Languages › English as a Second Language Dialogue and Multiple Choice Questions: Planning a Party Getty Images English as a Second Language Vocabulary Basic Conversations for English Language Learners Pronunciation & Conversation Writing Skills Reading Comprehension Grammar Business English Resources for Teachers By Kenneth Beare Kenneth Beare English as a Second Language (ESL) Expert TESOL Diploma, Trinity College London M.A., Music Performance, Cologne University of Music B.A., Vocal Performance, Eastman School of Music Kenneth Beare is an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher and course developer with over three decades of teaching experience. Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on January 21, 2020 This dialogue focuses on planning a party in the future. Practice this dialogue with a friend or classmate. As you read and understand the dialogue, note future forms.Planning a Party(two neighbors talking)Martha: What horrible weather today. I'd love to go out, but I think it will just continue raining.Jane: Oh, I don't know. Perhaps the sun will come out later this afternoon.Martha: I hope you're right. Listen, I'm going to have a party this Saturday. Would you like to come?Jane:Oh, I'd love to come. Thank you for inviting me. Who's going to come to the party?Martha: Well, a number of people haven't told me yet. But, Peter and Mark are going to help out with the cooking!Jane: Hey, I'll help, too!Martha: Would you? That would be great!Jane: I'll make lasagna!Martha: That sounds delicious! I know my Italian cousins are going to be there. I'm sure they'll love it.Jane: Italians? Maybe I'll bake a cake...Martha: No, no. They're not like that. They'll love it.Jane: Well, if you say so... Is there going be a theme for the party?Martha: No, I don't think so. Just a chance to get together and have fun.Jane: I'm sure it'll be lots of fun.Martha: But I'm going to hire a clown!Jane: A clown! You're kidding me.Martha: No, no. As I child, I always wanted a clown. Now, I'm going to have my clown at my own party.Jane :I'm sure everyone will have a good laugh.Martha: That's the plan!Comprehension QuizCheck your understanding with this multiple choice comprehension quiz. 1. Why isn't Martha going out? The weather's bad. She has an appointment. She's going to have a party. Correct Wrong 2. What does Jane think might happen? The weather will get worse. The sun will come out later. It'll get colder soon. Correct Wrong 3. What's Martha going to do soon? Go to work Make lunch Have a a party Correct Wrong 4. Why does Jane change her mind about cooking lasagna for the party? She doesn't have all the ingredients necessary. She can't come to the party. She's nervous about cooking lasagna for Italians. Correct Wrong 5. What's the theme of the party? There's no theme, just a chance to get together. Clowns are the theme. It's a baby shower for her friend. Correct Wrong 6. Which entertainment is Martha going to have? There'll be a clown. She's serving a special dinner. She's asked a band to play. Correct Wrong Dialogue and Multiple Choice Questions: Planning a Party You got: % Correct. Share Your Results Dialogue and Multiple Choice Questions: Planning a Party You got: % Correct. Share Your Results