Jumat, 30 Januari 2015

English Conversations hal 199



Buying Flowers

1
A: I need some flowers for my wife because it is her birthday.
B: We have some fresh red roses.
A: How much are the roses?
B: Twenty dollars per dozen.
A: That sounds like a good deal.
B: Yes, that is today's sale price.
A: I'll take a dozen.
B: Is there anything else you'd like to get?
A: No, the roses will be fine.
B: I'm sure your wife will love them.

2
A: It's my wife's birthday, and I'm going to buy her some flowers.
B: Perhaps you'd be interested in red roses.
A: How much do the roses cost?
B: They're only $20 a dozen.
A: That sounds good, since last year I paid $30.
B: Yes, you're saving money because they're on sale today.
A: I'll take a dozen of your most beautiful roses.
B: Could I interest you in anything else?
A: No, I'll just give her the roses and a card.
B: She should be very pleased with these roses.

3
A: I need to buy some flowers for my wife's birthday.
B: Red roses are always a popular gift for birthdays.
A: What would the roses cost me?
B: You can get a dozen for only $20.
A: That's a price that I like.
B: You're in luck today because the roses are on sale.
A: I'll purchase the roses.
B: Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses?
A: No, the roses are good enough.
B: These roses should make your wife very happy.

Choosing a Gift

1
A: I have no idea what to buy for Mary for her birthday.
B: Me, neither! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together?
A: Yes, that would be good!
B: We need to think about what she might like. What are her interests?
A: If I remember right, she likes music, skiing, and reading.
B: You know, maybe we could get her some concert tickets. Who would know her favorite groups?
A: Her roommate, Malia, might know what her favorite groups are.
B: Yeah, Malia would be able to help us choose a concert.
A: Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now.
B: Good! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift.

2
A: I can't figure out what to get Mary for her birthday.
B: I am having a problem figuring that out myself. Do you want to pick something out together?
A: Yes, that way we would have more money to spend.
B: She has a lot of interests. What things do you think she likes to do the best?
A: Well, she really likes going hiking, listening to music, and travel.
B: The music idea sounds good. I wonder who knows what concerts she might like to go to?
A: Maybe we could ask her roommate, Malia, who her favorite groups are.
B: Malia would be a great help. She has known Mary a long time.
A: Let's e-mail Malia and ask her for her suggestions.
B: I think that maybe Malia might like to contribute to this gift too.

3
A: I have been trying hard to pick out a cool gift for Mary for her birthday.
B: That's been challenging for me too. Would you like to go in with me and choose something together?
A: Yes, two heads are better than one.
B: What does she like to do? That might help us pick something out.
A: She seems to really enjoy music, getting pedicures, and going to the movies.
B: Maybe we could get her some concert tickets. Do you know who might know what concert she might like to go to?
A: I think that her roommate, Malia, could give us some suggestions.
B: Malia definitely could help us. She knows Mary very well.
A: I am going to see Malia this afternoon after class and ask her what she thinks.
B: That will work out well. Perhaps Malia would like to help buy this gift.

Greeting a Visitor

1
A: Welcome, Ron, come on in!
B: Hi, Malia! What a nice home!
A: We enjoy it too!
B: How long have you lived here?
A: About four years now.
B: Well, it is very beautiful.
A: Ron, have a seat and I'll get us something to drink.
B: Good! I am really thirsty. You know it really is hot outside!
A: I have lemonade, iced tea, and mango juice.
B: Mango juice would be perfect. Thank you!

2
A: Hi Ron, please come in!
B: Good to see you, Malia. I love your house!
A: We are very lucky to be living in this house.
B: Have you lived here a long time?
A: This was my parents' house, so I grew up here.
B: It seems to be perfect for you.
A: Come on in and see the kitchen, and I'll get us both something to drink.
B: Great! It's such a hot day today, isn't it?
A: Would you like lemonade, iced tea, or mango juice?
B: I would love a nice glass of lemonade.

3
A: Come right on in, Ron, and welcome to our home!
B: It's so nice to see you, Malia. What a wonderful home!
A: We really like living in this neighborhood.
B: How long have you had this house?
A: We just moved here last year.
B: It's a beautiful home. You've done a great job decorating it.
A: I've got some drinks for us in the kitchen.
B: That would be wonderful. It was really hot driving over here.
A: I can offer you lemonade, iced tea, or mango juice.
B: Iced tea sounds really good right now!

Greeting an Old Friend

1
A: Hi, I haven't seen you in a while.
B: Yes, it has been a long time!
A: How long has it been since we last saw each other?
B: I think that we last saw each other two years ago.
A: What have you been doing for the past two years?
B: I have been going to graduate school at USC.
A: What are you majoring in?
B: I am studying international communications.
A: You should easily be able to find a job with that major.
B: I am counting on being able to get a good job.

2
A: Hello, it's been a long time since I have seen you.
B: It is true that I have not seen you in a while.
A: Exactly how long do you think that it has been?
B: I believe that it has been two years since we last saw each other.
A: So where have you been since I last saw you?
B: I am working on my doctorate at USC.
A: What is your field of emphasis?
B: I decided to pursue international communications.
A: I think that you will be very employable after you finish your degree.
B: I hope that when I finish I will find good work.

3
A: It has certainly been a long time since I saw you last.
B: It has been a long time since I last saw you.
A: Can you remember when we last saw each other?
B: It was about two years ago that we saw each other.
A: What have you been up to for the past two years?
B: I am finishing up my doctorate at USC.
A: What subject did you decide to study?
B: International communications is my field.
A: That sounds like a very marketable degree.
B: I am expecting to get my degree and find an interesting position.

Accepting Food or Drinks

1
A: Ashley, what a great dinner party!
B: Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water.
A: Just water would be fine.
B: Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken?
A: Yes, the chicken looks wonderful!
B: How about some salad to go with your chicken?
A: Sure, I love salad!
B: Would you like to have rice with your chicken?
A: Yes, I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken!
B: Good! Julie, if you could pass this plate down to Joe, I think we are all set.

2
A: What a wonderful dinner you've prepared, Ashley!
B: Thanks, Joe. Would you like some wine, mango juice, or water to go with your dinner?
A: I think that a glass of wine would be perfect.
B: Here is your beverage. If you pass me your plate, I can dish you up some chicken.
A: Yes, the chicken smells great!
B: Can I interest you in some salad to go with your chicken?
A: I would love to have some salad!
B: I also have rice. Would you like some rice on the side?
A: Yes, I absolutely love chicken and rice.
B: Excellent! If Julie could pass this plate down to you, we can dig in!

3
A: Oh Ashley, your dinner looks delicious!
B: I appreciate the compliment, Joe. What would you prefer with your meal--wine, mango juice, or water?
A: Mango juice would be a good choice for me.
B: Julie can pour your drink for you. Can I offer you some chicken?
A: Yes, that chicken looks yummy!
B: Would you like some salad to go with your chicken?
A: Yes, I would enjoy having some salad.
B: I have also prepared rice. Are you ready for some rice?
A: Yes, chicken and rice are a favorite of mine.
B: Good! Julie, could you pass this plate to Joe so we can get started?

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