ESOL A1 (listening & speaking )

 ESOL A1 speaking 

Part -2 

Role play 

1. We’re friends. I start.

“Are you coming to my party on Saturday?”

You: Yes, I am coming.
Friend: Great! What time will you arrive?
You: I will arrive at 7 p.m.
Friend: Would you like dinner there?
You: Yes, please.
Friend: See you on Saturday!
You: See you!

2. I work in a restaurant. I start.

“What would you like to have today?”

You: I would like chicken curry and rice.
Waiter: Would you like something to drink?
You: Yes, orange juice, please.
Waiter: Anything else?
You: No, thank you.
Waiter: Your food will arrive soon.
You: Thank you.

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3. We’re friends. I start.

“I need to go to the train station tomorrow but my car doesn’t work!”

You: Don’t worry. I can help you.
Friend: Really? Thank you so much.
You: What time do you need to go?
Friend: At 9 in the morning.
You: Okay, I will pick you up.
Friend: That’s very kind of you.
You: No problem.

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4. We’re in the street. I start.

“Excuse me. Where’s the bank, please?”

You: Go straight and turn left.
Person: Is it far from here?
You: No, it is near the supermarket.
Person: How long does it take?
You: About five minutes.
Person: Thank you very much.
You: You’re welcome.

1. I work in a bookshop. I start.

“Can I help you?”

You: Yes, please. I want an English book.
Shopkeeper: What kind of book do you need?
You: A grammar book for beginners.
Shopkeeper: This one is very popular.
You: How much is it?
Shopkeeper: It is £10.
You: Okay, I will take it.

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2. I’m a doctor. You don’t feel well. I start.

“What’s wrong?”

You: I have a headache and fever.
Doctor: Since when?
You: Since yesterday.
Doctor: Are you taking medicine?
You: No, I am not.
Doctor: Please take some rest and drink water.
You: Thank you, doctor.

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3. We’re friends. It’s your birthday today. I start.

“Happy birthday! Are you having a party?”

You: Thank you! Yes, I am having a small party tonight.
Friend: Where is the party?
You: At my house.
Friend: What time should I come?
You: Please come at 7 p.m.
Friend: Great! See you tonight.
You: See you!

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4. I’m in your town. We meet in the street. I start.

“Excuse me, where’s the cinema?”

You: Go straight and turn right.
Person: Is it far from here?
You: No, it is near the shopping centre.
Person: How long does it take?
You: About ten minutes.
Person: Thank you very much.
You: You’re welcome.

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PART B

1. We’re friends. You want me to help you with your bags. You start.

You: Could you help me with my bags, please?
Friend: Of course. Where are you going?
You: I am going to the bus station.
Friend: These bags are heavy!
You: Yes, they are very heavy.
Friend: Don’t worry. I will help you.
You: Thank you so much.

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2. We’re new students. You want to know where the teacher’s office is. You start.

You: Excuse me, where is the teacher’s office?
Student: It is on the second floor.
You: Which room is it?
Student: Room number 12.
You: Thank you for your help.
Student: You’re welcome.

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3. We meet at a party. You don’t know my name. You start.

You: Hello. What is your name?
Person: My name is Rahul.
You: Nice to meet you, Rahul.
Person: Nice to meet you too.
You: Do you know the host?
Person: Yes, he is my friend.
You: That’s nice.

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4. I work in a clothes shop. You want to know the price of a shirt. You start.

You: Excuse me, how much is this shirt?
Shopkeeper: It is £25.
You: Do you have a larger size?
Shopkeeper: Yes, we do.
You: Can I try it on?
Shopkeeper: Yes, the changing room is over there.

1. I’m your boss. You’re late for work. You start.

You: I’m sorry I’m late for work.
Boss: What happened?
You: The bus was late this morning.
Boss: What time did you arrive?
You: I arrived at 10 a.m.
Boss: Please try to come earlier tomorrow.
You: Yes, of course.

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2. We’re neighbours. You’re new in my town. You want to eat in a restaurant. You start.

You: Hello. Can you recommend a good restaurant?
Neighbour: Yes, there is a nice restaurant near the park.
You: What kind of food do they serve?
Neighbour: They serve Indian and Chinese food.
You: How far is it from here?
Neighbour: It is about five minutes away.
You: Thank you for your help.
Neighbour: You’re welcome.

