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GREETINGS CLASSROOM

EXPREEIONS

1. H E L L O 16. Come in ,please

2. Good morning 17. Sit down.

3. Im John Smith. 18. Stand up,please.

4. Are you Bill Jones 19. Open your book ,please.

5. Yes ,I am 20. Close your book ,please.

6. How are you ? 21. Dont open your book.

7. Fine ,thanks. 22. Do you understand?

8. How is Helen?. 23. Yes I understand.

9. Shes very well,thank you. 24. No, I dont understand

10. Good afternoon, Mr.Green. 25. Listen and repeat

11. Good evening ,Mrs.Brown. 26. Now read,please.

12. How are you this evening ? 27. Thats fine

13. Good night,John. 28. Its time to begin.

14. Good bye ,Bill. 29. Lets begin now.

15. See you tomorrow. 30. This is lesson one.

IDENTIFYING OBJECTS IDENTIFYING OBJECTS31. Whats this ? 46. What are these?32. Thats a book. 47. Those are books.33. Is this your book? 48. Where are the books?34. No,thats not my book. 49. There they are.35. Whose book is this ? 50. These are my pencils.36. Thats your book. 51. Where are your pens?37. And whats that ? 52. They re over there.38. Is that a book ? 53. Are these your pens?39. No, it isnt 54. Yes,they are.40. Its a pencil. 55. Those are mine.41. Is it yours ? 56. These are your books, arent they?42. Yes, its mine. 57. No, they arent.43. Wheres the door ? 58. They are not mine.44. There it is. 59. These are mine,and those are yours.45. Is this his book ? 60. Those arent your pens, are they ?

IDENTIFYING PEOPLE BY OCCUPATION INTRODUCTIONS AND COURTESIES61 Who are you ? 76. Whats your name ?62. Im a student 77. My name is jones.63. Who is that over there ? 78. Whats your first name ?64. Hes a student,too. 79. My first name is Bill.65. Is that lady a student ? 80. How doyou spell your last name?

66. No,she isnt. 81. Jones.J-O-N-E-S.67. Those men arent student ,either. 82. Whats your friends name?68. Am I your teacher? 83. His name is John Smith.69. Yes, your are. 84. John and I are old friends.70. That man is a teacher,isnt he? 85. Are your Johns brother?71. Yes,he is. 86. No, Im not.72. Who are those people? 87. This is Mr.Jones.73. Maybe theyre farmers. 88. How do you do?74. Arent they students? 89. Mrs.Jones,This is Mr.John Smith.75. I really dont know. 90. Very pleased to meet you.

DAYS AND MONTHS OF CALENDAR TALKING ABOUT OBJECTS


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91. What day is today? 106. Do you have a book?92. Today is Monday. 107. Yes, I do.93. What day was yesterday? 108. You have a radio,dont you?94. Yesterday was Sunday. 109. No, I dont.95. What day is tomorrow? 110. I dont have a Phonograph,either.96. What month is this? 111. Does this radio belong to you?97. This is January. 112. Yes,I think it does.98. Last month was December,Wasnt it? 113. How many sister and brothers do you have?

99. Yes,it was. 114 Dont you have my hat?100 What month is next month? 115. Yes,I have both your hat and you coat.101. I was in the hospital for several weeks. 116 Does John have a yellow pencil?102. Wher were you on Tuesday 117. Yes,he does.103 You were here in February,werent you? 118 He has a radio,doesnt he?104. No,I wasnt 119. No,he doesnt have one.105. Your friend was here a week ago, wasnt he? 120. He already has a phonograph,but he doesnt have a

radio yet.T E L L I N G T I M E TALKING ABOUT DATES

121. What time is it? 136. Whats the date today?122. Its two oclock 137. Today is November first,Nineteen sixty three.123. Its a few minutes after two. 138. When were you born?124. My Watch is fast and your watch is slow. 139. I was born on November first,nineteen thirty-five.125. Excuse me.Can you tell me the correct time? 140. Today is my birthday.126. No, I cant. 141 My sister was born in nineteen thirty-eight.127 I dont know what time it is. 142. I dont know the exact date.128 I dont think i ts four o clock yet. 143. Where were your born?129. It must be about three thirty. 144. I was born in a lit tle town not far from here.130 I get up before six oclock every day. 145. What do you know about the tenth century?131 The restaurant doesnt open until seven forty five. 146. I dont know anything about that.132 Will you be here at ten oclock tomorrow? 147. Lets talk about something else.133 Yes,I will. 148. Where were you during the month of April last year?134 Well be on time,wont we? 149. I dont remember where I was then135 I hope so. 150. Where will you be next year at this time?

TALKING ABOUT OBJECTS AND PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT LANGUAGES151 What do you want? 166 Do you speak English?152 I want a cup of coffee 167 Yes, a little153 What would you like to eat? 168 Do you friend speak English?154 Please give me a piece of pie 169 Yes,he speaks English perfectly.155 Which one would you like-this one or that one? 170 Whats his native language .156 It doesnt matter to me 171 I dont know what his native language is.

