Beruflich Dokumente
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Name:
English
James :
Hello.
Lisa :
Hi.
James :
Lisa :
James :
Lisa :
James :
Yes.
Lisa :
James :
Lisa :
James :
English
Excuse me, are you American?
Robert : No.
Mary :
Robert : 2 months.
Mary :
English
Excuse me, what's your name?
John.
Thank you.
Jessica : Thanks.
John :
You're welcome.
4. Asking directions.
Name:
Amy :
English
Hi Michael.
Michae
Hi Amy. What's up?
l:
Amy :
I'm looking for the airport. Can you tell me how to get there?
Michael
No, sorry. I don't know.
:
Amy :
I think I can take the subway to the airport. Do you know where the
subway is?
Michael
Sure, it's over there.
:
Amy :
Michael
Across the street.
:
Amy :
Michael
No problem.
:
Amy :
Michael
Yes, there's one here. It's in the store.
:
Amy :
Thank you.
Michael
Bye.
:
Amy :
Bye bye.
5. I'm hungry.
Name:
English
Thomas : OK.
Sarah :
English
Small please.
Thanks.
English
Richard : Mary, would you like to get something to eat with me?
Mary :
OK. When?
Richard : At 10 O'clock.
Mary :
10 in the morning?
That's fine.
Alright. Bye.
English
English
Linda : Hi Mark.
Mark : Hi.
Linda : What are you planning to do today?
Mark : I'm not sure yet.
Linda : Would you like to have lunch with me?
Mark : Yes. When?
Linda : Is 11:30AM OK?
Mark : Sorry, I didn't hear you. Can you say that again please?
Linda : I said, 11:30AM.
Mark : Oh, I'm busy then. Can we meet a little later?
Linda : OK, how about 12:30PM?
Mark : OK. Where?
Linda : How about Bill's Seafood Restaurant?
Mark : Oh, Where is that?
Linda : It's on 7th Street.
Mark : OK, I'll meet you there.
English
Hello sir, welcome to the French Garden Restaurant. How many?
Charles : One.
Host :
Right this way. Please have a seat. Your waitress will be with you ina
moment.
Waitress
Hello sir, would you like to order now?
:
Charles : Yes please.
Waitress
What would you like to drink?
:
Charles : What do you have?
Waitress
We have bottled water, juice, and Coke.
:
Charles : I'll have a bottle of water please.
Waitress
What would you like to eat?
:
Charles : I'll have a tuna fish sandwich and a bowl of vegetable soup.
English
Elizabeth : Now.
Chris :
What?
English
Laura, what are you going to do today?
Laura : OK.
Joe :
Bye.
English
Hello Richard.
Richard : Hi Karen.
Karen :
Why?
Where is she?
Karen :
Richard : Thanks.
English
Michael :
Robert :
Mrs.Smith : New York University hospital in New York City. What do you do?
Robert :
I'm a teacher.
I teach English.
Mrs.Smith : Where?
Robert :
I'm 32.
English
English
Paul : Excuse me, I'm looking for the Holiday Inn. Do you know where itis?
Nancy
Sure. It's down this street on the left.
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Paul : Is it far from here?
Nancy
No, it's not far.
:
Paul : How far is it?
Nancy
About a mile and a half.
:
Paul : How long does it take to get there?
Nancy
5 minutes or so.
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Paul : Is it close to the subway station?
Nancy Yes, it's very close. The subway station is next to the hotel. You canwa
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lk there.
Paul : Thanks a lot.
English
Mar
Excuse me. Do you know how to get to the mall?
k:
Bett Sure, I used to work there. Go straight for about a mile, then turnleft
y : at the light. The mall will be on the right.
Mar
Do you know the address?
k:
Bett
Yes, the address is 541 Main street.
y:
Mar
Can you write it down for me please?
k:
Bett
No problem.
y:
Mar
Is it faster if I take Highland avenue?
k:
Bett
No, that way is longer. There are more stop lights on that street.
y:
Mar
I think you're right. Thank you.
k:
English
English
English
Carol :
Brian :
Yes.
Carol :
Brian :
I learned in college.
Carol :
Brian :
Thank you.
Carol :
Brian :
3 weeks.
Carol :
Brian :
Carol :
Brian :
Carol :
Brian :
English
Shar
Jeff, I'm going to the supermarket. Do you want to come with me?
on :
Jeff : I think the supermarket is closed now.
Shar
Oh, When does it close?
on :
Jeff : It closes at 7:00 on Sundays.
Shar
That's too bad.
on :
Jeff : Don't worry, we can go tomorrow morning. It opens at 8:00.
Shar
Alright. What do you want to do now?
on :
Jeff :
Lets take a walk for a half an hour. My sister will get here at about8:30
PM and then we can all go out to dinner.
Shar
Where does she live?
on :
Jeff : She lives in San Francisco.
Shar
How long has she lived there?
on :
Jeff : I think she's lived there for about 10 years.
Shar
That's a long time. Where did she live before that?
on :
Jeff : San Diego.
English
Michelle
Charles, do you have any children?
:
Charles : Yes.
Michelle
How many children do you have?
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Charles : I have two kids. A boy and a girl.
Michelle
What are their names?
:
Charles : Jack and Stephanie.
Michelle
How old are they?
:
Charles : Stephanie is 18 and Jack is 24.
Michelle
Are they in school?
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Charles :
Stephanie is. She goes to college in Washington and Jack works inFl
orida.
Michelle
What does Stephanie study?
:
Charles : She studies English.
Michelle
Is she here now?
:
Charles : No, she's at school.
English
William, do you like studying English?
William I like studying English, and I can read well, but speaking can bediffic
:
ult.
Kim :
It's not that bad. If you talk to your American friends every day,you'll
learn quickly.
William
Can I ask you a question?
:
Kim :
William
I have my book from class here. How do you say this word?
:
Kim :
Laptop
William
Sorry, I don't understand. What does that mean?
:
Kim :
A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you. Do youun
derstand?
William
Yes, I think so. Can you say it again?
:
Kim :
Laptop.
William
Laptop. Did I pronounce that correctly?
:
Kim :
William
Thanks. And this word? How do you pronounce this?
:
Kim :
William
Thanks so much. You're a good teacher.
:
Kim :
Thanks.
English
English
James : Hello?
Linda :
Linda.
OK.
James : Hello?
Linda :
James : Hi Linda.
Linda :
James : 8:30PM
Linda :
Bye bye.
English
Angel
David, what have you been up to lately?
a:
David
I went on a trip with my family last week.
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Angel
Really? Where did you go?
a:
David
We went to Europe.
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Angel
What cities did you go to?
a:
David
London, Paris and a few other smaller cities.
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Angel
Did you go to Berlin?
a:
David
No, We didn't go there. I'd like to go there next time.
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Angel I think the summer is a good time to visit Berlin. It's a beautifulplace an
a:
d the people there are very nice.
David
That's what I've heard.
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Angel I went there last year. If you want, I can give you some informationI ha
a:
ve about the city.
David
Thanks.
:
English
Sarah, what did you do today?
Yeah, I like it a lot. It's very pretty. Where did you buy it?
Was it expensive?
That's cheap.
I don't think you'll need to wear it for a while. It's been really hotlately
.
English
Oh, I think I know the place you mean. We ate there last month,right
?
