Conversation
Article #41 Oral Exams
Mary: Hey, Cindy! Have you finished the exam?
Cindy: Yes, I have. Whew!
Mary: Was it hard?
Cindy: Well, yes. It was hard--pretty hard.
Mary: Did you pass?
Cindy: I don't know. Mrs. Lester didn't tell me.
Mary: What questions did she ask?
Cindy: First she asked me what my name was.
Mary: That was easy, wasn't it?
Cindy: Yes, except I couldn't remember! Then she asked me where I came from, and how
long it took to get here from my country.
Mary: And what else did she ask?
Cindy: She asked how long I'd been studying English here in Canada, and she asked how
I would use English in the future.
Mary: Yes, yes, go on.
Cindy: Then she asked me to explain the difference between my country and Canada.
Mary: Anything else?
Cindy: I'm trying to remember. Oh, yes! She asked if I spoke any other language.
Mary: Is that all?
Cindy: Oh, there were a lot of other questions. She asked me what my hobbies were,
where I visited in Canada. Then I was asked to read a passage.
Mary: What did she say at the end?
Cindy: Hmm. Let's see... Oh, Yes! She asked me to tell you to go in--right away.
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Article #42 Would You Call me?
Angela: Well, see you tomorrow.
Vicky: I'd better go, too. Oh, would you do me a favour?
Angela: Sure.
Vicky: Would you call me tomorrow at six o'clock in the morning? Tomorrow is my
daughter's birthday. I want to get her a new robe, and I have to pick up the dry cleaning,
and pick up the cake from the bakery. Anyway, I have lots of things to do. But I'm not
sure I can get up early.
Angela: Do you need a hand?
Vicky: Oh, can you? That would be great; can you go to the mall and buy her a new robe,
pick up the dry cleaning, and get the cake from the bakery?
Angela: And what will you be doing?
Vicky: Sleeping in of course!
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Margaret: Are you going out with Leonard tonight?
Frances: Uh-huh. He's supposed to pick me up at six thirty. What time is it now?
Margaret: Quarter to six. You'd better get going.
Frances: You're kidding. I haven't even taken a shower.
Margaret: Where are you going?
Frances: We haven't made up our minds yet. Maybe to a movie, maybe to a party.
Margaret: Go and see Forrest Gump. It's supposed to be interesting.
Frances: Oh, maybe we will. I've heard The Sixth Sense is good, too.
Margaret: Well, personally I prefer Forrest Gump. I really should be going. Do you want to
go shopping tomorrow?
Frances: I'd like to go, but it depends. I might have to go to the store tomorrow and do
some work. Can I let you know first thing in the morning?
Margaret: OK, that would be all right. (Rrring, rrring)
Frances: Oh, there's the phone. It must be Leonard.
Margaret: Well, I'll be going. Call me up tomorrow.
Frances: I will. Have a good evening.
Margaret: You too.
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Article #44 On the Phone-A Less Formal Call
Miss Wallace: Good afternoon, Scott and Smith. May I help you?
George: May I speak to Mr. Scott or Mr. Smith, please?
Miss Wallace: I'm sorry, they aren't here right now. Who's calling, please?
George: George Martin.
Miss Wallace: Is there any message I can take, Mr. Martin?
George: No, I'll call back later.
Miss Wallace: Thank you for calling Scott and Smith.
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Article #45 A Cup of Coffee
Bill: Can I get you something to drink?
Robin: A cup of coffee, please.
Bill: With milk and sugar?
Robin: A little milk, but no sugar.
Bill: I never drink coffee at night.
Robin: Why not?
Bill: It keeps me awake.
Robin: What do you drink with supper?
Bill: Tea, it helps me relax.
Robin: I don't like tea.
Bill: There are so many kinds of tea; maybe you should shop around and try to find one
you like because coffee is so bad for you.
Robin: That's a good idea.
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Article #46 How About a Drink?
Chris: How about a drink, tonight?
Loretta: I'd love to.