157 Id like to talk with Mr.Jones or Mr.Smith. 172 How many languages do you speak?158 Im sorry,but both of them are busy right now. 173 My friend reads and writes several languages159 Wouldnt you like some coffee? 174 How well do you know French?160 Id rather have some tea,if you don,t mind 175 He speaks French with an American accent.161 Do you know any of those people? 176 My parent speak English fluently.162 Two or three of them look familiar 177 Mr.Jones can read French pretty well163 All of those people are friends of mine 178 Sometimes I have mistakes when I speak English.164 Which one of those men is Mr.Taylor? 179 I have a lot of trouble with pronunciation165 Is he the tall men on the left? 180 How is her accent in French?

TALKING ABOUT ACTIVITIES ASKING ABOUT AGE181 What are you doing? 196 How old are you?182 Im reading a book. 197 Im twenty-one years old.183 Whats your friend doing? 198 My brother is not quite twenty-five.184 Hes studying his lesson 199 John is not forty-five yet,is he?185 Im not doing anything right now. 200 Mr.Smith is still in his fifties.186 Where are you going? 201 Im two years older than you are.

187 Im going home 202 My brother is two years younger than I am.188 What time are you coming back? 203 How many are there in your family?189 Im not sure what time Im coming back. 204 There are seven of us altogether.190 What are you thinking about? 205 My sister is the oldest.191 I,m thinking about my lesson 206 Im the youngest192 Who are you writing to? 207 Guess how old I am?193 Im writing to a friend of mine in South America. 208 Id say youre about twenty-three.194 By the way,who are you waiting for? 209 Iwas thirty on my last birthday.195 Im not waiting for anybody. 210 Im going to be sixty-one next Tuesday.

TALKING ABOUT DAILY ACTIVITIES TALKING ABOUT YESTERDAYS ACTIVITIES211 What time do you get get up every day? 226 What time did you get up yesterday morning?


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212 I usually wake up early. 227 I woke up early and got up at 6 oclock.213 I get up at 6 oclock every day 228 My brother got up earlier than I did214 My brother gets up later than I do 229 Did you get dressed right away?215 After I get dressed,I have breakfast. 230 Yes,I got dressed and had breakfast.216 Usually,I have a big breakfast 231 What kind of breakfast did you have?217 I have juice,cereal,toast,and coffee for breakfast. 232 What time did you get to work yesterday morning?218 I leave the house at eighf a.m.each day. 233 I left the house at 8 oclock and got to work at 8:30.219 I get to work at nine oclock every morning 234 Did you work all day?

220 I work hard all morning 235 Yes,I worked from early morning until late at night221 I go out for lunch at about 12:30 236 At noon I had lunch with a friend of mine222 I finish working at 5:45 p.m. 237 I finished working at 5:30 and went home223 I eat dinner at about 7 oclock 238 After dinner I read a magazine and made some

telephone calls.234 Before I eat dinner,I read the newspaper for a

while.239 I went to bed at 11:30 p.m

235 I usually go to bed at about midnight 240 I went to sleep immediately and slept soundly allnight.

MEETING A FRIEND TALKING ABOUT LAST YEARS ACTIVITIES241 Where did you go yesterday? 256 What t ime did you use to get up last year?242 I went to see a friend of mine 257 I used to wake up early and get up at 7 oclock 243 Did you see Mr.Jones yesterday? 258 I used to set my alarm clock for exactly 7 a.m244 I didnt see Mr.Jones,but I saw John Smith 259 I never used to oversleep245 What did you talk about? 260 I used to get dressed quickly every morning246 We talked about a lot of thing 261 I a lways used to leave for work at 8:30.247 I asked him a lot of questions 262 I used to start working at 9:00 oclock every day248 What did you ask him? 263 I used to have lunch every day at the same time249 I asked him if he spoke English 264 I used to work until nearly 6:00 oclock each day250 He said he spoke a little English 265 I used to have dinner at 7:30 and go to bed early251 Then I asked him if he knew anybody in New

York266 My brother and I used to go a lot of places together

252 He said he knew a lot of people there 267 We used to go to the movies about once a week253 Finally, I asked him how old he was 268 We used to have a lot of interesting friends254 He said he would rather not tell his age 269 My brother used to speak French to me all the time255 He answered almost all of my questions 270 I always used to ask him a lot of questions

