Activities that people do at different places #4

 

In this post, let's talk about some common activities that people do at certain places. Let's answer the question:

"What are you doing at ___________?"

The answer should describe something that is happening at the moment.

In the following examples, the -ing forms of verbs are used in the present continuous tense. Here are some examples:

[Library]

•"What are you doing at the library?"

- I'm working on my research project at the library.

- I'm borrowing some books from the library.

- I'm studying for my exam at the library.

[Hotel]

•"What are you doing at the hotel?"

- I'm attending a business meeting at the hotel.

- I'm relaxing by the pool at the hotel.

- I'm checking in at the hotel.

[Museum]

•"What are you doing at the museum?"

- I'm taking photos of the exhibits at the museum.

- I'm learning about history at the museum.

- I'm looking at ancient artifacts at the museum.

[Park]

•"What are you doing at the park?"

- I'm playing soccer with my friends at the park.

- I'm having a picnic at the park.

- I'm jogging at the park.

[Cinema]

•"What are you doing at the cinema?"

- I'm watching a new movie at the cinema.

- I'm buying popcorn at the cinema.

- I'm waiting for my friends at the cinema.

After reading all the examples, write your own sentences. Think of 5 places that you usually go to then answer the question 'What are you doing at _________?'. 

Write at least 2 sentences for each place.

Conversation Practice: Copy the conversation and then paste it into your post. Color the -ing verbs in red. Read the conversation aloud to practice your English pronunciation.

A: What are you doing at the park this morning?

B: I’m jogging to prepare for a marathon next week. How about you?

A: I’m taking my dog for a walk to help him release some energy.

B: That’s great! What’s he doing now?

A: He’s socializing with other dogs near the fountain and seems very excited.

B: I noticed that! He’s really enjoying himself, isn’t he?