Tactics for Listenning

2. Let’s Listen

1. A: So tell me about your new friend, Cindy. What’s she like? B: She’s really neat. She’s great to be with because she makes me laugh all the time. A: Oh, yeah? B: Yeah, she’s always telling jokes

2. A: What’s your friend Pauline like? B: She’s nice. A: Is she shy? B: Shy? You must be kidding. She tells her whole life story to everyone she meets

3. A: Do you know Tom Brown? B: Oh, sure. I like Tom. A: Yeah, me, too. He makes me laugh. He’s always doing crazy things. B: Yeah, I know. 4. A: Have you spoken to the new guy in our class, Paul? B: Yes, I have. A: What’s he like? B: Boy, he’s really interesting. He speaks six languages and was the top student at his last school. A: Oh, great! B: No, you’ll like him. He’s really friendly and easy to talk to. 5. A: Do you and your boyfriend go out a lot, Suzanne? B: Oh sure, he loves going out and meeting people. We go to parties all the time. A: He sounds like a lot of fun. B: Of course. That’s why he’s my boyfriend. 6. A: Look what my friend Mary gave me for my birthday. Isn’t this a beautiful blouse? B: That’s really nice. And she gave me a great present for my birthday, too. She loves giving things to people. A: Yeah, she does. And she doesn’t expect anything in return.

3. Let’s Listen

1. A: Mr. Grant is really funny, isn’t he? He loves telling jokes. And he’s so easygoing. B: I know. Then there’s Mrs. Grant. She never seems to smile. I wonder why she’s so serious all the time. 2. A: Where are Bobby and his brother today? B: I think they’ve skipped class again. A: Really? They’re always doing that. B: Yeah. They aren’t serious about studying, that’s for sure. All they like to do is sit at home and play computer games. 3. A: What are your new neighbors like? B: Mr. and Mrs. Roberts? Well, they seem nice. I’ve spoken to Mrs. Roberts several times. She’s very easy to talk to. But I haven’t spoken much to her husband. He’s kind of shy and not very talkative. 4. A: Have you met Wendy’s new boyfriend? B: Yeah, I like him. A: Me, too. I think he’s perfect for Wendy. B: He sure is. They’re so sociable. They both love partying and they’re both a little crazy at times. A: That’s for sure. 5. A: How do you like the new teachers? B: Well, Mr. Williams is very easygoing, and he’s really smart, too. A: Yeah, I know. And what about Miss Vaughn? B: She’s not as easy to get to know. She’s not as easygoing as Mr. Williams. She seems very serious. A: Yeah. I think so, too. 6. A: What’s your brother’s wife like? B: She’s just like my brother—serious and hardworking. She’s at the office every night until around 9:00. And so is he. A: They sound like the perfect couple.

1. A: Hey, Anne, there’s a guy in my Spanish class who’s really cool. He’s really friendly and easy to talk to. He just always seems happy. B: Oh, really? He must have a lot of friends. A: Yes, I think he does. He tells really funny jokes all the time, too. I’m always laughing in class. B: Man! He sounds great! A: Well, he is, but he forgets his book every day. Then he asks to share mine. I hate that! B: Sounds like we have a lot in common. I always forget my book, too. I’d love to meet him. Why don’t you introduce us some time? 2. A: There’s this new girl in class named Rosie. She always looks like she’s in a bad mood. I don’t know if she’s just very shy or what. B: Really? A: Yeah, when someone tells a really funny joke, we all laugh, but she doesn’t seem to think it’s funny. B: No way! A: But she is very good at music. She always practices the piano after school. B: That’s nice. But I don’t think I could get along with her, because laughing and having fun are important to me. 3. A: There’s this guy who sits in front of me on the bus sometimes. He never talks to anyone. He just sits there and talks to himself. It’s kind of weird. B: Oh, man! Really? A: Yeah. He likes to make people laugh, though. He’s always making funny faces and 

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Excuse me. Where’s the post office?

B: The post office? Go straight for two blocks and then turn left. It’s on the left

A: Up this street two blocks and left?

B: That’s correct

2. A: Can I help you?

B: I’m looking for the bank

A: Well, take a right at the first corner, and it’s on your right

B: Okay, thanks

3.