ASKING ABOUT ADDRESSES ASKING QUESTIONS271 Where do you live? 286 Where were you yesterday afternoon?272 I live on Washington street 287 I was at home all afternoon273 Whats your address? 288 I was writing some letters to friends of mine274 I live at 1203 Washington street 289 What were you doing at about 4 oclock yesterday

afternoon.275 Im Mr.Smiths next door neighbour 290 I was listening to the radio276 You live here in the city,dont you? 291 What were you doing when I called you on the

telephone?277 Im from out of town 292 When you called me,I was eating dinner 278 How long have you lived here? 293 When I saw Mr.Jones,he was talking with John Smith279 Ive lived here for five years. 294 While you were writing letters,I was reading a book280 Hes known me for over ten years. 295 While we were having breakfast,John was talking on

the telephone281 Ive spoken English all my life. 296 Can you guess what I was doing this morning?282 Ive already read that book 297 I cant remember what John was doing yesterday

afternoon283 Has he studied French very long? 298 Ive forgotten what he said his address was284 Have you had breakfast already? 299 Ive forgotten what time he said he had dinner last

night285 Yes,I had breakfast two hours ago 300 They called us just as we were having dinner.

DESCRIBING OBJECTS ASKING PEOPLE TO DO THINGS301 What color is you book? 316 Would you please tell Mr.Cooper that Im here?302 My book has a dark blue cover 317 Take these books home with you tonight.303 How much does that typewriter weigh? 318 Please bring me those magazines304 Its not too heavy,but I dont know the exact

weight319 Would you help me lift this heavy box?

305 This round table weighs about forty five pounds. 320 Please ask John to turn on the lights.306 What size suitcase do you own? 321 Put your books down on the table307 One of my suitcases is small,and the othe one is

medium size.322 Get me a hammer from the kitchen,will you?

308 I like the shape of that table 323 Hang up my coat in the closet,will you please?309 How long is Jones Boulevard? 324 Please dont bother me now.Im very busy


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310 That street is only two miles long 325 Would you mind mailing this letter for me?311 Will you please measure this window to see how

wide it is?326 If you have time,will you call me tomorrow?

312 This window is just as wide as that one 327 Please pick up those cups and saucers.313 The walls are three inches thick 328 Will you do me a favor?314 This material feels soft 329 Please count the chairs in that room315 This pencil is longer than that one 330 Please pour this milk into that glass.

GETTING INFORMATION AND

DIRECTIONS

TALKING ABOUT FAMILY AND RELATIVES

331 Excuse me,sir.Can you give me someinformation?

346 Are your married?

332 Can you tell me where Peach Street is? 347 No,Im not married.Im still single.333 Its two block straight ahead 348 Your niece is engaged ,isnt she?334 Which direction is it to the theater? 349 My sister has been engaged for two months335 Turn right at the next coner 350 My grandfather got married in 1921.336 How far is it to the university? 351 When is your granparents wedding anniversary?337 Its a long way from here 352 How long have they been married?338 The school is just around the corner 353 Theyve been married for quite a few years.339 The restaurant is across the street from the hotel. 354 Who did George marry?340 You cant miss it 355 Do they have children?341 Do you happen to know Mr.Coopers telephone

number?356 They had a baby last month.

342 Could you tell me where the nearest telephone is? 357 My son wants to get married in June.343 Should I go this way,or that way? 358 They dont know when the wedding will be

344 Go that way for two blocks,then turn left 359 Their grandchildren are grown up now345 I beg your pardon.Is this seat taken? 360 Shes a widow.He husband died last year.

TALKING ABOUT NEIGHBORS ANDFRIENDS

TALKING ABOUT FUTURE ACTIVITIES

361 Where did you grow up? 376 What time are you going to get up tomorrowmorning?

362 I grew up right here in this neighborhood 377 Ill probably wake up early and get up at 6:30363 My friende spent his childhood in California 378 What will you do then?364 He lived in California until he was seventeen. 379 After I get dressed,Ill have breakfast365 There have been a lot of changes here in the last

20 years380 What will you have for breakfast tomorrow morning?

366 There used to be a grocery store on the corner 381 Ill probably have eggs and toast for breakfast367 All of those houses have been built in the last ten

years382 After breakfast,Ill get ready to go towork

368 Theyre building a new house up the street fromme

383 Ill leave the house at 8:00 and get to the office at8:30.

369 If you buy that home,will you spend the rest ofyour life there?

384 Il probably go out for lunch at about 12:30.

370 Are your neighbors very friendly? 385 Ill finish working at 5:30 and get home by 6 oclock371 We all know each other pretty well 386 Are you going to have dinner at home tomorrow

night?372 A young married couple moved in next door to

us387 Do you think youll go to movies tomorrow night?

373 Who bought that new house down the street fromyou?

388 Ill probably stay home and watch television

374 An Elderly man rented the big white house 389 When I get sleepy,Ill probably get ready for bed375 What beautiful trees those are ! 390 Do you think youll be able to go to sleep right away?

