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Elementary Difficult Customer (B0001)
be a mixup, unfortunately were overbooked
A: Good evening. My name is Fabio, Ill be
at the moment .
your waiter for tonight. May I take your
B: So&
order?
A: Not to worry. Were pleased to offer you a
B: No, Im still working on it. This menu is
complimentary upgrade.
not even in English. Whats good here?
B: Presidential suite baby!
A: For you sir, I would recommend spaghetti
Elementary The Office I need an assist
and meatballs.
ant! (C0004)
B: Does it come with coke and fries?
A: ...like I told you before, we just dont
A:It comes with either soup or salad and a
have the resources to hire you an assistant.
complimentary glass of wine, Sir.
B: I understand that, but the fact is were
B: Ill go with the spaghetti and meatballs,
understaffed.
salad and the wine.
A: The timing is just not right. The economy
A: Excellent choice, your order will be ready
is bad, and its too risky to take on new staff.
soon.
B: Yeah, I guess youre right.... heres an
B: How soon is soon?
idea, what
A: Twenty minutes?
if we hire an intern? She would take some of
B: You know what? Ill just go grab a burger
the weight off my shoulders.
across the street.
A: She?
Elementary Calling In Sick (B0002)
B: Yeah, you know, a recent graduate. She
A: Hello, Daniel speaking, how may I help
could give me a hand with some of these
you?
projects and we could keep our costs down.
B: Hi, Daniel, Julie here.
A: That sounds reasonable... let me see what
A: Hi, Julie, how are you?
I can do.
B: Actually, Im feeling quite ill today.
A: Tony, Id like to introduce you to your new
A: Im sorry to hear that. Whats wrong?
assistant.
B: I think Im coming down with the flu. I
B: OK, great! Lets meet her!
have a headache, a sore throat a runny nose
C: Hi, Im Adam.
and Im feeling slightly feverish.
B: Oh... hi... Im Tony...
A: I see... so youre calling in sick?
Elementary Daily Life Cut In Line (C00
B: Yes, I was hoping to take the day off to
05)
recover.
A: I cant believe it took us two hours to get
A: OK, then. Try and get some rest.
here. The traffic in New York is unbelievable.
Elementary Daily Life Hotel Upgrade (
B: Yeah, but just relax honey, were here and
C0003)
were going on vacation. In a few hours well
A: Good afternoon. What can I do for you?
be in Hawaii, and youll be on the golf
B: Id like to check in please. I have a
course.
reservation
A: Oh no!Look at that line! It must be a mile
under
the
name
Anthony
Roberts.
long!
A: All right R.O.B.E.R.T.S... Oh, Mr. Roberts
Theres no way Im waiting for another two
weve been expecting you& and here is your
hours.
keycard to the presidential suite.
B: Honey... dont...
B: But there must be some mistake; my
C: Hey man, the end of the line is over there.
reservation was for a standard room.
A: Yeah...
A: Are you sure? Let me double check.
C: No seriously, I was here first, and you
B:
cant cut in line like this.
Yeah&Here,
this
is
my
confirmation
number.
A: Says who?
A: Youre right Mr. Roberts, there seems to
C: I do!
1
A: So sue me!
neighbourhood? Do you live around here?
C: Alright...thats it....
B: Actually, my office is right around the
Elementary The Weekend Road Trip (
corner.
C0006)
A: It was great to meet you last week at the
A: So, are we all ready to go?
conference. I really enjoyed our conversation
B: Yup, I think so. The cars packed; we have
about foreign investment.
munchies and music, and the maps in the
B: Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting. You
car.
know, Im in a bit of a hurry, but heres my
A: Did you get the camera?
card. We should definitely meet up again and
B: Got it! Did you fill up the tank?
continue our discussion.
A: Yup, its all set.
A: Sure, you still have my contact details,
B: Youre sure were not forgetting anything?
right?
A: Im sure... weve got all our bases
B:
covered.
embarrassing,
B: Well& lets get going then! I love road
slipped my mind. Can you remind me?
trips!
A: Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Dont worry
B: Um... do you think we can make a pit
about it; it happens to me all the time. Im
stop?
terrible with names too.
A: But weve only been on the road for ten
Elementary The Weekend Silence plea
minutes.
se! (C0009)
B: I know, but I forgot to go to the bathroom
A: Those people in front of us are making so
before
much noise. Its so inconsiderate!
we left.
B: Dont worry about it; its not such a big
Elementary The Office Virus! (C0007)
deal.
A: Oh great! This stupid computer froze
A: Oh... I cant hear a thing! Excuse me, can
again! Thats the third time today! Hey
you keep it down?
Samuel, can you come take a look at my PC?
C: Sure, sorry bout that!
Its acting up again. It must have a virus or
A: Someones phone is ringing!
something.
B: Honey, I think its your phone. Did you
B: Just give me a second; Ill be right up.
forget to switch it off?
B: I ran a virus scan on your computer, and
A:
it turns out that you have a lot of infected
embarrassing!
files!
C: Do you mind keeping it down? Im trying
A: But Im quite careful when Im browsing
to watch a movie here!
the internet, I have no idea how I could have
Elementary The Office Driving Sales (
picked up a virus.
C0010)
B: Well, you have to make sure that your
A: All right, people. Were holding this
anti-virus
regularly;
meeting today because weve got to do
yours wasnt up to date, thats probably what
something about our sales, and we need to
was causing your problems.
do it NOW! I want concrete solutions. How do
A: Ok. Anything else?
you intend to drive sales... Roger?
B: Yeah, try not to kick or hit the computer!
B: Well, in fact, were the most expensive in
A: Um yeah& Sorry about that.
the market, so maybe we need to lower our
Elementary Daily Life Whats your na
prices to match the competitors?
me again? (C0008)
A: Lower our prices? Not very creative. Itll
A: Nick! Hows it going?
never fly with Swan. What kind of thinking is
B: Oh, hey...
that? Geez. Anybody else have a better plan?
A:
What
software
are
is
you
updated
doing
in
this
You
Oh,
Natalie?
2
know
no!
what,
but
your
Youre
this
name
right.
is
really
has
Thats
just
so
C: Um, perhaps, um, a sales promotion.
doing anything tonight, I would like to have
Maybe a two-for-one offer, or something like
you both for dinner.I mean...I would like to
that!
have you both over for dinner.
A: What? Thats the same thing. Bad idea.

Really bad idea. Dammit people come on!
Elementary Daily Life Cleaning the Ho
Think! The CEO will be here any minute.
use (C0012)
D: Do we have any ideas yet?
A: Honey, the house is such a mess! I need
C: Yes Mr. Swan, we were kind of considering
you to help me tidy up a bit. My boss and her
a two-for- one offer to get more competitive.
husband are coming over for dinner and the
D: A two-for-one promotion? Hmm. I kind of

like
the
sound
of
that.
It
sounds
house needs to be spotless!
like
B: Im in the middle of something right now.
something we should consider.
Ill be
A: Yeah, exactly. Just what I was thinking! In
there in a second.
fact, thats a brilliant idea! Im glad we
A: This cant wait! I need your help now!
thought of that.
B: Alright, alright. Im coming.
Very creative.
A: Ok, heres a list of chores we need to get
Elementary Daily Life New Guy in Tow
done. Ill do the dishes and get all the
n (C0011)
groceries for tonight. You can sweep and

mop the floors. Oh, and the furniture needs
A: Oh, I dont know if you heard, but
to be dusted.
someone moved into that old house down
B: You know what, I have to pick something
the road.
up at the mall, so why dont you clean the
B: Yeah, I know. I met the owner of the
floors and Ill go to the supermarket and get
house yesterday as he was moving in. His
all the groceries.
name is Armand.
A: Sure thats fine. Here is the list of all the
A: Really? Whats he like? You have to fill me
things you need to get. Dont forget anything!
in.
And can
B: Actually, hes a bit strange. I dont know...
you pick up a bottle of wine on your way
Ive got a bad feeling about him.
home?
A: Really? Why?
B: Hey, honey Im back. Wow, the house
B:
Well,
yesterday
brought
over
looks really
housewarming gift,but Armand started acting
good!
really weird, and then he practically kicked
A: Great! Can you set the table?
me out! I tried to, sort of, peek into his
B: Just a sec Im just gonna vacuum this rug
house, but everything was so dark inside
real fast
that I couldnt really get a good look.
A: Wait! Dont turn it on...
A: Well, youll never guess what I saw this
Elementary The Office Out Of Control
morning.
Spending (C0013)
A delivery truck pulled into his driveway, and
A: OK, so now the last point on our agenda.
it dropped off a long, rectangular box. It
Jill, lets
almost looked like a coffin!
go over the profit and loss statement.
B: You see! Why would he...
B: Great. Well, the main issue here, as you
C: Hello ladies...
can see,
B: Ah, Armand! You scared the heck out of
is that our expenses are through the roof.
me! This
A: Lets see... These numbers are off the
is my friend Doris.
charts!
C: A pleasure to meet you...If you are not
Whats going on here!

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B: Well, um, sir, the company expenditures
A: I feel terrible, I really didnt mean to
on entertainment and travel are out of
knock you over. My tire, just exploded, and I
control. Look at these bills for example. Just
lost control of my bike. Really, it was an
this month weve paid over twenty thousand
accident. Please accept my apologies.
dollars for hotel charges!
B: Just let me try to stand up.
A: OK, thank you. Ill look into it.
SONG: Why do birds suddenly appear, every
B: The list goes on and on. Here, this is a bill
time you
for five
are near?
thousand dollars for spa treatments!
A: Are you okay?
A: Thank you; that will be all. Ill take care of
B: Oh, wait a second, you seem really
it.
familiar, I think I know you from somewhere.
B: Look at this one sir, eight thousand dollars
A: Yeah, I think we have met somewhere
were spent in one night at a place called
before. Thats right! We met at Aarons place
Wild Things?!
last
A: OK, I get it!! Thank you for your very
anyway, Im glad to see that youre not too
thorough analysis!
badly hurt, and I should probably get going.
Elementary Im in Debt (B0014)
I have a nine oclock meeting.
A: Hello, Im here to see Mr. Corleone.
B: Ouch! My ankle! I think its broken! You
B: Right this way, sir.
cant
C: Charlie! What can I do for you?
just leave me like this! Are you calling an
B: Mr. Corlone, Im really sorry to trouble
ambulance?
you, but I
A: Nope, Im canceling my appointment so
need your help.
that I
C: Anything for you, Charlie! Your father was
can stay here with you.
like a
SONG: Do you remember when we met?
brother to me.
Thats the day I knew you were my pet. I
B: Well, sir, you see, this recession has hit
wanna tell you how much I love you.
weekend!
What
coincidence!
But
me pretty
Elementary Turn left here! (B0016)
hard; I lost my job and Im in a lot of debt.

C: I see. . . . . .
A: Hurry up, get in.
B: Yeah, you know, Ive got credit card bills,
B: Im in, lets go!
car payments, Ive got to pay my mortgage;
A: OK, make a left here. . . no wait, I meant
and on top of all that, I have to pay my sons
make a
college tuition.
right. Come on, speed up!
C: So youre asking for a loan.
B: Geez! Whats the rush?
B: Well, I just thought maybe you could help
A: Dont worry about it, just drive. Oh, no,
me out.
the light is
C: What? At a time like this? Im broke too,
about to change. . . step on it!
you know! Youre not the only one who has
B: Are you nuts! Im not going to run a red
been hit by the recession! I lost half my
light!
money in the stock market crash! Go on! Get
A: Whatever. Just turn right here. . . .The
outa here!
freeway will be packed at this hour. . . .lets
Elementary Daily Life Im sorry, I love
take a side street. Go on! Get out of our
you (C0015)
way! Move, move!
A: Whoa, whoa, whats going on? Watch out!
B: Whats your problem! Geez. Having a fit is
B: Hey, watch where youre going!
not
A: Oh, no! Im so sorry! Are you all right?
going to help!
B: Oh...I dont know.

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A: Here, I know a short cut....just go down
this
is
an
injustice!
The
financial
here, and well cut though Ashburn Heights.
irresponsibility of big business has to stop!
Lets go, lets go! Watch out for that lady!
Were there to show the government that we
B: Im going as fast as I can!
dont like the way that theyre spending our
A: Yes! We made it. 5:58, just before the
tax dollars!
library
A: Sir but what exactly is making everyone
closes.
so angry?
B: Youre such a geek!
B: Its an absolute outrage, Sarah, the US

government wants to give 25 billion dollars
Elementary Here Comes the Bride (B00
of taxpayers money to the auto industry.
17)
These
are
companies
that
have
been
mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt.
A: I cant believe that Anthony is finally
A: I see. But, many supporters of the bailout
getting married!
argue that it could help save the jobs of
B: Yeah well its about time! Hes been living
millions of hardworking Americans.
with his
B: That maybe true, and I for one dont want
parents for 40 years!
to see anyone lose their job, but how can
A: Dont be mean. Look here come the
these CEOs ask for a bailout when theyre
bridesmaids!
making millions of dollars? And then, they
Their dresses look beautiful!
have the nerve to fly to Washington in
B: Who are those kids walking down the
private
aisle?
jets!
This
costs
hundreds
of
thousands of dollars! And theyre asking for
A: Thats the flower girl and the ring bearer.
money! That is just not right!
Im pretty sure theyre the grooms niece and
A: Good point. This is Sarah OConnell
nephew. Oh, they look so cute!
reporting live from Washington D. C., back to
B: I just hope the priest makes it quick. Im
you, Tom.
starving. I hope the foods good at the

reception.
Elementary The Weekend Christmas C
A: Thats all you ever think about, food! Oh,
hronicles I (C0019)
I think the brides coming now! She looks

gorgeous. Wait, whats she doing? Wheres
A: I hate working on Christmas Eve! Whoa!
she going?
Get a load of this guy! Come in central, I
B: Oh great! Does this mean that the
think weve got ourselves a situation here.
reception is
B: License and registration please. Have you
canceled?
been drinking tonight, sir?

A: I had one or two glasses of eggnog, but
Elementary UpperIntermediate Prote
nothing else.
st! (D0018)
B: Step out of the vehicle, please. Sir, what

do you have in the back?
A: This is Action 5 News reporter Sarah
A: Just a few Christmas gifts, tis the season,
OConnell reporting live from Washington, D.

C.
where
protest
has
broken
after all!
out.
B: Dont take that tone with me. Do you
Thousands of angry citizens are protesting
have an invoice for these items?
against the proposed bailout of the auto

manufacturing
industry!
Sir,
sir,
A: Umm...no...I make these in my workshop
Sarah
in the North Pole!
OConnell, Action 5 news. Can you tell us
B: You are under arrest, sir. You have the
whats happening?
right to remain silent. You better not pout,
B: Yeah, yeah, were here because we feel
you better not cry. Anything you say can and

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will be used against you. You have the right
guess you must be pretty busy at work.
to an attorney; if you cannot afford one, the
D: Well, yeah, a V. P. position is not easy,
state will appoint
you
A: You cant take me to jail! What about my
procedures
nationwide
sleigh? Its Christmas Eve! I have Presents to
departments,
as
deliver! Rudolph! Prancer! Dancer! Get help!
managers in FDA and EPA regulations. I also
know!
implement
well
policies
of
as
train
and
various
junior
have to oversee daily ope

Elementary I Can See Clearly Now (B00
B: Wow, yeah... that sounds exciting.
20)
D: And what about you, Arthur? What do you

do for a living?
A: Hello, Arthur. What seems to be the
B: Oh, Im a Top Gun pilot!
problem?
B: Hey doc. Well, I think I might need
Elementary The Weekend Christmas C
glasses. Im getting headaches, and I really
hronicles II (C0022)
struggle to see things that are far away. But

I have always had 20/20 vision.
A: Really, gentlemen, you cant take me to
A: Sounds like you may be far-sighted. OK,
jail! Dont you know who I am? Kris Kringle,
then, cover your left eye and read the chart
you know, Papa Noel, Pere Noel, Babbo
in front of you.
Natale, sheng dan lao ren!
B: Mmm.. . X, E, R, 3, a question mark, and
B: Yeah, Yeah, weve heard that one before,
I cant quite make out the other symbol but I
havent we Joe?
think its the peace sign.
C: Yeah, last week we booked this guy who
A: Wow, Arthur! Youre as blind as a bat!
claimed to be the tooth fairy! Can you
B: Yeah, I know, my vision is really blurry at
believe that?
times.
A: Its Christmas Eve and I have all these
A: Ok then, head on over to the other room
Presents to deliver! Where is your Christmas
and pick out some frames while I fill out your
spirit? What will happen when all the children
prescription.
wake up tomorrow and dont find any gifts in
B: Thanks doc!
their stockings?
A: Arthur, thats the bathroom.
B: Sorry buddy, you were parked in a noparking zone, you were speeding, and you
Elementary The Office What Do You D
have no ID!
o? (C0021)
C: Besides that, even if we let you go now,
A:
Oh,
look,
theres
Veronica
and
your sleigh has been impounded and those
her
reindeer were taken to the city zoo.
boyfriend. Shes always going on about him
A: What! This is unbelievable! Whats this
at the office. Oh, great, they saw us. Theyre
world coming to? Christmas is ruined!
coming this way.
C: Whats that up ahead? It looks like...
B: Oh, man...
elves!! Elves!! Whoa, theyre shooting candy
C: Jessica! Arthur! Hi! Id like you to meet
canes! Mayday, Mayday, we are under heavy
my boyfriend Greg, hes the V. P. of quality
attack! We need backup!
and safety for a top Fortune 500 food

company.
Elementary Making an Appointment (B
A: Nice to meet you. This is my husband,
0023)
Arthur.
B: Hey, hows it going?
A: Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I
D: Hello.
help you?
A: Veronica talks about you all the time. I
B: Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and Im

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calling to arrange an appointment with Ms.
business, as many of you are aware, in
McNealy.
recent weeks there has been a lot of media
A: Certainly, what day were you thinking of?
coverage surrounding this bird flu issue. And
B: Hows Thursday? Does she have any time
its come to my attention that our company
available then?
lacks any sort of bird flu contingency plan.
A: Um. . . let me double check. . .
B: Basically, we need to come up with a clear
unfortunately,
on
plan; we need to outline specific actions that
Thursday, how does next Monday work for
our company can take to maintain critical
you?
business
B: Actually, Ive got something scheduled on
strikes.
Monday. Can she do Tuesday?
A: So, what Id like to do is: first appoint
A: Sure, Tuesdays perfect. May I ask where
someone to look after drafting our plan;
youre
Ralph, Id like you to head up this project.
calling from?
C: Sure, no problem. What issues do you
B: Sure, Merton Financial Advisors.
want me to consider?
A: Oh, actually, Tuesdays no good. Sorry
B: Well, lets see, there are a few points we
bout that.
need to be thinking about. . . first, Ill need
shes
booked
solid
functions
in
case
pandemic
you to analyze our numbers and figure out

Elementary Where should we eat? (B00
what kind of financial impact an outbreak
24)
might have.
A: Youll also need to think about how we can
A: Do you two have any plans for the
avoid any of our employees getting infected;
evening?
think of ways to reduce employee-customer
B: We were thinking of checking out a
contact, perhaps some IT solutions that will
restaurant in the neigbourhood. Do you have
allow our people to work from home.
any suggestions?
C: I guess youll need me to forecast
A: I know this really nice Italian place. The
employee absences as well, right? And Ill
food is fantastic, and the decor is beautiful.
think about the impact this will have on our
Id recommend giving it a try.
clients. Hey, what about vaccines? Should we
C: Actually, Im not all that crazy about
be thinking about getting vaccines for our
Italian food; Im in the mood for something a
employees?
bit lighter.
A: Exactly right. So, Ill leave this to you,
A: In that case, I know a great little bistro.
and well review the draft plan in two weeks.
They make a really tasty seafood platter; the
Okay, so, anyone want to order some KFC for
fish is outstanding.
lunch?
B: It sounds fantastic, but Im allergic to

seafood, so. . .
Elementary New Year Resolution (B002
A: Okay, well, let me think. . . Oh, I know
6)
this great little place. Its just a hole in the

wall,
but
they
do
the
most
amazing
A: So, did I tell you about my New Years
sandwiches. You gotta give them a try.
resolution? Ive decided to go on a diet.
C: Ella, you took me there last time I visited,
B: And youre going to completely transform
and I got food poisoning, remember?
your eating habits, right?

A: Exactly! Im going to cut out all that junk
Elementary UpperIntermediate Planni
I eat; no more chips, no more soda, no more
ng For The Worst (D0025)
fried food.
B: Ive heard this one before.
A: Well, right, lets move to our next order of
A: But this time Im going to stick to it. I

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really mean it! Trust me, Carol, Im going to
crashed into your life and you into mine, and
be a new man in one years time!
this may sound crazy, but Im falling
B: Well, I guess well just have to wait and

see.
Elementary Advanced Investing in Em
A: Thanks, honey, that was a great meal. Im
erging Markets (E0029)
stuffed. Do we have any chips left?
A: Dad, Id like to borrow some money.
Elementary Asking for Time Off (B0027
B: Sure, Johnny, how much do you need?
Five bucks?
A: Come on, Dad, I need thirty thousand. I
A: Mr. McKenna, do you have a second? I
wanna get into the market. You know, Im
need to talk to you about something.
tired of hearing all this news about the
B: Sure, Liv, what can I do for you?
economic downturn, the inevitable recession,
A: Well, I was just wondering. . . you see, I
people
know Ive used up all my vacation days this
mattresses. I look at this as an opportunity.
year, but my sister is getting married, and
This is a chance for me to get a jump start
the wedding is overseas, and, well. . .
on building my nest egg.
B: You wanna take some time off, is that
B: I dont know about that; with all the
right?
uncertainty in the markets right now, it
A: Well, sir, I was just hoping that I might be
would be a very unwise decision to invest. I
able to take some unpaid leave this year.
dont know if youre aware son, but there has
B: What dates are you planning on taking
been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently.
off? Ill need at least two months notice, so
There have already been half a million layoffs
that I can plan for your absence.
in the last few months, and we have no idea
A:
was
thinking
of
taking
off
stuffing
their
money
in
their
from
how the proposed stimulus package will
September first until the thirtieth. Would you
impact the economy. Theres just too much
be okay with that?
instability.
B: Well, I guess so.
investing in this climate.
wouldnt
feel
comfortable
A: But look at it this way, every challenge is

Elementary Daily Life Im Sorry, I Love
an opportunity. And anyway, Im not talking
You II (C0028)
about investing in the domestic market.

There are emerging markets that promise
A: Im so relieved that your ankle wasnt
great returns. Look at China, for example;
broken! I feel just awful about this whole
they have 1.4 billion people, half a billion of
thing. I wanna make it up to you. Let me
whom have recently entered the middle
take you out to dinner tonight. My treat.
class. Here alone, the aggregate demand for
B: That sounds great! Id love to! Here is my
consumer
address. Pick me up at eight?
goods
rePresents
an
amazing
wealth generating opportunity.
A: Perfect!
B: Come on, son, youre looking at this too
B: Thank you for such a lovely evening! The
naively, the Chinese market has exhibited a
food was amazing, and I had a great time.
great deal of instability, and their currency
A: Me too. You look so beautiful tonight! I
has
wish this night would never end. Theres
been
devalued
by
almost
whole
percentage point.
something I have to tell you...
A: Fine, then! If thats the way you feel, so
B: What is it?
be it. But youre losing out on a great
A: I woke up today thinking this would be
opportunity here. Im going to go hit up Mum
just like any other ordinary day, but I was
for the cash.
wrong. A twist of fate brought us together. I

8
Elementary Daily Life New Guy in Tow
B: What? No wonder she told me she
n II (C0030)
couldnt make it to the meeting, oh, no, I

think she saw me...
A: Oh, Armand, thank you for such a

thoughtful invitation! Its really very nice of
Elementary Daily Life Opening a Bank
you to invite us over for dinner, dont you
Account (C0032)
think so, Ellen?

B: Oh, yes of course! Wed love to come
A: Next, please. May I help you, sir?
over. Can I bring anything?
B: Hello, yes, Id like to open a bank
C: No, dont worry about it; Ill take care of
account.
everything. Ill see you tonight. Come with
A: Certainly, I can can help you with that.
an appetite... I know I will!
What type of account would you like to open?
B: I dont want go over to his place for
A chequing or a savings account?
dinner! He gives me the creeps! Why on
B: What What features do they offer?
earth did you accept?
A: Well, if you just take a look here, see,
A: Oh come on Ellen, it will be nice to get to
with our chequing account, you can have
know
unlimited
him.
Besides,
hes
new
to
the
daily
transactions
for
small
neighborhood, and it would be rude to
monthly fee, and our savings account has a
decline his invitation.
higher interest rate, but you must carry a
B: I guess so... You always rope me into
minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars.
things like this!
B: I see, well, I think Im more interested in
C: Ladies! Thank you for coming! You look
a chequing account; I like to have easy
delicious...I mean beautiful. Please come in.
access to my money.
A: Oh Oh Armand! You are too kind!
A: Alright, then, with this chequing account
B: How did I get myself into this...
youll be issued a debit card and a cheque

book. Will you require overdraft protection?
Elementary Canceling an Appointment
There is an extra fee for that.
(B0031)
B: No, that wont be necessary.

A: In that case, Ill get you to fill out this
A: Hello, Samantha speaking.
paperwork; Ill need your social insurance
B: Hi Samantha. This is Angela calling.
number, and two pieces of government ID. If
A: Oh, hi Angela, whats up?
you could just sign here, and here, and here;
B: Im just calling about our meeting today. I
well be all set. Would you like to make a
wonder, is it possible to reschedule our
deposit today?
appointment in the afternoon? I have a bit of
B: Yes, Id like to deposit one billion dollars.
an emergency that I need to take care of.

A: Let me see, it shouldnt be too much of a
Elementary Foul! (B0033)
problem...
B:
Im
really
sorry,
hope
it
A: Has the game started yet?
doesnt
inconvenience you too much, its just this
B: Yeah, about 5 minutes ago.
thing came up, and ...
A: Whos winning?
A: Angela, you know what, I cant make it to
B: The Bulls, of course!
our meeting, either. Why dont we postpone
A: What! That wasnt a foul! Cmon, ref!
it to tomorrow afternoon at the same time?
B: Dont worry, Shaq always screws up free
B: Sounds great. See you tomorrow.
throws.
C: Angela..Angela, look up! See that lady
A: You were right! He didnt make the shot!
over there who is trying on a red leather
B: That was a great shot! A three pointer,
jacket? Isnt that Samantha?
yeah!
9
A: Did you see that? He traveled and the ref
representative, Jason Huntley.
didnt call it!
B: Sure, whats up?
B: This ref needs glasses. Hey ref, open your
A: Basically, Ive got a few concerns about
eyes! I cant believe he didnt see that!
him, and the bottom line is, I dont think hes
A: Okay... end of the first quarter... Alright,
a good fit for our company.
Im gonna make a beer run.
B: Okay... what makes you say that? I

thought you were pleased with his overall
Elementary UpperIntermediate Live fr
performance. Didnt you just tell me last
om Washington (D0034)
week how impressed you were with his

attitude?
A: This is Madeline Wright, for BCC News
A: Yeah, his attitude is great, but hes really
reporting live from Washington D. C. where,
unreliable. Sometimes hes really productive,
very shortly, the new President will deliver
but then other times... take last Tuesday for
his inaugural address. Just moments ago, the
instance, he was forty-five minutes late for
President was sworn-in to office; following
our morning meeting!
the United States Constitution the President
B: Well, Im sure he had a perfectly good
swore an oath to faithfully execute the office
reason...
of the presidency.
A: But thats not the only thing... you know,
B: And what exactly is going on now,
he really doesnt have the best work ethic,
Madeline?
Im constantly catching him on MSN and
A: Well, Tom, true to American tradition, the
Facebook when he should be talking to
band has just played Hail to the Chief, and
clients.
the President has been honored by a 21-gun
B: Yeah, but come on, Geoff, as if you dont
salute. Now were waiting for the President to
check Facebook at work. Look, you hired this
take to the stage and deliver his speech.
guy, weve invested a lot of time and money
Tom, its like a whos who of the political
in his training, so now its up to you to coach
world here on Capital Hill, with dignitaries
him. Make it work, Geoff!
representing several different countries.
A: Make it work, Geoff. You would say that,
B: Whats the mood on the ground like,
wouldnt you, he is your cousin; what a jerk,
Madeline?
make me hire your stupid, useless, cousin.
A: In a word, the mood here is electric. The

excitement in the air is palpable; Ive never
Elementary Im Sorry, I Love You III (
seen a larger crowd here on Capital Hill, and
B0036)
the
audience
is
shouting,
crying,
and
embracing each other. On this, a most
A: Steven! Where have you been? Ive been
historic day, you can feel the hope and the
trying to get a hold of you for hours!
excitement in the air. The 20th of January
B: I... um... there was an emergency at
will go down in history as the . . . . Oh, Tom,
work, so...
it
A: I was waiting for you in the restaurant for
looks
like
the
President
is
about
to
begin. . .
three hours! And you didnt even have the
C: My fellow Americans, today I stand before
decency to call me! Do you have any idea
you...
how embarrassed I was?

B: Honey, I promise this wont happen again,
Elementary Daily Life Hes not a Good
its just that I...
Fit (C0035)
A: Yeah, right. Ive heard it all before. Im

not going to take any more of your empty
A: So, Lauren, I just wanted to talk to you
promises. This is the 5th time youve stood
quickly about our new customer support
me up in two weeks! You need to get your

10
priorities straight. Im tired of you putting
and...maybe the wheeljack? Ill get a PSP
your job first all the time!
game, hahaha, and Ill buy the entire class
B: Come on, Veronica, thats not fair. I do
lunch at MacDonalds...
care about you a lot, you know that. I tried

to ...
Elementary Daily Life Buying a Car (C
A: You know what? Maybe we should just
0038)
take a break. I need some time to think
A: Hi there, can I help you folks?
about where this relationship is heading.
B: Im just browsing; seeing whats on the
B: But...Veronica, would you just listen to
lot. My daughter wants a car for her birthday,
me? There was a fire alarm at my office
you know how it is.
building today and I was stuck...
C: Dad! Im sixteen already and Im, like, the
Elementary Intermediate Chinese Ne
only one at school who doesnt have a car!
w Year (C0037)
A: She is right, you know. Kids these days all

have cars. Let me show you something we
A: Im so excited about Chinese New Year!
just got in: a 1996 sedan. Excellent gas
When do I get to visit Grandma? Grandma
mileage, it has dual airbags and anti lock
makes the best dumplings in the world!
brakes; a perfect vehicle for a young driver.
B: Ha ha, right. Sounds to me like youre
C: Dad, I love it! Its awesome! Can we get
more excited about the dumplings than
this one please?
seeing your Grandma.
B: I see... What can you tell me about this
A: Of course I miss Grandma, too. I bet shes
one?
gonna teach me how to play Mahjong! Hey,
A: Oh, thats just an old World War Two tank
Dad, are you going to buy me firecrackers
that we use for TV commercials. Now about
this year? Were going to have the best
this sedan...
fireworks!
B: Whoa, whoa wait a minute. Tell me more
Im
really
looking
forward
to
lighting them!
about this tank.
B: Son, firecrackers arent toys; theyre
A: Well, Sir, if you are looking for quality and
dangerous!
safety then look no further! Three inches of
A: No, fireworks are awesome!
reinforced steel protect your daughter from
B: Whoa, dont you remember? Last year
short range missile attacks.
when I set off the firecrackers, you covered
B: Does the sedan protect her from missile
both your ears and hid behind your mother?
attacks?
A: Dad! I was scared because... because I
A: It does not.
saw a bug. Thats all.
B: Well, I dont know. Let me sleep on it.
B: Hahaha... really?
A: Did I mention the tank is a tank?
A: Oh, and I cant wait to watch the dragon
B: Ill take it!
dance! Dad, can I sit on your shoulders this
C: Dad!
time?
Elementary My New Boyfriend (B0039)
B: Hey, I offered last year...

A: Well, I... anyways, I was just thinking of
A: Irene! I heard you were on a date last
the red envelopes. I wanna make a list of all
night! So, how how did it go? I want all the
the things Im gonna buy with my red
juicy details!
envelope money! I cant wait! Im gonna
B: Um... well, actually, we had a fantastic
have so much money! Mom, can I get a pen
time last night. He was...amazing!
and a piece of paper?
A: Okay, now you really have to fill me in.
A: I want a new transformer, no, two

transformers...the
Optimus
Whats he like?
Prime,
11
B: Hes really good looking; hes quite tall,
chance was to fight back!
around 61, hes in his early thirties, and
D: You wanna play rough? Okay, say hello to
hes got the most beautiful dark brown
my little friend!
eyes...
A: With a little help from a Governor...
A: He sounds hot! What does he do for a
C: Listen to me! We have to get them outta
living?
there!
B: You know what, this is the best part.
No matter what!
David is a junior investment banker at
A: Nothing will prevent them from doing
Fortune Bank, so hes got a great career path
their job! Double the action.
ahead of him!
D: Get down!
A: Hold on a sec, his name is David?
A: Triple the excitement.
B: Yeah?
D: Get down again!
A: Thats my brother!
A: This summer... nothing will stand in their

way.
Elementary Can I ask you a favor? (B0
B: Im going to make him an offer he cant
040)
refuse.
A: Two hosts, one podcast, coming to a
A: Um, sorry to bother you, um... my name
theater near you.
is Rachel. Im new here. Can I ask you a

favor?
Elementary I Need More Time (B0042)
B: Hi Rachel, welcome on board. Im afraid I

cant help you right now. Im getting ready
A: So, Casey, how are things going with the
for a very important meeting.
photos for the press kit?
A: Excuse me, but can I bother you for a
B: Yeah, Ive been meaning to talk to you
sec?
about that. I might need to ask for an
C: You know what, Id love to help you, but
extension on that deadline.
Im about to meet an important client. Do
A: Youve had over a month to get this
you wanna try Sean instead? He sits right
finalized! Why are things delayed?
over there.
B: Well, the thing is, we ran into a lot of
A: Sorry to interrupt you Sean, could you do
problems. . .
me a quick favor?
A: Im not looking for excuses here. I just
D: Actually, Im working on a document that
want to get this finished on time!
is due in a couple minutes. I really cant talk
B: I know, and I apologize for the delay. But
to you right now. Sorry about that.
some things were just beyond my control. I
A: Geeze! I just want to know where the
had trouble booking the photographer, and
bathroom is! Whats wrong with you people!
then Michael was sick for three weeks, so I

couldnt include him in the photos, and the
Elementary The Weekend Movie Traile
design team lost all the files, so I had to re-
r (C0041)
do the pictures.
A: Im not going to put this off any longer,
A: In a digital world, even the strongest
Casey! I want those photos ASAP!
must fight for survival. Two people, possess

a secret so valuable, so powerful, they have
Elementary Daily Life Applying for a V
to defend it at all costs.
isa (C0043)
B: I dont care where they are, I dont care

what it takes... you find them and bring
A: So, youre applying for a B2 visa, where is
them to me!
your final destination and whats the purpose
A: They only had one chance! And their
of your trip to the United States?

12
B: Im going to visit my brother; hes just
daughter at the office Christmas party. She is
had a baby. He lives in Minneapolis.
really beautiful!
A: And how long do you you plan to remain
A: Shes my wife! Oh, heres my floor! Nice
in the United States?
talking to you. Goodbye.
B: Ill be here for approximately three weeks.
B: Sir this is the 56th floor! We are on the
See, heres my return ticket for the twenty-
70th!
sixth of March.
A: Thats okay, Ill take the stairs!
A: And, who is sponsoring your trip?

B: My brother, here, this is an invitation
ElementaryIntermediateIm Sorry I lov
letter from him. I will stay with him and his
e You IV (C0045)
family in their home.
A: ... so, I said, lets take a break . And
A: Alright, tell me about the ties you have to
since that night, Ive been waiting for him to
your home country.
call, but I still havent heard from him. You
B: Well, I own a house; actually, Im leaving
dont think hes seeing someone else, do
my dog there with my neighbors. I have a
you?
car at home, and oh, my job! Im employed
B: Come on, dont be so dramatic! Im sure
by Tornel as an engineer. Actually, I only
everything is going to work out just fine.
have three weeks vacation, so I have to go
A: You think so? Oh, no! How can he do this
back to work at the end of March.
to me? Im sure hes cheating on me! Why
A: And what evidence do you have that you
else wouldnt he call?
are financially independent?
B: But, you two are on a break. Theoretically
B: Well, I do have assets in my country; like
he can do whatever he likes.
I said, I own a house, and see, heres a bank
A: Hes the love of my life! Ive really messed
statement showing my investments, and my
this up.
bank balance.
B: Come on, hon. Pull yourself together. Its
A: Im sorry, sir, we cannot grant you a B2
going to be alright.
visa at this time, instead, you are granted a
A: But I... I still love him! And its all my
resident visa! Congratulations, you are the
fault! I cant believe how immature and
millionth person to apply for a visa! You win!
selfish
Congratulations!
was
being.
mean,
he
is
firefighter, its not like he can just leave

someone in a burning building and meet me
Elementary Small Talk (B0044)
for dinner. Ive totally messed this up!

A: Morning.
B: You know what, Veronica, I think you
B: Hi there Mr. Anderson! How are you on
should make the first step. Im sure hell
this fine morning?
forgive you...
A: Fine, thank you.
A: No, this is not gonna happen! I... Ive
B: It sure is cold this morning, isnt it? I
ruinedeverything....
barely even get out of bed!
B: Hey... do you hear something? Guess
A: Yeah. Its pretty cold, alright.
what? Its your lovely firefighter!
B: Did you catch the news this morning? I
C: When I had you, I treated you bad and
heard that there was a fire on Byron Street.
wrong dear. And since, since you went away,
A: No, I didnt hear about that.
dont you know I sit around with my head
B: Did you happen to watch the football
hanging down and I wonder whos loving
game last night? The Patriots scored in the
you.
last minute!
A: No, I dont like football.
ElementaryUppeIntermediate
B: Oh. . . By the way, I saw you with your
EmergencyRoom (D046)
13
A: Help! Are you a doctor? My poor little
B: Well, we want to reduce production and
Frankie has stopped breathing! Oh my gosh,
delivery
Help me! I tried to perform CPR, but I just
efficiency.
dont know if I could get any air into his
A: Right, production lead times can be
lungs! Oh, Frankie!
reduced by moving work stations closer
B: Ellen, get him hooked up to a monitor!
together, reducing queue length, like for
Someone page Dr. Howser. Get the patient to
example,
hold still, I cant get a pulse! Okay, hes on
waiting to be processed at a given machine,
the monitor. His BP is falling! Hes flat lining!
and
A:
cooperation between successive processes.
NOOOOOO!
Frankie!
Nurse!
Do
lead
timesfor
reducing
improving
the
the
better
number
overall
of
coordination
jobs
and
something!
Delivery lead times can be reduced through
B: Someone get her out of here! Get me the
close cooperation with suppliers, possibly by
defibrillator. Okay, clear! Again! Clear! Come
inducing suppliers to locate closer to the
on! dammit! Im not letting you go! Clear!
factory or working with a faster shipping
Ive got a pulse!
company.
C: Okay, whats happening?
C: I see& That makes sense.
B: The patient is in acute respiratory failure,
B: The second point is that we want to
I think were going to have to intubate!
require
C: Alright! Tubes in! Bag him! Someone give
implement a zero defects quality program.
him 10 ccs of adrenaline! Lets go, people
We currently have far too many errors that
move, move!
lead to defective items and therefore, they
A: Doctor, oh, thank god! How is he?
must be eliminated. A quality control at the
B: We managed to stabilize Frankie, but hes
source program must be implemented to
not out of the woods yet; hes still in critical
give workers the personal responsibility for
condition. Were moving him to intensive
the quality of the work they do, and the
care, but&
authority to stop production when something
A: Doctor, just do whatever it takes. I just
goes wrong.
want my little Frankie to be okay. I couldnt
C: Im with you on this one. Its essential
imagine life without my little hamster!
that we reduce these errors; weve got to
supplier
quality
assurance
and
force our suppliers to reduce their mistakes.

Elementary Advanced Just In Time Str
A: Exactly. Well, lets look at how were going
ategy (E0047)
to put this plan into action. First...(fade out)
A: I called this meeting today in order to
Elementary Intermediate Carnival in
discuss our manufacturing plan. As Im sure
Rio! (C0048)
youre all aware, with the credit crunch, and

the global financial crisis, were obligated to
A: I cant believe were here! Carnival in Rio!
look for more cost efficient ways of producing
Seriously, this is like a once in a lifetime
our goods. We dont want to have to be
opportunity! Can you believe it? Were here
looking at redundancies. So, weve outlined a
at the biggest party in the world!
brief plan to implement the just-in-time
B: I know! Were so lucky that we found
philosophy.
tickets for the Sambadrome! Good thing we
B: We have two basic points that we want to
found that ticket scalper.
focus on. First of all, we want to reduce our
A: Look! Its starting! Wow, this is amazing!
lead time.
Look at how many dancers there are. Oh my
C: Why would want to do that? I think this is
gosh! The costumes are so colorful! This is so
not an area that really needs to be worked
cool!
on.
B: It says here that the school that is

14
dancing now is one of the oldest and most
pointers?
prestigious samba schools in Rio.
A: It would be my pleasure. Please have a
A:
No
kidding!
Look
at
them,
theyre
seat. Can I offer you a glass of wine?
amazing! Look at that girl on the top of that
C: We would love some!
float! She must be the carnival queen! Move
A: Here you are. A very special merlot
over there so I can get a picture of you!
brought directly from my home country. It
B: Ok. Hurry up take the picture!
has a unique ingredient which gives it a
C: join us! come and dance!
pleasant aroma and superior flavor.
B: Oh really.... no I cant. No really, I dont
C: Mmm... its delicious!
know how to dance! Honey Ill see you later!
B: Its a bit bitter for my taste... almost
A: Patrick! Dont just leave me here!
tastes like... like...

C: Ellen! Ellen! Are you okay?
Elementary Daily Life Daddy Please! (
A: Did she pass out?
C0049)
C: Yeah...
A: I hope that you didnt poison her drink too
A: Hey daddy! You look great today; I like
much! Youll ruin our meal!
your tie!
By the way, I was wondering can I&
Elementary The Weekend What a Bar
B: NO!
gain! (C0051)
A: I havent even told you what it is yet!

B: Okay, okay, what do you want?
A: Hello. May I help you?
A: Do you think I could borrow the car? Im
B: Yeah, this dress is really nice! How much
going to a concert tonight.
is it?
B: Um.. I dont think so. I need the car
A: That one is one hundred and fifty dollars.
tonight to pick up your mother.
B: One hundred and fifty dollars? What about
A: Ugg! I told you about it last week! Smelly
this other one over here?
Toes is playing, and Eric asked if I would go
A: Thats one hundred and forty dollars.
with him!
B: Hmm...thats a bit out of my price range.
B: Whos this Eric guy?
Can you give me a better deal?
A: Duh! Hes like the hottest and most
A: This is an exclusive design by DaMarco!
popular guy at school! Come on, dad! Please!
Its a bargain at that price.
B: No can do... sorry.
B: Well, I dont know. I think Ill shop
A: Fine then! Would you mind giving me 100
around.
bucks?
A: Okay, okay, how about one hundred
B: No way!
dollars?
A: Thats so unfair!
B: Thats still more than I wanted to spend.

What if I take both dresses?
Elementary Daily Life New Guy In To
A: Okay, I can give you a special discount,
wn III (C0050)
just because you seem like a nice person.