Chris: Where can we meet?
Loretta: How about the Relax Bar?
Chris: All right. What time?
Loretta: Is eight o'clock OK?
Chris: Yes that's fine.
Loretta: I will meet you there; I'm really looking forward to it!
Chris: Me too!
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Article #47 I Have a Sore Throat
Matt: You sound terrible.
Judy: I have a sore throat.
Matt: You should rest your voice.
Judy: I know. It hurts when I talk.
Matt: What are you taking for your throat?
Judy: Hot tea and honey.
Matt: That should help. Are you going to work today?
Judy: No, I'm staying home.
Matt: Good idea.
Judy: I'll feel better tomorrow.
Matt: I hope so.
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Article #48 On Sale
Emily: Do you like my new coat?
Scott: It looks terrific!
Emily: I'm glad you like it.
Scott: How much was it?
Emily: Eighty dollars.
Scott: That's a good price.
Emily: Yeah, it was on sale.
Scott: Where did you get it?
Emily: At Sears.
Scott: I like to shop there, too; they always have really good sales!
Emily: Maybe you should go there today, you the have a sale on shirts if you're interested.
Scott: Good idea! I need some.
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Article #49 Not a Cloud in the Sky
Eddie: What a beautiful day!
Rita: Yes, there's not a cloud in the sky.
Eddie: What's the temperature?
Rita: It's seventy degrees.
Eddie: I love October.
Rita: Me too. It's not too hot and not too cold.
Eddie: Fall is my favourite season.
Rita: Mine, too.
Eddie: The weather is almost perfect.
Rita: And the leaves are very pretty when they change colours.
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Article #50 Cold and Windy
Eileen: Is it cold out?
Nelson: Yes, it's cold and windy!
Eileen: I'm going to wear my heavy coat.
Nelson: Good idea! Where are you going?
Eileen: To the post office.
Nelson: Why?
Eileen: To mail this package.
Nelson: Would you buy some stamps for me?
Eileen: Sure. How many do you want?
Nelson: Ten. Here's the money for the stamps.
Eileen: Okay. I'll be back in twenty minutes, unless I get blown away!
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Article #51 It's Beginning to Snow.
Jason: Do you like snow?
Kristin: No! I hate it!
Jason: Why? Snow is so pretty.
Kristin: Yes, but I don't like to drive in it.
Jason: Well, it's beginning to snow.
Kristin: And I have to drive to work.
Jason: How far is it to work?
Kristin: Six miles. Are we going to get much snow?
Jason: About twelve inches, they say.
Kristin: Oh no! Driving will be dangerous! Please be careful!
Jason: I will, by the way, can I borrow your car?
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Article #52 A House at the Shore
Roberto: When is your vacation?
Sandra: It starts next week.
Roberto: Where are you going?
Sandra: We're renting a house on the shore.
Roberto: That's wonderful!
Sandra: Yes, we love the ocean.
Roberto: Do you swim a lot?
Sandra: Not very much.
Roberto: Then, why are you going to the shore?
Sandra: Because we all bought new swim suits!
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Article #53 A Soccer Game
Denis: I'm going to play soccer.
Barbara: Who are you playing with?
Denis: Some friends from work.
Barbara: Are you a good soccer player?
Denis: Yes, but I'm not the best player on the team.
Barbara: What time does the game begin?
Denis: Nine o'clock. Why don't you come with me?
Barbara: I can't today. I'm very busy.
Denis: Okay. See you later.
Barbara: I hope your team wins.
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Article #54 Not So Young
Keith: My son is graduating from high school today!
Sally: And my daughter is graduating next year.
Keith: How old is she?
Sally: She's sixteen.
Keith: I remember when she was a baby.
Sally: I know. We're getting old.
Keith: Don't say that!
Sally: Why not? It's true.
Keith: No, it isn't. We were young when we got married.
Sally: That's right, but we got married 25 years ago!
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Article #55 Is She Single?
Lynn: Today is my cousin's birthday.
Roger: What's your cousin's name?
Lynn: Kathy. I'm going to her house after dinner.
Roger: How old is she?
Lynn: She's twenty-four.
Roger: Hmm. She's my age. Is she pretty?
Lynn: Yes, and she's very nice, too.
Roger: Is she single?
Lynn: No, she's married and has two children.
Roger: Oh that's too bad.
Lynn: Not for her! He he he...
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Article #56 To Buy a Birthday Present
Mark: What are you getting Jim for his birthday?
Leslie: I don't know yet.
Mark: You can always get him a shirt.
Leslie: But I got him one last year.
Mark: Oh, that's right. Let me think.
Leslie: I want to get him something different.
Mark: How about a briefcase?
Leslie: Good idea! His briefcase is getting old.
Mark: And it's something he'll use every day.
Leslie: Of course! Why didn't I think of that?
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Article #57 Telephone
Mr Palmer: Hello?
Sue: Hello, is Mary there?
Mr Palmer: I'm sorry, you have the wrong number.
Sue: Oh...is this 685-5290?
Mr Palmer: No, it's not.
Sue: I'm sorry.
Mr Palmer: That's OK.
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Article #58 A Light Eater
Frances: Would you like anything else? You haven't eaten very much.
Grace: No, thanks. I'm already full.
Frances: Oh, come on. Have some more.
Grace: No, I really can't. I've never been much of an eater.
Frances: Have some coffee then.
Grace: That would be nice.
Frances: How do you take it?
Grace: With sugar please, no cream.
Frances: Here you are.
Grace: Thank you.
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Article #59 A Nice Flat (1)
Agent: This is a nice flat.
Jane: Mmm...
Agent: There's a living room. There's a kitchen, a bedroom, and a bathroom, and there's
a bidet!
Jane: What is a bidet?
Agent: It's like a toilet, only better, I'll let you figure it out!
Jane: Well, none of my friends have a bidet, and even if I don't know what it is, they will
be jealous when I tell them!
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Article #60 A Nice Flat (2)
Agent: Well, here's the kitchen.
Jane: Hmm...It's very small.
Agent: Yes, it isn't very large, but there's a cooker and a fridge. There are some
cupboards under the sink.
Jane: Are there any plates?
Agent: Yes, there are.
Jane: Good. Are there any chairs in here?
Agent: No, there aren't, but there are some in the living room.
Jane: Hmm. There aren't any glasses!
Agent: Yes, there are! They're in the cupboard.
Jane: ...and ...er... where's the toilet?
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Article #61 Afraid of Flying
Bert: Where is your meeting?
Linda: In Dallas, Texas.
Bert: How are you going?
Linda: By plane.
Bert: Do you like to fly?
Linda: Sure. It's fast and comfortable.
Bert: I'm afraid of flying.
Linda: That's silly. Flying is very safe.
Bert: Maybe, but I don't feel safe in a plane.
Linda: I understand. A lot of people feel that way.
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Article #62 A Plane Reservation
Henry: I'd like to reconfirm my plane reservation.
Miss Lester: What flight are you taking?
Henry: Flight 207.
Miss Lester: And your name, please?
Henry: Henry Chandler.
Miss Lester: Yes, sir. You're booked on Flight 207. Please check in at the airport an hour
before flight time.
Henry: Thank you.
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Article #63 Getting Together
Walter: Are you free Friday night?
Rebecca: I might not be in town. I'm not sure yet. A friend suggested I go to Vancouver.
Walter: Well, a few of us are getting together, and I thought you might want to come, too.
Rebecca: What are you thinking of doing?
Walter: We're not sure yet. We might go to a bar, but we'll probably go see A. I.
Rebecca: Oh, I haven't seen yet.
Walter: Well, come then.
Rebecca: Sure, if I'm in town. I'll call you and let you know.
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Article #64 How's Your New Job Going?
Mr Adams: Oh, Miss Wallace! Long time no see.
Miss Wallace: How are you?