TALKING ABOUT THE WEATHER TALKING ABOUT SICKNESS AND HEALTH391 How is the weather today? 406 How are you feeling today?392 The weather is nice today 407 I dont feel very well this morning393 What was the weather like yesterday? 408 I was sick yesterday,but Im better today394 Yesterday it rained all day 409 My fever is gone,but I still have a cough.395 What will the weather be like tomorrow? 410 My brother has a bad headache396 Its going to snow tomorrow 411 Which of your arms is sore?397 Its quite cold today 412 My right arm hurts.It hurts right here398 Its been cloudy all morning 413 Whats the matter with you?399 Is it raining now? 414 Ive got a pain in my back 400 Itll probably clear up this afternoon 415 Which foot hurts? Is it the left one?401 The days are getting hotter 416 How did you break your leg?402 Today is the first day of spring 417 I slipped on the stairs and fell down.I broke my leg403 Whats the temperature today? 418 Your right hand is swollen.Does it hurt?404 Its about seventy degrees Fahrenheit this

afternoon419 Its bleeding.Youd better go see a doctor about that

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405 Theres a cool breeze this evening. 420 I hope youll be well soon.TALKING ABOUT DAILY HABITS GETTING OTHER PEOPLES OPINIONS AND

IDEAS421 I get out of bed about 7 oclock every morning 436 What do you think?Is that right?422 After getting up,I go into the bathroom and take a

shower437 Certainly.Youre absolutely right about that.

423 Then,I shave,brush my teeth and comb my hair 438 I think youre mistaken about that424 After brushing my teeth,I put on my clothes 439 I like hot weather best

425 After that,I go downstair to the kitchen to havebreakfast

440 Personally,I prefer winter weather

426 After eating breakfast,I go back upstairs again 441 Do you think its going to rain tomorrow/427 Then,Its usually time to wake up my little

brother442 I dont know wether it will rain or not

428 He cant dress himself yet because hes tooyoung

443 In my opinion,thats an excellent idea

429 I wash his face and hands,and then I dress him 444 Why is Mr.Cooper so tired?Do you have any idea?430 He tries to button his own shirt,but he cant do it 445 Hes tired because he worked hard all day today431 My little brother takes a bath before he goes to

bed at night446 What do you think of my children?

432 He always forget to wash behind his ears 447 I think you have very attractive children433 Im always tired when I come home fromwork 448 Please give me your frank opinion434 At bedtime,I take off my clothes and put on my

payamas449 Do you really want to know what I think?

435 I get into bed at about 11:30,and go right off to

sleep

450 Of course I want to know what your opinion is !

MAKING PLANS MAKING DECISIONS451 What do you plan to do tomorrow? 466 Im anxious to know what your decision is452 I doubt that Ill do anything tomorrow 467 Im confident youve made the right choice453 Please excuse me for a little while.I want to do

something468 I want to persuade you to change your mind

454 I imagine Ill do some work instead of going tothe movies

469 Will you accept my advice?

455 Will it be convenient for you to explain yourplans to him?

470 What have you decided?

456 Theres nothing to do because tomorrow is aholiday

471 Ive definitely decide to go to California

457 Whats your brother planning to do tomorrow? 472 He didnt want to say anything to influence mydecision

458 He cant decide what to do 473 She refuses to make up her mind459 Its difficult to make a decision without knowing

all the facts

474 I assume youve decided against buying a new car

460 Were trying to plan our future 475 It took him a long time to make up his mind461 Thats a good idea 476 You can go whenever you wish462 Im hoping to spend a few days in the mountains 477 Were willing to accept your plan463 Would you consider going north this summer? 478 He knows its incovinient,but he wants to go anyway464 It theres a chance youll go, Id like to go with

you479 According to Mr.Green,this is a complicated problem

465 After you think it over,please let me know whatyou decide

480 She insist that it doesnt make any difference to her

GOING PLACES GOING SHOPPING481 Are you going to go anyplace this year? 496 Im going shopping because I need to buy some

clothes482 If I have enough money,Im going to take a trip

abroad497 If this shirt doesnt fit,may I bring it back later?

483 How are you going?Are you going by boat? 498 What size shoes do you wear?

484 Its faster to go by plane than by boat 499 That suit looks very good on you.485 Whats the quickest way to get there? 500 This dress is made of silk,isnt it?486 Altogether it will take ten days to make the trip. 501 Id like to try on this sweater487 I hope you have a good time on your trip 502 Im interested in buying a new car488 Im leaving tomorrow,but I havent packed my

suitcases yet.503 Whats the price of that electric iron?

489 Im going by air.I like flying 504 How much is this rug?490 My brother took a trip to Mexico 505 Is this toothpaste on sale today?491 It was a six-hour flight 506 Thats a beautiful leather wallet,but i t costs too much.492 How many passengers were on the train? 507 How much do I owe you?493 His friend was injured in an airplane crash 508 That will be eighteen dollars and seventy- five cents.


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494 Would you like to go for a walk? 509 Do you have change for a twenty-dollar bill?495 Lets go out to the airport .The plane landed ten

minutes ago510 The clerk helped me find what I wanted.