One hundred and ninety dollars for both.
A: Please make yourselves at home. Let me
B: I dont know... Its still a bit pricey....
take your coats. Dinner is almost ready; I
Thanks anyway.
hope you brought your appetite

B:
Your
house
is
lovely, Armand!
A: Okay, my final price! One hundred dollars
Very
for both! Thats two for the price of one.
interesting decor...very...Gothic.
Thats my last offer!
C: I think its amazing! You have such good
B: Great! Youve got a deal!
taste, Armand. Im thinking of re-decorating

my house; maybe you could give me a few
Elementary Daily Life Pizza Delivary (

15
C0052)
to get upset over nothing.

B: Im sorry I havent called or anything, but
A: Good evening, Pizza House. This is Marty
right after you decided you wanted a break, I
speaking. May I take your order?
was called up north to put out some major
B: Um yes& Id like a medium pizza with
forest fires! I was in the middle of nowhere,
pepperoni, olives, and extra cheese.
working day and night, trying to prevent the
A: We have a two-for-one special on large
blaze from spreading! It was pretty intense.
pizzas. Would you like a large pizza instead?
A: Oh, honey, Im glad youre okay! But I
B: Sure, that sounds good.
have some exciting news... I think Im
A: Great! Would you like your second pizza
pregnant!
to be the same as the first?
B: Really? Wow, thats amazing! This is great
B: No, make the second one with ham,
news! Ive always wanted to be a father!
pineapple and green peppers. Oh, and make
Well go to the doctor first thing in the
it thin crust.
morning!
A: Okay, thin crust. Your total is $21.50 and
C: We have your test results back and,
your order will arrive in thirty minutes or its
indeed, you are pregnant. Lets see here...
free!
everything
B: Perfect. Thank you. Bye..
approximate due date is October twenty-
A: Sir, wait!! I need your address!
seventh two thousand and nine, so that
seems
to
be
in
order. Your
means that the baby was conceived on
Elementary The Weekend Head Chef (
February third, two thousand and nine.
C0053)
B: Are you sure? Are these things accurate?

C: Well, yes sir, they are.
A: ...Right away sir, your order will be ready
A: Whats wrong? Why are you asking these
shortly. Jean Pierre, we have another special
questions?
for table seven!
B: This baby isnt mine! I was away the first
B: Im working as fast as I can! Were really
week of February at a training seminar!
in the weeds! Where is my sous chef? Luc! I
A: I... I... no, it cant be...
need you to peel more potatoes. Marie, chop

some onions and carrots for the stew.
Elementary Intermediate Hockey (C0
A: Jean Pierre another special! Were really
055)
packed tonight! Were running low on wine.

Is there any left in the cellar?
A: Hello everyone! Im Rick Fields, and here
C: Sorry Im late, everyone. Wow, we are
with me is Bob Copeland.
doing really well tonight!
B: Howdy folks, and welcome to todays
B: Harry, stop talking and get over here I
game! You know, Rick, today is a key game
need this sauce stirred and the fish needs to
between Russia and Canada. As you know,
be butchered and buttered.
the winner will move on to the finals.
C: Ok, Im on it!
A: Thats right, and it looks like were just
A: Jean Pierre, table seven has requested to
about ready to start the match. The ref is
see the chef! I think they are food critics
calling the players for the face-off... and here
from Cuisine Magazine
we go! The Russians win possession and

immediately set up their attack! Federov gets
ElementaryIntermediateIm Sorry I Lo
checked hard into the boards!
ve You V (C0054)
B: Maurice Richard has the puck now, and

passes it to the center. He shoots! Wow what
A: Honey, of course I forgive you! I love you
a save by the goalie!
so much! Ive really missed you. I was wrong
A: Alright, the puck is back in play now.

16
Pavel Bure is on a breakaway! He is flying
is ridiculous!
down the ice! The defenders cant keep up!
D:
Slap shot! He scores
malfunction. Just take the stairs dude. What
B: What an amazing goal!
floor are you going to?
The
elevator
has
some
sort
of
B: I have to go up fifteen floors! Never mind.

ElementaryDaily Life Planning a Bank
Made it! There is the copier!
Robbery (C0056)
Elementary Daily Life This Is Your Cap
A: All right, so this is what we are going to
tain Speaking (C0058)
do. Ive carefully mapped this out, so dont

screw it up. Mr. Rabbit, you and Mr. Fox will
A: And the next thing you know, were
go into the bank wearing these uniforms. We
running towards the... Oh...did you feel that?
managed to get replicas of the one the
B: Yeah, dont worry about it; were just
guards wear when they pick up the money.
going through a bit of turbulence.
B: Got it.
C: Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain
C: No problem, boss.
speaking. It looks like weve hit a patch of
A: When you get inside, tell them that you
rough air, so were going to have a bit of a
are filling in for Carl and Tom, and say that
bumpy ride for the next several minutes,
they are on another route today. Dont lose
and...
your cool. Just act natural.
A: This why I hate flying... Oh!
B: What if they want to call and confirm?
C: At this time, Id like to remind all of our
A: You let him.
passengers to fasten their seat beltsand
C: What!?
remain seated until the fasten seat belt sign
A: Dont worry, we have the phones tapped,
is turned off. Please ensure that all cabin
so the call will be patched through to me,
baggageis carefully stowed under the seat in
and Ill pretend to be the transport company.
front of you. Ill be back back to update you
B: Ha ha, you are so clever boss!
in a minute.
A: Okay, shut up. Only take as much money
A: Did you hear that? Brent!
as you can fit in these bags. Dont get
B: Dont worry about it. This is totally
greedy! Are you ready? Lets go.
normal. It happens all the

C: Ah, ladies and gentlemen, this is your
Elementary The Office Malfunction (C
captain again. Weve got quite a large patch
0057)
of rough air ahead of us, so for your safety,

we will be suspending in-flight service. I
A: Hey Carl, can you make a copy of this
would ask all in-flight crew to return to their
contract for me please? When you have it
seats at this time. I would also like to ask
ready, send it out ASAP to our subbranch.
that all our passengers refrain from using the
B: Sure! Um... I think I broke this thing.
lavatory until the seat belt sign has been
Maxine, can you help me out here? Im not
switched off We can expect...
really a tech guy.

C: Yeah, sure. I think its just out of toner.
Elementary Advanced Job Interview I
You can go use the other one upstairs. On
(E0059)
your way up, can you fax this while I try and
fix this thing?
A: Okay, so lets go over everything one
B: Sure! Dammit! Everything in this office
more time. I really want you to get this job!
seems to be breaking down! Never mind. Ill
B:
send this stupid fax later. Oh great! Is
opportunity! Theyre true industry leaders,
someone playing a practical joke on me? This
and it would be so interesting to be part of

17
know!
Its
an
amazing
growth
an organization that is the undisputed leader
C: Fools! You dont know who youre dealing
in business process platform development.
with! You cant stop me!
A: So, lets see, you did your research on the
B: Run!
company, right?
B: Well, I visited their website and read up
Elementary The Weekend Swim faster
on what they do. Theyre an IT service
! (C0061)
company that offers comprehensive business
A: This is such a beautiful day! Great for
solutions for large corporations. They provide
sailing!
services such as CRM development, and they
B: It sure is! The water looks so nice! Anchor
also offer custom designed applications.
the boat for a little while. Im going to take a
A: So what would your role in the company?
dip.
B: Well, the position is for an account
A: Why are you doggy-paddling? I taught
manager. That basically means that I would
you how to swim! Do your breast stroke!
be the link between our and our development
B: I get too tired! Ill just backstroke, its
team.
easier!
A: Sounds good, and so, why do you want to
A: Try kicking your legs more. Thats good.
work with them?
Dont go out too far!
B: Well, as I said theyre the industry
B: Its Jump in!
leaders, they have a really great growth
A: Kathy! Get back here! I see a shark!
strategy, amazing development opportunities
B: Ahhhh!!!! Help me! Help! Bring the boat
for employees, and it seems like they have

strong corporate governance.
Theyre
about
grow
helping
unleashing
companies
potential.
guess
their
closer! The shark is coming straight towards
all
me!
and
A: Its right under you! Kathy!!!!!
core
values and mission really resonated with me.
Elementary The Office Job Interview I
Oh, and they offer six weeks vacation, stock
I (C0062)
options and bonuses... Im totally going to

cash in on that.
A: Thanks for coming in today, did you have
A: You idiot! Dont say that! Do you want this
any trouble finding us? Please take a seat.
job, or not?
B: Thank you.
A: So, lets get started; tell me a bit about
Elementary Intermediate New Guy in
your educational background.
Town IV (C0060)
B: Sure! Well, I graduated with honors from

Chesterton
A: All right, drag her over here, and help me
University
with
major
in
Business Administration, with a specialization
tie her up.
in Information Management, and I minored
B: I cant believe she fell for it! She is a lot
in psychology. I chose this course of study
more gullible than I thought!
for two reasons: I wanted to gain some
A: Well, you gotta admit, my acting was
practical,
brilliant!
marketable
skills,
which
the
information management track provided, and
B: Whatever. I was the one that convinced
her to come. Look, shes waking up!
also
feel
that
interpersonal
skills
are
essential for professional success, hence the
C: Whats going on? Ellen? What are you
minor in psychology.
doing?
A:
A: The cats out of the bag, you witch! You
Interesting.
And,
your
postgraduate
studies?
can stop pretending, now!
B:
B: Yeah Lois , we know who you are! Now,
Well,
am
really
passionate
about
consumer behavior, so I pursued a masters
we want some answers! Why are you here?

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in that area. I also strive to keep my
Veronica, I lied.
professional skills current, so I continuously
B: Wait... what? What do do you mean?
attend seminars and conferences related
C: I lied. You arent even pregnant; theres
management and customer service.
no
A: Very good. Now, tell me a little bit about
overwhelmed with jealousy that I couldnt
your work experience. I see here that you
help myself. Veronica I love you!
previously worked at Oracle.
B: What are you talking about!!! Who are
B: Yeah, I worked as their customer support
you?
manager, which brought me a breadth of
C: Its me! Daniel, dont you remember me?
experience in both client care, and process
From high school. I sat behind you every day
management. I supervised and coordinated
in class! I used to go to every football game
the
and watch you in the cheerleading squad!
customer
implemented
support
new
team
as
well
as
strategies
to
achieve
bun
in
the
oven.
was
just
so
B: You are insane! We never even spoke!
better customer satisfaction.
Why did you lie like that to my boyfriend?
A: Interesting...
C: Because Veronica... Its not fair! I love
B: Yes, in this position I was able to make
you; I have since the first day we met!
some pretty significant contributions to the
Everything was going fine until that jerk
overall success of the company. With the
came into the picture and ruined everything!
different initiatives that we implemented, we
I went to med school and became a doctor
lowered our churn rate to about five percent,
for you! You always said how you wanted to
which had a direct impact on revenue.
marry a doctor! You will be mine now... one

way or another...
Elementary The Office Receptionist (C
A: I heard everything, you lying bastard! Get
0063)
your hands off her!
A: Good afternoon. May I help you?
Elementary The Office Job Interview I
B: Yes, Im here to see Joanna Stevens. I
II (C0065)
have an appointment at four.

A: Certainly, may I take your name? Ill let
A: Very good. Now, I have a couple of final
her know youve arrived.
questions.
B: Sure, its Josh ONeil.
B: I hope theyre not too hard!
A: Ms. Stevens will be with you momentarily.
A: Well, why should we hire you?
Can I offer you something to drink?
B: I think that I would be a perfect fit in this
B: Yes, a coffee would be nice, thank you.
company. I have a unique combination of
A: Here you are. Ms. Stevens is ready for
strong technical acumen, and outstanding
you now. Ill show you to her office, right this
soft skills; you know, I excel at building
way.
strong, long-term customer relationships. For
A: Just watch your step here...
example,
when
headed
the
customer
support department in my previous company,

Elementary Daily Life Im Sorry I Love
our team solved about seventy percent of
You VI (C0064)
our customers problems. I decided that we

needed
A: This is ridiculous! I cant believe youve
better
information
and
technical
preparation on our products, so after I
been sleeping with someone else! How could
implemented a series of training sessions in
you do this! You know what? Im out of here!
coordination with our technical department,
B: Wait! Doctor how is this possible? I
we were able to solve ninety percent of our
havent cheated on my boyfriend!
customers issues. Given the opportunity, I
C: I have something to confess... Im sorry
could bring this kind of success to this

19
company.
Rick Fields and, as always, I am joined by
A: Impressive! So, what would you consider
my commentating wingman, Bob Copeland.
to be your greatest weakness?
B: And were on the brink of soccer history
B: To be honest, I struggle with organization
today, as Ecuador and Brazil are tied one-one
and time management. Punctuality has never
as we begin the second half of the 2022
been a strength of mine. I find it hard to
World Cup!
organize my time efficiently. I have actually
A: The ref calls the players for the kick off,
addressed
by
and here we go! Ecuador quickly passes the
time
ball to the midfield, but, ohhh, its out of
attending
this
a
weakness
workshop
management.
It
on
helped
recently,
efficient
me
lot,
by
bounds.
providing me with great insights on how to
B: That will be a throw in for Brazil. Adriano
get organized and use my time efficiently, so
has the ball and makes a long pass to
I think Im getting better now.
Robinho, and the ref has called him offside.
A: Great... Well, let me tell you that I am
A: No question about it. He was offside by a
very pleased with this interview. We are
mile! We have a goal kick for Ecuador. Edison
short-listing our candidates this week, and
Mendez heads it to Valenica, he shoots!
next week we will inform our short listed
Deflected by the defender and we have a
candidates of the day and time for a second
corner kick.
interview with our CEO.
B: Delgado takes the corner. We have a foul!
B: Great, thanks a lot! I hope to hear from
Oh no, Dida, the goalkeeper, has fouled the
you! Good bye.
Ecuadorian player! He gets a yellow card and

that will be a penalty kick!
Elementary The Office Calling The Offi
A: This is the perfect opportunity for Ecuador
ce (C0066)
to get ahead in this match and become World

Champions! He gets ready for the kick. He
A: Ello-hay, Aniel-day eaking-spay, ow-hay
shoots! and he...
ay-may I elp-hay ou-yay

B: Ay-hay, Aniel-day, Ulie-jay ere-hay
ElementaryTheOfficeGround breaking
A: Ay-hay, Ulie-jay, ow-hay are ou-yay?
Research (C068)
B: Actually, Im eeling-fay ite-quay ill otdaytay.
A: Weve been over this a thousand times.
A: Im orry-say oo-tay ear-hay, at-they. ut-
The data is irrefutable! Look, weve done
way is ong-wray?
extensive research, built studies, and read
B: I ink-thay Im oming-cay own-day ith-way
the
uhthey oo-flay. I ave-hay a eadache-hay, a
evidence to support my theory!
ore-say oat-thray and Im eeling-fay ighly-
B: Horowitz, I beg to differ. Even in your
slay everishfay.
most
A: I ee-say. O-say oure-yay alling-cay in ick-
approach was flawed! You know as well as I
say?
do that the collection of data was not
B: Es-yay, I uz-way oping-hay oo-tay ake-tay
systematic, and there is a large margin of
uh-they ay-day off oo-tay eecover-ray.
error. To draw a definitive conclusion based
A: Ok, en-they. Ay-tray and et-gay ome-say
on that data would be misleading
est-ray.
A: That is preposterous!
literature,
recent
and
there
study,
the
is
conclusive
investigative
B: You are trying to single-handedly solve

Elementary The Weekend Soccer (C00
one of the worlds greatest mysteries, and
67)
yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are

wrong!
A: Welcome back, soccer fans. My name is
A: I am not wrong! The chicken came first!

20
B: No! The egg came first!
What size is she?

B: Well, do you want a thong, some bikini
Elementary Daily Life How Would You
briefs, maybe this nice pair of lacy boy
Like Your Eggs? (C0069)
shorts?
A: Just pick something and get the hell out
A: Wow, youre up early today! Whats for
of here.
breakfast?
A: Um, Ill go with these two.
B: Well, I felt like baking, so I made some
A: This is mortifying; I just want to get this
muffins.
over with. She better thank me for this...
A: Smells good! Ill make some coffee. Do
Here you are, sir. Im sure shell enjoy them.
you want me to make you some eggs?
B: Finally!
B: Sure, Ill take mine, sunny side up.
A: Im sorry, sir. Im going to have to take a
A: Eww, I dont know how you can eat your
look inside your bag.
eggs like that! Ever since I was small, Ive

had eggs and soldiers.
Elementary The Weekend Happy Hour
B: You know, my dad had scrambled eggs
(C0071)
eggs every morning for twenty years. It

drove my mom crazy!
A: Hey man, what do you have on tap?
A: You know what really drives me crazy?
B: Heineken and Budweiser. We have a two-
When I ask for soft boiled eggs, and they
for-one happy hour special.
overcook them, so they come out hard
A: Cool, gimme a pint of Heineken and half a
boiled! How can you dip your toast into a
pint of Bud.
hard boiled egg?
B: Okay...A pint of Heineken and and half a
B: Youre so picky sometimes.
pint of bud for table six! And what about
A: Here you go, honey, fried eggs.
some appetizers?
B: Dammit! I asked for sunny side up! How
A:
many times do I have to tell you.
mozzarella sticks.
Sure!
Lets
have
some
nachos
and
B: Okay. Thatll be 80 bucks.

ElementaryAdvancedMediaBuying Und
A: Wait... What!
erwear (F0070)
Elementary Intermediate You Are Fire
A: This sucks; I hate buying lingerie. Okay,
d! (C0072)
just find something and get out of here.

Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, dont come
A: Hi Isabel! You wanted to see me?
over here, dont come over here.
B: Yes Anthony, come on in. Have a seat.
B: You look a little lost, can I help you?
A: Is everything okay? You seem a bit
A: Um, Im just having a look around. Its my
preoccupied.
girlfriends birthday tomorrow. Im trying to
B: Well, Anthony, this is not going to be an
find her something.
easy conversation. The company has made
B: Well, you cant give her granny panties.
some decisions which will have a direct
Have you thought about getting her some
impact on your employment.
sleepwear? Weve got these lovely, silky
A: Okay...
nighties. Or, how about a nice panty-and
B: I dont want to beat around the bush so
and-bra set. Look, heres a nice satin push-
Im just gonna come out with it. We are
up bra, and you can choose a few different
going to have to let you go.
styles of undies to go with it.
A: What? Why? I mean... just like that? Im
A: Sure thats fine.
fired?
A: This is so awkward...what ones do I pick?
B: Im sorry but, to be honest, you are a

21
terrible employee!
What the hell are all these forks for? Which
A: What! I resent that!
one did she use? Okay, chill... be cool, be
B:
Anthony,
you
were
caught
making
cool. Just take a fork... eat your salad...
international calls from the office phone, you
B: Um... I...
called in sick in eight times this month and
C: Yrmf? Mmmm. Sorry, you were saying?
you smell like alcohol!
B: Youre eating my salad.

C: Oh, yes... its delicious...
Elementary Daily Life Which Finger? (

C0073)
Elementary Daily Life Going To The De

ntist (C0075)
A: ...The rings please. May this ring be

blessed so he who gives it and she who
A: Hey, Gary, great to see you again. Please
wears it may abide in peace, and continue in
have a seat. So tell me, what seems to be
love until lifes end.
the problem?
B: With this ring I thee wed. Wear it as a
B:
symbol of our love and commitment
toothache! I cant eat anything, and look, my
A: Honey, thats my pinkie. The ring goes on
face is all swollen. I think it might be my
the ring finger!
wisdom tooth.
B: This one?
A: Well, lets have a look. Open wide. Hmm...
A: Thats my index finger!
this doesnt look good. Well, it looks like you
B: Oh, right. This one, right?
have a cavity and your crown is loose. Well
A: Umm... thats the thumb, Nick.
need to put in a filling before it gets any
B: Okay, Okay, I got it! This is the ring
worse, and the crown probably needs to be
finger!
refitted. Im going to order some x-rays.
A: Thats my middle finger, Nick. This is my
B: Is it gonna hurt?
ring finger!
A: No, not at all! Just lay back and relax.
Thanks,
doc.
Ive
got
really
bad
A: Ok, spit.
Elementary Daily Life What Am I Thin
king! (C0074)
Elementary Daily Life Learning Simple

Math (C0076)
A: Miss, your salad.

B:
Mmm,
looks
good!
Im
positively
A: Alright, children, lets review. Tommy! Pay
famished.
attention!
A: And for you, sir...
B: Sorry Miss Kadlec.
C: Thank you.
A: Okay, Crystal, now tell me, whats four
A: Enjoy.
plus eleven?
B,C:Thank you.
C: Um...fifteen!
C: I cant believe shes on a date with me!
B: Miss Kadlec always asks Crystal; shes
Im so lucky! I must be the luckiest guy in
such a teachers pet.
the world! I want to scream at the top of my
A: Okay...and what about fifty six minus
lungs, Im the luckiest dude in the world!
sixty?
Oh, shut up! Dont be such a dumb ass.
C: Um... negative four!
Shes so hot. Wait, I cant say that. Thats
A: Very good... twelve times twelve?
sexist. Shes so hot, Shes making me sexist.
B: Very good. Suck up.
Oh my god! Im such a tool. Okay, get it
C: One hundred and forty four!
together. Uhh, shes eating salad. Oh right, I
A: Zero divided by one?
have a salad. Oh, crap! Which fork do I use?
C: Zero!
Dammit! Shes going to think Im a moron.
A: How did you know that? Okay, smarty

22
pants, the square root of two!
wonder you are failing my Spanish class. No,
B: Bet youre not going to get that one,
May first is International Workers Day.
know-it-all.
B: Do we get a day off from school then?
C: Um...one point four one four two one
A: No! It is not considered to be a national
three five...
holiday here in the US, but in other countries

it is.
Elementary The Weekend F1 Racing (
B: Aww, man!
C0077)
A:
In
the
nineteenth
century,
working
conditions were appalling, with workers being
A: Welcome back racing fans! My name is
forced to work ten, twelve, and fourteen
Rick Fields and, as always, I am joined by
hours a day. Support for the eight-hour work
my partner in crime, Bob Copeland.
day movement was growing rapidly, despite
B: Were in the last stretch of this very
the indifference and hostility of many union
exciting race, and Kimi Rikknen is leading the
leaders, and by April 1886, 250,000 workers
pack with only four laps to go! They are
were involved in the May Day movement.
heading to turn three and Lewis Hamilton

tries to pass Rikknen! Its a close one and,
oh no! Hamilton hits the wall!
Previous
legislative
attempts
working
conditions
had
organizers
A: He came in too fast, jammed on the
took
drastic
to
failed,
improve
so
labor
measures.
They
passed a resolution stating that eight hours
breaks and spun out. We have a yellow flag
would constitute a legal days work. And, on
and the pace car is making its way onto the
May First 1886, the resolution took effect.
track.
B: Cool! Is that why we only work eight
B: The cleanup crew is towing the heavily
hours now?
damaged car and the green flag drops!
A: Yes! But the happy ending came at a high
Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps
price. On May third, 1886, police fired into a
to go!
crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper
A: Smoke is coming out of his car! He seems
Works Factory, killing four and wounding
to be having engine trouble! He makes his
many. A mass meeting was called for the
way into the pit, and Fernando Alonso takes
next day to protest the brutality.
the lead!
B: And then what happened?
B: How unlucky for Rikknen, and this race is
A: Well, as we say, the rest is history...
over ladies and gentlemen, Alonso takes the

checkered flag!
ElementaryThe Weekend Funky Galaxy

Battles (C0079)
Elementary The Weekend Internation

al Workers Day (C0078)
A: They are breaking through! Set your

blasters to full power!
A: Alright everyone settle down. Lets get
B: Excellent job. Search the ship, shes gotta
started. As you know, an important aspect of
be in here somewhere... bring her to me!
becoming a good citizen is understanding the
C: Lord Hater, we have a survivor here...
genesis of our legal system. It is not enough
B: Where is she? Dont make me destroy
to simply memorize our laws, it is necessary
you, tell me where she is!
that we comprehend why and how they were
D: Not so fast! She will no longer be your
formed. This brings me to our topic for today.
prisoner! Its time you and I settled this once
Does anyone know what we celebrate on May
and for all!
first?
B: You are unwise to think you can defeat
B: Cinco de mayo?
me. You know nothing of the power of the
A: No, thats May fifth in Spanish, James, no
obscure side!
23
D: We will stop you...
on your hair! You hear me? You are going to
C: Lord Hater! We have an unidentified
look like a million bucks!
spacecraft taking off from the rear dock!
B: Okay. Um... can you make sure my
They
sideburns are even and you just take a little
somehow
managed
to
escape
our
tractor beam!
off the top.
B: After them!
A:
C: They are accelerating towards the speed
everything! (starts cutting) Oh my god! I just
of light We lost them, sir...
love your curly hair! Its so fluffy and cute!
Dont
you
worry,
Ill
take
care
of
You should totally let it grow out. An afro

would look great on you!
You VII (C0080)
B: Um... no.
A: Okay, but you are going to be my
A: Thank god you showed up when you did!
masterpiece!
Hes insane! Do you think we should call the

police?
Elementary Daily Life New Guy In To
B: Dont worry about it, Ill call my friend and
wn V (C0082)
have him take care of it. I cant believe he

was stalking you all these years. What a nut
A: What the heck is going on! Did you see
job!
that? What was that thing?
A: I know! Well... he said Im not pregnant.
B: I dont know! Im just glad we made it
Im sorry if I got you all worked up over
out! Look, there is a police car! Help! Help!
nothing. I want you to know that I didnt do
Please stop!
it on purpose...
C: Howdy man. What seems to be the
B: Dont apologize! From the moment I met
problem? Is this man bothering you?
you, not a day has gone by when I havent
A: Officer, officer, there is, like, a witch
thought of you. And now that Im with you
creature back there! We tied her up but she
again, Im... Im just scared, Veronica. The
broke free, and she was about to have us for
closer I get to you, the worse it gets. The
dinner!
thought of not being with you, I mean, I just
C: Okay, calm down, calm down. Lemme see
cant handle it! We were made for each
your eyes please. Have you been drinking
other, Veronica. You are my everything, my
tonight, son?
soul mate. What can I do?
B: We are telling the truth! Shes in there!
A: Just hold me... Ill always be here for you,
We suspected her of being a kidnapper or
no matter what. And together, we can tackle
rapist but it turns out shes an alien or
whatever life throws at us. I believe in us,
something.
Veronica.
C: Okay, calm down, calm down. Lemme see
B: Im so happy to hear that! I knew we
your eyes please...
belong together. I love you so much.
B: Ugg! Seriously! Are you gonna help us or

not?
Elementary Daily Life Getting A Hair C
C: Okay, lets go have a look, shall we?
ut (C0081)
Hello? Is anyone in here?

A: Be careful! She might be hiding!
A: Hello there! Come on in! Dont just stand
C: Its perfectly safe... there isnt anyone...
there! Come and take a seat!

B: Um, okay. Well, I just want a trim.
Elementary Daily Life Using The ATM (
Nothing too fancy.
C0083)
A: Oh my gosh! Your hair is amazing! So

silky, so shiny! I am going to work my magic
A: Stupid girl, making me spend so much

24
money, now I have to get it from the ATM...
price check on Fun Times Ribbed Condoms
B: Hello, welcome to Universal Bank. Please
please!
insert your card into the slot.

A: I know where to put my card! Stupid
Elementary The Weekend Baseball (C
machine, talking to me like Im an idiot...
0085)
B: Please input your 6 digit PIN code
A: Hello baseball fans, and welcome back to
followed by the pound key. Thank you.
todays game! My name is Rick Fields and of
Please select an option. Thank you. You have
course, I am here, once again, with the man
selected withdrawal.
that seals the deal, Bob Copeland.
A: Yeah, yeah, I know what I selected. Just
B: Its a beautiful day to see two world class
gimme my money!
teams face each other and fight for their
B: Please type the amount you would like to
right to be called champions.
withdraw. Thank you, you want to transfer
A: Well, the national anthem has just been
10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation.
sung, and the umpire has started the game.
If this is correct please press 1.
Its time to play ball!
A: No, no! Stupid machine, what are you
B: Roger Vargas is up at bat. The pitcher
doing! No!
winds up and strike one!
B: Confirmed. Thank you for using our bank!
A: A very nice curve ball by the pitcher. The
Please remove your card from the slot.
catcher gives him the sign, he winds up and
Goodbye!
Vargas gets a line drive!
C: Danger, danger! The exits have been
B: The players are scrambling to get the ball.
sealed and the doors will remain locked in
Vargas gets to first base and hes still going!
until the local authorities arrive. Thank you
The outfielder throws it to second! Vargas
for using our bank. Have a nice day.
slides! Hes safe!
A: No!
A: Great play!
Elementary Daily Life At The Pharmac
B: We have a runner on third and up at bat
y (C0084)
is Brian Okami! Theres the pitch, he hits it!

Its going, going, that ball is gone!
A: Hello sir, how can I help you?
A: Home run by Okami! That puts this team
B: Yes, I need this prescription please.
ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the
A: Lets see. Okay, so 50 mg of Prozac,
fifth inning here at Richie Stadium!
would you prefer this in capsule or tablet?

B: Capsules are fine.
ElementaryDaily LifeLooking for an Apa
A: Okay, you should take 1 capsule 3 times a
rtment (C0086)
day. Be sure not to take it on an empty
A: Hi! We are the Christiansons! We are here
stomach, and also, dont ever mix it with
to see the apartment.
alcohol!
B: Oh, hi! Sure, come on in! Well, as you can
B: Yes, I know. Its not the first time Im
see, the place has just been renovated. The
taking this! Dont worry, I wont overdose!
previous tenants left a huge mess here, so
A: Okay, anything else I can get you?
the landlord has redone everything.
B: Oh, yes, I almost forgot! Can I also get
A: It looks great. Its so bright and airy!
some eye drops and um, some condoms?
What great light! I really like these hardwood
A: Sure. Darn condoms arent registered in
floors. Whats the square footage of this
our system.
place?
B: Oh, well thats okay, Ill get some later,
B: Well, its about 120 square meters, or
thanks... Really its no problem.
1300 square feet, more or less. Oh, the
A: Just hang on there a sec. Can I get a

25
landlord
has
also
installed
new
kitchen
reservation just for the two of us. I thought
appliances. Theres a new dishwasher, and a
we could have an quiet evening all to
professional-grade gas range. Really, at this
ourselves.
price, this place is an amazing deal!
A: Oh... why?
A: I love it! But what are the payment
B: Jennifer, theres something I wanna ask
terms?
you.
B: First and last month rent as deposit and
A: Sure. What is it?
rent is due on the 1st of every month.
B: Hmm... okay, heres the thing. Ive always
Considering the amount of money invested
seen you as more than just a friend, and I
into the apartment, its a very good deal!
cant take it any more. I know you better
A: Yes, it is! Too good to be true...
than anyone, I know the pros and cons of
B: The living room and dinning room are
your personality, I even know what side of
quite spacious as you can see, and down this
the bed is yours! I think we would be great
hall, heres the master bedroom. It has a
together, dont you?
huge walk-in closet and an en suit bathroom.
A: Are you serious? Weve been friends for
We cant go in there yet as the police... I
years! We cant just change that overnight!
mean the clean up crew hasnt finished.
B: I know! I never had the guts to tell you...
A: What do you mean? Whats in here?
until today. So, what do you say? Are you

willing to give me a shot?
ElementaryThe WeekendStar Trek The
A: I... I...
Lost Generation (C0087)

Elementary Daily Life At The Airport (
A:
Captain,
were
under
attack
by
an
C0089)
unidentified ship.
B: Damage report.
A: Next please! Hello sir, may I see your
A: Weve sustained heavy damage to the
passport please?
engines. Weve lost our warp drive.
B: Yes, here you go.
B: Well have to attempt to make contact.
A: Will you be checking any bags.
This
B: Yes, Id like to check three pieces.
is
Captain
Picard
of
the
Starship
Enterprise. We dont wish to engage. What is
A: Im sorry, sir. Airline policy allows only two
the nature of this attack?
pieces
C: I am Captain Kor of the ship Klothos. Your
kilograms each, plus one piece of carry-on
ship attacked our search party...
luggage. I will have to charge you extra for
B: No! Youre not doing it right! Kor doesnt
the additional suitcase.
sound like that. His voice is deeper!
B:
C: I am Captain Kor of the ship Klothos. Your
intercontinental
sh...
thousand kms! How am I supposed to only
B: No! If you cant do a Klingon voice, Ill
take two, twenty kilo bags? Thats absurd!
have to find a more serious Star Trek fan
A: I am sorry, sir, theres nothing I can do.
actor who actually can, OK?
You cannot board the flight with that large
C: But... but... I already bought the Klingon
bag either. Carry-on bags must fit in the
suit! And the wig...
over-head compartment or under your seat.
of
What?
checked
Why!
luggage,
flight!
am
Im
at
twenty
taking
flying
an
sixteen
That bag is clearly too big.

ElementaryDailyLifeWill You Be My Girl
B: Now I see. You charge next to nothing for
friend? (C0088)
an international ticket, but when it comes to

charging for any other small thing, you
A: Hey, youre early! Wheres everyone?
charge an arm and a leg! So tell me, miss,
B: Well... I told them not to come. I made a
how much will I have to pay for all of this.

26
A: Lets see... six hundred and twenty-five
A: Oh honey, this is so romantic! I have
US dollars.
never
B: Thats more than my round-trip ticket!
beautiful!
seen
so
many
stars
before!
Its
B: See that constellation there? Thats Orion!

And the very bright star? Well, its not a star
You VIII (C0090)
since it doesnt blink. Thats actually Venus.

A: Whats that big flashy one?
A: Veronica! Veronica! Veronica! Are you OK?
B: I dont know... I think its a UFO!
B: Steven! Whats going on! Who were those
C: Greetings earthlings. I come from afar,
guys? I didnt know you have a gun! Whats
from a distant galaxy known only to a few.
going on!
A: Why are you here? Where did you come
A: I will come clean as soon as we get to
from?
safety, OK? For now, you have to trust me,
C: We have been observing you for the last
please! I would never do anything to hurt
three thousand years. We have seen the
you.
amazing capacity that humans have to create
B: Steven, I...
such
A: Okay, run! I havent been completely
Mahal
or
ambition and desire for more will be your
B: What? Why didnt you tell me before?
downfall, and we are here to save your
What are you doing here?
planet from you.
A: When I was a young boy, I used to play
B: You think you have us figured out? What
cricket my father back in my hometown of
gives you the right to come and judge us?
Hyderabad. It was a peaceful town, and my
Who are you to play God with our fate?
father was a renowned chemist. One day, he
C: Silence human! It is that belligerent
was approached by members of the CIA,

had
Taj
does not come without consequence. Your
States. Im a spy for the Indian government.
my father
the
Unfortunately, your intelligence and creativity
a fireman. Im not even from the United
that
as
masterpieces such as the Haffner symphony.
honest with you Veronica, Im sorry. Im not
claiming
wonders
attitude that has caused years of pain and
made the
anguish among yourselves! Now you will pay
discovery of the millennium in his small lab
the price!
back at the university where he taught biochemistry. I never saw him again. I vowed to
Elementary The Weekend 1950s (C00
discover the whereabouts of my father and
92)
consequently joined the Indian Intelligence

Bureau.
A: Heya, Tracy. How are you doing?
B: What does that have to do with those
B: Im swell, Sandy!
men shooting at us? Most importantly, why
A: Hey listen, you wanna go to the sock hop
did you lie to me!
with me this Friday? Itll be a blast!
A: Im sorry, I wasnt supposed to meet you.
B: First of all its the Sadie Hawkins dance.
I wasnt supposed to fall in love with you, but
The girls gotta ask the guys. Also...
you have to believe me when I tell you that
A: Oh, right. So when are you gonna ask
what I feel for you is real.
me? Ive had my eye on you for a while.
B: I cant believe this! Why are all these
C: Hey, buddy. Ease off my girl, man. Or do
things happening to me! I cant take it
you want a knuckle-sandwich?
anymore! Let me out of the car!
B: Cool it, guys.

A: Your girl? Says who?
Elementary The Weekend Aliens! (C00
C: Says me, pipsqueak!
91)
Elementary Intermediate Volleyball (
27
C0093)
A:
Turtles?
required
for
Whatever...
the
Look,
creation
of
all
thats
matter
an
A: Its a beautiful day here in New Zealand at
imbalance of particles and anti-particles. At
the Mens Volleyball world championship. My
least, thats what the math says.
name is Rick Fields and Im joined by the
B: Math, shmath. Whats the evidence?
man with the plan, Bob Copeland.
A: There is evidence! You know Edwin
B: Thank you, Rick. Weve got a very exciting
Hubble? Hes the guy who in the early
encounter
two
twentieth century was the first scientist to
powerhouse teams, Brazil and China, face off
measure the drift of matter in the universe,
against each other and try to qualify for the
thus advancing notions of an expanding
next round. Without a doubt, both teams are
universe. What would it be expanding from?
in top shape and this will prove to be a
Well, the Big Bang... DUH!
competitive match.
B: Anyway, its just a theory. Why do people
A: The ref signals the start of the game and
go around touting theories? Wheres the
here we go. Ribeiro serves and China quickly
scientific rigor in that?
receives the ball. Chen bumps it to the
A: Dude, dont equivocate. A theory only
setter, and... a very nice set by Chen!
becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous
B: Xu spikes it! Wow, what a great hit! The
testing. You slept through class, didnt you?
Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and
B: Agh! Youre making my head hurt again!
tried to block him but he managed to get the
Quit with the questions!
ahead
of
us
today
as
ball in! Great play.

A: Its Chinas service now. What a superb
ElementaryDaily LifeTalking
jump serve by Li, oh, and we have a let
About a Past Event (C0095)
serve. The ball was coming in fast and

almost made it over the net.
A: Mike! Hey, how are you, man! Long time
B: Brazil calls for a time out and well be
no see!
right back, after a short commercial break.
B: Hey, Pat! Yeah, I havent seen you in

ages! How are you?
Elementary Global View Big Bang The
A: Im doing great! Its funny running into
ory (C0094)
you like this. Just last week I ran into Matt as

well.
A: Whats up? You dont look too good.
B: Yeah? Hows he doing?
B: Yeah, my head hurts, thats all. Ive been
A: Hes doing well. We went out for a couple
in physics class all day. Its killer!
of beers and the funniest thing happened.
A: I liked physics. Its all math, really; arcs,
B: Oh yeah?
curves, velocity, cool stuff.
A: Well, we were talking and catching up on
B: Yeah, yeah, but todays lesson was all
what weve been doing, talking about work
about the creation of the universe.
and family, when all of a sudden, Matt saw a
A: A physics class about the creation of the
mouse run under his chair and he completely
universe? Thats some pretty unscientific
lost
language there. Sounds more religious to
screaming...
me.
B: Ha ha, really?
B: Its all religion. Take the theory of the Big
A: Yeah, and the funniest thing was, that he
Bang. How is it possible that all of the stuff in
jumped on to his chair and started shrieking
the
like a girl. You had to be there! Everyone was
universe
comes
from
an
explosion?
Thats no better than Atlas carrying the globe
it!
He
started
freaking
out,
and
staring and laughing... it was hilarious!
on his back or African myths about turtles

and stuff.
Elementary The Weekend 1960s Engli

28
sh (C0096)
with a chance of showers. Later in the day,

we can expect partly cloudy skies, with a
A: Hey man... I really like your pad. Those
forecast high of thirty-eight degrees.
lava lamps are far out! Thanks for letting me
A: You heard it folks! Its gonna be a cold
crash here tonight.
one!
B: Its no problem, brother! I wanted a pad
B: Thats right Bill. We will have more later
where people could come, listen to music
on today on the six oclock news. Thats the
and just hang loose, you dig what Im
weather forecast for this morning.
saying?
A: I dig it man! We could throw a bash here
Elementary Daily Life Flattering (C009
and make it a really happening scene!
8)
B: Yeah man, that would be groovy! Hey, I

gotta split for a while, are you OK here by
A: Valerie! Hi! Wow how are you? Its been
yourself?
such a long time!
A: Dont worry about me brother... You go
B: Darlene! Indeed, its been a while! How
take care of business.
have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I
B: Alright, peace out.
love what youve done with your hair!

A: Really? Thanks! I went to that hair salon
Elementary Daily Life Weather Foreca
that you told me about, but enough about
st (C0097)
me! Look at you! You havent aged a day

since the last time I saw you! What is your
A: ...And now, lets go to Kenny Williams for
secret!
todays weather forecast.
B: Ha ha, come on! Well, Ive been watching
B: Thank you Bill, and good morning Salt
what I eat, and working out three times a
Lake City!
week. By the way, I heard your son recently
A: Whats the weather looking like today,
graduated!
Kenny?
A: Yes, my little Paul is finally a doctor. They
B: Well, its a bit of a mixed bag in Utah
grow up so fast you know.
today; weve got heavy cloud cover here in
B: He is such a handsome guy. He gets his
Northern
looks from his mother of course!
Utah,
and
were
calling
for
scattered showers throughout the day, with a
A: Thank you! What about your daughter,
day-time high of forty-five degrees. Now, if
Pamela? I heard she has passed the bar
we move down to the south of the state, we
exam and married recently.
can see that a cold front is moving in. We
B: Oh yes. She had a beautiful wedding in
can expect clear skies, but it will be quite
Cozumel Mexico and we all attended.
cold, with temperatures hovering around the
A: Such a lovely girl. I hope my Paul is lucky
thirty degree mark.
enough to find a girl like that someday!
A: Its a chilly day folks, so dont forget your
B: But of course! Well, its been great talking
coats! What about tomorrow Kenny? Do you
to you, but I have to get going.
have good news for us?
A: Same here! We will catch up soon, maybe
B: Well, itll be a rainy day for Northern
over coffee!
Utah;
B: That would be great! Give me a call!
we
can
expect
some
isolated
downpours in the morning. Winds will be
A: See you soon! Bye! Ugg... I cant stand
coming in from the North East, with gusts
that woman or her obnoxious son.
reaching twenty-three miles per hour. Salt

Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet
Elementary Global View Movie Review
in the evening. Things are looking a bit
(C0099)
better for the South; well see cloudy skies

29
A: Welcome back movie lovers to another
Holiday Inn that is on that corner.
Premier Movie Review. My name is Richard
A: Sure thing. So, where are you flying in
Clarke and I am joined today by the very
from?
erudite DavidWatson.
B: From China.
B: Thank you Dick. Today we are going to
A: Really? You dont look very Chinese to
talk about the movie Lion King. Tell me
me, if you dont mind me saying so.
Dave, what is your impression of this film?
B: Its fine. I am actually from Mexico. I was
A: Well, I think this film is simply a fable,
in China on a business trip, visiting some
depicting mans eternal greed for power, and
local companies that manufacture bathroom
in my opinion, its a very fine film. Even
products.
despite
A: Wow sounds interesting! Excuse me if I
the
accusations
of
plagiarism
traditional folk tales from other countries.
am being a bit nosy but, how old are you?
The
B: Dont you know its rude to ask a lady her
musical
score
was
amazing,
the
animation was very well done, and the story
age?
was simply enchanting.
A: Dont get me wrong! Its just that you
B:
think
otherwise.
Even
though
the
seem so young and already doing business
animation was technically strong, and as you
overseas!
say, the score and songs performed by Elton
B: Well thank you! In that case, I am 26
John were great, the film lacks a certain
years old, and what about yourself?
originality; it lacked heart. And I would dare
A: I am 40 years old and was born and
to say, it was too predictable.
raised here in the good old U.S of A,
A: Predictable! How! Come on Dick, Its a G-
although I have some Colombian heritage.
rated movie! Its for the kids! Its not a
B: Really? Thats great! Do you speak some
thriller!
Spanish?
B: Well, thats just it. It did have some very
A: Uh... yeah.. of course!
dramatic and intense scenes. For example
B: Que bien! Entonces podemos hablar en
when
espanol!
Mufasa
dies,
or
the
dark,
grim
portrayal of Scar. Even so, the film is linear.

