Conversation (Dialogue) Completion Exercise 3

1. Larry: What is your own reaction to the jury’s verdict on the case?
Kathy: Well the evidence presented against him at the trial wasn’t adequate enough to convict him.
Larry: …………………………………
Kathy: No. I have a feeling deep down that he really is guilty.

2. Dr. Ward: How’s that patient of yours doing? Is there any change in his condition yet?
Dr. Simpson: …………………….
Dr. Ward: So you’re starting to be hopeful?
Dr. Simpson: I wish I could be. But it’s too early yet.

3. Andrew: Apparently, the department can take out subscriptions for three more journals. ……………….. ?
Malcolm: Don’t ask me, ask Tony. He’s the authority you know.
Andrew: I know he is; but his taste is rather too erudite for most of us.

4. Robert: How are the negotiations progressing?
Malcolm: On the whole, fairly well; various issues have been settled.
Robert: ……………………………
Malcolm: It’s too soon yet to be so hopeful.

5. Peter: I hear Mr. Lewis is holding yet another meeting today.
Tony: Yes. At 3 o’clock sharp.
Peter: ……………………..
Tony: You might be right. But perhaps he just wants to give us more detailed information about it.