Mr Adams: Good. Thank you. How's your new job?
Miss Wallace: I started working today.
Mr Adams: How does it seem so far?
Miss Wallace: It's demanding, but I'm happy to be working.
Mr Adams: What's your boss like?
Miss Wallace: He appears to be very thoughtful and kind, but they all do at first. I guess
we will have to see.
Mr. Adams: Well, I wish you the best of luck.
Miss Wallace: Thanks, take care.
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Article #65 We Eat a Lot
Mario: Did you see my car keys?
Eva: They're on top of the TV.
Mario: You're right. Thanks!
Eva: Where are you going?
Mario: To the supermarket.
Eva: Again?
Mario: Yes, we eat a lot.
Eva: Do you want me to go with you?
Mario: Sure, if you can.
Eva: Good. The packages will be heavy.
Mario: There is a new health store right up the road; maybe since you guys eat a lot you
should try and eat more healthily.
Eva: Maybe you're right; we have all put on a little weight.
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Article #66 I'll Take You
George: Diana!
Diana: Oh, George...hi, how are you? Listen, I'm in a terrible hurry. The bank closes in
twenty minutes.
George: Is your bank near here?
Diana: Yes, it's only four blocks away--on Vine Street.
George: Well, get in. I'll take you.
Diana: Are you sure? It's not out of your way?
George: No, not at all.
Diana: This is so nice of you, George. Thank you.
George: You're welcome.
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Article #67 We Must be Out of Them
David: Hi! Sorry I'm late. I missed the bus.
Edie: Oh, that's O. K. I had time to clean up before you come.
David: You don't look very good.
Edie: I must be getting a cold. I've been sneezing all day. A-A-ATCHOO!
David: Bless you.
Edie: Thank you.
David: You must be getting a cold. Why don't you go lie down? I'll bring you some aspirin.
...
David: I don't see any aspirin in the medicine cabinet.
Edie: We must be out of them.
David: I'll go to the drugstore. Is there anything else we need?
Edie: Could you get some...ATCHOO...
David: I don't know if they sell ATCHOO there, but I'll check!
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Article #68 Doctor's Appointment
Patricia: When can I see Dr. Know?
Nurse: He won't be free until tomorrow.
Patricia: Can I make an appointment?
Nurse: Sure. How about tomorrow at ten o'clock?
Patricia: Can you make it at nine?
Nurse: I check to see if he's available. I'm sorry but he's tied up until ten o'clock.
Patricia: Well, can't you squeeze me in, somehow?
Nurse: I'm afraid not. How about after lunch?
Patricia: Will one o'clock be all right?
Nurse: That's perfect. Thank you.
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Article #69 Traffic Rules (2)
Police Officer: Excuse me. May I see your licence?
Kay: I'm afraid I've left it at home.
P.O.: In that case, you'll have to take it to the police station within five days.
Kay: But...but why?
P.O.: You were speeding, ma'am.
Kay: But I was only doing 75!
P.O.: There's a 70km/h speed limit on this road, ma'am.
Kay: Is there? I didn't see the sign...
P.O.: Well, ma'am. We've been following you.
Kay: So you were doing 75, too.
P.O.: No, ma'am. We were doing 90km/h... and we couldn't catch you!
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Article #70 Eating out
Louis: Waiter! Could we have the bill, please?
Waiter: Can I put it all on one bill?
Louise: No, we'd prefer separate checks.
Waiter: Your bill's eighteen dollars.
Louise: That seems expensive. Would you check it again please?
Waiter: Sorry, ma'am. This is your friend's bill. Here is yours; it's twenty-four dollars and
sixteen cents!
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Article #71 To Buy a Bus Ticket
Raymond: Excuse me...
Teller: Yes. Can I help you?
Raymond: Yes, I'd like some information about buses please.
Teller: Where to?
Raymond: ... to Toronto.
Teller: When?
Raymond: This Saturday.
Teller: Morning or afternoon?
