Short Dialogue 14- Happy Birthday!

Paul has forgotten his wife Christine's birthday, and he is surprised that a special meal has been prepared.

Paul: What are we eating today?

Christine: There's seafood, roast lamb and chocolate cake.

Paul: That's good! Are we celebrating something?

Christine: Yes, it's my birthday today.

Paul: You don't say! What day is it today? Happy birthday!

Christine: You didn't remember ….

Paul: We'll eat this and then we'll go shopping, alright?

Christine: No, I don't want a present from you.

Exercise:

1. Why has Christine prepared a special meal?

a. Because she wants to surprise Paul.

b. Because it's her anniversary.

c. Because it's her birthday.

2. What are Christine and Paul going to have for dessert?

a. Seafood

b. Lamb

c. Chocolate cake

3. Why does Christine appear to be angry with Paul?

a. Because the cake is bad.

b. Because he doesn't want to go shopping.

c. Because Paul has forgotten her birthday.