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!’m not very ( keen on- fond of... more tactful eg I’m not very keen on modern art. eg — Let’s go to the Picasso exhibition. — I don’t like modern art. I don’t feel like it (at the moment/just now). I’m too tired. I’m feeling rather tired (today/at the moment).— less abrupt We haven’t got time. Have we got time? There’s no point. I’d rather... eg — Let’s go on the bus. — I’d rather walk, if you don’t mind. I need some fresh air. I’d rather not. eg — Why don’t we call in and see Diana? — I’d rather not. She'll keep us talking for hours. Let’s not bother. Don’t let’s bother. Illustrative Dialogues Note: The style of all these dialogues is informal — semi-formal. Deciding what to do in the evening Ann: What shall we do tonight? Bill: Why don’t we go to the cinema? There’s a new Italian film on at the Odeon. Ann: I don’t feel like seeing a film. Bill: Well, how about asking Martin and Jenny round for supper? If they’re free, of course. Ann: That’s a good idea. We haven’t seen them for ages. But what can we give themJor supper? Bill: There’s some cold chicken. And we could make a salad. Ann: OK. I’ll go and give them a ring. Deciding where to spend one’s holiday Roger: Where shall we go for our holiday this year? Jean: Why not go to the south coast as usual? Roger: I’d rather go somewhere different this year. Besides, the south coast is always so crowded in summer. Jean: Have you got any definite ideas? Roger: I thought we might go to the Lake District for a change. Jean: But the Lake District’s almost as crowded as the south coast in the holiday season. What about Wales? We could try and rent a cottage somewhere quiet. Roger: Yes, let’s do that. The scenery there is really beautiful. Choosing a birthday present Sheila: What shall we give Carol for her birthday? Ruth: What about a record? She enjoys listening to music. Sheila: That’s a bit risky. We might buy something she’s already got. Ruth: Well, what do you suggest then? Sheila: Er... I know. Let’s give her an alarm clock. I heard her say she needed a new one. Ruth: That’s not a very exciting present. Sheila: Perhaps not, but at least it’s useful. Have you got a better idea? Ruth: Er... No. I can’t think of anything else at the moment. All right. Let’s give her an alarm clock. Going for a cup of coffee Sarah: Let’s go and have a cup of coffee. Richard: Have we got time? Sarah: Yes. I think so. We could go to that new piace in George Street. They serve you very quickly. Richard: Wouldn’t it be better to go somewhere nearer? It’s nearly eleven o’clock and the meeting starts at half past. Sarah: Where do you suggest? Richard: Well, there’s a coffee bar just round the corner. Sarah: We might as weii go there then. A Formal Discussion (at a meeting) Mr. Wilson: In my opinion we have spent long enough discussing this matter. I propose that a vote be taken. Mrs. Grant: I object. We need more reliable information on which to base a decision. I propose that the secretary present a detailed account of the situation at the next meeting. Mr. W'.: That will be too late. A decision has to be made this week. Mrs. G.: In that case I propose calling a special meeting for those directly concerned on Friday. Mr. W.: I agree, providing the secretary is willing.   taking a taxi; having a rest; going to the Hermitage; cleaning the windows; sending a telegram; going skiing; having something to eat; going to a concert; buying a newspaper; making some pancakes; buying a new television set; asking Mr. Forbes to speak at a meeting. Exercise 1. Read the dialogues in parts, noting how various kinds of suggestions are made and how to respond to them appropriately. Then learn one of them and reproduce it with another student in class. Exercise 2. Make up suggestions, using one item from each column.