Mufasa dies, Simba runs away thinking its
his fault. Falls in love and returns to retake
01)
what is rightfully his. Its just too clich.
A: Hey man! Hows it hanging?
A: How can it be clich? Its a fable! Its
B: Hey man! Everything is just groovy baby!
telling a time-honoured story! The movie
A: Did you go to the roller rink on Saturday?
make a point of how the hunger for power
I heard it was far out, man!
leads to corruption, and teaches children the
B: I wanted to, but I ran into this foxy lady
value of respect, life and love.
that just moved to my block! I was chatting
B: You have always been so soft, Dave!
her up a bit and then we mellowed out at her
A: Open your heart Dick. Dont shut us out.
place.
B: Anyway... Thats all for today folks! Join
A: Right on, right on! Well, Jim went to the
us next time as we talk about "How to
rink with Sherry and he said it was dy-no-
lose a guy in 10 days" Im sure youll
mite! He was low on bread, but Sherry paid
love that one Dave!
for everything.
Elementary Daily Life Where are you f
B: Gravy! Jim is such a jive turkey man. He
rom? (C0100)
is always hitting me up for cash. Anyway,

you wanna book and go grab some grub?
A: Where to, miss?
A: Yeah man, Im starving!
B: Hi! Crenshaw and Hawthorne, at the

30
Elementary Global View Global Warmi
A: Why, Ive never been so disrespected in all
ng (C0102)
of my days. Im a professor, a scientist and

researcher of high regard.
A: And therefore, global warming is the
B: Yeah, and a duplicitous one at that.
greatest deception of the early 21st century.
Everyone knows youre in the pocket of the
Questions?
oil lobby. Why should we trust your so-called
B: Uh& yeah. In the lecture you said theres
findings more than tobacco institute studies
more
which say smoking doesnt harm health?
evidence
in
the
scientific
record
supporting global cooling?
Youre full of it.
A: Well, yes, essentially, the historical record
A: Some people just cannot handle civil
supports a theory of climate cycles. Warming
debate!
and cooling are cooperating processes in the

planetary eco-system.
Elementary Daily Life Baby, Im Sorry
B: If thats true and the planet is getting
(C0103)
cooler, what explains the rapid melting of the

polar ice caps and the dramatic rise in the
A: Can we talk?
global average temperatures?
B: Sure, honey, were talking now, arent
A: But are global temperatures rising? If you
we?
look at the data from nineteen seventy-five
A: You know what I mean.
youll&
B: Yeah. I know.
B: Youll be misled. If you were serious, you
A: I want to know where this relationship is
would look at the record starting in the
going. Im in love with you and I need to
1880s. Then you would see how dramatically
know...
the earths temperature has changed.
B: You know, I think youre awesome.
A: Young lady, I beg to differ. Look, the point
A: Im awesome. Well, I guess thats my
of the lecture was to emphasize that there is
answer, isnt it.
evidence for both sides, and Im putting forth
B: Honey...
the argument that theres greater evidence
A: Look, if you dont love me, its not a thing,
in support of the global cooling hypothesis.
alright, weve had our laughs, but I dont
Look, its an indisputable fact that the public
appreciate... maybe its just time we...
is
B: Baby, I love you so much.
being
manipulated
and
scared
into
believing theres some kind of climate crisis;
A: You do?
this scaremongering is done, quite simply,
B: I love you. And I think youre awesome.
for political reasons.
A: Oh, I love you too!
B:
But
even
without
the
B: Come on. Put the gun down.
uncomfortable
A: Oh baby, Im so sorry.
reality that greenhouse gases like carbon

dioxide contribute to global warming, isnt the
Elementary The Weekend Skiing (C01
topic appropriate for politicians to discuss?
04)
A: Not if they want to use your tax dollars

and mine to fund completely unnecessary
A: Welcome ski lovers of all ages! My name
initiatives.
B:
Yeah,
endangered
like
conservation,
species
and
is Rick Fields and here with me is the man
protecting
investing
that needs no introduction, Bob Copeland.
in
B: Thank you, Rick! What a beautiful day
renewable energy. At the very least, you
here in Aspen, Colorado where the sun is
have to concede that this debate has the
shinning, and weve got twelve inches of
potential to end our dependence on foreign
fresh powder. It doesnt get much better
oil. Buying oil supports autocratic countries
than this.
that use these revenues to devastating ends.

31
A: Thats right, Bob, but today we have a
your strategy outline. Ive gotta say, Alex,
special treat for our viewers. Were joined
you really wowed me today.
here by Ian Roussy, the four-time giant
A: Aw, come on; it was nothing. Im just
slalom champion. And on this
doing my job.
special edition of the show, Ian is going to
B: No, I think you deserve some recognition
teach
here; I mean, if I look back on your previous
us the basics of skiing! So, lets hit the
Presentations, this is a huge improvement.
slopes!
A: Well, Kristin did give me a hand with the
C: Well, first off, lets get those boots on.
slides. Shes a real wiz on PowerPoint.
Youre going
B: And I saw that you took on board my
to want to make sure your boots fit snugly.
feedback about pricing strategies. I really
Thats right;
appreciate you taking the time to think
now
snap them
into
your
bindings.
though my suggestions.
And youre also going to want a good pair of
A: Yeah, well, that was some good advice.
goggles
You made some really good points.
to protect your eyes. Its a bright day today,
B: Well, I just wanted to say well done.
so theres going to be a lot of glare out there
Really you did a great job.
on
the slopes. We dont want you hitting any of
Elementary Daily Life Mobile Phone Pl
thosemoguls!
an (C0106)
A: Bob, since youre a beginner skier and
B: Yeah, Ive just moved here, and Id like to
might take a few spills, it is a good idea to
activate my cell phone, and Im not sure if I
have a good warm pair of dry ski gloves.
should go with a prepaid plan, or a monthly
C: Easy there, Rick! Well, lets head on over
rate plan.
to the chairlift, and test your skills! All right,
A: I see. Well, can I have a look at your
were up here on the bunny hill, so, Bob, why
phone? Unfortunately, this phone cant be
dont you do a few snow-plow turns. Gnarly
used in the US; its not compatible with our
run, Rick! Nice carving! Youve got some mad
3G network.
skills! That was sick!
B: What? Really? I dont really want to have
A: You wanna see gnarley? Well, see that
to buy a new phone.
bump over there, Im going to catch some
A: Well, youre in luck! You see, if you sign
major air.
up for our three-year plan, well throw in a
C: Butt plant!
handset for free.
B: Ha ha ha! He lost his skis! Yard sale!!!
B: Really? Whats the catch?
A: Ahem, well. Thanks for joining us here
A: Theres no catch! You just choose a plan,
today, I think that about does it. Bob, Ian,
sign a three-year contract and, thats it!
time for some aprs-ski?
Actually, were running a special promotion
C: No way, man! Were off to grab some
right
freshies!!!
now,
and
were
giving
away
Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value
Elementary The Office Job Well Done
forty dollar plan.
(C0105)
B: So what does this plan include?

A: Well, you get nine hundred anytime
A: And so, that concludes my outline for our
minutes, and you can also enjoy free mobile
marketing strategy next year. Thank you
to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients,
very much for your time.
one thousand text messages per month, and
B: Hey, that was quite the Presentation!
unlimited evening and weekend minutes. Oh,
Honestly, I was completely blown away by
and we also offer a rollover option.

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B: Wow, all this for forty dollars per month?
A: ... Now that we have been over the gory
A: Thats right, plus the activation fee, the
details of our disastrous first quarter, Ed!
emergancy services fee, the monthly service
Give us some good news. How are things
fee, oh, and any charges for extra minutes,
looking for us in terms of sales this month?
and...
B: Uh well...would you like the bad news first

or the really bad news?
ElementaryDailyLifeComplainingat aRes
A: What? Ed, dont tell me you only have bad
taurant (C0107)
news!
B: Well sir, our sales have dropped, no
A: Excuse me, waiter? Waiter!
plunged, fifty percent in the past month
B: Yes, sir? What can I do for you?
alone. We are currently overstocked and
A: Ive been sitting here for the past twenty
overstaffed and our profits are falling fast.
minutes and no one has offered me a glass
The market is in recession and we have no
of water, brought any bread to the table and
way of moving our inventory, or getting rid of
our appetizers havent been served yet! You
our staff. If we consider redundancies, it
know, in this kind of establishment, Id
would cost us a fortune because of the new
expect much better service.
regulations
B: I am sorry, sir. Ill check on your order
A: For crying out loud... How fast are we
C: Relax honey, the place is busy tonight, but
losing money?
Ive heard the food is amazing. Anyway...
B: Um...how can I put this? Lets just say
B: Here you are, sir. The foie gras for the
that at this pace, we will be filing for Chapter
lady, and a mushroom soup for you.
eleven in less than three months.
A: Waiter, I ordered a cream of mushroom
A:
soup with asparagus. This soup is obviously

runny,
and
its
over-seasoned.
compensation
packages. Its a real mess.
right away.
too
governing
What!
Geez!
How
could
this
have
happened? So whats the bad news?
Its
B: Oh, thats the really bad news. Our
completely inedible!
supplier suffered QC problems and, well, half
B: Okay, I do apologize for that. Can I bring
of our production is faulty. Were going to
you another soup, or would you like to order
have to recall all items sold in the last
something else?
quarter. And the worst part? Were going to
A: Take this foie gras back as well, its
have to shoulder this cost.
rubbery and completely overcooked. And
A: Are you joking? Get the supplier on the
look at the portion size! How can you charge
line now! They have to assume the costs of
twenty-five dollars for a sliver of duck liver?
this mess!
B: Right away... sir.
B: We tried that, sir. The factory has gone
C: Honey come on! The foie gras was fine,
under and the owner apparently has fled the
why are you making such a big deal? Are you
country.
trying to get our meal comped again?
A: Were doomed!
A: What do you mean? We are paying for
B: There is some really good news though!
this. If Im shelling out my hard earned
A: Really? What!
bucks, I expect value for money!
B: I got offered a new job!
B: Here you are, sir. I hope it is alright now.

The chef has prepared it specially for you.
Elementary The Weekend Breaking Up
A: Yes, fine.
(C0109)
C: Honey, are you alright?

A: Honey, do you have a second?
Elementary The Office Bad news, boss
B: Sure! Are you okay? You seem a bit
. (C0108)
worried. Whats on your mind?

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A: We need to talk.
business major and you are in your second
B: Okay...
year. Is this information correct?
A: Ive been thinking, and well, I think we
A: Yes. I do want to take some additional
need to start seeing other people.
credits
B: What? Why? I mean, weve had our ups
psychology.
and downs, and we have the occasional
B: Sure. Thats not a problem. Do you have
disagreement, but were happy together,
the list of courses you want to take this
arent we?
semester?
A: Thats just it, Im not happy anymore,
A: Yeah. Heres my list. Im not sure if the
Tim. Its not you, its me. I know that I can
class schedule will allow me to take all of
be hard to deal with, and you are a great
them though.
guy! You are the type of guy that any woman
B: Yeah, thats perfect. What about the
would kill for!
subjects for your minor?
B: So, what are you saying? Youre breaking
A: Oh yeah! Almost forgot! I need to take
up with me because Im perfect?
fundamental
A: Tim, you are too good for me. You
psychology and neuroanatomy.
deserve someone who can make you smile
B: Wow, you are going to be busy this
and make you happy the way that you made
semester!
me happy. Oh, I could say that Ill be all you
registered now; youll have to make your
need, but that would be a lie. I know Id only
first tuition payment before classes start.
this
year
to
get
linguistics,
Okay, here
you
minor
in
consumer
go.
You
are
hurt you, I know Id only make you cry.

B: Baby, come on. Dont do this to me!
Elementary The Weekend Golf (C0111
Whatever it is, we can work it out. Just give
me another chance! I know that we can get
A: Good morning golf aficionados! My name
through this, but we gotta stick together!
is Rick Fields, and you guessed it, I am here
Dont leave me.
with my main man, Bob Copeland.
A: I cant, Tim. I hope someday you can find
B: Thank you, Rick! As you can see, ladies
some way to understand Im only doing this
and gentleman, we are here in beautiful
for you. I dont really wanna go but, deep in
Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the
my heart I know this is the kindest thing to
world are trying to win the grand prize of one
do.
million dollars!
B: Laura...
A: Whoa, thats a lot of cash! Lets go to the
A: Here are your keys. Ill send my sister to
course and see how Tiger Woods is doing.
pick up the rest of my things next week. Im
B: All right, werere here at the eighth hole.
sorry, Tim. I wish you all the best, and I
Its a par four, and has some very difficult
hope that one day we can meet again. Ill
hazards which many golfers find difficult to
always love you. Goodbye.
avoid. Although, I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a
ElementaryDaily Life Registering for Un
hole in one on this very same hole!
iversity (C0110)
A: Tiger Woods is about to tee off, and lets

see if he has the same luck as Jack. Tiger is
A: Excuse me? Is this where I register? Id
asking his caddie for his driver and, he
like to sign up for my courses for next
seems to be very nervous.
semester.
B: Oh no! Not a good swing at all! Its
B: Yes, of course. I need your student ID
definitely not his day today. On the seventh
please.
hole he got a bogey and before that he
A: Here you are.
barely made par. He will definitely not get a
B: Okay, Susan. It says here that you are a
birdie on this shot.

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A:
It
seems
that
his
ball
has
flown
C: Sorry Im late everyone. There was a
somewhere deep in the trees. He is having a
huge
traffic
jam
on
the
highway
this
hard time finding it and even his caddie has
morning.
climbed a tree to try and spot it.
D: Morning everyone! Were you stuck in
B: Oh no! A bear! Run, Tiger, run! Somebody
traffic as well, Jess? There was a huge pileup
call animal control!
on the highway and traffic was backed up for

miles.
Elementary Daily Life Dr. Plumber (C0
B: Scott just called and said that hes
112)
running late. His last meeting ran over, but

hes on his way now.
A: Good afternoon! Did you call for a
A: Guys, this is not acceptable. If I say the
plumber?
meeting starts at ten, the meeting starts at
B: Yes, yes I did. Please come in! Im so glad
ten. Not tenoh-one! And definitely not ten-
you came! This old house is falling apart!
ten! All right. Lets get started. So the first
Come on into the bathroom. See, here,
thing I want to talk about is our...
theres water leaking everywhere!
E: Im really sorry, everyone! I know Im
A: I see. Let me have a look. It seems that
late. But really, its not my fault. I was
your toilet is clogged, and thats why it wont
getting a coffee at Starbucks, and the line
flush. Let me just get my plunger. No, thats
was way too long. I was waiting for twenty
not working either. I suspect that theres
minutes to get my coffee!
some sort of foreign object in the pipes thats

causing a blockage. Thats whats making
your toilet overflow.
14)
B: Oh, that must be because of my fouryear-old daughter. She is always flushing
A: Jim! Whats up man!
things down the toilet. You know how kids
B: Charlie! Is that your ride? Its butt ugly,
are.
dude!
A: Yeah, I have a little one myself. Anyway,
A: Dont be a airhead! This is a nineteen
these water pipes are really rusty, so they
sixty-nine Chevy Impala! I just need to fix it
also should be changed. That could be
up a bit. In a couple of months, this baby is
causing water to not drain completely; that
gonna be wicked!
might lead to more problems in the future. I
B: Not even! Check it out! Now thats a fresh
would also suggest fixing this faucet that
ride!
isnt shutting off properly. I could have it all
A: Too bad the driver is a major dweeb.
finished by today if its urgent.
Anyone can have a car like that if their daddy
B: That would be great! Is it expensive?
is loaded like his.
A: Lets see... I would say about eight
B: Hes coming this way, be cool.
hundred dollars.
C: Hey guys! What do you think of my
B: What? Thats more than I make in a day
automobile? Isnt it bad to the bone?
and Im a heart surgeon!
A: Word! The ladies are gonna be lining up to

get with you when they see you driving
Elementary The Office Sorry Im Late
around in that car.
(C0113)
C: You really think so?

B: For sure!
A: Where is everyone? We were supposed to
C: Awesome!
start fifteen minutes ago!
A: Psych! haha.. you totally fell for it.
B: Jo called and said shed be here in a sec.
C: You are a real scumbag, Charlie. When I
She said she got tied up with a client.
do the nasty with the prom queen, well see

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who has the last laugh.
data analyis. You know, if the tech guys
B: Dude, dont have a cow!
would have done their job and kept the CRM

stable, then I wouldnt have missed my
Elementary Daily Life I Dont Feel So
deadline.
Good (C0115)
A: Oh, come on! An excuse like that is

tantamount
A: Are you okay, man? You dont look very
blaming
well.
the
to
lying.
tech
Youre
team
for
essentially
your
time
management issues, rather than accepting
B: Ugh, I feel terrible. I went out last night
responsibility for the fact that you were
with Trevor and things got a little out of
procrastinating for the past two weeks.
hand.
B: No, Im not trying to pass the buck here; I
A: Nice! So, where did you guys go?
know that it was me who is ultimately
B: We hit a couple of local bars, and met up
responsible for getting this done. But the
with some friends. Everything was cool until
thing is, I could have finished on time if the
Mike came along, and it turned out that it
system hadnt gone down. And you know,
was his birthday yesterday!
with everything Ive got going on now, I cant
A: Oh no! Mikes birthday is a drinkfest for
afford to waste time dealing with technical
sure!
problems. Ive got a lot on my plate and
B: Tell me about it! We drank everything in
there are only twenty-four hours in a day...
the bar!
A: Im not going to accept this excuse.
A: Is that why you missed work today?
Youre using these small technical glitches as
B: Yeah. I woke up this morning feeling
a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact
really nauseous. I threw up like five times.
that youve missed your deadline. Look, we
A: Eww!
have standards and I expect you to live up to
B: I was so dehydrated that I drank like a
those standards. No more phoney excuses. If
gallon of water, and my head has been
youre in over your head, you tell me. No
pounding all day. I swear, Im never gonna
more missed deadlines. Now, I want that
drink again!
data on my desk by nine am!
A: Too bad man, tonight is Tracys going

away party and she asked if you were gonna
ElementaryTheWeekend Im Sorry I Lo
go.
ve You IX(C0117)
B: Oh, yeah. Im there!

Steven: Veronica wait! Come on honey, get
ElementaryThe OfficeYou MissedTheDe
back in the car. Lets talk it over, okay?
adline! (C0116)
Veronica: No! Im tired of your lies! I dont

know who you are anymore!
A: And so, I just wanted to check in with you
Steven: Veronica. Its me, the man that has
and find out where we are with this project.

As
you
know,
youve
missed
and always will love you. Im sorry that Ive
fairly
lied to you. Believe me, its been so hard for
significant deadline last week, and this will
me as well, and time and again, Ive thought
negativity impact the teams ability to move
of coming clean. But, I couldnt put you, or
forward with the next stages of this project.
my mission at risk. Its all over now. My
B: I know, Im really sorry that I missed the
assignment is complete and now I have to go
deadline. But really, it wasnt my fault. You
back to India.
see, we had all of these unexpected technical
Veronica: What? Are you kidding? Is there
problems at the last minute, and that I
anything else I should know before I never
couldnt get into the database and extract
see you again? How could you deceive me
the kind of information that I needed for the
like that?
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Steven: Yes... Veronica... I know that this
C: Hes so adorable! I could just eat him up!
isnt the best time and that you probably
A: Ok, say bye to nana! Time to go beddy -
hate me right now but, I want to be
bye!
completely forthright with you. I know deep

in my heart that you are the best thing that
Elementary The Weekend Being Scare
has ever happened to me. Veronica... will
d (C0119)
you marry me? Come with me to India baby,

I
cant
make
up
for
everything
Shabby: Eddie, why are we at this scary
thats
looking mansion? Its like, ultra spooky!
happened, but I can promise you my undying
Eddie: I told you already Shabby, the owner
love. I will be
of the house says there is a ghost haunting
the most devoted husband, and I will cherish
his
you always.
Veronica:
Steven...
cant
just
everything
at the drop of a hat! With
house
so
we
have
to
go
in
and
investigate.
leave
Scruy puypoo: I dont like this!

Wilma: Come on guys, stop being such
everything that has happened between us, I
cowards. Its a mystery and an adventure!
just dont know you any more. I just cant
Shabby: This place gives me the creeps!
build a relationship on a foundation of lies. I
Seriously guys, lets get out of here! Im
do love you but... I cant go with you. Im
getting goosebumps just being here!
sorry... I love you...
Scruy: Shabby is a scaredy cat!
AIRPORT:This is the last call for flight eight
Wilma: That laugh came from this room.
one five from Los Angeles to Hyderabad.
Lets go and check it out.
Airline worker: Im sorry sir we cant wait
Eddie: Look! A ghost! Run!
any longer you must board the plane. Are

you waiting for someone?
Elementary The Weekend Boxing (C0
Steven: I was but, I dont think she is
120)
coming...
A: Welcome back, boxing fans! My name is
Elementary Daily Life Baby Talk (C011
Rick Fields, and here with me is the man with
8)
an iron jaw, Bob Copeland.

B: Thank you, Rick! We are coming to you
A: Honey, the baby is up again.
live from Las Vegas! Were in the beautiful
B: Its your turn! I went last night.
MGM Grand Hotel and Casino where the
A: Fine! Hello widdle baby! Why are you
world heavyweight championship is about to
crying widdle baby? Oh, I see, you made a
get under way!
doo-doo!
A: Thats right Bob! We are about to witness
B: Whats going on hun? Why is the baby
the legendary Italian Stallion himself, Rocky
crying?
Balboa, square off against his lifetime rival,
A: The widdle baby made a doo -doo!
Apollo Creed! This will be a gruesome match
B: What a good boy! Lets get this icky diaper
for sure.
off you.
B: Both fighters are in the ring, and we are
A: Looky what I have here! Mickey Mouse
about to begin.
jammies! oopsie-daisy! Did the widdle baby
C: In the blue corner, weighing in at two
just tinkle all over daddy?
hundred and twenty pounds, the former
B: Yes he did! Yes he did! You just made a
heavyweight champion of the world, The
wee wee all over daddy!
Master of Disaster, the one and only, Apollo
A: Hold still while I change this yucky diaper.
Creed! In the red corner, weighing two
C: What going on in here?
hundred and eighteen pounds and with a
A: Oh look its nana! Say hi to nana!

37
record of forty-seven wins and thirty-seven
Elementary Daily Life Supermarket Ca
knockouts,
shier (C0122)
the
undefeated,
undisputed,
heavyweight champion of the world, the

A: Excuse me sir, this is the express check-
Italian Stallion, Rocky Balboa!

is
out lane for people that have fifteen items or
underway! Apollo quickly attacks Rocky with
fewer. It looks like you have more than
quick strong jabs! Rocky dodges successfully
fifteen items there.
and counterattacks with a strong right hook!
B: Oh, come on! I have sixteen items! Cut
B: Apollo is cut! Rocky landed a strong blow
me some slack, will ya?
to his right eyebrow and cut him!
A: Fine! Please place your items on the belt
A: This is his chance! Rocky quickly throws a
and push your shopping cart through. Do you
left, right, another left! Apollo is getting
prefer paper or plastic?
pounded!
B: Plastic. I also have a couple of coupons.
B: Apollo recovers with a powerful haymaker
A: No problem, Ill take those. Sir, these
and catches Rocky off guard! Hes down! the
coupons expired yesterday.
ref starts the count!
B: Darn! Oh, well. I guess its just not my
C: 1,2,3,4,5,.....
day. Thanks anyway.
A:
There
is
the
bell
and
this
fight
A: Do you have a club card or will it be cash?

Elementary Global View Presidential S
B: Yeah I got a club card. Here you go.
peech (C0121)
A: Will this be debit or credit?

B: Debit please. Also, could I get cash back?
A: Good evening, my fellow Americans.
Fifty dollars would be great.
Three days from now, after a half-century of
A: Yeah, sure. Your total is seventy-eight
service of our country, I shall lay down the
dollars and thirty-three cents. Here is your
responsibilities of office as, in a traditional
receipt. Have a nice day.
and solemn ceremony, the authority of the

Presidency is vested in my successor. This
evening I come to you with a message of
23)
leave-taking and farewell, and to share a few

final thoughts with you, my countrymen.
A: Hey four-eyes! Whats up man, how have
A: Like every other citizen, I wish the new
you been?
President, and all who will labor with him,
B: Not bad, just went to the mall and picked
Godspeed. I pray that the coming years will
up some junk. Check out my new Adidas!
be blessed with peace and prosperity for all.
A: Those are dope! You are gonna be getting
A: Our people expect their President and the
mad props from the gang, man. Anyways,
Congress to find essential agreement on
have you seen Betty lately?
questions of great importance, the wise
B: Dude, dont even go there. That girl
resolution of which will better shape the
started trippin cuz I went to the movies with
future of our great nation. My own relations
Veronica the other day. I was like look, you
with Congress began on a remote and
knew how I was before you got with me.
tenuous basis when, long ago, a member of
A: Thats right! Your such a playa, man.
the Senate appointed me to West Point. I
Dude, theres Mad Max. Lets go say hi.
then had the pleasure of building more
B: Max! Whassup! Are you okay? You look
intimate relationship with Congress during
like you just saw a ghost.
the war and immediate post-war period.
C: I got an F in English class. My life is over...
Finally, we have progressed to the mutually
A: Dude, get over it! You need to lay off the
interdependent relationship weve had during
books for a while and have some fun! Come
these past eight years.
on, lets bounce.

38
C: Where are we going? Oh, crap. My dad is
A: It smells like an ashtray in here!
gonna go postal when he finds out about
B: Hi honey! Whats wrong? Why do you
this.
have that look on your face?
A: Im gonna open a can of whopass on you
A: Whats wrong? I thought we agreed that
if you dont come with me now!
you were gonna quit smoking.
C: Okay, okay. Geez...
B: No! I said I was going to cut down which

is very different. You cant just expect me to
Elementary Daily Life Tools (C0124)
go cold turkey overnight!

A: Look, there are other ways to quit. You
A: Alright, ladies and gentlemen. Weve been
can
hired to build a deck on this here house, and

turn
this boring and
drab lawn into
chewing
gum.
nicotine
We
patch,
spend
or
nicotine
fortune
on
cracking down and not allowing smoking in
Weve only got one day to finish this, so Im
any public place. Its not like you can just
gonna need everyone to give one hundred
light up like before.
and ten percent today. Its going to be tough,
B: I know, I know. I am trying but, I dont
but weve got a great team here, and I know
have the willpower to just quit. I cant fight
that together we can tackle this project. That
with the urge to reach for my pack of smokes
being said, lets get to work!
in the morning with coffee or after lunch!
B: Thats right. Now, remember, weve been
Please understand?
over the plans, but we really need to make
A: Fine! I want a divorce!
sure that everything is up to code. The home

pretty thorough,
the
cigarettes every month and now laws are
backyard oasis. There is one catch, though.
inspectors here are
try
so
Elementary The Weekend Thats Funn
please make sure you follow the plans
y! (C0126)
exactly. And remember the carpenters rule

of thumb: measure twice and cut once.
AnnoHuenclleor:everyone, and welcome to
A: Okay, guys. Lets get at it. Bob! Pass me
open mic night! Youre in for a real treat as
that hammer! The nails wont go in; the
weve got a lot of great comics here with us
wood is too hard. I think Im gonna need the
tonight. First up, we have a very funny man
nail gun. That did it!
coming straight from the state of Montana,
C: Do me a favor and help me cut this two-
Robert Hicks!
by-four, will ya? Pass me the circular saw,
A: Thank you, everyone! Well, what a lovely
and grab hold of the end of the board. Now
crowd. You know, theres nothing I love
help me drill some holes in it so we can place
better than standup comedy! You know, Ive
the bolts.
been working on my routine for months now,
B: I think you should sand the edges. Look
and Ive got some real zingers for you
at all these splinters, someone could get
tonight. Lets start out with some short
hurt. Geez...you gotta take pride in your
jokes, how bout that? Where do you find a
work!
one legged dog? Where you left it.
C: Yeah, youre right. Pass me the sander
A: Get it? mmm Anyways... What do you call
and Ill take care of it.
a sheep with no legs? A cloud !
A: Julia! Get over here with the level,
A: Tough crowd... Alright, now youre going
measuring tape and that box of screws!
to love this joke. Its hilarious! What do cows
C: Oh, no! Look out below!
do for entertainment? They rent moooovies !

moooovies
Elementary Daily Life No Smoking! (C
A: Okay, Okay, weve got a few hecklers in
0125)
the audience, but this one is good! What

does a fish say when it runs into a wall?
39
DAM!
Team B: Rap, Disco and... and...
A: Okay, Last one! Why do gorillas have big

nostrils?
Coz
they
got
big
fingers!!!!
You X (C0128)
CrowGd:et off the stage! You suck!

A: Thanks everyone that was my time.
Gulam: Steven! Good to see you brother!
Elementary The Weekend I Love That
How are you? How was your trip?
Song! (C0127)
Steven: It was fine. Ive been better but, its

great to be home, Ive missed you all! Hows
Host: Welcome back, music lovers, to I
mom?
Love That Song! The game show where we
Gulam: Shes great! All she ever does is talk
test your
about you -her little boy that went to the
musical knowledge to the extreme! Lets get
United States. Youre her pride and joy, you
started! Team A... Guess this tune:
know that?
Team A: Carrying Your Love With Me by
Steven: Cant wait to see her. And you?
George Straight! The genre is country music!
Whats new with you?
Host: You are right! one hundred points to
Gulam: Well, Nisha and I are expecting!
team A! Now, for our next cut.
Youll have another nephew or niece soon!
Team B: Thong Song by Sisqo! I believe the
Steven: Thats great! Wow! Congrats! You
genre is R&B?
two are great together, ya know. You have
Host: One hundred big points for team B!
such a beautiful family. I hope one day I can
For all our viewers the acronym R&B stands
have that.
for Rhythm and Blues. On that note, DJ, play
Gulam: Of course, man! Come on! I mean,
our next song!
everything was set here for you to marry
Team B: Superstar by The Carpenters!
Shalini! You know, shes still pining after you.
Host: And the genre?
I dont think shell ever get over you.
Team B: Um... Um... Adult Contemporary?
Steven: What are you talking about? I
Host: Thats right! A hundred points! Uh oh!
hardly knew her! How could she be in love
That sound means its double or nothing! The
with me? I couldnt go through with it even
songs are more difficult and the points are
though she
doubled! Lets hear our next song!
is a great woman. No, I left my heart in the
Team A: Too easy! That song is Kinslayer by
United States. I just hope Veronica is happy.
the
Gulam: Get over it! Youre home now.
Finnish power metal group, Nightwish!
Everyone here thinks so highly of you;
Host: You are correct! Very impressive team
therell be girls throwing themselves at you.
A! And it seems we have a tie! Its time now
You can marry anyone you want!
for the tie-breaker round! Each team will be
Steven: I dont want to marry anyone! I
played three songs and they must tell us the
want to marry her! Dont you understand?
genre of each song in less than five seconds!
Gulam: You are incorrigible.
Team A, are you ready?
Liliana: Steven! My baby how are you! Ive
Team A: Ready!
missed you so much!
Host: Lets hear it!
Steven: Hey, mom! Great to see you!
Team A: Hip Hop, Classical and Gothic
Liliana: You look so thin! Didnt those
metal!
Americans feed you? Come come, lets have
Host: You are right! Team B, the pressure is
some chai. By the way... There is a girl here
on, if you get all of them right, we will move
waiting for you.
on to sudden death. If you miss one, you
Veronica: Hi Steven.
lose! DJ, Lets hear it!
Steven: Veronica! How did you get here?

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How did you know where I live? I waited for
a peace guaranteed by the binding force of
you at the airport but you never showed...
mutual respect and love.
Veronica: I also have some little secrets
A: Now, on Friday noon, I am to become a
that I havent told you about, but we can
private citizen. I am proud to do so. I look
discuss that later. I realized that I was just
forward to it. Thank you, and good night.
scared. Scared of how much I love you and

of the commitment that marriage requires.
Elementary Daily Life Going To The Gy
Im here now. Now there is something I
m (C0130)
wanna ask you. Steven, will you marry me?
A: Hey there, you look a little lost. Are you
Priest: I now declare you, husband and wife.
new here?
You may kiss the bride.
B: Yeah howd you know?
Elementary Global View Presidential S
A: You can always spot the newbies. I can
peech II (C0129)
give you a few pointers if you want. Were

you trying to use this machine here?
A: We now stand ten years past the midpoint
B: Yeah! I just started my training today and
of a century that has witnessed four major
Im not really sure where to begin.
wars among great nations. Three of these
A: Its ok, I know how it is. This machine
involved
the
here will work out your upper body, mainly
carnage of these conflicts, America is today
your triceps and biceps. Are you looking to
the strongest, the most influential and most
develop
productive nation in the world. We are
definition?
understandably proud of this preeminence,
B: Well, I dont want to be ripped like you! I
yet we realize that Americas leadership and
just want a good physique with weights and
prestige
cardio.
our
own
depend,
country.
not
Despite
merely
upon
our
strength
or
muscle
tone
and
unmatched material progress, riches and
A: In that case you want to work with less
military strength, but on how we use our
weight. You can start off by working ten to
power in the interests of world peace and
fifteen reps in four sets. Five kilo weights
human betterment.
should be enough. Now its very important
A: Throughout Americas adventure in free
that you stretch before pumping iron or you
government, such basic purposes have been
might pull a muscle.
to keep the peace; to foster progress in
B: Got it! Wow is that the weight you are
human achievement, and to enhance liberty,
lifting? My goodness thats a lot of weight!
dignity and integrity among peoples and
A: Its not that much. Just watch... Im ok...
among nations.
A: We pray that peoples of all faiths, all
Elementary Daily Life What if? Part 1
races, all nations, may have their great
(C0131)
human
needs
satisfied;
that
those
now
A: Okay, next question. If Eric asked you out
denied opportunity shall come to enjoy it to
on a date, what would you say?
the full; that all who yearn for freedom may
B: Duh! I would say yes! Eric is the most
experience its spiritual blessings; that those
popular kid in school! Okay, my turn. What
who have freedom will understand, also, its

heavy
responsibilities;
that
all
who
would you do if you won the lottery?
are
A: Lets see.... If I won the lottery, I would
insensitive to the needs of others will learn
buy two tickets for a trip around the world.
charity; that the scourges of poverty, disease
B: If you buy me a ticket I will go with you
and ignorance will be made to disappear
for sure!
from the earth, and that, in the goodness of
A: My dad will freak out if I even mention a
time, all peoples will come to live together in

41
trip like that!
washing machine.
B: Alright this is a good one. What would
A: Right. You have to turn it on and program
your mom say if you told her you are going
it depending on what type of clothes you are
to get married?
washing. For example for delicates, you
A: If I told her that, she would faint and
should set a shorter washing cycle. Also, be
have me committed!
sure to use fabric softener and this detergent

when washing.
Elementary Daily Life Mechanic (C013
B: So complicated! Ok, what about this red
2)
wine stain? How do I get it out?

A: Since this is a white t-shirt, you can just
A: Howdy! Nice car! What seems to be the
pour a little bit of bleach on it and it will do
problem?
the trick.
B: I dont know! This stupid old car started
B: Cool. Then I can just throw everything in
spewing white smoke and it just died on me.
the dryer for an hour and its all set right?
Luckily, I managed to start it up and drive it
A: No! Since you are washing delicates and
here. What do you think it is?
cotton, you should set the dryer to medium
A: Not sure yet. How about you pop the hood
heat and for twenty minutes.
and we can take a look. Hmmm, it doesnt
B: You know what? Ill just have everything
look good.
dry cleaned.
B: What do you mean? My daddy gave me

this car for my birthday last month. Its
Elementary Daily Life Buying a TV (C0
brand new!
134)
A: Well missy, the white smoke that you saw

is steam from the radiator. You overheated
A: Seriously, I dont know why we need to
your engine so now the pistons are busted
get a new TV.
and so is your transmission. You should have
B:
called us and we could have towed you over
appreciate the graphics level and detail of
here when your car died.
the games on my Playstation 3 on our old TV.
B: Ugh... So how long is this going to take?
C: Good afternoon folks! How can I be of
An hour?
service today?
A: Im afraid a bit more than that. We need
B: Im looking to upgrade to a newer, bigger
to order the spare parts, take apart your
television set.
electrical system, fuel pump and engine and
C: Youve come to the right place! What size
then put it back together again. You are
are you looking for?
going to have to leave it here for at least two
A: Just a normal sized TV for our living room.
weeks.
C: I see. Well this set here is on sale. Its a
B: What! How am I supposed to get to
forty six inch HDTV screen and has all the
school
works. Three HDMI connectors, USB, VGA
or
go
shopping?
This
is
not
happening!
Honey
told
you
already.
cant
and S - Video ports. It even has a DVI port

so you can hook up your PC or laptop! This is
Elementary Daily Life Doing Laundry (
without a doubt the complete home theater
C0133)
experience!
B: This is exactly what I need! Can you
A: Ok, lets go through this one more time. I
imagine watching movies or playing video
dont want anymore ruined or dyed blouses!
games on this thing?
B: I know, I know. OK, so I have to separate
A: Honey, I think its a bit too big. I dont
the colors from the whites and put them in
even think it will fit in our living room.
this strange looking contraption so called
C: Not to worry, we will deliver and install it

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in your home. It comes with a wall mount so
disgusts me.
you can just hang it on the wall like a
A: What are you talking about? How does it
picture!
exploit people?
B: This is great! How much will this set me
B: Well, to begin with, Gambling is addictive,
back?
ruins
C: Lucky for you, this is the last one we have
bankrupts
in stock so its half off!
addicted it is very difficult to stop. People
B: Ill take it!
have lost their houses, cars and been left out

on
marriages,
the
destroys
communities.
street
after
families
Once
becoming
you
and
are
addicted.
Elementary Daily Life Cheer Up (C013
Secondly, it exploits because men become
5)
addicted to gambling most often because of

the action and risk. Women gamble to
A: Ok... Ill talk to you later. Bye
escape,
B: Carrie, are you ok? You seem a bit down.

A:
just
got
off
the
phone
with
and
senior
citizens
will
start
gambling for the social interaction. Underage
my
gamblers often start gambling on sports with
boyfriend. He is always getting upset and
friends and then illegal bookies.
losing his temper over nothing. Its so hard
A: Geez! Now that I think about it, maybe
to talk to him at times.
legalizing gambling isnt such a good idea!
B: Maybe its just that he is stressed out
Although, I have been to Las Vegas, and I
from work or something. He does have a
didnt become addicted or anything like that.
pretty nerve wracking job you know.
B: You cannot predict who will become
A: Yeah but, he is always in a really foul
addicted to gambling. Now excuse me, I
mood. I try to find out whats bothering him
have a protest rally to organize!
or get him to talk about his day but, he

always shuts down and brushes me off.
Elementary Daily Life Getting Internet
B: Men are like that you know. They can feel
Service (C0137)
nervous, anxious or on edge and the only

way they can express it is by trying to hide it
A: Welcome to Galanet. How can I help you?
through aggressiveness.
B: Hi. I would like to get an internet plan for
A: I guess you are right. What do you think I
my house.
should do? He wasnt always this grouchy
A: Of course. We have three different plans
you know...
with different prices you can choose from.
B: Talk to him, try to cheer him up when he
The first one is the cheapest but most basic
is down and if that doesnt work, I say get
plan which is thirty dollars a month. This is
rid of him and get a new one!
for broadband internet with a download
A: You are something else you know that?
speed of five hundred and twelve kbps.

B: I have no idea what kbps means. I just
Elementary Global View Gambling (C0
want to be able to get online, play games
136)
and chat with my friends. Oh, and watch

movies online as well.
A: Did you hear? The state is thinking of
A: Well, this connection might be a bit too
legalizing gambling in our city! Soon we are
slow for your needs. I suggest you get the
gonna have amazing hotels and casinos here
premium package for fifty dollars a month
which will be good for our business!
which includes a connection speed of two
B: Are you serious? Gambling is a vice
megabytes. That way you can play games
industry built on deception and fed by the
online without any lag. This package also
intentional exploitation of human weakness
includes a wireless router and a personal
for the sole purpose of monetary gain! It
firewall absolutely free!

43
B: Do I have to pay an installation fee?
pawns. Those are the least valuable pieces
A: Lucky for you, this month we arent
and can only move one space forward. When
charging our normal installation fee. You are
you are about to capture another piece, it
saving yourself 100 bucks right there! And
can move one space diagonally.
well throw in this pen drive!
Bobby: What about all these other pieces?
B: Awesome!
Daddy: See this one that looks like a tower?

Its called the rook. The one with the tall hat
Elementary Daily Life Renting A Car (
is called the bishop. See this little horsey?
C0138)
This is called the knight, its a very important

piece so its best to not let your opponent
Man: Hi, I made a reservation for a mid-size
capture it.
vehicle. The name is Jimmy Fox.
Bobby: And these two? They are husband
Agent: Im sorry, we have no mid-size
and wife?
available at the moment.

Man:
dont
understand,
made
Daddy: Thats right! Thats the queen and
thats the king. If the other player captures
reservation, do you have my reservation?
your king, he will say Check Mate and the
Agent: Yes, we do, unfortunately we ran out
game is over! Doesnt this sound fun?
of cars.
Bobby: Nah! This is boring! Im gonna go
Man: But the reservation keeps the car here.
play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation!
Thats why you have the reservation.

Agent: I know why we have reservations.
Elementary Daily Life Buying a Compu
Man: I dont think you do. If you did, Id
ter (C0140)
have a car. See, you know how to take the

reservation, you just dont know how to hold
Customer: So can you fix it?
the reservation and thats really the most
Sales Clerk: Im sorry sir. This computer is
important
not broken or damaged. Its simply just too
part
of
the
reservation,
the
holding. Anybody can just take them.
old!
Agent: But we do have a compact or an SUV
applications are running slow. There really
if youd like.
isnt much I can do.
Man: Fine. Ill take the compact.
Customer: What do you mean? I bought
Agent: Alright. We have a blue Ford Focus
this computer just three years ago!
for you Mr. Fox. Would you like insurance?
Sales Clerk: Yes, but technology is ever
Man:
Yeah,
you
better
give
me
the
Thats
changing
why
and
your
technology
programs
is
and
becoming
insurance, because I am gonna beat the hell
obsolete faster and faster!
out of this car.
Customer: Ok, I know where this is going.

How much will it cost me to get a new
Elementary The Weekend Playing Che
computer?
ss (C0139)
Sales Clerk: Well, this desktop over here is

our latest model. It has a four gigahertz
Daddy: Bobby! Come here, look what I got
processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and
you!
a hard disk with one terabyte. Of course, it
Bobby: What is that?
includes
Daddy: A chess board! Daddy is going to
mouse,
keyboard
and
desk
speakers.
teach you how to play!
Customer: I have no idea what you are
Bobby: Cool!
talking about. I just want to know if its good
Daddy: Ok, each player gets 16 pieces. You
and if I will be able to play solitaire without
can be the white ones and Ill play with the
the computer crashing or freezing all the
black pieces. Now in the front, you set up the
time!
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Sales Clerk: This PC is top of the line and I
bought you and these corduroy pants. Its
guarantee it will never freeze! If it does, well
chilly outside so you can wear this coat.
give you your money back!
B: Thanks honey! You have such great

fashion sense. Now, what am I going to do
Elementary Daily Life What If? Part 2
with my hair?
(C0141)
Elementary Daily Life The Butcher (C0
A: This is the good life! We have it good
143)
dont you think?

B: Yeah of course! Although, dont you ever
Butcher: Hi. What can I get for you?
wonder what could have been?
Gina: Id like a half a pound of ground beef,
A: What do you mean?
please.
B: Well, sometimes I think of how things
Butcher: Good choice! Our ground beef is
could have turned out if I had done things a
extra lean, if you know what I mean.
little differently.
Gina: Could I also have half a dozen pork
A: For example?
chops and two pounds of boneless chicken
B: Like for example, if I hadnt studied
breasts?
architecture, I would have become an artist
Butcher: No, no no no chicken breasts at
like I wanted to.
the moment, but we have some nice chicken
A: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I
thighs.
wouldnt have gotten married if I hadnt
Gina: No, that wont do. Ill take this smoked
moved to this town and met Sally.
ham you have here.
B: You see! Everything happens for a reason!
Butcher: Okay, is there anything else?
We wouldnt even have met if I hadnt been
Gina: Do you have any other cold cuts? Is
in that car accident ten years ago!
this salami and bologna you have here?
A: Well, I have no regrets!
Butcher: Yes! Its very fine meat! Made it
B: Ill drink to that!
myself...
Gina: Sounds good. Okay, thats it.
Elementary The Weekend What Do I
Butcher: Wait! We have T-bone, rib eye, and
Wear? (C0142)
sirloin steaks. They are very fresh! Just came

from the slaughter house...
A: Honey come on! We are going to be late!
Gina: Mmm... No thats okay, really. I think
Honestly, you take longer getting ready than
thats all for today.
I do!
Butcher:
B: I was drying my hair and ironing my shirt!
Okay. That
will
be
thirty-four
dollars and fifty cents.
Can you come here for a sec? I need your

help.
Elementary Global View Capital Punis
A: What is it? Why are all these clothes on
hment (C0144)
the bed?
B: I dont know what to wear! Ok, give me
ProfeTsshoar:ts all for todays class. We
your opinion. Do you like the way this looks?
will
The striped short sleeved shirt with this
punishment tomorrow.
checkered sweater and my lucky sandals. I
A: Do you think we should be tougher on
like the cut and hemline of these shorts so I
crime?
think Ill wear these as well.
B: Well, it depends on what you mean.
A: Are you joking? What am I going to do
A: For example, we could bring back the
with you? We are going to a dinner party not
death penalty for murder, give longer prison
the beach! Wear the shirt with the silk tie I
sentences for lesser offences and lock up

45
continue
our
lecture
on
crime
and
juvenile offenders.
B:
Those
really
I feel lightheaded and weak.

sound
like
Draconian
A: Let me have a look. Whoa! Get away from
measures. Firstly, what do you do about
me!
miscarriages of justice if youve already put
B: Whats wrong?
innocent people to death?
A: I think you have chicken pox! You are
A: Youd only use capital punishment if you
contagious! Get away! Dont breathe on me!
were absolutely sure that youd convicted the
B: Maybe its just a rash or an allergy! We
right person.
cant be sure until I see a doctor.
B:
of
A: Well in the meantime you are a biohazard!
wrongful conviction where people have been
But,
thereve
been
many
cases
I didnt get it when I was a kid and Ive
imprisoned for many years. The authorities
heard that you can even die if you get it as
were sure at the time, but later it was shown
an adult!
that the evidence was unreliable. In some
B: Are you serious? You always blow things
cases, itd been fabricated by the police.
out of proportion. In any case, I think Ill go
A: Well, no system of justice can be perfect,
take an oatmeal bath.
but surely theres a good case for longer
A: Ewww!
prison sentences to deter serious crime.

B: I doubt whether they could act as an
Elementary Global View Animal Rights
effective deterrent while the detection rate is
(C0146)
so low. The best way to prevent crime is to
A: You should have seen the T.V. show that
convince people who commit it that theyre
was on last night, the topic it covered was
going to be caught. It doesnt make sense to
really interesting; animal rights.
divert all your resources into the prison
B: Do you really believe in that? If they are
system.
going to focus on something, they should do
A: But if you detect more crimes, youll still
it on civil rights.
need prisons. In my reckoning, if we could
A: Yes, but we cant deny that animals are
lock up more juvenile criminals, theyd learn
vulnerable, defenseless, and are completely
that they couldnt get away with it. Soft
at the mercy of human beings.
sentences will merely encourage them to do
B: I understand your point, but we continue
it again.
to have transgressions against human rights.
B: Yes, but remember that prisons are often
If so much attention werent devoted to the
schools for criminals. To remove crime from
topic of animals, we would then concentrate
society, you really have to tackle its causes.
more on saving a human being instead of
A: Well, if I were president, I would impose
protecting a koala.
tougher laws and punishment. I would have

a
peaceful
society
based
on
fear
A: You cant compare apples and oranges; I
of
believe that both topics are important and
punishment, not consciousness of doing the
that we cant ignore them, the mistreatment
right thing.
of animals can cause a great environmental
B: You sound like a dictator!
imbalance.
A: Well if it works, why not?
believe
that
governments
should prohibit activities like poaching.
Elementary Daily Life Chicken Pox (C0
B: Well, you are right on that point. This is
145)
the reason that I dont buy leather and I try

to buy synthetic products.
A: Whats wrong with you? Why are you
B: At least youre doing your part. My
scratching so much?
contribution is to have a pet in the house
B: I feel itchy! I cant stand it anymore! I
that I treat like a member of the family.
think I may be coming down with something.
A: As long as you dont treat it better than

46
your wife, its fine.
A: Security Dan, security! You can never be

too safe you know! A lot of sickos out there.
Elementary Daily Life The Argument (
Just the other day they caught that peeping
C0147)
tom red handed! Had a high power telescope

and binoculars by his window.
A: Wow, that terrible movie is finally over.
B: Whats the matter with you? Why are you
Next time Im picking the film, because I
acting all paranoid?
dont want to end up seeing a chick flick.
A: Paranoid? Im not paranoid! Im cautious!
B: Well you should have picked, in the end
You see Dan, we have to be on guard at all
you always complain about everything.
time! People just invade your privacy as if
A: Not everything, just this film. Even the
they knew you! Telemarketers, solicitors,
title is ridiculous; and its so long, those are
even your bank! They have way too much
the two and a half most wasted hours of my
information! I like to keep everything on a
life, so much so that Im thinking about
need to know basis
asking them to give me my money back.
B: OK, well, what did you want to see me
B: Im thinking of taking you back home. I
about?
thought we could have a nice evening, but
A: You are being watched! Be careful Dan!
youre always so negative.
Be careful!
A: Im only complaining about a movie that I

could have rented or bought and then thrown
Elementary Daily Life Moving (C0149)
in the garbage.
B: You see, thats what Im talking about, I
A: Ok, thats fine. Bye.
cant stand your sarcastic jokes anymore
B: What happened?
A: Next time, go with your gay friend who is
A: Thats it, my lease is up. I have to move.
more in touch with his feelings.
B: What? Why? Cant you renew it?
B: Well hes more of a man than you are; at
A: The owner apparently is selling this place
least he appreciates love stories.
to make way for the construction of a
A: Love? More like one-night-stands.
parking lot
B: Dont criticize Mario or else Ill start on
B: Well, I can help you pack. We should start
those fat, drunk friends of yours; theyre no
looking for a new place for you ASAP.
saints.
A: I think I might move in with my parents
A: My friends? Fat? What about those whales
for a couple of months until I can find
you call friends?
something. You know how hard it is to find a
B: Youre unbearable; you can walk home,
decent place around here. Im gonna have to
Im leaving.
put most of my stuff in storage for a while.

B: Well, let me know if theres anything I can
Elementary Daily Life Paranoid (C014
do to help out.
8)
A: Actually, would you mind looking after my

pet tarantula and snake for a couple of
A: Dan, Dan dude. You have to come over to
weeks?
my house right now!
B: hehe.. sure
B: Is everything Ok?
A: Just get over here!
Elementary The Weekend Bug Spray (
A: Come in! Quickly!
C0150)
B: So, since when is your house a bank?

A: What do you mean?
A: The mosquitos are biting me!
B: I mean, whats up with the and locks and
B: Me too, I cant stop scratching. They are
iron bars on your windows.
everywhere! Sneaky little jerks.

47
A: Do you have any bug spray?
chicken or the egg? I feel the same regarding
B: No, I forgot to buy some.
his theory. How does the first cell of life
A: Then well have to put up with it.
come to be?
B: We can cover ourselves with beer! That
A: Interesting. I think that question is better
way if they bite us, theyll get drunk and fall
suited
asleep
meantime, how about we settle this... with a
A: Thats without a doubt, the best idea
due!
for
my
philosophy
class.
In
the
youve had! Lets do it!

Elementary The Office Cut It Out (C01
B: Run! They are thirsty for more!
52)
Elementary Advanced Darwins Theor
Ed: Hey, Mary, can you cut that out?
y Of Evolution (E0151)
Mary: Cut what out Im not doing anything.

A: Its been a long time since I last saw you.
Ed: The tapping of your pen on your desk.
Where have you been?
Its driving me crazy.
B: The exams and plans I have to turn in in
Mary: Fine! By the way would you mind not
are driving me crazy, I dont even have time
slurping your coffee every time you have a
to sleep.
cup!
A: Its the same for me. Im up to my neck in
Ed: I dont slurp my coffee. And plus, how
work, but at least finals are coming soon and
can you hear it when youre shouting into
well have a vacation. Where are you going
your phone all the time?
now?
Mary: You ve got to be kidding me! Youre
B: Im going to Anthropology class and now
complaining about me talking on the phone
with the year anniversary of Darwin, its the
when you go out for a cigarette break ten
only thing we study. Frankly, Im sick and
times a day to shoot the breeze?
tired and tired of hearing about this guy.
Ed: Look, we have a lot of accumulated
A: What? Why? How can you not like
anger from working in these conditions, and
Darwin? I mean the man changed the entire
its probably okay to let off steam once in a
perception of how things came to and his
while But, its probably not a good idea to
theory is backed by pretty solid evidence!
keep it up Im willing to forgive and forget
B: I dont like him. His theory of human
and if you are.
evolution and natural selection is full of
Mary: Fine. Lets call a truce. Ill try to more
holes. It lacks the solid evidence of which
considerate and to keep the noise down
you speak of.
Ed: Yeah, Ill try to do the same. So, I was
A: That statement puts you at odds with half
wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday
of
night?
the
academy.
professors!
Not
Furthermore,
to
mention
the
your
explanation
proposed by Darwin about the origin of
Elementary Daily Life Homesick (C015
species
3)
and
the
mechanism
of
natural
selection constitutes a grand step toward a
Sarah: Tom! How are you? We missed you at
coherent understanding of the world and
the party last night. Are you ok?
evolutionist ideas.
B:
Im
not
contributions,
minimizing
its
just
that
his
grand
his
theory
Tom: I dont know. I didnt really feel like

going
out.
guess
Im
feeling
little
homesick.
reminds of the conundrum of the chicken and
Sarah: Come on Weve been through this
the egg.
already! Look, I know the adjustment was
A: What are you talking about?
hard when you first got here, but we agreed
B: The question is, which was first? The

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that you were gonna try and deal with it.
A: Perfect. So you can audition this weekend
Tom: I was. Its just that the holidays are
here at my house.
coming up and I wont be able to home
B: Great! Wait here? You dont have enough
because I cant afford the airfare. Im just
room for the amplifiers, microphones or even
longing for some of the comforts of home,
your drums! By the way where do you keep
like my moms cooking and being around my
them or practice?
family.
A: Dude? What are you talking about? Its
Sarah: Yeah, it can get pretty lonely over
right here! All we need is my Nintendo Wii
the holidays. When I first got here, Id get
and we are set!
depressed and nostalgic for anything that

reminded me of home. I almost let it get to
Elementary The Weekend Bachelor Pa
me, but then I started going out, keeping
rty (C0155)
myself busy and before I knew it, I was used
A: Hi honey! Youll never guess what! My
to to it.
friends Julie and Alex are getting married!
Tom: I see what you mean, but I m still
B: Wow thats great news! Theyre a great
bummed out.
couple!
Sarah: Ok how does this sound: lets get
A: I know! Anyways I just talked to Alexs
you suited up and hit the dance club tonight.
best man and he is organizing the bachelor
I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and
party Its gonna be gonna be so much fun!
there will be a lot of pretty single girls there!
All the groomsmen are thinking up all the
Tom: You know, I could really go for that.
wacky and crazythings we are going to do
You dont mind being my wingman for
that night.
tonight?
B: You arent going to a strip club are you? I
Sarah: Not at all! It be fun! It will be like a
dont want you getting a lap dance from
boys night out... well kinda...
some stripper with the excuse that its your
Tom: Great! I must warn you though,
friends party.
whatever happens, dont let me go on a
A: Aw come on! Its just some innocent fun!
drinking binge. Trust me, its not a pretty
You know how these things are! We are
picture!
gonna play drinking games, get him some
Elementary The Weekend Rock Band (
gag gifts and just have a good time. Nothing
C0154)
too over the top .

B: Well, I dont know.
A: Im forming a music band.
A: Come on! If one of your friends was
B: Do you already know how to play an
getting married I wouldnt mind you going to
instrument?
her bachelorette party!
A: Uh... Yeah! Ive told you a thousand times
B: Good,because my friend Wendy is getting
that Im learning to play the drums. Now that
married and Im organizing her party!
I know how to play well, I would like to form
A: What!
a rock band.
B: Aside from yourself, who are the other
Elementary The Weekend Scary Story
members of the band?
(C0156)
A: We have a guy who plays guitar, and
A: Oh no! The lights went out! Honey can
another who plays bass. Although we still
you light a candle?
havent found anyone to be our singer. You
B: Sure. What do we do now?
told me that you had some musical talent,
A: Well, we can just talk, you know, like we
right?
used to. Hmm... I know! I'll tell you a scary
B: Yes, Im a singer.
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story! It happened to me and my dad when I
me! Go back to the underworld you demon! I
was a teenager... (fade out - fade in new
shall be judged before you can take me!
scene) I was living with my father at the
FatheTrh: e door is jammed! Stand back!
time, when he received a phone call.
Aunt Ursula! Where are you?
B: Hmm... I know! Ill tell you a scary story!
Kid: Over here!
It happened to me and my dad when I was a
B: And as we approached her, she was lying
teenager...I was living with my father at the
on the floor, with her hands and feet open
time, when he received a phone call. I was
like the Vitruvian Man, breathing heavily with
living with my father at the time, when he
bloody marks and scratches on her arms,
received a phone call.
legs and face. Remember how I mentioned
FatheHr:ello? Yes this is him. I see, Im
that she was in a wheel chair? My aunt had
sorry to hear that. Ok no problem. Ill be
been paralyzed from the neck down for just
there shortly. Pack some clothes Tony, my
over a year. After this incident, strange
great aunt is very ill and no one in the family
things would happen in the house and my
wants to take care of her. We are going to
aunt would yell and scream, according to her,
stay at her house for a few days.
warding off the evil that had come to get her.
Kid: Aunt? What aunt? I never knew you had
As the days passed, she became very weak
a great aunt!
and eventually was unable to talk. My dad
FatheWr:ell, the family doesnt talk about
had to work during the day, so I was left to
her or get near her, for that matter.
care for her. When she lost her voice and laid
Kid: Why is that?
on her death bed, I would hear her breathe,
FatheCr:ome on, we have to go.
in and out.
B: So we arrived at this old house on the
B: Until finally one day, she breathed in...
outskirts of our town. There was almost no
and never exhaled. That night, I felt relieved
one around and the house had an eerie look
that it was finally over, but it wasnt.
to it. Once inside the house, we walked to
B: I was so terrified of what I was hearing,
her room and I was surprised to find my
that I didnt sleep all night. The following
dads great aunt in a wheelchair, yelling at
morning, I went to the bathroom, expecting
someone, but we were alone in the room.
to find a mess and everything torn up, but I
FatheHr:i, aunt Ursula! This is my son Tony.
found everything exactly as it was before.
UrsulWa:hy have you come? Why are you
The movers came that same day and as we
here? Dont you know it isnt safe? My time is
were cleaning out her drawers and personal
near, he is coming for me.
items, we found strange notebooks with
Kid: Who is coming for you?
names and amounts of money written next
UrsulTah: e prince of darkness! The lord of
to them. We found pictures with peoples
the underworld, the tempter, the old serpent.
faces sewn with black or red string. And you
FatheCr:ome on, aunt Ursula lets lay you
want to know what the strangest thing was?
down. You need to get some rest. Tony, help
There was a small doll, filled with dead ants,
me lay her down.
with a strand of hair tied around its waist,
B: That night, we slept in one of the 12
and on the dolls face, there was a picture of
rooms of that big old mansion. The trees
me with the numbers: 311009. You know
outside seemed to come alive and their
what date it is today? October 31st, 2009....
shadows formed ghoulish shapes on my bed.

All of a sudden, we heard screaming.
Elementary The Weekend Trick Or Tre
UrsulAah: hh! Get off me beast! I wont let
at (C0157)
you take me! Ahhh!
A: Trick - or -treat
Kid: Dad! Dad! Something is attacking aunt
B: Tom, arent you a littletoo old to be trick-
Ursula! UrsulUa:rsula: Take your claws off

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or - treating?
Elementary Daily Life Getting Flowers
A: What are you talking about? Where is
(C0159)
your Halloween spirit?

Didnt you ever dress up in a costume and go
A: Hello sir, how may I help you?
around the neighborhood trick-or treating
B: I would like to buy some flowers, please.
with your friends?
Something really nice.
B: Of course I did, but when I was ten! Trick
A: I see, may I ask whatthe occasion is?
or treating is for kids, plus, I m sure people
B: Its not really an occasion, its more like
will think youre a kidnapper or something,
Im sorry.
running around with kids NCP at night.
A: Very well. This arrangement here is very
A: Whatever, Im going next door, I heard
popular among regretful husb ands and
Mrs. Robinson is giving out big bags of
boyfriends. It has a dozenlong stem red
M&Ms!
roses with a couple of sunflowers and a

single orchid that stands out. It includes a
Elementary Global View All Saints Day
small teddy bear to achievethe effect of
(C0158)
immediate forgiveness.
B: I think Im gonna need more than just a
C: The Day of the Dead has arrived All Souls
dozen red roses and a bear. What else do
Dayand All Saints Day!
you recommend?
A:
Your
neighbor
is
crazy. Why
is
he
A: Mmm, well this is our Im sorry I
screaming that?
cheated on you package. Two dozen red
B: Because today is the first of November
roses lined with tulips, carnati ons and lilies.
the Day of the Dead
The fragrance and beauty of this flower
A: Oh, thats right.
arrangement is sure to make her forgive you.
B: This is a very special day among many
B: I dont think thats gonna cut it. I need
cultures around the world especially in Latin
something bigger and better!
America
A: Im sorry sir but, what exactly did you do?
A: Seriously? I thought it was just like any
B: Well, I may have accidentally insinuated
other day, except for the fact that people
that she is getting chubbier .
visit the cemetery and remember their loved
A: Get out of my store you jerk!
ones.
B: Well, thats just part of it People across
Elementary Global View Health Insura
the world celebrate in different ways. In
nce (C0160)
Mexcio for example its Common to see

people building private altars honoring the
A: Hey honey, how was your day?
deceasedusing sugar skulls, preparing the
B: It was alright. I ran into Bill and we got to
favorite foods and beverages of the departed
talking for a while. Hes in a bit of a jam.
and visiting graves with these as gifts. In the
A: Why? What happened?
Philippines
or
B: Well, his son had an accident and Bill
repainted, candles are lit and flowers are
doesnt have health insurance. This really got
offered
me thinking, and I wondered if we shouldnt
the
Entire
tombs
families
are
cleaned
camp
out
in
cemeteries .and sometimes spend a night or
look into a couple of different HMOs.
two near their relatives tombs!
A: Yeah, youre right. We arent getting any
A: Whoa! Thats scary! I dont know if I could
younger and our kids are getting older.
do that!
B: Exactly! I searched on the web and found
B: Why? We should fear the living, not the
a couple of HMOs with low co pays and good
dead .
coverage. The deductibles are low, too.

A: Sounds good, although, do you think we
51
can qualify for insurance? Those insurance
going on around the world on this day.
companies are real pirates when it comes to
B: Wow, I didnt know! Probably because I
money.
flunked history in school.
B: Well, we dont have any pre-existing

illnesses or conditions, so we should be fine.
Elementary Global View Social Securit
A: I wish our company or country provided
y (C0163)
us with healthcare.
A: Well that was an interesting documentary!
B: Not in a million years!
B: For sure! I didnt really understand some
Elementary Daily Life Computer Game
of the technical jargon they used in the film
s (C0161)
when they talked about social security in the

US.
A: Mark, Where have you been? Ive been
A: Like what?
calling you all morning.
B: Well, they mentioned how people put
B: Ive been playing computer games.
away money in something called a 401K?
A: What? So you blew me off yesterday and
A: Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but a 401k
today over a stupid video game? What game
is a type of retirement plan that allows
is so important that you have no time for me
employees to save and invest for their own
anymore? What are you playing?
retirement Through a you can authorize your
B: Its called Counter Strike Its a first person
employer to deduct a certain amount of
shooter game. Its awesome. Its a multi
money from your paycheck and invest it in
player game where you can go online and
the plan Everyone tries to contribute as
compete against players from all over the
much as possible so that when you retire,
world.
you can rest peacefully on your nest egg.
A: Youve been wasting your time on this? I
B: Thats interesting and logical I guess. In
cant believe it! It doesnt even look fun or
my country, we also have to contribute to a
challenging!
government run retirement fund, but most
B: My laptop is on my bed. If you think its
people dont really trust it so they just invest
so easy then get onlineand try to beat me.
in properties or things like that.
A: Fine!
A: That seems a bit unstable dont you
B: Damm it! How are you killing me with a
think?
single shot? Its not fair! I dont want to play
B: Yeah, but corrupt governments inthe past
anymore! Lets go get something to eat.
have created distrust among banks and
A: Can you bring me something? I am totally
financial institutions, so now people prefer to
hooked on this game!
have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank.

A: Ive been thinking of doing that lately! I
Elementary Global View Veterans Day
dont want some banker to run off with my
(C0162)
money!
A: Do you have any plans for Veterans Day
Elementary Daily Life Apology Letter (
B: You mean Armistice Day
C0164)
A: Well, as you know, on November 11th

allies
the
A: Dear Mary, I come here today, in this way,
Germans, also known as the Armistice Treaty
signed
peace
treaty
with
because I need to apologize to you. I failed
This marked the end of WWI and many
you. Although I did not lie to you in words, I
countries around the world commemorate
lied to you with faces that did not belong to
this date under names such as day. In Poland
me. I never meant to ruin the friendship that
its their independence day! Theres a lot
meant the world to me. You mean the world

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to me and now I come to you asking for
B: Very well, here are the general terms of
forgiveness. If in your heart you find you
our loan policies. We pride ourselves in
cant, then I will understand and learn from
having the lowest interest rate in the country
this experience.
for personal loans.
A: You came into my life at a time when I
A: I see. So let me get this straight. If I
needed you the most. We talked about so
borrow lets say, ten thousand dollars, how
many things that I started to realize my
much will I have to pay each month?
heart and my soul could actually
B: It depends on how long you take to pay it
feel something other than hurt. You placed
back. If we lend you ten thousand dollars at
comfort where there was fear, confidence
an annual interest rate of ten percent for
where there was doubt, a shoulder where
forty eight months, you would have to pay
tears could fall and completeness where
each month a portion of the loan which is
there was emptiness. I wanted to hold onto
called the principal and another small portion
to this so badly that I did whatever it took
of the annual interest rate. This of course is
for you to notice. What I didnt realize was
considering that you dont default on a
that I could lose my entire being, all of who I
payment!
was and all that I had placed in you.
A: It sounds good but, there is just one
A: I wanted to be the one who would be
problem. I have a terrible credit score.
there when you needed to talk. I wanted to
B: That is a very serious problem you see,
be the comfort for your soul when the world
the
was too much to handle. I wanted to be
information, past loans, assets and any other
strong for you when everything else seemed
relevant information such as your credit
impossible. I wanted to love you in only the
score in order to approve your loan.
way
A: You know what? I dont really need the
you
deserved
to
be
loved,
never
realizing that I was destroying myself and
bank
must
assess
your
personal
money. Thanks anyways!
you. Somehow I needed you to be a part of

my life. The only problem was that I was
Elementary Daily Life Dr. Botox (C016
willing to jeopardize everything to get that
6)
done.
A: What are you doing?
A: All the things that I told you about how I
B: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I
felt and how you make me feel were true.
were thirty.
Nothing else mattered to me except hearing
A: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look
the laughter in your voice when you were
great! You are beautiful!
happy. You made my days easy to get
B: Yes, I am, but I think its time for some
through and my nights peaceful; you helped
plastic surgery Im tired of these wrinkles
me look forward to another day. Even though

distance
separated
us,
just
being
and sagging skin. See?
was
A: I dont see any wrinkles or sagging skin!
enough.
You are stop beings ridiculous. Besides, I
A: Im sorry for hurting you and if I had to
think that people who get Botox, have
do all over again I would have been 100%
facelifts, or tummy tucks look weird. It
with you. Forgive me please,
doesnt look natural.
Elementary Daily Life Asking For A Lo
B:
Whatever,
think
Im
gonna
get
an (C0165)
liposuction and a nose job and some breast

implants as well.
B: Hello Sir may I help you?
A: I think you need to get brain surgery. I
A: Yes. I would like some information for
honestly
requesting a loan.
surgery. You look amazing.

53
dont
think
you
need
cosmetic
B: I thought you were my friend and would
give yourself a heart attack.
support me on this! I just want to feel better
C: I cant believe they charged us dollars
about myself and feel more attractive.
each. It seems like a rip off dont you think?
A: You dont need plastic surgery to do that.
Its not like Im gonna get on these rides.
You are fine the way you are and you have
A: Whoa. . . Viper! Thats the worlds highest
guys drooling all over you! Plus, plastic
and fastest roller coaster! You go at more
surgery hurts!
than miles per hour! I wanna go on that one!
B: Really?
Can I mom please? Can I ?
A: Yeah! When I got my nose job I was black
B: Chris Im not sure you should get on that
and blue for a week!
it seems a bit too much for you and we just

had breakfast minutes ago. I dont think its
Elementary Daily Life Learning How T
a good idea.
o Drive (C0167)
A: Aww come on mom! I can handle it. I

promise
A: Ok! Im ready for my driving lesson!
I wont
ask for
anything
else!
Besides, its not like Im gonna throw upor
Should I start the car?
anything. . .
B: Hold on there Fittipaldi, first lets go over
C: Let him go Carol, hell be fine.
things one more time. Now before you even
A: Alright! Yeah! This is amazing! See how
think of starting the car, make sure your seat
high up were going? Whoa. . . mmmf mmfff
is at a comfortable position and you can grip
barf.
the steering wheel firmly. Next check your

rear view mirrors to make sure you can see
Elementary Daily Life Wedding Doubt
properly.
s (C0170)
A: We have been through this a million

times! Lets get going already! Im ready!
A: Man, Im freaking out! You gotta help me!
B: Fine start the car. now gently step on the
B: Whoa whoa take it easy, relax. Geez,
clutch and shift to 1st gear. Good, now
youre sweating like a pig! Whats going on?
accelerate gently and let go of the clutch as
A: I cant go through with this! I just cant!
u do it. There we gogood!
Im not ready for marriage! What was I
A: Im doing it! Im driving! This is awesome!
thinking? Im only thirty five years old! Ive
Lets turn some music on!
got my entire life ahead of me, adventures
B: Keep your eyes on the road! No music!
waiting! I cant settle down yet!
We are coming up to a red light, step on the
B: What are you talking about? It wasnt
brakes. What are you doing? I said the
more than a month ago that you were
brakes! Look out for those people! Get off
rambling on about how you are tired of living
the sidewalk!
the life of a bachelor and how you envy your
A: Get out of my way! This is just like
friends that have a family!
playing video games!
A: I know I know!
B: Its the police! Pull over!
B: Lets think this through. First of all, you
A: Theyll never take me alive!
cannot leave Amy at the altar. Not only will

she be humiliated and kill you, but she is the
Elementary The Weekend Roller Coast
woman that you love andthe woman of your
er (C0169)
dreams! Why would you want to end that or

jeopardize it like this? Second of all, you are
A: Im so excited! We are finally here! Six

Flags
Magic Mountain!
This is the
just getting cold feet. You know deep down
best
inside that you want to marry her, so cut the
amusement park in the world!
crap and do it!
B: Alright settle down now, youre gonna
B: Youre right. Im being crazy! Ok, Im

54
ready, lets do this!
A: Thank god you are open! I have an
A: Great! Phew! That was a close one ! You
emergency!
had me going there for a minute I thought I
B: Hello Mr. Henderson what can I do for
was gonna have to slap some sense into you
you?
A: I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned
Elementary The Weekend Buying a Ca
ASAP!
mera (C0171)
B: OK, I can have it ready by the end ofthe
A:
Hello,
maam,
can
help
you
week.
find
A: No you dont understand, I need this
something?
tomorrow morning! I accidentally spilled beer
B: Yes, actually Im looking to buy a camera.
all over my wifes dress and we have a
A: Weve got a wide selection do you know if
wedding to attend tomorrow! Shes gonna kill
youd like a point-and-shoot, or something a
me!
little fancier? Are you shopping for yourself
B:
or for someone else?
Ok,
can
have
it
ready
tomorrow
afternoon, but this suit is also very stained. I
B: Actually Im buying a camera for my
cant guarantee we can remove it completely.
husband.
A: Fine! Can you also iron and starch this
A: Ah, well then Id recommend a nice entry-
shirt?
level digital SLR.
B: Certainly.
B: Yeah? Can I take a look at the SLRs you
A: Great! This is our secret! If you see my
carry?
wife, say nothing to her about this!
A: Sure thing, follow me. This here is the.

B: The Canon Eos. Yeah its ok, but Im
Elementary The Office Preparing a Bu
looking for something that performs better in
dget (C0173)
low light, has a better display panel, and

longer battery life.
A: Welcome Mr and Mrs Carnwell, please
A: Oh, ah, um the Nikon D60 is a nice
take a seat.
option.
B: Thank you.
B: Yeah, but what kit lens does this camera
A: So I understand that your family spending
come
has sky rocketed and you want to start
with?
dont
want
some
bulky
telephoto lens.
budgeting.
A: Oh, well this one has the, uh.
C: Yes thats correct. Frankly speaking our
B: Looks to me like an 18-55mm lens. pretty
household income is relatively high and we
standard, that will do. Not like my husband
have never had any money problems, but I
will be stalking celebrities or anything!
think this is the main reason as to why our
A: So, ahem, can I interest you in any acc...
spending has gone out of control.
B: Accessories? Do you carry polarizing
B: We have two kids and with allowances,
filters?
paying their credit cards, ours and not to
A: Polarizing filter um we should! Im sorry,
mention our mortgage and car payments.
maam. looks like were sold out.
With the recent economic downturn, my
B: No youre not! There are some right here!
husbands business has suffered and now we
A: Oh, well, would you look at that! Po-la-ri-
need some advice as to how we can prepare
zing filters.
a family budget.
B: Thanks for your help, Ralph!
A: I see. Well you have come to the right
A: No problem, maam.
place. First what we need to do, is determine

your cash flow. Knowing how much money is
Elementary Daily Life Dry Cleaners (C
coming in will help us allocate spending to
0172)
different
55
categories
such
as
mortgage,
education, groceries, etc.
is always on the go, not because we have to,
B: Yes that makes sense.
but because we want to.
A: Secondly, I need you to bring all of your
B: Why?
receipts for the last two to three months.
A: We work hard and spend less time at
That way, we can determine what your
home because we are trying to provide for
average expenditures are and see which
our family with goods and services that are
category you are spending money on the
usually unnecessary.
most. Usually, your fixed costs are higher
B: I dont agree, but anyways, I think you
and we cant do much about that, but we can
should
usually trim your variable costs such as
resolution yourself.
entertainment or clothing.
A: Whats the point? We always make a new
C: Great! We will do that then! Now how
years resolution and by February we will
about we treat you to a nice dinner?
have forgotten about it. Its pointless.
A: Thats another thing. If you really want to
B: Well then maybe you should resolve to
stop spending so much money, throw away
sticking to your goals and objectives.
at least half of your credit cards!
A: What about you?
start
thinking
of
new
years
Your gym bag is
gathering dust and you still have brand new

Elementary The Weekend Getting a m
running shoes that are yet to be jogged in.
anicure (C0174)
B: Well, I would go if you kept your promise

of going to the gym with me everyday!
A: Honey Ill be right back!
A: Yeah yeah whatever.
B: Where are you going?

A: I told you already! Im going to get my
Elementary Daily Life Heating (C0176
nails done.
B: Again? You just went last week! You

spend more time atthe nail salon than you do
A: Its freezing in here! Can I turn up the
here at home! Honestly, why do you need a
heat?
manicure every week?
B: Dont touch that thermostat! You dont
A: Well, first of all, I like to pamper myself,
pay the bills around here!
and my nails look great. You should come
A: Dad! Are you serious? Whats the point of
with me!
having central heating if we cant use it!
B: Why? I dont want to have nail polish or
Look, I can see my breath!
anything like that!
B: Put on a sweater! Im not gonna let you
A: They dont only paint my nails! The
run up my heating bill just because its a bit
manicurist will remove my cuticles, file my
chilly.
nails, and apply at least nails coats of nail
A: Dad! Im gonna catch a cold!
polish!
B: When I was your age, my parents didnt
B: Yeah, sounds like something I should
have central heating like you do! We had a
definitely do.
furnace in the center of the living room and

that was it. We used it to cook, heat the
Elementary Global View New Years Re
house and even dry our clothes! We never
solution (C0175)
caught a cold. You should be grateful!
A: Did you read this? It says that the number
The Weekend Decorating a Christmas T
one new years resolution make is to spend
ree (C0177)
more time with friends and family.

B: Why would that be funny?
HUSBAND: Im home! Everyone come here!
A: Well, think about it. We are a society that
I bought a Christmas tree! Look at this

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beautiful pine tree!
Elementary Intermediate Silent Night
WIFE: Wow, its huge! Are you sure it will fit
(C0179)
inthe living room?

KID: Awesome! Ill go getthe Christmas
A: Silent night, holy night
lights!
A: All is calm, all is bright
HUSBAND: Of course it will. help me put it
A: Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
in the living room.
A: Holy Infant so tender and mild
KID: I found the lights!
A: Sleep in heavenly peace
WIFE: I got the Christmas ornaments! We
A: Sleep in heavenly peace
could also place these stockings next to the
chimney.
A: Shepherds quake at the sight
HUSBAND: Great idea! While we decorate
A: Glories stream from heaven afar
the tree, we can listen to some good old
A: Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!
Christmas songs!
A: Christ, the Saviour is born

A: Christ, the Saviour is born
ElementaryDaily LifeFindingtheperfect
present (C0178)
A: Son of God, loves pure light

A: Radiant beams from Thy holy face
A: Bill. Bill! You gotta help me!
A: With the dawn of redeeming grace
B: Whats wrong? Slow down or you are
A: Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
gonna give yourself a heart attack.
A: Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
A: Tomorrow is Christmas and I havent

bought my mom anything! Im such a bad
Elementary Jingle Bells (B0180)
son!
B: Take it easy! Lets go to the mall, window
A: Dashing through the snow
shop a little and see if there is anything she
A: In a one horse open sleigh
might like.
A: Oer the fields we go
A: Thats just it! I dont know what to get
A: Laughing all the way
her! Last year I got her a ring that was two
A: Bells on bob tails ring
sizes too big and a pair of shoes five sizes
A: Making spirits bright
too small! I suck at getting presents for
A: What fun it is to laugh and sing
people.
A: A sleighing song tonight
B: Thats where youre making a big mistake!
A: Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells
You cant just guess peoples likes or sizes!
A: Jingle all the way
Especially with clothes or jewelry. On top of
A: Oh, what fun it is to ride
that, I think that you should get your mom
something that shows how much you love
A: jingle bells, jingle bells
her. At the same time you should show her
A: Jingle all the way
that you took the time and effort to look for
A: Oh, what fun it is to ride
something that she would really like!
A: Yeah youre right. When it comes down to
A: Dad, dad, dad! Wake up! Its Christmas!
it, I can be pretty tacky.
B: Timmy. Its too early for this. Look, its six
B: Yeah tell me about it. I know! Your mom
in the morning! Go back to bed!
is trying to learn Spanish right? Why dont
A: No way! Santa already came and left all
you get her a gift certificate for this great
our presents! Can we go open them? Please!
website I saw called SpanishPod.
Please!
A: Now thats a great idea!
C: Of course we can honey. Bill, come on, get

dressed.
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B: Fine! Not like Santa brought me any gifts!
A: What do you think of this one?
C: Bill! Honestly, you can be such a grouch

sometimes.
B: Eh, so so.
A: Look at all these presents under the
A: And this one? Too flashy?
Christmas tree! Awesome!
B: Nah, not too flashy.
B: Alright Timmy, knock yourself out. We
A: Uhg! And this sweater from my aunt?
should get ready and head to the market to
Isnt it hideous?
buy everything for the Christmas dinner
B: I guess.
tonight.
A: Are you even listening? Im trying to have
C: Yeah youre right. Its the first time we are
a conversation with you.
hosting Christmas dinner at our house so
B: And Im trying to watch the game, but
everything has to be perfect.
youre yapping on about your new clothes!
B: I got the list right here. Ham, turkey,
A: Well I have to decide which gifts to keep
mashed potatoes, ingredients for the gravy
and which to exchange for better ones when
and of course, yams!
I go to the Boxing Day sales this afternoon!
C: My dad offered to bring the eggnog so we
B: Well could you do me the favor of making
should be set!
this quick? Its the third quarter and youve

been blabbering on since the first!
Elementary Daily Life Christmas Day (
A: Oh, your precious game. You watch the
C0181)
same game every year, and each year your

beloved hometown team loses by at least
A: Dad, dad, dad! Wake up! Its Christmas!
three goals!
B: Timmy. Its too early for this. Look, its six
B: Oh no you didnt. You didnt just insult the
in the morning! Go back to bed!
Salsbury Seals, did you? Why dont you just.
A: No way! Santa already came and left all
just go and return all of those stupid clothes
our presents! Can we go open them? Please!
and not come back until the sales are over?
Please!
A: I might just! Enjoy your stupid game!
C: Of course we can honey. Bill, come on, get
B: And Merry Christmas!
dressed.
A: Merry Christmas!
B: Fine! Not like Santa brought me any gifts!

C: Bill! Honestly, you can be such a grouch
Elementary Daily Life Winter Clothes (
sometimes.
C0183)
A: Look at all these presents under the

A: Bye, mom!
Christmas tree! Awesome!

B: Alright Timmy, knock yourself out. We
B: Wait, Jimmy, its cold outside. Put a hat
should get ready and head to the market to
on!
buy everything for the Christmas dinner

tonight.
A: Ok. Bye!
C: Yeah youre right. Its the first
B: No, wait, you will be too cold without
time we are hosting Christmas dinner at our
mittens.
house so everything has to be perfect.
A: Alright. See ya!
B: I got the list right here. Ham, turkey,
B: Hold on, with that wind, youre going to
mashed potatoes, ingredients for the gravy
catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
and of course, yams!
A: Ok, see you after school...
C: My dad offered to bring the eggnog so we
B: Oh... and ear muffs! Put these on... here
should be set!
we go.
Elementary Global View Boxing Day (C
A: Mom?
0182)
B: Yes, honey...
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A: I... I cant breathe.
to the city!
Elementary Daily Life Fresh Start (C01
Elementary The Office Business Plan (
84)
C0186)
A: Now that its the new year, Ive decided to
A: Ive had it! Im done working for a
turn over a new leaf.
company that is taking me nowhere!
B: Yeah? You finally decided to wipe the slate
B: So what are you gonna do? Just quit?
clean?
A: Thats exactly what I am going to do! Ive
A: You got it! I have a new job, Im living in
decided to create my own company! Im
a new city, with new friends! This is my
going to write up a business plan, get some
opportunity to make some small changes in
investors and start working for myself!
the way I live my life.
B: Have you ever written up a business plan
B: So what are you going to do? Take up an
before?
art class or something?
A: Well, it cant be that hard! I mean, all you
A: Well, first of all, Ive decided to stop
have to do is explain your business, how you
smoking. Its not that Im pinching pennies
are going to do things and thats it, right?
or anything, its just that Ive been smoking
B: You couldnt be more wrong! A well
since I was sixteen, and I think its time to
written
stop.
executive summary which highlights the idea
B: Im with you on that one. Anything else
of the business in two pages or less. Then
youre planning on doing?
you need to describe your company with
A: One last thing, Ive decided to come out
information such as what type of legal
of the closet.
structure it has, history, etc.
B: Its about time!
A: Well that seems easy enough.
business
plan
will
include
an
B: Wait, theres more! Then you need to

Elementary The Weekend Farm Animal
introduce
s (C0185)
services. What they are and how they are
and
describe
your
goods
or
different from competitors? Then comes the
A: Isnt this great? I always wanted to own a
hard part, a market analysis. You need to
farm, live out in the country, grow my own
investigate
food!
and
analyze
hundreds
of
variables! You need to take into consideration

socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to
B: This is very beautiful. Though I have to
how
confess, I dont know the first thing about
many
children
on
average
the
population has! All this information is useful
farming!
so that you can move on to your strategy
A: Thats fine! Dont worry about it!
and implementation stage, where you will
B: What was that?
describe in detail how you will actually
A: Relax, it was just a goat!
execute your idea.
B: And that?
A: Geez. Is that all?
A: Its just the cows that are grazing over
B: Almost, the most important piece of
there. We can milk them later.
information for your investors will be the
B: What was that?
financial analysis. Here you will calculate and
A: Honey, seriously, Its just a sheep. Relax!
estimate sales, cash flow and profits. After
A: Relax, that was just the horses and
all, people will want to know when they will
donkeys that are in the stable .
begin to see a return on their investment!
B: You know what? I dont think I can hack it
A: Umm. I think Ill just stick to my old job
here out in the countryside. Im going back

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and save myself all the hassle of trying to
raise, but this is just not the right time.
start up a business!
A: I understand your position, and I know

that the current economic downturn has had
Elementary Daily Life Going On A Diet
a negative impact on sales, but you must
(C0187)
also take into consideration my hard work,

pro-activeness and loyalty to this company
A: Oh man! Ive been starving myself for
for over a decade.
days now and I havent lost an ounce!
B: Taking into account these factors, and

considering I dont want to start a brain
B: Are you trying to lose weight?
drain, Im willing to offer you a ten percent
A: Yeah, my friend is getting married next
raise and an extra five days of vacation time.
month and Im supposed to be a bridesmaid.
How does that sound?
I have to fit into my dress and look nice for
A: Great! Its a deal! Thank you, sir!
her wedding, but I havent lost any weight!
B: Before you go, just out of curiosity, what
Look at these love handles.
companies were after you?
B: You dont have to starve yourself to lose
A: Oh, the electric company, gas company
weight. I think thats where youre going
and water company!
wrong.
A: Why? If I eat less, then my body will start
ElementaryDailyLife
eating away at my fat reserves right?
BuyingANewMobilePhone (C0189)
B: Not really. You should try to not eat foods

high in calories, salts or saturated fats. Stay
A: Hello sir, may I help you?
away from oily food and artificial flavors.

A: So you are saying that I should eat, but I
B: Yeah, I accidentally dropped my phone in
should just watch what I eat?
the toilet.
B: Yes! You can also try to reduce your
A: I see. Well, you have come to the right
intake of carbohydrates and foods that are
place. We have over one hundred models of
high in cholesterol. You can have steamed
more than twenty leading mobile phone
veggies or increase your protein intake found
manufacturers.
in chicken or fish.
B: Sounds good. I dont want it to be too
A: If I do all this do you think I can lose
expensive, maybe something mid-range.
twenty pounds in four weeks?
A: We have this new HTC smart phone. It
B: Dont count on it.
comes with the Android OS so you can

download applications. It also has a built-in
Elementary The Office Asking For A Ra
camera, mp3 player and touch screen. It
ise (C0188)
works on the 3G network so you have fast

access to the internet wherever you are.
A: Excuse me sir, may I talk to you?
B: What about Wi-fi?

A: Of course! You can access the internet
B: Bill! Sure, come on in. What can I do for
from any hotspot as well as from home.
you?
B: One last thing. Is it waterproof?
A: Well sir, as you know, I have been an

employee of this prestigious firm for over ten
Elementary The Weekend Family Barb
years.
ecue (C0190)
B: Yes.
A: I wont beat around the bush. Sir, I would
A: Is everything ready for the big family
like a raise. I currently have three companies
barbecue tomorrow?
after me and so I decided to talk to you first.

B: A raise? Son, I would love to give you a
B:
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Yep.
The
steaks
and
chicken
are
marinated and I also bought hamburger
Bob: Those are the headlines for today, and
buns.
now for the international weather report with
A: We should also cook a couple dozen hot
Mike Sanderson.
dogs and kebabs.

