93Talking about
future events
Conversation A: Scheduled events
Raj: What time does the movie start?
Ines: It starts at 7:30, and ends at 9:45.
Raj: Good, we can go on the bus, and get back home before it’s too dark. Is there a
bus stop near your house?
Ines: Yes. It stops on the corner every fifteen minutes.
Raj: Perfect. I’m looking forward to seeing this movie.Conversation B: Plans for the very
near future
Jenny: What are you doing tomorrow?
Paula: I’m going to the beach with my family for a week. We’re leaving early—at
6 a.m.
Jenny: Oh, nice! So I guess you’re planning to go to bed early tonight.
Paula: Yeah, I’m gonna pack my bag and try to hit the sack by nine o’clock.
Jenny: Good luck with that! What are you taking?
Paula: I always pack light for the beach—a bathing suit, a couple of pairs of shorts,
some T-shirts, a hat, and lots of sunscreen. How about you? What are you doing
next week?
Jenny: I’m going to stay home and catch up on some unfinished projects.
Paula: Like what?
Jenny: Oh, I have a long list! First I’m going to clean up my office, pay bills, write
letters, and take care of a bunch of paperwork. Then I’m going to redecorate my
bedroom—paint the walls and get new curtains.
Paula: Wow. What color are you going to paint it?
Jenny: It’s a very light blue. I’ve already picked it out and bought the paint.
Paula: Cool.· 9 ·