English
Kevin
Lisa, would you like to go to the library with me?
:
Lisa : OK. Do you think we can go buy a newspaper first?
Kevin
Sure. First we'll go buy a newspaper and then we'll go to thelibrary.
:
Lisa : Are we going to walk or drive?
Kevin
The weather is really nice today. Let's walk.
:
Lisa : The weather is good now, but I think it's suppose to rain thisafternoon.
Kevin
Alright, then let's take an umbrella. Is your brother coming withus?
:
Lisa : No, he's still sleeping.
Kevin
Wow, it's already 10:00AM. He must have been up late last night.
:
Lisa : Yeah, he didn't come home until 12:00AM.
Kevin
I hope he can come later.
:
Lisa : I hope so too. I'll give him a call when we get there.
Kevin
How do we get to the library from here?
:
Lisa :
It's straight down this road on the left, next to the museum. Ittakes abo
ut 10 minutes.
English
Hi Melissa, are you going home this weekend?
Melissa : No, not this weekend. I have too much work to do.
Jason :
Melissa :
Yes, two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about30 miles from here
.
Jason :
Melissa : Yes, I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who livesin Boston.
Jason :
Melissa : Not as much as I'd like to. Usually just on holidays likeThanksgiving and Christmas.
English
Matt :
I can't find my glasses and I can't see anything. Can you help mefind a f
ew things?
Anna
No problem. What are you looking for?
:
Matt : My laptop, do you see it?
Anna
Yes, your laptop is on the chair.
:
Matt : Where's my book?
Anna
Which one?
:
Matt : The dictionary.
Anna
It's under the table.
:
Matt : Where's my pencil?
Anna
There's a pencil in front of the lamp.
:
Matt : That's not a pencil. That's a pen.
Anna
Oh, sorry. There is a pencil behind the cup.
:
Matt : How about my backpack? Do you know where that is?
Anna
It's in between the wall and the bed.
:
Matt : Where are my shoes?
Anna
They're on the left side of the TV.
:
Matt : I don't see them.
Anna
Sorry, I made a mistake. They're on the right side of the TV.
:
Matt : Thanks.
Anna
Oh, and here are your glasses. They were next to your cell phone.
:
English
Excuse me. Check please.
OK.
Thank you.
English
Ticketcle
Next please. Hello. How can I help you?
rk :
Larry :
Ticketcle
Would you like one way or round trip?
rk :
Larry :
Round trip.
Ticketcle
When will you be leaving?
rk :
Larry :
Ticketcle
In about 2 hours.
rk :
Larry :
Ticketcle
First class or coach?
rk :
Larry :
Coach.
Ticketcle OK, let me check availability. I'm sorry. Tickets for that flight aresold
rk :
out.
Larry :
Ticketcle Let me see. Yes, that one still has seats available. Would you likeme
rk :
to reserve a seat for you?
Larry :
Yes, please.
Ticketcle
That'll be 120 dollars.
rk :
Larry :
OK.
Ticketcle
Thank you, here's your change.
rk :
English
Michelle, Can you help me clean things up before we go?
Michelle
Sure. Where should I put this cup?
:
Frank :
Which cup?
Michelle
The red one.
:
Frank :
Michelle
How about this fruit?
:
Frank :
Michelle
And those pencils? What should I do with them?
:
Frank :
Michelle
How about this pen?
:
Frank :
Michelle
What do you want me to do with that paper over there?
:
Frank :
Michelle
The trash is full.
:
Frank :
Michelle
OK. Now what?
:
Frank :
I think we're finished. Can you please turn off the lights and shutth
e door?
Michelle
Sure.
:
English
Rebecc
This looks like a nice restaurant.
a:
Scott :
Rebecc
Let's sit over there.
a:
Scott :
OK.
Rebecc
Can you pass me a menu please.
a:
Scott :
Rebecc
I'm going to have a glass of beer. How about you?
a:
Scott :
Rebecc
Do you want to order an appetizer first?
a:
Scott :
Rebecc
OK. What are you going to have to eat?
a:
Scott :
Rebecc Sure, I've had the steak and the lobster before. They're both verygoo
a:
d.
Scott :
I think I'll have the lobster. What are you going to have?
Rebecc
I'm not that hungry. I think I'm just going to have a salad.
a:
Scott :
I'm gonna go to the bathroom. When the waitress comes back, willyo
u order for me?
Rebecc
Sure. No problem.
a:
English
Eric
Hi Anna, come in.
:
Ana
Wow, your apartment is a mess.
:
Eric
I know, I didn't have time to put things away before you got here.
:
Ana
Look! Are those all your clothes on the couch?
:
Eric
Yes.
:
Ana
Are they clean?
:
Eric Actually most of them are dirty. I haven't done laundry in a while. Iusuall
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y wait until I can do it at my parent's house.
Ana My sister and I usually go to the laundromat down the street. Whydon't y
:
ou go there?
Eric I know I should, but that place isn't very convenient. You have towait for
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a long time.
Ana
Yes I know. I have to do it every week. Anyway, are you ready togo?
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Eric No I'm not ready yet. I still have to brush my teeth and wash myface. Ca
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n you wait for a few minutes?
Ana
OK, but please hurry. I think the restaurant is closing soon.
:
English
Andre
Pam, where's the closest ATM?
w:
Pam : It's not that far. Do you see that Yellow building over there?
Andre
The big one or the small one?
w:
Pam : The big one.
Andre
Yes.
w:
Pam : It's right next to it, on the right.
Andre
Do you know if there's a convenience store around here?
w:
Pam :
I don't think there's one around here. The closest one is on 3rdstreet, b
ut that's probably closed now.
Andre
I really need to get some things before I leave.
w:
Pam :
Well, you could go down to 22nd street. There are lot of storesdown the
re that are open 24 hours a day.
Andre
Can I take the subway to get there?
w:
Pam :
Yes, but that'll probably take about half an hour. You should justtake a
cab.
Andre
Won't that be expensive?
w:
Pam : No, from here I think it's only about 5 dollars.
English
Mandy :
Professor: Ohio.
Mandy :
Where's Boston.
English
Ray :
Maria :
Ray :
Oh, they have good food there. What did you have?
Maria :
Ray :
Maria :
The food didn't taste very good, and actually I don't feel very wellnow.
Ray :
Maria :
No, I'm going to go back to the hotel at lunch time to lie down.
Ray :
OK. I'm going to the drug store later. Is there anything I can get foryou?
Maria :
No, that's OK. I think if I rest for a little while I'll feel better.
English
Jerr
Ann what do you want to do tonight?
y:
Ann
I'd like to go see a movie.
:
Jerr
I heard Titanic is playing at the movie theater.
y:
Ann
Oh, I've heard that's a good movie. What time does it start?
:
Jerr
6:30PM. It's a long movie. I think it lasts for about 3 hours.
y:
Ann
Will you come and pick me up?
:
Jerr
What time?
y:
Ann I think we should get there early because they might be sold out. Is5:00
:
PM OK?
Jerr
Yes, that'll be fine. I'll meet you at your house at 5:00PM.
y:
Ann
Do you want to get something to eat before the movie?
:
Jerr I'm not sure there will be enough time for that. We can havepopcorn and
y : hot dogs at the theater if you want.
Ann I don't like the popcorn they have there. I think they put too muchsalt on
:
it.