B: Yeah, good idea. We can put some lawn
Mike: Thank you, Bob! This past week has
furniture outside next to the grill. I also set
been the beginning of Armageddon for many,
up the tent outside so we can hide from the
a series of unprecedented meteorological
sun if it gets too hot.
events
A: Great! I asked Grace to bring cups and
Switzerland, a major avalanche was reported
serviettes as she is also bringing two big
in the Alps. Fortunately, no one was injured.
coolers for the beers.
Due to to the extreme cold this winter, a
B: This is gonna be a great barbecue!
blizzard has struck the US Midwest, causing
occurred
around
the
world.
In
classes in schools and universities to be

ElementaryGlobal View Daylight Savin
temporarily canceled.
gs Time (C0191)
Mike: Moving to to Latin American, Ecuador

has suffered a six month drought that has
A: Did you set your clock forward for daylight
not only affected farming, but has also forced
savings time?
the closure of the hydroelectric power plant

that
B: What? Why do we have to do that?
have not yet released an official statement.
earth. In any case, to take better advantage
Bob: Not a great week for the world! Any
of the daylight available, we compensate by
good news?
moving our clocks forward one hour.

convenient!
Mike: Im afraid not, Bob. One of the major
never
volcanoes in Mexico has erupted, causing
understood things like this, such as GMT. I
major floods and landslides in the region.
never know what time zone we are in or
Meanwhile, Mexico s coast has been hit by
when to change my clock!
hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the
A: That just stands for Greenwich Mean
seismic activity leads them to believe that a
Time. Here in California, we are in Pacific
tsunami may hit Central America, affecting
Standard Time, that is eight time zones west
Honduras, Guatemala and Panama. Thats all
of Greenwich. Remember when we were in

Beijing?
Well,
then
we
were
in
entire
reported to be in the billions. Authorities
position on the planet and the rotation of the
Thats
the
scale struck the southern region. Losses are
in the afternoon. This is basically due to our
see.
for
registered seven point five on the Richter
have more daylight in the mornings and less
electricity
country. In Chile, a major earthquake that
A: Well, at the start of the spring we usually
B:
provides
the news we have for today, but stay tuned
China
for updates on the six oclock news. Back to
Standard Time, and thats eight time zones
you Bob.
east of Greenwich!
B: Thats why it was so weird traveling from
ElementaryDaily Life
Beijing to LA! Because of the huge time
BuildingYourDream Home (C0193)
difference, even though we left Beijing at

noon and flew for more than eight hours, we
A: Mr. and Mrs. Robinson! Lets get straight
still arrived in LA the same day at noon! Its
to it. You have saved up your money for
like we went back in time!
years and are now ready to build your dream

home. What did you have in mind?
Elementary Global View Natural Disast

ers (C0192)
B: A suburban bungalow straight out of the

sixties!
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perfect
lawn
with
minimal
landscaping. A brick patio in the backyard
A: Oh, man. I had the best supper last night.
with
My wife made a stir fry and it was amazing!
an
old-fashioned
grill,
quaint
lawn
furniture, and a swimming pool. A two-car

carport, pastel siding and a gable roof.
B: I love stir fry Crispy bite-sized vegetables
Completed with white shutters and a white
covered in a mixture of soy sauce and oyster
picket fence !
sauce. Wilted greens and fresh bean sprouts.
C: Uh, honey?
Throw in some onion and garlic and ginger!
B: In the living room we would have moss-
Mmm! Mmm! Its almost lunchtime. I would
green rugs and a fireplace with a stone
die for a plate of stir fry right now!
mantle and wood paneling on the walls. In
A: Well, you can keep the vegetables, Ill
the kitchen, the cupboards would be a pale
take the meat. The stir fry my wife made
yellow and we would have a turquoise metal
was really hearty, with chunks of beef and
oven and vinyl flooring -
slivers of bell peppers and onion...
C: Umm, sweetie, but I was thinking of a
B: What? You call that a stir fry? More meat
more modern style house. An open concept
than vegetables? Thats the worst insult you
house, all glass, wood, metal, and concrete.
could throw at a Chinese stir fry What a
B: But sweetums, there is always a lot of
disgrace to the wok she fried it in! What you
wasted space in those kinds of homes.
had is equivalent to a fajita without the
Besides, its just a fad. It doesnt have the
wrap! Silly Americans!
homey feeling the old homes do.
Elementary Global View Job Hunting (
C: Sweetie-pie its not a lot of wasted space.
C0195)
It is relaxing and the house would be ecofriendly with an in-floor heating system and
A: Woo hoo! This just might be the start of
designed to retain the heat of the sun in the
the rest of my life!
winter and keep the house cool in the

summer. We would have solar panels on the
B: What happened?
roof -
A: Im in the market for a job! I went on a
B: Do you know how much those things
website with hundreds of job listings in the
cost?
C:
What
about
your
vintage
area and browsed through them until I got
furniture,
the names of a few employers I would like to
dearest? And instead of a lawn, which is also
work for. I have the resume I wrote for
a lot of wasted space and would require

environmentally
harmful
pesticides,
English class last month and a cover letter
we
will be a piece of cake to write. Ive even
would have a fish pond in the backyard and a
done my research and found the names of
garden that would cover the whole yard so
the managers so I can address the letters
we could grow our own food!
personally. And you know I can be charming
B: But buttercup, I thought you always said
in interviews. Goodbye my penniless days!
that you loved visiting your grandmothers
Hello salary and a career!
house!
B: Ben, were fifteen. What kind of job are
C: And I thought you, Mr. Scientist, were all

up
on
saving
the
planet
with
you looking for?
your
A: Oh, just for a position as a gas station
technological advancements!
attendant. You know, starting at a simple
A: Umm well I am just going to go get some
lowly job, just like all the greats before they
coffee while you two keep discussing.
made it big in the world.

B: Uh-huh.
Elementary The Weekend Stir Fry (C01
A: But Im just in it for the money, right?
94)
How else am I going to be able to afford to

62
keep taking Angela to the movies? Besides, I
where you would need to dial 911?
love the smell of gasoline, dont you?
B: If my grandpa has a heart attack!

C: If there is an accident!
Elementary Daily Life Going To The Tai
B: If a robber breaks into the house!
lor (C0196)
C: If the fire alarm goes off!

B: Pff! I wouldnt call 911 if the fire alarm
A: Welcome to Bills Fabric World. What can I
went off in my house. The only time that
do for you today?
ever happens is when were having spaghetti

for supper, and Mom burns the garlic bread,
B: I was wondering if you guys also tailor
as usual.
clothes?
A: Sure we do! We have the best tailors in
Elementary Daily Life Applying CPR (C
the country! What is it that you need
0198)
exactly?
B: Well, Im looking to get a custom-made
A: Hello everyone and welcome to our CPR
suit.
for
A: Excellent! We have the finest cashmeres
anyone know what CPR stands for?
beginners
course.
First
of all,
does
at affordable prices. How about we get you

measured? Lets start off by measuring the
B: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation!
width of your shoulders. Now, lets measure
A: Thats right! We apply CPR in the case of
the length of your arms and this bit around
cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest.
your neck here.
B: What does that mean?
B: Can you make sure you leave a little extra
A: Well, basically if your heart stops pumping
space in the collar? My neck gets easily
blood, or your lungs stop pumping air, then
irritated.
we need to get them going again! Thats
A: No problem! Now for your pants, let me
when we have to apply this procedure. Lets
just measure your waist and the inseam.
begin! I need a volunteer.
B: You might also want to leave a little extra
B: Me! Me!
room in the waist area. I tend to gain a few
A: Alright, come here and lay flat on your
pounds over the holidays.
back. Lets suppose this young woman has
A: OK. Now you can pick your fabric and
stopped breathing. We must lift the persons
pattern design. Please follow me.
chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get

into the lungs. Then we place our mouth over
Elementary Global View Calling 911 (C
the other persons mouth and blow air two or
0197)
three times, like this.

B: Wait, what are you doing? Im a married
A: Alright class, now that were all dressed
woman! You cant just try to kiss me like
up lets see what professions you chose. Ah,
this!
I see a fireman, a police officer, a medic, and
A: Ma am Im not trying to kiss you! I am
a lifeguard! Can anyone tell me what these
trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in
people have in common?
the case of an emergency.

B: Well, ok. But no French kissing!
B: They save people from bad things?
A: As I was saying, we blow air through the
A: Thats right! Now class, if something bad
mouth in this manner. Once this is done, we
happened and you had to get help, do you
must try to get the heart going again. To do
know what phone number you would call?
this, we place our hands over the persons
C: 911!
chest, and press down firmly two or three
A: Yes, you would pick up the phone and dial
times.
911. What are some emergency situations

63
B: Wait, what are you doing! You cant just
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kiss me then go for second base!
e (C0201)
ElementaryGlobal View
A: Welcome to the National Post. How may I
LearningAboutFirst Aid (C0199)
help you?
A: Hey Joe! Where have you been these past
B: Hi, I would like to send this package to
few days?
China, and these postcards as well.

B: Ive been busy with a first aid course that
A: Very well. You will need some stamps for
I started about a week ago at the Red Cross.
the postcards and I need to weigh that
A: Cool! Ive always wanted to do something
package, too.
like that! Have you learned anything useful?
B: Great. How much is this going to cost?
B: For sure! I mean weve learned how to
A: Well, it depends. Do you want to send it
apply pressure to stop bleeding, how to
via priority, express or standard mail?
check for a pulse, and even how to apply
B: Whats the difference?
CPR!
A: Well, standard mail can take up to fifteen
A: Have you treated any real emergencies?
working days . Priority is a bit faster and will
B: Well, they took us along with some
arrive in about five to eight working days.
paramedics. There was this guy who fell off
Express is the fastest, but its also the most
his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as
expensive. It only takes three days and you
well as a couple of compound fractures. His
can track your package online.
wounds were pretty serious so they had to
B: I see. Well, theres no rush. Please send it
rush him to the hospital. It was intense!
via priority mail. Please be extra careful, the
A: I can imagine! I tend to faint when I see
contents of the package are fragile.
blood, so I think I wont be taking up a
ElementaryTheWeekend Asking For Dir
course like that anytime soon!
ections (C0202)
Elementary Daily Life Junk Food (C020

A: We have been going around in circles for
0)
the past hour! Will you just please stop and

A: Im hungry, lets grab a bite to eat.
ask for directions?
B: Sure! How about we go home and prepare
B: We are not lost! Im just taking the scenic
a couple of sandwiches?
route.
A: Nah! Lets go get a burger and fries.
A: Yeah, whatever. I told you we should buy
B: All you ever do is have unhealthy fast
that GPS that was on sale, but would you
food Pizza, fries, burgers and hot dogs! You
listen to me? No! This is so typical.
have to start eating better!
B: Fine! Ill ask this guy for directions if it will
A: What are you talking about? I have salads
shut your trap! Excuse me, sir. Can you tell
sometimes.
me how to get to Saint Marys Church?
B: Yeah right! Im serious! You should also
C: Sure! Go down Park Road. turn left, go up
cut down on your sugar intake as well. You
as far
drink carbonated drinks that are high in
as the set of traffic lights and turn left. The
fructose syrup! Its really not healthy!
place
A: Fine! Ill start drinking and having home
building on the right.
cooked meals that are low in fat. Are you
A: Thanks!
happy now?
B: See? Was that hard? If you would only
B: Its a start, but Ill be happy when I see
listen to me more often, you would be better
you stick to your promise!
off.
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you
are
looking
for
isthe
second
Elementary Daily Life Calling Tech Sup
Judge: Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury,
port (C0203)
have you reached a verdict?

Jury member: Yes, your honor. our verdict
Tech
guy:
Hello,
thanks
for
calling
is. . . . . . not guilty!
123TechHelp, Im Todd. How can I help you?

Client:
Hello?
Can
you
help
me?
Robert: Thank you so much! You were

great! Thank you for all your hard work!
My
Lawyer: Youre welcome Robert! I knew you
computer! Oh man...
Todd:
Its
okay
sir, calm
down.
were innocent so my job was easy. Take care
What
of yourself, okay?
happened?
Robert: Thanks once again...
Client: I turned on my laptop and it broke! I
Lawyer: Hey! Wheres my wallet?
mean, the monitor went black!
Elementary The Office Closing The Dea
Todd: Ok, sir, it sounds like you might have
l (C0205)
a virus.
Client: I dont feel sick,...let me check...
Mr. Smith: Im glad you could find time to
Nope! No fever, Im fine.
meet with me, Mr. Johnson. I cant think of a
Todd: No, your computer might have a
nicer environment for our meeting today, the
virus, I mean, it has a bad program on it.
ambiance here is lovely!
Maybe thats why it crashed. I recommend

that you run an antivirus program in order to
Mr. Johnson: No problem, if possible I
safely remove any unwanted spyware or
always combine business with pleasure. Now,
Trojans.
lets hear more about these chocolates youre
Client: Phew! . . . . . .Wait a minute,
offering.
CRASH??!! Spyware? Trojans! What? where?
Mr. Smith: Well, as you know, I have
when?!
recently become the sole distributor for
Elementary Global View Understandin
Grangers Gourmet Bon-bons here in the
g a Trial (C0204)
United States. Theyre a new manufacturer

and are looking to break into the luxury
Lawyer: Your honor, ladies and gentlemen of
market. Naturally, your restaurant sprang
the jury, My client, Robert Malone, has been
into my mind immediately. I think your brand
accused of a crime he did not commit. The
exemplifies
prosecution has accused my client of being a
Grangers and serving these chocolates would
pickpocket! I know we have heard the
really add to your reputation for providing
testimony of many people here today, . . . .
elegant, luxurious, first class dining.
people who claim the defendant, my client,
Mr. Johnson: Hmmm, sounds interesting. . .
stole their wallets. I feel sorry for these
. gourmet chocolates , where are they
victims, I really do. . . . . . . . . but my client
produced? Belgium?
is innocent!
Mr. Smith: Actually, the factory is located in
defendant
same
traits
as
Mr. Johnson: Really? I didnt think they
These so-called witnesses did not actually

the
ofthe
Scotland.
Lawyer: Lets look at the facts. . . one:

see
many
were
steal
known
for
their
luxury
chocolate
production. . .
anything. . . . . . . . . . two: When the police
Mr. Smith: Thats what makes this such a
stopped him, he did not have any of the
fantastic opportunity! The government is one
stolen wallets. There is no evidence.
hundred percent supportive of creating new
Lawyer: Therefore, Ladies and Gentlemen of
export markets and has guaranteed a low
the jury, I ask you to think carefully before
tariff for all wholesale orders of over one
giving your verdict. My client is innocent!
thousand units. Theyve also reduced the red

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tape involved at customs as well. Here, I
friends over for drinks every weekend. You
brought these especially for you, try one!
always leave a mess and keep me up all
Mr. Johnson: Oh, thanks. Mmm, hmm,
night!
creamy texture, smooth. . . .
A: Maybe you should just move out and find
Mr. Smith: Unique arent they? I bet youve
another place.
never tasted anything like it! Quality is
B: Maybe you should move out!
assured as I personally visit the factory to
Elementary Daily Life Shopping Online
make sure no ones cutting corners with the
(C0207)
ingredients. Only the cr `eme de la cr `eme

make it through inspection.

Mr.
Johnson:
Yes,
very
interesting
B: Im just looking for a nice pillow on Ebay.
flavors. . . . . . . Slightly spicy, very unique,

thats
for
sure.
Exactly
what
ARE
A: You are shopping for a pillow online?
the
Thats absurd!
ingredients?
B: Why? I dont have to leave the house or
Mr. Smith: I have it on highest authority
browse a dozen stores to find what Im
that this traditional secret recipe has been

handed
down
inthe
Granger
family
looking for. This way, I just search for it
for
online quick and easy.
generations. Im sure you can keep a secret.
A: I see, but how do you pay for it? How do
Buttermilk, cacao beans, sugar and Haggis.
you know you arent going to be ripped off
Mr. Johnson: Haggis? Whats Haggis?

Mr.
Smith:
Its
traditional
by the seller?
Scottish
B: Well, the website handles a point system
delicacy; you take sheeps liver, heart and

lung
and
stuff
it
inside
ofthe
where if the seller does something wrong,
sheeps
people comment negatively and then you
stomach.
know that he or she may not be trustworthy.
Mr. Johnson: Ah, get back to you.
A: Wow, that sounds pretty safe. So how do
Mr. Smith: Mr. Johnson? Mr. Johnson?
you pay? Do you need a credit card?
Elementary Daily Life Talking To Your
B: You can use a credit card or your debit
Roomate (C0206)
card. They also let you use the PayPal

system which is really safe and fast. I have
A: Charlie, do you have a second?
never
had
any
problems
with
someone
B: Yeah whats up?
hacking my information or anything.
A: Well, I went and paid the bills today and
A: Do you think I can find a sweater for my
you still havent given me your half.
dog online?
B: Yeah I wanted to talk to you about that. I
B: You can find anything! Are you sure you
agreed we would go halves on allthe bills,
want to start shopping online though? Once
but frankly I think its unfair.
you step into this world, there is no turning
A: Unfair! Why?
back!
B: Well, you have long hair and use the
A: Lets do it!
hairdryer every morning. I dont. You leave
Elementary Global View Understandin
your computer on all night downloading
g The Stock Market (C0208)
torrents. I dont. You see what Im getting at

here?
A: Sorry to bother you sir, but I have some
A: You leave the air conditioner on day and
bad news.
night! You also take 30 minute showers
B: What is it?
which means you are using way more gas
A: Well, the stock market just took a huge
and water than me!
plunge and weve lost a lot of money!
B: Well, while we are at it, stop bringing your

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B: What do you mean? What happened?
Cindy: Mother, father, Id like to introduce
A: There are many factors that weigh in, but
you to my fianc e, Bob.
NASDAQ is down 200 points, the DOW

JONES indicator also suffered! Our portfolio
Miranda: Hello, Bob. Welcome.
is worth half of what it was worth points
Bob: Thanks for having me. Nice to meet the
week ago.
both of you. Ive heard so much!
B: How is this possible? You are supposed to
ThurstonS:o Cindy told you about bringing
be talking to our stockbrokers and making
home her last boyfriend, then? Hah, that
sure that our securities and investments are
idiot...
safe and making a profitable return!
Miranda: Shhh! Thurston, youre going to
A: I know sir! We didnt expect a bull market
scare the poor boy. Come in and have a
to become a bear market all of a sudden. On
drink. Dinner will be on in just a bit.
the other hand, you still have some high
ThurstonW: hatll you be having? Whiskey?
yield trash bonds and government bonds that
Bourbon? Pick your poison!
will give us enough liquidity to cut our loses
Bob: If you have a lemonade thatd be great.
and reinvest in emerging markets. We could
ThurstonL:emona...?
potentially make this tragedy work for us and
Miranda: Why sure, theres some in the
make us think outside the box.
fridge!
B: Do what you have to do! One other thing,
Cindy: Mother makes her own lemonade
dont tell the rest of the stockholders about
from scratch. Its the best!
this. If they find out, its the end of this
ThurstonS:o what are your hobbies, son? If
company!
you
Elementary Daily Life Office Gossip (C
tomorrow. Ive just picked up a new rifle Ive
0209)
been meaning to try out. Should be a real
want,
we
can
do
some
hunting
hoot!
Pam: Psssst! Pssssssssst! Hey! Eric, have
Bob: Um. Im not really. eh. I dont really
you heard?
hunt.
ThurstonY:ou dont hunt? Well Ill be...
Eric: Hm? No. . . go on, tell me, whats the
Cindy: Bob is an animal rights activist. He
latest office gossip?
doesnt believe in harming animals.
Pam: Well, you didnt hear this from me but
Miranda: Dinners ready! Lets go out to the
the rumor is. . . . . . . . . . is getting a
patio where the pig is roasting.
promotion!
Bob: Roast pig? Im a vegetarian.
Eric: No way! But. . . shes a terrible
ElementaryTheWeekend Playing Board
worker. . . and
Games (C0211)
you cant trust her. . . shes so two-faced

you cant believe anything she says!
Paula:
Hey
guys,
what
are
you
Jim: Hey- Why did you take that money?

two
You are such a cheater! I should send you to
whispering about?
jail!
Eric: Oh Hi Paula! How are you?

Paula: Ive got some good news! Im getting
Karen: I am not cheating. When you pass
a promotion!
go, you collect $200, Everyone knows that!
Pam: Congratulations! Eric and I were just
Jim: Well you cant just take the money. You
saying that you are the best person forthe
have to ask the bank for money. And Im the
job. . . .
banker.
Eric: Yes! Youre the best!
Karen: Banker?
Elementary Daily Life Meeting the In
Jim: Yes. . .
laws (C0210)
Karen: Can I have my $200 please?

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Jim: Sure. Here you are, $200, Thank you,
A: Have you bought a burial plot and a
please come again! Now its my turn to roll
casket?
the dice.
B: No. Wendy is being cremated. She always
ElementaryGlobal ViewLastWillAnd Tes
talked about how she didnt want to be
tament (C0212)
buried. I already chose a cremation urn and

we plan to spread the ashes in the ocean.
A: I, Luke Thompson, residing in California,
A: I see, that sounds like something she
being of sound mind, do hereby declare this
would have really liked. I am sure the
instrument to be my last will and testament.
memorial service will be tasteful. You are

doing a great job.
A: I hereby revoke all previous wills and
B: Thanks, it hasnt been easy, but luckily we
codicils.
have life insurance and Wendy left behind a
A: I direct that the disposition of my remains
detailed will that will sort out any other legal
be as follows: I am to be cremated and
matters.
taken to the summit of Mount Everest where
Elementary Daily Life Describing Perso
my ashes will forever remain at the ceiling of
nalities (C0214)
the Earth.
A: I give all the rest and residue of my
A: OK class, settle down. I have the results
estate
Thompson,
of your individual personality tests. I am
should she survive me for days. If my
going to hand them out and if youd like, you
spouse, Betty Thompson, does not survive
can read them out loud to the rest of the
me, I give all the rest and residue of my
class.
to
my
spouse,
Betty
estate to EnglishPod.
A: If neither Betty Thompson nor EnglishPod
B: Ill read mine!
survives me, I give all the rest and residue of
A: OK, go ahead.
my estate to my heirs as determined by the
B: It says here that I am adventurous,
laws of the State of California, relating to
outgoing and easy-going. It says that I am a
descent and distribution.
little superstitious and occasionally naive!
A: I appoint Robert Porter, to act as the
Thats not true!
executor of this will, to serve without bond.
A:
Should Robert Porter be unable or unwilling
accurate. Is that all it says?
to serve, then I appoint Jason Smalls to act
B: No! It also says that I am open-minded
as the executor of this will.
with great ambition but that I can also be
A: I herewith affix my signature to this will
reckless and clumsy. This is stupid!
on this the twenty third of May two thousand
A: Ok, anyone else want to read theirs?
ten
in
the
presence
ofthe
The
test
isnt
one-hundred
percent
following
C: Ill go! It says that I am an extroverted,
witnesses, who witnessed and subscribed
well balanced person. It says I am generous,
this will at my request, and in my presence.
outspoken, and very diligent. This is so true!
Elementary Daily Life Funeral Arrange
It
ments (C0213)
eloquent and daring! This is totally me!
also
says
that
am
magnanimous,
A: Pfft whatever, these tests are bologna!

A: Hi Daniel, how are you holding up? I am
Elementary The Weekend At the Deli (
greatly sorry for your loss.
C0215)
B: Its a lot harder than I imagined. There
A: Honey, we are all out of wine and cheese.
are many things that you have to to arrange.
Do you mind running to the deli and picking
I booked a time and date with the funeral
up a few things?
home, but I still have a lot of things to do.

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B: Cant it wait? Im watching the game right
Kelly: . . . . I like doughnuts.
now!
Elementary Global View Volunteering (
A: Your friends and family are coming over
C0217)
tonight and we still need to get a lot of

things.
Mark: Thanks a lot for pitching in once again
B: Fine! What do you need?
Judy, we really appreciate your help. It
A: Ok, pick up some cured meats to go with
seems that at this time of year there are
the wine. Maybe a pound of polish sausages,
more and more people who are struggling to
ham, liverwurst, salami and any other cold
make
cuts that are on sale. I think I saw a
professional
promotion for pastrami. Also get some cole
generous with their time.
slaw and a jar of olives.
ends
meet.
There
chefs like
you
arent
who
many
are
so
Judy: Dont be silly Mark, Im more than
B: Whoa wait a minute! Isnt that a bit too
happy to donate my time to a good cause.
much? I mean, how much is all of this going
Volunteering at the soup kitchen has been
to cost!
really rewarding for me. You know, its
A: Never mind that. Get some dips as well.
satisfying to provide good meals for those
Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and
who are less fortunate, I feel like Im really
also some Tzatziki. If they have bean dip get
making a difference in some small way.
that as well. Last but not least, get some
Mark:
pickles.
Well,
your
skills
are
definitely
appreciated here! The people who come here
B: Is that all, your majesty?
have fallen on hard times and a delicious hot
A: Very funny! Get a move on! People will be
meal can really bolster their spirits. That
here any minute.
smells great! The needy are sure lucky to
Elementary Daily Life Health Food (C0
have you!
216)
Judy: Thanks Mark!
John: Ok darling, got some pizzas, potato
Judy: Here you go, enjoy your meal!
chips, hot dogs and lots of cheese!
Old lady: Thank you my dear, Oh this looks

lovely.
Kelly: Oh John, I thought we said we would
Judy: Youre welcome, Hello sir, today we
start eating right! Remember? Our new
have. . . . are you doing here?
healthy lifestyle? Thats all junk food!
George: Hey Judy! Ill have a little of
John: Hrumph! Right, so what did you get?
everything, thanks. . . . smells great!
Kelly: Well, healthy food , of course! I got
Judy: George, seriously . . . what are you
some whole wheat bread, skimmed milk,
doing here? I havent seen you since our
fresh fish and organic carrots. . . .
divorce was finalized. Youve got no right to
John: Organic? Whats organic? Do we need
be here, youre hardly homeless!
organic carrots. . . ?
George: Dont be like that Judy, I really miss
Kelly: They were grown without using any
your home cooking!
chemicals that are harmful to our health. And
Elementary Daily Life Divorce (C0218)
yes,
John, we need organic carrots. . . .
Je: Joanne, lets not make this divorce any
John: Oh, so organic vegetables are the
more acrimonious than it already is, okay?
green option, right?
Lets just get down to business and start
Kelly: Yup, better for the environment and
dividing this stuff up fairly, so we can go our
better for us!
separate ways, alright?
John: Wait a minute, that? . . . Doughnuts?
Joanne: Fine with me. I just want to get this
they organic doughnuts, Kelly?

69
over with. Its important we make a clean
motorcycle.
break. I should have signed a pre-nup.
Je: The motorcycle? But thats mine!
Je: What was that?
Elementary Global View Baby Shower
Joanne:
Nothing!
Anyway,
youre
right,
(C0219)
theres no reason this has to be nasty. My

lawyer tells me youve accepted our alimony
A: Thank you for organizing this great baby
proposal and the division of property, as well
shower for me! Ive always been to baby
as the custody agreement- I keep the cat
showers but never actually had one held for
and you get the dog. So thats done. . . .
me! Lets get started!
finally.
B: Ok, lets start opening some presents!
Je: Lets not go there, Joanne! Ok, so lets
A: Oh look! What a great little bib for the
start with the record collection, Ill take the
baby! This will definitely come in handy! Oh
albums I contributed and you can have your
wow, you also got me a stroller! Thats so
cheesy disco albums back.
great! Thank you!
Joanne: Fine, but Im keeping the antique
B: This next one is from Betty.
gramophone as my grandfather gave it to
A: A highchair and car seat! Wow Betty
me.
thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Je: I believe that was a wedding present to
B: One more from Carla.
both of us, Joanne. And you hardly ever use
A: A playpen and crib! Thanks Carla! This is
it!
just what I needed!
Joanne: Hes my grandfather, and he never
B: OK, thats all of them. No more gifts. Now
really liked you anyway!
who wants to guess when the baby is due!
Je: Whatever! Alright, Ill concede the silly
A: Umm. I think my water just broke! Get
gramophone, if youll agree that I get the
me to a hospital!
silver tea set.
Elementary Daily Life New Furniture (
Joanne:How typical, when are you ever
C0220)
going to use a silver tea set? Fine! I dont

want to drag this out any longer than
A: How about this floor lamp?
necessary. Whats next? What about these

old photographs?
B: Fine just get it! We have been shopping
Je: Which ones? Let me have a look. Wow,
for furniture for five hours! Im so tired!
look at that! That brings back memories. . . .
A: We still need to find an armoire and a
That?
dresser.
Joanne:Our trip to Italy! I remember that

day. We were
going
to
visit
the
B: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off
Trevi
this nightstand, coffee table and love seat
fountain, and we got caught in the rain. . . .
while you look for the rest of the things.
Je: . . . and you looked so adorable with your
A: Great! Pick me up in about an hour
hair all wet. I had to take a picture of you
because I think Ill also get a bean bag and a
standing there in that little alley, smiling and
dining set.
laughing in the rain. . . .
B: While you are at it can you pick out a nice
Joanne: Oh, we really did have fun back
recliner? I really want one so I can watch TV.
then didnt we?
A: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated
Je: Oh, Joanne, are we making a big
living room? I dont think so!
mistake? I know our relationship has been on
Elementary Daily Life Car Trouble (C02
the rocks for sometime but are you sure we
21)
cant reconcile and try again? I still love you.

Joanne:Oh Jeff! I love you too! Im so glad
A: Car trouble center. How may I help you?
we didnt have to decide who keeps the

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B: My car wont start! Stupid old car!
global warming either, or whether or not it
A: Hold on, before you kick your car lets go
was our doing or a natural change the earth
through some possible problems.
is going through, but you have to admit that
B: Fine.
were living pretty irresponsibly here in the
A: Ok, first of all, can you turn the key in the
west.
ignition?
A: I guess...
B: Yeah! I am here with my friend and he
C: I think the issue at hand is sustainability.
thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter
Weve only got this one earth we can live on,
motor.
and our resources are quickly disappearing
A: Those are possible problems, but tell me,
because of our own carelessness and our
when you turn the key, do you hear the
inability to think of anyone but ourselves and
starter motor crank?
anything but the present.
B: Yeah, it sounds like it usually does when I
B: So, like I was saying, we need to change
start the car, but nothing else happens. The
the way we live. We need to reduce our
engine wont start. Should I maybe press the
carbon footprint.
accelerator?
C: But it doesnt have to be that drastic.
A: No. If you step on the accelerator pedal
Hybrid vehicles and solar panels are too
you can flood the carburetor and your car will
expensive to be feasible right now. And we
never start.
dont have to be hippies living off the land
B: So what do you think it is?
and buying everything organic either, though
A: I know this may seem like a silly question,
it helps.
but does your car have gasoline?
B: I car pool to work everyday with some
B: Umm. yeah! Right! I got the car started!
buddies of mine. I have a rain barrel outside
Thanks for your help! I told you to fill the
my house I use to water my plants and my
tank!
lawn in the summer, and I make sure I
Elementary Global View Carbon Footpr
always bring reusable bags with me when I
int (C0222)
get my groceries. And we just started using

bio-degradable plastic made from corn oil for
A: So whats your guys take on all this
take-out orders at my familys restaurant.
global warming hysteria in the media?
Remember the three Rs? Reduce. Reuse.

Recycle.
B: Its pretty serious, man. There have been
C: Exactly, its just small simple changes, like
tons of scientific studies and the scientific
buying energy-saving light bulbs, starting a
community says that the earth is heating up.
compost bin, recycling bottles and papers,
We need to make some drastic changes to
using reusable water bottles, stop using
our lifestyle if we want to preserve our
disposable cups and cutlery.
planet.
A: Like the ones were drinking out of?
A: I dont know. It sounds like a bunch of
B: Yeah.
mumbo jumbo if you ask me. Save the
Elementary Daily Life Facial Hair (C02
earth! The earth will save itself. Its survived
23)
worst disasters in the past. I mean, honestly,

we live in the boonies. Theres no way
Officer: Ok Sally, we have an artist here to
anyone here is ever going to walk or bike to
help us.
work, especially in the winter. And we have

no bus system. My house is forty years old
Brown: Well ask you questions about the
and it would take a lot of money to get it
bank robber you saw and Paul will draw a
refitted to be green and energy-efficient.
picture. Are you ready?
C: Well I dont really know if I believe in
Sally: Yes, hmmm. Well, he had brown

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hair. . .long hair. . . and he had some facial
fingerprints on the bowls and are analyzing
hair. . . was brown, too.
them back at the lab as we speak. Hopefully,
Officer: Good! Ok, the facial hair, was it a
they will be able to identify the burglar soon.
beard or a
Detective MeGee: Hmmmm,Ah ha! Whats
Brown: mustache?
this? A strand of golden hair. . . . . . this is a
Sally: Both! His mustache was very short
very
and thin, . . . . on the top of his lip.
McGraw. It tells me the suspect has long
Paul: un-uh hmmm.. . , like this?
golden hair. . . . . . . very few men have long
Sally: Yes, thats the mustache! But the
golden hair. . . . . . . our criminal could be a
beard isnt right, mean, it didnt cover his
woman. . . . . .
whole face. . . . think it was just on his chin.
McGraw: A woman? Was she working alone?
Officer: A goatee? Was it like Pauls?
Did she have an accomplice?
Brown:
Detective MeGee: An accomplice? No, no
Sally:
Ah
yes,
thats
it,
he
had
important
piece
of
trace
evidence
McGraw, she was definitely working alone.
goatee.........
See
here,
there
are
footprints
in
Paul: Ok, what about sideburns? Did he
porridge, here on the floor. . . . footprints,
have sideburns?
tells me that our suspect is small. . . . could
Sally: Um, they were long and thick, yours!
possibly be a child.
Paul: Alright, was this the man you saw?
McGraw: A child? Surely not, sir. . .
Sally: Yes, thats him! Hmmmmm, he looks
Detective MeGee:
a lot like you.
clues, McGraw! The evidence doesnt lie!
Officer: Hmmm, why yes he does. Paul,
Now, lets reconstruct the crime. . . . . . the
where were
suspect came in, sat in each chair breaking
Brown: you on Friday afternoon?
the smallest one into little pieces. Next, the
Paul: What? Thats ridiculous! It wasnt me!
porridge. she obviously tried to eat it and
I didnt do anything.
because it was so hot, she dropped it on the
Elementary Global View Crime Scene (
floor. . . . this mess.
C0224)
footprints seem to lead upstairs. McGraw, did
We must follow
the
the
interesting. These
your officers clear the scene?

Detective MeGee: Alright, Officer McGraw,
McGraw: Well, there was no one down here.
Give it to me straight, what are we looking at
. . andmaybe we forget to check upstairs.
here?
Goldylocks: Hey! Whats with all the noise?

Im trying tosleep up here!
McGraw: Detective MeGee! Were glad to
Detective MeGee: There she is! Get her!
see you! We could sure use your expertise on
Elementary The Weekend Planning A C
this one. Its a break-in, but nothing seems
rime (C0225)
to have been stolen. We received a call from

the Bear family at
around ten thirty this
Sammy: Alright, lets run through this one
morning. They had gone out for a walk
more time from the top. I will be positioned
before breakfast and came home to this
here, across from the bank on this park
mess! Broken chairs and porridge all over the
bench. Now, according to the intel we got
place! Apparently, Momma Bear had made
from Jimmy. . .
the porridge a little too hot, you see, and

they were waiting for it to cool down.
Ralph: ah, whos Jimmy?
Detective MeGee: Okay then, lets start
Sammy: Jeez Ralph! Pay attention, will ya?
examining the evidence. . . . Have the
Jimmys our mole, you know. . . . the guy on
forensics team been in yet?
the inside. . . Hes been snooping and
McGraw:
Yes
sir.
They
found
some
passing on the info to us so we can pull this

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heist off!
mix-up with the delivery I made and take the
Frankie: Yea, Ralph, clean the moth balls
special package back here.
outta your ears and listen up. This here is
Sammy: Alright, lets get some sleep. . . its
important , you dont wanna end up back in
a big day tomorrow fellas!
the slammer, do ya? Your role is pretty
Frankie: A perfect plan, Sammy! It went off
important here, were depending on you,
without a hitch!
man.
Sammy: Lets open this up and get Ralph
Ralph: Ok, ok! Im listening! moth balls,
out here so we can start counting the
hrumph. . .
money!
Sammy: Alright then, . . . . was I? Oh yeah,
Ralph: Phew! I sure am glad to see you
ok, so Ill be the lookout. . . . here on the
guys! I was sure getting lonely with no one
bench across from the bank. Nobody moves
to talk.
until I give the go-ahead, Alright? And whats
Frankie: Thats nice, ok how much!
the goahead? . . . Ralph?
Ralph: Huh?Uh,, really, really, really glad?
Ralph: You, umm. . . ah. . . . yeah, youll
Sammy: Money, Ralph! Money!
take off your hat and scratch your head!
Ralph: Oh man, I knew I forgot something. .
Sammy: Right. When I take my hat off and
.....
scratch my head, you do what?
Elementary Global View Fundraiser (C
Ralph: I get in the box.
0226)
Frankie: Right, you get in the box. Ill make

sure its all sealed and then, posing as a
A: Ok Mark, its your turn to ring the
delivery guy, Ill drop off a special package
doorbell. I did it last time.
for the manager. Now, according to Jimmy,

the
bank
manager
is
leaving
early
B: I hate going door to door, and I hate
on
asking for money.
Tuesday cause its his wedding anniversary.
A: But we need to raise enough money for
He and the wife are having a romantic
the school fundraiser so that our class can
rendezvous in the country, so any packages
win the pizza party! You do want to have a
delivered will be left unopened in his office
pizza party, dont you?
until he gets back late on Wednesday. . . .
B: Yes, but...
Sammy: . . . . . . Which gives us access to
A: Just go already!
his office for at least Come hours. . . . Ralph,
B: No ones coming.
this is where you come in. . . . where are
A: Try again.
you?
Ralph:
Im
standing
right
next
to
B: Maybe theres no one home.
you
A: Of course theres someone home! There
Sammy, Sorry Sam, Im in the box. Right
are two cars in the driveway and I see lights
there. . . in that box.
on in the house! Hello! Anybody home? We
Frankie: . . . . what do you do once I deliver
would like to know if you want to sponsor us
you to the managers office?
in our school fundraiser. Fifty percent of the
Ralph: I stay in the box until the bank has
profits
closed, . I get out of the box.
go
towards
the
new
school
playground!
Sammy: . . . . then? What next, Ralph? Oh
B: I dont know why anyone would want
for Petes sake! This is never going to work.
whats in this catalog anyway. Its just a
Ralph: Hey, give me a chance here, fellas! I,
bunch of tacky Christmas ornaments, Cds of
um, I crack the safe . then, thenI take the
old people singing Christmas songs, and
money. . . . then I. . . ummmmm, I get back
special crackers and cheeses and boxes of
in the box.
chocolates.
Frankie: Atta boy Ralph! In the morning I
A: You dont like chocolates?
come back to the bank, say theres been a

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B: Not this kind. Theyve got weird names
uncle of course would be officiating. Well
like ganache and praline.
meet with him soon for some pre-wedding
A: Look! I just saw someone walking around
counseling.
inside! These people are being very rude!
ceremony was a no-brainer. My step-sister
A: Finally, someones coming!
and her string quartet will take care of that.
B: They dont look too happy.
My cousin will be the official photographer. I
A: Hi, sir. Would you like to sponsor us or
thought it would also be nice if his daughter
make a donation to.
could sing a solo. Did you know that shes
C: What grade are you kids in?
going to be a professional opera singer?
A: Grade seven.
A: Ah...
C: Then for goodness sake, dont you see
B: And then of course the ladies at the
this sign? Cant you read?
church would love to be our caterers for the
A: No soliciting.
banquet and well get the Youth Group to
B: What does that mean?
serve us. I was thinking that your friends
A: No idea.
band could be our entertainment for the
Elementary Daily Life Wedding Plannin
night. though they might have to tone it
g (C0227)
down a bit. Or we could hire a DJ. Your
The
music
for
the
wedding
sisters husband could get us a discount with

A: Trina, will you marry me?
that
company
that
does
the
decor
at
weddings. Whats their name again? I was
B: Yes! Yes! And yes! Jared of course Ill
thinking
marry you!
that
we
could
have
an
island
paradise- themed wedding and our theme
A: Oh Babe, I cant wait to spend the rest of
color
my life with you! I cant wait for all the
would
be
soothing
blue
like
Aquamarine.
adventures were going to have, for all the
And there will be a huge seashell on the wall
fights and the laughter. I cant wait to grow
behind the podium where well make our
old and wrinkly with you.
toasts! What do you think of small packages
B: Oh Jared! I cant wait for our wedding! I
of drink mixes for our wedding favors? Who
hope you dont mind, but Ive already chosen
else am I missing? Oh, your uncle could be
a date! Six months from now in the summer!
our florist and his wife could make our
Melissa saw you buying the ring last month
wedding cake!
so Ive had plenty of time to start planning!
A: Wow.
A: She what?
B: See? Its going to be wonderful! Oh this
B: Oh dont worry sweetie, I didnt know
wedding is going to be everything I ever
when you were going to propose. It was still
dreamed of.
a nice surprise! As I was saying, Ive got it all
A: If I survive the next six months.
planned out. Theres almost nothing left to
Elementary The Weekend Going to the
do! I wrote up our guest list and we will have
Beach (C0228)
roughly four hundred guests

attending.
A: Oh, George, what a beautiful day it is
A: four hundred?
today! The sun is hot and there are just a
B: No need to sweat it. My parents agreed to
few clouds scattered here and there! What a
pay for most of the wedding, which is going
perfect day to be at the beach! The kids are
to be low budget anyway. So roughly four
going to have so much fun! And well be able
hundred people, which means that the hall at
to relax in the sun while theyre playing.
Northwood Heights will be our reception

venue. I thought it would be nice if we had
B: It does seem like the perfect day! Im glad
the wedding at your parents church and my
we chose to get out of the city and enjoy the

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nice weather! This looks like the perfect spot!
Jacob: Theyre only forty-five dollars! And
Ok kids, put on your sunscreen while your
theyve
mom and I set up camp. Here, Mary, help me
shoelaces! Mom?
lay down these beach towels.
Mom: Ok, try them on.
A: There we go. Can you help me with the
Salesgirl: What size are your feet?
umbrella? Perfect.
Mom: He is a size nine.
B: Ok kids, heres a beach ball and a Frisbee,
Salesgirl: Well try a size forty-three on you
a pail and a shovel. I want to see an
first and see how that fits.
impressive sandcastle by the time we leave.
Mom: A what?
Dont stray too far. Wait! Leave your sandals
Salesgirl: They come in European sizes. He
here or put on your wet shoes.
should be a size forty-three. Ill be right
A: And stay in the shallow area. I dont want
back.
to see you go any farther than that sandbar!
Elementary The Weekend Gardening (
Its too deep out there and we didnt bring
C0230)
got
cool
fluorescent
orange
your floaties.
A: Ive decided to grow my own garden!
B: Youre back already? The water was too

cold, huh? Ill tell you a secret. Do you see
B: What? You dont know the first thing
that small pool of water over there? Itll be
about gardening!
warmer in there. Go see if you can find some
A: On the contrary, I have been reading a lot
seashells or catch some minnows.
of books about the subject.
A: What is that? A jellyfish? Jeremy, put that
B: Oh yeah? Tell me then, smarty pants, how
down right now! It could sting you!
will you go about setting up your garden?
B: Ah! Not onme! Ow!
A: Well, first I need to buy some things, such
Elementary Daily Life Buying Mens Sh
as fertilizer, seeds and tools.
oes (C0229)
B: What type of tools?
Mom: Hi! I am looking for a pair of shoes for
A: You know, the basics. A rake, shovel,
my son.
spade and a hoe.

B: Right. Well it seems like you have all your
Salesgirl: Sure thing! Here we are! If youre
bases covered. Whats next?
looking for dress shoes, we have several
A: Ill till the soil and then sow the seeds. Ill
different styles of Oxfords for boys. We also
then add some fertilizer and voila! Gardening
carry athletic shoes, hiking boots.
all done!
Mom: Oh Jacob, how about these sneakers?
B:
Jacob: Mom? Theyve got Velcro.
especially
Mom: Well, then how about these? What is
season and it wont rain for the next three
this style called?
months!
Salesgirl: Theyre tennis shoes. Theyre very
Elementary Daily Life Buying Womens
popular with teens and young adults.
Shoes (C0231)
Well,
good
luck
with
considering
we
your
are
garden,
inthe
dry
Jacob: Oooo, Mom, can I get these?

