot to have such a reliable teammate!"
Q: Describe a situation where you couldn’t "get through to" someone, and explain how you solved it.
A: Example: "I couldn’t get through to my mom because her phone was off, so I sent her an email instead."
Q: Describe how your relationship with a family member has changed over time using "still" and "not anymore."
A: Example: "My brother and I still talk about sports, but we don’t argue about little things anymore."