3 Match the verbs in bold in the
sentences (1-6) to their uses (a-f).
1
2
3
4
They are staying in Spain this month to
improve their Spanish.
Bob is constantly making up excuses for
getting to work late.
John is speaking on the phone right now.
We are going out for lunch later.
The weather is getting hotter and hotter
every year because of global warming.
She is reading a really interesting book
right now.
5
6
a
action happening now
b action happening around the time of
speaking
c fixed arrangement in the near future
d temporary situation
e changing or developing situation
f frequently repeated action with always,
constantly, continually to express
annoyance or criticism​

receptionist: good afternoon. may i help you?

you: yes. do you have any vacancies starting tonight?

receptionist: yes, we do. is that a single or a double?

you: a single.

receptionist: how long would you like to stay?

you: for twenty nights. is it possible to see the room?

receptionist: of course. here’s the key. your room number is 307.

  receptionist: so, do you like the room?

  you: well, it faces hotel buildings, and i’d like more comfortable room with sea view.

receptionist. ok, take a look at this one. here’s the key. the room number is 101.

  receptionist: how do you like it?

you:   oh, it’s perfect! i’ll take it.

  receptionist: the bell captain will take your bags up to your room.

  you: ok . what about meal times? i’d  like dinner of course – and breakfast in the morning.

receptionist: dinner is from 6.30 until 9.30. we start serving breakfast at 7.30 in the morning and you can have morning tea in your room if you wish - from 6.30 onwards. you’ll find the dining-room just over there.

you: thank you.