Mom: What are those?
Mom: Hi, excuse me Miss? Im looking for a
Jacob: Theyre Chuck Taylors! Everyone has
dress shoe. My usual pair that Ive had for
them! Can I, please?
years have finally been stretched out of
Mom: I dont know. Would they go with your
shape.
clothes? The backs are really high. and the
anymore.
way the tongue just sticks up. Theyre almost
They
dont
provide
any
support
Salesgirl: Sure, what kind of shoe are you
like a boot. And the sole doesnt look like it
looking for? Weve got strappy sandals, sleek
would have a very good grip.

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high heels, edgy pumps, or if youre looking
Precious Gem Press! Make large colorful
for something a little more practical, weve
gems for you and your friends with five
got Mary Janes, ballerinas.
special molds! Comes with the new Sparkling
Mom: Show me some classic high heels,
Brights PLAY-DOH compound in four new
please.
colors! Treasure chest sold separately.
Salesgirl: Ok, right this way. What color did
B: Wow! Mommy, can I get that for my
you have in mind?
birthday?
Mom: Black. Classic.
TV:
Salesgirl: Of course. Weve got this style
Professor X! Collect all four of these special-
here that is very popular. Because its an
edition collectible X-Men action figures and
open-toe shoe, you can wear it any time of
decide the future of mutants in our world!
the year. They look great on everyone.
A: No way! I want Professor X !
Mom:
Umm.
too
shiny.
And
Wolverine!
Jean
Grey!Rogue!
And
wear
TV: The new Collectors Edition Nursery
pantyhose with my shoes so lets look for a
Rhymes Porcelain Dolls! Little Bo Peep comes
closed-toe shoe.
with her own sheep and staff! Her clothes
Salesgirl: Ok, these are a very nice pair of
are made with the finest fabrics and real
leather shoes with a two-inch heel so they
Italian lace, and her face has been hand-
are very comfortable.
painted by our finest artists. Only $199.
Mom: I dont like the pointed toes. Let me
A: Oooo! Shes pretty! Ive never had a
take a look at what else you have. Too high.
porcelain doll before.
That one looks like the back would cut into
B: I doubt Mom and Dad would get you that
my heel. I have a high instep so I doubt that
for your birthday. She costs a pretty penny.
one will fit properly. I dont want bows. I find
Plus, youd most likely break her.
slingbacks very uncomfortable. Those might
TV: What is better than one board game?
as well be stilettos. Too modern. Ah, finally,
Three board games in one! Enjoy playing
this is what Im looking for.
Chess and Checkers on this side of the
Salesgirl: What size?
board. But if youre looking for some more
Mom: Seven-and-a-half.
fun, flip it and play the classic game of Sorry!
Salesgirl: Here we are How does it fit?
B: Thats ingenious! Why hasnt anyone
Mom: Hmmm. not good. Theyre too tight.
thought of that before?
The length is right, but the shoe is too
TV:
narrow and its pinching my toes. And thered
Squarepants wherever you go with the new
be no room for my insoles. You know what? I
Spongebob
dont think I have the patience for this today.
Yoyo! And now back to our show!
They just dont make shoes like they used to.
Elementary Global View Forex (C0233)
Now
you
can
Squarepants
take
Spongebob
Glow-in-the-Dark
Ill come back another time.

Salesgirl: Have a nice day, Maam.
A: Hey John! I havent seen you in ages!
Elementary Daily Life Toys (C0232)
Whats new? What have you been up to?
TV: Spongebob Squarepants will be right
B: Pete! Nice to see you.
back after these brief messages! Whats that
norm, you know, wife and kids and work,
on the horizon? A pirate ship! Raid villages
Ive actually gotten into doing some trading.
and find buried treasure with this new Pirates
A: Trading? You, big guy? What are you
Lego set. Build the ship and decide who rules
trading?
the sea! Har!
B: Currencies.
Well, on top the
A: Currencies? As in Euros, Dollars, Pounds

A: Cool!
and Rupees?
TV: The New PLAY-DOH Sparkling Brights
B: Its called Forex. Foreign Exchange. The

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great thing about it is that I dont have to
going to set you up with a bunch
invest a huge amount. I put in a margin
antibiotics. You will need to take these
deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100
orange pills twice a day and these blue pills
times that much!
every evening. You will also have to take this
A: I dont understand. Youre buying and
cough medicine three times a day after
selling money?
meals. Finally, I am giving you an inhaler to
B: You got it! Just last night I made USD
use every time you feel breathless. . . just to
150!
clear up your lungs!
A: Last night?
Chloe: Whoa! So many drugs. . . . I hate
B: Yeah! Its a 24 hour market! I had bought
swallowing pills. Am I able to go to work?
some RMB earlier at a low asking price but
Doctor Evans: Absolutely not! You are
last night it appreciated drastically so I made
highly contagious! You dont want to infect
a split second decision and sold all my RMB
the rest of your co-workers do you? I
at an amazing bid! Ive also done some
recommend staying in bed for at least three
trading with CHF and AUD and HKD. Ive
days and drinking plenty of fluids so you
made
also
dont get weak and dehydrated. You can
suffered some losses. It depends on a lot of
catch up on all the latest tv shows and
factors just like any other market. In total
movies!
Ive made about USD 500 in the past few
Chloe: Ok! Would you mind writing me a
months.
doctors note for work, otherwise they may
A: Youre kidding! Im on! Where do I sign
think I am faking it!
up?
Doctor Evans: Ha-ha, sure not a problem!
Elementary Daily Life Going to the Doc
Here you are.
tor (C0234)
Now off you go and away to bed. If you have
some
good
profits
but
Ive
of
any questions just give me a call! Feel better

Doctor Evans:Good afternoon Chloe, Im
soon and take care.
Doctor
Chloe: Thanks doc, bye!
Evans.
What
seems
to
be
the
problem?
Elementary The Office Interview Skills

Part 1 The Introduction (C0235)
Chloe: Hi, Dr Evans. Thanks for seeing me

on such short notice. When I woke up this
Mr. Parsons: Come in.
morning I had a really sore throat and a

really bad cough. I think I am coming down
Rebecca Carlyle: Mr Parsons ?
with the flu.
Mr. Parsons: Ah, you must be Rebecca.
Doctor Evans:Ah I see, yes you do sound
Please do come in.
rather croaky. Well lets have a look, shall
Rebecca Carlyle: Thank you for making
we? Could you please open your mouth and
some time to see me Mr Parsons. Its a
say ah.
pleasure to meet you finally.
Chloe: Ahhhhhhhh
Mr.
Doctor Evans: Good, yes, your tonsils are a
Rebecca.
little swollen and red. How are your ears,
Have a seat please . Now would you like any
blocked at all?
refreshments? Tea or coffee?
Chloe: A little actually. My sinuses are a little
Rebecca Carlyle: A coffee would be lovely
blocked up as well I really feel terrible.
thank you. Black, no sugar.
Doctor Evans: Ok Chloe, can you please
Mr. Parsons: No problem. Sally can we have
breathe in and out slowly for me while I
two coffees please One, no milk or sugar?
listen to your chest? You really are all bunged
Sally: Certainly Mr Parsons .
up, you dont sound too good at all. Ok Im
Mr. Parsons: So Rebecca, I understand you

77
Parsons:
The
pleasures
all
mine
had a first interview with Miss Childs last
Elementary Daily Life Morning Routine
week.
(C0237)
Rebecca Carlyle: Yes thats correct. She

filled me in onthe details ofthe job onthe
Jacob: Stephanie!
telephone.
school? But you were up and about when I
Mr.Parsons:Great.Well, Im glad to say she
left the dorm this morning! That was about
recommended you for a 2nd interview, and
an hour and a half ago. This happens all the
here we are. Perhaps we can start by
time! Why do you always take so long to get
discussing
ready the morning?
your
background
and
resume
details a little?
Did
you just
get to
Stephanie: Its a skill. What can I say? I
Rebecca Carlyle: Yes , of course.
dont know why, I just have a long routine.
Elementary Daily Life Trying To Sleep (
Jacob: Please explain because it makes no
C0236)
sense to me. How can a girls routine be so
Jill: Alex, whats up with you? You look
complicated? You get up, you shower, you
dreadful!
get dressed , you brush your teeth, youre

out the door. Half an hour, tops.
Alex: Hey Jill, I dont know. Ive been having
Stephanie: Jacob, you have the luxury of
trouble sleeping these past few weeks. I
having a haircut that rarely needs styling. I
usually lie in bed for hours trying to get to
dont. I have to set aside about an hour and
sleep . Ive tried stretching and different
a half to get ready in the mornings. Every
breathing techniques before going to bed .
day, I wake up and head straight for the
Ive tried eating and not eating different
shower. Every second day, I wash my hair. If
foods. Ive even tried counting sheep! And
its a hair-washing day, I frequently need to
then when I finally get to sleep , I have these
wash my hair twice because it gets really
really disturbing nightmares, so I usually
oily. Then I usually put in a conditioner and
wake up in a panic and more tired than
have to rinse that out too. Because my hair
before I went to sleep .
is so long, I seldom manage to take a shower
Jill:
Wow,
maybe
you
should
get
that
in under twenty minutes. Afterwards, I often
checked out. Maybe youre stressed?
put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I
C: Just take some sedatives! Works for me!
wait for it to brew. I take a long time to get
Every so often having some melatonin on
dressed in the morning. Every now and then
hand helps me when I have trouble sleeping.
I remember to choose my outfit the night
It works on all kinds of sleeping disorders.
before , but usually I do it in the morning. In
Its the stuff pilots use to regulate their
all, getting dressed takes about half an
sleeping patterns.
hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry
Jill: I heard of that. But does that apply to
so then I have to style my hair. From time to
Alexs situation?
time Ill put my hair up, but oftentimes I
C: Ya sure, why not? Sounds like he only has
blowdry it straight. And then, because of the
transient insomnia since its a recent thing so
texture of my hair, I regularly have to flat-
taking melatonin do the trick.
iron it to keep it from frizzing. Thats another
Jill: But shouldnt he be looking into WHY its
twenty minutes or so. After that, I have my
been happening?
daily makeup routine.
C: Well arent you the little psychologist? Our
Jacob: True, I hardly ever see you without
buddys having trouble sleeping, its easy and
your hair done and your makeup on, even
curable. Its not something freakish like if he
when you show up to class in sweatpants.
was a sleepwalker.
Tell me, how long does it take you to choose
Alex: Well, theres that too.
that outfit in the morning?

78
Stephanie: Not funny.
ten years of experience in the adventure
Elementary The Office Interview Skills
tourism and sports field . Let me show you
Part 2 Discussing Your Background (C0
some options. This is our most popular
238)
choice, our river guides will take you on a

whitewater rafting trip followed by a ride in a
Mr. Parsons: Now, Miss Childs passed on
hot air balloon !
your resume to me and Ive had the chance
B: I dont really think Im ready to throw
to look it over and I must say Im quite
myself down a river full of jagged rocks in a
impressed.
rubber boat or go up in the air in a wicker

basket held up by an oversize balloon. What
Rebecca: Thank you very much. Ive tried to
else do you have?
keep it short and clear. If theres any
A: Well, in that case, we can take you hang
questions please feel free to ask me.
gliding
Mr. Parsons: Well yes, I do have a number
with
one
of
our
experienced
instructors. Its the closest you can get to
of questions, but perhaps first you could give
flying.
me a brief overview Id like to get a little bit
B: What? You mean strap myself to a flimsy
of an idea of your background.
kite? No thank you! Next!
Rebecca: yes of course. Well as you can see
A: Mmm. ok. Well, why dont you tell me a
from the resume Im up and grew up in
little bit more about what you would like? We
Brooklyn, New York, although our family
have everything from mountain biking, to
moved to London when I was quite young, at
rock climbing to street luge.
around rook.
B: Im thinking something exciting but. safer.
Mr. Parsons: Ah I see, so you were actually
A: I have the perfect option, this package
educated in Europe?
will take you on a hiking trip through the
Rebecca: yes precisely. Although I was born
Himalayas for three days and afterwards
in the US, I would definitely call London
theres a dog sledding journey!
home. But as you see Ive actually spent a
B: Thats more like it !
lot of my life moving from country to
Daily Life Getting A Pet (C0240)
country. My Father was inthe oil business

before he retired so we also spent a number
A: We have been over this a hundred times !
of years in Saudi Arabia too.
We are not getting a pet!
Mr. Parsons: Very interesting. So it seems

you had quite an adventurous childhood.
B: Why not? Come on! Just a cute little
Rebecca: Absolutely! We were never still for
puppy. or a kitty!
too long. But now Im really looking to settle
A: Who is going to look after a dog or a cat?
down.
B: I will! Ill feed it, bathe it and walk it every
Mr. Parsons: I see. Okay, well lets move on
day! We can get a Labrador or a German
to discuss your education shall we?
Shepard !
Rebecca: Sure.
A: What if we want to take a vacation ? Who
Elementary The Weekend Adventure S
will we leave it with? Plus, our apartment is
ports (C0239)
too small for that breed of dog.

B: Ok. How about we get a cat or a ferret!
A: Welcome to Adventure Tours . How may I
A: Were planning on having children soon, I
help you?
dont think those animals are a good idea

with a baby in the house.
B: I want to book a tour with adventure
B: Fine! Lets get a bird then! We can keep it
sports .
in its cage and teach it to talk! A parrot
A: Excellent! Our company has more than
would be awesome!
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A: Ill tell you what, I can get you some
work on keeping the rhythm steady when
hamsters and well take it from there .
you play the last part with the sixteenth note
B: Yay!
. Now lets take a look at this tricky section.

Cody:
Charles?
Before
start
was
The Office Interview Skills 3 Educatio
wondering if it was ok if I put a small
n Background (C0241)
crescendo in here and then decrescendo

back to pianissimo again over here?
Mr. Parsons: Now, if I look here I see that
Charles: It might work. Ill have to hear it .
you completed a BA in English?
Show me what youve done. Not bad , not

bad .
Rebecca: Yes, thats right. After graduating
Cody: It was horrible! I played play it much
from high school in New York I attended York
better at home!
University in the UK. My major was English,
Just play the right hand for now. One two
and my minor was business studies . I
three four five six, ta ti tri-ple-ti. Good, good.
completed my BA in 2004.
Dont
Mr. Parsons: Yes, Im pleased to see that

Yes
thats
right.
Ive
it
looks
like
The
key
tempo for this piece is andante.

Cody: Is that better?
us to succeed academically.
Well,
accidentals!
clef. Youre going too fast. Remember the
a bookworm, but my father always pushed

Parsons:
the
but now its a G-natural. Now add the bass
always
enjoyed studying. My friends say Im a bit of
Mr.
forget
signature says that note should be a G-sharp
you also got a distinction.

Rebecca:
Charles: Its just nerves.
Charles: Yes, much better. Watch where you
his
lift your foot off the pedal. What was that?
encouragement paid off Rebecca. So how
Cody: Sorry! The stretch for that octave is
about extracurricular activities at University
always hard to make.
Rebecca: Well Ive always been keen on on
Charles:
writing, so I became the editor for the
Thats
ok,
keep
going,
youre
moving ahead by leaps and bounds . Watch
University student magazine, which I really
your dynamics! Keep your elbows lifted.
loved. Also I volunteered for a group called
Remember to stroke the keys, dont pound.
Shelter, to help the homeless in York.
Thats better! Remember that as a pianist or
Mr. Parsons: What did that involve?
any other musician, your technique will be
Rebecca: Providing warm meals and shelter,
what separates you from the pack just as
especially in the winter months . I found it
much or more so as your musicianship.
really fulfilling to be part of that group .
The Weekend Talking to a Travel Agent
Mr. Parsons: Im sure. Okay, now lets move
(C0243)
on to your work experience, shall we?
A: Welcome to Perfect Getaway Tours . How
Rebecca: Yes, okay.
can I help you?
Global View Learning The Piano (C0242
B: I would like to plan a surprise getaway for
me and my wife.
Charles: Hi Cody, how did practicing go this

week?
A: Very well, we have a couple of different

options such as beaches, the wilderness, the
Cody: Well I had several tests and an oral
countryside or even going to a spa for the
presentation this week so I didnt get a
weekend.
chance to memorize the second page, but I

think I mastered the tricky section.
B: I think something in the countryside

would be nice.
Charles: Great! Warm up with some scales
A: Perfect! This package includes round-trip
and arpeggios first. Good, good. This week,
flights to New Hampshire . A free airport

80
pick- up is included. Our VIP limousine will
section of the newspaper. I really enjoyed it
pick
there, and it really helped me build my skills.
you
up
and
provide
you
with
complimentary champagne and finger foods

to
soften
the
thirty-minute
ride
to
Mr. Parsons: Yes I see. But you decided to
the
countryside.
leave them in 2006 right
B: Sounds good! What is the hotel that we
Rebecca: Yes, thats right. My husband and
will be staying at like?
I moved to London, and so I managed to find
A: That is the best part. Your hotel is actually
a position with a National newspaper based
an old country villa that has been restored
in London
and refurbished to accommodate a maximum
Mr. Parsons: The London Weekly right
of that is guests. You will enjoy an intimate
Rebecca: Yes, in some ways it was a step
and private time in this very spacious and
down from my previous job but it did offer
warm N Included in the price is three meals a
me much better prospects for the future.
day, excluding beverages. You can choose to
The Weekend Getting A Subscription (C
eat at the fabulous restaurant that offers a
0245)
stunning view of the lush, green gardens. If
A: Good afternoon Maam, My name is Mike
you prefer, your own private butler can
and I am selling subscriptions to all sorts of
arrange your meal to be served in your room
periodicals.
or outside on our terrace.
B: No thank you, I am not interested.
B: Wow! This sounds like something my wife
A: Please maam , if you could spare five
would really enjoy! Are there any outdoor
minutes of your time, I am sure we could
activities we can take part in ?
find something that interests you!
A: Of course! The hotel has a stable with

beautiful
stallions
for
very
romantic
B: I wish I could, but Ihave to walk the dog
horseback ride along the country trail. You
and finish cooking so if you would excuse
can also go fishing to the nearby lake or visit
me.
the local vineyard.
A: We have a great variety of magazines all
B: Im sold ! I want to book this trip. I dont
about cooking! This one for example, is a bi
care what it costs! Money is no object !
monthly publication with recipes from all
The Office Interview Skills 4 Talking A
over the world!
bout Work Experience (C0244)
B: Wow, that would be kind of useful, do you
Mr. Parsons: Right Rebecca. Now I see that
have any other cooking magazines?
after graduating from University your first
A:
job was.......
experience
in
quarterly
publications.
A: You mentioned you have a dog, most pet
good first step.
owners sign up for this weekly newsletter

Certainly. And
after
that has information on dog care, pet shops
your
and even pet sitters!
internship
Rebecca:
is
B: Wow, this is nice! Ok, sign me up for both
the
journalistic world, and this seemed like a
Mr. Parsons:
one
decorating ideas!
an intern in the beginning. I was really keen

some
This
color pages of recipes and also many home
York Herald. Actually, I started with them as

getting
do!
publication, but each issue has over 200
Rebecca: For a local paper in York called the
on
Sure
B: That is exactly what I needed! What else

They
seemed
impressed,
do you have?
and
offered me a position as a junior local news
A: Well, I also have....
reporter. I ended up staying two years there
Daily Life At The Train Station (C0246)
actually. I was in charge of the sports news
A: Hi, I would like to purchase a one way

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ticket to Brussels please.
Mr. Parsons: Wow, a real step up!
B: Certainly sir, this is our train schedule. We
Rebecca:
have
every
restaurant and food reviews mostly. I spent
morning and an overnight train that departs
restaurant years in that position, but to be
at nine pm.
honest it wasnt an area of journalism I
an
express
train
departing
Yes
was
responsible
for
wanted to stay in long-term.

A: How long does it take to get there?
Mr. Parsons: I see, so why did you decide

to leave finally?
B: About twelve hours. We currently have
Rebecca: I just felt that the paper couldnt
tickets available only for first class on the
offer me any new opportunities. I really
express train. If youd like, you can choose a
needed a more challenging role to be honest.
sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit
Daily Life Dinnerware (C0248)
less expensive.
A: Honey can you set the table?
A: Yeah, I think that is the best option. Do
B: Um, sure. What are we having for dinner?
you serve food on the train? Twelve hours is
Do I need to put out anything in particular?
such a long time!

B: Yes of course. There is a dining car
A: Well, make sure to put out the pepper and
towards the front of the train where they
salt shakers. I dont know if your brother is
serve meals at all times. We do provide
coming tonight so set an extra place mat just
complimentary water and coffee for all of our
in case.
passengers.
A: Great! Ill take it.
B: Ok, should I use the fancy silverware?
B: Here you are sir. Your train leaves from
A: Yeah go ahead, forks, spoons and knives.
platform number nine at nine on the dot.
I roasted some meat so be sure to put out
Remember to be here at least thirty minutes
some steak knives as well.
before your scheduled departure time or else
B: Ill also set some cups and saucers for
you might miss your train!
some coffee after dinner.
A: I understand. Thank you very much !
A: Honey? Have you seen our soup bowls?
B: Have a great trip.
B: They are in the cupboard where you keep
The Office Interview Skills 5 Discussi
the gravy boat and serving dishes. Just be
ng Reasons
careful because the wine glasses are also
For Leaving Previous Position (C0247)
there.
Mr. Parsons: Okay, now Id like to find out
A: Oops!
more about your last job. I see you spent
The Weekend Making A Sandwich (C02
almost four years at the London Weekly , is
49)
that right?
A: Welcome to our show! Today, I am going

to show you how to make the perfect
Rebecca: Yes, thats right. To be honest, the
mouthwatering sandwich! Are you ready?
first year was quite tough for me. I was
Lets get started !
really just treated more like an intern. I
A: Lets start with the basics :bread. Bread is
didnt have many responsibilities and I found
an important ingredient here. You need to
it quite frustrating.
remember one
according
Mr. Parsons: So, what changed?
thing
to
-choose
the
the
bread
following
criteria :freshness, crumb and color. If you

want a closed sandwich I recommend you
Rebecca: Well slowly but surely I proved
first toast your bread in a toaster or oven, or
myself, and the new editor liked me so he
grill it slightly until it gets a light brown color.
promoted me to features writer .
A: Now that our bread is ready, lets talk

82
about the ingredients ! Of course, each
passion.
I'm
really
passionate
about
persons palate is different, but Im going to
journalism and passionate about my career.
give you a few tips that youll be able to use

when turning any sandwich into the perfect
Rebecca: Well I believe Im a good team-
sandwich. I would strongly recommend you
player,
put fresh vegetables in your sandwich.
independently. Im very enthusiastic and ,
A: Do not undervalue them as they play a
well I hope my colleagues would agree, Im
big role in forming the taste and will make
fun to work with.
the sandwich more refreshing and light. The
Mr. Parsons: What would you say is your
best choices here are evident- cucumbers,
most positive quality?
tomatoes, onions, sweet pepper pepper or
Rebecca:
chilli, lettuce and, of course, herbs- you cant
question. But I would have to say my
go wrong with them. As for aubergines,
passion.
mushrooms
would
journalism and passionate about my career.
recommend you first grill them slightly with a
The Weekend Buying Makeup (C0251)
little touch of olive oil.
A: Im hungry, lets go grab a bite to eat.
A: Last but not least, we have a wide variety
B: Yeah me too. Oh! Can we stop at the shop
of condiments that we can add to our perfect
really fast? I lost my makeup bag at the
sandwich. We can be subtle and just add a
airport and I want to pick up a few things.
and
asparagus,
touch of salt and pepper, or we can combine
can
Hmmmmm,
Im
really
also
thats
work
passionate
well
tough
about
A: Will you take long?
mustard sauce, mayonnaise, ketchup or even

caviar to achieve a stronger flavor! Its
B: No! Five minutes I promise!
always a good idea to cut your sandwich in
A: Come on! We have been here for almost
triangles or manageable pieces to avoid all
an hour! I thought you said you were only
your ingredients falling out and staining your
going to get a few things! How long does it
shirt!
take you to pick out a lipstick and some nail
A: Thats all the time we have for today, but
polish!
join us next time where well be going over
B: Are you crazy! You have no idea what you
how to make the perfect lasagna! Till next
are talking about! Just for my eyes I have to
time!
get eyeliner, an eyelash curler, eye shadow,
The Office Interview Skills 6 Describin
an eyebrow pencil and mascara. Then I need
g Ones
to get foundation, liquid foundation.
Strengths (C0250)
A: Whoa whoa whoa! Are you nuts? How
Mr. Parsons: Okay Rebecca. Now youyouve
much is all this going to cost? Im looking at
given me a good idea of your work and
the price at each one of these little things
academic background, but what about you as
and
a person? How would you describe your key
its outrageous! This
is basically
crayon!
strengths?
B: What about you? You spend as much or

more money on your razors, after shave,
Rebecca: Well Mr. Parsons, as I mentioned

before
but
Im
someone
who
needs
cologne and gel! Not to mention how much
new
you spend on clothes and...
challenges. Im really focused and hard hard-
A: Fine! Get the stupid thirty dollar crayon!
working. I think my academic results prove
Global View Contraceptives (C0252)
this.
A: Alright, settle down everyone. As part of
Mr. Parsons: Yes, true, but how about other
this schools curriculum well be covering sex
personal
ed this week.
qualities?
Hmmmmm,
that's
A: Now I want everyone to take this class
tough question. But I would have to say my

83
seriously, sexual education is very important
Rebecca: Well as I mentioned before, I do
and I want you to ask as many questions as
tend to get frustrated if I dont see progress
you can think of. Remember, there are no
in my work or career. I suppose Im quite a
stupid questions here.
restless character. My father always taught

me to be a high achiever so.
B: Miss Carlton? What exactly is sexual
Mr. Parsons: So would you say if things
education? Are you going to teach us like
dont go your way at work it could easily get
Kama sutra stuff like that?
you down?
Rebecca: Well, in a way yes. But I must say
A: No Jason, thats not exactly what sex ed
that even if Im not completely happy in my
is. Basically, we will talk about sexually
work I always give 110% I would never shirk
transmitted diseases, contraceptives and how
my responsibilities. I suppose sometimes
the male and female bodies work.
Iexpect too much too soon.
B: My older sister is in college and she takes
Mr. Parsons: Well, you know journalism is a
what she and her friends call the pill. I never
highly competitive world, so you do need to
really understood what that is, but I know it
keep pushing yourself its true. Okay well lets
has to do with sex or something.
move on to talk about the job position here
A: Good point Jason! This will be the topic of

our
first
class,
contraceptives.
As
shall we?
you
Rebecca: Yes please.
mentioned, the pill is one of the many that
The Weekend Making Breakfast (C0254
exist. The birth control pill is taken daily by a

woman
in
order
to
prevent
unwanted
A: Smells good! Whats for breakfast?
pregnancy, but it does not protect her from
B: Well, since we are getting up so late, I
contracting STDs from an infected person.
decided to make a big breakfast!
Another popular method is using condoms.

This is probably the best method if you have
A: Nice! Brunch!
sex, since it not only prevents a woman from

getting pregnant but also protects both from
B: Kind of, so I made scrambled and soft
STDs. Yes Jason?
boiled
B: What are condoms made out of? How
buttermilk pancakes!
exactly is it that a woman gets pregnant?
A: Wow! You really went all out! Did you
A: Condoms are usually made out of an
make any coffee?
elastic material called Latex. As for your
B: Yeah, just the way you like it! I also put
other question, thats a whole new class.
out some cereal and muesli if you feel like
The Office Interview Skills 7 Describin
having something more light.
g Ones
A: Looks good! Ill squeeze us some fresh
Weaknesses (C0253)
orange juice.
Mr. Parsons: Okay Rebecca, well I think
B: Get the jam and butter while you are in
youve given me a clear impression of your
there! Oh! And dont forget the syrup!
positive qualities, but lets talk a little bit
Global View The Miracle Of Life (C0255
about your weaknesses.
eggs,
some
french
toast
and
A: Continuing with our class, today we are

Rebecca:
Okay,
well
its
always
more
going to study briefly the miracle of life.
difficult to describe them isnt it?
Many of you may think you already know

how babies come to be, but I am sure that
Mr. Parsons: Definitely, but if you had to
some of the things that we will be talking
pinpoint one weakness what would it be?
about today may surprise you. Billy can you

turn on the projector please? Thanks. Ok,
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does anyone know what this is?
A: Well, the egg will be fertilized within about
B: Looks like a goat head to me!
24 hours of its release. The genetic material

from the sperm combines with the genetic
A: Nice try, but this is a womans womb
material in the egg to create a new cell that
which contains her uterus and ovaries. The
will rapidly start dividing. The woman is not
ovaries are packed with eggs and each
actually pregnant until that bundle of new
month during the middle of the menstrual
cells, known as the embryo, travels the rest
cycle, the ripest one will be sucked up by one
of the way down the fallopian tube and
of the fallopian tubes. This is called ovulation
attaches itself to the wall of her uterus. Any
and the exact time of ovulation depends on
other questions? Then lets move on.
the length of your cycle. In an average 28
The Office Interview Skills 8 Discussi
day cycle, ovulation will most likely happen
ng Salary and Benefits (C0256)
between the 12th and 15th days, counting
Mr. Parsons: Okay, well Im sure you have a
day 1 as the first day of your last period.
number of questions to ask me regarding the

position.
B: Thats amazing! So each month, the

woman produces these eggs and then waits
Rebecca: Yes, well Miss Childs did give me
for them to be fertilized?
an overview of the position over the phone,
A: Actually, every woman is already born
but there were some details Id like to clarify.
with over four hundred thousand eggs! Some

will start dying off immediately and others
Mr. Parsons: Well feel free to ask me
released during her fertile period.
anything, and Ill try to fill in the details.
B: What about the guys? I know they

produce sperm and stuff.
Rebecca:
A: Thats right! The mans body has a tiny
remuneration package?
factory that produces sperm twenty four
Mr. Parsons: Yes of course. Thats quite an
hours a day! Each ejaculation will release
important point isnt it? As a junior sub editor
about a hundred million sperm so the factory
we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK
is always pretty busy. The sole purpose of a
dollars per annum. This doesnt include a
sperms life is to fertilize the womans egg.
generous housing allowance also.
B: So, then we basically need to put one-
Rebecca: I understand. And are there other
and-one together so we can have babies
bonuses included?
right?
Mr. Parsons: Well apart from full health
A: Yes, the man will have an orgasm during
insurance we do offer a company staff bonus
intercourse and ejaculate sperm and semen.
scheme linked to readership numbers. But
Now this is where the race begins and all
we could go through all the details of that at
those millions of sperm will race and swim
a later date.
from the cervix, through the uterus to the
Rebecca: Well Mr. Parsons, I am flexible
fallopian tubes. This could take anywhere
when it comes to salary. The opportunity to
from forty five minutes to twelve hours! Not
work in Hong Kong for you is the most
all of them make it, since some go the wrong
important thing for me.
way and get lost or simply die. Many will
Mr. Parsons: Excellent. Well, what other
actually reach the egg but only one will
questions do you have Rebecca?
penetrate
Global View The World Cup (C0257)
it
and
fertilize
it.
Once
this
Could
first
ask
about
the
happens, the egg instantly changes and
creates a protective shield once the sperm is
B: What am I doing? What am I doing? Dont
safely inside.
you know what day it is?
B: And then? Thats it?

85
A: Ummm. no.
Jennifer she had to drop me off before ten,

but she wouldnt leave the party!
B: Its only the day when the worlds biggest
A: I dont care! You are grounded for life
sporting event is kicking off.
mister!
A: What?
B: Mom! That is so unfair!
B: The World Cup! The first match is today!
A: You know the rules and you broke them.
Its Mexico vs. South Africa! Its going to be a
No allowance and no TV for a week. I usually
really good match! Both teams have a very
never ground you but this time I have to put
strong offense and have skilled players. I
my foot down!
think
B: What! For being a couple of hours late?
that
South
Africa
will
probably
dominate the first half since they are the
You have to be kidding!
host country, and all.
A: I dont want to hear it! Now go to your
A: I have no idea what youre talking about.
room!
The only sporting event we watch at home is
About The Position (C0259)
the Super Bowl.
Rebecca: Could you tell me a little about the
B: This is bigger than the Super Bowl, man!
organization?
Teams from 32 countries compete against
For example, how big is your
each other every four years and fight to win

that trophy. They first start in a group stage
workforce here?
with bigger groups, each group having 4

teams. The top 2 teams pass on to an
Mr. Parsons: Well in total we have around
elimination stage before going on to the
150 employees based in Hong Kong with
quarterfinals and semifinals.
another 400 in our head office in Beijing. The
A: Sounds interesting, but soccer doesnt
news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises
really appeal to me.
around 80 staff.
B: Are you kidding? Over seven hundred
Rebecca: I see. And how about the working
million people watched the final match of the
hours?
World Cup! Its a very exciting and nerve
Mr. Parsons: Well, as you know Rebecca, in
wracking sport! Each nation is cheering on
journalism work hours are not exactly 9-5.
their team, hoping they will become the next
You could be on call at any time. We do have
champion. So far Brazil is the team with the
to work very unsociable hours at times.
most titles under their belt; theyre really
Rebecca:
good!
Parsons, so thats not really a shock for me.
A: All I know about soccer is that you cant
Mr.
use your hands and that players are always
understand that.
falling down, trying to get a free kick or
Rebecca: And when do you need to fill the
penalty kick. It seems like a sissy sport to
vacancy, Mr. Parsons?
me!
Mr. Parsons: Yesterday! But no, we are
B: Whatever dude, Im going to go watch the
hoping to start from the beginning of next
opening match.
month.
Daily Life Youre Grounded! (C0258)
Rebecca: That sounds ideal.
A: Do you know what time it is?
The Weekend Guns (C0260)
B: Um. Ten?
A: Hey Nick, what are you up to?
Well
I am used to that
Parsons:
Good,
as
long
as
Mr.
you
B: Not much, just heading over to the

A: Get in this door young man. Its midnight,
shooting range. You wanna come?
you are two hours past curfew.

A: Seriously?
B: I know, but it wasnt my fault! I told
You mean to
weapon? I dont know man.

86
fire a real
B: Yeah it will be fun! I have a 9mm pistol
ing The Interview (C0262)
that is really easy to shoot. I also have a
Mr.
revolver thats really fun too! They have big
anything else you need to know for now?
targets at the range that we could use to
Rebecca: I dont think so Mr. Parsons. I
practice and improve your aim.
think you have covered all the main points
A: Yeah that would be cool! Maybe I can also
for me.
Parsons:
Well
Rebecca,
is
there
have a try at other weapons like a machine

gun or a shotgun! Maybe even a rocket
Mr Parsons: Okay well listen, here is my
launcher or an anti tank missile! Or what
business card with my mobile number. If any
about a flame thrower!
other questions spring to mind dont hesitate
B: Whoa, take it easy there Rambo. Dont
to contact me. Of course you can also call
get carried away. These weapons are not
Miss Childs too.
toys, and you must first learn how to handle
Rebecca: Great. Ermm, when can I expect
them properly. There are basic rules that you
to hear from you?
must abide by in order to be safe. For
Mr. Parsons: Well, we are finishing the
example, never handle a weapon that you
shortlist interviews tomorrow, so we will
havent inspected yourself. Always make sure
certainly have a decision made by early next
there isnt anything in the chamber, and
week. Miss Childs will call you to discuss
never put your finger on the trigger unless
more on Monday or Tuesday. How does that
you are ready to shoot!
sound?
A: Wow, I didnt know! It always looks so
Rebecca: That sounds perfect. Thank you
cool and easy in the movies!
very much for taking the time to speak to me
B: The reality is different you know, running
Mr. Parsons.
and firing a weapon is a lot harder than in
Mr.
the movies! So are you ready?
Parsons:
The
pleasures
all
mine
Rebecca.
A: Lets do it!
Rebecca: I hope to hear from you very
Daily Life Describing Someones Face (
soon.
C0261)
Mr. Parsons: Absolutely. Thanks for coming
A: Lets play a game!
Rebecca. Goodbye.
B: Ok! How about Scrabble?
Global View Nationalities (C0263)
A: No no, a friend of mine taught me this
A: Hey! How was your first day of class? Im
really fun game. Im going to describe
in level two and Im loving my class this
someones face, and you guess who it is!
semester! Its great being in a class of

international students!
B: Ok!
B: Mine was ok, except that no one in my
A: Lets see. He has a roman nose, bushy
class speaks English. I guess it will force me
eyebrows and dimples!
to converse in Chinese more in class so at
B: Our cousin Pete! My turn! She has a
least I should improve a lot this semester.
pointy nose, sunken eyes and a mole on her

chin!
A: Thats both fortunate and unfortunate. Its
A: Aunt Rose! That mole is so huge! Ok, my
the United Nations in my class! We have
turn. He has a crooked nose and full lips. He
people from all over the world! There are
has quite a few freckles and an oval face.
three Germans, a Pole, a Scottish, two
Oh, he is also bald!
French, an American, a Brazilian, a Chilean, a
B: Your future husband!
New Zealander, though he prefers to call
A: Not funny.
himself a Kiwi. Who else do we have? Oh, we
The Office Interview Skills 10 Conclud
also
87
have
Moroccan,
Togolese,
Pakistani, and two Indonesians!
B: We just bought this house and it is

infected with just about everything. We have
B: Thats quite the array of nationalities.
termites in the wood, cockroaches all over
Everyone in my class is from Asia, except
the place, and last night I saw a huge rat out
me. There are a few South Koreans, several
in the backyard!
Japanese,
A: Well, theres nothing we cant handle. Ill
Malaysian,
Thai,
Singaporean,
Filipino, Kazakhstani, and one Russian.
spray the floorboards and walls to get rid of
A: Well, I think youre pretty lucky actually.
the cockroaches, but the termites will be
Youll have the opportunity to learn so much
harder to get rid of. We will have to cover the
about Asian culture.
entire house and fumigate it. Unfortunately
B: I guess so, but I think its going to be
that means you will have to find a place to
hard to relate to my classmates, especially
stay for the next three days.
with the language barrier. I think I might
B: No problem, just get rid of the bugs!
change classes.
Daily Life Weather Report (C0266)
A: Dont! Stay the course! Your spoken
A: Those are todays top stories. Now lets go
Chinese will be eternally grateful. I bet you it
to John for the weather. John, what does the
will even surpass mine with all that practice.
forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
B: I highly
B: Im afraid were in for a rough weekend,
doubt
it.
Your
girlfriend is
Chinese.
Mark. There is a storm system moving
A: Well, there is that, yes.
through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all
Daily Life Toothache (C0264)
day today, and theres a 60 percent chance
A: What seems to be the problem?
of thunderstorms this evening. It will be
B: I have a really bad toothache! My cheek is
warm
swollen and I cant eat anything.
Midwest, expect strong winds and a low of
and
humid
all
weekend.
In
the
around 40 degrees.
A: Lets have a look. Hmmm. This doesnt

look too good. I think we may have to pull
A: Thats pretty chilly for the summer! Will it
out your wisdom tooth. Its pressing against
rain on Saturday?
your molars and thats one of the reasons

you are experiencing so much pain.
B: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early

Saturday morning but there is a high chance
B: When you pull my tooth will you also have
of showers and thunderstorms later in the
to extract the nerve and the root?
day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning
A: First we will take some x-rays and see
for some parts of the Southeast. Folks in
what were dealing with. I also noticed a
those
small cavity up front here, so you are going
flooding, especially in areas that have been
to need a filling.
experiencing record high rainfalls.
B: I guess thats what I get for not flossing
A:
or brushing my teeth three times a day.
Saturday.
A: It could be that, or maybe you are eating
B: It gets better on Sunday, though. The
too many sweets. In any case, Ill administer
storm systems move east and the skies will
an anesthetic and you wont feel a thing!
clear up at night. It will still be rather cool,
The Weekend Pest Control (C0265)
with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast
A: Hi, did you call for an exterminator?
will be experiencing some unusually chilly
B: Yes! Thank goodness youre here. These
weather, but at least the sun will come out. I
bugs are driving us crazy!
advise
areas
That
might
certainly
weekend
see
sounds
some
like
travelers to
hail
be
and
dreary
careful,
especially while driving. Back to you, Mark.
A: What sort of pest are we dealing with?
A: Thanks John, and there you have it! Looks

88
like its a weekend to stay at home!
new
MePhone.
The
demand
for
phone
Daily Life Making A Bank Transfer (C02
cameras is growing, and Pear has been
67)
falling behind in the market.
A: Good Morning welcome to Bank of the
A: Thats great! Im glad to hear that Pear
USA. How may I help you today?
has finally jumped on the bandwagon. Right
B: Hi I need to transfer some money to
now our contract is for the five megapixel
another account. Its urgent.
cameras. Is Pear still interested in having

those?
A: Okay, have you made a wire transfer at
B: No, were changing all the cameras to
our bank before ?
eight megapixels. We were hoping that by

making your company our sole supplier for
B: No. Ive never made a transfer before.
cameras we could negotiate a better deal.
A: Its alright, I will take you through the
A: Surely. Lets get started by drafting a new
procedure. Are you transferring funds to a
contract.
company or an individual account?
The Office Marketing Plan (C0269)
B: A company account. I need to pay a bill.
A: Okay everyone, lets begin. I called you
A: Okay, Ill need the name of the company
here
and their bank routing number as well as
today
to
evaluate
our
marketing
strategy during this recession. I wanted to
their banks address and phone number.
re-emphasize
B: I have all the information in this folder.
our
corporate
mission
of
Aiming to give our customers the best coffee
A: Well Youve come prepared .You have all
and
the necessary materials so we can go ahead
service
in
clean
and
welcoming
atmosphere.
and make the transfer right now. Its a
B: Several other shops have reduced the
simple transaction, and we can process it
prices for their coffees and are drawing in
today.
more customers. Why arent we doing the
B: Oh, thats such a relief. I didnt want the
same thing?
payment to be overdue. Thank you so much .

A: Its my pleasure.
A: I know that recent sales have been slow,
The Office Purchasing Manager (C0268
but we are not going to reduce our prices to
the level of our competitors. We offer a
A: Good morning, Angela, how have you
superior product and our focus is on long-
been lately?
term growth rather than shortterm sales. If
B: Morning, Michael. Ive been very busy
we lower our prices, we run the risk of
lately. One of our other vendors is going out
devaluing our product.
of business and Ive been searching for a

suitable replacement.
B: Customers dont care about the coffee

anymore. They only care about the price.
A: Well, rest assured that you can count on
A: I disagree. Highly discerning customers
us to be here for the long run sit down.
know that our coffee is far better than the
Coffee?
coffee you buy at the other places. Our

coffee bean are artisan roasted and we use
B: No, thanks. Ive been trying to cut down
state-of-the-art
on the caffeine .
equipment
to
brew
our
coffees. When you compare the coffees side-
A: Haha, I could never do that. Id be a
by-side our coffee wins the taste test every
zombie if I didnt have my morning coffee fix.
time. We have never sought to appeal to the
Lets get down to business then.
mass market with cheap coffee drinks, and
B: Yes. Ive come to talk with you about
we will not do so now.
ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our
C: Thats true. Weve certainly achieved top

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of mind awareness when it comes to the best
A: Okay great. Well I think all of you know
best tasting brews and its important to
why we are here this afternoon. As most of
distinguish ourselves from our competitors. I
you are aware 2010 marks an important
think the main question is how we can show
moment for Alpha computers.
our appreciation to our customers.