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3. I work in a shop. You want to buy a pair of shoes. You start.

You: Excuse me, I want to buy a pair of shoes.
Shopkeeper: What size do you need?
You: I need size 7.
Shopkeeper: Do you like these black shoes?
You: Yes, they look nice. How much are they?
Shopkeeper: They are £40.
You: Okay, I will take them.

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4. We’re in the same English class. You want me to help you study for a test. You start.

You: Can you help me study for the English test?
Friend: Yes, of course.
You: When can we study together?
Friend: We can study this evening.
You: Where shall we meet?
Friend: Let’s meet in the library.
You: Great, thank you.
Friend: No problem.

PART A

1. We’re friends. It’s your birthday today. I start.

“Happy birthday! Are you having a party?”

You: Thank you! Yes, I am having a party tonight.
Friend: Where is the party?
You: At my house.
Friend: What time does it start?
You: It starts at 7 p.m.
Friend: Great! I will come.
You: See you tonight!

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2. I work in a shop. I start.

“Can I help you?”

You: Yes, please. I want to buy a bag.
Shopkeeper: What colour do you like?
You: I like black.
Shopkeeper: This black bag is very popular.
You: How much is it?
Shopkeeper: It is £20.
You: Okay, I will take it.

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3. We’re friends. I start.

“What’s a good place to buy clothes?”

You: There is a nice shopping centre near the station.
Friend: Is it expensive?
You: No, the prices are reasonable.
Friend: What can I buy there?
You: You can buy clothes, shoes, and bags.
Friend: Thank you for the suggestion.
You: You’re welcome.

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4. I’m a waiter. I start.

“Would you like something to drink now?”

You: Yes, I would like orange juice, please.
Waiter: Would you like ice with it?
You: Yes, please.
Waiter: Anything else?
You: No, thank you.
Waiter: Your drink will arrive soon.
You: Thank you.

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PART B

1. You are in a new town. You want to find the supermarket. You start.

You: Excuse me, where is the supermarket?
Person: Go straight and turn left.
You: Is it far from here?
Person: No, it is about five minutes away.
You: Thank you very much.
Person: You’re welcome.

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2. We’re in the same class. You want to know when the next lesson is. You start.

You: Excuse me, when is the next lesson?
Student: It is tomorrow morning.
You: What time does it start?
Student: It starts at 9 a.m.
You: Which room is it in?
Student: Room 5.
You: Thank you.

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3. I’m your teacher. You need some help. You start.

You: Excuse me, can you help me with my homework?
Teacher: Yes, of course. What is the problem?
You: I do not understand this question.
Teacher: Let me explain it to you.
You: Thank you very much.
Teacher: You’re welcome.

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4. We’re friends. I want to go to the cinema. You want to stay at home. You start.

You: Sorry, I don’t want to go to the cinema today.
Friend: Why not?
You: I am very tired.
Friend: Would you like to go tomorrow instead?
You: Yes, tomorrow is better.
Friend: Okay, see you tomorrow.
You: See you!

More ESOL A1 Role Play Situations

1. At the Bus Stop

• Ask about bus times
• Ask where the bus goes
• Ask ticket price

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2. At the Airport

• Ask for your boarding gate
• Ask about luggage
• Ask flight time

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3. At the Hotel

• Book a room
• Ask for Wi-Fi password
• Ask breakfast time

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4. At the Pharmacy

• Ask for medicine
• Explain your illness
• Ask how to take medicine

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5. At the Library

• Borrow a book
• Ask about opening hours
• Ask where books are kept

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6. At School or College

• Ask about homework
• Ask classroom number
• Ask exam date

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7. At the Train Station

• Buy a ticket
• Ask platform number
• Ask train time

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8. At the Market

• Ask price of fruits or vegetables
• Ask for discount
• Ask weight or quantity

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9. At the Hair Salon

• Ask for a haircut
• Ask the price
• Ask how long it takes

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10. At the Gym

• Ask membership fee
• Ask opening hours
• Ask about classes

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11. Meeting a New Friend

• Introduce yourself
• Ask hobbies
• Ask where they live

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12. At the Post Office

• Send a parcel
• Buy stamps
• Ask delivery time

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13. At the Hospital Reception