Raymond: In the afternoon. About three o'clock.
Teller: There's one at 3:20.
Raymond: Thank you that sounds perfect; I'll take it!
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Article #72 On the Phone
Miss Wallace: Good morning, Scott and Smith Law Office. May I help you?
Nick: Yes. May I speak to David Waller, please?
Miss Wallace: I'm sorry, he isn't here yet. May I take a message?
Nick: Yes. Could you ask him to call Marjorie Vale?
Miss Wallace: How do you spell your last name?
Nick: V-A-L-E.
Miss Wallace: What's your phone number? Or does Mr. Waller have it?
Nick: Uh, no, he doesn't. It's 680-5290.
Miss Wallace: I'm sorry, could you repeat that?
Nick: 680-5290.
Miss Wallace: I'll give him the message.
Nick: Thank you.
Miss Wallace: You're welcome.
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Article #73 Operating Room
Doctor: Mrs, Martin? I'm Dr. Thomas.
Mrs. Martin: Oh, doctor, how is he?
Doctor: Well, I'm afraid we'll have to operate.
Mrs. Martin: Oh, no! He's always been afraid of operations.
Doctor: Don't worry. If we operate now, he'll be all right.
Mrs. Martin: Oh, doctor, do you really have to?
Doctor: I'm afraid so. He's lost a lot of blood. If we don't operate, he'll die!
Mrs. Martin: Oh, please just do whatever you have to.
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Article #74 A Car Loan
Lynn: I want to go to the bank this afternoon.
Andy: I'll drive you there.
Lynn: Thanks. I'm going to apply for a loan.
Andy: Why do you need a loan?
Lynn: I have to buy a new car.
Andy: What's wrong with your car?
Lynn: It won't start, and it's ten years old.
Andy: How much will a new car cost?
Lynn: About fifteen thousand dollars.
Andy: Wow! That's a lot of money.
Lynn: I know. That's why I need a loan.
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Article #75 A Cashier
Brenda: What kind of work do you do?
Ralph: I'm a cashier at a supermarket.
Brenda: Do you like your job?
Ralph: No, It's not very interesting.
Brenda: And you don't make much money.
Ralph: That's right. I make very little.
Brenda: I think you should look for another job.
Ralph: I am, but it's not easy to find one.
Brenda: Keep looking! You'll get one.
Ralph: Thanks. I hope you're right.
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Article #76 Settling Down
Mrs Bates: How are you settling in?
Neal: Oh, we're still in a bit of a mess, but Lisa seems to like it here.
Mrs Bates: That's good. Is there a garden for her to play in?
Neal: Yes, it's not very big, but we've got a small swimming pool.
Mrs Bates: Have you found a school for Jerry?
Neal: Yes, there's one near here. It takes only 5 minutes by car.
Mrs Bates: That's good. So you like it there, do you, Neal?
Neal: Yes, this is a very good place for my children.
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Article #77 Will You Get Some Bread For Me?
Edna: Is there a bakery near here?
Alex: Yes, you can get there in five minutes.
Edna: That's good. I don't have much time.
Alex: Why are you going to the bakery?
Edna: To buy birthday cake.
Alex: Whose birthday is it?
Edna: My daughter's. She's ten.
Alex: That's nice. Will you get some bread for me?
Edna: Sure, do you want anything else?
Alex: No, thanks. I'll pay you when you get back.
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Robert: I'm trying to find a wedding anniversary present for my wife.
Assistant: Yes, sir. What exactly are you looking for?
Robert: I'm not sure, really. Perhaps you can help me.
Assistant: Right...I'll show you some pendants.
Robert: No, I bought a pendant for her birthday.
Assistant: Maybe a necklace, then. These necklaces are made of gold.
Robert: Yes...I like this one. What's the stone?
Assistant: It's a ruby, sir...and it's only $1200!
Robert: Ah...well, perhaps you could show me some bracelets, then.
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Article #79 Buying a Present - In a Toy Shop
Mrs Bays: Good morning. Perhaps you can advise me...
