Easy Phrasal Verbs: Learn English verbs through conversations

7.4 be setting up (past continuous)

7.4.1 Dylan works in the student admissions department of a university. He is talking to his

friend, Robert about his job.

Dylan: My job sucks.

Robert: How come? What’s up?

Dylan:  We’re  registering  all  the  new  students  at  the  moment  and  the

registration system is so slow. It’s driving me crazy.

Robert: You told me that they were setting up a new registration system.

Dylan: I know, but it won’t be ready until next year.

Robert: Too bad, man.

Dylan: I know.

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7.5 be going to set up (future plan)

7.5.1 An English language teacher is speaking to her class about a new project.

Teacher: Good morning, everyone.

Students: Good morning.

Teacher: Today, I’d like to talk to you about an idea I’ve had to give you

more opportunities to practice your English. I’m going to set up a drama

club.

Student: Great. What play are we going to do?

Teacher: That’s up to you all to decide.

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