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2018 Ishow中级班文本2.0

目录 一、滑冰

二、Yuhong（移民）

三、照片（叔叔的小屋，爷爷奶奶家） 四、等车，写投诉信

五、新加坡交通（限行，限购，缴税，地铁） 六、机场问路 七、看房子 八、问房子

九、Terry（工作，分手） 十、戒烟，改变，加俱乐部，减肥 十一、snails with garlic， fried brain

十二、周计划（Florida），暑假计划（work，Guadalajara in Mexico ） 十三、背包旅行，参观纽约

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十四、Jason

十五、邻居扰民，停错车位 十六、圣诞节，变装 十七、和服，婚礼 十八、工作打算

十九、工作打算（记者，老师，公务员，餐馆） 二十、自由女神像 二十一、埃及金字塔，长城 二十二、模特，作家

二十三、Joan，Bob近期情况（旅行，买房） 二十四、看电影 二十五、拾金不昧 二十六、电话咨询节目

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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 the 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.

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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!

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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 the 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

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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.

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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 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 have a great shell collection. In fact, I think it’s still up in the attic!

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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!

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1.A: Why is there never a bus when you want one?

B: Good question. There aren’t enough buses on this route.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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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?

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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, um,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.

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3.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 fifty years old. B: Uh-huh. Well, I’ll think about it. A: OK. Thanks for calling. B: Thank you. Bye

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1.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.

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2.A:Town and city rentals.How can I help you?

B:Hi! Um,Is that apartment you advertised still available? A:Yes, it is.

B:Oh, good. Um, listen,I,I can’t pay too much. So the low prise you asking is…is really good for me.

A:Great.

B;And how big is it?

A:It’s two rooms plus the kichen and bathroom. B:Well, is it a 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. Uh, let see, oh yeah, does the apartment have a lot of windows?

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A:Windows, yes, there are plenty of windows, but unfortunately,there is’n much light really. See, there’s another building right next to ours.

B:Oh,that’s OK. I’m never around in the day anyway. Do you think it’s alright if I come and look at it?

A:Anytime.When you wanna see it.

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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.

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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.

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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

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a 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.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.

4.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.

5.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

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lose weight now, I won’t be able to get into any of my summer clothes.

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1.A: Hey, this sounds good — snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?

B: No, I haven’t

A: 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!

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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.

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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 this A: 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?

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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?

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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.

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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.

Interviewer: How safe is New York City for tourists?

Spokesperson: New York is a much safer place than many people think. In fact, it’s the safest it’s been in thirty years!Interviewer: Oh, that’s good to hear!

Spokesperson: Yes, but that doesn’t mean people don’t have to be careful; tourists 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 on your own if

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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.

Interviewer: Yes, I agree. We are! Spokesperson: Uh-huh.

Interviewer: Is there any other advice you can give visitors to the Big Apple?

Spokesperson: Well, another thing to remember is not to leave anything valuable in your car if you have one. Don’t leave suitcases on the back seat where people can see them, and it’s better not to even leave them in the truck. Most cars are very easy to get into. So it’s not worth the risk. But most people have a great time when they come to New Yo

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rk. And you will, too. If you use your common sense.

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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 very 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.

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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?

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3.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.

4.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.

5.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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

3. A: Gee, Bob, you’re really late. You said you’d be here at six, and look at the time. It’s almost six thirty!

B: I’m really sorry. Tell you what: I’ll pay for dinner. A: Oh, it’s all right. You don’t have to do that. B: No, I want to pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.

A: Well, hey, OK – if you insist. Thanks!

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1.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 the 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.

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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 out fit at the costume store.

A: A witch… yeah, that’s a good idea. So after I scare people, you can make them laugh.

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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.

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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?

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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!

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1.A: So what kind of job are you looking for?

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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 later

2.A: 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!

3.A: What kind of job do I have in mind? Well, I don’t want a regular nine-to–five job. Eventually, I’d like to get into

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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.

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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.

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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 and things. And politicians have to speak in public all the time.

Tim: that’s true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I’m having.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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 death, his body was turned into what is called a “mummy.” The preserved it. The King’s mummy was placed inside the pyramid, together with treasures and the King’s belongings.

B: 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.

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1.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, I tried to make my living as a writer. A: Oh, really?

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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.

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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 months

A: How come?

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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.

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B: Italy? Where abouts 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!

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1.Paul: Do you want to see a movie tonight? Carol: Hmm. Maybe. What’s playing?

Lynn: How about the new Steven Spielberg film? I hear it’s really exciting.

Carol: Who’s Steven Spielberg?

Paul: You know. He directed Jaws, E.T., and Jurassic Park.

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Carol: Oh, Jurassic Park was boring. The book by Michael Crichton was fascinating, but the movie was terrible!

Lynn: Well, I’m interested in that new Johnny Depp movie. It’s a romance. It’s been playing for about a month.

Carol: Now that sounds good. I’ve never seen him in a romance, and I think he’s a wonderful actor!

2. 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 want to go there and see it for myself sometime.

3.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!

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A: And wasn’t the ending great?

B: Yeah, it really was! Such a surprise! And the whole story moved along so fast, too!

4.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.

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1.A: Look at this. Some guy found $750,000! He returned it and the owner thanked him with a phone call.

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