A: Can you help me? I’m looking for a hotel

B: Okay. Go straight up two blocks and turn right at the light. You’ll see a hotel on your right

A: Thanks. B: You’re welcome

4.

A: Excuse me. Is there a bookstore around here?

B: Yes. Take the first street on the left. Go through the next intersection. You’ll see the bookstore on the right. You can’t miss it.

3. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Excuse me. Is there a bank near here?

B: Yes, there is. Go straight up Third Street for two blocks and turn right on Pine Street. The bank is on the right

2.

A: Excuse me, I’m looking for the Peking Restaurant

B: Oh, sure. I know where it is. It’s one of my favorite restaurants. Go left here on King Street. Then turn right onto Second Street. Walk up Second Street for a block. It’s on your left, on the corner of Ford and Second

3.

A: I’m trying to find a supermarket

B: A supermarket? Okay. Go left down King and then go up Second Street for two blocks. It’s on the left, on the corner of Pine and Second

A: Thanks

4.

A: How can I get to the post office?

B: Oh, it’s not far from here. Go up Third Street and turn right on Ford. Walk down Ford and you’ll see it on your right, on the corner of Ford and Fourth.

5. A: I’m looking for the Tourist Office.

B: Okay. Go up Third Street and turn left on Ford. It’s in the first big building you see on your left.

6.

A: Can you tell me how to get to the Art Museum?

B: The Art Museum? Sure. Go up Third Street for two blocks and then turn left on Pine Street. Go to the end of the block. The museum is on your left, on the corner of Second and Pine Street.

1. So when you come out of the subway, look for a tall glass building. That’s a hotel. Walk past that for two blocks and you’ll see a small street on the right. That’s my street. There’s a grocery store on the corner. Go down the street and my place is the fourth house on the left. Maybe bring some CDs with you, because I don’t have any dance music for the party

2. My place is fairly easy to find. Get off the bus across from the supermarket. When you get to the supermarket, could you pick up some snacks? Then walk north for two blocks. You’ll see a footbridge. Cross that footbridge and you’ll see a small street when you get to the other side. Go down the street, and on the corner you’ll see an apartment building. That’s my place

3. My apartment building is near the river. When you come out of the subway, walk towards the river and you’ll see an intersection. Go through the intersection and take the first street on the left. Go down the street until you see a supermarket. My house is right next to it. If you can, could you bring some fruit to go with dinner?

4. I live in an apartment building close to the high school. Get off the bus across from the school and walk north for about four blocks. You’ll see a gas station on your left. Turn right just past the gas station and go down the street until you see a church. My building is across from the church. Don’t forget to bring your tennis racket.

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Hello. City Taxi

B: Yes, I left a briefcase in a taxi coming back from the airport

A: Can you describe it?

B: Yes, it’s black leather, with the initials PWD on it

2.

A: Hello. City Taxi

B: Hello, has anyone turned in a lady’s handbag? I left one in a taxi about an hour ago

A: Can you describe it?

B: Yes, it’s a small blue and white striped bag with a long red strap

3.

A: Hello

B: Is this City Taxi?

A: Yes, it is

B: I’m calling about a wallet. I think I left it in a taxi this morning. It’s a black wallet. It had all my credit cards in it

A: Oh, dear

4.

A: Hello. City Taxi

B: Hello. I left a pair of glasses in a taxi this morning

A: Sunglasses? Black frames with initials on them?

B: No. No, they’re regular glasses. They were in a brown leather case. I can’t see a thing without them

A: Sorry. They’re not here.

1.

I wear it instead of sunglasses because sunglasses make me look so stupid. I always wear it when it’s sunny outside. If I don’t wear it, the sun hurts my eyes. It’s not too good on windy days, though.

2.

It’s excellent for work because it’s pretty big and I can get all my business papers in it. It’s not one of those cheap-looking plastic ones. It’s made of real leather.

3.

I use it to put my things in when I play sports. It’s pretty big, so I can get all my clothes and my running shoes into it.

4.

It’s an expensive one, but I use it a lot because it’s very wet here in the fall. I love the colors, too. People can easily find me in a crowd when I’m using it.

5.

It’s great when you’re on a trip somewhere, especially when you’re taking a flight, because you can take it on board the aircraft. It’s not so big, so you can put it in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. It’s also got wheels and a handle that you can pull out

6.

