1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3’ unit8, 'What if’,’Any regrets ’
Review
Tips
laid-back…easy-going のんびり
slow down and take each day as it comes
…take it easy and live a slow-life.
I`d try to make a difference in people`s lives….I`d try to have a positive influence upon people`s life.
2.Here is a talk from Radio Eikaiwa..
Topic is requeat.
Two rock group members, Bill and Cynthia are talking.
a Oh, sorry, Bill. I didn`t know you were in here.
b Hi, Cynthia, actually. I want to ask you something.
a Sure, anything.
b I know you are busy, but would it be possible for you to listen my new songs tomorrow?
a Uh, let me check my schedule. Yes, I`m free from 3 to 5.
b That should be enough time.
a Great. Should I come back here?
b Yes, I think I`ve written some hits.
a I`m looking forward to hearing them.
key sentence would it be possible for you to listen to my new songs tomorrow?
This is another expression of requeat.
Is there any chance you could drive me to the station?
Would you mind taking the lead on this project?
I wonder if you can translate this for me.
Can you me a favor? I need to move the couch.
I really could use your help.
Would it be possible for you to check my speech? I need an honest opinion.
Would you mind pushing back our meeting until later today? We have a lot of things to do.
This movie is a bit dull. I`m wondering if you could add background music.
Carolyn and Aien,Zaytox are talking.
a Irrasshaimase.
b I`m back!
a Zaytox, I was wondering where you went.
b I was in a laboratry in America. It was so boring.
a What happened?
b They told me to stop meeting humans. And they didn`t serve good ramen there So, I left.
a Oh! Do you remember a girl, named Masami?
She wants to meet you again.
b Really? Could you ask her to come here? I would be very grateful.
a Sure, I have her phone number.
key sentence Could you Ask her to come here. I would be very grateful.
This is the flow leads to a succesful request, thanks in advance.
Could you call me back in five minutes? I would be thankful.
Would you mind turning on video? I would appreciate it.
would it be possible for you to walk me through the steps? I would be much obliged.
Could you fold the laundry for me? That would be a great help.
Would you mind coming to the office. I would be grateful. There are some forms that need your signature
Would it be possible for you to take photos during the ceremony? That would be a great help.
Could you save your questions until after the presentation? I`d appreciate it.
Garry and Helen are talking.
Ua Garry, my new bookshelf came. I ordered it online.
b Great. So, now you can put all your books on it.
a Yeah, I`m so excited.
b But it looks like you have to put it together yourself.
a I`m really bad at this. Would you set it up for me, please? I will owe you one.
b No problem. I have the tools to do it.
How about a coffee smoothie at Big West coffee?
a You got it!
key sentence would you set it up for me, please? I`ll owe you one.
This is flow leads to a succesful request, reward offer.
Could you please lend me your car?
I`ll fill up the tank.
I`m wondering if you could help me move.
Drinks are on me after we finish.
Would you mind hosting the party?
I`ll cover the cost of catering.
Would you feed my fish while I`m away?
I owe you big time.
I was wondering if you could make dinner reservations. I`ll pay for the meal?
Would you mind helping me clean the house?
I`ll make you those cookies you love.
David and Rozza are talking ablut Onishi sensei.
a So, David. How do you like working with Onishi-sensei?
b He is easy to work with. And he is so funny.
a Yes, he tries to be. Oh, David, do I have a favor to ask you?
b Sure. What`s up?
a Onishi-sensei asked me to write some English test questions this week. but I`m really busy. Would you mind doing them?
b No, not at all. I like creating tests.
a I`ll buy you a Big West Pizza as a thank you.
b Great! I love their anchovy and olive pizza.
a Really?
b Yeah!
key sentence Onishi-sensei asked me to write English test questions. Would you mind doing them?
This is the flow from planation of current situation to request.
I`m expecting an important phone call, but I need to get in the shower. Will you answer my phone if it rings?
The company baseball team has a game this weekend, but one of our players got sick. we need someone to fill in. Could you?
I really want to meet the band in person, but I can`t get backstage without invite. I was wondering if you get me on the list?
I`m having troube with the printer. Will you give me a hand?
My parents will arrive this afternoon, but I`ve got work. I was wondering if you could pick them up at the airport.
I need to look up my train route, but I left my phone at home. Could you check it for me?