• Book an appointment
• Give your name
• Ask doctor’s time

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14. In a Taxi

• Tell the address
• Ask the fare
• Ask how long it takes

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15. At a Coffee Shop

• Order coffee
• Ask for sugar or milk
• Ask for the bill

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16. Asking Directions

• Find a bank
• Find a supermarket
• Find a bus station

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17. Talking to a Neighbour

• Borrow something
• Invite them for tea
• Ask for help

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18. At a Party

• Introduce yourself
• Ask about food
• Invite someone to dance

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19. At the Cinema

• Buy tickets
• Ask movie time
• Ask seat number

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20. On the Phone

• Leave a message
• Ask to speak to someone
• Make an appointment

1. At the Bus Stop

You: Excuse me, when does the next bus arrive?
Person: It arrives in ten minutes.
You: Does this bus go to the city centre?
Person: Yes, it does.
You: How much is the ticket?
Person: It is £2.

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2. At the Airport

You: Excuse me, where is Gate 5?
Staff: Go straight and turn left.
You: What time is the flight?
Staff: It leaves at 6 p.m.
You: Thank you.
Staff: You’re welcome.

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3. At the Hotel

You: I would like to book a room.
Receptionist: For how many nights?
You: Two nights, please.
Receptionist: Would you like breakfast?
You: Yes, please.

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4. At the Pharmacy

You: I have a headache. Can you help me?
Pharmacist: Yes, take these tablets.
You: How many should I take?
Pharmacist: Two tablets a day.
You: Thank you.
Pharmacist: You’re welcome.

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5. At the Library

You: Excuse me, where are the English books?
Librarian: They are on the second floor.
You: Can I borrow this book?
Librarian: Yes, you can.
You: Thank you.

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6. At School or College

You: Excuse me, what is the homework?
Student: We need to write an essay.
You: When is it due?
Student: On Friday.
You: Thank you.
Student: No problem.

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7. At the Train Station

You: I want a ticket to London.
Staff: Single or return?
You: Return, please.
Staff: The train leaves at 3 p.m.
You: Which platform?
Staff: Platform 4.

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8. At the Market

You: How much are these apples?
Seller: They are £3 per kilo.
You: Can I have one kilo, please?
Seller: Of course.
You: Thank you.

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9. At the Hair Salon

You: I would like a haircut, please.
Hairdresser: How would you like it?
You: Short, please.
Hairdresser: It will take 20 minutes.
You: Okay, thank you.

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10. At the Gym

You: How much is the membership?
Staff: It is £25 per month.
You: What time do you open?
Staff: We open at 7 a.m.
You: Great, thank you.

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11. Meeting a New Friend

You: Hello, what is your name?
Person: My name is Sara.
You: Nice to meet you.
Person: Nice to meet you too.
You: Where do you live?
Person: I live near the park.

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12. At the Post Office

You: I want to send this parcel.
Staff: Where is it going?
You: To India.
Staff: It will arrive in one week.
You: Thank you.

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13. At the Hospital Reception

You: I want to see the doctor.
Receptionist: What is your name?
You: My name is Nisha.
Receptionist: The doctor will see you at 4 p.m.
You: Thank you.

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14. In a Taxi

You: Please take me to the station.
Driver: Okay.
You: How long will it take?
Driver: About 15 minutes.
You: Thank you.

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15. At a Coffee Shop

You: Can I have a cappuccino, please?
Waiter: Small or large?
You: Large, please.
Waiter: Anything else?
You: No, thank you.

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16. Asking Directions

You: Excuse me, where is the bank?
Person: Go straight and turn right.
You: Is it far?
Person: No, it is next to the supermarket.
You: Thank you.

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17. Talking to a Neighbour

You: Hello, can I borrow some sugar?
Neighbour: Yes, of course.
You: Thank you very much.
Neighbour: No problem.

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18. At a Party

You: Hello, may I sit here?
Person: Yes, of course.
You: Are you enjoying the party?
Person: Yes, it is very nice.
You: Great!

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19. At the Cinema

You: I would like two tickets, please.
Staff: For which movie?
You: The action movie at 6 p.m.
Staff: Here are your tickets.
You: Thank you.

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20. On the Phone

You: Hello, can I speak to John, please?
Person: He is not here right now.
You: Can you take a message?
Person: Yes, of course.
You: Please tell him I called.