Listen to someone buy cinema tickets
Press play and follow the conversation. Notice how Sophie says what she prefers and asks about the discount and the start time.
David: Good evening! Welcome to the Odeon. How can I help you?
Sophie: Hi! I'd like two tickets for the seven o'clock showing of the new film please.
David: Of course. Which film - we have two starting at seven.
Sophie: Oh - the comedy one. I can't remember the title, sorry!
David: No worries - that'll be "Weekend in Rome." Great choice. Any preference for seats?
Sophie: Yes please - middle row if possible. We don't like sitting too close to the screen.
David: I have two seats together in row F, right in the middle. Would those work?
Sophie: That's perfect, thank you. Is there a student discount available?
David: Yes, twenty percent off with a valid student ID. Do you have one with you?
Sophie: Yes, here you go - one for me and one for my friend.
David: Great, thank you. So that's two student tickets - twelve euros in total.
Sophie: Here's my card. Oh - one more question. Does the film start exactly at seven or is there time before it begins?
David: It starts at seven fifteen after the adverts, so you have a little time.
Sophie: Brilliant. Thank you so much!
David: My pleasure - enjoy the film!
Transport, cinema, or both?
Where would you hear each phrase - buying a transport ticket, a cinema ticket, or could it be both?
Tap a phrase, then drag it across.
Complete the ticket conversation
A customer is buying cinema tickets. Drag the words into the gaps.
Customer: Two tickets for the seven o'clock please.
Staff: Of course. Any for ?
Customer: Yes - middle row if possible. Is there a student ?
Staff: Yes, twenty percent off with a student ID.
Customer: Great. So what's the ?
Customer: Oh - one more thing. What time does the film actually ?
Staff: Seven fifteen, after the .
Choose the best option
Read the situation, look at the timetable, and decide which showing is best.
Situation: You and a friend both have student cards. You have €20 between you. You need to be home by 11pm, and you do not want to sit in the front row.
| Option | Time | Full price | Student price | Seats available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 17:00 | €10.00 | €8.00 | Yes |
| B | 19:00 | €12.00 | €9.60 | Yes |
| C | 21:30 | €12.00 | €9.60 | Only front row |
| D | 19:00 | €12.00 | €9.60 | No - sold out |
Which option do you choose, and why? Write two or three sentences explaining your decision.
Buy two tickets out loud
Record yourself buying two cinema tickets. You can play both roles, or ask someone at home to be the staff member. Include all of the points below.
- 1 Ask for tickets for a specific time and film.
- 2 Ask about seat preferences and a student discount.
- 3 Ask what time the film actually starts, and respond to the answer.
Scenario complete
Excellent - you can buy tickets, say what you prefer, and choose the best option for your time and budget.