Assistant: Yes, ma'am.
Mrs Bays: I'm looking for a toy...for my niece.
Assistant: Oh, yes...how old is she?
Mrs Bays: She'll be seven years old on Sunday.
Assistant: Skateboards are still very popular.
Mrs Bays: Hmm, I don't want her to hurt herself.
Assistant: What about a Barbie Doll set?
Mrs Bays: I don't think so. She has many Barbie Dolls. Have you got anything
educational? You see she's a very intelligent girl.
Assistant: I've got the perfect thing! A do-it-yourself kit where you can build your own
Barbie Doll who rides a skateboard!
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Peter: Can I get some tickets for plays?
Teller: Yes. Is there a specific play that you want to see?
Peter: What plays are on tonight?
Teller: Cats. But it's sold out.
Peter: Are there any seats left for tomorrow night?
Teller: Yes. How many tickets do you want?
Peter: Two, please.
Teller: Where would you like to sit?
Peter: I'm not sure.
Teller: Well, here's a seating plan of the concert hall.
Peter: How much is it in the middle section?
Teller: $50.
Peter: $50! That's a little too expensive for us. How much is it in the back?
Teller: $35.
Peter: That's fine. What time does the play start?
Teller: At 7:00.
Peter: What time will the play be over?
Teller: At 9:30.
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Article #81 Ready to Go
Sidney: Are you ready?
Deborah: Grace is still in her room.
Sidney: She needs to rush. We don't have enough time.
Deborah: What time does the movie begin?
Sidney: It starts at seven thirty.
Deborah: What's the time now?
Sidney: About seven ten.
Deborah: There's no hurry. It only takes ten minutes by car to get there.
Sidney: I know, but there aren't enough parking spaces around the theatre.
Deborah: Well, I'd better tell Grace to hurry up. She can take hours to get ready.
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Edith: I thought that movie was terrific, didn't you?
Martin: I don't know. It didn't seem to have any meaning.
Edith: Come on. It seems that you expect intellectual stimulation from every movie.
Marin: I just think that a good movie should have a central theme at least.
Edith: Yes. But it doesn't hurt you to watch a funny movie once in a while. Relax and
enjoy it!
Martin: You're right. I'm too serious sometimes.
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Article #83 In the Bus
Raymond: I see you're reading Harry Potter. How do you like it?
Victoria: I can't put it down. Have you read it?
Raymond: Yes. In fact, I just finished it. The ending's great...
Victoria: Don't tell me! I only have fifty pages to go.
Raymond: OK, I won't tell you who dies.
Victoria: DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING!
Raymond: OK, but I'm biting my tongue.
Victoria: Good, bite hard!
Raymond: Such a shame though.
Victoria: What is?
Raymond: That Harry dies.
Victoria: AHHHHH!!!
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Article #84 A New Job
Miss Wallace: Mr. Adams, have you seen this ad in the Recruit News?
Mr. Adams: Yes, I saw it, but I'm not interested in finding a new job. I've been here since I
graduated from my university. I like working here.
Miss Wallace: Really? I've only been here for one year, and I'm already tired of doing the
same thing every day. I'm afraid of getting really bored.
Mr. Adams: Oh, come on! It's not that bad. Wherever you work, you have to do the same
thing every day to a certain degree.
Miss Wallace: Well, what's more, I've been working about ten hours a day since last
month.
Mr. Adams: But you've been getting paid more money for it, haven't you?
Miss Wallace: Yes, but I'm not interested in making more money. I'm going to apply for
another job.
Mr. Adams: What kind of job?
Miss Wallace: A secretarial job.
Mr. Adams: Well, good luck.
Miss Wallace: Thank you very much!
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Article #85 A Date (2)
Sandy: Hello?
Gill: Sandy? Is that you?
Sandy: Yes, uh-huh. Who's this?
Gill: It's Gill.
Sandy: Gill? Gill who?
Gill: What you do you mean, "Gill who?" Gill Dixon, of course.
Sandy: Oh, Gill, I'm sorry.
Gill: Yes. We had a date last night. Where were you? I waited for one hour.
Sandy: Oh, I'm sorry, Gill. I couldn't come.
Gill: Couldn't come! Why not?
Sandy: Well, I had to pack my stuff for my trip.
Gill: Why didn't you call me?
Sandy: I wanted to call you, but-uh-I-uh- couldn't remember your phone number.
Gill: And now I'm going to forget yours!
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Article #86 Smoking
Tony: Do you smoke? I've never known that. When did you start smoking?
Jane: I started smoking when I was eighteen.
Tony: So, how long have you been a smoker?
Jane: I have smoked for twenty years.
Tony: How many cigarettes do you smoke a day?
Jane: I smoke two packs of cigarettes a day.
Tony: Have you ever tried to quit?
Jane: Yes, I have quit twice: once when I was expecting my baby, Paul, and the other time
when I had a bad sore throat. But I had a hard time.
Tony: If you knew what it was doing to your lungs, you would think twice about it!
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Article #87 A Death
Martha: Did you hear about the Smith family?
Charles: No, what happened?
Martha: Mrs. Smith passed away this morning.
Charles: That's a shame. What from?
Martha: Heart attack, I think.
Charles: That's a terrible thing.
Martha: Yes. Mrs Smith went into hospital last night by ambulance and died this morning.
Charles: Had she been suffering from heart disease?
Martha: Yeah. Mrs Smith had it for five years before she died.
Charles: Did they try surgery?
Martha: She had two operations, but they weren't effective.
Charles: I feel sorry for Mr. Smith.
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Article #88 A Birth
Martha: Have you heard about the good news in the Wallace family?
Charles: No, I've been out of town.
Martha: Mrs Wallace went into the hospital last night and gave birth to a baby girl seven
hours later.
Charles: That's very good. But they already have a little girl, don't they?
Martha: No, they have a five-year-old boy.
Charles: So they wanted a girl this time, right?
Martha: Yes, they wanted a girl for a long time.
Charles: Was it natural childbirth?
Martha: No, she had to have a caesarean.
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Article #89 A Coincidence
Timothy: Teresa! What a surprise! What are you doing here?
Teresa: Timothy! I don't believe it! I'm going to see my daughter. She will marry this
weekend. How about you?
Timothy: I'm going to visit my parents. When is your daughter's wedding?
Teresa: Sunday.
Timothy: Wow! This Sunday is the 45th wedding anniversary of their wedding, too.
Teresa: This is a surprise! Anyway, where is your train leaving from?
Timothy: My train leaves from Platform 3, over there.
Teresa: How long will you...
Announcer: Now leaving from Platform 3, train for Vancouver.
Timothy: That's my train. I have to run. Sorry we didn't have more time to talk.
Teresa: That's OK. I'll see you when you get back. Have a good time, and say
congratulations to your parents!
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Article #90 How have you been?
Grace: Raymond!
Raymond: Oh, hi, Grace! How have you been?
Grace: Good! I hear you have been to Toronto for a few days.
Raymond: Yes. I just got back yesterday.
Grace: Did you have a nice visit?
Raymond: Really nice. It was very good going around downtown and shopping. And I
saw the Toronto Blue Jays game at Skydome. It seems that Toronto is a very exciting city.
My brother Stanley was there, too. You've met Stanley, haven't you?
Grace: Sure. I met him when he was here in Hamilton last year. What's he doing these
days? Still teaching baseball?
Raymond: Yes, as matter of fact, he just began to teach elementary school.
Grace: Great. How's everything with his kids?
Raymond: Have you met my nieces?
Grace: Yes, they visited you once in the summer, didn't they?
Raymond: Right. They're both fine.
Grace: I haven't seen them in a long time. They must be really big.
Raymond: Well, they will come over this Christmas. Let's have a great Christmas party
together.
Grace: That's a good idea.