Jerr OK then, I'll pick you up a little earlier and we can go to the Thairestaura
y : nt next to the theater, is that OK?
Ann
Yes, I like that place.
:
English
Patrick
How do you like the food?
:
Diane : It tastes really great. Did you cook it?
Patrick
Yes. I made it this afternoon. Would you like some more?
:
Diane : OK, just a little though. I'm really full.
Patrick
Oh. Would you like some soup instead?
:
Diane : What kind is it?
Patrick
Tomato and rice. Have you had that before?
:
Diane : No. This is my first time. How does it taste?
Patrick
It's good, try it. What do you think?
:
Diane : Wow. It is good. Did you make that also?
Patrick
Yes.
:
Diane : You're a really good cook.
Patrick
Thanks, next time I'll make chicken soup for us.
:
Diane : That sounds good. Did you study cooking in school?
Patrick No, I learned by myself. I have a good cook book that I read when Ih
:
ave time.
English
Pet
Kelly, will you help me take these things to the car?
er :
Kell
OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
y:
Pet
Bring them to my wife's car.
er :
Kell
Which one is hers'?
y:
Pet
The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
er :
Kell
What should I take first?
y:
Pet That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It was a giftfrom my
er : mother-in-law.
Kell Don't worry, I won't drop it. Wow, it's really heavy. I don't think Ican m
y : ove it by myself.
Pet
Let me help you with that. I don't want you to hurt your back.
er :
Kell
Where are you taking all this stuff?
y:
Pet
Didn't I tell you? We're moving to Florida?
er :
Kell You're moving now? I knew you were moving, but I thought yousaid yo
y : u were moving next month.
Pet Yes, that's true, but my wife found a new apartment on theInternet the
er : other day and she wants to move right away.
English
Henr
Judy, your husband has a really nice car.
y:
Judy
Thanks. It's a lot better than mine, and it's new.
:
Henr
Where are you going?
y:
Judy
We're going to visit my sister in the city.
:
Henr
I didn't know your sister lives in the city, when did she move there?
y:
Judy About a year ago. She lives in an apartment on 3rd street, acrossfrom
:
the public library.
Henr I see. It's almost 5:00 PM now, don't you think there will be a lot oftraf
y:
fic?
Judy Oh, we're not driving. We're going to take the subway. The subwayonl
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y takes about 20 minutes.
Henr Yes, but it can be very crowded around this time. I always feeluncomf
y:
ortable taking the subway.
Judy
I take the subway to work everyday, so I'm used to it now.
:
Henr
Doesn't your mother live in the city?
y:
Judy
Yes, she's lived there for about ten years.
:
Henr I remember when she moved there. Apartments were a lot cheaperth
y:
en.
Judy I know what you mean. It's hard to find anything that's reasonableno
:
w.
Henr Have a good time. Next time you're free, give me a call and we'll gopla
y:
y poker.
Judy
See you later.
:
Ji
No, not this time. We went there last time.
m:
Ka
thy It looks like you all had a nice time.
:
Ji
Yeah, it was a lot of fun.
m:
English
Receptioni
Good afternoon, how may I help you?
st:
Ryan :
Receptioni
Who are they for?
st:
Ryan :
Receptioni
What kind of flowers would you like?
st:
Ryan :
I don't know. I don't know too much about flowers. Can yourecom
mend something?
Receptioni
OK. What's the reason you are sending her flowers?
st:
Ryan :
Today's her birthday and she told me she wants me to buy herflow
ers.
Receptioni
Do you know what kind of flowers she likes?
st:
Ryan :
I'm not sure. I know I should know that, but I can't rememberright
now.
Receptioni
Well, they're for your wife, so I think you should give her roses.
st:
Ryan :
Receptioni
What color?
st:
Ryan :
Receptioni
Do you want to pick them up or should we deliver them?
st:
Ryan :
Receptioni
What's the address?
st:
Ryan :
English
Laur
Hello?
a:
Jack
Hi, is Heather there please?
:
Laur
Sorry, I think you have the wrong number.
a:
Jack
Is this 617-228-2289?
:
Laur
Yes. Who are you looking for again?
a:
Jack
Heather Johnson.
:
Laur Oh, I thought you said Laura. Sorry about that. This is the rightnumber,
a : but Heather's not here right now.
Jack
Do you know where she went?
:
Laur She went to the store to buy some groceries. Would you like toleave a m
a : essage?
Jack
Yes, would you please tell her Eric Martin called?
:
Laur Hi Eric, this is her roommate Kathy. I met you a couple months agoat the
a : Christmas party.
Jack
Oh, yes. How are you?
:
Laur
Good. Heather will be back in about 20 minutes. I'll tell her youcalled.
a:
Jack
OK. Thanks.
:
Laur
Bye bye.
a:
English
me:
Tin
Hello?
a:
Jo
Hi Tina, It's Joe.
e:
Tin
Hi Joe.
a:
Jo
How's the weather there today?
e:
Tin
It's really cold. It snowed all day and the schools closed early.
a:
Jo
What's the temperature?
e:
Tin
It's 30 degrees now. It was even colder this morning.
a:
Jo
Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow?
e:
Tin I was watching the news a little earlier. They said it's probablygoing to sno
a : w tomorrow.
Jo
I really don't like the winter. I wish it were summer.
e:
Tin
Me too. How's the weather where you are?
a:
Jo It's not too bad, but it's pretty cold here too. It was about 45 todayand it r
e : ained this afternoon. I heard it's going to be a little warmertomorrow.
English
Tom
It's almost Christmas. What are you doing this weekend?
:
Sar
Nothing special, just working. Why do you ask?
a:
Tom Well, I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping. Do you want togo sh
:
opping with me this weekend?
Sar I'd like to, but I'm not sure if I can. Work has been really busylately. Why
a : don't we go on Friday instead?
Tom Friday's not good. I think the stores will be very crowded and Ihave to w
:
ork.
Sar OK, then let's try to go this weekend. I should know if I can go byFriday. I
a : s it OK if I call you then?
Tom
Yeah, that's fine.
:
Sar
What's your number?
a:
Tom 233-331-8828. Let me give you my email address too. It'
:
ssara@gmail.com
Sar
OK, I'll talk to you soon.
a:
Tom
OK.
:
English
Vicky : Hello?
Ben : Hi Vicky.
Vicky : Are you there yet?
Ben : Yes.
Vicky : I just got off the subway. I'm almost there. Sorry I'm late.
Ben : That's no problem. I just wanted to tell you I'm inside.
Vicky : Where are you?
Ben : On the second floor.
Vicky :
Ben : I don't know for sure. When you get here we'll talk about it.
Vicky : OK, see you soon.
Ben : Bye.
English
Rach
Craig, what do you do for work?
el :
Craig
I'm still a student.
:
Rach
What school do you go to?
el :
Craig
Boston University.
:
Rach
That's a good school. What do you study?
el :
Craig
I'm studying English, math, and history. My major is English.
:
Rach
How long have you been studying English?
el :
Craig
More than six years.
:
Rach
That's a long time.
el :
Craig
Yeah, I started to learn English when I was in high school.
:
Rach
No wonder your English is so good.
el :
Craig Actually, it's not that good. I can read but I can't speak very well. Ihave
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n't had a lot of chance to practice.