A: Thats the main question I would like to
A: We have bounced back from the recession
discuss today.
and now we are set to launch our new line of
B: Money is tight for everyone these days so
laptop and desktop computers.
even our most loyal customers may be
A: Im really pleased to welcome Michael
reconsidering the money they pay for their
Ford, the Global Marketing Manager for Alpha
morning coffee. Since the superiority of our
computers, who has flown in from California
coffee beans is one of our core competencies
to give all of you an overview of the
why dont we sell the beans for people to
marketing campaign and to answer any
brew coffee at home.
questions you may have. So please give a
C: That could definitely be a way we could
warm welcome to Mr. Ford.
expand our company, but would we be
B:
undermining the essence of the company
Thank
you
Jonathan.
It
really
is
pleasure to be here today. It has been three
that way?
years since I visited Beijing ,and its clear to
A: Lets brainstorm some more ideas, and do
me that operations here are obviously going
some research. The customer always comes
from strength to strength.
first, and what the customer wants, the
B: The Alpha brand continues to grow in
customer gets. Maybe its time we started
leaps and bounds in China, and that is
selling coffee beans.
certainly down to the hard work of all of you
Daily Life Buying A Suit (C0270)
here. So congratulations to all of you.
A: Hello sir, what can I do for you today?
B: Id like to start by outlining the key points
B: Hi, I need a new suit. I have an important
of my presentation this afternoon and giving
interview next week, so I really need to look
you an idea of the topics that will be
sharp.
discussed. The presentation today is divided
A: No problem! We have a broad selection of
into five main parts.
suits, all tailored made so that it will fit
B: First of all, Id like to briefly touch on the
perfectly.
background of the new x420 line; how the

whole concept has come about and how the
B:
Great!
want
three
piece
suit,
new product fits into our existing brand line.
preferably made from Italian cashmere or
B:
Secondly
wool.
projected sales for the x420. We will then go
A: Very well sir. Would you like to have some
on to discuss our key rivals in this sector.
shirts made also?
Then I would like to go on to outline the
B: Sure. Ill also take some silver cuff link
campaign concept for the x420.
and a pair of silk ties.
B:
A: Very good. Now, if you will accompany
discussion for any questions or points you
me, we can take your measurements and
might have for me.
choose the patterns for your suit and shirts.
Daily Life Getting A Nanny (C0272)
The Office Presentation Series 1 The
Grace: Hey Mel! Are you up for some tennis
Overview and the Agenda (C0271)
today?
A: Hi everyone, Can everyone hear me?Can
Mel: Sorry, I cant! I have to go to work, pick
you guys at the back hear everything?
up Jake and Maddie from school, and make
Finally
Idlike
Im
to
happy
present
to
open
data
up
on
the
them an afternoon snack, then take Jake to

90
soccer practice and Maddie to dance class.
says that you will be feeling stress at work,

but
you
could
see
new,
exciting
Grace: You sound exhausted. Maybe you
developments in your love life . Looks like
should hire a nanny to help you out! She can
well both have interesting summers!
pick the kids up and take them to their after-
Angela: Thats bogus. I dont feel any stress
school activities. She can also help you do
at work, and my love life is practically
some
nonexistent. This zodiac stuff is all a bunch
household
chores,
and
run
some
errands.
of nonsense.
Lydia: No its not, your astrology sign can
Mel: Oh, I dont know... its hard to find the

right
nanny
.You
have
to
consider
tell you a lot about your personality. See? It
her
says that an Aries is energetic and loves to
previous work experience, the responsibilities
socialize. Angela: Well, you certainly match
you give her, and how she interacts with the
those criteria, but theyre so broad they
kids. I would love to have someone to help
could apply to anyone. What does it say
me out, though.
about me?
Grace: I think you should definitely consider
Lydia: A Capricorn is serious-minded and
it! This way you wont have to juggle such a
practical.
busy schedule, and youll still get to spend
She
likes
to
do
things
in
conventional ways. * laughs * That sounds
time with the kids in the evenings. I can
just like you!
refer you this great nanny Amy. She used to
The Office Presentation Series 2 Talki
work for my neighbors, before they moved
ng about numbers, charts and graphs (
away. Shes very responsible, a good cook,
C0274)
and great with kids.
Mr Ford: As all of you are well aware,
Mel: Oh, thats great. Thanks Grace. Can you
competition in the laptop computer sector is
give me her number? Ill talk it over with Dan
intense.
and give her a call tomorrow. Maybe this way

I wont be so tired every day, and Dan and I
Mr Ford: We continue to fight with our
might even get to go on a date once in a
competitors for market share, and this is the
while .
case both in the developed markets in the
The Weekend The Zodiac and Horoscop
West, as well as more developing markets in
es (C0273)
Asia and Africa.
Angela: Hey Lydia, what are you reading?

Lydia: Im looking at my horoscope for this
Mr Ford: You may ask yourself, why is this
month! My outlook is very positive. It says
market so cut-throat? Well the answer is
that I should take a vacation to someplace
simple. There is a huge untapped potential
exotic, and that I will have a passionate
market out there, with a huge untapped
summer fling!
potential for profit.
Angela: What are you talking about? Let me
Mr Ford: If I bring up the first graph here, it
see that. . . What are horoscopes?
shows the increase in terms of number of

computer owners across the globe.
Lydia: Its a prediction of your month, based
Mr Ford: As you can see in the 1980s
on your zodiac sign . You have a different
computer ownership amounted to around
sign for the month and date you were born
0.5% of the total world population. Since the
in. I was born on April 15th, so Im an Aries.
1990s,
When were you born?
dramatically.
Angela: January 5th.
Mr Ford: In the new millennium we saw an
Lydia: Lets see. . . youre a Capricorn. It
even larger explosion in computer owners ,

91
computer
ownership
has
risen
with figures rising to around 4- 5%, an
A: Telco Mobile, how can I help you?
increase of 1000 % percent compared with
B: Yes, Id like to activate my voice mail
the 1980s .
service please.
Mr Ford: If we move on to discuss the

figures for China specifically we can see in
A: Certainly sir, we currently have a special
Chart B that the overall figure for computer
promotion
ownership stands at around 60 million, which
services, call waiting and also three way
represents a huge increase in a very short
calling.
time period.
where
we
include
voice
mail
B: Sure that sounds great! Are there any
Mr Ford: Now of course 60 million is just a
other fees?
drop in the ocean if you compare the total
A: Not at all. No hidden fees or surcharges, it
population of China, and this is a key reason
is a flat monthly rate.
why the personal computer market is such a
B: Perfect. I also wanted to know if there is
hot market.
any call forwarding service? I am usually out
Mr Ford: For us at Alpha, and of course for
of town and would like my calls to be
all our competitors as well, we have millions
forwarded to a local number.
of potential customers who are looking to
A: Yes of course. We can activate all these
join the internet generation.
services in about an hour.
Mr Ford: If we do this right we really can
The Office Presentation Series 3 Maki
reap huge rewards in a very short time
ng Comparisons (C0277)
frame. Id now like to move on to discuss the
Mr. Ford: Now a key question you might ask
x420 brand itself, and compare and contrast
yourself is what differentiates the new x420
with some of our key competitors.
line with our previous models, and also of
Daily Life Kitchen Appliances (C0275)
course with some of our competitors.
A: I have been looking at this online catalog
Mr. Ford: In other words what makes the
for over an hour and I still havent finished
x420 stand out from all the others? This is a
getting all the kitchen appliances that we
key question, and is something Id like to
need!
explore in a little depth. Firstly, the x420 has
B: What are you getting?
a range of USPs that really make it a cut

above the rest.
A: Well, the first thing on my list is a new

blender. I decided to also get a juicer and a
Mr. Ford: The first thing to mention is that
new coffee maker.
the x420 is the first in a new generation of
B: Dont forget to also get a new mixer. I
ultralight laptop computers. It is only 2lbs,
lent the old one to my brother and he broke
which compares very favorably with all our
it.
key
A: Yeah I know. I also decided to throw away
performance, for such a light machine its
the old toaster and get a new one. I am also
very powerful. 4Gb of RAM, with an ultra-fast
getting a rice cooker and steamer to make
processor.
some nice steamed fish or veggies.

B:
Im
actually
thinking
of
oven,
dishwasher
and
In
terms
of
computer
Mr. Ford: The most advanced video and
completely
sound cards on the market are installed with
refurnishing the kitchen and getting a new

stove,
competitors.
a crystal-clear 15-inch LCD display. The x420
trash
really stands out as next generation laptop.
compacter.
Compared with our previous x540 range it
A: Thats a good idea ! The kitchen will look
really is in a league of its own .
amazing!
Mr. Ford: Now, if we go on to look at
Daily Life Telephone Services (C0276)

92
projected sales for the x420 we can see that
get back.
sales revenue for 2010 is expected to hit at
A: Great! Lets do it!
least 20 million dollars. Now this is really a
Global View Drugs (C0279)
conservative estimate.
A: Hey man, you wanna buy some weed?
Mr. Ford: If our marketing campaign is
B: Some what?
successful Im confident that we could see a

doubling of this figure at the very least. Now
A: Weed! You know? Pot, Ganja, Mary Jane
please bear in mind that this is only for the
some chronic!
first year of production.
B: Oh, umm, no thanks.
Mr. Ford: Im certain that in the coming
A: I also have blow if you prefer to do a few
three years the x420 will actually overtake all
lines.
our existing products, both in terms of sales
B: No, I am ok, really.
and revenue. Okay, now lets move on to
A: Come on man! I even got dope and acid!
discuss our marketing concept and look more
Try some!
closely at our key competitors.
B: Do you really have all of these drugs?
Global View At The Car Dealership (C02
Where do you get them from?
78)
A: I got my connections! Just tell me what
A: Hi there! I am looking for a new car. I
you want and Ill even give you one ounce
have this old Ford Pinto that I would like to
for free.
trade in.
B: Sounds good! Lets see, I want.
B: I see. You are in luck this month because
A: Yeah?
all of our models are on sale! it is a perfect
B: I want you to put your hands behind your
time to buy a new car since its the end of
head! You are under arrest!
the year,
The Office Presentation Series 4 Discu

ssing the
A: Perfect! I like this one.
Competition (C0280)
B: That is the Ford Focus. A very light but
Mr. Ford: Now, of course, with all this
powerful vehicle. It comes with dual side
cutting-edge technology there must be a
airbags, power steering and power windows,
catch, you might ask yourself. I bet the retail
tinted windows and your choice of either
price will be too much for most consumers,
automatic or manual transmission.
you might say. Well, youd be wrong!
A: Sounds like a good car! How many miles

to the gallon?
Mr. Ford: Yes, of course the x420 is aimed
B: It is a very fuel efficient vehicle giving you
at the luxury market, but if you compare the
about 34 miles in the city and 40 on the
price of our leading competitors, the x420
highway.
represents incredible value for money. At
A: That is really convenient. Especially now
only15,000RMB it is far more affordable and
that fuel prices are so high! Whats under the
far more attractive than almost every leading
hood?
brand and model.
B: A very powerful 2.5-liter turbocharged
Mr. Ford: So, what differentiates us from
engine, Trust me, this car is fast!
our
A: Now for the most difficult question. What
competitors?
Well,
if
we
compare
Oranges luxury MP40 range then we can
is the price tag for this lovely vehicle?
really highlight some of the differences.
B: Very affordable sir. You can take it out of

this lot today with 0% down payment and no
Mr. Ford: Now, of course Orange has an
interest for the first year! You can test drive
enviable record for producing revolutionary
it now and we can sign the papers when we

93
and top class products, and I must admit the
Lydia: I know we had hit a rough patch but I
MP40 is a breathtaking machine. However,
had
for most consumers the MP40 is simply far
weekend, when we both had some time off...
too expensive to consider.
I think he found someone else. I had been
Mr. Ford: Compared with the x420 it is more
getting suspicious because he had been
expensive
spending a lot of time with a coworker...
and
theres
no
doubt
that
hoped
we
could
work
it
out
next
considering the quality and workmanship
Maggie: Whatever. Hes a jerk, forget about
that goes into the x420 we really win hands
him! There are many more fish in the sea.
down on value for money.
Lydia: Talk about being clich e, Maggie! But
Mr. Ford: Also, if you compare the after
youre right. Theres no use for me to sulk
sales service we offer I think we can proudly
around... Lets go out tonight!
boast the best customer service facilities in
Global View Physics (C0282)
the whole lap-top sector. As opposed to most
Prof. Brown: Good morning, everybody.
of our rivals, we guarantee quality, we
Welcome to Physics 101. My name is Ed
guarantee
Brown, and I will be your professor for this
service
and
we
guarantee
reliability.
Mr. Ford:
semester. Since today is our first class, I

The
questions
we
must ask
wanted to give you an overview of what this
ourselves are What does the Alpha brand
course will look like, how you will be graded,
stand for? and also How can we set
and what we will cover this semester.
ourselves apart from our competitors? The
Matt:
answer to both of these questions is the
theoretical physics or experimental physics,
same my friends.
Professor?
Will
we
be
focusing
more
on
Mr. Ford: Alpha stands first and foremost for

quality, for excellence and for service. If we
Prof. Brown: This is an introductory course,
always stick to this philosophy then Im
and my aim is to give you a broad overview
confident that we will really be able to
of the field of physics. The term physics
expand our market share significantly. Okay,
encompasses
let me move on now to give you an idea of
research and study, and I hope this course
our marketing campaign for the x420
will
The Weekend Breaking Up (C0281)
understanding of physics, which will prove
Lydia: Hello?
useful whether or not you choose to further
Maggie: Hey! Do you want to go out
your study in this field.
tonight?
many
provide
different
you
with
areas
of
conceptual
Prof. Brown: We will begin the course by
Lydia: No, I think Ill pass. Mark broke up
looking
at
the
fundamental
concepts
of
with me. I feel awful.
physics, then by the middle of the semester

we will begin exploring the more theoretical
Maggie: What?!? What happened? Just last
side of physics. It is essential that you first
week you were talking about going on
have a firm grasp of the fundamentals, so
vacation together!
that
Lydia: I dont know what I did wrong. He
theoretical concepts when we get to them.
said he needed some space to figure things
Matt: Will we learn about black holes,
out... He said I didnt do anything wrong,
wormholes, and string theory?
that Im a great person... just not the one for
Prof.
him...
general theory of relativity, including black
Maggie: Ugh! Thats so cliche. Marks not
holes.
worth your time, Lydia. You deserve so much
theories in quantum mechanics, such as
better!
string
94
you
can
Brown:
We
will
theory.
better
We will
also
We
understand
learn
explore
will
the
about
the
developing
discuss
some
hypothetical
features
of
space-time,
like
much for most students?
wormholes.
Mr Ford: Well, thats a fair point. If you
Prof. Brown: We will also explore some of
dont mind Id like to tackle your question a
the more influential developments in the
little bit later in the Q and A section. Is that
fields of thermodynamics, electromagnetism,
okay?
and nuclear physics, all of which have had
Audience Member: Yes sure.
significant impacts on modern life. Now, I am
Mr Ford: Okay, so as I was saying we have
going to have the TAs pass out the syllabus
an exciting campaign planned for the x420.
for this class, so you can see how this course
Firstly, we will have a nationwide television
will be graded.
campaign, as well as advertising on radio
Matt: Oh man, looks like this isnt gonna be
and also in many computer publications. We
the easy A I thought itd be!
also intend to.
The Office Presentation Series 5 Defer
Audience Member: Im sorry to stop you
ring Questions (C0283)
Mr. Ford, but do you really think that a
Mr.
Ford:
Now,
as
we
have
already
television campaign is cost effective. I mean,
discussed there is a huge untapped market
how much is that going to cost?
out there both in Asia, in other developing
Mr Ford: Well I dont have the figures to
markets, and in the more mature markets for
hand, but Id be happy to discuss those
us
this
figures with you after the presentation. Okay
with
let me just go on to talk a little more about
to
push
represents
into.
an
Now
of
enormous
course,
challenge
enormous rewards for the winners, but for
the exciting campaign we have in store.
any new product we need a great marketing
Daily Life Tune Up (C0284)
message and marketing campaign
A: Welcome to Als Garage. What seems to
Mr. Ford: It needs to be directed and
be the problem?
focused at our target consumer, and needs to
B: No problem at all! I am taking a long road
be pitched at exactly the right level. The
trip and I want to make sure my car is in
question we must first address is of course,
good mechanical condition.
who is our target consumer and secondly

what
do
they
expect
from
the
A: Very wise decision. When was the last
next
generation Alpha lap-top?
time you had a tune up?
Mr. Ford: Lets first of all tackle the first
B: Not that long ago, I think it was four
question. Our target consumer for the x420
months ago.
is the middle class, white collar worker with
A: We usually recommend that you bring
an above average income. However, as we
your car in every five thousand kilometers.
mentioned
B: Why? I mean, what exactly do you do to a
before
the
total
number
of
computer owners is expanding rapidly and
car that you need to check it so often?
we need to broaden our audience for this
A: First of all, we change the motor oil and
product.
oil filter. If you dont do this, it can cause

your engine to wear faster and that means
Mr. Ford: For example, the x420 is also
you would probably have to change the
ideally suited to the younger student sector,
pistons and intake valves.
who might use laptops both for study and
B: I see. What else?
gaming. There is no doubt that.
A: We also check your spark plugs, fuel filter,
Audience Member: Mr. Ford, if I could just
and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid.
interrupt
We also check the clutch and brakes to
moment.
You
say
that
the
computer is suitable for students, but dont
determine when you will need new ones.
you think the price of the x420 is just too
B: Ok, well, when you put it that way, it

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doesnt seem like a waste of time and
Mr. Ford: On the subject of the campaign let
money.
me ask you all a question. How do we define
A: Trust me, regular tune ups will keep your
the perfect lap-top? Is it about affordability,
car
quality, speed, reliability? What do you look
running
smoothly
and
avoid
break
downs.
for in a consumer? Well, I believe the answer
Daily Life Handyman (C0285)
lies in a combination of all of these elements.
A: The air conditioning is not working! We
Mr. Ford: Our campaign will really hammer
need to call a handyman before we start to
home the point that the x420 is a state-
fry in here!
ofthe-art laptop for all of your computing
B: Dan is on top of that. I think they are also
needs. With our television campaign we hope
getting the handyman to fix the bathroom
to really reach out to a huge audience. Mr.
toilet that keeps clogging up.
Ford: We have a great ad campaign planned

focusing on the fantastic USP s of the x420.
A: That would be convenient. They might as
We have hired one of the best PR companies
well ask him to fix the electrical wiring. The
to work with us on the campaign, and have
circuit breakers keep going out all the time.
already
Its really annoying!
adverts, all focusing on one key feature of
completed
three
separate
TV
the x420.
B: Yeah you are right. This office is falling
Mr. Ford: Im excited to say that today, for
apart! Frank told me the other day that the
the first time, we will unveil to all of you here
gutters outside were clogged and thats why
the first of these advertisements!
the parking lot was flooded.
Daily Life High School Reunion (C0287)
A: I know! I was in ankle deep water trying

to get to my car that day! The handyman
A: I hate coming to high school reunions.
definitely has his work cut out for him.
B: It will be great honey. We will get to see
The Office Presentation Series 6 Addr
your old classmates and catch up to see how
essing the Audience (C0286)
they have been doing.
Mr. Ford: The campaign that we have in

store for the x420 is exciting, imaginative
A: Yeah I guess so. Oh look! There is Robert
and revolutionary. We have spent two years
Matthews! Rob!
listening to and responding to feedback from

customers and staff alike.
C: Hey Bill! Wow great to see you!

A: Likewise! Its been a long time! This is my
Mr. Ford: I would like to say that without
wife Dorthy.
the assistance and support of each and every
C: Pleasure to meet you. So Bill, how have
one of you we really could not have devised
you been?
this campaign. Id like to take my hat off and
A: Cant complain! We have 2 children who
really thank you all for the wonderful work
are in college and my business is going well.
youve done so far, not only in helping
What about you?
support our marketing efforts, but also in
C: Ah you know me! I am a dedicated
your continuing your commitment to Alpha
bachelor. I never married although I do have
computers.
beautiful
remember
Mr. Ford: Theres no doubt in my mind that
daughter
her?
We
with
were
Mary,
high
you
school
sweetheart, didnt really work out between
we have a great workforce here and together
us, but I really cant complain either.
we can really push Alpha computers to a
A: Thats good. Have you seen Frank? I was
whole new level of success.
hoping he would come tonight.

C: You didnt hear? Frank passed away last
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year.
Mr. Ford: Okay. Sorry guys. Obviously a
A: Are you serious?
problem with the system. Lets just reboot
C: Nah! Im just yanking your chain. Hell be
and start over. Lets see if this resolves the
here soon. I saw him just last week and he
issue.
told me he would show up.

Jonathan: Right, lets try again. No, still
The Weekend Getting A Tattoo (C0288)
nothing Michael. There might be a technical

A: I have made up my mind. I am getting a
issue with the projector. I think maybe the
tattoo.
projector has overheated. We might need to
B: Really? Are you sure?
cool it down for ten minutes and start again.

Ill call IT support to come over right now.
A: Yeah! Why not? They are trendy and look
Mr.
great! I want to get a dragon on my arm or
technical problems do crop up from time to
Ford:
maybe a tiger on my back.
time,
dont
Okay
guys.
they?
But
its
Unfortunately
not
huge
problem. In the meantime while the IT guys

B: Yeah but, it is something that you will
get to work on that I can talk a little bit more
have forever! They use indelible ink that can
about the advertising concept and what we
only be removed with laser treatment. On
are looking to achieve overall with this
top of all that, I have heard it hurts a lot!
campaign.
A: Really?
The Weekend Buying Jewelery (C0290)
B: Of course! They use this machine with a

needle that pokes your skin and inserts the
Shop assistant: Good afternoon, sir, is
ink.
there anything I can help you with today?
A: Oh, I didnt know that! I thought they just
Mark: umm... yeah! Im looking for a nice
paint it on your skin or something.
gift
B: I think you should reconsider and do
anniversarys next Friday. Shop assistant:
some more research about tattoos. Also, find
Well, I would be happy to assist you in
out where the nearest tattoo parlor is and
choosing the perfect gift for her. Is there
make sure they used sterilized needles, and
anything particular that you have in mind?
to
give
my
girlfriend.
Our
fifth
that the place is hygienic.

A: Maybe I should just get a tongue piercing!
Mark: No, not really... Im completely at a
The Office Presentation Series 7 Hand
loss.
ling Technical Problems (C0289)

Mr. Ford: Okay, so if we could dim the lights
Shop assistant: Well, you can give her a set
Jonathan, we can kick-off with the first TV
of pearl earrings, or this beautiful heart-
advert. Please note that we are still in the
shaped
early days with this advert, so it might seem
gemstone?
a bit rough round the edges. Okay, so. just
Mark: That purple one. Im sorry...Ive never
need to click this and the advert should pop
bought jewelery for anyone and Im kind of
up on the screen...
nervous.
Mr. Ford: Hmmmmmm. Sorry about this.
Shop assistant: Dont worry, we specialize
Bear with me me a second. There seems to
in
be a problem with the projector. Let me see.
pressure-free shopping environment. That
could you lend a hand a second? Jonathan:
stone is an amethyst. We have a range of
It looks like the projector is not recognizing
beautiful amethyst pieces. Take a look at this
the computer. Let me check the connection a
bracelet. Its 18K rose-gold, studded with
second... Well the connection seems okay,
amethyst
and the computer is running normally.
statement piece.
97
pendant.
providing
our
and
What
is
customers
blue
topaz.
her
Its
favorite
relaxed,
great
Mark: Oh...wow. Thats really pretty. Jess
on the menu, it all looks so appetizing! I
would love that. But...I was thinking of
think Ill get General Tsos chicken, hot and
something a little more delicate, perhaps a
sour soup, fried wontons, and white rice.
necklace?
Andrea: Arent you supposed to be on a
Shop assistant: We have this beautiful
diet? You should at least get brown rice.
platinum pendant, or you could also get her
Manny: I dont think so! I hate brown rice,
a locket. You could also get her a
and Im so sick of eating healthy all the time.
timepieceits
both
glamorous
yet
Ive been eating so much salad I swear Ive
functional. If you tell me a little more about
forgotten what meat tastes like! Theres no
your girlfriend, maybe I can help
better
you find something for her. Mark: Jess? Well,
calorieladen Chinese food. I might even get
shes very smart, and has a great sense of
an order of broccoli beef!
humor. Shes very feminine...
Andrea: Gosh, Im so hungry! Lets call the
Shop assistant: Perhaps you could give her
waitress over!
a ring?
The Office Presentation Series 8 Com
Mark: Well...actually...I was thinking about
mon Presentation Mistakes (C0292)
asking Jess to marry me...Ive just been so
Mr. Ford: So as I mentioned previously the
nervous.
campaign advertisement will focus on those
Shop assistant: Well sir, I believe your fifth
key elements that every consumer looks for
anniversary is a great time to propose!
in a quality laptop: affordability, quality,
Mark: Okay, Ive decided. Im going to pop
speed and reliability. We have pulled out all
the question!
the stops to produce a product that really
Shop assistant: Fabulous! We should look at
rivals all our competitors.
engagement rings then! Now thats a whole
Mr. Ford: Actually, just to illustrate my point
other section.
let
Daily Life Ordering Chinese Food (C029
remember last year I was playing golf with
1)
one of our key suppliers. It was a lovely
Waitress: Hi, welcome to Happy Buddah!
summer afternoon. Anyway, I invited our
Can I get you anything to drink?
supplier for a game of golf, and wanted to
Manny: A Coke for me, please.
get his input on the new x420.
Andrea: Ill have a Sprite.
Mr. Ford: Actually, I often get together with
remedy
me
give
than
you
some
an
nice,
anecdote
greasy,
here.
him for a good game of golf. It really is a

Waitress: Okay, Ill go get that for you. Are
wonderful way to relax. To be honest, Im not
there any questions with the menu?
that great at golf, but I have improved in the
Andrea: Do you use MSG?
last few years. But the key to golf is practice,
Waitress: No maam, we are MSG-free.
practice, practice. Ive lost my thread. What
Andrea: Oh man, I havent had Chinese food
was I talking about again?
in so long! I want everything! This place has

the BEST sesame chicken.
Jonathan: I think you were discussing the
Manny: Yeah, Ive been craving Chinese for
campaign advertisement Michael.
such a long time. I used to get take-out all
Mr. Ford: Yes, excuse me. Im afraid I got
the time. Its definitely been a while. Lets
sidetracked
start off with some crab rangoon.
campaign. Well, erm. let me see. Is the
Andrea: Ooh yeah, that sounds good. I think
projector working yet Jonathan?
Im going to get the sesame chicken with
Jonathan: No sorry, IT are still fixing it.
fried rice, a spring roll, and egg drop soup.
Mr.
Manny: Its so tempting to order everything
information on the campaign is on the

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Ford:
there.
Ahh
Yes
okay,
anyway,
erm...
all
the
the
PowerPoint. I havent actually got my notes
wide range of uses. Co-jack cheese, a blend
with me...ermlet me see, erm.....
of Colby and Monterrey jack is one of the
Audience Member: Mr. Ford, could you at
most popular. This allows the sharper flavor
least tell us the schedule for the campaign?
of Colby to be combined with the milder jack
When are the first advertisements scheduled
cheese, and also melts better than plain
for?
Colby. Grilled cheese sandwiches often use
Mr.
Ford:
Thats
Unfortunately
good
erm...dont
question.
have
American cheese, and Mexican cheeses such
that
as Asadero and Queso Fresco are becoming
information on me. I will have to get back to
more popular.
you on that point.
A: Hard cheeses include Parmesan, Romano,
Jonathan: Okay Michael, the projector is
Asiago, Swiss, Gruyere and others. Parmesan
fixed. I think were ready.
and Romano are most familiar as the grated
Mr. Ford: Thank goodness. Okay everyone,
powder used to top spaghetti, but they are
sorry for the delay. So without further ado
also used as accompaniments for fruit, wine,
the new x420 marketing campaign! Enjoy!
nuts and other appetizer items. Swiss is a
oh ermmm. Im terribly sorry, this is not the
popular sandwich cheese and melts well,
advert,
unlike some other hard cheeses.
this
is
my
golfing
holiday
in
Barbados. I think I must have brought the
Daily Life Picking A University (C0294)
wrong file. Can we take five?
A: Ive never heard of AmLion College. Could
Advanced Media Cheese Lovers (F0293
you...
B: Of course sir, let me give you a brief
A: Hello everyone my name is Laurie and I
overview. AmLion College is located in the
want to welcome you to this course. We will
center of New York city. The school covers a
learn all about one of the oldest yet most
wide range of academic subjects; and eighty
delicious foods on this planet; cheese! Lets
percent of the courses are transferable to
get started!
other
A: Cheese is usually categorized intofour
AmLion College was ranked number one in
types: soft, semi- soft semi-hard and hard.
terms of graduate employment.
state
universities.
And,
last
year
The designation refers to the amount of

moisture in the cheese, which directly affects
A: Interesting, and what about the tuition
its texture. Making cheese is an ancient
fees, then?
practice, dating back thousands of years, and
B: Youll be looking at somewhere around
the home cheese maker can usually find
fifteen thousand US dollars per semester.
recipes for cheese that falls into any of the
A: Okay, well.
four categories.
B:
And,
did
mention
our
on-campus
A: Soft cheese includes cottage cheese,
housing? Students can stay in our newly
cream cheese, ricotta, brie, bleu, roquefort,
renovated
mozzarella, meunster and similar cheeses.
thousand dollars per month!
These cheeses generally pair well with fruit
A: Sounds good. Well. Ill just grab one of
or meats, or can be used as breakfast
your flyers.
cheeses in an omelette Nor as pasta fillings.
B: Sir, you got the wrong flyer. Sir, sir!
They are usually mildly flavored and very
The Office Presentation Series 9 Sum
high in moisture.
mary and
dorms
for
as
little
as
three
Conclusion (C0295)
A: American, Colby, co-jack and similar
Mr. Ford: Right everyone. I apologize that I
cheeses are inthe semi-soft category. These
cant show you the marketing campaign
are slightly stronger in flavor and cover a
today, but next week you will all have the

99
opportunity to see if for yourselves, and I
to eat?
have no doubt that you will be impressed.
B: Sure! What do you feel like having?
Let
me
wrap
up
the
presentation
by
summarising my key points.
A: I really feel like having a big juicy steak!
Mr. Ford: As I mentioned at the outset,
B: Oh. ok. I dont eat meat, but thats fine, I
2010
am sure wherever we are going they will
represents
key
year
for
Alpha
computers. The recession is hopefully behind
have other options right?
us. It is clear to everyone in the computer
A: I didnt know you were a vegetarian!
industry that demand is booming, especially
B: Im not, I am a vegan.
in the developing markets.
A: A what?
B: A vegan. I dont eat or use any animal
Mr. Ford: If we are to succeed in this
based products. I dont wear leather, eat
ultracompetitive field then we really need to
eggs, drink milk or anything that comes from
push
customers
an animal. I used to be a pescatarian before,
products that meet their needs on all levels.
which basically means you dont eat meat,
As I hope I have illustrated, the x420
but still have fish and seafood.
represents the kind of computer that can
A: Wow! Thats interesting! It must be tough!
really satisfy those needs.
B: Its a bit difficult to find vegetarian
forward
and
offer
our
friendly restaurants sometimes, but since

Mr. Ford: I gave you an idea of the kind of
more and more people are vegetarians or
revenue we expect to hit in 2010 with the
vegans nowadays, its getting a bit less
new x420 range, and believe me, this is
difficult.
really just the beginning. Once we establish
The Weekend Ordering At An Italian Re
the x420 in the market we have plans to
staurant (C0297)
continue to expand our range with ever more
A: Good evening ladies. My name is Josh and
revolutionary and impressive products.
Ill be your server tonight. May I take your
Mr. Ford: Alpha computers is dedicated to
order?
innovation and improvement. I really see no

limit to our potential as long as we stick to
B: Do you have any recommendations?
the principles I stressed earlier: quality,

excellence and service.
A: Well, I personally like the chicken penne
Mr. Ford: Before we move on to the Q and A
with cream mushroom sauce, but the prawn
section Id really like to leave you with a
fettuccine is also very nice.
quote that really sums up everything that
B: Hmm. Id like to have the grilled chicken,
weve discussed today, and hopefully it will
but can I have spaghetti instead of penne?
provide you with the same inspiration that it
A: Of course, mam. And for you?
gives me.
C: I... ah..Ill have the horse tripe.
Mr. Ford: As the great Henry Ford once said
The Office Presentation Series 10 The
Quality means doing it right, when no one
Q and A
is looking Well, in fact our customers are
Session (C0298)
looking; they are looking for
Jonathan: Well everyone, Im sure youd
us to lead the way and to give them the
like to join me in thanking Michael for what
quality that our competitors cannot. We
was
cannot let them down!
really
inspirational
presentation.
Sincere thanks
Global View Vegan Or Vegetarian? (C02

96)
Michael. Jonathan: Now, Im sure many of
A: Hey Julie, you want to go grab something
you will be keen to ask some questions, so

100
Id like to open it up a Q and A session.
a movie and at times the image is not very
Please raise your hand if you have any
clear.
questions at all. Janice, go ahead.
B: I see, and what about the keyboard?

A: I spilled some coffee on it and now it
Janice: Yes thank you Jonathan. I would just
wont work.
like to go back to the comment Mr. Ford
B: I am sorry sir, but we can only exchange
made
or refund defective products, we cannot take
in
regards
particularly
to
Orange.
our
Now
competitors,
as
you
know,
responsibility for misuse or damages.
Orange has established themselves as the
A: Fine! I dont know why they make these
market
things so delicate anyways.
leader
in
the
high-end
lap-top
market.
Janice:
Daily Life Online Dating (C0300)

How
does
Mr.
Ford
expect
A: Do you want to hang out tomorrow?
to
B: Oh, I cant. I have a date!
compete with a company that has such a

huge reputation and huge resources?
A: Really? Wow with who?
Mr. Ford: Well Janice, first of all, thanks for

a very good question. I think you have hit
B: This girl Ive been chatting with forthe
the nail on the head actually. Orange are the
past couple of months. Shes really cool and
global leaders precisely because of their size
shes driving over here this weekend.
and power.
A: Wait a minute, you mean you met her
Mr. Ford: But, although we cant compete in
online?
terms of size I do believe we hold an
B: Yeah! I signed up for a website called
advantage in terms of dedication to customer
match. and it is great! You fill in all your
service. Yes, I admit this is a David and
details and preferences, like if you are a
Goliath battle,but dont forget who won that
smoker or if you have any pets. Then you
contest.
find people that have similar characteristics
Frank:
Ermmm,
Mr
Ford.
Could
you
and you can email them or chat.
elaborate on the actual technical details of
A: That is kind of weird! What if she is a
the x420 a little more?
psycho or something like that?
Mr. Ford: Id love to but I think we are a
B: Its the same as meeting people anywhere
little pressed for time right now. However
and dating them! I am just tired of going to
Jonathan has all the technical specs for you
bars or being set up for dates by my friends!
on the powerpoint presentation, which you
I think this is a really cool alternative,
can look over in your own time.
especially if you are a bit shy.
Marcie: Mr. Ford. One final question. Would
A: I guess it does seem logical. Ill have to
you like to join me for a game of golf this
check it out!
Sunday?
The Weekend Vampires (C0301)
Daily Life Returning A Product (C0299)
A: You want to go tothe movies tonight?

B: Sure! Whats playing?
A: Hi I would like to return this TV.

B: Sure, do you have the receipt?
A: The new Twilight movie!
A: Yeah here you go. Actually I also want to
B: Twilight? As inthe vampire movies? No
return this keyboard.
way I am watching that. I dont understand

why everyone isso excited about these films
B: Ok, may I ask what is the reason for
about vampires. It doesnt make sense.
returning these products?
A: Of course it does. Its like a modern tale
A:: The TV flickers a lot when I am watching
of Romeo and Juliet. You have a couple that

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is in love but cant be together because they
B: Sure Ill have the burrito.. Do you have
are
nachos?
so
different.
immortality
and
Add
super
in
the
fact
human
that
strengthis
A: Of course sir. Our nachos come with
really sexy and there you have it! Plus the
melted cheese and chili.
cast is hip, young people that make the
B: Sounds good.
movie even more enticing.
A: Would you like anything to drink?
B: I dont buy into that. I think its just a fad.
B: Sure, Ill have a Corona.
Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will
Daily Life Neat Freak (C0304)
be into werewolves or zombies!
A: Ugg, this bathroom is a pigsty!
Global View Phobias (C0302)
B: Helen, why do you keep flushing the
A: Are you excited about your trip next
toilet? Whats wrong?
month?
B: Yes and no. I cant wait to go to Europe,
A: I just cant stand it. Its really gross in
but at the same time I am terrified.
here! Theres a stain on the toilet seat, and

the floor was wet and slippery. So I cleaned
A: Why?
it!
B: Well, I have aerophobia. I have a chronic
B: You did what? Helen, I know its gross,
fear of flying.
but Ive seen many public washrooms that
A: Oh really? I have an uncle who is also
are much worse. Why are you cleaning the
terrified of flying. Its not that bad though, I
counter top? are you out of your mind?
mean, it is pretty scary to be in this big
A: I cant help myself; its just so disgusting
machine flying through the air at seven
in here!
hundred miles per hour. I actually have
B: Helen, this is not like your own bathroom.
arachnophobia.
Just leave it to the cleaners,okay?
B: Youre scared of spiders? I actually have
A: Hang on. Im just gonna quickly wipe the
two
sink and sweep the floor.
more
phobias.
Acrophobia
and
glossophobia.
B: Youre such a neat freak! Im outta here!
A: I guess that explains why you are afraid
The Weekend Bowling (C0305)
of flying, but public speaking is not that bad.
A: Alright, so the first thing that you need to
B: Are you kidding? When I get on stage, my
know about bowling is that you should never
palms start to sweat, I get really nervous
cross that line where the lane begins.
and I can hardly speak.
B: Why not?
A:
Well,
must
confess
am
bit
claustrophobic. I hate being in an elevator
A: Because they polish and oil it to make the
for more than 5 seconds.
ball slide down. If you step there you will slip
B: We are such weirdos right?
and fall.
Daily Life Mexican Food (C0303)
A: OK, so I got my bowling shoes, my ball,
A: Hello sir, welcome to Pistolera restaurant.
our names on the scorecard, so now, how
May I take your order?
the heck do I play this?
B: Yes, I would like the chicken cheese
A: You throw the ball down the lane and try
enchiladas with a side of guacamole.
to knock down all the pins. If you do, that is
A: Im sorry sir, but we ran out of chicken.
called a strike. If you dont knock them all
May I suggest our delicious beef burritos or
down on the first try, then you get a chance
cheese quesadillas? Both include a side of
to get the spare. After ten frames, we add up
guacamole and jalapenos.
the points and see who has the most. Three

hundred is a perfect score, but very hard to
102
get.
James: Well, Im finding the classes pretty
B: Got it! OK, Im gonna give it a go. Oh no!
tough actually, but Im having a great time in
My ball went in the gutter!
Shanghai. Its really an amazing city.
A: I told you, its harder than you think. Now
Michelle: It sure is. Are you staying for
let a pro show you how its done.
long?
The Weekend Pick Up Lines (C0306)
James: Only two weeks unfortunately. I wish
A: Lets got out tomorrow night. We can go
I could stay longer but.
to a bar and try to find you a girlfriend.
Michelle: Well listen, if you need someone
B: I dont think thats a good idea. I am just
to show youthe sights then just call me. Im
not good with approaching someone and
having a little get together at my new
starting up a conversation.
apartment next week so if you want to drop

bythen.
A: Maybe you just need a few pick up
James: That sounds great. Id love to! Let
lines,you know, break the ice.
me take down your number Michelle.

Daily Life Boxers and Briefs (C0308)
B: Pick up lines dont work!
A: Lily, I found a pair of mens boxers in the
A: Come on! You can just walk up to a girl
laundry machine this morning!
and say: If you were a booger Id pick you
B: What?!
first.
Thats weird.
Are
they
your
boyfriends?
B: What? Come on! Thats just lame! No girl

would fall for that!
A: Nah, Kevin only wears briefs. Plus, this
A: Fine, then you can say: So there you
pair is extra small!
are! Ive been looking all over for YOU, the

woman of my dreams!
B: What do they look like?
B: Thats a good one! I think thats pretty
A: Theyre light blue with thin pink stripes...
funny.
Oh, and theres a Snoopy on it which is
A: Yeah, so you make her laugh, you make a
hilarious, hahah...
fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy
B: Those are my undies!
her a drink.
Global View Indian Food (C0309)
B: Ok, how does this sound: I was so
A: So where is this mystery restaurant that
enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that
we are going to?
wall over there. So I am going to need your
B: Its an Indian restaurant! I know you have
name and number for insurance purposes.
never had Indian food, so I thought you
A: Nice! Lets go!
might want to try.
The Office Small Talk Series Showing

Interest
A: That sounds great! I am craving some
(C0307)
type of beef dish.
Tina: Hey Michelle, this is my friend James.
B: Well, Indian cuisine actually doesnt serve
Hes visiting Shanghai from New York.
beef. You see, cows are a sacred animal, a
Michelle: Oh, hi James. Nice to meet you.
very important element inthe Hindu religion,
So, uh. you visiting for business or pleasure?
so beef is not eaten.

A: I see, so what are we having? Chicken?
James: Well, actually a little of both. Im
B: There are many amazing dishes to choose
meeting some business contacts but Im also
from.
taking some Mandarin classes too.
masalawhich is an amazing curry. Its a bit
We
can
havesome
chicken
tikka
spicy, but I think you can handle it.

Michelle: Thats cool! Hows it going?
A: Sounds good! I have always heard that

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Indian spices give a rich flavor to food.
quickly
please.
Right,
the
subject
ofthe
B: Yeah. Also, we can have some Naan bread
meeting is.
which is baked in a tandoori oven. Since you
Sally: Hi guys. Please excuse me ,I was held
dont use any utensils to eat, you can use
up in traffic.
this bread to scoop upthe curry or rice.
Maggie Gao: Right, as I was saying the
A: What about veggies?
subject ofthe m. . .
B: They have a good variety of vegetable
Bruno: Hi Maggie. Im terribly sorry. The
based dishes like palak paneer, vegetable
traffic is murder out there.
samosas or Daal.
Maggie Gao: Sit down Bruno! Okay now, as
A: It all sounds exquisite! I cant wait!
you are aware, the topic for this meeting is
The Office Small Talk 2 (C0310)
The importance of being punctual. Who
James: So Michelle, let me introduce you to
would like to start?
Maria. Shes my colleague from Brazil. Maria,
The Weekend Ordering Drinks (C0312)
this is Michelle.
A: What Can I get you?
Maria: Hi Michelle. So what do you do here
B: Ill have a Cosmo please.
in Shanghai? I mean, what work do you do?

C: Dude! You cant order a Cosmo! Thats a
Michelle: I work in advertising right now.
ladies drink, youre embarrasing me!
How about you?

B: What are you talking about? Its a good
Maria: Im actually inthe wine business.
drink!
Michelle: That sounds really great. I love
C: Its too soft! Order something with a little
wine myself! Is this your first time to
more kick to it!
Shanghai Maria?
B: Fine! Ill have a sex on the beach.
Maria: No actually, I often visit. I usually
C: You have to be kidding me!
come to China for business at least once a
B: Come on! Its delicious! Especially when
year.
served in a pineapple or coconut.
Also,
love
the
restaurants
in
Shanghai, so thats a good reason to come.
C: Forget it, Im ordering for you. Ill have a
Michelle: Me too. Actually, theres a great
Scotch on the rocks and my friend here will
Brazilian restaurant I recommend. I mean,
have a Manhattan. Put it on my tab. Here
the food is delicious butthe service isnt so
now this is a real drink!
good. I often like to get together with friends
B: Thats strong! This is going to get me
and have a great barbecue there.
wasted!
James: We should go together some time.
C: Thats the idea!
Michelle: Wonderful idea! Id love that!
The Office Small talk 3 (C0313)
The Office Sorry Im Late (C0311)

Maggie
Gao:
Okay
everyone,
shall
Grace: Hey Michelle! Is that you?

we
Michelle: Wow, Grace! Long time no see!
begin?
Where have you been?
Bill: Sorry Maggie, but we are missing a few

Grace: Oh yeah. Well you see I got a
people. Can we hang on a sec?
promotion, so I moved tothe new Pudong

Maggie Gao: Well, I did say eleven oclock
office last September.
sharp, and its now five past so. . . .

Michelle: You did? Congratulations!
James: Hi everyone, Im so sorry Im late.
Grace: Thanks a lot. So how are things with
Its raining cats and dogs outside and I had
you Michelle?
to wait ages for a taxi.
Michelle: Well, same old same oldyou know.
Maggie Gao: Okay James, take a seat
Nothing much has changed here.

