Section one: relationship status
Look at the relationship status updates below. Can you tell whether these people have boyfriends, girlfriends or are married?
Questions
- Who is going to get married?
Maria Goldie
- Who has a very informal, relaxed relationship?
Kevin
- Who is in a serious relationship?
Mark
- Who has a boyfriend / girlfriend?
Andrew
- Who isn't in a relationship?
Julie
Section two: a text message exchange
Click on the buttons below to read an SMS exchange. Then answer the questions underneath.
Questions about the conversation
- What is Sarah's relationship to Brian?
He used to be her boyfriend or husband.
- Does Mark want Sarah to have fun with Brian?
No. That's what he writes, but he doesn't mean it.
- What phrase means, 'We have talked about this before and we don't need to discuss it again'?
'We've been over this.'
- Look at the words used in the conversation. What are some affectionate names for a boyfriend or girlfriend?
babe, darling, sweetheart, honey
We'd love to know what you think of our love special.
Email us and tell us what worked for you and what you think we can improve.