Rach
I see. Talking with other people is very important.
el :
Craig
Yes, but I still don't have many friends here yet.
:
Rach
I'm having a party tonight at my apartment. You should come.
el :
Craig
Oh thanks for inviting me. I'd love to come.
:
English
Shaw
Hi Kim.
n:
Kim : Hey Shawn, good to see you again.
Shaw
How have you been?
n:
Kim :
OK, I didn't sleep much last night though. I stayed up until 2AMstudyin
g for an exam.
Shaw I was up late last night too. The semester is almost over. I've hadexam
n:
s all week.
Kim : Are you going back to California after you graduate?
Shaw I think so. After I graduate I'll probably go back home and try to geta jo
n:
b.
Kim : Do you know where you'd like to work?
Shaw
Not yet, but I want to be an English translator.
n:
Kim :
That'd be really cool. I'd like to be a translator too, but I don't thinkmy
English is good enough.
Shaw Don't worry about that. Your English is better than most of myclassmat
n:
es.
Kim : Thanks. Where are you going now?
Shaw
I'm going to study at the library. I have to take an exam tomorrow.
n:
Kim : Me too. How late does the library stay open?
Shaw
I think it's open until 11:30PM.
n:
Kim : OK, Good luck.
Shaw
You too.
n:
English
Ang
Hello?
ela :
Dan
Hi Angela, it's Dan.
:
Ang
Hi Dan. How are you?
ela :
Dan
Good.
:
Ang
I called you yesterday. Did you get my message?
ela :
Dan Yes, I was taking a shower when you called. I saw that you calledand I
:
tried to call you back, but I think your phone was off.
Ang No problem. I wanted to remind you that my friend is gettingmarried n
ela : ext week. You're still coming to the wedding with me,right?
Dan
Oh, is that next week?
:
Ang
Yes. Did you forget?
ela :
Dan
No, of course not. I already bought them a present.
:
Ang That's good. I want to invite Megan also. Next time you see her,can you
ela : tell her for me.
Dan
Sure. Does she know your friend?
:
Ang Yes, I think they might have gone to the same college or somethinglike
ela : that. I'm not exactly sure how they know each other.
Dan
Are we all going to drive together?
:
Ang
Yes. I'll pick you up first, and then we'll go get Megan.
ela :
English
54. Mail.
Na
me:
English
Bill
Hey Jane, did you get the mail yet?
:
Jan Yes. I picked it up this morning. There were a few bills and a letterfrom
e : my mother. There was also a lot of junk mail.
Bill
Was there anything for me?
:
Jan I don't remember, let me check. Yes, it looks like there's somethinghere f
e : or you.
Bill
Who's it from?
:
Jan
The American Embassy.
e:
Bill
My hands are dirty. Will you open it for me?
:
Jan
Sure.
e:
Bill
What does it say?
:
Jan
It says your passport is ready. You can pick it up anytime.
e:
Bill
Do you think you can drive me there?
:
Jan
Sure, when?
e:
Bill I think we should go get it now. I'm going to wash my hands andthen we'
:
ll go. Is that OK?
Jan
That's fine.
e:
English
Tracy
How are you feeling?
:
Alan : I still have a cold.
Tracy
Still? It's been over a week now, hasn't it?
:
Alan : Yeah, its been a while. I started feeling this way last Monday.
Tracy
Are you feeling any better?
:
Alan : A little. I took some medicine this morning and I feel a little betternow.
Tracy
What's wrong?
:
Alan : I have a bad cough.
Tracy
Did you go see the doctor yet?
:
Alan : Not yet, I might go tomorrow.
Tracy
I'm going to the drug store now, can I get you anything?
:
Alan : Yes, if it's not too much trouble, would you get me some tissues.
Tracy
Sure. Anything else?
:
Alan : No, that's it.
Tracy OK, I'll be back in about an hour. If you think of anything else youneed,
:
give me a call.
Alan : Thanks.
English
Barb
Hi James, it's good to see you again.
ara :
Jame
Hi Barbara.
s:
Barb
Are you here for work?
ara :
Jame
Yes.
s:
Barb
Is Steve with you?
ara :
Jame
No I'm here alone. Steve couldn't come this time.
s:
Barb
How long will you be staying?
ara :
Jame
4 days. I'm going back on Friday.
s:
Barb My brother and I are getting together for dinner. Do you want tocome
ara : with us?
Jame Yeah, that would be nice. I have a meeting in an hour. I can meetyou a
s:
fterwards, if that's OK. The meeting shouldn't last long.
Barb
That's fine. Who is your meeting with?
ara :
Jame
The Boston Insurance Company. I'll call you when it's over.
s:
Barb
OK.
ara :
Jame Can I use your phone? I left mine in the car and I want to call themto g
s:
et directions.
Barb
Sure, here you go.
ara :
English
Frank
Hello?
:
Pam : Hi Frank, it's Pam.
Frank
Hey Pam, what's up?
:
Pam : Not much. Where are you?
Frank
I'm in the car driving home.
:
Pam :
When you get home will you send me an email with directions tothe pa
rty tonight?
Frank
Sure, no problem.
:
Pam : When do you think you'll get home?
Frank
I don't know, maybe in about 30 minutes or so. There's a lot oftraffic.
:
Pam :
I have to go out soon. Can you just send me a text message withthe a
ddress instead.
Frank
OK, I'll do that as soon as I get home.
:
Pam : Thanks a lot. Drive carefully.
Frank
OK, I'll see you tonight.
:
Pam : Bye.
English
Sharon
Hello?
:
George Hi Sharon it's George again. What time do you think you'll get tothe p
:
arty tonight?
Sharon
Sorry, what did you say?
:
George Hello, can you hear me? I said what time do you think you'll begettin
:
g to the party?
Sharon
Sorry, I can't hear you.
:
George
Can you hear me now?
:
Sharon
No, not very clearly. It's really noisy here.
:
George
It might be my cell phone, I don't think I have very good reception.
:
Sharon
Oh, that's OK.
:
George
Can I call you right back?
:
Sharon
OK.
:
English
Tiffan
Ed, what should we do today?
y:
Ed :
Tiffan
Me too. Let's go to the gym.
y:
Ed :
Tiffan
We can lift weights or play basketball.
y:
Ed :
Tiffan Not really, but I like to play. I use to play a lot when I was in school,but
y:
now there's no time.
Ed :
I know what you mean. I use to play soccer a lot. Do you think wecan
play soccer there?
Tiffan
No, there's not enough room. I think it's better if we play outside.
y:
Ed :
Tiffan It's too cold outside today. Let's wait until the weather gets a littlewar
y:
mer.
Ed :
OK.
English
English
OK. Let me look at your throat. Open your mouth. Your throat'sred.
Does it hurt?
Mrs.Wils
Yes. It's sore.
on :
Doctor : When did it start to feel this way?
Mrs.Wils
Last week.
on :
Doctor :
I think you have a virus. It might be the flu. I'm going to give you ap
rescription for some medicine.
Mrs.Wils
Thank you.
on :
Doctor :
Try to get some rest, and be sure to drink lots of water and orangeju
ice.
English
Receptionis
Hello, Marriott Hotel, how may I help you?
t:
Nancy :
Receptionis
Just a moment. OK, for what date?
t:
Nancy :
July 25th.