They’re very comfortable for jogging or walking. That’s good because I jog and walk a lot. But they’re really old. I’ve had them for about three years. I hate the color. But I’ll use them until I can afford a new pair.

1.

It’s a brown leather one. I keep all my money and my credit cards in it. I usually keep it in my back pocket. It probably fell out when I was getting off the bus. I hope I get it back because it also has my ID card in it, and that’s very important

2.

I’m always losing them or putting them down and forgetting where I put them. I think I was wearing them when I was on the bus. Then I stopped for a cup of coffee at a coffee shop. I think I took them off then because I don’t need them when I read, and I was reading a magazine. Yes, maybe that’s where they are

3.

I’m sure I had them when I left school because I remember putting them in my purse. I’m sure I had them when I came home or I couldn’t have driven the car or opened the front door. So that means they’re somewhere inside the house

4.

I’m sure I used it to pay the bill at the restaurant when I had lunch there. After that I went to the department store, and I think I used it when I bought my jacket. I’m sure that’s the last time I used it, so it’s probably there

5.

I usually keep it at home in a drawer in my desk because I only use it when I travel abroad. But it’s not there, so I wonder where I put it. Oh, maybe I left it at the office when I came back from my trip to France. I think that’s where it is, because I went straight from the airport to my office

6.

I thought it was in my briefcase. I usually put it there when I get one from the newsstand and then read it when I get home. Now I remember! I was on the subway! I took it out to read the sports section. I’m sure I left it there.

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Hello

B: Hello, Joe?

A: No

B: Is this 793-5141?

A: No, it isn’t. I think you have the wrong number

B: Oh, sorry

2.

A: Hello. B: Hello. Can I speak to Sandy, please?

A: She’s busy right now. Can you call back?

B: Oh, sure.

3.

A: Hello

B: Hello. Can I speak to Brian?

A: Sorry. Who?

B: Brian.

A: What number did you want?

B: 321-9645.

A: This is 321-6949

B: Oh, sorry

4.

A: Hello

B: Hello. Is Sylvia there?

A: Sorry. She’s not in right now

B: Oh, well, this is Rod. Can I leave a message?

A: Okay

5.

A: Hello

B: Hello. Is Mrs. Brown there, please?

A: Yes, may I ask who’s calling?

B: Yes, this is Donna Simpson

A: Just a moment, please

6.

A: Hello

B: Hello. Can I speak to Tony, please?

A: Sure. Hold on and I’ll get him.

3. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Hello

B: Hello, can I speak to Anne, please?

A: Sorry. She’s not in right now. Would you like to leave a message?

B: Yes, please. My name’s Mary Brown

A: Mary Brown?

B: Yes, and my number is 914-6520

A: Did you say 6520?

B: That’s right. Could you ask Anne to call me back tonight?

A: Okay, I’ll give her the message

B: Thanks

A: You’re welcome

2.

A: Hello

B: Hello. I’d like to speak to John, please

A: Oh, John’s not back from school yet. Can I take a message?

B: Um, yes, please. My name is Ellen. A: E-L-L-E-N? B: That’s right. And my number is 614-5533. A: 614-5533. B: Please tell John I’ll meet him tomorrow at 12 o’clock at the bookstore. A: At the bookstore. Okay. I’ll tell him

3. A: Hello. B: Hello. Is Peter there, please? A: He’s gone out for the evening. Can I take a message? B: Yes, please. This is Joan calling. A: Yes, Jean. What’s the message? B: No, it’s Joan. J-O-A-N. Please tell him the English exam will be on Tuesday in Room 214. A: English exam…Tuesday…Room 214. I’ll tell him. B: Thank you.

4. A: Hello. B: Hello. This is John. A: Oh, hi, John! B: Is Patrick there? A: He’s here, but he’s sleeping. He won’t get up until morning. Can I take a message?

B: Yes, please. Tell him that tomorrow’s party is at 7:30 at the Plaza Hotel. A: Okay, let’s see…John called… Oh, John, how do you spell your name again? Is it J-O-N? B: No, it’s J-O-H-N. A: Okay…John called. Tomorrow’s party…7:30…Plaza Hotel. Got it! He’ll be there. B: Thanks. Talk to you later. A: Bye!