EATING in restaurant Going Out for the Evening511 What would you like to eat? 526 How long did the movie last?512 Id like a bowl of tomato soup 527 The feature started at 9 oclock and ended at 11:30.513 The waiter seems to be in hurry to take our order 528 They say the new film is an adventure story

514 Which would you rather have-steak or fish? 529 A group of us went out to the theater last night515 I want my steak well done 530 The new play was good and everybody enjoyed it516 What kinds of vegetables do you have? 531 By the time we got there,the play had already begun517 Ill have mashed potatoes and green beans. 532 The usher showed us to our seats518 Would you please pass the salt? 533 The cast of the play included a famous actor519 They serve good food in this restaurant. 534 After the play was over,we all wanted to get

something to eat520 Are you ready for your dessert now? 535 There was a big crowd and we had difficulty getting

a taxi521 This knife is dirty, Would you bring me a clean

one,please?536 The restaurant was filled,so we decided to go

elsewhere522 May I have the check, please ? 537 My brother wants to learn how to dance523 You have your choice of three flavors of ice

cream.538 We dont go dancing very often

524 We have vanilla,chocolate,and strawberry. 539 Which would you rather do-go dancing or go to aplay?

525 We invited two guests to dinner,but they didntcome.

540 Im not accustomed to going out after dark.

Making Appointments Visiting the Doctor 541 Id like to make an appointment to see

Mr.Cooper556 I went to see my doctor for a check up yesterday

542 Would you like to arrange for a personalinterview?

557 The doctor discovered that Im a little overweight

543 Your appointment will be next Thursday at 10 oclock.

558 He gave me a chest X-ray and took my bloodpressure

544 I can come any day except Thursday 559 He told me to take these pills every four hours545 He wants to change his appointment from

Monday to Wednesday560 Do you think the patient can be cured?

546 She failed to call the office to cancel herappointment

561 They operated on him last night

547 Im going to call the employment agency for a

job

562 He needed a blood transfusion

548 Please fill in this afflication form 563 My uncle had a heart attack last year549 Are you looking for a permanent position? 564 They had to call in a heart specialist550 Im going to call a plumber to come this

afternoon565 What did the doctor say?

551 I couldnt keep the appointment because I wassick

566 The doctor advised me to get plenty of exercise

552 Im new employee.I was hired yesterday 567 The doctor said I look pale553 Please call before you come ,Otherwise we

might not be home568 If I want to be healthy,I have to stop smoking

cigarettes554 Lets make a date to go shopping next Thursday 569 The physician said smoking is harmful to my health555 Will you please lock the door when you leave? 570 Its just a mosquito bite.Theres nothing to worry

about

Making telephone call WRITING LETTERS571 Youre wanted on the telephone 586 How long has it been since youve heard from your

uncle?572 What number should I dial to get the operator? 587 When was the last time he wrote you ?573 I want to make a long distance call 588 I cant recall how long its been.574 Pick up the receiver and deposit a coin in the slot 589 Im always disappointed when I dont get any mail575 I tried to call Mr.Cooper, but the line was busy 590 I feel guilty because I havent written her lately576 You must have dialed the wrong number 591 What time is the mail delivered on Saturday ?577 I dialed the right number, but nobody answered 592 The postman always comes at 2 oclock578 The telephone is ringing.Would you answer it,

please ?593 I wrote to my uncle last night. I couldnt put it off

any longer579 Would you like to leave a message? 594 I enclosed some photographs in my letter580 Who is this? I dont recognize your voice 595 I didnt know whether to send the letter airmail or not


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581 Would you please tell Mr.Cooper I called? 596 How long does it take for a letter to get toCalifornia ?

582 Is this empire 5-4093 ? 597 Dont forget to put stamps on the letter before youmail it.

583 I have to hang up now 598 He went to the post office to mail a letter 584 Put the receiver closer to your mouth. I cant

hear you.599 I dropped the letter in the mailbox on the corner

585 Would you mind calling back sometime

tomorrow?

600 How did you sign the letter ? Did you

write,sincerely yours ?

Past Experientes Furniture & places to live601 A strange thing happened to me this morning 616 Were looking for a house to rent for the summer602 I was crossing the street and was almost hit by a

car617 Are you trying to find a furnished house ?

603 Fortunately,I jumped back in time to avoid beinghit

618 This split-level house is for rent.Its a bargain

604 It was a terrible experience,and I wont forget it 619 That house is for sale.It has central heating605 Yesterday was such a beautiful day we decided to

go for a drive620 We have a few kitchen things and a dining room set

606 We prepared a picnic lunch and drove down bythe river

621 This is an intresting floor plan.Please show me thebasement

607 After a while, we found a shady place undersome poplar trees

622 The roof has leaks in it, and the front steps need to befixed

608 On the way back home,we had a flat tire 623 Weve got to get a bed and a dresser for the

bedroom609 It was after dark when we got back, and we were

all tired624 Does the back door have a lock on it ?