Receptionis
How many nights will you be staying?
t:
Nancy :
Receptionis 75 dollars a night plus tax. Would you like me to reserve a roomf
t:
or you?
Nancy :
Yes please.
Receptionis
Your name?
t:
Nancy :
Nancy Anderson.
Receptionis
Miss Anderson, how will you be paying?
t:
Nancy :
Visa.
Receptionis
Card number please.
t:
Nancy :
Receptionis
Expiration date?
t:
Nancy :
1/9/2012
Receptionis
OK, You're all set. We'll see you on the 25th.
t:
English
That's a good idea. We're going shopping later so I think you shouldres
t for a while.
Kevin
I don't think I want to go anymore.
:
Ellen : What do you mean? I thought you said we were going shopping.
Kevin
I know, but I changed my mind. I'm too tired.
:
Ellen : Well, I still have a lot of stuff to buy. When do you think we'll go?
Kevin
Maybe tonight.
:
Ellen : OK, would you mind if I use your phone?
Kevin
Sorry I don't have signal.
:
Ellen : Are you kidding? I usually have really good reception here.
Kevin
My phone is very old and it doesn't work very well.
:
Ellen : What if I take it outside?
Kevin
Yes, that's fine. It works well outside.
:
English
English
Jimm
Angela, come in.
y:
Angel
Happy Birthday!
a:
Jimm
Thanks. I can't believe you remembered that.
y:
Angel Well, I have a calendar in my computer. It helps me rememberthings li
a:
ke that. What are you up to?
Jimm
I'm reading a book my cousin gave me for my birthday.
y:
Angel Let me see. Oh, I have this book at home. I want to give you apresent
a:
too.
Jimm Wow, it's a guitar. I already have one, but I like this one better.Thank y
y:
ou.
Angel
You're welcome. Do you know how to play the guitar?
a:
Jimm
Yeah, I know how to play. My father taught me when I was young.
y:
Angel
Will you play it now? I want to listen to some music.
a:
Jimm
OK. Do you know this one?
y:
Angel Yeah, I've heard that one. I could sing that song when I was inmiddle s
a:
chool.
Jimm It's an old one. It makes me feel old. When I was in college theyuse to
y:
play it on the radio all the time.
English
Receptio
Good evening.
nist:
Jim :
Receptio
Yes. The rate is 55 dollars.
nist:
Jim :
Receptio We have wireless. If you have a computer you can use thewireless n
nist:
etwork for an additional 5 dollars.
Jim :
Receptio
Would you like a smoking or a non-smoking room?
nist:
Jim :
Non-smoking.
Receptio
How will you be paying?
nist:
Jim :
Receptio
How many people?
nist:
Jim :
Two.
Receptio
Would you like a king size bed or two double beds?
nist:
Jim :
Receptio You're in room 237. It's on the second floor. Here's your key.Sign he
nist:
re please.
Jim :
Receptio
11:30AM
nist:
English
Please fill out this form. When you're finished, come back to thiswind
ow.
English
Beth : Patrick, why didn't you call me last night? I was worried about you.
Patrick
Sorry, I was sick. I went to bed early.
:
Beth : What's wrong?
Patrick
I had a cough and my eyes were really dry.
:
Beth : Are you better now?
Patrick
Yes, I'm feeling a lot better. Much better than yesterday.
:
Beth : Do you have allergies?
Patrick Yes. Last time I went to the doctor, he did some tests and told me Ihave allergies. It gets worse in t
:
he spring.
Beth : What time did you wake up this morning?
Patrick
Around 9:30AM.
:
Beth : Are you going to work today?
Patrick
No. I think I'll just stay home and watch TV. I can work from hometoday.
:
Beth : Good. Get some rest and I'll bring over some food later.
Patrick
Thanks.
:
English
Josh : Hi Rachel!
Rachel
Hi Josh! It's been a long time. Where are you working now?
:
Josh : I work at a software company downtown. I'm an engineer.
Rachel
That's interesting. What kind of software do you write?
:
Josh : It's a database for small businesses.
Rachel
Does your company have a website?
:
Josh : Yes.
Rachel
What's the website address?
:
Josh : www.sun.com
Rachel
How can I get the software?
:
Josh : You can download it from the website. It's very popular and it'sfree.
Rachel
OK, I'll do that. I have to go now. It was really nice seeing youagain.
:
Josh :
It was nice seeing you too. Email me next week and we'll gettogether
for coffee.
Rachel
My computer is broken so I can't send email right now. Can I callyou?
:
Josh : Sure, my number is 233-288-2328.
English
Bill :
Lucy : Guess.
Bill :
Lucy : Really?
Bill :
Yes, of course.
Celine Dion.
English
Taxidriv
Hello Miss, do you need a taxi?
er :
Mary :
Yes.
Taxidriv
Do you have any luggage?
er :
Mary :
Taxidriv
OK, I'll put them in the back for you. Where are you going?
er :
Mary :
Taxidriv
I think there are two in Boston. Which one are you going to?
er :
Mary :
Taxidriv
Is this your first time in Boston?
er :
Mary :
No. I've been here many times. I come here for work all the time.Do
you know how long it'll take?
Taxidriv
It shouldn't take long. Probably about 15 minutes.
er :
Mary :
Taxidriv
Yeah, there might be an accident up ahead.
er :
Mary :
OK, then stop at the next intersection. I'm gonna get out there andt
ake the subway.
English
Linda
Are you hungry?
:
Robe
No, why?
rt :
Linda We've been driving for a long time. I think we'd better find someplace t
:
o eat soon.
Robe
No, I'm OK. We're late so we'd better not stop.
rt :
Linda We've passed that same store three times already. I think we'relost. W
:
e should ask someone for directions.
Robe
We're not lost.
rt :
Linda
I've never gone this way before. Do you know where you're going?
:
Robe
Yes, this road goes through town. It's faster than the highway.
rt :
Linda
OK. Would you mind driving a little slower please?
:
Robe
Sure, no problem.
rt :
Linda
Did you see that sign back there? I think this is a one way street.
:
Robe
No, I didn't see it. I'm going to have to turn around.
rt :
Linda
You can't turn around here. I think you should let me drive.
:
Robe
I think you're right. I'm getting tired.
rt :
English
Sure.
Barbara : Thanks.
Adam :
No. It's not in there. When was the last time you saw it?
Barbara : Maybe. I'll call the library and ask them if anyone found it.
Adam :
Barbara : Yes, That's it. That's my purse. Thanks for helping me find it.
English
Willia
Excuse me, sir, will you take a picture of us?
m:
Susa
Sure. This is a really nice camera.
n:
Willia
Thanks, my parents gave it to me.
m:
Susa
How do you use it?
n:
Willia
You press this button here.
m:
Susa Come a little closer. Wait, that's too close. Move a little to the left.Move
n:
back a little farther. OK, stay right there.
Willia
Do you mean here?
m:
Susa
Yes, that's good. Oh, I can't get it to work.
n:
Willia
You need to hold down the button for about 3 seconds.
m:
Susa
OK I got it, are you ready?
n:
Willia
Yes.
m:
Susa
Smile.
n:
English
Thom
Hi Tracy. What's going on?
as :
Tracy : Hi Thomas. I'm waiting in line to buy a DVD player.