4. Let’s Listen

1. A: Hello. B: Hi, Jenny. This is David. How are things? A: Pretty good, thanks. B: Listen. I was wondering if you’re doing anything on Sunday. A: No, I don’t think so.

B: Great. Would you like to see a movie with me? A: Oh, yeah. That sounds great. Thanks

2. A: Hello. B: Hi, Tony. This is Bob. A: Hi, Bob. What’s up? B: Oh, nothing much. But I have a favor to ask. Would it be okay for me to borrow your stereo on Sunday? Mine isn’t working very well, and I have some new CDs I’d like to listen to. A: Um. Well, okay. I guess that’s all right.

B: Thanks. See you tomorrow. A: Yeah. Bye. C: Who was that? A: Oh, it was Bob. He wants to borrow my stereo again! C: Not again!

3. A: Hello. B: Hi, John. This is Rita. A: Hi. How’s it going? B: Well, okay, but I’m afraid I have to cancel our date. Remember? We were going to see a play together. A: Yeah, I’ve already bought the tickets. B: Oh, I’m so sorry, but I have to drive my dad to the airport. A: Oh, well. I’ll see if I can get someone else to go with me. B: Yeah. Sorry about that

4. A: Hello. B: Hello, David. This is Paul. A: Oh, hi. B: Listen, you know we’re supposed to meet at six tonight for dinner? A: Yeah, is there a problem? B: No, but can we meet at seven o’clock instead? I think I’m going to be late. A: No problem. Actually, that’s better for me, too. B: Great. See you at seven o’clock

5. A: Hi, Joan. I know it’s late, but I wanted to call and apologize to you

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: I think these are too big. Do you have a smaller pair?

B: Yes, we do. What size are those?

A: These are 9 1/2.

B: Let me find a smaller pair. Um—much smaller

2.

A: How much is this? B: It’s $399.

A: $399. That’s very expensive.

B: It does look very nice on you.

A: Bob, what do you think?

C: Very nice. But how much?

A: It’s only $399.

C: $399! You must be kidding!

3.

A: Oh, I haven’t read this. Is it good?

B: I think so.

A: Is it a mystery?

B: Well, actually I haven’t read it, but I think so.

A: Just what I need. I’ll take it.

4.

A: Are these fresh?

B: Yes, they are.

A: They look delicious.

B: Why don’t you try one?

A: Really? Okay. Mmm. These are good

5.

A: I think these are fine. They’ll be great for the beach. What do you think?

B: Yes, but don’t you think they’re a little small?

6.

A: Can I play this one? I’d like to listen to it before I buy it

B: Yes, let me play that for you. I think you’ll like it

3. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Could I help you with anything today, ma’am? B: Well, I really like this blouse. Do you have it in another design? A: Yes, we do. B: Great! I’ll take it, then

2.

A: Do you need any help, sir?

B: Yes, actually, I do. These are a small and they’re too tight. Do you have a medium?

A: Yes.

B: Great! I’ll take them

3.

A: These are the most beautiful watches in the store

B: They really are nice. How much is this one?

A: It’s $2,500. Would you like to buy it?

B: No, thanks. It’s too expensive for me

4.

A: Need any help this morning?

B: No, I’m just looking around for some gift ideas, thanks

5.

A: Those are really nice dresses

B: Yes, they certainly are. I love the design. Do you have one in a size 12?

A: Yes, we do. Would you like to take it? B: Yes, please

6.

A: Do you need any help?

B: Yes. I want to buy a shirt for my husband. Do you have anything in cotton?

A: Yes, we do. Look at these. B: They’re perfect! I’ll buy the gray one

7. A: Good afternoon, ma’am. Can I help you find anything?

B: Oh, I’m not sure what I want. I’ll just look around for a while, thanks

8. A: May I help you with anything, or are you just looking?

B: I’d like these green gym shorts, please. Do you have them in a large?

A: I’m afraid we don’t

B: Oh, that’s too bad

4. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Can I try on that shirt, please? B: This one?

A: No, not the one with the short sleeves. The other one

B: Here you are

A: Thanks. Can this be machine-washed, by the way?

B: No, it’s silk, so you should dry-clean it. It’s not a good idea to wash it by hand or machine-wash it

2.

