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2.25 Listen to the dialogue. Then practise
the dialogue with a partner.

Dear, Alex,

I was so glad to get your letter. I am looking forward to seeing you here. YOu know you are always welcome. 
As for your questions I would like to offer you some places. Do you like music? We will have a concert next month. The band is awesome. They play classic mixed with rock mostly. Are you up to? 
In the evening you can walk a little, see the sightseeing because we have a lot. Different museums are here for you to enjoy as well. 
We usually have quite cold wweather in January. However, this year it seems it will be quite warm. You should bring some warm clothes anyway. It is always useful here. Take a coat and warm trousers. That will be quite enough. 
Wait! boots! dont forget about them. 

I hope to see you soon.

Best regards,
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