Thom
The line is too long. Why don't you come back tomorrow.
as :
Tracy : I think you're right. They're going to close soon.
Thom
Let's go get some coffee.
as :
Tracy :
Thom
Sure. Oops.
as :
Tracy : What happened?
Thom
I dropped your calculator. Is it broken?
as :
Tracy :
I'm not sure. Let me have a look. No, I don't think it's broken. Thebutt
on came off though. I can fix it.
Thom
Sorry about that.
as :
Tracy :
Don't worry about it. I do that all the time. If it is broken, I haveanoth
er one in my car.
English
Richard
Hey, how did you get here?
:
Jennifer
I rode my bike.
:
Richard
Are you serious? Why did you do that? I could have picked you up.
:
Jennifer That's OK, I didn't want to bother you. I know you don't like towake
:
up early.
Richard
That's so nice of you. Aren't you cold?
:
Jennifer
No, not really. I wore a coat.
:
Richard
What's in the bag?
:
Jennifer
It's a special type of apple.
:
Richard
Oh. Can I try one? It's very sweet.
:
Jennifer I put sugar on it. These apples are really good. They were only 30ce
:
nts each.
Richard
Aren't those more expensive than the ones at the supermarket?
:
Jennifer
Yeah, they're more expensive, but they taste better.
:
Richard
Did you buy any other fruit?
:
Jennifer
Well, besides the apples, I bought oranges and bananas.
:
English
Lisa : Hello?
Jame
Hi. Are you still up?
s:
Lisa : Yes.
Jame
You sound tired, is everything OK?
s:
Lisa :
Jame Do you have time to get some coffee with me later? I havesomething I
s:
want to talk to you about.
Lisa : No, sorry. Not today. I have to get up early tomorrow.
Jame
Oh, What are you going to do tomorrow?
s:
Lisa :
Jame
I see.
s:
Lisa : Are you free tomorrow?
Jame Yes, in the afternoon. I have to finish something I'm working on,but I'll
s:
be free after 3:30.
Lisa : Do you want to get together after you finish work?
Jame
Do you think you'll have time?
s:
Lisa : Yeah, my mother-in-law will be leaving here around 2PM.
English
e:
Jess
Hey, I just talked to Jim.
ica :
Mar
What did he say?
k:
Jess
He said he had to cancel the meeting this afternoon.
ica :
Mar
Oh, I see.
k:
Jess
Is there a problem?
ica :
Mar No, It's not a big deal. He and I were supposed to talk to some newcusto
k : mers today.
Jess
Sorry to hear that.
ica :
Mar
It's OK. This has been happening quite a bit recently.
k:
Jess
That's strange. I wonder why?
ica :
Mar His wife has been sick, so sometimes he has to go home early totake car
k : e of her.
Jess
I see. How's work been going?
ica :
Mar Things are slow right now. Would you mind if I borrow your phone,mine's
k : out of batteries and I have to call my boss to tell him aboutthis.
Jess
OK, let me go get it. Its in the car.
ica :
English
Joh
Hello?
n:
An
Hi John, sorry for calling so late, I hope I didn't wake you up.
n:
Joh
Actually, I was just finishing some work. I haven't gone to bed yet.
n:
An
Did you hear Bill got fired yesterday?
n:
Joh
No. I didn't hear that. Are you sure?
n:
An
Yeah, Sarah told me this afternoon. She was pretty upset about it.
n:
Joh
That's too bad. Bill's a nice guy.
n:
An
Yeah, I know.
n:
Joh
Why did they fire him?
n:
An
She didn't say.
n:
Joh I see. Well, if you talk to Sara again, tell her there's a job openingat my c
n : ompany. Bill can have an interview this week if he wants.
An
Oh, thank you so much. I'll call her and tell her.
n:
English
Karen
Hi Jim.
:
Jim :
Karen
It's nothing. I'm just a little nervous.
:
Jim :
Karen
Well, I'm having surgery tomorrow on my finger.
:
Jim :
Karen
I broke it the other day playing basketball.
:
Jim :
Karen
Yeah, it's been bothering me since that day.
:
Jim :
Karen
Yes. I've never had surgery before.
:
Jim :
Karen
Were you nervous before the surgery?
:
Jim :
Karen
Dr. Allen.
:
Jim :
Oh, I've heard he's really good. I don't think you have anything toworr
y about.
Karen
Good. That makes me feel much better.
:
English
Paul
Betty, are you and John still dating?
:
Bett
Yeah, things are going really good.
y:
Paul
Where did you meet him?
:
Bett I met him at the library a couple of weeks ago. We were sitting atthe sa
y : me table and he asked to borrow my pen.
Paul
Wow, that's a nice story.
:
Bett I was telling Jim about it the other day. He thought it was prettyromanti
y : c.
Paul
Do you two have plans for tonight?
:
Bett Yes, I think we're going to rent a movie. Have you seen anythinggood la
y : tely?
Paul
I saw Spider-Man the other day.
:
Bett
I've heard that's a really funny movie.
y:
Paul Are you kidding? That movie's not funny. It's sad. I was crying atthe end
:
.
Bett
You're really sensitive, aren't you?
y:
Paul
I guess so. Maybe that's why I can't find a girlfriend.
:
English
Ki Hi Peter, can I talk to you for a moment. I just heard the cookiefactory do
m : wntown is going out of business.
Pet
Where did you hear that?
er :
Ki
Sara told me.
m:
Pet
I'm not sure that's true. I haven't heard anything about it.
er :
Ki
She said that they have already started to lay people off.
m:
Pet
Doesn't your father work there?
er :
Ki Yes, I'm really worried he might get laid off, he just started to workthere a
m : bout three months ago. What do you think I should do?
Pet
I'd talk to your father.
er :
Ki Yeah, but if there was something wrong I don't think he'd tell me.He does
m : n't like to upset me, but I really would like to know what'sgoing on.
Pet
So what are you gonna do?
er :
Ki
Aren't you good friends with the president of that company?
m:
Pet
Yes, we use to work together at a different company about fiveyears ago.
er :
Ki
Maybe you could call him and see what's going on.
m:
Pet Well, I don't know. I guess I could. It's pretty late now, but I'll callhim in t
er : he morning.
Ki
OK, thanks so much.
m:
English
Yes, but I am. I've gained 10 pounds in the last two months. Lookat my
stomach.
Melis
How much do you weigh?
sa :
Dan : I think about 170 pounds.
Melis
What kind of foods do you eat?
sa :
Dan :
Melis I was reading a diet book the other day. It said that if you eat meatand
sa : nothing else, you'll lose weight quickly.
Dan : Wow, does that work?
Melis
I don't know, but someone told me they tried it and lost 20 pounds.
sa :
Dan : That sounds good, but I'm not sure how long I could do that.
Melis I know, once you start eating vegetables and bread again you'llprobabl
sa : y start gaining weight.
Dan : Well, I think I'm going to try it anyway. Who's the author?
Melis I can't remember. It's not that popular anymore. When I get homeI'll ch
sa : eck and give you a call.
English
Ange
Hello?
la :
Jame
Hi Sarah, it's James.
s:
Ange
Hey James, I can't talk now. Can I call you back later?
la :
Jame
Sure. Is there a problem?
s:
Ange I'm late for work and my car isn't working, so I need to findsomeone to
la : take me to work.