A: I’d like to buy some envelopes

B: Which ones? These big ones?

A: No, those are too big. Do you have any smaller ones?

B: How about these?

A: Yes, they look like a better size. Can they be used for air mail letters?

B: No. These are meant for regular mail

3.

A: Can I see that watch, please?

B: The one with the narrow band?

A: No. The one with the wide band. Is this a man’s watch? I’m looking for a gift for my girlfriend

B: Actually, anyone can wear it. It’s not just for a man. A: Hmm. It’s nice

4.

A: I love that tie.

B: I’m not crazy about stripes myself.

A: No, no—the blue and orange one.

B: Oh. I don’t like that, either

A: It’s kind of fun. It’s for my brother’s birthday. He likes things that are a little different

5.

A: Can I see that blouse?

B: The one without the pockets? A: No, the other one. B: Here you are. A: What fabric is this? Is it cotton? B: I think it’s a linen and cotton blend

6.

A: I’d like to get some apples. B: How about these big ones? A: I don’t think they are very sweet. The smaller ones are usually sweeter. B: Okay. Let’s get some of these small ones

1. And here is today’s weather forecast for the international traveler. Let’s start with Beijing. It will be a cold day in Beijing today, and windy. The low will be zero and the high will be 6 degrees.

2. Mexico City will be warm and wet, with a low of 23 degrees Centigrade and a high of 28.

3. Tokyo is expecting cloudy weather with heavy rain. The low will be 4 degrees and the high 12.

4. New York is going to have a windy day. It will be very cold with a low of minus 10 and a high of zero.

5. In Taipei it will be cloudy, wet, and hot today. The low will be 20 degrees and the high will be 30.

1.

A: Are you going out?

B: Yes. Later. What’s the weather like outside?

A: Not very nice. Cloudy and windy. I think it’s going to rain later.

B: Oh, really? It was sunny this morning.

2.

A: Let’s go out for a walk. It’s so nice and sunny.

B: Yes, it is. Not a cloud in the sky. Just let me put this on.

3.

A: Are you going out in this snow?

B: Yes, I have to go downtown.

A: Well, wear something warm. It’s really cold outside.

4. A: Is it cold outside?

B: Not really. It’s raining a little, but it’s still nice.

5. A: It’s really hot and humid today.

B: It sure is. It must be at least 95 degrees out there!

A: I think I’ll go to the pool for a swim.

6.

A: Oh, look. It’s snowing.

B: Great. Let’s get our things and have a snowball fight.

A: No way! It’s too cold for me.

B: Come on. There’s no wind. It’ll be nice.

1.

A: How’s the weather?

B: The temperature is going down, and it’s turned very windy. I think it’s going to rain a lot tonight.

2.

A: How’s the weather now?

B: It’s much warmer now than it was this morning. And the wind has stopped, too. I think I’ll go out for a walk.

3.

A: Is it nice outside?

B: It was nice when I got up this morning, but now the sky is very dark. I think it’s going to rain.

A: What’s it like outside?

B: It’s getting very windy now. I don’t think it’s a good idea to go out. I think we’re going to have a bad storm.

5.

A: Is it a nice day today?

B: It’s much nicer now. It was so cold and windy this morning, but it’s really nice outside now. And it’s getting warmer, too.

6.

A: What’s it like outside today?

B: It was cold and wet earlier, but now it’s stopped raining and the sun is coming out.

7.

A: What’s the weather like?

B: It was terrible this morning when I woke up—very hot and humid. I’m glad it’s getting cooler now.

8.

A: Is it still snowing?

B: It sure is. We’re going to have a really bad snowstorm. Let’s not go out today

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: What kind of movies do you like, Sue?

B: Let me see. Well, I really like science-fiction and action movies.

A: Do you? How about horror movies?

B: Oh, I can’t stand them. They’re usually really dumb!

2. A: Do you like movies, Bob?

B: Sure. A: What kind?

B: Well, I like horror movies the best. I don’t know why, but I really enjoy them.

A: Hmm. Do you like Westerns, too? B: Not really.

3.

A: What kind of movies do you like, Andrew?

B: My favorite movies are action movies. I also like science fiction.

A: Do you like comedies?

B: Yeah, I like comedies, too.

4.

A: What kind of movies do you like, Tina?

