Read the five extracts from Thomas and Sally’s conversation. Which highlighted expressions can we use if we want to: 1 agree? 2 d isagree? Talk in groups. 1 Do you agree with the opinions? 2 What do you think about modern office technology? 3 What are the pros and cons of video conferencing? Keyword: time 20 Vocabulary Responding to opinions 1 Thomas: I know, but think of the time you spent chatting to your secretary. Sally: Yes, but in the past you also had longer to answer people. 2 Thomas: We all know that business processes have speeded up. It’s silly to want to change that. Sally: Well, not really. I think it depends on the company culture. 3 Thomas: If you spend a lot of money on travelling, there will just be less money for training or research and development … Sally: OK, that’s a good point. 4 Sally: But you said people have a choice, right? Thomas: Yes, exactly. Up to a certain point. 5 Sally: Well, then I want Peter back. Thomas: Sorry, but I don’t think you can have your secretary back. 21 Speaking Use expressions with time from below to complete the sentences. 1 I need my mobile phone with me . 2 In 1969, man walked on the moon . 3 If you’re busy tomorrow, we can meet . 4 I’m sorry I’ll miss the party. I hope you . 5 Is this in Canada? 6 We probably spend a bit surfing the internet. 7 Would you mind changing our appointment? is fine. Write four sentences about when you were a child with expressions from 22a. Then compare your sentences. Example: I flew for the first time when I was eleven. 22 a all the time another time Any time too much time for the first time have a good time your first time b Language skills 125 Extras Explore 10 Now and then Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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