Jame
I can take you.
s:
Ange
Oh, really? Thank you. That would help a lot.
la :
Jame
Do you need me to pick you up after work also?
s:
Ange
Yes, if it's not too much trouble.
la :
Jame
It's no problem. I'm leaving my house now. I'll be right there.
s:
Ange
OK. I'll wait for you in front of my apartment building.
la :
Jame
Do you know what's wrong with your car?
s:
Ange
I'm not exactly sure. I think there's a problem with the engine.
la :
Jame OK, I'll have a look when I get there. I know a lot about cars. WhenI wa
s:
s younger my father and I use to fix old cars.
English
Don
Hey, what have you been doing today?
na :
Robe
Nothing, just watching TV. I'm really bored. I don't have anythingto do.
rt :
Don I don't have anything to do either. I didn't do anything todayexcept clea
na : n my house.
Robe I know. I was planning to go to the mall today with one of myfriends, bu
rt : t it snowed so much we couldn't go anywhere.
Don
I hope it snows all night because I don't want to go to schooltomorrow.
na :
Robe Do you know anyone who has a camera? I want to take a picture ofall th
rt : is snow.
Don
No, I don't know anyone who has a camera.
na :
Robe
Have you seen Sara today? I think she might have one.
rt :
Don No, she hasn't been around all day. She said she had somethingimporta
na : nt to do today?
Robe
Oh, where did she go?
rt :
Don
Nobody knows. I called her roommate and she doesn't know either.
na :
English
Anth
Mandy, did you know Heather called you?
ony :
Mand
No. When did she call?
y:
Anth
Two hours ago, I think.
ony :
Mand
Two hours ago? Why didn't you tell me earlier?
y:
Anth
Sorry, I forgot.
ony :
Mand
What did she say?
y:
Anth
She said she's waiting for you at her sister's place.
ony :
Mand OK, I was going to cook dinner first, but I don't think I have enoughtim
y:
e now. I'll just warm up some leftovers in the microwave.
Anth
OK.
ony :
Mand
If she calls again tell her I'm gonna to be late.
y:
Anth
OK, no problem.
ony :
Mand
This is very important. Don't forget.
y:
Anth
Don't worry. I won't forget.
ony :
Mand Actually, would you please hand me my phone? I think I shouldgive her
y:
a call now. She's probably wondering where I am.
Anth
Sure, I'll get it for you.
ony :
English
e:
Kare
I'm going shopping. Do you want to come?
n:
Jaso
I thought you went shopping yesterday.
n:
Kare I did, but an old friend called me last night and invited me to hisbirthda
n : y party. I need to buy a gift for him.
Jaso
I see. What are you going to get him?
n:
Kare I really have no idea what he likes. I haven't seen him in a longtime. Wh
n : at do you think?
Jaso
Maybe a cake?
n:
Kare Well, that's a good idea, but I think I should probably get himsomething
n : else, like something he can wear.
Jaso How about a sweater? I saw a really nice one in the mall the otherday.
n : Maybe we can go there and take a look.
Kare
OK, what store was it in?
n:
Jaso
It was at Macy's. I think they're having a sale this weekend.
n:
Kare
Oh, that's a really nice store. I like the clothes there.
n:
English
Tim
Hey Diane, what are you doing here?
:
Dia
Hi, Tim, how are you? I'm waiting for a friend.
ne :
Tim
I heard you're going to graduate this summer. Is that true?
:
Dia Yes. If everything goes alright, I'll be getting my bachelors degreein Aug
ne : ust. Then I need to start looking for a job.
Tim
I had to do that last year. It wasn't easy. Do you have any joboffers?
:
Dia No, not yet. I sent out a lot of resumes, but I didn't receive manyrespons
ne : es. It's pretty hard to find a job right now.
Tim
What's your major?
:
Dia
Psychology.
ne :
Tim That was my major when I started college, but I switched toengineering
:
after the first year.
Dia
I think it's easier for engineers to find a job.
ne :
Tim I'm not sure about that. It took me about 3 months to find a job. Ifinally
:
was able to get a job after I put my resume on one of thosejob websites.
Dia Anyway, it really doesn't matter. If I can't find a job I'll probably goback t
ne : o school to get my Masters degree.
English
Gary
Hello?
:
Nanc
Hey Gary. What's up?
y:
Gary
I haven't talked to you in a long time, what's been happening?
:
Nanc Well, I don't know if you heard, I just moved into a new apartmentin LA
y:
.
Gary No, I heard you were thinking about moving but I didn't know you'dalre
:
ady found a place. That's cool.
Nanc
Yeah, I'm really happy about it.
y:
Gary
Do you have any roommates?
:
Nanc
No, not this time. It's a big change for me 'cause I've never livedalone.
y:
Gary
Don't you think you'll be lonely?
:
Nanc Not really, I have two friends who live in the same building. We allhad d
y:
inner together last night.
Gary
Are they students also?
:
Nanc No, they're not students, but there are a lot of students living in thebuil
y:
ding.
Gary
Sounds like a nice place.
:
Nanc
Yeah, I think it's a good environment for learning English.
y:
Gary
Well, I'm glad to hear everything worked out.
:
Nanc
You should come out here and visit me sometime. There's even apool.
y:
Gary
That would be nice. I'll think about it.
:
English
Amy
Justin, have you found a girlfriend yet?
:
Justi
No, not yet.
n:
Amy
What about Jenny?
:
Justi
She has a boyfriend.
n:
Amy
Oh, I thought they broke up.
:
Justi
No, they're still together.
n:
Amy
How about that girl from work you were telling me about last year?
:
Justi
Who, Emily? She's married now. She got married last month.
n:
Amy
I see. It seems like everyone our age is married.
:
Justi
Yeah, it's not easy.
n:
Amy
Is there anyone you're interested in?
:
Justi There is one girl I like who lives in my building. I talk to her a lotbecaus
n:
e she's also studying English.
Amy
What's she like?
:
Justi
She's really nice. She moved here from Texas about 3 months ago.
n:
Amy
What does she do?
:
Justi
She's an accountant.
n:
Amy That's a good job. She must be really smart. Have you asked herout yet
:
?
Justi
Actually we're going to dinner on Friday.
n:
Amy
Good luck.
:
English
Ann
Hi Jason, Sorry to bother you. I have a question for you.
a:
Jaso
OK, what's up?
n:
Ann I've been having a problem with my computer. I know you're anenginee
a : r so I thought you might be able to help me.
Jaso
I see. What's the problem?
n:
Ann
I have a file that I can't open for some reason.
a:
Jaso
What type of file is it?
n:
Ann It's a Word document I've been working on. I need to finish it bytomorro
a : w.
Jaso
Were you able to open it before, on the computer you're usingnow?
n:
Ann Yes, I was working on it last night and everything was fine, but thismorn
a : ing I couldn't open the file.
Jaso
Do you think your computer might have a virus?
n:
Ann
No, I checked and there weren't any.
a:
Jaso OK. I'm not sure what's wrong. If it's possible, email the file to meand I'l
n : l see if I can get it to open.
Ann
OK, I'll do that when I get home. Are you going to be aroundtonight?
a:
Jaso Yeah, I'll be home after 8PM. Send it to me when you get a chanceand I'l
n : l call you later.