610 I wish you would give me a more detaileddescription of you trip

625 Theyve already turned on the electricity.The houseis ready.

611 Speaking of trips, did I ever tell you about theexperience I had?

626 Im worried about the appearance of the floor.I needto wax it.

612 We used to have a lot of fun when we were thatage

627 If you want a towel, look in the linen closet

613 I cant recall the exact circumstances 628 What style furniture do you have? Is it traditional614 I never realized that someday I would be living in

New York629 We have drapes for the living room, but we need

kitchen curtains615 We never imagined that John would become a

doctor630 The house needs painting.Its in bad condition

TALKING ABOUT THINGS TO WEAR DISCUSSING DIFFERENT POINTS OF VIEW

631 What are you going to wear today? 646 You have your point of view, and I have mine632 Im going to wear my blue suit.Is that all right ? 647 You approach it in a different way than I do633 I have two suits to send to the cleaners 648 I wont argue with you, but I think youre being

unfair634 I have some shirts to send to the laundry 649 Thats a liberal point of view635 You ought to have that coat cleaned and pressed 650 He seems to have a lot of strange ideas636 Ive got to get this shirt washed and ironed 651 I dont see any point in discussing the question any

further637 All my suits are dirty.I dont have anything to

wear652 What alternatives do I have ?

638 Youd better wear a light jacket.Its chilly today 653 Everyone is entitled to his own opinion639 This dress doesnt fit me anymore 654 There are always two sides to everything640 I guess I ve outgrown this pair of trousers 655 We have opposite views on this641 These shoes are worn-out.Theyve lasted a long

time656 Please forgive me. I didnt mean to start an argument

642 I cant fasten this collar button 657 I must know your opnion.Do you agree with me ?

643 Why dont you get dressed now? Put on yourwork clothes 658 What point are you trying to make ?

644 My brother came in, changed his clothes, andwent out again

659 Our Views are not so far apart,after all.

645 I didnt notice you were wearing your new hat. 660 We should be able to resolve our differences.

THINKING ABOUT POSSIBLE FUTUREACTIVITIES

TALKING ABOUT PAST POSSIBILITIES

661 If it doesnt rain tomorrow,I think Ill goshopping

676 What would you have done last night if you hadnthad to study ?

662 Theres a possibility well go, but it all dependson the weather.

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663 If I have time tomorrow,I think Ill get a haircut 678 If you had gotten up earlier, you would have had timefor breakfast.

664 I hope I remember to ask barber not to cut myhair too short

679 If I had time, I would have called you

665 My son wants to be a policeman when he growsup

680 Would he have seen you if you hadnt waved to him?

666 If I get my work finished in time, Ill leave forNew York Monday

681 If he had only had enough money, he would havebought that house

667 Suppose you couldnt go on trip.How would youfeel?

682 I wish you had called me back the next day, as I hadasked you to.

668 What would you say if I told you I couldnt gowith you?

683 If you hadnt slipped and fallen, you wouldnt havebroken you leg

669 If I buy that car, Ill have to borrow some money 684 If I had known you wanted to go, I would have calledyou

670 If I went with you, Id have to be back by sickoclock.

685 Had I known you didnt have a key , I wouldnt havelocked the door.

671 One of these days, Id like to take a vacation 686 She would have gone with me, but she didnt havetime

672 As soon as I can, Im going to change jobs 687 If I asked for directions, I wouldnt hjave gotten lost673 Theres a chance he wont be able to be home for

Idul fitrie688 Even if we could have taken a vacation, we might not

have wanted to674 We may be able to help you in some way 689 Everything would have been all right if you hadnt

said that675 If you were to attend the banquet, what would

you wear ?

690 Looking back on it, I wish we hadnt given in so

easily.

LIKE AND DISLIKES GIVING ADVICE AND OPINIONS691 What is it you dont like about winter weather? 706 If you want my advice, I dont think you should go692 I dont like it when the weather gets real cold 707 I suggest that you tear up the letter and start over

again693 I cant stand summer weather 708 Its only a suggestion, and you can do what you

please694 The thing I dont like about driving is all the

traffic on709 Let me give you a little fatherly advice

695 He doesnt like the idea of going to bed early 710 If you dont like it, I wish you would say so696 I like to play tennis, but Im not a very good

player711 Please dont take offense. I only wanted to tell you

what I think697 I dont like spinach even though I know its good

for me712 In my opinion, the house isnt worth the price theyre

asking698 Im afraid youre being too particular about your

food

713 My feeling is that you ought to stay home tonight

699 He always finds fault with everything 714 Its none of my business, but I think you ought towork harder

700 She doesnt like anything I do or say 715 In general, my reaction is favorable701 You have wonderful taste in clothes 716 If you dont take my advice, youll be sorry702 Whats you favorite pastime ? 717 Ive always tried not to interfere in your affairs703 What did you like best about the movie ? 718 Im old enough to make up my own mind704 I didnt like the taste of the medicine, but I took it

anyway719 Thanks for the advice, but this is something I have to

figure out myself705 Why do you dislike the medicine so much? 720 He wont pay attention to anybody. Youre just

wasting your breath.