B: Mmm. I love westerns. But they don’t make many good ones these days.

A: That’s true. How about horror movies? B: I don’t like them very much.

A: Me, neither.

1.

A: It’s one of the funniest movies I’ve seen. It’s about this weird family that goes on a European vacation. But it’s a vacation where everything goes wrong. First, they lose all their luggage, then they end up in the wrong city by mistake. After that, someone thinks they are bank robbers and there’s this crazy car chase. If you want a good laugh, you should see it.

B: Yeah, I’ve had a busy week. It sounds like the kind of movie I need to see.

2.

A: Oh, it’s one of those movies that’s full of car chases and fights and people jumping out of airplanes and stuff. The special effects are pretty good, and it’s really exciting, especially when these two guys fight it out standing on the roof of a 50-story building. Of course, the bad guy falls off the roof in the end.

B: Sounds good. I like those kinds of movies.

3.

A: If you like Julia Roberts, you’ll love this movie. She’s a nurse who works in a big hospital. She meets this patient she’s looking after, and slowly, they fall in love, and finally get married.

B: Hmm. Actually, I’m not a big fan of romances, so I don’t think it’s something I would like.

4.

A: Hey, let me tell you about the movie. It’s about this guy who goes into the hospital for an operation, and by mistake, they give him the wrong kind of medicine. Every night, when it gets dark, he turns into a kind of half man, half animal and starts killing people.

B: Yuck. I hate those kinds of movies. I don’t think I’ll bother seeing it. Thanks, anyway.

5.

A: It’s kind of interesting. It’s about people who travel in a time machine. They can choose which century they want to visit. So, they decide to visit some famous times in history. They also see what the future is going to be like. B: Hey, that sounds interesting. I like movies like that

4. Let’s Listen

1.

A: What’s that new movie like? Is it a drama? B: Kind of. This volcano suddenly comes up out of the ocean in San Francisco, so this family is trying to get away from it. It’s a good story, though. Pretty scary and very realistic. A: Are the special effects any good? B: They’re great! A: Does it have any famous actors in it? B: Not really. They really should have had better actors. The two stars are pretty bad. But the music is great.

2.

A: So tell me about that new movie you went to on Saturday. What’s it all about? B: It’s about these bank robbers in Kansas and how the police are trying to hunt them down. It’s pretty exciting from the moment the movie starts right ‘til the end. A: Are there a lot of special effects? B: Yeah, there are a lot of big explosions. They were terrific. A: Who’s in the movie? B: A couple of new actors that I’ve never seen before. They were both pretty good, especially the guy. A: Sounds like a great movie. B: Yeah. The only thing I didn’t like was the music. They have this very loud, funky music all the way through. It was pretty annoying.

3. A: What was the movie like? B: Well, it’s supposed to be an adventure story. Some explorers in Africa discover this new

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: What’s your apartment like, Ken?

B: It’s comfortable, but it’s pretty small. It’s only got one room.

A: Really? Don’t you have a bedroom?

B: No, I sleep in the living room.

A: What about your dog?

B: She sleeps in the living room, too! Right next to me.

2.

A: What’s your new apartment like, Celia?

B: It’s really big. I love it. A: How many rooms does it have?

B: Lots. It’s got two bedrooms, a living room, and a huge kitchen and bathroom.

A: Sounds great. So, when can I come and stay with you?

3.

A: Do you like your apartment, Joe?

B: Not really. It’s very small.

A: Really?

B: Yeah, just one bedroom and a living room.

A: That isn’t so small. How many people live with you?

B: Seven! A: Seven! Wow!

4.

A: Do you live with your sister, Ellen?

B: Yes, I do. A: What’s your place like?

B: It’s nice. It’s got two bedrooms, a big one and a small one.

A: That’s great.

B: Yes, but I’ve got the small one.

A: Oh.

1.

A: Does the kitchen have everything you need, like a stove and a refrigerator?

B: It’s got a stove but it doesn’t have a refrigerator. I need to buy one.

2.

A: You don’t have a bed in your bedroom?

B: No bed. Just a TV. I sleep on a mattress on the floor.

A: Really?

3.

A:We don’t have much furniture yet. We don’t even have a sofa in the living room.

B: Hey. I’ve got one I can sell you.

A: Really? Great.

4.