English
Shar
Hi George, do you know how to get downtown?
on :
Geor
Sure. Why are you going there?
ge :
Shar
I want to buy a new computer.
on :
Geor
OK, are you driving?
ge :
Shar
Yes.
on :
Geor Go straight down this road. When you get to the second light, takea left
ge : . Then get on the highway and take exit 52.
Shar That sounds really complicated. Can you tell me again? Which roaddo I
on : take first?
Geor You go down this road, then at the second light turn left. That roadis M
ge : ain street.
Shar
OK, I think I've got it now.
on :
Geor Why are you buying a new computer anyway? Didn't you just getone a
ge : few months ago?
Shar
Yes, but it doesn't work anymore.
on :
Geor
Where did you buy it?
ge :
Shar
At Wal-Mart.
on :
Geor I think you're computer should still be under warranty. You canbring it
ge : back to them and they'll fix it for free.
Shar I think you're right. I didn't think about that. I should go talk tothem ab
on : out it. Where is the closest Wal-Mart?
Geor It's about 2 blocks from here. I have to go there to get some stuffnow a
ge : nyway. Do you want to follow me?
Shar
Sure.
on :
English
Amand
John, did you see the news today?
a:
John :
Amand
There was a big earthquake in San Diego.
a:
John :
Oh my goodness.
Amand
The president was on the news talking about it earlier.
a:
John :
Amand
I think they said two people were killed.
a:
John :
Amand Yeah, I can't believe you hadn't heard about it. They were talkingabo
a:
ut it on CNN all day.
John :
Amand
Don't you watch the news?
a:
John :
No, I usually read the news online, but I haven't had time to turnon
my computer today.
English
Stepha
What's your favorite sport?
nie:
Frank : I like basketball. I watch the games on TV all the time.
Stepha
Who's your favorite team?
nie:
Frank : The Boston Celtics.
Stepha
They're really good this year, aren't they?
nie:
Frank : Yes. Do you like them?
Stepha
Yes. Everyone around here does.
nie:
Frank : Do you think they'll win the championship this year?
Stepha
It's possible. They have some really good players.
nie:
Frank : Did you watch the game last night?
Stepha A little, not the whole thing. I watched the second half though and Is
nie:
aw some of the highlights online.
Frank : It was a great game, wasn't it?
Stepha
Yeah. Do you know who they're playing tomorrow night?
nie:
Frank : I think their playing LA.
Stepha
That's going to be a tough game. LA has a good team.
nie:
English
Peter
Hi Liz. Are you working on your webpage now?
:
Liz :
No, I'm still waiting for you to send me that image file for thehomepag
e?
Peter
You mean you didn't get it? I sent it to you over an hour ago.
:
Liz :
Let me check. It's going to take a second 'cause I have to start upmy c
omputer.
Peter
OK. Did you get it?
:
Liz :
One second. I just have to open my web browser and check myhotmail
account.
Peter
OK.
:
Liz :
Peter How do I find the webpage? I tried to search for it on Yahoo but Icould
:
n't find it.
Liz :
Peter
I tried that also and it didn't work.
:
Liz :
If you go to Google and search for my name, you should be able tofind
it.
Peter
OK. Let me try that. I see it now.
:
English
Julie : Hey Michael, I'm tired. Would you mind driving for a while?
Micha
Sorry. I would like to, but I don't know how to drive.
el :
Julie : Really? You don't have a license? I thought everyone had a license.
Micha No, I've lived in cities all my life and when I'm at home I usuallytake th
el :
e subway or bus.
Julie : I see. Do you think you'll learn to drive in the future?
Micha
Yes. I plan to buy a car next year. I think you need one in the U.S.
el :
Julie :
Actually, now that I think about it, a lot of people in cities here takethe
bus also.
Micha Well, I'd like to travel more. I've been here for a few monthsalready an
el :
d I feel like I haven't seen anything yet.
Julie : How are you going to learn to drive? Do you want me to teach you?
Micha No, I wouldn't want to trouble you. I've already signed up for aclass ne
el :
ar my house. It starts next month.
English
Sa
Thomas your English is so good. How did you learn it?
ra :
Th
om Well, in my country everyone has to take English starting in thefirst grade.
as I've been taking English courses for 12 years now.
:
Wow, that's interesting. I remember when we took that trip lastyear and v
Sa
isited your family. It seemed like there weren't manypeople that could spe
ra :
ak with me in English.
Th
om
Oh, that's because they don't speak English that much.
as
:
Sa But they speak it in school, right? Maybe they just didn't like me sothey di
ra : dn't want to talk to me.
Th No, actually they liked you a lot. They told me they thought youwere very
om nice. They are just shy. They're not use to talking withforeigners. I remem
as ber when I first came to the U.S. I was reallynervous about speaking with
: people.
Sa I see. I thought there were lots of Americans teaching English inyour coun
ra : try.
Th
om Yes, that's true. There are probably twice as many now as therewere five
as years ago, but they are mostly in the cities. My familylives in the country.
:
Sa I wonder why. Personally I prefer the country to the city. It's soquiet and p
ra : eaceful. If I were to teach, I would want to teach in thecountry.
Th
Do you think you would want to teach someday? I know the schoolsaroun
om
d my town are looking for teachers, so if you want I can callthem and get
as
more information.
:
Sa No, I don't think so. I would need to stay there for a year, and Idon't think
ra : I can take that much time off work.
Th
om Well, if you change your mind, let me know. I think you would be areally gr
as eat teacher.
:
98. Gifts.
Name:
English
Jonath
Dorothy what are your plans for Christmas?
an :
Dorot Oh yes, it's almost Christmas, isn't it. I'm not sure what I'll bedoing th
hy :
en.
Jonath Well, if you don't have any plans, you family could have dinner atmy h
an :
ouse.
Dorot
That's very nice of you, thanks. Have you finished your shoppingyet?
hy :
Jonath
No, I still have to do that. I think I'll go to the mall this weekend.
an :
Dorot
It's going to be really crowded at the mall. You should shop online.
hy :
Jonath You're right. My family loves to read, so I can probably get them allpr
an :
esents from Amazon.com.
Dorot
What do you think you'll get for your wife?
hy :
Jonath Probably a romance novel. It seems like she's always reading oneof th
an :
ose.
Dorot Don't you think you should get her something a little moreexpensive,
hy :
like jewelry or maybe a new computer?
Jonath Maybe you're right. It's hard buying gifts. I think my wife haseverythi
an :
ng she wants. Maybe I should just ask her.
99. Election.
Na
English
me:
Kar
en Martin, who are you going to vote for?
:
Ma
rti You mean for president?
n:
Kar
en Yes.
:
Ma
rti I'm not sure yet.
n:
Kar
en You should make up your mind soon. The election is next month.
:
Ma
rti Yes, I know. I hear about it every day on the news.
n:
Kar
en I'm going to vote for Obama.
:
Ma
I think he is a good choice, but I think McCain would make a goodpreside
rti
nt also.
n:
Kar I know. They're both good. It's hard to decide. McCain is older buthe has
en more experience. Obama seems to have a lot of good ideas,but some peo
:
ple say he wants to raise taxes.
Ma
I heard he wants to lower taxes. It's hard to know what the truth is.That'
rti
s the reason I really don't pay attention to politics.
n:
Kar
en Yes, it can be frustrating, but it's important and it's interesting towatch.
: