Prime Time 5, Coursebook mit Audio-CD

Talking about the future 1 Remind yourself of the forms. First look at the information in the grammar box. Then read the dialogue and find examples of how to talk about the future. Explain why the different tenses are used. For more details see  G2 Naomi’s sister Lucy, a college student, wants to earn some money. Lucy: Hey, Naomi, have you heard my news? Naomi: No, but I can see you’re going to tell me! So go on. Lucy: Well, I phoned about a Saturday job in a shoe shop, and I’m going for an interview with the manager tomorrow! Naomi: Oh, that’s cool. Well, good luck! Lucy: Thanks. The interview starts at 9.45. I don’t expect it’ll take too long. Naomi: What stuff are you going to wear? Lucy: Well, I thought – er – your new skirt? Please, Naomi! It’ll be good for you, too, if I get the job. You won’t have to pay so much for your shoes! 2 Say what Naomi is doing next week. a) Use Naomi’s notes to give the information. Example: On Monday she is having her hair cut. Her appointment is at 4.30. Grammar • present progressive: for future arrangements • “will” future: for personal predictions • “going to” future: for plans or when it is already clear what is going to happen • simple present: for “timetable” information b) Pair work: What arrangements do you and your partner have for next week? Ask and answer questions. 1. Are you going anywhere special next week? 2. What are you doing after school on … ? 3. What time does/is … ? Hair appointment Mon 4.30 Tues Geog. project presentation! Wed 11.15 interview P’borough Regional college Volleyball Thurs after school Sat 12.40 meet Grandad at station CharityWalk Sun - start outside sports centre 10 a.m. Phone personal adviser Fri 18 Identities – what next? 2 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv