I-show中级班文本
iShow中级班文本
1A: Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?B: I’m fine, but I’m not very good at this. A: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?B: Yes I’m originally. I was born in Argentina. A: Did you grow up there?B: Yes, I did. But my family moved here 8 years ago when I was in high school.A: And where did you learn the roller blade? B: Here in the park. This is only my second time. A: Well it’s my first time. Can you give me some lessons?B: Sure, just follow me.A: By the way, my name is Ted.B: And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.A: Heh hey, that was fun. Thanks for the lesson. B: No problem, so, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?A: I work in a travel agency.B: Really? What do you do there?A: I’m in charge of their computers.B: Oh, so you’re a computer specialist!A: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.B: That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with the computer course I’m taking.A: Oh, sure, but only if you promise to give me some more roller blading lessons.B: It’s a deal.2A: Where are you from originally, Yu Hong? B: I’m from China, from near Shanghai.A: And when did you move here?B: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.A: And what do you do now?B: I’m a transportation engineer.A: I see, so you’re an immigrant to the United States.B: Yes, that’s right.A: What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the US?B: Oh, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that, I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’s not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, they visit relatives. It isn’t the sam e here. A: And what do you miss the most from home? B: Oh, that’s easy, my mom’s soup! She makes great soup. I really miss my mother’s cooking.3A: Hey, are these pictures of you when you were a kid?B: Yeah, that’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.A: Wow, I bet that was fun.B: Yeah, we always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach.I had a great shell collection. In fact, I think it still up in the attic.A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out.A: You know what I remember most about growing up?B: What?A: V isiting my Grandparents’ house. You know, on holidays and stuff, they lived way out in the country and my Grandad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse, and she loves me, too. I used to really enjoy spending time at my Grandparents’ house. And every time i came back, Blackie remembered me. B: Err, memories.4A: Why is there never a bus when you want one? B: Good question, there aren’t enough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.B: Good idea, you should say that we need more subway lines, too.A: Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.B: And fewer cars, there's too much traffic. A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look, it's full.A: Oh, no. Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I'm going to write.B: So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?A: Sure, I'm going to say something about the buses. They're too old. We need more modern buses, nice, air condition ones.范文范例学习参考B: And, they need to put more buses on the road. A: Right, there are too many cars downtown, and there isn't enough parking.B: That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtown between 9 and 5.B: Oh, you mean they shouldn't allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular work days？Em, that sounds like a really good idea.5Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore.For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the downtown business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield.Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificate is limited. Not everyone can get one. There's also a high tax on cars. So it costs about 3 or 4 times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there's also a very good taxi and bus system.6A: Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is?B: There’s one upstairs, across from the duty free shop.A: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens? B: It should be open now, it opens at eight a.m. A: Good, and can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?B: You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.A: OK, and just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?B: Right behind you, Ma-am. See that sign?A: Oh, thanks a lot.A: Excuse me, it’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information if you don’t mind.B: Not at all.A: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: It depends on the traffic of course. But it usually costs about 40 dollars.A: 40 Dollars? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport, maybe a fast food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day!B: You too.7A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment, and the living room is huge.C: But the bedrooms are too small, and there isn’t enough closet space for my cloths.A: And, it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.B: But that apartment was dark and dingy, and it was in a dangerous neighborhood.A: Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.A: Well, how do you like this place, then? C: Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge.B: Yes, they are nice and big.C: And there two bathrooms, I could have my own bathroom.B: Yes, I guess you could.C: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.A: I’m sure we can change the color if we want to.A: Creative Rentals, good morning.B: Hello, I’m calling about the apartment you have for rent.A: Yes, what can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It’s on King Street, just off the freeway. B: Oh, near the freeway…Can you hear the traffic?A: Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three范文范例学习参考bedrooms and a very large living room.B: I see. And is it in a new building?A: Well, the building is about 50 years old. B: Uh-huh. W ell, I’ll think about it.A: OK, thanks for calling.B: Thank you, bye!8A: Hello.B: Hello, is the apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end. B: And is it far away from subway?A: There’s a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it’s on the high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.B: It sounds like just the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it please. A: Sure, let me give you the address.A: Town and City Rentals, how can I help you? B: Hi, u m, is that apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Oh, good. U m, listen, I, I can’t pay too much. So the low price you’re asking is…is really good for me.A: Great.B: And how big is it?A: It’s two rooms plus the kitchen and bathroom.B: Well is it the safe place to live?A: Well, I can tell you I’ve lived here for five years and I never heard about anybody having a problem.B: Oh, that’s good. Let see, oh yeah. Does the apartment have a lot of windows?A: Windows? Yeah, there are a plenty of windows. But unfortunately, there isn’t much light really. See, there’s another building right next to ours.B: Oh, that’s OK, I never around in the day anyway. Do you think it’s alright if I come and look at it?A: Anytime. When do you wanna see it?9A: So where are you working now, Terry?B: Oh, I'm still at the bank. I don't like it, though.A: That's too bad. Why not?B: Well, it's boring, and it doesn't pay very well.A: I know what you mean. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don't want to work at all anymore.I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twenty-six.A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?B: Oh, you didn't know. She and I broke up a couple of months ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.A: I'm sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: I'm not sure, but I'd really like to move to another city. I'm sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.10A: Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.B: So why don't you quit?A: Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!B: A lot of people do, but...A: And if I gain weight, I won't be able to fit into any of clothes!B: Well, you can always go on a diet.A: Oh, no. I'm terrible at losing weight on diets. So if my clothes don't fit, I'll have to buy new ones. I'll have to get a part-time job, and... B: Listen, it is hard to quit, but it's not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it?A: Well, giving up smoking isn't really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can't be that difficult. You should try nicotine gum. You chew it just like regular chewing gum, and范文范例学习参考you don't feel like smoking. B: Well, I guess it's worth a try.Yeah, I really need a change. I've been doing the same things for over five years now, and I'm just not learning anything new. It's the same routine every day, and I am really sick of sitting in front of a computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined a club. I'd probably get to meet people and make new friends.Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose weight now, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes.11A: Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic. Have you ever eaten snails?B: No, I haven’t.A: Oh, they are delicious. I had them last time, like to try some?B: No, thanks. They sound strange.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet?A: Yes. I’ll have the snails, please.C: And you, sir?B: I think I’ll have the Fried Brains.A: Fried Brains? Now that really sounds strange.A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress, now. C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir, the Fried Brains.B: Thanks.A: Hmm… The snails are delicious. How are the Brains?B: Well, I think they’re…Yuck! Oh, sorry. I guess Brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’m going to order s omething else if you don’t mind.A: Oh, sure. Go ahead.B: Miss? Excuse me, miss!C: Yes?B:Um, I really don’t care for t his appetizer. Could you bring me something else? C: Yes, of course. What would you like instead? A: Try the snails.B: No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and, bring me a nice, juicy hamburger, medium rare with French fries and a large soda.A: Have you finished with this?B: No, I'm still drinking it. Thanks.A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that's mine. Hmm, it looks great and smells delicious!A: Don't you like it?B: I haven't tasted it yet. I'm waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.A: How is it?B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.A: Your turn or mine?B: It's my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember.12A: I'm so excited! We have two weeks off! What are you going to do?B: I'm not sure. I guess I'll just stay home. Maybe I'll catch up on my reading. What about you? Any plans?A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming. B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mean it? I'd love to!A: So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?B: Oh, I'm doing something really exotic this year. You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I'm going white-water rafting!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it,范文范例学习参考exactly?B: Oh, well, you know, it's in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it'll be really exciting. Oh, I'm doing some rock climbing, too. A: And you call that a vacation?A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?B: Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some money. Then I'm going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She's working in Guadalajara. She says it's really interesting there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I'm really looking forward to it.13A: What should people do to make their visit to New York City safe and pleasant?B: I think the biggest mistake many people make is trying to do too much in a short time. There are so much to see and do that you need to have a plan. It’s best to start planning before you get here. So you have information about hotels, restaurants, sightseeing and so on. Visitors can use our website to get the information they need to start planning before they come here, or they can phone or fax us.A: How safe is New York City for tourists?B: New York is a much safer place than many people think. In fac t, it’s the safest it’s been in thirty years.A: Oh, that’s good to here.B: Yes, but that doesn’t mean people don’t have be careful. Tourist in New York ought to be careful just like in any big city in the world. For students, I would say travel in groups. If you get lost, it’s easier as a group to find your way. You really shouldn’t go off by your own if you can find someone to go with you. Another thing to remember is, don’t be afraid to ask for directions, even if your English isn’t perfect. People of ten stop me on the street to ask for directions. And that’s not only foreign visitors. American visitors also have trouble finding their way around. And you’ll find New Yorkers are really very friendly.A: Yes, I agree. We are. B: Uh-huh14A: Jason? Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.B: Oh, but this is my favorite program!A: I know. But it's too loud.B: OK. I'll turn it down.A: That's better. Thanks.C: Lisa, please pick up your things. They're all over the living room floor.D: In a minute, Mom. I'm on the phone.C: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up.D: Sure. No problem.C: Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids? A: Definitely!A: Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He's always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.B: And he can never find his glasses either. A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom? A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them.A: Yeah, I think she watches them for hours every day.B: Oh, well. I guess they're just getting old.I hope I never get like that.A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and play a video game. B: Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?A: James, please turn that down? James!B: Yes, Mom?A: Turn that down. It's much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game.A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream in one of the bags.B: I can't right now, Dad. I'm doing my homework.A: What's this, James!B: Yeah, Mom?A: Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry.B: Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them.范文范例学习参考A: Justin, come help me. We need to wash these dishes before your mother gets home.B: Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It's really important.15A：Hi, I'm your new neighbor. George Rivera. I live next door.B：Oh, hi, I'm Stephanie Lee.A：So you just moved in? Do you need anything? B：Not right now. But thanks.A：Well let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.B：Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize that. I'll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?A：Yeah, there's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It's delicious.A：Hello, I'm sorry to bother you. But I think your car is parked in my space downstairs. B：Really?A：Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?B：Yes, I do.A：Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13, and that’s my space.B：Oh, I'm so sorry. My son must've put it in a wrong space. Ours is the one right next yours, number 12. Let me get my keys and I'll go right down and move the car.A: Thanks.B：And I'll make sure my son doesn't do it again. A：I'll appreciate it.B：Gee! Bob, you are really late! You said you'll be here at six and look at the time. It's almost six thirty.A：I'm really sorry. Tell you what! I'll pay for dinner.B：Ah, it's alright. You don't have to do that. A：No, I wanna pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.B：Well, hey, ok, if you insist.A：Thanks.16A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31.B: So what do you do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.A: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying words “Trick or treat!”B: Hmm. sounds interesting.A: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey, my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I'd love to.A: So are we going to wear costumes to the party? B: Of course. That's half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I'm going as a clown.A: A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown. B: Hey!A: Oh, I'm just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?B: Why don't you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at the costume store.A: A witch? Yeah, that's a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.17A: You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?B: Yes, it is.A: Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?B: Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.A: Oh, I didn't know that.A: Did you get married in a church, Mari?B: No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.A: Oh, a shrine?B: Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.A: Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?B: Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony. you know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters.A: And what about the reception? What was that like?B: Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception, about a hundred people. And the first thing happened was that the main guests gave范文范例学习参考formal speeches.A: Speeches?B: Yes, and then after that, all the guests were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking, lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.A: Sounds like fun!B: Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during a wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding. A: A present from the bride and groom?B: Yes, it's a Japanese custom.A: What a nice custom!18A: So what kind of job are you looking for? B: Well, I haven't made up my mind. I love working with people, and I love traveling. I don't want a job where I'm stuck in an office all day. I want to get out and see the world. A: Are you interested in working in business? That's where you can sometimes make good money. B: I'm not really interested in making a lot of money at this point in my life. I'll worry about that laterA: What kind of career are you planning for yourself?B: I don't know. I think I'd like to have a job where I can help people. Everybody else in my family is in law or business-you know, boring stuff like that. That's just not for me. I know I'd like to work overseas, though, maybe in a children's hospital in a developing country. But that's a long way away. I have to get into medical school first, and that's not going to be easy!A: What kind of job do I have in kind? Well, I don't want a regular nine-to–five job. Eventually, I'd like to get into acting-maybe even break into movies. But I guess that won't happen for a while.B: So what are you doing in the meantime?A: Well, I work out at the gym nearly every day.I need to be really fit. And I'm taking acting lessons as well so that I feel comfortable in front of the crowd. I just had some pictures taken to show to agents in the city. Would you like to see them?B: Sure.19A: I don't know what classes to take this semester. I can't decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda? B: Yes, I have. I think I'd make a good journalist because I love writing.A: Maybe I could be a teacher, because I'm very creative. And I like working with kids.B: Oh, I wouldn't want to be a teacher. I'm too impatient.A: I know one thing I could never do.B: What's that?A: I could never be a stockbroker, because I'm not good at making decisions quickly.B: My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don't think I'd make a good politician.A: Why not, Brenda?B: Oh, you know me. I'm terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people, you know, like giving speeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.A: That's true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I'm having.B: What is it?A: You know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.B: And you don't want to?A: No, not at all. I'd be a terrible manager. I'm much too disorganized.20Guide: We are now approaching the famo us Statue ofLiberty, which has welcomed visitors to New York Harbor since 1886.A: Wow! Look at it.B: Incredible, isn't it?Guide: The statue was given to the Un ited States by the people of France.It was designed by the French sculptor Bartholdi.A:It’s really huge. Do we get to go i nside?B: Of course. We can climb the stairs all the范文范例学习参考way up to the crown.A: Stairs? There's no elevator?B:Not to the top. But it's just 142 st eps!Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you wondering what the statue is made of, it has a framework inside that's made of iron; the outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only 2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole things together. The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every year about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.21The Pyramids were built more than four thousand years ago by the Egyptians. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the river Nile, outside of Cairo. They served as burial places for the Egyptian kings. After a king’s death, his body was turned into what is called a “mummy.” This preserved it. The King’s mummy was placed inside the pyramid, together with treasures and the King’s belongings.The Great Wall of China is the longest manmade structure ever built. It was built to protect one of the Chinese kingdoms. Much of what exists of the wall today was built during the Ming Dynasty in the late 1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back to around 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and a stone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wall stretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers22A: How did you get into modeling, Stacy?B: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.A: So, what did you do?B: I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.A: Wow, what a lucky break!A: So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated?B: Well, I majored in English literature in college.A: Uh-huh.B: So when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.A: Oh, really?B: Yeah. See, I've written a novel, and I've sent it to eight different publishers, but they all…uh…rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right here with me. A: Well, I'd love to read it, Richard, but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job or anything? B: Oh, yes. I'm in sales.A: Oh! Where?B: Actually, I'm a salesclerk in a hardware store. But when my novel sells, I know I'll be a best-selling author, and I'll make lots of money…23A: Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What've you been doing lately?B: Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.A: How come?B: I’m saving up money for a trip to Europe. A: Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to go to graduate school. I’m studying journalism.B: Really? How long have you been doing that? A: For two years. Luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.A: Hey, Bob, how’s it going?B: Pretty good, thanks.A: I haven’t seen you for a while. What've you been up to?B: Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy.I finally found one last month. I move in next week.A: Gee, that’s terrific.B: Yeah. I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what've you been doing lately? A: Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.范文范例学习参考。
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2015 ISHOW中级班文本(1）1.Ted：Oh，I'm really sorry. Are you OK?Ana：I'm fine. But I'm not very good at this.Ted: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America？Ana：Yes, I am originally. I was born in Argentina。
Ted：Did you grow up there？Ana: Yes, I did，but my family moved here eight years ago when I was in high school.Ted: And where did you learn to rollerblade?Ana: Here in the park. This is only my second time。
Ted：Well，it's my first time。
Can you give me some lessons?Ana: Sure. Just follow me。
Ted: By the way，my name is Ted.Ana: And I’m Ana. Nice to meet you.2.Ted: Hey，hey！That was fun. Thank you for the lesson!Ana：No problem. So，tell me a little about yourself. What do you do？Ted: I work in a travel agency。
Ana: Really! What do you do there?Ted：I'm in charge of their computers.Ana: Oh, so you’re a computer specialist。
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【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】2015 ISHOW中级班文本(1)1.Ted: Oh, I'm really sorry. Are you OK?Ana: I'm fine. But I'm not very good at this.Ted: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?Ana: Yes, I am originally. I was born in Argentina.Ted: Did you grow up there?Ana: Yes, I did, but my family moved here eight years ago when I was in high school.Ted: And where did you learn to rollerblade?Ana: Here in the park. This is only my second time.Ted: Well, it's my first time. Can you give me some lessons?Ana: Sure. Just follow me.Ted: By the way, my name is Ted.Ana: And I'm Ana. Nice to meet you.2.Ted: Hey, hey! That was fun. Thank you for the lesson!Ana: No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do? Ted: I work in a travel agency.Ana: Really! What do you do there?Ted: I'm in charge of their computers.Ana: Oh, so you're a computer specialist.Ted: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.Ana: That's great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I'm taking.Ted: Oh, sure...But only if you promise to give me some more rollerblading lessons.Ana: It's a deal!(2)1.Interviewer: Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?Yu Hong: I'm from China...from near Shanghai.Interviewer: And when did you move here?Yu Hong: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992. Interviewer: And what do you do now?Yu Hong: I'm a transportation engineer.Interviewer: I see. So you 're an immigrant to the United States.Yu Hong: Yes, that's right.Interviewer: What are some of difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?Yu Hong: Oh, that's not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that I don't have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that's not the same thing. In China, on the holidays or the weekend, we visit relatives. It isn't the same here.Interviewer: And what do you miss the most from home?Yu Hong: Oh, that's easy: my mom's soup! She makes great soup. I really miss my mother's cooking.(3)1.A: Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?B: Yeah! That’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks every summer.A: Wow, I bet that was fun!B: Yeah. We always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach. I have a great shell collection. In fact, I think it’s still up in the attic!A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out!2.A: You know what I remember most about growing up?B: What?A: Visiting my grandparent’s house…you know, on holidays and stuff. They lived way out in the country, and my granddad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse-and she loved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my grandparent’s house. And every time I came back, Blackie remembered me.B: Ah, memories!(4)1.A: Why is there never a bus when you want one?B: Good question. There aren’t enough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.B: Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.A: Yeah. There should be more public transportation in general.B: And fewer cars! There’s too much traffic.A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look. It’s full!A: Oh, no! Let’s go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I’m going to write.2.A: So you are really going to write a letter to the paper?B: Sure. I’m going to say something about the buses. They’re too old. We need more modern buses…nice air-conditioned ones.B: And they need to put more buses on the road.A: Right. And there are too many cars downtown, and there isn’t enough parking.B: That’s for sure. It’s impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five. B: Oh, you mean they shouldn’t allow any cars except taxis and buses during the regular workday. Hmm…that sounds like a really good idea.(5)1.A: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the bank is?B: There’s one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.A: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?B: It should be open now. It opens at 8:00A.M.A: Good. And can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city? B: You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.A: OK. And just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?B: Right behind you, ma’am. See that sign?A: Oh. Thanks a lot.2.A: Excuse me. It’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information-if you don’t mind.B: Not at all.A: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about forty dollars.A: Forty dollars? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fast-food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left. A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day.B: You, too.(6)1.Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore. For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they wantto drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield. Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one.There is also a high tax on cars, so it costs three or four times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent pubic transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there is also a very good taxi and bus system.(7)1.A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment. And the living room is huge.C: But the bedrooms are too small. And there isn’t enough closet space for my clothes.A: And it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.B: But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.A: Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.2.A: Well, how do you like this space, then?C: Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are too huge!B: Yes, they are nice and big.C: And there are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!B: Yes, I guess you could.C: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.A: Oh, I’m sure we can change the color if we want to.(8)1.A: Creative Rentals. Good morning.B: Hello. I’m calling about the apartment you have for rent.A: Yes. What can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.B: Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?A: Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space.It has three bedrooms and a very large living roomB: I see. And is it in a new building?A: Well, the building is about fifty years old.B: Uh-huh. Well, I’ll think about it.A: OK. Thanks for calling.B: Thank you. Bye2.A: Hello？B: Hello. Is the apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.B: I see. And is it far away from the subway?A: There’s a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it’s on a high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.B: It sounds like just the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it, please.A: Sure. Let me give you the address.（9）1.Yeah, I really need a change. I’ve been doing the same things for over five years now, and I’m just not learning anything new. It’s the same routine every day, and I am really sick of sitting in front of a computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.2.I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined a club. I’d probably get to meet people and make new friends.3.I should take a typing course this summer. I really need it for my school work. And people say that if you can type really well, it’s something you’ll find useful later in life.4.Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I’ve gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don’t lose weight now, I won’t be able to get into any of my summer clothes.（10）1.A: So where are you working now, Terry?B: Oh, I’m still at the bank. I don’t like it, though.A: That’s too bad. Why not?B: Well, it’s boring, and it doesn’t pay very well.A: I know what you mean. I don’t like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don’t want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twenty-six.2.A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?B: Oh, you didn’t know? She and I broke up a couple of months ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.A: I’m sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: I’m not sure, but I’d love something that would involve travel. And I’d really like to move to another city. I’m sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.（11）1.A: Hey, this sounds good —snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?B: No, I haven’tA: Oh, they’re delicious! I had them last time. Like to try some?B: No, thanks. They sound strange.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet?A: Yes. I’ll have the snails, please.C: And you, sir?B: I think I’ll have the fried brains.A: Fried brains? Now that really sound strange!2.A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress now!C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir…the fried brains.B: Thank you.A: Mmm, these snails are delicious! How are the brains?B: Well, I think they’re…yuck! Oh, sorry, I guess brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’m going to order something else, if you don’t mind.A: Oh, sure. Go ahead.B: Miss! Excuse me, miss!C: Yes?B: Uh, I really don’t care for this appetizer. Could you bring me something else?C: Yes, of course. What would you like instead?A: Try the snails.B: No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and bring me a nice, juicy hamburger…medium rare…with French fries and a large soda.3.Have you finished with thisA: Have you finished with this?B: No, I’m still drinking it. Thanks.4.A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that’s mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious!5.A: Don’t you like it?B: I haven’t tasted it yet. I’m waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.6.A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.7.A: How is it?B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.8.A: Your turn or mine?B: It’s my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember.（12）1.A: I’m so excited! We have two weeks off! What are you going to do? B: I’m not sure. I guess I’ll just stay home. Maybe I’ll catch up on my reading. What about you? Any plans?A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I’m going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don’t you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mean it? I’d love to!2.A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?B: Yeah. I’m going to work the first month and save some money. Then I’m going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She’s working in Guadalajara. She says it’s really interesting there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it’s like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I’m really looking forward to it.3.A: So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?B: Oh, I’m doing something really exotic this year. You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I’m going white-water rafting!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?B: Oh, well, you know, it’s in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it’ll be really exciting. Oh, I’m doing some rock climbing, too.A: And you call that a vacation?（14）1.A: Hi. I’m your new neighbor, George Rivera. I live next door.B: Oh, hi. I’m Stephanie Lee.A: So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?B: Not right now. But thanks.A: Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.B: Oh, I’m sorry! I didn’t realize that. I’ll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?A: Yeah. There’s a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It’s delicious!2.A: Hello. I’m sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.B: Really?A: Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?B: Yes, I do.A: Well, there’s a blue Honda parked in space 13 and that’s my space. B: Oh, I’m so sorry. My son must have put it in the wrong space. Ours is the one right next to yours-number 12. Let me get my keys, and I’ll go right down and move the car.A: Thanks.B: And I’ll make sure my son doesn’t do it again.A: I appreciate it.（14）1.A: Jason…Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.B: Oh, but this is my favorite program!A: I know. But it’s too loud.B: OK. I’ll turn it down.A: That’s better. Thanks.B: Lisa, please pick up your things.A: They’re all over the living room floor.B: In a minute, Mom. I’m on the phone.A: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up.B: Sure. No problem.A: Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?B: Definitely!2.A: Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He’s always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.B: And he can never find his glasses either.A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom?A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them.A: Yeah, I think she watches them for hours everyday.B: Oh, well. I guess they’re just getting old. I hope I never get like that. A: Me, too. Hey, let’s go and play a video game.B: Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?（15）1.A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It’s on October 31B: So what do you do on Halloween? We don’t have that holiday inA: Well, it’s a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people’s doors and ask for candy by saying words“Trick or treat!”B: Hmm. Sounds interesting.A: But it’s not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey…my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I’d love to.2.A: So are we going to wear costumes to the party?B: Of course. That’s half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I’m going as a clown.A: A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.B: Hey!A: Oh, I’m just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?B: Why don’t you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at the costume store.A: A witch…yeah, that’s a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.1.A: You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo? B: Yes, it is.A: Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?B: Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.A: Oh, I didn’t know that.2.A: Did you get married in a church, Mari?B: No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.A: Oh, a shrine…B: Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.A: Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?B: Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony…you know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters…A: And what about the reception? What was that like?B: Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception…about a hundred people. And the first thing happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.A: Speeches?B: Yes, and then after that, all the guests were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking, lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.A: Sounds like fun!B: Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during a wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding.A: A present from the bride and groom?B: Yes, it’s a Japanese custom.A: What a nice custom!(17)1.Tim：I don’t know what classes to take this semester. I can’t decide what I want to do with my life.Have you thought about it, Brenda?Brenda: yes, I have. I think I’d make a good journalist because I love writing.Tim: maybe I could be a teacher because I’m very creative. And I like working with kids.Brenda: oh, I wouldn’t want to be a teacher. I’m too impatient. Tim: I know one thing I could never do.Brenda: what’s that?Tim: I could never be a stockbroker because I’m not good at making decisions quickly.2.Brenda: my history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don’t think I’d make a good politician.Tim: why not, Brenda?Brenda: oh, you know me. I’m terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people—you know, like giving speeches or something. And politicians have to speak in publics all the time.Tim: that’s true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I’m having. Brenda: what is it?Tim: you know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.Brenda: and you don’t want to?Tim: no, not at all. I’d be a terrible manager. I’m much too disorganized.（18）1.A: We are now approaching the famous Statue of Liberty, which has welcomed visitors to New York Harbor since 1886.B: Wow! Look at it.A: Incredible, isn’t it?B: The statue was given to the United States by the people of France. It was designed by the French sculptor Bartholdi.A: It’s really huge. Do we get to go inside?B: Of course. We can climb the stairs all the way up to the crown.A: Stairs? There’s no elevator?B: Not to the top. But it’s just 142 steps!2.Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you’re wondering what the statue is made of, it has a framework inside that’s made of iron; the outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only 2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole thing together.The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every year about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.3.The Pyramids. Who built them? Why were they built?A: The Pyramids were built more than four thousand years ago by the Egyptians. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the river Nile, outside of Cairo. They served as burial places for the Egyptian kings. After a king’s mummy was placed inside the pyramid, together with treasures and the king’s belongings.(21) 1.How did you get into modeling, Stacy?A: How did you get into modeling, Stacy?B: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.A: So, what did you do?B: I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.A: Wow, what a lucky break!2.A: So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated?B: Well, I majored in English literature in college.A: Uh-huh.B: So when I graduated, tried to make my living as a writer.A: Oh, really?B: Yeah. See, I’ve written a novel and I’ve sent it to eight different publishers, but they all, uh, rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy?I have it right here with me.A: Well, I’d love to read it, Richard,…but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job or anything?B: Oh, yes. I’m in sales.A: Oh! Where?B: Actually, I’m a salesclerk in a hardware store. But when my novel sells,I know I’ll be a best-selling author and I’ll make lots of money.(19)1.A: Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What have you been doing lately?B: Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six monthsA: How come?B: I’m saving up money for a trip to Europe.A: Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to go to graduate school. I’m studying journalism.B: Really? How long have you been doing that?A: For two years. Luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.2.A: Hey, Bob, how’s it going?B: Pretty good, thanks.A: I haven’t seen you for a while. What have you been up to?B: Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I finally found one last month. I move in next week.A: Gee, that’s terrific.B: Yeah. I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what have you been doing lately?A: Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.B: Italy? Whereabouts in Italy?A: Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.B: I see. Did you have a good time?A: Yeah. It was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.B: You’re kidding! Well, that must have been some vacation!(20)1. A: Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.B: So why don't you quit?A: Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!B: A lot of people do, but...A: And if I gain weight, I won't be able to fit into any of clothes!B: Well, you can always go on a diet.A: Oh, no. I'm terrible at losing weight on diets. So if my clothes don't fit, I'll have to buy new ones. I'll have to get a part-time job, and...B: Listen, it is hard to quit, but it's not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it?2.A: Well, giving up smoking isn't really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can't be that difficult. You should try nicotine gum. You chew it just like regular chewing gum, and you don't feel like smoking. B: Well, I guess it's worth a try.3.A: James, please turn that down…James!B: Yes, Mom?4.A: Turn that down. It’s much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game. 5.A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There’s ice cream in one of the bags.B: I can’t right now, Dad. I’m doing my homework.6.A: What’s this, James!B: Yeah, Mom?A: Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry.B: Gosh, I’m really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them.7.A: Justin, come help me. We need to wash these dishes before your mother gets home.B: Oh, Dad. I’d like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It’s really important.8.A: Aimee, I think the dog is trying to tell you something!B: Well, I can’t possibly take him out right now. I’m doing my nails (21)1.A: [Music] Welcome to A Night at the Movies! I’m Pauline Kahn…B: And I’m Colin Hale. Good evening!A: Tonight we’re going to review the new James Bond film. Well, I really liked this new James Bond actor very, very much!B: Mm-hmm.A: He’s the best actor they’ve ever had in the role-warm, human, even funny. A totally believable character.B: I have to agree, a prefect double-oh-seven type. Pauline, what did you think of the story?A: It was a standard story for a Bond movie…uh, the usual beautiful women, the usual evil villain-nothing new.B: Well, I’m surprised. I have to say that I thought the story was unusually good. The race car scenes were exciting, and the surprise ending was great.A: Well, I can’t agree with you there!B: Well, what did you think about the photography?A: I was not very impressed at all by the photography. Everything looked fake, not real. I can’t believe it was actually filmed in Africa where the story took place.B: I can’t believe you! I haven’t seen such good photography in a long time, especially in the action scenes.A: Now that brings up another weakness in the film: the special effects. Again, it’s just the same old stuff…the car that flies, the pen that’s really a gun. You get tired of that kind of thing.B: I’d hardly think you and I saw the same movie, Pauline. I have to say that the special effects were the best ever in a Bond film. For example, the scene whereA: Excuse me, Colin. We’re going to have to break for a commercial. B: You’re right, Pauline. We’ll be right back with our ratings. [Music](22)1.A: Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with a phone call.B: You’re kidding! If I found $750,000, I wouldn’t return it so fast. A: Why? What would you do?B: Well, I’d go straight to Los Vegas and try my luck in the casinos. I could double the money in a day and keep $750,000 for myself.A: You might also lose it all in a day. And then you could go to jail.B: Hmm. You’ve got a point there.2.A: So, what would you do if you found a lot of money?B: Oh, you know me, Kate. I’m so honest, I scare myself sometimes. I’d take the money straight to the police.A: I guess that wouldn’t be such a bad idea. Maybe you’d be luckier than the guy in the article. Maybe the owner of the money would give you a big reward.B: Well, they say honesty pays. Right?3.The Great Wall of China. Why was it built? How long is it?The Great Wall of China is the longest manmade structure ever built. It was built to protect one of the Chinese kingdoms. Much of what exists of the wall today was built during the Ming Dynasty in the late 1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back to around 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and a stone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wall stretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers.（23）1.A: Hey, Mom. I want to backpack around Europe this summer. What do you think?B: Backpack around Europe? That sounds dangerous! You shouldn’t go by yourself. You ought to go with someone.A: Yes, I’ve thought of that.B: And you’d better talk to your father first.A: I already did. He thinks it’s a great idea. He wants to come with me!2.A: What should people do to make their visit to New York City safe and pleasant?B: I think the biggest mistake many people make is trying to do too much in a short time. There’s so much to see and do that you need to have a plan. It’s best to start planning before you get here, so you have information about hotels, restaurants, sightseeing, and so on. Visitors can use our Web site to get the information they need to start planning before they come here; or they can phone or fax us.3. What are your plans for the summerA: What are your plans for the summer, Paul?B: Oh, I’d love to go and lie on a beach somewhere, but I need to save some money for school. I think I’ll stay home and get a job.A: That doesn’t sound like much fun.B: Oh, it won’t be too bad. Some of my friends are going to work this summer, too, so we’ll do some partying on the weekends.24.。