A: The bathroom is very small. Just a shower and a toilet.

B: You can come and take a bath at my place any time.

A: Thanks, I probably will.

4. Let’s Listen

1. The bookshelf looks really good in the living room. And the TV is just fine. When I find a stereo, I’m going to put it in the bookshelf. I don’t have a stereo now because I want to find a cheap one. I’m going to check out the sales next week. I’ve got a dinner table, but I still need a sofa. Now I have to sit at the dinner table to watch TV. My living room is small, so I want a small sofa.

3. I was thinking about getting a bookshelf, but I don’t have many books yet, so I guess I can wait. I was lucky. I got a really cheap used TV the other day. It only cost $50 and it works really well. It’s nice to have something to watch. Right now I don’t have enough money to buy a stereo. The dinner table is very nice and big enough for six people. I bought a cheap sofa, too. It’s really comfortable.

4. The bookshelf is good, though it’s probably a little too big for the living room. I need a TV, but I’m waiting for the new models. I have a good stereo. So that’s good. However, I still haven’t bought a dinner table. I saw a great one last week. The sales clerk said that they’re having a big sale next week, so I’m waiting for that. For now, I’m eating my meals while sitting on the sofa

2. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Did you have a good vacation?

B: Not bad. I decided not to go away. I just stayed home and watched TV.

A: You call that a vacation?

2.

A: How was your vacation?

B: So-so.

A: Where did you go?

B: I went to Hawaii.

A: And?

B: Well, I went for the sunshine, but it rained every day! So I couldn’t get a tan.

A: Hey. That’s tough!

3.

A: How was your vacation?

B: Very disappointing.

A: Oh, what did you do?

B: Nothing. I stayed home and helped my father fix his car.

A: Oh, no!

4.

A: Did you do anything interesting on your vacation?

B: Mmm. Well, I went out of town for a few days. I visited my brother and his family.

A: Did you have a nice time? B: It was terrible. The kids were fighting all the time.

5.

A: When did you get back from your trip?

B: Last week.

A: So did you go to the beach?

B: Not this time. I rented a house in the country. It was really quiet and peaceful. And really boring! And the birds woke me up at six o’clock every morning.

6.

A: What did you do on your vacation? Did you stay home?

B: No, I went skiing.

A: Really. Did you have a good time?

B: It was great—until I broke my leg!

7.

A: How was your vacation?

B: Vacation? Oh, that!

A: Did you go to the beach?

B: No, I had to stay home and study for my exam.

A: Sounds awful.

B: It was. And I failed the exam!

8.

A: Did you go to California for your vacation?

B: No, I went to Nevada.

A: To Las Vegas?

B: Yeah, Las Vegas.

A: That’s great. How was it?

B: It was all right until I lost all my money!

3. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Did you have a nice vacation?

B: It was nothing special. The weather was terrible.

A: That’s too bad.

2.

A: Did you enjoy your trip to Vancouver?

B: Yeah, it was fantastic. The people are so nice.

3.

A: How was your ski trip?

B: Awful.

A: Why?

B: There was no snow!

4.

A: So how was your trip to France?

B: Very disappointing. It was so crowded everywhere. We couldn’t even get a hotel room.

A: That’s too bad. You should never go in July.

B: Now you tell me!

5.

A: When did you get back from the beach?

B: Last weekend. I had a terrific time. I swam every day and I learned how to windsurf.

A: Great!

6.

A: Did you have a nice vacation?

B: It was terrible. The food was awful. And the hotel wasn’t clean at all.

A: Oh, that’s too bad.

7.

A: So how was your trip to Thailand?

B: I had a wonderful time. The shopping was fantastic. And the people were great.

A: Sounds like you had fun.

B: I did.

8.

A: Did you have a great vacation?

B: Really great! But it was too short.

A: Really. How long was it?

B: Only a month.

A: A month! You’re lucky!

4. Let’s Listen

1.

A: Is this you?

B: Yes, it is.

A: Wow! It looks really fun, but hard. How do you stay on them?

B: In the beginning, you don’t. You fall off all the time. But you learn pretty quickly. I had a wonderful time.

2.

A: What are you doing here?

B: My friends and I went camping. It was really great. But it got very cold at night. This is how we kept warm.

3.

A: What did you do?

B: Oh, I went sightseeing and visited all the museums.

A: Oh, that sounds interesting. B: Actually, it was pretty boring. I hate museums.

4.

A: Oh, this must have been a wonderful vacation.

B: Yes, it was fantastic. The weather was perfect. And the water was so clear.

A: Wow. Look at you. You’re all red. B: Yes, I got a terrible sunburn.

5.

A: What are you doing here? B: Oh, I took a cooking course in Italy. A: Terrific. So what can you make now? B: Spaghetti and meatballs!

6.

A: Did you go all the way in this? B: Yes, we did. It was really very comfortable to travel in. We slept in it, too.

2. Let's Listen

1.

Oh, hello, Bob. I haven't seen you in ages. How is everything with you these days?

2.

It's been great seeing you again. Gee, look at the time. I've got to run. Talk to youlater.

3.

How are you, anyway? It's so nice to see you. What have you been doing lately?

4.

It's been really nice talking to you.Let's get together again soon, okay?

5.

Oh, hi. I've been thinking about you. I haven't seen youin such a long time. How's everything?

6.

Where have you been? It's been ages. How's it going with you.

7.

Listen. I hope to see you again soon. Let's have lunch sometime, okay?

8.

How have you been? And how's your family? It's so nice to see you again.

3. Let's Listen

1.

A: Hey, how's it going? Are you enjoying the party?

B: Yes, I am. The people here are really nice

A: Really. Everyone is so friendly.

2.

A: Hi, Jim. How's everything?

B: Everything's fine, thanks.

A: Hey, hear that? That's Whitney Hudson. Isn't she great?

B: Yes, she's really good.

3.

A: Who's that over there? Have you met her?

B: No, I haven't met her before. But I think I will now: Nice talking to you.

4.

A: So, how are you, anyway?

B: Okay. Not too bad.

A: How's everything at work?

B: Fine, but I'm very busy. I have to work' late nearly every night.

5.

A: I think I'll get something to eat. The food looks good. Can I get you something?

B: No, I'm not hungry right now, thanks.

A: Okay, talk to you later.

6.

A: Hey, hi. I've been thjnking about you. I haven't seen you in ages. Did you have a good trip?

B: Yeah, it was great. I took a train across Canada. Then I drove to Disneyland.

A: Wow! That's great.

7.

A: Hey, great to see you. H()whave you been?

B: Fine, thanks.

A: How are your parents?

B: Oh, Mom and Dad are fine, thanks. Mom's just started a new job.

A: Oh, really?

8.

A: Hi. How have you been?

B: Oh, fine, thanks.

A: Do you know everyone here?

B: Yeah, almost everyone.

4. Let's Listen

1.

A: Hey, I was just talking to Cindy. Did you know she's had a really good job in a computer company for a long time?

B: Really?

A: Yeah, but she's decided to change jobs. She wants to become an elementary school teacher ..

B: Wow. That's a sUrprise.

2.

A: I'm really excited about the rock concert next week. I'm glad I got my tickets early, because I heard that ail the tickets had been sold.

B: I heard that, too. I'm looking forward to the concert. It should be great!

3.

A: I got a really coolpresent formy birthday.

B: Oh yeah? What is it?

A: My parents gave me a dog - a little puppy. She's so cute. I've always wanted a dog

B: That's awesome. So what are you going stayed home and watched TV to call her?

A: Spot

4.

A: Terry’s not here tonight. I hear she’s sick.

B: Yeah. I spoke to her dad this morning, and he said she has a really bad case of the flu. She’s had it for about a week.

A: Sometimes it takes a long time to get over the flu. Terry has been sick a couple of times this year.

B: I know. It’s too bad.

5. A: That guy over there has just moved here from Canada. I was talking to him a while ago. He’s really interesting. He’s an actor and he’s already appeared in a couple of movies.

B: Yeah, so he was telling me. He mentioned the names of his movies, but I haven’t seen any of them

A: Maybe one day he’ll be a big star.

6.

A: There’s a really interesting exhibition at the museum this month. It’s all about Walt Disney and the story of how he started making cartoons.

B: Is that right? I haven’t been to the museum for a long time.

A: You should go and take a look at it. I’m sure you’ll find it really interesting.

B: I think I will. Thanks for letting me know