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9 Superstars

Speaking C. Which phrases does the actor use
when he doesn’t want to answer a question?
A. Discuss with a partner.
a. I’d rather not say.
1. Which celebrity would you most like to b. Keep your nose out of it.
meet? Why?
c. Mind your own business.
2. What five questions would you ask when d. Never you mind.
you meet that person?
e. No comment.
9.2 f. Stop being so nosy.
B. You’re going to hear a press conference
with an actor. Which questions do you think g. That’s for me to know and you to find out.
he’s happy to answer? h. Wait and see.
a. Is it true that you’ve recently split up with
your partner? D. Work with a partner.
b. There are rumours you’ll be playing the Student A
bad guy in your next film. Is this true?
c. What did you enjoy most about making this You’re a reporter for a gossip column. Think of
film? six personal questions to ask the star.
d. There’s talk of a romantic relationship
between you and your co-star. Would you
care to comment? Student B
e. Was it difficult to get in shape for the role?
You’re a celebrity at an interview. Decide which
questions you’re happy to answer and respond
to the others using phrases from exercise C.

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