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1A: Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?B: I’m fine, but I’m not very good at this.A: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America? B: Yes I’m originally. I was born in Argentina.A: Did you grow up there?B: Yes, I did. But my family moved here 8 years ago when I was in high school.A: And where did you learn the roller blade?B: Here in the park. This is only my second time.A: Well it’s my first time. Can you give me some lessons?B: Sure, just follow me.A: By the way, my name is Ted.B: And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.A: Heh hey, that was fun. Thanks for the lesson.B: No problem, so, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?A: I work in a travel agency.B: Really? What do you do there?A: I’m in charge of their computers.B: Oh, so you’re a computer specialist!A: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.B: That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with the computer course I’m taking.A: Oh, sure, but only if you promise to give me some more roller blading lessons.B: It’s a deal.2A: Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?B: I’m from China, from near Shanghai.A: And when did you move here?B: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.A: And what do you do now?B: I’m a transportation engineer.A: I see, so you’re an immigrant to the United States. B: Yes, that’s right.A: What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the US?B: O h, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that, I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’s not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, they visit relatives. It isn’t the same here.A: And what do you miss the most from home?B: Oh, that’s easy, my mom’s soup! She makes great soup. I really miss my mother’s cooking.3A: Hey, are these pictures of you when you were a kid? B: Yeah, that’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.A: Wow, I bet that was fun.B: Yeah, we always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach. I had a great shell collection. In fact, I think it still up in the attic.A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out.A: You know what I remember most about growing up? B: What?A: V isiting my Grandparents’ house. You know, on holidays and stuff, they lived way out in the country and my Grandad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse, and she loves me, too. I used to really enjoy spending time at my Grandparents’ house. And every time i came back, Blackie remembered me.B: Err, memories.4A: Why is there never a bus when you want one?B: Good question, there aren’t enough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper. B: Good idea, you should say that we need more subway lines, too.A: Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.B: And fewer cars, there's too much traffic.A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look, it's full.A: Oh, no. Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I'm going to write.B: So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?A: Sure, I'm going to say something about the buses. They're too old. We need more modern buses, nice, air condition ones.B: And, they need to put more buses on the road.A: Right, there are too many cars downtown, and there isn't enough parking.B: That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtown资料between 9 and 5.B: Oh, you mean they shouldn't allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular work days？Em, that sounds like a really good idea.5Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore.For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the downtown business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield.Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificate is limited. Not everyone can get one. There's also a high tax on cars. So it costs about 3 or 4 times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there's also a very good taxi and bus system.6A: Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is? B: There’s one upstairs, across from the duty free shop. A: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?B: It should be open now, it opens at eight a.m.A: Good, and can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?B: You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.A: OK, and just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?B: Right behind you, Ma-am. See that sign?A: Oh, thanks a lot.A: Excuse me, it’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information if you don’t mind.B: Not at all.A: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: It depends on the traffic of course. But it usually costs about 40 dollars.A: 40 Dollars? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport, maybe a fast food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left. A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day!B: You too.7A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment, and the living room is huge.C: But the bedrooms are too small, and there isn’t enough closet space for my cloths.A: And, it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw. B: But that apartment was dark and dingy, and it was in a dangerous neighborhood.A: Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.A: Well, how do you like this place, then?C: Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge.B: Yes, they are nice and big.C: And there two bathrooms, I could have my own bathroom.B: Yes, I guess you could.C: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.A: I’m sure we can change the color if we want to.A: Creative Rentals, good morning.B: Hello, I’m calling about the apartment you have for rent.A: Yes, what can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.B: Oh, near the freeway…Can you hear the traffic? A: Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room.B: I see. And is it in a new building?A: Well, the building is about 50 years old.B: Uh-huh. W ell, I’ll think about it.A: OK, thanks for calling.B: Thank you, bye!8A: Hello.B: Hello, is the apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.B: And is it far away from subway?资料A: There’s a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it’s on the high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.B: It sounds like just the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it please.A: Sure, let me give you the address.A: Town and City Rentals, how can I help you?B: Hi, u m, is that apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Oh, good. U m, listen, I, I can’t pay too much. So the low price you’re asking is…is really good for me.A: Great.B: And how big is it?A: It’s two rooms plus the kitchen and bathroom.B: Well is it the safe place to live?A: Well, I can tell you I’ve lived here for five years and I never heard about anybody having a problem.B: Oh, that’s good. Let see, oh yea h. Does the apartment have a lot of windows?A: Windows? Yeah, there are a plenty of windows. But unfortunately, there isn’t much light really. See, there’s another building right next to ours.B: Oh, that’s OK, I never around in the day anyway. Do you thi nk it’s alright if I come and look at it?A: Anytime. When do you wanna see it?9A: So where are you working now, Terry?B: Oh, I'm still at the bank. I don't like it, though.A: That's too bad. Why not?B: Well, it's boring, and it doesn't pay very well.A: I know what you mean. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don't want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twenty-six.A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry? B: Oh, you didn't know. She and I broke up a couple of months ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.A: I'm sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: I'm not sure, but I'd really like to move to another city. I'm sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.10A: Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking. B: So why don't you quit?A: Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!B: A lot of people do, but...A: And if I gain weight, I won't be able to fit into any of clothes!B: Well, you can always go on a diet.A: Oh, no. I'm terrible at losing weight on diets. So if my clothes don't fit, I'll have to buy new ones. I'll have to get a part-time job, and...B: Listen, it is hard to quit, but it's not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it?A: Well, giving up smoking isn't really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can't be that difficult. You should try nicotine gum. You chew it just like regular chewing gum, and you don't feel like smoking. B: Well, I guess it's worth a try.Yeah, I really need a change. I've been doing the same things for over five years now, and I'm just not learning anything new. It's the same routine every day, and I am really sick of sitting in front of a computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined a club. I'd probably get to meet people and make new friends.Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose weight now, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes.11A: Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic. Have you ever eaten snails?B: No, I haven’t.A: Oh, they are delicious. I had them last time, like to try some?B: No, thanks. They sound strange.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet?A: Yes. I’ll have the snails, please.资料C: And you, sir?B: I think I’ll hav e the Fried Brains.A: Fried Brains? Now that really sounds strange.A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress, now.C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir, the Fried Brains.B: Thanks.A: Hmm…The snails are delicious. How are the Brains?B: Well, I think they’re…Yuck! Oh, sorry. I guess Brains are pretty strange after all. U m, I think I’m going to order something else if you don’t mind.A: Oh, sure. Go ahead.B: Miss? Excuse me, miss!C: Yes?B:Um, I really don’t care for t his appetizer. Could you bring me something else?C: Yes, of course. What would you like instead?A: Try the snails.B: No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and, bring me a nice, juicy hamburger, medium rare with French fries and a large soda.A: Have you finished with this?B: No, I'm still drinking it. Thanks.A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that's mine. Hmm, it looks great and smells delicious!A: Don't you like it?B: I haven't tasted it yet. I'm waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.A: How is it?B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.A: Your turn or mine?B: It's my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember.12A: I'm so excited! We have two weeks off! What are you going to do?B: I'm not sure. I guess I'll just stay home. Maybe I'll catch up on my reading. What about you? Any plans? A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mean it? I'd love to!A: So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?B: Oh, I'm doing something really exotic this year. You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I'm going white-water rafting!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?B: Oh, well, you know, it's in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it'll be really exciting. Oh, I'm doing some rock climbing, too.A: And you call that a vacation?A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?B: Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some money. Then I'm going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She's working in Guadalajara. She says it's really interesting there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I'm really looking forward to it.13A: What should people do to make their visit to New York City safe and pleasant?B: I think the biggest mistake many people make is trying to do too much in a short time. There are so much to see and do that you need to have a plan. It’s best to start planning before you get here. So you have information about hotels, restaurants, sightseeing and so on. Visitors can use our website to get the information they need to start planning before they come here, or they can phone or fax us.A: How safe is New York City for tourists?B: New York is a much safer place than many people think. In fact, it’s the safest it’s been in thirty years.A: Oh, that’s good to here.B: Yes, but that doesn’t mean people don’t have be careful. Tourist in New York ought to be careful just like in any big city in the world. For students, I would say travel in groups. If you get lost, it’s easier as a group to find your way. You really shouldn’t go off by资料your own if you can find someone to go with you. Another thing to remember is, don’t be afraid to ask for directions, even if your English isn’t perfect. People often stop me on the street to ask for directions. And that’s not only foreign visitors. American visitors also have trouble finding their way around. And you’ll find New Yorkers are really very friendly.A: Yes, I agree. We are.B: Uh-huh14A: Jason? Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.B: Oh, but this is my favorite program!A: I know. But it's too loud.B: OK. I'll turn it down.A: That's better. Thanks.C: Lisa, please pick up your things. They're all over the living room floor.D: In a minute, Mom. I'm on the phone.C: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up.D: Sure. No problem.C: Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids? A: Definitely!A: Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He's always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.B: And he can never find his glasses either.A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom?A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them.A: Yeah, I think she watches them for hours every day. B: Oh, well. I guess they're just getting old. I hope I never get like that.A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and play a video game.B: Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?A: James, please turn that down? James!B: Yes, Mom?A: Turn that down. It's much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game.A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream in one of the bags.B: I can't right now, Dad. I'm doing my homework. A: What's this, James! B: Yeah, Mom?A: Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry. B: Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them. A: Justin, come help me. We need to wash these dishes before your mother gets home.B: Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It's really important.15A：Hi, I'm your new neighbor. George Rivera. I live next door.B：Oh, hi, I'm Stephanie Lee.A：So you just moved in? Do you need anything?B：Not right now. But thanks.A：Well let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.B：Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize that. I'll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?A：Yeah, there's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It's delicious.A：Hello, I'm sorry to bother you. But I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.B：Really?A：Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?B：Yes, I do.A：Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13, and that’s my space.B：Oh, I'm so sorry. My son must've put it in a wrong space. Ours is the one right next yours, number 12. Let me get my keys and I'll go right down and move the car.A: Thanks.B：And I'll make sure my son doesn't do it again.A：I'll appreciate it.B：Gee! Bob, you are really late! You said you'll be here at six and look at the time. It's almost six thirty. A：I'm really sorry. Tell you what! I'll pay for dinner. B：Ah, it's alright. You don't have to do that.A：No, I wanna pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.B：Well, hey, ok, if you insist.A：Thanks.16资料A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31.B: So what do you do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.A: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying words “Trick or treat!”B: Hmm. sounds interesting.A: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey, my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I'd love to.A: So are we going to wear costumes to the party?B: Of course. That's half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I'm going as a clown.A: A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.B: Hey!A: Oh, I'm just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?B: Why don't you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at the costume store.A: A witch? Yeah, that's a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.17A: You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?B: Yes, it is.A: Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?B: Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.A: Oh, I didn't know that.A: Did you get married in a church, Mari?B: No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.A: Oh, a shrine?B: Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.A: Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?B: Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony. you know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters.A: And what about the reception? What was that like? B: Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception, about a hundred people. And the first thing happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.A: Speeches? B: Yes, and then after that, all the guests were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking, lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.A: Sounds like fun!B: Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during a wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding.A: A present from the bride and groom?B: Yes, it's a Japanese custom.A: What a nice custom!18A: So what kind of job are you looking for?B: Well, I haven't made up my mind. I love working with people, and I love traveling. I don't want a job where I'm stuck in an office all day. I want to get out and see the world.A: Are you interested in working in business? That's where you can sometimes make good money.B: I'm not really interested in making a lot of money at this point in my life. I'll worry about that laterA: What kind of career are you planning for yourself? B: I don't know. I think I'd like to have a job where I can help people. Everybody else in my family is in law or business-you know, boring stuff like that. That's just not for me. I know I'd like to work overseas, though, maybe in a children's hospital in a developing country. But that's a long way away. I have to get into medical school first, and that's not going to be easy!A: What kind of job do I have in kind? Well, I don't want a regular nine-to–five job. Eventually, I'd like to get into acting-maybe even break into movies. But I guess that won't happen for a while.B: So what are you doing in the meantime?A: Well, I work out at the gym nearly every day. I need to be really fit. And I'm taking acting lessons as well so that I feel comfortable in front of the crowd. I just had some pictures taken to show to agents in the city. Would you like to see them?B: Sure.19A: I don't know what classes to take this semester. I can't decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda?B: Yes, I have. I think I'd make a good journalist because I love writing.资料A: Maybe I could be a teacher, because I'm verycreative. And I like working with kids.B: Oh, I wouldn't want to be a teacher. I'm too impatient.A: I know one thing I could never do.B: What's that?A: I could never be a stockbroker, because I'm not good at making decisions quickly.B: My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don't think I'd make a good politician.A: Why not, Brenda?B: Oh, you know me. I'm terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people, you know, like giving speeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.A: That's true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I'm having.B: What is it?A: You know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.B: And you don't want to?A: No, not at all. I'd be a terrible manager. I'm much too disorganized.20Guide: We are now approaching the famous Statue of Liberty, which has welcomed visitors to New York Har bor since 1886.A: Wow! Look at it.B: Incredible, isn't it?Guide: The statue was given to the United States by the people of France. It was designed by the French sculpt or Bartholdi.A: It’s really huge. Do we get to go inside?B: Of course. We can climb the stairs all the way up to the crown.A: Stairs? There's no elevator?B: Not to the top. But it's just 142 steps!Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you wondering what the statue is made of, it has a framework inside that's made of iron; the outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only 2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole things together. The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every year about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.21The Pyramids were built more than four thousand years ago by the Egyptians. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the river Nile, outside of Cairo. They served as burial places for the Egyptian kings. After a king’s death, his body was turned into what is called a “mummy.” This preserved it. The King’s mummy was placed inside the pyramid, together with treasures and the King’s belongings.The Great Wall of China is the longest manmade structure ever built. It was built to protect one of the Chinese kingdoms. Much of what exists of the wall today was built during the Ming Dynasty in the late 1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back to around 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and a stone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wall stretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers22A: How did you get into modeling, Stacy?B: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.A: So, what did you do?B: I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.A: Wow, what a lucky break!A: So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated? B: Well, I majored in English literature in college.A: Uh-huh.B: So when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.A: Oh, really?B: Yeah. See, I've written a novel, and I've sent it to eight different publishers, but they all…uh…rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right here with me.A: Well, I'd love to read it, Richard, but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job or anything?B: Oh, yes. I'm in sales.A: Oh! Where?B: Actually, I'm a salesclerk in a hardware store. But when my novel sells, I know I'll be a best-selling author, and I'll make lots of money…资料23A: Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What've you been doing lately?B: Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.A: How come?B: I’m saving up money for a trip to Europe.A: Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to go to graduate school. I’m studying journalism.B: Really? How long have you been doing that?A: For two years. Luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.A: Hey, Bob, how’s it going?B: Pretty good, thanks.A: I haven’t seen you for a while. What've you been up to?B: Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I fina lly found one last month. I move in next week.A: Gee, that’s terrific.B: Yeah. I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what've you been doing lately?A: Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.B: Italy? Whereabouts in Italy?A: Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.B: I see. Did you have a good time?A: Yeah. It was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.B: You’re kidding! Well, that must've been some vacation!24A: Do you wanna see a movie tonight?B: Hmm. Maybe. What's playing?A: How about the new Steven Spielberg film? I hear it's really exciting.B: Who's Steven Spielberg?A: You know. He directed Jaws, E. T., and Jurassic Park.B: Oh, Jurassic Park was boring. The book by Michael Crichton was fascinating, but the movie was terrible! A: Well, I'm interested in that new Johnny Depp movie. It's a romance. It's been playing for about a month.B: Now that sounds good. I've never seen him in a romance, and I think he's a wonderful actor!A: What did you think of that documentary about Australia?B: Oh, I learned so much! I didn't know they had so many different kinds of animals there. And the photography!A: Yeah, it was something, wasn't it?B: Uh-huh, it was pretty amazing. It made me wanna go there and see it for myself sometime.A: What did you think of the new Stephen King book? B: Oh, I couldn't stop reading it once I got started. I stayed up till four o'clock in the morning to finish it! A: And wasn't the ending great?B: Yeah, it really was! Such a surprise! And the whole story moved along so fast, too!A: How did you like the movie?B: Well, I walked out after half an hour.A: You did?B: Yeah, it was so dull that I started falling asleep! And I've never seen such bad acting from Jim Carrey!A: Oh, really? He's usually pretty good.B: Well, not in that movie. I wish he'd choose better roles.25A: Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with a phone call.B: You're kidding! If I found $750,000, I wouldn't return it so fast.A: Why? What would you do?B: Well, I'd go straight to Los Vegas and try my luck in the casinos. I could double the money in a day and keep $750,000 for myself.A: You might also lose it all in a day. And then you could go to jail.B: Hmm. You've got a point there.A: So, what would you do if you found a lot of money? B: Oh, you know me, Kate. I'm so honest, I scare myself sometimes. I'd take the money straight to the police.A: I guess that wouldn't be such a bad idea. Maybe you'd be luckier than the guy in the article. Maybe the owner of the money would give you a big reward.B: Well, they say honesty pays, right?26A: This is Dr. Hilda. Welcome to today's show. Now let's get started right away with our first caller. Hello! B: Hello, Dr. Hilda. I'm calling about my daughter. She's…she's dating an older man.A: Oh. Now how old are these two people?资料。
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【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】1A: Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?B: I’m fine, but I’m not very good at this. A: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?B: Yes I’m originally. I was born in Argentina.A: Did you grow up there?B: Yes, I did. But my family moved here 8 years ago when I was in high school.A: And where did you learn the roller blade? B: Here in the park. This is only my second time.A: Well it’s my first time. Can you give me some lessons?B: Sure, just follow me.A: By the way, my name is Ted.B: And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.A: Heh hey, that was fun. Thanks for the lesson.B: No problem, so, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?A: I work in a travel agency.B: Really? What do you do there?A: I’m in charge of their computers.B: Oh, so you’re a computer specialist!A: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.B: That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with the computer course I’m taking.A: Oh, sure, but only if you promise to give me some more roller blading lessons.B: It’s a deal.2A: Where are you from originally, Yu Hong? B: I’m from China, from near Shanghai. A: And when did you move here?B: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.A: And what do you do now?B: I’m a transportation engineer.A: I see, so you’re an immigrant to the United States.B: Yes, that’s right.A: What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the US?B: Oh, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things really. I guess one of the biggest diffic ulties is that, I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’s not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, they visit relatives. It isn’t the same here.A: And what do you miss the most from home?B: Oh, that’s easy, my mom’s soup! She makes great soup. I really miss my mother’s cooking.3A: Hey, are these pictures of you when you were a kid?B: Yeah, that’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.A: Wow, I bet that was fun.B: Yeah, we always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach. I had a great shell collection. In【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】fact, I think it still up in the attic.A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out. A: You know what I remember most about growing up?B: What?A: V isiting my Grandparents’ house. You know, on holidays and stuff, they lived way out in the country and my Grandad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse, and she loves me, too. I used to really enjoy spending time at my Grandparents’ house. And every time i came back, Blackie remembered me.B: Err, memories.4A: Why is there never a bus when you want one?B: Good question, there aren’t enough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.B: Good idea, you should say that we need more subway lines, too.A: Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.B: And fewer cars, there's too much traffic. A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look, it's full.A: Oh, no. Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I'm going to write.B: So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?A: Sure, I'm going to say something about the buses. They're too old. We need more modern buses, nice, air condition ones.B: And, they need to put more buses on the road.A: Right, there are too many cars downtown, and there isn't enough parking.B: That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtown between 9 and 5.B: Oh, you mean they shouldn't allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular work days？Em, that sounds like a really good idea.5Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore.For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the downtown business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield.Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificate is limited. Not everyone can get one. There's also a high tax on cars. So it costs about 3 or 4 times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】best in the world. And there's also a very good taxi and bus system.6A: Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is?B: There’s one upstairs, across from the duty free shop.A: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?B: It should be open now, it opens at eight a.m.A: Good, and can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?B: You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.A: OK, and just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?B: Right behind you, Ma-am. See that sign? A: Oh, thanks a lot.A: Excuse me, it’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information if you don’t mind.B: Not at all.A: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: It depends on the traffic of course. But it usually costs about 40 dollars.A: 40 Dollars? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport, maybe a fast food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day! B: You too.7A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment, and the living room is huge. C: But the bedrooms are too small, and there isn’t enough closet space for my cloths. A: And, it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.B: But that apartment was dark and dingy, and it was in a dangerous neighborhood. A: Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.A: Well, how do you like this place, then? C: Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge.B: Yes, they are nice and big.C: And there two bathrooms, I could have my own bathroom.B: Yes, I guess you could.C: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.A: I’m sure we can change the color if we want to.A: Creative Rentals, good morning.B: Hello, I’m calling about the apartment you have for rent.A: Yes, what can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It’s on King Street, just off the freeway. B: Oh, near the freeway…Can you hear the【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】traffic?A: Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room.B: I see. And is it in a new building?A: Well, the building is about 50 years old. B: Uh-huh. W ell, I’ll think about it.A: OK, thanks for calling.B: Thank you, bye!8A: Hello.B: Hello, is the apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.B: And is it far away from subway?A: There’s a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it’s on the high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise. B: It sounds like just the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it please. A: Sure, let me give you the address.A: Town and City Rentals, how can I help you?B: Hi, u m, is that apartment you’re advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Oh, good. U m, listen, I, I can’t pay too much. So the low price you’re asking is…is really good for me.A: Great.B: And how big is it?A: It’s two rooms plus the kitchen and bathroom.B: Well is it the safe place to live?A: Well, I can tell you I’ve lived here for five years and I never heard about anybody having a problem.B: Oh, that’s good. Let see, oh yeah. Does the apartment have a lot of windows?A: Windows? Yeah, there are a plenty of windows. But unfortunately, there isn’t much light really. See, there’s another building right next to ours.B: Oh, that’s OK, I never around in the day anyway. Do you think it’s alright if I come and look at it?A: Anytime. When do you wanna see it?9A: So where are you working now, Terry? B: Oh, I'm still at the bank. I don't like it, though.A: That's too bad. Why not?B: Well, it's boring, and it doesn't pay very well.A: I know what you mean. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don't want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twenty-six.【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?B: Oh, you didn't know. She and I broke up a couple of months ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.A: I'm sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: I'm not sure, but I'd really like to move to another city. I'm sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.10A: Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.B: So why don't you quit?A: Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!B: A lot of people do, but...A: And if I gain weight, I won't be able to fit into any of clothes!B: Well, you can always go on a diet.A: Oh, no. I'm terrible at losing weight on diets. So if my clothes don't fit, I'll have to buy new ones. I'll have to get a part-time job, and...B: Listen, it is hard to quit, but it's not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it? A: Well, giving up smoking isn't really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can't be that difficult. You should try nicotine gum. You chew it just like regular chewing gum, and you don't feel like smoking. B: Well, I guess it's worth a try.Yeah, I really need a change. I've been doing the same things for over five years now, and I'm just not learning anything new. It's the same routine every day, and I am really sick of sitting in front of a computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined a club. I'd probably get to meet people and make new friends.Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose weight now, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes.11A: Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic. Have you ever eaten snails?B: No, I haven’t.A: Oh, they are delicious. I had them last time, like to try some?B: No, thanks. They sound strange.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet? A: Yes. I’ll have the snails, please.C: And you, sir?B: I think I’ll have the Fried Brains.A: Fried Brains? Now that really sounds【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】strange.A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress, now. C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir, the Fried Brains.B: Thanks.A: Hmm… The snails are delicious. How are the Brains?B: Well, I think they’re…Yuck! Oh, sorry. I guess Brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’m going to order s omething else if you don’t mind.A: Oh, sure. Go ahead.B: Miss? Excuse me, miss!C: Yes?B: Um, I really don’t care for t his appetizer. Could you bring me something else?C: Yes, of course. What would you like instead?A: Try the snails.B: No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and, bring me a nice, juicy hamburger, medium rare with French fries and a large soda.A: Have you finished with this?B: No, I'm still drinking it. Thanks.A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that's mine. Hmm, it looks great and smells delicious!A: Don't you like it?B: I haven't tasted it yet. I'm waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork. A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.A: How is it?B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.A: Your turn or mine?B: It's my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember.12A: I'm so excited! We have two weeks off! What are you going to do?B: I'm not sure. I guess I'll just stay home. Maybe I'll catch up on my reading. What about you? Any plans?A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mean it? I'd love to!A: So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?B: Oh, I'm doing something really exotic this year. You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I'm going white-water rafting!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?B: Oh, well, you know, it's in Colorado. They【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it'll be really exciting. Oh, I'm doing some rock climbing, too.A: And you call that a vacation?A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?B: Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some money. Then I'm going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She's working in Guadalajara. She says it's really interesting there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I'm really looking forward to it.13A: What should people do to make their visit to New York City safe and pleasant?B: I think the biggest mistake many people make is trying to do too much in a short time. There are so much to see and do that you need to have a plan. It’s best to start planning before you get here. So you have information about hotels, restaurants, sightseeing and so on. Visitors can use our website to get the information they need to start planning before they come here, or they can phone or fax us.A: How safe is New York City for tourists? B: New York is a much safer place than many people thi nk. In fact, it’s the safest it’s been in thirty years.A: Oh, that’s good to here.B: Yes, but that doesn’t mean people don’t have be careful. Tourist in New York ought to be careful just like in any big city in the world. For students, I would say travel in groups. If you get lost, it’s easier as a group to find your way. You really shouldn’t go off by your own if you can find someone to go with you. Another thing to remember is, don’t be afraid to ask for directions, even if your English isn’t perfect. People often stop me on the street to ask for directions. And that’s not only foreign visitors. American visitors also have trouble finding their way around. And you’ll find New Yorkers are really very friendly.A: Yes, I agree. We are.B: Uh-huh14A: Jason? Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.B: Oh, but this is my favorite program!A: I know. But it's too loud.B: OK. I'll turn it down.A: That's better. Thanks.C: Lisa, please pick up your things. They're all over the living room floor.D: In a minute, Mom. I'm on the phone. C: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up. D: Sure. No problem.C: Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?A: Definitely!A: Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He's always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】B: And he can never find his glasses either. A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom?A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them.A: Yeah, I think she watches them for hours every day.B: Oh, well. I guess they're just getting old. I hope I never get like that.A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and play a video game.B: Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?A: James, please turn that down? James!B: Yes, Mom?A: Turn that down. It's much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game.A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream in one of the bags.B: I can't right now, Dad. I'm doing my homework.A: What's this, James!B: Yeah, Mom?A: Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry.B: Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them.A: Justin, come help me. We need to wash these dishes before your mother gets home. B: Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It's really important.15A：Hi, I'm your new neighbor. George Rivera.I live next door.B：Oh, hi, I'm Stephanie Lee.A：So you just moved in? Do you need anything?B：Not right now. But thanks.A：Well let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.B：Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize that. I'll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?A：Yeah, there's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It's delicious.A：Hello, I'm sorry to bother you. But I think your car is parked in my space downstairs. B：Really?A：Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?B：Yes, I do.A：Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13, and that’s my space.B：Oh, I'm so sorry. My son must've put it in a wrong space. Ours is the one right next yours, number 12. Let me get my keys and I'll go right down and move the car.A: Thanks.B：And I'll make sure my son doesn't do it【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】again.A：I'll appreciate it.B：Gee! Bob, you are really late! You said you'll be here at six and look at the time. It's almost six thirty.A：I'm really sorry. Tell you what! I'll pay for dinner.B：Ah, it's alright. You don't have to do that. A：No, I wanna pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.B：Well, hey, ok, if you insist.A：Thanks.16A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31.B: So what do you do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.A: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying words “Trick or treat!”B: Hmm. sounds interesting.A: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey, my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I'd love to.A: So are we going to wear costumes to the party?B: Of course. That's half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I'm going as a clown.A: A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown. B: Hey!A: Oh, I'm just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?B: Why don't you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at the costume store.A: A witch? Yeah, that's a good idea. So afterI scare people, you can make them laugh.17A: You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?B: Yes, it is.A: Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?B: Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.A: Oh, I didn't know that.A: Did you get married in a church, Mari? B: No, the ceremony was held at a shrine. A: Oh, a shrine?B: Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.A: Hmm. And who went to the ceremony? B: Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony. you know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters.A: And what about the reception? What was that like?B: Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception, about a hundred people. And the first thing happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.A: Speeches?【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】B: Yes, and then after that, all the guests were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking, lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.A: Sounds like fun!B: Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during a wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding.A: A present from the bride and groom?B: Yes, it's a Japanese custom.A: What a nice custom!18A: So what kind of job are you looking for? B: Well, I haven't made up my mind. I love working with people, and I love traveling. I don't want a job where I'm stuck in an office all day. I want to get out and see the world. A: Are you interested in working in business? That's where you can sometimes make good money.B: I'm not really interested in making a lot of money at this point in my life. I'll worry about that laterA: What kind of career are you planning for yourself?B: I don't know. I think I'd like to have a job where I can help people. Everybody else in my family is in law or business-you know, boring stuff like that. That's just not for me. I know I'd like to work overseas, though, maybe in a children's hospital in a developing country. But that's a long way away. I have to get into medical school first, and that's not going to be easy!A: What kind of job do I have in kind? Well, I don't want a regular nine-to–five job. Eventually, I'd like to get into acting-maybe even break into movies. But I guess that won't happen for a while.B: So what are you doing in the meantime? A: Well, I work out at the gym nearly every day. I need to be really fit. And I'm taking acting lessons as well so that I feel comfortable in front of the crowd. I just had some pictures taken to show to agents in the city. Would you like to see them?B: Sure.19A: I don't know what classes to take this semester. I can't decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda?B: Yes, I have. I think I'd make a good journalist because I love writing.A: Maybe I could be a teacher, because I'm very creative. And I like working with kids. B: Oh, I wouldn't want to be a teacher. I'm too impatient.A: I know one thing I could never do.B: What's that?A: I could never be a stockbroker, because I'm not good at making decisions quickly. B: My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don't think I'd【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】make a good politician.A: Why not, Brenda?B: Oh, you know me. I'm terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people, you know, like giving speeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.A: That's true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I'm having.B: What is it?A: You know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.B: And you don't want to?A: No, not at all. I'd be a terrible manager. I'm much too disorganized.20Guide: We are now approaching the famous S tatue ofLiberty, which has welcomed visitors to New York Harbor since 1886.A: Wow! Look at it.B: Incredible, isn't it?Guide: The statue was given to the United Sta tes by the people of France. It was designed b y the French sculptor Bartholdi.A: It’s really huge. Do we get to go inside? B: Of course. We can climb the stairs all the way up to the crown.A: Stairs? There's no elevator?B: Not to the top. But it's just 142 steps!Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you wondering what the statue is made of, it has a framework inside that's made of iron; the outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only 2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole things together. The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every year about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.21The Pyramids were built more than four thousand years ago by the Egyptians. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the river Nile, outside of Cairo. They served as burial places for the Egyptian kings. After a king’s death, his body was turned into what is called a “mummy.” This preserved it. The King’s mummy was placed inside the pyramid, together with treasures and the King’s belongings.The Great Wall of China is the longest manmade structure ever built. It was built to protect one of the Chinese kingdoms. Much of what exists of the wall today was built during the Ming Dynasty in the late 1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back to around 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and a stone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wall stretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers22A: How did you get into modeling, Stacy? B: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.A: So, what did you do?B: I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time. A: Wow, what a lucky break!A: So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated?B: Well, I majored in English literature in college.A: Uh-huh.B: So when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.A: Oh, really?B: Yeah. See, I've written a novel, and I've sent it to eight different publishers, but they all…uh…rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right here with me. A: Well, I'd love to read it, Richard, but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job or anything?B: Oh, yes. I'm in sales.A: Oh! Where?B: Actually, I'm a salesclerk in a hardware store. But when my novel sells, I know I'll be a best-selling author, and I'll make lots of money…23A: Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What've you been doing lately?B: Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.A: How come?B: I’m saving up money for a trip to Europe.A: Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to go to graduate school. I’m studying journalism.B: Really? How long have you been doing that?A: For two years. Luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.A: Hey, Bob, how’s it going?B: Pretty good, thanks.A: I haven’t seen you for a while. What've you been up to?B: Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I finally found one last month. I move in next week.A: Gee, that’s terrific.B: Yeah. I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what've you been doing lately? A: Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.B: Italy? Whereabouts in Italy?A: Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.B: I see. Did you have a good time?A: Yeah. It was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.B: You’re kidding! Well, that must've been some vacation!24A: Do you wanna see a movie tonight?B: Hmm. Maybe. What's playing?【最新整理，下载后即可编辑】。
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I-show 中级班文本Intermediate 1-1M:Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?W:I’m fine, but I’M not very good at this.M:Neither am I, say are you from south America? Did you grow up there?W:Yes, I did, but my family moved here 8years ago when I was in high school.M:And where did you learn the rollerblade?W:Here in the park, this is only my second time.M:Well, it’s my first time, can you give me some lessons?W:Sure, just follow me.M:By the way, my name is Ted.W:And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.Intermediate 1-2M:Hey, hey! That was fun. Thanks for the lesson!W:No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?M:I work in a travel agency.W:Really! What do you do here?M:I’m in charge of their computers.W:Oh, so you’re computer specialist.M:Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.W:That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I’m taking.M:Oh, sure~ But only if you promise to give me some more rollerblading lessons.W:It’s a deal!Intermediate 2W1:Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?W2:I’m from China~ from near Shanghai.W1:And when did you move here?W2:I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.W1:And what do you do now?W2:I’m a transportation engineer.W1:I see. So you’re an immigrant to the United States.W2:Yes, that’s right.W1:What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?W2:Oh, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really. I guess one of the biggest difficulty is that I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’s not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, we visit relatives. It isn’t the same here.W1:And what did you miss the most from home?W2:Oh, that’s easy: my mom’s soup! She makes great soup! I really miss my mother’s cooking. Intermediate 3-1M:Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?W:Yeah! That’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.M:Wow, I bet that was fun!W:Yeah. We always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach.I had a great shell collection. In fact, I think it’s still up in the attic!M:Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out! Intermediate 3-2M:You know what I remember most about growing up?W:What?M:Visiting my grandparent’s house. You know, on holidays and stuff. They lived way out of the country, and my granddad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse-and she loved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my grandparents’ house. And every time I came back, Blackie remembered me.W:Ah, memories!Intermediate 4-1W:Why is there never a bus when you want one?M:Good question. There aren’t enough buses on this route.W:Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.M:Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.W:Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.M:And fewer cars! There’re too much traffic.W:Say, is that our bus coming?M:Yes, it is. But, look, it’s full.W:Oh,no! Let’s go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I’m going to write. Intermediate 4-2M:So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?W:Sure, I’m going to say something about the buses. They’re too old. We need more modern buses~ nice air conditioned ones.M:And they need to put more buses on the road.W:Right, and there are too many cars downtown, and there isn’t enough parking.M:That’s for sure. It’s impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.W:I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five.M:Oh, you mean they should allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular workday?M:Hmm~ That sounds like a really good idea.Intermediate 5-1W:Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is?M:There’s one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.W:Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?M:It shouldn’t be open now. It opens at 8 a.m.W:Good. And can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?M:You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.W:OK. And one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?M:Right behind you, ma’am. See that sign?W:Oh, thanks a lot.Intermediate 5-2W:Excuse me. It’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information-if you don’t mind.M:Not at all.W:Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?M:Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about $40.W:$40? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fast-food place?M:Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.W:Thanks very much. Have a nice day!M:You, too.Intermediate 6M:Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore. For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield. Another thing Singapore has done is to make it difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one. There is also a high tax on cars. So it costs three or four times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada. The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there is also a very good and taxi and bus system.Intermediate 7M:What do you think?W1:Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment. And the living room is huge.W2:But the bedrooms are too small. And there isn’t enough closet space for my clothes.M:And it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.W1:But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.M:Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us. Well, how do you like this place, then?W2:Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge!W1:Yes, they are nice and big.W2:And they are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!W1:Yes, I guess you could.W2:The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls. M:Oh, I’m we can change the color if we want to.Intermediate 8-1M:Creative Rentals. Good morning.W:Hello. I’m calling the apartment you have for rent.M:Yes, what can I tell you about it?W:Where is it exactly?M:It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.W:Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?M:Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room.W:I see. And is it in a new building?M:Well, the building is about 50 years old.W:Uh-huh. Well, I’ll think about it.M:OK, thanks for calling.W:Thank you. Bye.Intermediate 8-2W:Hello?M:Hello. Is the apartment you’re advertising still available?W:Yes, it is.M:Can you tell me a little about it?W:Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.M:I see. And is it far away from the subway?W:There’s subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown., so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurant everywhere. But it’s on a high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.M:It’s sounds just like the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it, please.W:Sure, let me give you the address.Intermediate 9-1M:Yeah, I really need a change. I’ve been doing the same thing for over five years now, and I’m just learning anything new. It’s the same routine every day, and I’m really sick of sitting in front of the computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.Intermediate 9-2W:I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends. And if I joined a club, I’d probably get to meet people and make new friends.Intermediate 9-3M:I should take a typing course this summer. I really need it for my school work. And people say that if you can type really well, it’s something you’ll find useful later in life.Intermediate 9-4W:Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I’ve gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don’t lose weight now, I won’t be able to get into any of my summer clothes.Intermediate 10-1M1:So, where are you working now, Terry?M2:Oh, I’m still at the bank. I don’t like it, though.M1:That’s too bad. Why not?M2:Well, it’s boring, and it doesn’t pay very well.M1:I know what you mean. I don’t like my job, either. I wish I could find a better job.M2:Actually, I don’t want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now. M1:Hmm, how old are you?M2:Uh, twenty-six.Intermediate 10-2M1:So, how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?M2:Oh, you didn’t know? She and I broke up a couple month ago. We decided we needed abreak from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again. M1:I’m sure you will.M2:I’m really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?M1:I’m not sure, but I’d love something that would involve travel. And I’d really like to move to another city. I’m sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.M2:I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.Intermediate 11-1W:Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?M:No, I haven’t.W:Oh, there are delicious! I had them last time. Like to try some?M:No, thanks, they sounds strange.W2(waitress):Have you decided on an appetizer yet?W:Yes, I’ll have the snails, please.W2:And you, sir?M:I think I’ll have the fried brains.W:Fried brains? Now that really sounds strange!Intermediate 11-2W:Oh, good, here comes the waitress now!W2:Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir~ the fried brains.M:Thank you.W:Mmm, the snails are delicious! How are the brains?M:Well, I think they’re~ yuck! Oh, sorry, I guess brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’m going to order something else, if you don’t mind.W:Oh, sure. Go ahead.M:Miss! Excuse miss!W2:Yes?M:Uh, I really don’t care for this appetizer. Could you bring me something else?W2:Yes, of course. What would you like instead?W:Try the snails.M:No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and bring me a nice, juicy hamburger~ medium rare~ with French fries and a large soda.Intermediate 11-3W1:Have you finished with this?M1:No, I’m still drinking it, thanks.M2:Did you order this?W2:Yes, that’s mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious!M3:Don’t you like it?W3:I haven’t tasted it yet. I’m waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.M4:Did you enjoy it?W4:Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.W5:How is it?M5:Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.M6:Your turn or mine?M7:It’s my treat this tine. You paid last time. Remember?Intermediate 13-1W1:I’m so excited, we have two weeks off! What are you going to do?W2:I’m not sure. I guess I’ll stay home. Maybe I’ll catch up my reading. What about you? Any plans?W1:Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I’m going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.W2:Sounds great!W1:Say, why don’t you come with us? We have plenty of room.W2:Do you mean it? I’d love to!Intermediate 13-2M:Have you planed anything for the summer, Brenda?W:Yeah. I’m going to work the first month and save some money. Then I’m going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She’s working in Guadalajara. She says it’s really interesting there, so I want to go and see what it’s like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I’m really looking forward to it.Intermediate 13-3W1:So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?W2:Oh, I’m doing something really exotic this year.W1:You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I’m going white-water rafting!W2:Oh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?W1:Oh, well, you know. It’s in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it’ll be really exciting.W2:Oh, I’m doing some rock climbing, too. And you call that a vacation?Intermediate 14-1M:Hi, I’m your new neighbor, George Rivera. I lived in the next door.W:Oh, hi. I’m Stephanie Lee.M:So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?W:Not right now, but thanks.M:Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.W:Oh, I’m sorry, I didn’t realize that. I’ll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?M:Yeah, there’s a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It’s delicious! Intermediate 14-2M:Hello, I’m sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.W:Really?M:Yes, do you drive a blue Honda?W:Yes, I do.M:Well, there’s blue Honda parked in space 13 and that’s my space.W:Oh, I’m so sorry. My son must have put it in the wrong space. Ours is the one right next to yours- number 12. Let get my keys, and I’ll go right down and move the car.M:Thanks.W:And I’ll make sure my son doesn’t do it again.M:I appreciate it.Intermediate 15-1M1:Jason~ Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.M2:Oh, but this is my favorite program!M1:I know, but it’s very loud.M2:OK, I’ll turn it down.M1:That’s better, thanks.W1:Lisa, please pick up your things. They’re all over the living room floor.W2:In a minute, Mom, I’m on the phone.W1:OK, but do it as soon as you hang up.W2:Sure.No problem.W1:Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?M1:Definitely!Intermediate 15-2M:Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He’s always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.W:And he can never find his glasses either.M:I know.W:You know what drives me crazy about Mom?M:What?W:Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just love them.M:Yeah, I think she watches them for hours everyday.W:Oh, well~ I guess they’re just getting old. I hope I never get like that.M:Me, too. Hey, let’s go and play a video game.W:Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?Intermediate 16-1M:Did you know next week is Halloween? It’s on October 31st.W:So what do you do on Halloween? We don’t have that holiday in Russia.M:Well, it’s a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people’s doors and ask for candy by saying the words ‘TRICK OR TREAT’.W:Hmm. Sounds interesting.M:But it’s not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parities. Hey, my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?W:Sure, I’d love to.Intermediate 16-2W:So are we going to wear costumes to the party?M:Of course. That’s half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I’m going as a clown.W:A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.M:Hey!W:Oh, I’m just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?M:Why don’t you go as a witch? I saw a terrific which outfit at the costume store.W:A witch~ yeah, that’s a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh. Intermediate 17W1:You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?W2:Yesa, it is.W1:Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?W2:Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.W1:Oh, I didn’t know that. Did you get married in a church, Mari?W2:No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.W1:Oh, a shrine~W2:Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.W1:Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?W2:Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony~ You know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters~W1:And what about the reception? What was that like?W2:Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception~ about 100 people. And the first thing that happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.W1:Speeches?W2:Yes, and then after that, all the guess were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking. Lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.W1:Sounds like fun!W2:Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during the wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding. W1:A present from the bride and groom?W2:Yes, it’s a Japanese custom.W1:What a nice custom!Intermediate 19-1M:I don’t know what classes to take this semester. I can’t decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda?W:Yes, I have. I think I’d make a good journalist because I love writing.M:Maybe I could be a teacher because I’m very creative. And I like working with kids.W:Oh, I wouldn’t want to be a teacher. I’m too impatient.M:I know one thing I could never do.W:What’s that?M:I could never be a stockbroker, because I’m not good at making decisions quickly. Intermediate 19-2W:My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don’t think I’d make a good politician.M:Why not, Brenda?W:Oh, you know me, I’m terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people-You know, like giving speeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.M:That’s true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I’m having.W:What is it?M:Yoou know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.W:And you don’t want to?M:No, not at all. I’d be a terrible manager. I’m much too disorganized.Intermediate20-1Intermediate 20-2W(Tour guide):Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you’re wondering what the statue is made of. It has a framework inside that’s made of iron; The outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole thing together. The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.Intermediate 21-1M:How did you get into modeling, Stacy?W:Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.M:So, what did you do?W:I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.M:Wow, what a lucky break!Intermediate 21-2W:So, Richard, what did you do after you graduatedM:Well, I majored in English literature in college.W:Uh-huh.M:So, when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.W:Oh, really?M:Yeah. See. I’ve written a novel. And I’ve sent to eight different publishers, but they all, uh, rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right with me.W:Well, I’d love to read it, Richard~ but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job anything?M:Oh, yes. I’m in sales.W:Oh,! Where?M:Actually, I’m a sales clerk in a hardware store, but when my novel sales, I know I’ll be the best selling author and I’ll make lots of money.Intermediate 22-1M:Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What have you been doing lately?W:Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.M:How come?W:I’m saving the money for a trip Europe.M:Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to the graduate school. I’m studying journalism.W:Really? How long have you been doing that?M:For two years, luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.Intermediate 22-2W:Hey, Bob, how’s it going?M:Pretty good, thanks.W:I haven’t seen you for a while. What have you been up to?M:Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I finally found one last month. I’ll move in next week.W:Gee, that’s terrific.M:Yeah, I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what have you been doing lately?W:Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.M:Italy? Where about in Italy?W:Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.M:I see, did you have a good time?W:Yeah, it was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.M:You’re kidding! Well, that must have been some vacation!Intermediate 23W:Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.M:So why don’t you quit?W:Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!M:A lot of people do, but~W:And if I gain weight, I won’t be able to fit into any of my clothes!M:Well, you can always go on a diet.W:Oh, no. I’m terrible at losing weight diets. So if my clothes don’t fit, I’ll have to buy new ones. I’ll have to get a part-time job, and~M:Listen, it is hard to quit, but it’s not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it? Well, giving up smoking isn’t really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can’t be that difficult. You should try nicotine gun. You chew it just regular chewing gun, and you don’t feel like smoking. W:Well, I guess it’s worth a try.Intermediate 24-1W:Welcome to A Night at the Movies! I’m Pauline Kahn~M:And I’m Colin Hale. Good evening!W:Tonight we’re going to review the new James Bond film. Well, I really liked this new James Bond actor very, very much!M:Mm-hmm.W:He’s the best actor they’re ever had in the role-warm, human, even funny. A totally believable character.M:I have to agree, a perfect double-oh- seven type. Pauline, what do you think of the story? W:It was a standard story for a Bond movie~ Uh, the usual beautiful women, the usual evil villain- nothing new.M:Well, I’m surprised. I have to say that I thought the story was unusually good. The race car scenes were exciting , and the surprise ending was great.W:Well, I can’t agree with you there!Intermediate 24-2M:Well, what do you think about the photography?W:I was not very impresses at all by the photography. Everything looks fake, not real. I can’t believe it was actually filmed in Africa where the story took place.M:I can’t believe you! I haven’t seen such good photography in a long time, especially in the action scenes.W:Now that brings up another weakness in the film, the special effects. Again, it just the same old stuff~ the car that flies, the pen that’s really a gun. You get tired of that kind of thing.M:I’d hardly think you and I saw the same movie, Pauline. I have to say that the special effects were the best ever in a Bond film. For example, the scene where ~W:Excesu me, Colin. We’re going to have to break for a commercial.M:You’re right, Pauline. We’ll be right back with our ratings.Intermediate 25M:Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with a phone call.W:You’re kidding! If I found $750,000, I wouldn’t return it so fast.M:Why? What would you do?W:Well, I’d go straight to Las Vegas, and try my luck in the casinos. I could double the money in a day and keep $750,000 for myself.M:You might also lose it all in a day. And then you could go to jail.W:Hmm, you’ve got a point there.Intermediate 28W1:How do you like your new boss?M1:She’s OK. I just wish she’d learn to lighten up a little.W1:What do you mean?M1:Oh, she never enjoys a joke. She never laughs, it’s hard to even get a smile out of her.M2:Look what Mary gave me! Isn’t this a great book?W2:Yeah, it is! Mary’s so sweet. She’s always giving her friends and co-workers presents. I wish there were more people like her in this world.W3:What do you think of the new French teacher?M3:Well, she’s kind of strange. She’s in good mood one minute and in a terrible mood the next. M4:Hey, what’s wrong?W4:I’m fed up with my brother! It seems as if he’s always angry at me about something.M4:Really?W4:Yeah. He gets upset so easily. I don’t what’s the matter with him.。
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I-show 中级班文本Intermediate 1-1M:Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?W:I’m fine, but I’M not very good at this.M:Neither am I, say are you from south America? Did you grow up there?W:Yes, I did, but my family moved here 8years ago when I was in high school.M:And where did you learn the rollerblade?W:Here in the park, this is only my second time.M:Well, it’s my first time, can you give me some lessons?W:Sure, just follow me.M:By the way, my name is Ted.W:And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.Intermediate 1-2M:Hey, hey! That was fun. Thanks for the lesson!W:No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?M:I work in a travel agency.W:Really! What do you do here?M:I’m in charge of their computers.W:Oh, so you’re computer specialist.M:Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.W:That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I’m taking.M:Oh, sure~ But only if you promise to give me some more rollerblading lessons.W:It’s a deal!Intermediate 2W1:Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?W2:I’m from China~ from near Shanghai.W1:And when did you move here?W2:I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.W1:And what do you do now?W2:I’m a transportation engineer.W1:I see. So you’re an immigrant to the United States.W2:Yes, that’s right.W1:What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?W2:Oh, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really. I guess one of the biggest difficulty is that I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’s not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, we visit relatives. It isn’t the same here.W1:And what did you miss the most from home?W2:Oh, that’s easy: my mom’s soup! She makes great soup! I really miss my mother’s cooking. Intermediate 3-1M:Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?W:Yeah! That’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.M:Wow, I bet that was fun!W:Yeah. We always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach.I had a great shell collection. In fact, I think it’s still up in the attic!M:Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out! Intermediate 3-2M:You know what I remember most about growing up?W:What?M:Visiting my grandparent’s house. You know, on holidays and stuff. They lived way out of the country, and my granddad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse-and she loved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my grandparents’ house. And every time I came back, Blackie remembered me.W:Ah, memories!Intermediate 4-1W:Why is there never a bus when you want one?M:Good question. There aren’t enough buses on this route.W:Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.M:Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.W:Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.M:And fewer cars! There’re too much traffic.W:Say, is that our bus coming?M:Yes, it is. But, look, it’s full.W:Oh,no! Let’s go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I’m going to write. Intermediate 4-2M:So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?W:Sure, I’m going to say something about the buses. They’re too old. We need more modern buses~ nice air conditioned ones.M:And they need to put more buses on the road.W:Right, and there are too many cars downtown, and there isn’t enough parking.M:That’s for sure. It’s impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.W:I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five.M:Oh, you mean they should allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular workday?M:Hmm~ That sounds like a really good idea.Intermediate 5-1W:Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is?M:There’s one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.W:Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?M:It shouldn’t be open now. It opens at 8 a.m.W:Good. And can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?M:You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.W:OK. And one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?M:Right behind you, ma’am. See that sign?W:Oh, thanks a lot.Intermediate 5-2W:Excuse me. It’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information-if you don’t mind.M:Not at all.W:Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?M:Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about $40.W:$40? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fast-food place?M:Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.W:Thanks very much. Have a nice day!M:You, too.Intermediate 6M:Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore. For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the business district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield. Another thing Singapore has done is to make it difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one. There is also a high tax on cars. So it costs three or four times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada. The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there is also a very good and taxi and bus system.Intermediate 7M:What do you think?W1:Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment. And the living room is huge.W2:But the bedrooms are too small. And there isn’t enough closet space for my clothes.M:And it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.W1:But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.M:Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us. Well, how do you like this place, then?W2:Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge!W1:Yes, they are nice and big.W2:And they are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!W1:Yes, I guess you could.W2:The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls. M:Oh, I’m we can change the color if we want to.Intermediate 8-1M:Creative Rentals. Good morning.W:Hello. I’m calling the apartment you have for rent.M:Yes, what can I tell you about it?W:Where is it exactly?M:It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.W:Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?M:Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room.W:I see. And is it in a new building?M:Well, the building is about 50 years old.W:Uh-huh. Well, I’ll think about it.M:OK, thanks for calling.W:Thank you. Bye.Intermediate 8-2W:Hello?M:Hello. Is the apartment you’re advertising still available?W:Yes, it is.M:Can you tell me a little about it?W:Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end.M:I see. And is it far away from the subway?W:There’s subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown., so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurant everywhere. But it’s on a high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.M:It’s sounds just like the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it, please.W:Sure, let me give you the address.Intermediate 9-1M:Yeah, I really need a change. I’ve been doing the same thing for over five years now, and I’m just learning anything new. It’s the same routine every day, and I’m really sick of sitting in front of the computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people.Intermediate 9-2W:I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends. And if I joined a club, I’d probably get to meet people and make new friends.Intermediate 9-3M:I should take a typing course this summer. I really need it for my school work. And people say that if you can type really well, it’s something you’ll find useful later in life.Intermediate 9-4W:Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I’ve gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don’t lose weight now, I won’t be able to get into any of my summer clothes.Intermediate 10-1M1:So, where are you working now, Terry?M2:Oh, I’m still at the bank. I don’t like it, though.M1:That’s too bad. Why not?M2:Well, it’s boring, and it doesn’t pay very well.M1:I know what you mean. I don’t like my job, either. I wish I could find a better job.M2:Actually, I don’t want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now. M1:Hmm, how old are you?M2:Uh, twenty-six.Intermediate 10-2M1:So, how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?M2:Oh, you didn’t know? She and I broke up a couple month ago. We decided we needed abreak from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again. M1:I’m sure you will.M2:I’m really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?M1:I’m not sure, but I’d love something that would involve travel. And I’d really like to move to another city. I’m sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.M2:I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.Intermediate 11-1W:Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?M:No, I haven’t.W:Oh, there are delicious! I had them last time. Like to try some?M:No, thanks, they sounds strange.W2(waitress):Have you decided on an appetizer yet?W:Yes, I’ll have the snails, please.W2:And you, sir?M:I think I’ll have the fried brains.W:Fried brains? Now that really sounds strange!Intermediate 11-2W:Oh, good, here comes the waitress now!W2:Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir~ the fried brains.M:Thank you.W:Mmm, the snails are delicious! How are the brains?M:Well, I think they’re~ yuck! Oh, sorry, I guess brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’m going to order something else, if you don’t mind.W:Oh, sure. Go ahead.M:Miss! Excuse miss!W2:Yes?M:Uh, I really don’t care for this appetizer. Could you bring me something else?W2:Yes, of course. What would you like instead?W:Try the snails.M:No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and bring me a nice, juicy hamburger~ medium rare~ with French fries and a large soda.Intermediate 11-3W1:Have you finished with this?M1:No, I’m still drinking it, thanks.M2:Did you order this?W2:Yes, that’s mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious!M3:Don’t you like it?W3:I haven’t tasted it yet. I’m waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.M4:Did you enjoy it?W4:Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.W5:How is it?M5:Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.M6:Your turn or mine?M7:It’s my treat this tine. You paid last time. Remember?Intermediate 13-1W1:I’m so excited, we have two weeks off! What are you going to do?W2:I’m not sure. I guess I’ll stay home. Maybe I’ll catch up my reading. What about you? Any plans?W1:Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I’m going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.W2:Sounds great!W1:Say, why don’t you come with us? We have plenty of room.W2:Do you mean it? I’d love to!Intermediate 13-2M:Have you planed anything for the summer, Brenda?W:Yeah. I’m going to work the first month and save some money. Then I’m going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She’s working in Guadalajara. She says it’s really interesting there, so I want to go and see what it’s like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I’m really looking forward to it.Intermediate 13-3W1:So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?W2:Oh, I’m doing something really exotic this year.W1:You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I’m going white-water rafting!W2:Oh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?W1:Oh, well, you know. It’s in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it’ll be really exciting.W2:Oh, I’m doing some rock climbing, too. And you call that a vacation?Intermediate 14-1M:Hi, I’m your new neighbor, George Rivera. I lived in the next door.W:Oh, hi. I’m Stephanie Lee.M:So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?W:Not right now, but thanks.M:Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.W:Oh, I’m sorry, I didn’t realize that. I’ll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?M:Yeah, there’s a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It’s delicious! Intermediate 14-2M:Hello, I’m sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.W:Really?M:Yes, do you drive a blue Honda?W:Yes, I do.M:Well, there’s blue Honda parked in space 13 and that’s my space.W:Oh, I’m so sorry. My son must have put it in the wrong space. Ours is the one right next to yours- number 12. Let get my keys, and I’ll go right down and move the car.M:Thanks.W:And I’ll make sure my son doesn’t do it again.M:I appreciate it.Intermediate 15-1M1:Jason~ Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.M2:Oh, but this is my favorite program!M1:I know, but it’s very loud.M2:OK, I’ll turn it down.M1:That’s better, thanks.W1:Lisa, please pick up your things. They’re all over the living room floor.W2:In a minute, Mom, I’m on the phone.W1:OK, but do it as soon as you hang up.W2:Sure.No problem.W1:Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?M1:Definitely!Intermediate 15-2M:Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He’s always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.W:And he can never find his glasses either.M:I know.W:You know what drives me crazy about Mom?M:What?W:Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just love them.M:Yeah, I think she watches them for hours everyday.W:Oh, well~ I guess they’re just getting old. I hope I never get like that.M:Me, too. Hey, let’s go and play a video game.W:Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?Intermediate 16-1M:Did you know next week is Halloween? It’s on October 31st.W:So what do you do on Halloween? We don’t have that holiday in Russia.M:Well, it’s a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people’s doors and ask for candy by saying the words ‘TRICK OR TREAT’.W:Hmm. Sounds interesting.M:But it’s not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parities. Hey, my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?W:Sure, I’d love to.Intermediate 16-2W:So are we going to wear costumes to the party?M:Of course. That’s half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I’m going as a clown.W:A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.M:Hey!W:Oh, I’m just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?M:Why don’t you go as a witch? I saw a terrific which outfit at the costume store.W:A witch~ yeah, that’s a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh. Intermediate 17W1:You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?W2:Yesa, it is.W1:Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?W2:Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.W1:Oh, I didn’t know that. Did you get married in a church, Mari?W2:No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.W1:Oh, a shrine~W2:Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.W1:Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?W2:Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony~ You know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters~W1:And what about the reception? What was that like?W2:Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception~ about 100 people. And the first thing that happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.W1:Speeches?W2:Yes, and then after that, all the guess were served a formal meal. While everyone was eating and drinking. Lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.W1:Sounds like fun!W2:Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during the wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding. W1:A present from the bride and groom?W2:Yes, it’s a Japanese custom.W1:What a nice custom!Intermediate 19-1M:I don’t know what classes to take this semester. I can’t decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda?W:Yes, I have. I think I’d make a good journalist because I love writing.M:Maybe I could be a teacher because I’m very creative. And I like working with kids.W:Oh, I wouldn’t want to be a teacher. I’m too impatient.M:I know one thing I could never do.W:What’s that?M:I could never be a stockbroker, because I’m not good at making decisions quickly. Intermediate 19-2W:My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don’t think I’d make a good politician.M:Why not, Brenda?W:Oh, you know me, I’m terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people-You know, like giving speeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.M:That’s true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I’m having.W:What is it?M:Yoou know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me to be the manager.W:And you don’t want to?M:No, not at all. I’d be a terrible manager. I’m much too disorganized.Intermediate20-1Intermediate 20-2W(Tour guide):Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In case you’re wondering what the statue is made of. It has a framework inside that’s made of iron; The outer skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting framework inside the statue is what holds the whole thing together. The Statue of Liberty is a major tourist attraction, and every about two million people from all over the world come here to visit it.Intermediate 21-1M:How did you get into modeling, Stacy?W:Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out of money.M:So, what did you do?W:I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offered me some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.M:Wow, what a lucky break!Intermediate 21-2W:So, Richard, what did you do after you graduatedM:Well, I majored in English literature in college.W:Uh-huh.M:So, when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.W:Oh, really?M:Yeah. See. I’ve written a novel. And I’ve sent to eight different publishers, but they all, uh, rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right with me.W:Well, I’d love to read it, Richard~ but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job anything?M:Oh, yes. I’m in sales.W:Oh,! Where?M:Actually, I’m a sales clerk in a hardware store, but when my novel sales, I know I’ll be the best selling author and I’ll make lots of money.Intermediate 22-1M:Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What have you been doing lately?W:Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.M:How come?W:I’m saving the money for a trip Europe.M:Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to the graduate school. I’m studying journalism.W:Really? How long have you been doing that?M:For two years, luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.Intermediate 22-2W:Hey, Bob, how’s it going?M:Pretty good, thanks.W:I haven’t seen you for a while. What have you been up to?M:Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I finally found one last month. I’ll move in next week.W:Gee, that’s terrific.M:Yeah, I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what have you been doing lately?W:Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.M:Italy? Where about in Italy?W:Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.M:I see, did you have a good time?W:Yeah, it was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.M:You’re kidding! Well, that must have been some vacation!Intermediate 23W:Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.M:So why don’t you quit?W:Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!M:A lot of people do, but~W:And if I gain weight, I won’t be able to fit into any of my clothes!M:Well, you can always go on a diet.W:Oh, no. I’m terrible at losing weight diets. So if my clothes don’t fit, I’ll have to buy new ones. I’ll have to get a part-time job, and~M:Listen, it is hard to quit, but it’s not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it? Well, giving up smoking isn’t really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can’t be that difficult. You should try nicotine gun. You chew it just regular chewing gun, and you don’t feel like smoking. W:Well, I guess it’s worth a try.Intermediate 24-1W:Welcome to A Night at the Movies! I’m Pauline Kahn~M:And I’m Colin Hale. Good evening!W:Tonight we’re going to review the new James Bond film. Well, I really liked this new James Bond actor very, very much!M:Mm-hmm.W:He’s the best actor they’re ever had in the role-warm, human, even funny. A totally believable character.M:I have to agree, a perfect double-oh- seven type. Pauline, what do you think of the story? W:It was a standard story for a Bond movie~ Uh, the usual beautiful women, the usual evil villain- nothing new.M:Well, I’m surprised. I have to say that I thought the story was unusually good. The race car scenes were exciting , and the surprise ending was great.W:Well, I can’t agree with you there!Intermediate 24-2M:Well, what do you think about the photography?W:I was not very impresses at all by the photography. Everything looks fake, not real. I can’t believe it was actually filmed in Africa where the story took place.M:I can’t believe you! I haven’t seen such good photography in a long time, especially in the action scenes.W:Now that brings up another weakness in the film, the special effects. Again, it just the same old stuff~ the car that flies, the pen that’s really a gun. You get tired of that kind of thing.M:I’d hardly think you and I saw the same movie, Pauline. I have to say that the special effects were the best ever in a Bond film. For example, the scene where ~W:Excesu me, Colin. We’re going to have to break for a commercial.M:You’re right, Pauline. We’ll be right back with our ratings.Intermediate 25M:Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with a phone call.W:You’re kidding! If I found $750,000, I wouldn’t return it so fast.M:Why? What would you do?W:Well, I’d go straight to Las Vegas, and try my luck in the casinos. I could double the money in a day and keep $750,000 for myself.M:You might also lose it all in a day. And then you could go to jail.W:Hmm, you’ve got a point there.Intermediate 28W1:How do you like your new boss?M1:She’s OK. I just wish she’d learn to lighten up a little.W1:What do you mean?M1:Oh, she never enjoys a joke. She never laughs, it’s hard to even get a smile out of her.M2:Look what Mary gave me! Isn’t this a great book?W2:Yeah, it is! Mary’s so sweet. She’s always giving her friends and co-workers presents. I wish there were more people like her in this world.W3:What do you think of the new French teacher?M3:Well, she’s kind of strange. She’s in good mood one minute and in a terrible mood the next. M4:Hey, what’s wrong?W4:I’m fed up with my brother! It seems as if he’s always angry at me about something.M4:Really?W4:Yeah. He gets upset so easily. I don’t what’s the matter with him.。