Exercise 3. Suggest the following to one of your fellow-students, who then replies. Exercise 4. Express conditional agreement with the following suggestions, using the words in brackets. Model: — Let’s go out for a meal tonight, (not go anywhere too expensive) — All right, as long as we don’t go anywhere too expensive. Let’s go away for the weekend, (your mother — stay with the children) What about giving a party on—Saturday? (you — do tire shopping) Why not go to the Goya exhibition? (not have to queue) How about playing a double? (I play with John) Let’s go and see the new French film, (finish cleaning the flat first) We could visit the House of Commons, (not closed for the summer recess) Let’s go swimming, (the water — not too cold) How about going to the country by car? (you drive) Exercise 5. One student suggests having a party and then asks for suggestions about: when to have it; what food to serve; where to have it; what kind of music to have; who to invite; who shall be responsible for what. The others make suggestions. ! 1. Advice Advice often takes the form of a suggestion. Why don’t you...? Why not...? eg — I’m so tired. — Why ( don’t you ) go to bed? 1 not I Other widely used forms are: If s were you, id... You’d better (not)... You should/ought (not)...— Ought tends to be slightly stronger than should. I think you should/ought... I don’t think you should/ought... You must(n’t)...— more pressing advice eg You (really) must read his latest novel. It’s absolutely fascinating. ! advise you (not) to...— formal Replies vary according to the form in which the advice is given and the situation. However, the following phrases often occur. Agreement: Yes, 1 (certainly) will. 1 think 1 will. Perhaps I’d better.  (Yes,) I I think Perhaps suppose i I’d better. 1 I should. j you’re right. That’s a good idea. Disagreement: I don't agree. I’d rather/better not. 1 think that would be a mistake. 1 don’t think that’s a very good idea.  (I’m afraid) < I can’t. I haven’t got time, it’s too late. I can’t afford it/to. it’s not allowed. Why should I? — abrupt, possibly rude I don’t see why I should.— same meaning but less abrupt ^ ^ ^ Here are some useful phrases giving advice. Take it easy. \ Relax. i informal. Used only among friends. Don’t panic. J Take your time. Don’t take it (too much) to heart. Illustrative Examples I’ve got a terrible headache Why don’t you He down for halt an hour? ! i h'mk l a ill - This hook is very difficult to understand. You ?.hould try something easier first. Perhaps you’re right. — My room’s so cold. Is it? Well, you’d better get an electric fire. That’s a good idea. — it takes me over an hour to get to work. If 1 were you I’d change my job. I’d rather not. You see, 1 enjoy rny work. — I’m putting on weight'. You should go on a diet. I suppose I should. But I haven’t got enough willpower. —Mary was very offended when I said she was lazy. I’m not surprised, i think you ought to apologize. Why should I? It’s true. She lets me do everything. — I can’t afford to go on holiday this year. Why not ask your parents to lend you some money? I’d rather not. — It’s rather cold. You’d better put your other coat on. Don’t worry. I’ll be warm enough. Well, don’t blame me if you catch cold. — You must go and see the new French film. It’s brilliant. I haven’t got time this week. — I advise you to insure your property. I don’t think it’s worth it. — I don’t advise you to apply to drama school. Why not? The competition’s too stiff. — I left my umbrella in the bus. Well, you’d better go to the lost property office. Perhaps somebody has handed it in. Exercises Exercise 1. Read the illustrative examples in pairs, noting how advice is given in various situations and how it is accepted or rejected. Then learn four/five of them and reproduce them with another student in class. Exercise 2. Make up sentences giving advice, choosing one item from each column.
Exercise 3. Advise someone who says to you: I’ve got a terrible headache. I’m nearly always late for work. I’m afraid I shall fail my English exam. I don’t know where to spend my holiday this year. I’m cold. I don’t know whether to specialize in linguistics or literature. My work is very boring. i canJt do all the shopping by myself. I told my mother to mind her own business. I’ve put on five kilogrammes in the past month. The baby has a high temperature. I’m afraid I shall be late for the concert. Exercise 4. Advise a fellow-student (who then replies): to read more English books; to go and see a doctor; to take a taxi (to the airport); to get married; not to eat so much; to go to bed earlier; to put a sweater on (it’s cold); to apologize for being rude to a teacher; to buy a typewriter; not to worry so much; to eat more fruit; to go to the new exhibition at the Hermitage; to give up smoking; to work harder; to hurry (he may miss the train). Exercise 5. Advise a tourist what to see in Leningrad, Moscow or some other city. Appointments Appointments are usually made over the telephone. After introducing yourself you can say: I would like (to make) an appointment with...  What time would be convenient for you/him?   more tenta tive before...? about...? now? on...? I wonder whether you/the doctor, etc, could see me In less formal situations you may say:  I’d like to see you 1 (some I'd like to talk to you iWill you/the doctor be able to see me Can you/the doctor see me before...? about...? |