ASKING FAVORS OF OTHER PEOPLE MAKING PREPARATIONS TO TRAVEL721 Would you please hold the door open for me ? 736 I didnt realize the time had passed so quickly.722 Youre very kind to take the trouble to help me 737 Ive got a lot of things to do before I can leave723 I wish I could repay you somehow for your

kindness

738 For one thing, Ive got to drop by the bank to get

some money724 Im afraid it was a bother for you to do this 739 Itll take almost all my saving to buy the ticket725 It wasnt any bother.I was glad to do it 740 Oh, I just remember something ! I have to apply for a

passport726 Theres just one last favor I need to ask of you 741 I almost forgot to have the phone disconnected727 Id be happy to help you in any way I can 742 Its a good thing you reminded me to take my heavy

coat728 Would you mind giving me a push ? my car has

stalled.743 I never would have thought of it if you hadnt

mentioned it729 Would you be so kind as to open window for

me ? Its stuck744 Ill see you off at the airport

730 If theres anything else I can do, please let me 745 Theyre calling you flight now. You barely have time


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know to make it731 This is the last time Ill ever ask you to do

anything for me746 Youd better run or youre going to be left behind

732 I certainly didnt intend to cause you so muchinconvenience

747 Dont forget to cable to let us know you arrivedsafely

733 Hell always be indebted to you for what youvedone

748 Im sure Ive forgotten something, but its too latenow

734 Could you lend me ten dollars ? I left my wallet

at home

749 Do you have anything to declare for customs ?

735 Id appreciate it if you would turn out the lights.Im sleepy.

750 You dont have to pay any duty on personalbelongings.

COUNTRIES AND NATIONALITIES GEOGRAPHY AND LAND FEATURES751 Whats your nationality ? are you American ? 766 Geographically, this country is located in the

southern hemisphere.752 What part of the world do you come from ? 767 Its a beautiful country with many large lakes753 Im an American by birth 768 This part of the country is very mountainous754 I was born in Spain, but Im a citizen of France 769 The land in this region is dry and parched755 Do you know what the population of Japan is? 770 Along the northern coast there are many high cliffs756 Whats the area of the Congo in square miles? 771 There are forests here, and lumbering is important757 Who is the governor of this state ? 772 The scenery is beautiful near the Pasific Ocean758 According to the latest cencus, our population has

increased773 This mountain range has many high peaks and deep

canyons759 Politically, the country is divided into fifty states 774 What kind of climate do you have ? Is it mild ?

760 The industrial area is centered largely in the north 775 How far is it from the shore of the atlantic to themountains?

761 The country is rich in natural resources. It hasmineral deposits

776 Is the coastal plain good for farming ?

762 This nation is notede for its economic stability 777 Whats the longest river in the United States?763 How old do you have to be to vote in the national

elections ?778 Are most of the lakes located in the north central

region?764 Today we celebrate our day of independence. Its

a national holiday.779 As you travel westward, does the land get higher?

765 My home is in the capital. Its a cosmopolitancity.

780 The weather is warm and sunny here.Do you getmuch rain?

SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION WORK AND CAREERS781 Children enter school at the age of five, dont

they?796 Im a federal employee. I work for the department of

labor782 In elementary school, the child learns to read and

write

797 What kind of work do you do? Are you a salesman?

783 In secondary school, children get more advancedknowledge

798 As soon as I complete my training. Im going to be abank teller

784 In universities, student train to become teachersand engineers

799 John has built up his own business.He owns ahotel

785 He went to grade school in New york and highschool in Chicago

800 What do you want to be when you grow up? Haveyou decided yet?

786 In college I majored in science. Whats was yourmajor?

801 I like painting, but I wouldnt want it to be my lifeswork.

787 My sister graduated from high school.Graduation was last night

802 Have you ever thought about a career in the medicalprofession?

788 Im a graduated of Yale University. I have aBachelor of Arts degree

803 My uncle was a pilot with the airlines.He just retired

789 If you expect to enter the university, you shouldapply now

804 My brothers in the army. He was just promoted tothe rank of major

790 This is my first year of college. Im a freshman 805 I have a good paying job with excellent hours

791 My uncle is a high school principal. 806 My sister worked as a secretary before she gotmarried792 What kind of grades did you make in college? 807 Georges father is an attorney.He has his own

practice793 During your first year of college, did you make

straight As?808 He always takes pride in his work. He is very

efficient794 My brother is a member of the faculty. He

teaches economics809 Mr.Smith is a politician. Hes running for election as

governor795 John has extracurricular activities.Hes on the

football team.810 After a successful career in business, he was

appointed ambassador.