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A: Oh, I ' m really sorry, are you OK?B: I ' m fine, but I ' m not very good at this. A: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?B: Yes I ' m originally. I was born in Argentina.A: Did you grow up there?B: Yes, I did. But my family moved here 8 years ago whe n I was in high school.A: And where did you lear n the roller blade?B: Here in the park. This is only my sec ond time.A: Well it ' my first time. Can you give me some less ons?B: Sure, just follow me.A: By the way, my n ame is Ted.B: And I ' Anna, nice to meet you.A: Heh hey, that was fun. Thanks for the less on.B: No problem, so, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?A: I work in a travel age ncy.B: Really? What do you do there?A: I ' m in charge of their computers.B: Oh, so you ' re)mputer specialist!A: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.B: That' great Then maybe you can give me some help with the computer course I ' m taking. A: Oh, sure, but only if you promise to give me some more roller blad ing less ons.B: It ' s a deal.2A: Where are you from origi nally, Yu Hong?B: I ' m from China, from near Shanghai.A: And whe n did you move here?B: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.A: And what do you do now?B: I ' m a transportation engineer.A: I see, so you ' irreiagrant to the United States.B: Yes, that ' s right.A: What are some of the difficulties of being an immigra nt in the US?B: Oh, that ' s not an easy question to answer. There so many things really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that, I don' have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that 'not the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weeke nd, they visit relatives. It isn ' t the same here.A: And what do you miss the most from home? B: Oh, that 'easy, my mom ssoup! She makes great soup. I really miss my mother ' s cooking.3A: Hey, are these pictures of you whe n you were a kid? B: Yeah, that ' s me in front of my uncle ' s be When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks there every summer.A: Wow, I bet that was fun.B: Yeah, we always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach. I had a great shell collect ion. In fact, I think it still up in the attic.A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, whe n I was a kid. But my pare nts threw them out.A: You know what I remember most about grow ing up? B: What?A: Visiting my Grandparents house You know, on holidays and stuff, they lived way out in the country and my Gran dad had a horse n amed Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse, and she loves me, too. I used to really enjoy spending time at my Grandparents house. And every time i came back, Blackie remembered me.B: Err, memories.4A: Why is there n ever a bus whe n you want one? B: Good question, there aren ' ehough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writ ing a letter to the paper. B: Good idea, you should say that we need more subway lin es, too.A: Yeah, there should be more public tran sportatio n in gen eral.B: And fewer cars, there's too much traffic.A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look, it's full.A: Oh, no. Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter rm going to write.B: So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?arA: Sure, I'm going to say someth ing about the buses. They're too old. We n eed more moder n buses, ni ce, air con diti on on es.B: And, they n eed to put more buses on the road. A: Right, there are too many cars dow ntow n, and there isn't eno ugh park ing.B: That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space dow ntow n these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtownbetwee n 9 and 5.B: Oh, you mean they should n't allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular work days? Em, that sounds like a really good idea.5Quite a nu mber of things have bee n done to help solve traffic problems in Sin gapore.For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the dow ntow n bus in ess district. They can go into the dow ntow n bus in ess district only if they have the pass displayed on their win dshield.Ano ther thing Sin gapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the nu mber of certificate is limited. Not every one can get one. There's also a high tax on cars. So it costs about 3 or 4 times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the Un ited States or Can ada.The other thing Sin gapore has done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there's also a very good taxi and bus system.6A: Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is? B: There ' s oopstairs, across from the duty free shop. A: Oh, tha nks. Do you know what time it ope ns?B: It should be ope n no w, it ope ns at eight a.m. A: Good, and can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?B: You need to check at the transportation counter.It ' right dow n the hall.A: OK, and just one more thing. Do you know where the n earest restroom is?B: Right behi nd you, Ma-am. See that sig n? A: Oh, tha nks a lot.A: Excuse me, it ' nse again. I ' morry. I need some more information if you don ' t mind.B: Not at all.A: Than ks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: It depends on the traffic of course. But it usually costs about 40 dollars.A: 40 Dollars ? I guess I ' ll take the bus. That means have almost an hour till the next one. Where could I find an in expe nsive restaura nt in the airport, maybe a fast food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You ' theseeack bar on your left.A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day!B: You too.7A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartme nt, and the liv ing room is huge.C: But the bedrooms are too small, and there isn ' t eno ugh closet space for my cloths.A: And, it ' s not as cheap as the last apartment we sa B: But that apartme nt was dark and din gy, and it was in a dan gerous n eighborhood.A: Let s see if the real estate age nt has somethi ng else to show us.A: Well, how do you like this place, the n?C: Oh, it ' s much better than that other one thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge.B: Yes, they are n ice and big.C: And there two bathrooms, I could have my own bathroom.B: Yes, I guess you could.C: The on ly problem is the color of the livi ng room. I really don ' t like those dark green walls.A: I ' m sure we can change the color if we want to.A: Creative Ren tals, good morni ng.B: Hello, I ' m calling about the apartment you havef( ren t.A: Yes, what can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It ' s on Ki ng Street, just off tfr e eway.B: Oh, n ear the freeway - Can you hear the traffic?A: Yes, I ' m afraid you do hear some. But the apartme has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large livi ng room.B: I see. And is it in a new build ing?A: Well, the build ing is about 50 years old.B: Uh-huh. Well, I ' ll think about it.A: OK, tha nks for calli ng.B: Thank you, bye!8A: Hello.B: Hello, is the apartment you' readvertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it ' s a perfect apartme nt for one pers on .It room with a kitche n at one end.B: And is it far away from subway?A: There' a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartme nt is located right dow ntow n, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurantseverywhere. But it ' on the high floor, so you don ' t hear any street or traffic noise.B: It sounds like just the kind of place II ' d like to come see it please.A: Sure, let me give you the address.A: Tow n and City Ren tals, how can I help you?B: Hi, um, is that apartment you' reidvertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Oh, good. Um, listen, I, I can ' t pay too much low price you ' re ask in cjsiareallygood for me.A: Great.B: And how big is it?A: It ' s two rooms plus the kitchen and bathroom.B: Well is it the safe place to live?A: Well, I can tell you I ' ve livediv e yBOris and I n ever heard about an ybody hav ing a problem.B: Oh, that ' good. Let see, oh yeah. Does the apartme nt have a lot of win dows?A: Win dows? Yeah, there are a ple nty of win dows. But unfortunately, there isn ' t much light really. See ano ther buildi ng right n ext to ours.B: Oh, that ' s, Onfever around in the day any way. Do you think it ' s alright if I come and look at it?A: Any time. When do you wanna see it?9A: So where are you work ing now, Terry?B: Oh, I'm still at the ban k. I don't like it, though.A: That's too bad. Why n ot?B: Well, it's bori ng, and it does n't pay very well.A: I know what you mea n. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don't want to work at all anym ore. I wishI had a lot of money so I could retire now. A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twen ty-six.city. rm sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more excit ing.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.looki ng for. 10A: Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smok ing.B: So why don't you quit?A: Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!B: A lot of people do, but...A: And if I gain weight, I won't be able to fit into any of clothes!B: Well, you can always go on a diet..Sta Oe, no. I'm terrible at los ing weight on diets. So if my clothes don't fit, I'll have to buy new ones.门I have to get a part-time job, an d...B: Listen, it is hard to quit, but it's not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it?A: Well, giving up smok ing isn't really as hard as you think. I man aged to do it, so it can't be that difficult. You should try nicotine gum. You chew it just like regular chew ing gum, and you don't feel like smok ing. B: Well, I guess it's worth a try.there ' sYeah, I really n eed a cha nge. I've bee n doing the same things for over five years now, and rm just not lear ning any thi ng n ew. It's the same rout ine every day, and I am really sick of sitti ng in front of a computer. I th ink I n eed to try somethi ng totally differe nt. I want to be in a professi on that invo Ives meet ing people.I really n eed to join a club or sports team to give me somethi ng to do on weeke nds. I get really bored on the weeke nds, and if I jo ined a club. I'd probably get to meet people and make new frie nds.Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since last year, and every one tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose weight no w, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes.A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry? B: Oh, you did n't know. She and I broke up a couple of mon ths ago. We decided we n eeded a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together aga in.A: rm sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: rm not sure, but rd really like to move to another11A: Hey, this sounds good, sn ails with garlic. Have you ever eate n sn ails?B: No, I haven ' t.A: Oh, they are delicious. I had them last time, like to trysome?B: No, tha nks. They sound stra nge.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet? A: Yes. I ' ll have the snailsape C: And you, sir?B: I think I ' II have the Fried Brains.A: Fried Brains? Now that really sounds stra nge. A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress, now.C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir, the Fried Brains. B: Tha nks.A: Hmm …The snails are delicious. How are the Brains?B: Well, I think they ' reYuck! Oh, sorry. I guess Brainsare pretty strange after all. Um, I think I ' m going to order somethingelse if you don ' t mind. A: Oh, sure. Go ahead. B: Miss? Excuse me, miss! C: Yes? B: Um, I really don ' t carehsr appetizer. Could you bring me somethi ng else?C: Yes, of course. What would you like in stead? A: Try the sn ails.A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swim ming. B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mea n it? I'd love to!A: So, what are you pla nning to do for your vacati on, Judy?B: Oh, I'm doing someth ing really exotic this year. Youkno w, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on thebeach for two weeks. This year, I'm going white-waterrafti ng!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly? B: Oh, well, you kno w, it's in Colorado. They have all these trips dow n the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it'll be really excit ing. Oh, I'm doing some rock climbi ng, too.A: And you call that a vacati on?B: No, I don ' t think so. I lltell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and, bring me a ni ce, juicy hamburger, medium rare with French fries and a large soda.A: Have you fini shed with this?B: No, I'm still drinking it. Tha nks.A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that's mine. Hmm, it looks great and smellsdelicious!A: Don't you like it?B: I have n't tasted it yet. I'm wait ing for the waitress tobring me a fork.A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long. A: How is it? B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong. A: Your tur n or mine? B: It's my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember. 12A: rm so excited! We have two weeks off! What are yougoing to do?B: I'm not sure. I guess ril just stay home. Maybe ril catch up on my read ing. What about you? Any pla ns? A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Bren da? B: Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some mon ey. The n rm going to go dow n to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She's working inGuadalajara. She says it's really in teresti ng there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It will also give me a cha nee to practice my Spanish. I'm really look ing forward to it.13 A: What should people do to make their visit to New York City safe and pleasa nt?B: I think the biggest mistake many people make is tryi ng to do too much in a short time. There are so much to see and do that you need to have a plan. It ' s best to start pla nning before you get here. So you have information about hotels, restaurants, sightseeing and so on. Visitors can use our website to get the informationthey need to start planning before they come here, orthey can phone or fax us.A: How safe is New York City for tourists?B: New York is a much safer place tha n many peoplethink. In fact, it ' s the safest it ' arsoeen in 'A: Oh, that ' s good to here.B: Yes, but that doesn ' mean people don ' have becareful. Tourist in New York ought to be careful just like in any big city in the world. For stude nts, I would say travel in groups. If you get lost, it ' easier as a group to find your way. You really shouldn go off by tB: Yeah, Mom?o aAkWhy are there all these wet towels on thebathroomfloor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry. B: Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them. d A: Justi n, come help me. We n eed to wash thesedishes before your mother gets home.B: Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie.It's really importa nt.15A : Hi, rm your new neighbor. George Rivera. I live n ext door.B ： Oh, hi, I'm Stephanie Lee.A : So you just moved in? Do you need anything?B : Not right now. But thanks.A : Well let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartme nt.B ： Oh, I'm sorry. I did n't realize that. I'll make sure to keep the volume dow n. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italia n restaura nt in the n eighborhood? A : Yeah, there's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasag na. It's delicious.A : Hello, I'm sorry to bother you. But I think your car is parked in my space dow nstairs.B : Really?A : Yes. Do you drive a blue Hon da?B : Yes, I do.A : Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13, and that 'm y space.B : Oh, I'm so sorry. My son must've put it in a wrong space. Ours is the one right n ext yours, nu mber 12. Let me get my keys and ril go right down and move the car.A: Tha nks.B : And ril make sure my son does n't do it aga in. A : I'll appreciate it.B : Gee! Bob, you are really late! You said you'll be here at six and look at the time. It's almost six thirty. A : rm really sorry. Tell you what! I'll pay for dinner. B : Ah, it's alright. You don't have to do that.A : No, I wanna pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.B : Well, hey, ok, if you in sist.your own if you can find some one to go with you. Another thing to remember is, don ' t be afraid t directions, even if your English isn ' pterfect. People ofte n stop me on the street to ask for direct ions. And that ' srartly foreign visitors. American visitors also have troublefinding their way around. And you ' ll fir New Yorkers arereally very frie ndly.A: Yes, I agree. We are.B: Uh-huh14A: Jas on? Jas on! Turn dow n the TV a little, please. B: Oh, but this is my favorite program! A: I know. But it's too loud. B: OK. I'll turn it dow n. A: That's better. Tha nks.C: Lisa, please pick up your thi ngs. They're all over the liv ing room floor.D: In a mi nute, Mom. I'm on the phone. C: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up. D: Sure. No problem.C: Good ness! Were we like this whe n we were kids? A: Defin itely!A: Have you no ticed how forgetful Dad is gett ing? He's always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.B: And he can n ever find his glasses either. A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom? A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV She just loves them.A: Yeah, I thi nk she watches them for hours every day. B: Oh, well. I guess they're just gett ing old. I hope I n ever get like that.A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and play a video game.B: Great idea. By the way, have you see n my glasses any where?A: James, please tur n that dow n? James! B: Yes, Mom?A: Turn that dow n. It's much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wan ted to hear the game.A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream in one of the bags.B: I can't right now, Dad. I'm doing my homework.A : Tha nks.A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31.B: So what do you do on Hallowee n? We don't have that holiday in Russia.A: Well, it's a day whe n kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by say ing words “ Trick or treat! ”B: Hmm. sounds in teresti ng.A: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey, my frie nd Pete is hav ing a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I'd love to.A: So are we going to wear costumes to the party?B: Of course. That's half the fun. Last year I ren ted this great Dracula costume, and this year rm going as a clow n.A: A clow n? Yes, you would make a good clow n.B: Hey!A: Oh, I'm just kiddi ng. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?B: Why don't you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at the costume store.A: A witch? Yeah, that's a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.17A: You look beautiful in that kim ono, Mari. Is this your wedd ing photo?B: Yes, it is.A: Do most Japa nese wome n wear kim onos whe n they get married?B: Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into a Western bridal dress duri ng the recepti on.A: Oh, I did n't know that.A: Did you get married in a church, Mari?B: No, the cerem ony was held at a shri ne.A: Oh, a shri ne?B: Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditi onal Shi nto cerem ony.A: Hmm. And who went to the cerem ony?B: Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony. you know, our parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters.A: And what about the recepti on? What was that like? B: Lots of frie nds and relatives came to the recepti on, about a hun dred people. And the first thing happe ned was that the main guests gave formal speeches.A: Speeches?B: Yes, and the n after that, all the guests were served a formal meal. While every one was eat ing and drinking, lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.A: Sou nds like fun!B: Yes, the songs and speechesare all part of the en terta inment duri ng a wedd ing recepti on. And the n, at the end of the recepti on, each guest received a prese nt for coming to the wedd ing.A: A prese nt from the bride and groom?B: Yes, it's a Japa nese custom.A: What a nice custom!18A: So what ki nd of job are you look ing for?B: Well, I have n't made up my mind. I love worki ng with people, and I love traveli ng. I don't want a job where rm stuck in an office all day. I want to get out and see the world.A: Are you in terested in worki ng in bus in ess? That's where you can sometimes make good mon ey.B: rm not really in terested in maki ng a lot of money at this point in my life. I'll worry about that laterA: What kind of career are you pla nning for yourself? B: I don't kno w. I thi nk rd like to have a job where I can help people. Everybody else in my family is in law or bus in ess-you know, bori ng stuff like that. That's just not for me. I know rd like to work overseas,though, maybe in a childre n's hospital in a develop ing coun try. But that's a long way away. I have to get into medical school first, and that's not going to be easy!A: What kind of job do I have in kind? Well, I don't want a regular nine-to -ive job. Eventually, I'd like to get in to act in g-maybe eve n break in to movies. But I guess that won't happe n for a while.B: So what are you doing in the mean time?A: Well, I work out at the gym n early every day. I n eed to be really fit. And rm tak ing acting less ons as well so that I feel comfortable in front of the crowd. I just had some pictures taken to show to agents in the city. Would you like to see them?B: Sure.A: What's this, James! 1619A: I don't know what classesto take this semester.I can't decide what I want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Bren da?B: Yes, I have. I think rd make a good journalist because I love writi ng.21A: Maybe I could be a teacher, because rm very creative. And I like work ing with kids.B: Oh, I would n't want to be a teacher. I'm too impatie nt.A: I know one thi ng I could n ever do. B: What's that?A: I could n ever be a stockbroker, because rm not good at making decisi ons quickly.B: My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don't think rd make a good politicia n. A: Why not, Bren da? B: Oh, you know me. I'm terrible at speak ing in front of a lot of people, you know, like giving speechesand things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.A: That's true. You know, that reminds me of a problem rm hav ing. B: What is it? A: You know my parents have a really successful restaura nt, right? Well, my father wants me to be theman ager.B: And you don't want to? A: No, not at all. rd be aterrible man ager. I'm much too disorga ni zed.20Guide: We are now approach ing the famous Statue ofLiberty, which has welcomed visitors to New York Harbor since 1886.A: Wow! Look at it. B: In credible, is n't it? Guide: Thestatue was give n to the Un ited States by the people ofFran ce. It was desig ned by the French sculpt orBartholdi.A: It really huge. Do we get to go in side?B: Of course. We can climb the stairs all the way up tothe crow n.A: Stairs? There's no elevator?B: Not to the top. But it's just 142 steps!Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. I n case you won deri ng what thestatue is made of, it has a framework in side that's made of iron; the outer skin is made of copper. The copper ski n is on ly 2.4 millimeters thick. The support ingframework in side the statue is what holds the wholethings together. The Statue of Liberty is a major touristattracti on, and every year about two millio n people from all over the world come here to visit it.The Pyramids were built more tha n four thousa nd years ago by the Egyptia ns. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the river Nile, outside of Cairo. Theyserved as burial places for the Egyptia n kin gs. After a king death, his body was turned into what is called a “ mummy ” This preserved it. The King mummy was placed in side the pyramid, together with treasures and the King ' s belongings.The Great Wall of Chi na is the Ion gest manm ade structure ever built. It was built to protect one of the Chin ese kin gdoms. Much of what exists of the wall todaywas built duri ng the Ming Dyn asty in the late 1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back to around 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and a stone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wall stretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers 22 A: How did you get into modeli ng, Stacy? B: Well, whe n I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los An geles to look for work as an actress. I was going to auditi ons every day, but I n ever got any parts.And I was running out of mon ey.A: So, what did you do?B: I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaura nt.While I was work ing there, a customer offered me somework as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeli ngfull time.A: Wow, what a lucky break!A: So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated? B:Well, I majored in En glish literature in college. A: Uh-huh.B: So whe n I graduated, I tried to make my livi ng as awriter.A: Oh, really?B: Yeah. See, I've writte n a no vel, and 「ve sent it toeight differe nt publishers, but they all …uh …rejected it.Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right herewith me.A: Well, I'd love to read it, Richard, but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job or anything? B: Oh, yes. I'm in sales.A: Oh! Where? B: Actually, I'm a salesclerk in a hardware store. But whe n my no vel sells, I know ril be a best-selli ng author, and ril make lots of mon ey …。
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I-show 中级班文本Intermediate 1-1M:Oh, I’m really sorry, are you OK?W:I’m fine, but I’M not very good at this.M:Neither am I, say are you from south America? Did you grow up there?W:Yes, I did, but my family moved here 8years ago when I was in high school.M:And where did you learn the rollerblade?W:Here in the park, this is only my second time.M:Well, it’s my first time, can you give me some lessons?W:Sure, just follow me.M:By the way, my name is Ted.W:And I’m Anna, nice to meet you.Intermediate 1-2M:Hey, hey! That was fun. Thanks for the lesson!W:No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?M:I work in a travel agency.W:Really! What do you do here?M:I’m in charge of their computers.W:Oh, so you’re computer specialist.M:Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.W:That’s great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I’m taking. M:Oh, sure~ But only if you promise to give me some more rollerblading lessons.W:It’s a deal!Intermediate 2W1:Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?W2:I’m from China~ from near Shanghai.W1:And when did you move here?W2:I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.W1:And what do you do now?W2:I’m a transportation engineer.W1:I see. So you’re an immigrant to the United States.W2:Yes, that’s right.W1:What are some of the difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?W2:Oh, that’s not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really. I guess one of thebiggest difficulty is that I don’t have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that’snot the same thing. In China, on holidays or the weekend, we visit relatives. It isn’t the samehere.W1:And what did you miss the most from home?W2:Oh, that’s easy: my mom’s soup! She makes great soup! I really miss my mother’s cooking.Intermediate 3-1M:Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?W:Yeah! That’s me in front of my uncle’s beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend twoweeks there every summer.M:Wow, I bet that was fun!W:Yeah. We always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach.I had a great shell collection. In fact, I think it’s still up in the attic!M:Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out!Intermediate 3-2M:You know what I remember most about growing up?W:What?M:Visiting my grandparent’s house. You know, on holidays and stuff. They lived way out of thecountry, and my granddad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love thathorse-and she loved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my grandparents’house.And every time I came back, Blackie remembered me.W:Ah, memories!Intermediate 4-1W:Why is there never a bus when you want one?M:Good question. There aren’t enough buses on this route.W:Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.M:Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.W:Yeah, there should be more public transportation in general.M:And fewer cars! There’re too much traffic.W:Say, is that our bus coming?M:Yes, it is. But, look, it’s full.W:Oh,no! Let’s go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letter I’m going to write.Intermediate 4-2M:So, are you really going to write a letter to the paper?W:Sure, I’m going to say something about the buses. They’re too old. We need more modernbuses~ nice air conditioned ones.M:And they need to put more buses on the road.W:Right, and there are too many cars downtown, and there isn’t enough parking.M:That’s for sure. It’s impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.W:I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five.M:Oh, you mean they should allow any cars except taxis and buses during regular workday?M:Hmm~ That sounds like a really good idea.Intermediate 5-1W:Excuse me, could you tell me where the bank is?M:There’s one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.W:Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?M:It shouldn’t be open now. It opens at 8 a.m.W:Good. And can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city?M:You need to check at the transportation counter. It’s right down the hall.W:OK. And one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?M:Right behind you, ma’am. See that sign?W:Oh, thanks a lot.Intermediate 5-2W:Excuse me. It’s me again. I’m sorry. I need some more information-if you don’t mind.M:Not at all.W:Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?M:Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about $40.W:$40? I guess I’ll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one. Where could Ifind an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fast-food place?M:Go upstairs and turn right. You’ll see the snack bar on your left.W:Thanks very much. Have a nice day!M:You, too.Intermediate 6M:Quite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore. Forexample, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown businessdistrict. They can go into the business district only if they have the pass displayed on theirwindshield. Another thing Singapore has done is to make it difficult to buy cars. People have toapply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Noteveryone can get one. There is also a high tax on cars. So it costs three or four times as much tobuy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada. The other thing Singaporehas done is to build an excellent public transportation system. Their subway system is one of thebest in the world. And there is also a very good and taxi and bus system.Intermediate 7M:What do you think?W1:Well, it has just as many bedrooms as the last apartment. And the living room is huge.W2:But the bedrooms are too small. And there isn’t enough closet space for my clothes.M:And it’s not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.W1:But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.M:Let’s see if the real estate agent has something else to show us. Well, how do you like thisplace, then?W2:Oh, it’s much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are huge!W1:Yes, they are nice and big.W2:And they are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!W1:Yes, I guess you could.W2:The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don’t like those dark green walls.M:Oh, I’m we can change the color if we want to.Intermediate 8-1M:Creative Rentals. Good morning.W:Hello. I’m calling the apartment you have for rent.M:Yes, what can I tell you about it?W:Where is it exactly?M:It’s on King Street, just off the freeway.W:Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?M:Yes, I’m afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has threebedroomsand a very large living room.W:I see. And is it in a new building?M:Well, the building is about 50 years old.W:Uh-huh. Well, I’ll think about it.M:OK, thanks for calling.W:Thank you. Bye.Intermediate 8-2W:Hello?M:Hello. Is the apartment you’re advertising still available?W:Yes, it is.M:Can you tell me a little about it?W:Well, it’s a perfect apartment for one person. It’s one room with a kitchen at one end. M:I see. And is it far away from the subway?W:There’s subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located rightdowntown., so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurant everywhere. Butit’s on a high floor, so you don’t hear any street or traffic noise.M:It’s sounds just like the kind of place I’m looking for. I’d like to come see it, please.W:Sure, let me give you the address.Intermediate 9-1M:Yeah, I really need a change. I’ve been doing the same thing for over five years now, and I’mjust learning anything new. It’s the same routine every day, and I’m really sick of sitting in front ofthe computer. I think I need to try something totally different. I want to be in a profession thatinvolves meeting people.Intermediate 9-2W:I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get reallybored on the weekends. And if I joined a club, I’d probably get to meet people and make newfriends.Intermediate 9-3M:I should take a typing course this summer. I really need it for my school work. And people saythat if you can type really well, it’s something you’ll find useful later in life.Intermediate 9-4W:Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I’ve gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don’t lose weight now, I won’t be able to get into any of my summerclothes.Intermediate 10-1M1:So, where are you working now, Terry?M2:Oh, I’m still at the bank. I don’t like it, though.M1:That’s too bad. Why not?M2:Well, it’s boring, and it doesn’t pay very well.M1:I know what you mean. I don’t like my job, either. I wish I could find a better job.M2:Actually, I don’t want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot of money so I could retire now.M1:Hmm, how old are you?M2:Uh, twenty-six.Intermediate 10-2M1:So, how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?M2:Oh, you didn’t know? She and I broke up a couple month ago. We decided we needed abreak from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we could get back together again.M1:I’m sure you will.M2:I’m really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?M1:I’m not sure, but I’d love something that would involve travel. And I’d really like to move toanother city. I’m sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.M2:I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.Intermediate 11-1W:Hey, this sounds good, snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?M:No, I haven’t.W:Oh, there are delicious! I had them last time. Like to try some?M:No, thanks, they sounds strange.W2(waitress):Have you decided on an appetizer yet?W:Yes, I’ll have the snails, please.W2:And you, sir?M:I think I’ll have the fried brains.W:Fried brains? Now that really sounds strange!Intermediate 11-2W:Oh, good, here comes the waitress now!W2:Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir~ the fried brains.M:Thank you.W:Mmm, the snails are delicious! How are the brains?M:Well, I think they’re~ yuck! Oh, sorry, I guess brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I’mgoing to order something else, if you don’t mind.W:Oh, sure. Go ahead.M:Miss! Excuse miss!W2:Yes?M:Uh, I really don’t care for this appetizer. Could you bring me something else?W2:Yes, of course. What would you like instead?W:Try the snails.M:No, I don’t think so. I’ll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and bring me a nice, juicyhamburger~ medium rare~ with French fries and a large soda.Intermediate 11-3W1:Have you finished with this?M1:No, I’m still drinking it, thanks.M2:Did you order this?W2:Yes, that’s mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious!M3:Don’t you like it?W3:I haven’t tasted it yet. I’m waiting for the waitress to bring me a fork.M4:Did you enjoy it?W4:Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.W5:How is it?M5:Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.M6:Your turn or mine?M7:It’s my treat this tine. You paid last time. Remember?Intermediate 13-1W1:I’m so excited, we have two weeks off! What are you going to do?W2:I’m not sure. I guess I’ll stay home. Maybe I’ll catch up my reading. What about you? Any plans?W1:Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I’m going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming.W2:Sounds great!W1:Say, why don’t you come with us? We have plenty of room.W2:Do you mean it? I’d love to!Intermediate 13-2M:Have you planed anything for the summer, Brenda?W:Yeah. I’m going to work the first month and save some money. Then I’m going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister. She’s working in Guadalajara. She says it’s really interesting there, so I want to go and see what it’s like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I’m really looking forward to it.Intermediate 13-3W1:So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?W2:Oh, I’m doing something really exotic this year.W1:You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and stayed on the beach for two weeks. This year, I’m going white-water rafting!W2:Oh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?W1:Oh, well, you know. It’s in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it’ll be really exciting.W2:Oh, I’m doing some rock climbing, too. And you call that a vacation?Intermediate 14-1M:Hi, I’m your new neighbor, George Rivera. I lived in the next door.W:Oh, hi. I’m Stephanie Lee.M:So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?W:Not right now, but thanks.M:Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? Thewalls are really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.W:Oh, I’m sorry, I didn’t realize that. I’ll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, isthere a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood?M:Yeah, there’s a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their lasagna. It’s delicious!Intermediate 14-2M:Hello, I’m sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.W:Really?M:Yes, do you drive a blue Honda?W:Yes, I do.M:Well, there’s blue Honda parked in space 13 and that’s my space.W:Oh, I’m so sorry. My son must have put it in the wrong space. Ours is the one right next toyours- number 12. Let get my keys, and I’ll go right down and move the car.M:Thanks.W:And I’ll make sure my son doesn’t do it again.M:I appreciate it.Intermediate 15-1M1:Jason~ Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.M2:Oh, but this is my favorite program!M1:I know, but it’s very loud.M2:OK, I’ll turn it down.M1:That’s better, thanks.W1:Lisa, please pick up your things. They’re all over the living room floor.W2:In a minute, Mom, I’m on the phone.W1:OK, but do it as soon as you hang up.W2:Sure.No problem.W1:Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?M1:Definitely!Intermediate 15-2M:Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He’s always forgetting where his car keys are. Itdrives me crazy.W:And he can never find his glasses either.M:I know.W:You know what drives me crazy about Mom?M:What?W:Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just love them.M:Yeah, I think she watches them for hours everyday.W:Oh, well~ I guess they’re just getting old. I hope I never get like that.M:Me, too. Hey, let’s go and play a video game.W:Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?Intermediate 16-1M:Did you know next week is Halloween? It’s on October 31st.W:So what do you do on Halloween? We don’t have that holiday in Russia.M:Well, it’s a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people’s doors andask for candy by saying the words ‘TRICK OR TREAT’.W:Hmm. Sounds interesting.M:But it’s not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parities. Hey, my friend Pete is having aparty. Would you like to go?W:Sure, I’d love to.Intermediate 16-2W:So are we going to wear costumes to the party?M:Of course. That’s half the fun. Last year I rented this great Dracula costume, and this year I’mgoing as a clown.W:A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.M:Hey!W:Oh, I’m just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should I wear?M:Why don’t you go as a witch? I saw a terrific which outfit at the costume store.W:A witch~ yeah, that’s a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.Intermediate 17W1:You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?W2:Yesa, it is.W1:Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?W2:Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the bride usually changes into aWestern bridal dress during the reception.W1:Oh, I didn’t know that. Did you get married in a church, Mari?W2:No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.W1:Oh, a shrine~W2:Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.W1:Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?W2:Well, only the immediate family attended the ceremony~ You know, our parents,grandparents, brothers and sisters~W1:And what about the reception? What was that like?W2:Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception~ about 100 people. And the first thingthat happened was that the main guests gave formal speeches.W1:Speeches?W2:Yes, and then after that, all the guess were served a formal meal. While everyone was eatingand drinking. Lots of other guests gave short speeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches werefunny.W1:Sounds like fun!W2:Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment during the wedding reception.And then, at the end of the reception, each guest received a present for coming to the wedding.W1:A present from the bride and groom?W2:Yes, it’s a Japanese custom.W1:What a nice custom!Intermediate 19-1M:I don’t know what classes to take this semester. I can’t decide what I want to do with my life.Have you thought about it, Brenda?W:Yes, I have. I think I’d make a good journalist because I love writing.M:Maybe I could be a teacher because I’m very creative. And I like working with kids.W:Oh, I wouldn’t want to be a teacher. I’m too impatient.M:I know one thing I could never do.W:What’s that?M:I could never be a stockbroker, because I’m not good at making decisions quickly.Intermediate 19-2W:My history professor says I should think about a career in politics. But I don’t think I’d make agood politician.M:Why not, Brenda?W:Oh, you know me, I’m terrible at speaking in front of a lot of people-You know, like givingspeeches and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.M:That’s true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I’m having.W:What is it?M:Yoou know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well, my father wants me tobe the manager.W:And you don’t want to?M:No, not at all. I’d be a terrible manager. I’m much too disorganized.Intermediate20-1Intermediate 20-2W(Tour guide):Let me tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to the top. In caseyou’re wondering what the statue is made of. It has a framework inside that’s made of iron; Theouter skin is made of copper. The copper skin is only2.4 millimeters thick. The supportingframework inside the statue is what holds the whole thing together. The Statue of Liberty is amajor tourist attraction, and every about two million people from all over the world come hereto visit it.Intermediate 21-1M:How did you get into modeling, Stacy?W:Well, when I graduated from drama school, I moved to Los Angeles to look for work as anactress. I was going to auditions every day, but I never got any parts. And I was running out ofmoney.M:So, what did you do?W:I got a job as a waitress in a seafood restaurant. While I was working there, a customer offeredme some work as a model. Within a few weeks, I was modeling full time.M:Wow, what a lucky break!Intermediate 21-2W:So, Richard, what did you do after you graduated？M:Well, I majored in English literature in college.W:Uh-huh.M:So, when I graduated, I tried to make my living as a writer.W:Oh, really?M:Yeah. See. I’ve written a novel. And I’ve sent to eight different publishers, but they all, uh,rejected it. Say, would you like to read it, Stacy? I have it right with me.W:Well, I’d love to read it, Richard~ but not right now. Uh, so do you have a job anything?M:Oh, yes. I’m in sales.W:Oh,! Where?M:Actually, I’m a sales clerk in a hardware store, but when my novel sales, I know I’ll be the bestselling author and I’ll make lots of money.Intermediate 22-1M:Hey, Joan! I haven’t seen you in ages. What have you been doing lately?W:Nothing exciting. I’ve been working two jobs for the last six months.M:How come?W:I’m saving the money for a trip Europe.M:Well, I’ve only been spending money. I quit my job to the graduate school. I’m studyingjournalism.W:Really? How long have you been doing that?M:For two years, luckily, I finish next month. I’m almost out of money.Intermediate 22-2W:Hey, Bob, how’s it going?M:Pretty good, thanks.W:I haven’t seen you for a while. What have you been up to?M:Well, I’ve been looking for a house to buy. I finally found one last month. I’ll move in nextweek.W:Gee, that’s terrific.M:Yeah, I’m really tired of dealing with landlords. So what have you been doing lately?W:Well, I just got back from a vacation in Italy.M:Italy? Where about in Italy?W:Mostly in the north, around Milan. I have a cousin up there.M:I see, did you have a good time?W:Yeah, it was great. In fact, I just got engaged to a guy I met there.M:You’re kidding! Well, that must have been some vacation!Intermediate 23W:Ugh! I feel awful. I really have to stop smoking.M:So why don’t you quit?W:Well, if I quit, I might gain weight!M:A lot of people do, but~W:And if I gain weight, I won’t be able to fit into any of my clothes!M:Well, you can always go on a diet.W:Oh, no. I’m terrible at losing weight diets. So if my clothes don’t fit, I’ll have to buy newones. I’ll have to get a part-time job, and~M:Listen, it is hard to quit, but it’s not that hard. Do you want to know how I did it? Well, givingup smoking isn’t really as hard as you think. I managed to do it, so it can’t be that difficult. Youshould try nicotine gun. You chew it just regular chewing gun, and you don’t feel like smoking.W:Well, I guess it’s worth a try.Intermediate 24-1W:Welcome to A Night at the Movies! I’m Pauline Kahn~M:And I’m Colin Hale. Good evening!W:Tonight we’re going to review the new James Bond film. Well, I really liked this new JamesBond actor very, very much!M:Mm-hmm.W:He’s the best actor they’re ever had in the role-warm, human, even funny. A totallybelievable character.M:I have to agree, a perfect double-oh- seven type. Pauline, what do you think of the story?W:It was a standard story for a Bond movie~ Uh, the usual beautiful women, the usual evil villain-nothing new.M:Well, I’m surprised. I have to say that I thought the story was unusually good. The race carscenes were exciting , and the surprise ending was great.W:Well, I can’t agree with you there!Intermediate 24-2M:Well, what do you think about the photography?W:I was not very impresses at all by the photography. Everything looks fake, not real. I can’tbelieve it was actually filmed in Africa where the story took place.M:I can’t believe you! I haven’t seen such good photography in a long time, especially in theaction scenes.W:Now that brings up another weakness in the film, the special effects. Again, it just the sameold stuff~ the car that flies, the pen that’s really a gun. You get tired of that kind of thing.M:I’d hardly think you and I saw the same movie, Pauline. I have to say that the special effectswere the best ever in a Bond film. For example, the scene where ~W:Excesu me, Colin. We’re going to have to break for a commercial.M:You’re right, Pauline. We’ll be right back with our ratings.Intermediate 25M:Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with aphone call.W:You’re kidding! If I found $750,000, I wouldn’t return it so fast.M:Why? What would you do?W:Well, I’d go straight to Las Vegas, and try my luck in the casinos. I could double the money in aday and keep $750,000 for myself.M:You might also lose it all in a day. And then you could go to jail.W:Hmm, you’ve got a point there.Intermediate 28W1:How do you like your new boss?M1:She’s OK. I just wish she’d learn to lighten up a little.W1:What do you mean?M1:Oh, she never enjoys a joke. She never laughs, it’s hard to even get a smile out of her.M2:Look what Mary gave me! Isn’t this a great book?W2:Yeah, it is! Mary’s so sweet. She’s always giving her friends and co-workers presents. I wish there were more people like her in this world.W3:What do you think of the new French teacher?M3:Well, she’s kind of strange. She’s in good mood one minute and in a terrible mood the next.M4:Hey, what’s wrong?W4:I’m fed up with my brother! It seems as if he’s always angry at me about something.M4:Really?W4:Yeah. He gets upset so easily. I don’t what’s the matter with him.。