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811 Because of the warm and sunny weather, orangesgrow very well here

826 My hobby is collecting stamps.Do you have a hobby?

812 Is this flat country people grow wheat and cornand raise cattle

827 Ive always thought photography would be aninteresting hobby

813 The ground around here is stony and not verygood for farming

828 Some people like horseback riding, but I prefergolfing as a hobby

814 What are the principal farm products in thisregion?

829 Do you have any special interests other than you job?

815 Milk,butter,and cheese are shipped here from thedairy farms

830 Learning foreign languages is just an avocation withme

816 They had to cut down a lot of trees to make roomfor rarms

831 I find stamp collecting relaxing and it takes my mindoff my work

817 At this time of the year farmers plow their fields 832 On weekends I like to get my mind of my work byreading good books

818 On many farms youll find cows and chickens 833 My cousin is a member of a drama club. He seems toenjoy acting

819 If you have cows you have to get up early to dothe milking

834 He plays the piano for his own enjoyment

820 Tractors have revolutionized farming 835 Ive gotten interested in hi-fi. Im building my ownequipment

821 In the United States,There are many factories formaking cloth

836 Hes not a professional. He plays the piano for thefun of it

822 Factories employ both male and female workers 837 Ive heard of unusual hobbies, but Ive never heard ofthat one

823 If you work in a factory, you usually have topunch a clock 838 The trouble of photography is that its an expensivehobby824 Is meat packing a big industry in your country? 839 Thats rare set of coins.How long did it take you to

collect them?825 Is it true that the manufacturing of automoblles is

a major industry?840 I started a new hobby. I got tired of working in the

garden.

RECREATION AND SPORTS NEWSPAPERS AND MAGAZINES841 Baseball is my favorite sport.Whats your

favorite ?856 I sent in a subscription to that magazine. Its put out

every week842 My nephew is a baseball player.He is a catcher 857 If you subscribe to the newspaper,itll be delivered to

your door843 When you played football, what position did you

play?858 I didnt read the whole paper.I just glanced at the

headlines844 We played a game last night. The score was tied

six-to-six859 The first chapter of the story is in this issue of the

magazine

845 I went to a boxing match last night.It It was agood fight 860 I havent seen the latest issue of the magazine.Is itout yet?846 When I was on the track team, I used to run the

quarter mile861 Whats the total circulation of this newspaper?

847 I like fishing and hunting, but I dont likeswimming

862 Im looking for the classified section.Have you seenit?

848 My favorite winter sport is skiing.I belong to aski club

863 My brother-in-law is a reporter on the New Yorktimes staff

849 Would you be interested in going to the horseraces this afternoon?

864 There was an article in todays paper about theelection

850 The hardest thing to learn is to be a good loser 865 There wasnt much news in the paper today851 Be a good sport.Play according to the rules of the

game866 How long have you been taking this magazine?

852 Our family went campng last summer. We had tobuy a new tent

867 Did you read the article about the rescue of twofishermen?

853 This afternoon we went to the gym for a workout.

We lifted weights

868 Why dont you put an advertisement in the paper to

sell you car?854 What do you do for recreation? Do you have ahobby?

869 I got four replies to my ad about the bicycle for sale

855 My muscles are sore from playing baseball 870 My son has a newspaper route.He delivers themorning paper.

RADIO AND TELEVISION MUSIC AND LITERATURE871 What channel did you watch on television last

night?886 Whats your favorite kind of music? Do you like

jazz?872 I dont get a good picture on my TV set.Theres

something wrong887 Hes a composer of serious music.I like his music a

lot873 You get good reception on your radio 888 We went to a concert last night to hear the symphony


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orchestra874 Please turn the radio up.Its too low 889 My brother took lessons on the trumpet to nearly ten

years875 Whats on following the news and weather ? Do

you have a TV guide?890 You play the piano beautifully.How much do you

practice every day?876 You ought to have bill look at your TV.Maybe

could fix it891 Ive never heard that piece before.Who wrote it?

877 We meet one of the engineers over at the

television station

892 Have you ever thought about becoming a

professional musician?878 Where can I plug in the TV? Is this outlet all

right?893 Who is the author of this novel?

879 I couldnt hear the program because there was toomuch static

894 Ive never read a more stirring story

880 Your car radio work very well.what kind is it? 895 Who would you name as the greatest poet of ourtimes?

881 The next time I buy a TV set,Im going to buy aportable model

896 This poetry is realistic.I dont care for it very much

882 I wonder if this is a local broadcast 897 Many great writers were not appreciated fully whilethey were alive

883 Youd get better TV reception if you had anoutside antenna

898 This is a poem about frontier life in the United States

884 Most amateur radio operators build their ownequipment

899 This writer uses vivid description in his writings

885 Station WRC is off the air now.They signed off

two hours ago.

900 How much do you know about the works of Henry

wads worth Longfellow?

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