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Grace: Are you still seeing Chris?
opening. . . .
Michelle: No, actually we split up last

month.
Tracy: Okay, more relaxed. Got it. . . . Hey
Grace: Oh dear. Im sorry to hear that.
Sally, whats up? Its Tracy here, just.
Michelle: But I met a really cute guy last
Melanie: Okay Tracy, now its too relaxed!
night at a networking party so, . . . .....well,
Youve still got to show some respect. How
lets just wait and see......
about starting with Dear Ms. Cooper, Im
Grace: Good for you Michelle!
writing to confirm. . . ?
Daily Life Making A Collect Call (C0314)
Tracy: Great, okay. Dear Miss Cooper, Im

writing to confirm the final quotation forthe
A: This isthe operator, how may I help you?
full page back cover color advertisement you
B: Yes, I would like to make a collect call.
requested
forthe
spring
issue
of
Voila
magazine.
A: Ok sir, please dial the number. Now please
Melanie: Thats great. . . .
state your name.
Tracy: The final costing, including advert

design and production, comes to forty-five
B: Tommy.
thousand
A: Please wait a moment. Hello, you have a
payment ten working days before publication
collect call from Tommy. Would you like to
or we will cancel the ad. Thanks for. . .
accept the charges?
Melanie: Woo, okay back up a second Tracy.
C: Yes of course.
Thats too direct. Can I suggest you say,
A: Dad?
please note thatfinal payment is due two
C: Yeah Tommy, what happened are you ok?
working weeks before publication? You dont
A: Yeah dad everything is ok. Im calling you
want to offend her.
because I want to know if its ok for me to go
Tracy: Oops okay. You are right. Then I can
to my friends house today after school.
just end with All the best, Tracy
C: Yeah sure no problem. You scared me to
Melanie: Hmmmm, maybe, but Id play it
death! Ive told you to make a collect call in
safeand just finish with Yours Sincerely.
case of an emergency only! Why didnt you
Thats more professional.
call me from your mobile phone?
Tracy: Oh, Melanie you are a life saver,
B: I ran out of credit and I also didnt have
thank you!
twenty five cents N forthe payphone. Sorry
Daily Life Small Talk Series 4 Discussi
dad.
ng Recent
The Office Sending A Quote Via Email (
Workevents (C0316)
C0315)
Jeremy: Hi Michelle. Do you need to usethe
Tracy: Melanie, can you help me with
photocopier?
six
hundred
RMB.
We
want
something? We need to finalize the account

with the Mexican Embassy and, I need some
Michelle: Oh hi Jeremy. No please, go
advice on phrasing this letter correctly in
ahead. So how are you Jeremy? I was talking
English.
to Linda about you only last week.
Melanie: Sure Tracy, let me just get my

laptop. all set. Tracy: Okay, so. . . . . . .
Jeremy: Oh Im fine thanks. Im super busy
toWhom It May Concern, I am writing.
with work actually. Did you hear about the

Lawson contract?
Melanie: Um, Tracy? I think thats a little too

formal. I know you want to be polite but
Michelle: No, tell me more.
youve already made contact with them, so in
Jeremy: Well, I was discussing the contract
English you can be more relaxed inthe
with Bill and he said that they metthe head

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of Lawsons last week.
income tax. Some use higher property taxes
Michelle: And.
or sales taxes instead.
Jeremy: And hopefully they are going to
Emily: I see. All right, well I think everything
confirm the deal on Wednesday, fingers
else I can figure out on my own. The
crossed
deductions for health insurance and my
Michelle:
Thats
great
news
Jeremy.
401(K) are pretty self-explanatory. Thanks
Congratulations! Anyway, I must get back,
for your help, Susan.
but give my regards to your wife Monica.
Susan: No problem! All those deductions do
Jeremy: I will Michelle. Speak to you soon.
add up, and nobodys net pay is as high as
The Office First Paycheck (C0317)
theyd like. I can understand why youd want
Emily: Hey, Susan. Have you got a sec? I
some explanation.
have some questions about my paycheck.
Emily: Yeah, I guess its the same in the UK,
Susan: You bet, Emily. Pull up a chair.
I just never paid much attention. See you

later!
Emily: Well, this is my first paycheck here
Global View Allergies (C0318)
inthe States and there are a few things I
Jim: Argh...I feel terrible, I keep sneezing
dont understand. First off, what is this FICA,
and my eyes are all watery, whats wrong
and SUI Y tax, and why are there deductions
with me?
both
Tom: Wow, youre not dying are you, it looks
for
Medicare
and
for
my
health
insurance plan?
like you have a cold, you should take some

medicine.
Susan: OK, lets start from the top of your

pay stub. This number here represents your
Jim: I dont think its a cold, I feel fine if I
gross pay.
move a few feet away from my desk.
Emily:
Yes,
thats
easy
enough
to
understand.
Tom:
Susan: Then here we have a series of
quarantine ha ha, jokes aside, I think you
deductions. First off are the federal ones.
might have an allergy.
FICA
Insurance
Jim: An allergy? I never thought about that,
Contribution Act, or something like that. Its
I dont think Im allergic to pollen though and
your federal income tax. And then theres
Im desensitized to bee stings after being
Social Security and Medicare, which are both
stung so many times, Hmm.. .
federal programs to help you out after you
Jim: Ow! Why did you chuck that peanut at
retire or if you were unable to work.
me? Tom: Just checking if youre allergic to
Emily: All right, I see. So the Medicare isnt
peanuts, I guess not.
actually a health insurance I can use now.
Jim: Not funny! I could have gone into
Susan:
Anaphylactic Shock.
stands
Thats
for
right.
Federal
Below
the
federal
Maybe
we
should
put
you
into
deductions are the state deductions. Theres
Tom: Okay my bad, how about dust? This
the state income tax, and then this SUI
office is full of it.
SDItax you were asking about is paying into
Jim: Yes the whole is office is dusty yet I
an unemployment and disability fund that
only feel affected near our desks!
our state has set up, but you can see its a
Cat: Meow meow meow
pretty small quantity that they take.
Jim: You brought your cat into the office?!
Emily: Yeah, I dont mind giving them a
Tom: Yes, its Mr Snuffles birthday today, I
dollar
didnt want him to be alone on his special
fifty
for
that.
So
there
are
two
separate income taxes one at a state level
day!
and one at a federal level?
Jim: ACHOO! Argh put it away ACHOO!
Susan: Thats right. Not all states have an
Tom: I guess we found the problem, your

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allergic to cats!
test mark you on the number of questions
Daily Life Small Talk 5 Brief Talk With
answered but also on the difficulty.
A Stranger (C0319)
Ash: Okay this sounds a little tough, how am
Older gentleman: Oh dear Miss, you are
I supposed to practice for this?
soaked!
Mindy: Up to you, you could have a one on
Wow,
its
really
raining
heavily
outside.
one session with a tutor or group sessions,
Michelle: Yes, it sure is. I had to run here
you can also use free or private computer
from work! I need to rush as Im on my
software. Going to church might help as well!
lunch break.
Ash: No matter what I do Im going to ace

this test and go on to become a corporate fat
Older gentleman: ell please, why dont
cat!
you go ahead of
Mindy: Umm.. . Thats the spirit!

Global View Thai Food (C0321)
me in line? Im in no hurry.
A: What did you cook?
Michelle: Oh, thats so nice of you! Thank
B: Well, as you know I was in Thailand last
you very much.
month,and I took a cooking class! So I
Older gentleman: My pleasure Miss.
prepared some ofmy favorite dishes.
Actually, could you recommend what to eat

here? Ive never been here before.
A: Great idea! As long as I dont get food
Michelle: Sure. Well, the avocado sandwich
poisoning!So what is onthe menu tonight?
is delicious, and its the healthiest thing on

the menu. Personally, I think the beef salad
B: Ok, for starters we have Tom Yam soup.
is the tastiest choice. I usually get that. Also,
Its a bit spicy, but really good!
the milkshakes are the best milkshakes in
A:
town!
lemongrass really gives it a nice taste!
Older gentleman: Well, thanks for the
B: Now this next dish is one of the most
suggestions. Michelle: Oh, dont mention it.
famous. Foreignerscall it papaya salad butthe
Global View Taking The GMAT (C0320)
proper name is Tom Sam. It is a spicy salad
Ash: I cant seem to progress up the career
made
ladder no matter how hard I try and I have
including shredded unripened papaya and
been here for 2 years already!
tomato.
Mindy: Well, have you thought of getting an
A: This is delicious! The combination of sour
MBA? I heard it does wonders in getting you
and spicy is really interesting! I could have
to the top.
this everyday!
This
is
from
delicious!
mix
of
The
fresh
ginger
and
vegetables
B: Ok, now forthe last and best dish in my

Ash: An MBA hey. . . well my degree wasnt
opinion. This is called Pad Thai. Its stir-fried
in business, the business schools wont be
noodles with eggs, fish sauce, tamarind
interested in me.
juice, red chili pepper plus bean sprouts,
Mindy:
Nonsense!
The
business
shrimp and tofu and garnished with crushed
schools
peanuts
measure your ability through a test called
Test,
it
contains
Admission
three
Analytical
parts;
practically
was so creative and delicious!
what will the test contain?

Management
Its
A: Wow, this is great! I never knew Thai food
Ash: GMAT? What does that stand for and

Graduate
coriander.
Thailands national dish!
GMAT.
Mindy:
and
B: Wantsome more?
A: Im stuffed!
The Office Small Talk 6 Talking About
Writing Assessment, the Quantitative section,
Yourself
and the Verbal section. Not only does the
(C0322)
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Michelle: Excuse me, is this seat taken?
A: So what are you doing for Thanksgiving?

B: Not much really. Its more of an American
Stranger: No, please feel free.
tradition, so back home we dont really

celebrate it. In fact, I am not even sure of
Michelle: Thanks a lot.
what exactly is being celebrated!
Stranger: Do you work in Shanghai?
A: Well you know, its a time to get together
Michelle: Yes I do. How about you?
with all your family and be thankful for
Stranger: No, Im a tourist. This place is
everything!
amazing! Its much bigger than I imagined,

and much more exciting! Theres so much to
B: Yeah but, how did this holiday come to
see here.
be?
Michelle: You can say that again! Its much
A: Well, the first settlers of Massachusetts
more modern than people imagine. Where
arrived
are you from?
persecution from England and King James.
Stranger: Um, well lets see.....Im from
Once inthe New World, they befriended an
Kansas originally. A much quieter and more
native named Squanto, who taught them
peaceful place than here, thats for sure!
how to harvest food from the area such as
Michelle: Uh huh....
corn.
Stranger: But Im living in Paris right now.
B: Interesting! I am amazed how big and
Michelle: Oh Paris! Wonderful, Id love to
delicious thanksgiving dinners are!
visit some time!
A: Come to my house for Thanksgiving! We
Daily Life Cancelled Flight (C0323)
are having turkey, pumpkin pie, mashed
A: Good afternoon Sir, may I please see your
potatoes with gravy, and lots of stuffing!
passport and reservation?
B: Count me in!
B: Here you go.
there
because
of
religious
A Trip (C0325)
A: Im sorry sir, this flight has been cancelled
Jim: Hey Michelle. Good to see you. Are you
due to some mechanical problems.
at lunch?
Michelle: Oh hi Jim. No I just got back. I
B: Cancelled! So what am I supposed to do
thought you were on vacation now.
now?
A: We apologize for any inconveniences that
Jim: No, I wish I was! I just got back from
may be caused by this. If your flight is
Spain actually.
urgent, I can put you on a waiting list for

another flight this evening, but its on a first
Michelle: Oh wonderful! Have you been
come first served basis, so there is no
there before or was it your first time?
guarantee that you will be able to take that
Jim: My first time. Ive traveled around
flight.
Europe a lot, but this was my first time to
B: Whats my other option?
Spain. It was amazing, and the weather was
A: If you can wait until tomorrow, we will put
just beautiful! No rain, and just sun, sun,
youup in a hotel for today and you can take
sun....
scheduled flight for tomorrow morning.
Michelle: Im so jealous of you. Ive never
B: Thats fine. Ill do that then.
been
A: Thank you for your understanding sir. I
dreamed of traveling around and seeing the
will book your flight now.
sights.
Global View Thanksgiving Dinner (C03
Jim: Well, I really recommend Spain. You
24)
really should go.Anyway, its been great to

108
anywhere
in
Europe.
Ive
always
catch up, but I must be going, this is my
report this morning. Thanks for that. Are you
floor. Speak again soon I hope.
joining the conference today?
Michelle: For sure. Take care.

Daily Life Report Card (C0326)
Michelle: Yes, Im leaving at four pm.
A: Look, Jimmys report came today.
Mr Camp-bell:Good, well we can discuss
B: Lets have a look. What is this? Where are
this more then, but I think the figures are
all the grades?
looking very good for this quarter.

Michelle: Yes, me too.
A: Hes in the third grade Sam! You see
Mr Camp-bell:Im planning to discuss the
under each subject that he is being taught in
advertising budget at the conference. I dont
school, he receives a mark from one to
think
three. A one means his achievement or work
advertising.
is excellent. Here in Science for example he
Michelle:
got a two, which means its satisfactory.
expensive.
we
should
No,
me
continue
with
the
TV
neither. Its
far
too
Mr. Camp-bell:Well, lets discuss this more at

B: What about here in physical education?
the conference. Maybe we can share a taxi
A: He got a three here which means its
there.
unsatisfactory. We should work on that with
Michelle: Yes, sure.
him.
Daily Life Going To The Bakery (C0329)
B: So confusing! In my day we got an A or B
A: Welcome to Als Bakery. What can I get
if we were doing well and if we failed an
you?
exam we would get an F!
B: Hi! Let me get a dozen croissants, four
Daily Life Buying A Pair Of Jeans (C032
blueberry muffins and a loaf of sourdough
7)
bread.
A: Excuse me, can I try on this pair of jeans?

B: Sure. Let me see... Im afraid we dont
A:Sure. Would you like to have the loaf
have any size eights left.
sliced?
A: What are you talking about? Im always a
B: No, thats OK. Do you have any whole
size four. Here, Ill try these.
wheat bread?
A: We are out at the moment. May I suggest
B: They seem a bit too tight. Shall I find you
some rye bread?
a larger size?
B: Sure that sounds good. Do you have any
A: No, they fit fine! They show off my curves
cakes?
perfectly!
A: We have various birthday cakes and also
B: Yeah, your love handles. Yeah, they sure
ice cream cakes.
do, although... here, you forgot to close this
B: Ill just take a cheesecake.
button.
A: Will that be all?
A: Yeah right, Ill do it now...
B: Yes.
A: Your total is forty three dollars and twenty
Work (C0328)
cents.
Mr. Camp-bell:Ah Michelle hi. I was hoping
The Weekend Fortune Telling (C0330)
to see you. How have you been? Hows the
A: Look at this newspaper article about this
family?
famous local medium. It says that she is
Michelle: Oh hello Mr. Campbell. Im fine
really gifted and so popular now, that she is
and Jacks doing well. How are you?
booked solid with appointments for the next

twelve months!
Mr. Camp-bell:Im fine thanks. I got your
B: You dont really believe in all that hocus

109
pocus mumbo jumbo do you?
Driver can you stop here please?

Daily Life - Setting Up Your Voice mail
A: Well I have had many friends that went to
Message
a psychic and got their palms read and most
(C0332)
of the things the psychic told her came true!
A: Can you help me set up my voicemail

message? I just got this service and I am not
B: Of course it does! They tell you general
really sure what
and obvious things like that you will be
I am supposed to say.
successful or have a big house. I think most
B: Sure! You just basically gotta let the caller
of the times they are just scam artists.
know who they called, and ask them for their
A: Well historically it is a practice that many
contact information so you can call them
cultures share. Reading the tarot cards, in
back.
the east they would even read tea leaves! I
A: Ok, so can I say, This is Abbys
even heard that there are people that make
voicemail. I will call you later, so leave me
you smoke a cigar, and then read your
your name and number.
ashes.
B: Thats more or less the idea, but try
B: All superstitious nonsense! I would still
something that sounds more friendly.
like to go to one and see what he or she has
A: Ok, so how about this, This is Abby and
to say, just for kicks.
I am really happy you called! I promise I will
A: Great! Ill make an appointment!
give you
The Office small talk 9 - Talking About
a ring as soon as I can, so please leave me
The Weather (C0331)
your name and number. Talk to you soon!.
Melissa: Hey Michelle, jump in quick. Its
B: A little too friendly Abby. Just say this,
pouring out there!
Hi, you have reached Abby. I am unable to
Michelle: Oh hi Melissa. Are you going to the
answer your
conference too? I was planning to pick up Mr.
call right now, but if you leave me your name
Campbell.
and phone number, I will get back to you as
Melissa: Yes, he told me. We need to pick
soon as possible. Thanks.
him up at his hotel and then go to the
A: Thats perfect! Can you say that again and
conference.
record
Michelle: Oh I see, okay. So I heard you got
it for me?
married. Congratulations!
Global View - Human Anatmoy (C0333)
Melissa: Ah thank you! Im very excited. We
A: OK class, so today we are going to
were going to get married next year, but
continue with our anatomy class, today we
then we decided to get married on holiday
will review everything we have learned. Can
instead.
anyone tell me what the first major organ is?
It was wonderful.
B: The brain!
Michelle: That sounds so romantic! Jack and
A: Thats right the brain! It serves as a
I were hoping to get married in Europe next
control center for the body, handling the
year, but we had to postpone our plans. We
processes of the central nervous system as
just dont have the money!
well as cognition. Then what major organ is
Melissa: I know what you mean. I think
in our chest?
Shanghai is getting more and more
B: The heart!
expensive, dont you?
A: Very good! It pumps blood throughout the
Michelle: I sure do. In my opinion its
body, using the circulatory system such as
actually becoming more expensive than back
blood vessels and veins. Now lets not forget
home.
that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart
Melissa: Definitely. Oh theres Mr. Campbell.
and body to keep us alive! Now what about

110
the organs that help us digest food?
A: Sounds like fun! When we go he always
B: The stomach and intestines!
just likes to play in the sandbox.
A: Very good! Lets not forget that the
B: Yeah, but today he was really hyper. He
stomach is the one that breaks down our
even got on the monkey bars and then he
food and our intestines process that food and
went on to go on the swings for a half hour.
then expel the waste. Are we forgetting
Im exhausted!
anything?
A: You should go to the park more often
B: Yeah! Our kidneys, liver and bladder!
since you dont go to the gym anymore!
A: Oh yes, you are right. Very important
Daily Life - Christmas Traditions
organs indeed.
(C0336)
B: So what do these organs do teacher?
A: What are you doing awake?
A: Well, ummm, they...Time for a break! We
B: I cant sleep...
can talk about it when you get back.
A: But its almost midnight!
The Office - Small Talk 10 - General Talk
B: Exactly. Im too excited for Christmas
(C0334)
morning.
Mr. Campbell: Hi ladies. Thanks for picking
Also, I thought I heard Santa.
me up. Its awful weather out there!
A: Really? How do you know it was Santa?
Michelle: Absolutely. Its been raining for
B: Well I heard that naughty boys and girls
hours.
get coal in
Mr. Campbell: How are you Melissa? Are you
their stockings, so I thought Id be nice and
okay?
make
Melissa: Im great thanks, Mr. Campbell.
Santa cookies. I even left out some milk. I
Michelle: Do you have any business trips
heard someone in the kitchen eating the
planned soon Mr. Campbell?
cookies, so I came downstairs!
Mr. Campbell: Of course. Im always
A: Hmm... well I know that Santa wont
traveling! I will leave for London next
come down the chimney with you hiding
Monday, and then Ill fly to Boston from
behind the tree, spying on him!
there. Its going to be a busy month. How
B: Really?
about you Michelle? Any vacation plans?
A: Really! Lets go back upstairs and get
Michelle: Yes. Mike and I will travel to
back to bed. That way, we can let Santa do
Beijing to see Mikes parents for Spring
his job. Then when you wake up, it will be
festival, and hopefully next year we will visit
Christmas already!
London. I hear its a wonderful city.
B: O-K...
Mr. Campbell: I couldnt agree more. London
A: Hey, honey! Is that you? Dont eat all the
is really fantastic. Its my favorite city. Im
cookies
sure youll have a great time.
- I want some, too!

Global View - The Night Before
The Weekend - Going To The Playground
Christmas (C0337)
(C0335)
It was the night before Christmas, when all
A: Hey honey! Where were you?
through the house
B: I decided to take Kenny to the park and
Not a creature was stirring, not even a
get some fresh air.
mouse;
A: How was it? Were there a lot of kids?
The stockings were hung bythe chimney with
B: It wasnt too crowded, but we had a great
care,
time! We got on the see-saw together, the
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be
went on a couple of different slides and then
there;
I tried to go with him in the jungle gym, but
The children were nestled all snug in their
I didnt fit.
beds,
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And mama in her kerchief, and I in my cap,
how merry!
Had just settled down for a long winters nap,
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a
When out on the lawn there arose such a
cherry!
clatter, I sprang from the bed to see what
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a
was the matter.
bow,
Away to the window I flew like a flash, Tore
Andthe beard of his chin was as white as the
open the shutters and threw up the sash.
snow;
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his
snow
teeth,
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below,
Andthe smoke it encircled his head like a
When, what to my wondering eyes should
wreath;
appear,
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny
That shook, when he laughed like a bowlful
reindeer,
of jelly.
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
elf,
More rapid than eagles his coursers they
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of
came,
myself;
And he whistled, and shouted, and called
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
them by name;
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to
Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer
dread;
and Vixen!
He spoke not a word, but went straight to his
On, Comet! on Cupid! on, Donder and
work,
Blitzen!
And filled allthe thestockings; then turned
To the top of the porch! to the top of the
with a jerk,
wall!
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!
And giving a nod, upthe chimney he rose;
As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a
fly,
whistle,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to
And away they all flew like the down of a
the sky, So up to the house-top the coursers
thistle.
they flew,
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of
With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas
sight,
too.
Christmas to all, and to all a good-night.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof.
Daily Life - Having Leftovers (C0338)
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
A: Whats for dinner?
As I drew in my head, and was turning
B: Leftovers.
around,
A: What? Leftovers of what and from when?
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a
B: From last night! I took the left over
bound.
turkey, mixed it with some diced peppers and
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to
onions, added a little bit of mayonnaise and
his foot,
made some sandwiches!
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes
A: Isnt that dangerous though? I mean
and soot;
bacteria and germs reproducing on food that
A bundle of toys he had flung on his back,
was left out or reheated?
And he looked like a peddler just opening his
B: Well, I didnt leave the turkey out at room
pack.
temperature for more than an hour and I
His eyes how they twinkled! his dimples
refrigerated it soon after we finished eating.

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Also, when reheating,
A: Yeah I know what you mean. Thats why
I put it in the oven for fifteen minutes at one
this year
hundred degrees Celsius.
I am keeping things more simple. Maybe like
A: Well ok, I am just afraid of getting food
getting together with friends I havent seen
poisoning.
in a long time, or doing some volunteering
B: Dont worry about it! Making a new meal
work.
out of leftovers is almost an art! Not only do
B: That seems reasonable. We should get
you save money, but you also get to be
together and watch the ball drop in Times
creative and have something different to eat!
Square.
Global View - Parent Teacher
A: Sure, as long as you dont try to kiss me
Conference (C0339)
at midnight!
A: Thank you for coming tonight Mrs.
B: Well, we cant break tradition! Its bad
Webber. As a teacher, its great seeing the
luck!
kids parents assist our parent-teacher
Daily Life - Baking A Cake (C0341)
conference night.
A: Ok, so are you ready to learn how to bake
B: Of course! I am very interested to know
a cake?
how my child is doing and also get some
B: Almost, let me just put my apron on.
insight from you as to how he can improve.
A: Ok, so the first thing we are going to do is
A: Well Allen is a great student. He is a hard
preheat the oven, that way we have it at the
worker and very well behaved, however he
desired temperature once we finish preparing
does struggle a bit with math.
everything.
B: I guess he gets that from me, I never did
Set it to three hundred and seventy five
well in math when I was a kid. What can I do
degrees
at home to compliment what he is learning in
Fahrenheit.
the classroom.
B: Got it.
A: Well, its important that you sit with him
A: No we are gonna make the batter. Take
and review his homework assignments and
some butter and sugar and mix it lightly until
help him with math. I would also recommend
you have a nice consistency. Then add some
he stay after school twice a week for tutoring
vanilla extract and eggs and continue mixing.
sessions. It will really help a lot.
B: Do I have to use a whisk or can I use the
B: Thanks a lot! I will definitely do that. Is
electric mixer?
there anything else?
A: Go ahead and use the mixer, but put it on
A: Um.. yes. Here is a notice from our
medium speed. Im gonna sift the flour and
financial department, seems your childs
baking powder separately and then we can
tution is overdue.
mix it with milk and the rest of the
B: Oh yes, I....
ingredients.
Global View - Happy New Year! (C0340)
B: Ok, so now we need a baking pan right?
A:: Its almost midnight! We are about to
A: Yeah, but grease and flour it first so the
start a brand new year!
cake wont stick to it when it bakes.
B: I know its so exciting! A new year is
B: Done. So how long do we bake it for?
always like a clean slate.
A: We can leave it in there for about twenty
A:: fresh start to accomplish any dreams,
five minutes.
objectives and goals.
Then we let it cool for ten minutes before we
A: Do you have a New Years resolution?
remove the cake from the pan.
B: I was thinking about it, but Im never able
B: Wow! This was a lot easier than I thought!
to keep my New Years resolution. Last year
Global View - At The Library (C0342)
for example I joined a gym and only went
A: Wow! Look at all these books! I bet I can
twice.
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B: Shhh!! Please keep your voice down.
C: Very well sir. Anything to drink?
There are people reading and studying here.
A: Can we get a bottle of your house white
A: Ok, Im sorry. Are you the librarian?
wine please?
Maybe you can help me, I am looking for a
C: Superb choice. I will be back shortly with
book.
the wine.
B: Yes I am. You can check our online
Global View - Booking A Hotel Room
catalog to search the book you want based
(C0344)
on the genre, title or if you know the author,
A: Madison Suites, how may I help you?
I can point you towards the right direction.
B: Yes, Im calling from Mexico. I will be in
A: I am looking for a book that has nursery
town next week and would like to know if
rhymes.
you have availability.
B: That would be in our childrens section.
B: OK maam, can you tell me the date you
That book shelf there on the right.
expect to check in?
A: Ok, I would like to check out these books.
A: Yes, July ninth. I will be there for seven
B: Do you have a library card?
nights.
A: No. How do I get one?
B: We have a junior single suite or a superior
B: I just need to see your drivers license or
double suite available for those dates.
utility bill to prove that you a resident of this
A: Whats the difference?
state.
B: The junior suite is smaller and has one
A: Here you go.
twin bed, while the superior suite has a
B: So you are all set. You can have these
double bed and mini-bar.
books for two weeks. If you need to have
A: OK, I would like to reserve the superior
them longer, you can bring them here to
suite. Is breakfast included?
renew them. If you dont, you get charged
B: Yes, a buffet breakfast is served every
ten cents a day for each book.
morning. I will need your name and your
A: Ok, thanks!
credit card details in order to complete the
Daily Life - Seafood Dinner (C0343)
reservation.
A: This is such a nice restaurant! I feel so
A: Sure, my credit card number is...
classy!
Daily Life - Working Out (C0345)
B: Yeah, its a little bit pricey, but they serve
A: Do you want to go catch a movie tonight?
the best seafood in town.
B: I cant, I have to go tothe gym.
C: May I Take your order?
A: Come on! You can go tomorrow, just skip
B: Yes, I would like some marinated grilled
it today.
shrimp for starters and Ill also have the
Its not as if you are gonna get in trouble!
lobster.
B: Actually I will! I am working out with a
C: Excellent choice sir. And for you madame?
personal trainer that gets on my case if I
B: I would like the baked oysters and the
dont go. I like it, because it makes me feel
seafood platter.
more obligated to go and get healthy.
C: Very good madame.
A: Thats cool, does your personal trainer
B: That seafood platter sounds good. Excuse
basically teach you how to work out?
me, what does the platter have?
B: Yeah. He makes a work put plan
C: Its a great combination of clams,
depending on the areas I want to work on, or
scallops, squid mussels, calamari and fillets
the muscles I want to build. Like for example
of salmon and tuna.
in order to get better muscle tone in my abs,
It comes with a side of butter sauce and
pecs and biceps, he makes me work out with
French fries.
free weights. Then for my quads, calves and
B: That sounds great! Cancel the lobster and
hamstrings, I do leg lifts or squats.
give me one of the same please.
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shape!
Customer: All right. What varietal is that?
Global View - All About Wines (C0346)
Salesperson: Well, this is a French wine, so
Salesperson: Hello there, welcome to
they dont always specify the varietal on the
WineWorld. Let me know if I can help you
label.
out at all.
The French believe that the soil a grape is
Customer: Um, yes, please, I could really
grown in is one of the most important factors
use some help. Im going over to my boss
in the final flavor of the wine.
house for dinner tonight and dont know
This wine is probably a blend of a few
what kind of wine I should bring.
different types of grapes, mostly Viognier,
Salesperson: OK, do you know what kind of
Id guess.
food will be served?
Customer: And you think this is a good wine?
Customer: Well, his wife is Japanese. He said
Salesperson: Yes, this is one of our best-
she makes really good sushi.
sellers. Its not quite as dry as the Sauvignon
Salesperson: Hmm, thats a bit of a
Blanc we were looking at earlier, which
challenge. Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair
means its more approachable. Its light and
with wine.
crisp, with a bit of a vanilla aroma.
Well, lets see. have to be a white wine, of
Customer: Perfect! Ill take it!
course.
Global View - Immigration and Customs
Customer: Why? Wouldnt a red wine go well
(C0347)
with sushi?
A: Good afternoon, passport and arrival card
Salesperson: No, I dont think so. Sushi is a
please.
very delicately flavored food, and red wine
B: Here you are.
would be a jarring contrast. You need a white
A: Where are you coming from?
wine, which has more subtle flavors, to
B: China.
complement the fish.
A: Is this your country of birth or residence.
Customer: I see. So should I get a bottle of
B: I just work there.
Chardonnay? Thats a white wine, right?
A: What is the purpose of your visit to the
Salesperson: Yes, Chardonnay is a white
United States?
wine, but
B: Im here on vacation.
Im not sure itd be your best bet.
A: How long do you plan to stay in the
Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied
United States?
whites, and tends to be a bit oaky. Id
B: Almost three weeks.
suggest that you go for something
A: Sir, you didnt fill out the information on
brighter, like this Sauvignon Blanc from New
your arrival card of where you will be
Zealand.
staying.
Customer: Sauvignon Blanc? Whats that?
B: Oh, Im sorry, but there are a couple of
Salesperson: Thats another varietal, or type
different places I will travel to within the
of grape, just like Chardonnay.
United States, so I wasnt sure what to put.
Customer: Lets see. The label says its got
A: You must specify an address of the place
attractive citrus and grassy aromas that
where you will spend most of your time.
give way to crisp, mineral flavors and a
B: Ok, here you are.
bonedry finish. Serve chilled. Oh, no, how
A: Do you have enough means to support
long will it take to chill the wine? Im on my
yourself while you are here?
way to the dinner now.
B: Yes. I have some travellers cheques and
Salesperson: Its OK, dont worry, well just
two credit cards.
choose a wine from the cooler. We dont have
A: Very good. Do you have anything to
quite as extensive a selection over here,
declare?
but...this Rhone Valley white would be lovely.
B: Nope. I only have my clothes and camera!

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A: Very well sir, welcome to the United
needles that are micro thin; they dont hurt
States, enjoy your visit.
at all.
The Weekend - Talking About Skincare
However, if you are really scared of
(C0348)
acupuncture, scraping or cupping are also
A: You want to go get a facial with me today?
options.
B: Dude, what are you talking about? Only
B: Scraping is too terrifying. When they
girls do that.
finish scrapping, your body is all red, as if
A: Not at all, guys also get facials, manicures
you were just tortured.
and pedicures. There is nothing wrong with
Cupping is the same, your body ends up with
looking after your skin and looking good.
red circles all over itlooks like someone beat
B: True. So what do they do to you at your
you up.
beauty spa?
A: This only signifies that the toxins have left
A: Well, first they exfoliate my face, getting
the body. Actually, there is only discomfort
rid of all the dead skin. Then I get a face
during the treatment process. Once its over
mask with nutrients that keep my skin
you feel very comfortable.
healthy and young. Afterwards, they apply
B: Chinese medicine is strange. The patients
some moisturizer and you leave feeling like a
are already
million bucks.
ill, and then the doctor makes them suffer
B: That doesnt really sound like something I
more.
would be interested in. In any case, I just
A: This is the only way to get at the problem.
wash my face every night and use sunscreen
Anyway, if you want to relieve the pain, You
during the day.
are just going to have to be tough and do it.
A: Well you should come with me one day,
B: Forget it. I dont want to inflict any more
Im sure youll love it.
pain on myself. In a little while Ill go and
B: Uh... no.
buy some more painkillers and take a nap.
Global View - Chinese Medicine (C0349)
Daily Life - Talking About Relatives
A: Whats wrong?
(C0350)
B: I have a headache. These past few days
A: What are you doing this weekend?
Ive been living off painkillers. Man, I feel like
B: My brother in law is having a small get
my head is going to explode.
together at his house and he invited me.
A: You should get acupuncture treatment. My
A: Is it a family thing or just friends?
mom was always having headache issues
B: A bit of both. Some cousins, aunts and
and it was acupuncture that cured her.
uncles will be there, but also some friends
B: The results are too slow. On top of that,
from the neighborhood.
just the thought of smoking needles poking
A: Is your great uncle Rick going to be
into my flesh frightens me.
there? He is really funny.
A: They dont just randomly stick you, they
B: Yeah he is going to be there with his step-
find your pressure points. The heat allows
son and his ex-wife.
the body to immediately respond to the
A: You mean your sister?
treatment, restoring the bodys chi.
B: No, Rick is actually my great uncle, so he
B: But I get scared the moment I see a
is my grandmothers brother.
needle. How could I stand having needles in
A: You lost me.
my body for hours on end?
B: Ill explain later, lets go.
A: The needles are very thin, and as long as
Daily Life - Vaccinations (C0351)
the doctors technique is good, and the
A: Hello Mrs. Parker, how have you been?
patient himself is relaxed, it wont hurton
B: Hello Dr. Peters. Just fine thank you. Ricky
the contrary it will actually alleviate pain.
and I are here for his vaccines.
Now there are high-tech
A: Very well. Lets see, according to his

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vaccination record, Ricky has received his
Global View - College Life (C0353)
Polio, Tetanus and
A: Hey, Jordan, is that you? Long time no
Hepatitis B shots. He is 14 months old, so he
see!
is due for Hepatitis A, Chickenpox and
B: Oh, hey, no kidding! I havent seen you
Measles shots.
since orientation three months ago! So
B: What about Rubella and Mumps?
howve you been?
A: Well, I can only give him these for now,
Settling into college life OK?
and after a couple of weeks I can administer
A: Yeah, I think so! I pledged Phi Iota Alpha,
the rest.
so Im living at the frat house now.
B: Ok great. Doctor, I think I also may need
B: Oh, so youre a frat boy now, huh?
A: Yeah, yeah, I know, its totally clich e,
Tetanus booster. Last time I got it was
but really, I think its been a good decision.
maybe fifteen years ago!
Ive got a lot of support and good
A: We will check our records and Ill have the
suggestions from the guys.
nurse administer the booster as well. Now,
What about you? What have you been up to?
please hold
B: Not much. Im still living at home and
Rickys arm tight, this may sting a little.
commuting to school. I ended up dropping
Global View - The 7 Wonders Of The
that metalworking class I was so excited
World (C0352)
about. It just wasnt as interesting as Id
A: Have you seen this news article?
hoped. The guidance counselor suggested
Apparently an
that I focus on my prerequisite courses so
organization has made a list to name the
that I can make sure the credits count.
new seven wonders of the world and people
A: That sounds smart. . . but kind of boring.
could vote for them online.
B: Yeah, it is, a little bit. I joined the Great
B: Wow, thats really interesting. So who
Outdoors
won?
Club, though, which has been a lot of fun.
A: Well, the Great Wall of China, the Taj
Weve gone on two camping trips already,
Mahal in
and Ive made some good friends.
India.
A: Thats cool. Hey, so have you decided on
B: Ive been there! It really is an amazing
your major yet?
work of architecture and art. The entire
B: Definitely pre-med. What about you?
complex is made of white marble and in the
A: I still have no clue. . . but we dont have
interior of the tomb, the walls are covered
to declare a major til our sophomore year,
with gems and emeralds!
so Ive got time!
A: Cool! Also amongst the winners is Petra,
Oops, Im late for class. Gotta run!
in Jordan,
B: OK, take care! Hey, nice running into you!
Machu Picchu in Peru and the pyramid in
A: Yeah, you too!
Chichenitza in Mexico.
Global View - Homeschooling (C0354)
B: Wait a minute! It also says that the Christ
A: I think we should home school our
Redeemer statue in Brazil and the Colosseum
children when we decide to have kids.
in
B: What? Why?
Rome are wonders. I would love to go to
A: Well, our public schools here are not very
Italy and see the Colosseum, stand in the
good and private school are just too
middle like a gladiator!
expensive. I have been reading up on home
A: Well, lets see if we can find some cheap
schooling and it has a lot of advantages.
airfare and we can go towards the end of the
B: Like what? I think that by doing
year.
something like that we would be isolating our
B: Good idea!
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A: Well, first of all, I would be able to teach
B: Tonight at seven.
them everything they learn in school in a
A: Im sorry sir, but we are fully booked
more relaxed and fun way. I also think that
tonight until eight.
having a one-on-one class is much better
B: In that case, eight oclock is fine.
since you can focus more on his or her
A: Very well, and how many people will
strengths or weaknesses.
attend tonight?
B: I think neither your parents or mine would
B: Four people.
agree to such an idea.
A: Lastly, may I please know what name I
A: I will bring it up over Sunday brunch.
should make the reservation under?
B: Good luck with that!
A: Mark.
Daily Life - Lending Money (C0355)
Daily Life - Text Me (C0358)
A: Can I borrow five bucks?
A: Why didnt you text me last night?
B: No!
B: What? I sent you three or four messages!
A: Come on! Ill pay you back on Tuesday.
A: I didnt get any of them. I was waiting for
B: Last time I lent you money, you never
you to text me the address of where the
paid me back.
party was and I never got your message.
A: I promise if you lend me five dollars
B: Why didnt you just call? I hate sending
today, I will repay you in full next week.
SMS messages.
B: Ok, but Im taking your skateboard as
A: Well, because I didnt have any credit on
collateral.
my phone. I used it all up this month.
A: Fine! I cant believe you dont trust me.
B: I thought you had an unlimited SMS plan?
B: Its nothing personal, just business.
A: I do, but if I dont have any credit in my
Daily Life - Coins and Money (C0356)
phone, it wont let me call or send messages.
A: Help me organize these coins.
B: No wonder you didnt get my texts!
B: Thats a lot of money! What did you do?
Global View - E-mail Scam (C0359)
Break the piggy bank?
A: I got an urgent email from Tom! He says
A: Yeah, Im gonna go to the bank and
he is in
change it for bills, but first I have to separate
London and got robbed and needs us to wire
them into little piles.
him some money for his hotel.
B: Ok, Ill find all the quarters and dimes
B: What? That sounds really dodgy tome.
while you sort the nickels and pennies.
A: No way, Tom is an honest person, he
A: Great, then we can add everything up and
wouldnt lie tome.
take it to the bank.
B: No I mean, it seems like someone may
B: I found some coins that are not from
have hacked his email account and sent that
here.
out. I mean think about it, why would he
A: Oh yeah, those are from my trip to
email you instead of calling you.
London. I have a couple of different pence,
A: Do you really think someone is trying to
but in all it wont add up to one pound.
scam people into sending money?
B: Are you sure the bank will change these
B: For sure! There are so many con artists
coins for you?
out there, you never really know.
A: Hopefully!
Global View - Urban Legends (C0360)
Daily Life - Making A Dinner Reservation
A: Have you read all these crazy things that
(C0357)
are going on around the world?
A: Bruno Bistro, how may I help you?
B: What do you mean?
B: Yes hello, I would like to make a
A: I was reading about how some people get
reservation please.
tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and
A: Certainly sir, For which day and time
have their organs removed! Then they are
please?
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B: Dont tell me you actually believe all that?
I was feeling detached and lonely, even
Dont be so gullible, they are just urban
though there was really no reason to feel
legends. They are just stories people make
that way.
up to scare you.
A: Well, maybe your mood will swing
A: Well, I was also reading about how some
positively and you will feel confident, brave
popular songs have subliminal or even
and hopeful!
satanic messages if you play them
B: I hope you are right.
backwards! Can you believe that?
Daily Life - Living With Your Parents
B: You really think an artist or songwriter is
(C0363)
going to go through the trouble of putting
A: Why did your girlfriend break up with you?
subliminal or satanic messages in a song?
B: I dont know, she said she was tired of me
Dont be so naive!
not manning up and being more
A: Well maybe you are right, but how about
independent, which I think is all a bunch of
the story of how KFC has rows of headless
crap.
chickens which are super grown in order to
A: Well, you still live with your parents, so
get bigger chickens faster!
she does have a point.
B: Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true
B: What do you mean? Lots of people live
dont you think?
with their parents, especially when rent is so
Daily Life - Fast Food (C0361)
expensive and the slump in the economy.
A: Im hungry, lets order up something to
A: Yeah, but you are almost forty! Plus, you
eat.
make good money so there is really no
B: Ok, maybe we can order a soup and a
excuse. Its simply because you are a
salad from the restaurant down the street.
mommas boy.
A: I was thinking of getting a hamburger,
B: Whatever dude, I have everything I need,
fries and a chocolate sundae.
why would I move out! Have a great roof
B: You eat too much junk food. That sort of
over my head, my mom does my laundry
stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high
and cooks for me, what else could a guy ask
in cholesterol.
for!
A: Well I never seem to gain weight so I
A: Lets agree to disagree.
dont mind.
Daily Life - Hiring Help (C0364)
B: Its not only about getting fat or not, its
A: Can you help me write a newspaper ad?
about being healthy. You could really have
B: Sure, what are you looking to buy or sell?
some health problems later on.
A: Actually, I want to hire someone to help
A: How about pizza or maybe some fried
me around the house.
chicken!
B: Oh, you want to get a maid?
Better yet, lets order some hot dogs!
A: Well, I think its better if you call her a
B: You are a lost cause.
cleaning lady or domestic help.
Daily Life - What Mood Are You In?
B: Ok, so what do you want her to do?
(C0362)
A: Well, lets see. I want her to come in three
A: Are you ok? You seem a bit anxious.
times a week for a couple of hours to clean
B: Yeah Im OK, I have been having a lot of
the kitchen, bathroom and maybe do some
mood swings lately. I think it has to do with
cooking.
the pills my doctor prescribed that are
B: Got it. And how much do you offer per
causing chaos on my hormones.
month?
A: So you mean you feel ecstatic one minute
A: I would pay her hourly, I dont know what
and then blue the next?
the going rate is though.
B: Yeah, its weird. For example just this
B: I know for sure its more than minimum
morning
wage but maybe you should just negotiate

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with the person that answers the ad.

A: Great! Thanks for your help!
Daily Life - Household Chores (C0365)
A: Kevin, what is this mess? It looks like a
pigsty in here! Clean this up!
B: Ok dad, I will do it in a minute, let me just
finish this level of this game.
A: No, I said now! Plus, you are grounded,
youre not allowed to play video games. I
want you to make your bed, do the laundry
and then come downstairs and sweep the
floors.
B: Thats so unfair!
A: You have to pull your weight around here
young man. My house, my rules.
B: But I already mopped the floors, dusted
the furniture and vacuumed the rugs!
A: Thats great, but you still have work to do,
so get to it.
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Englishpod Dialogues

Elementary Difficult Customer (B0001)

be a mixup, unfortunately were overbooked

A: Good evening. My name is Fabio, Ill be

your waiter for tonight. May I take your

A: Not to worry. Were pleased to offer you a

B: No, Im still working on it. This menu is

not even in English. Whats good here?

B: Presidential suite baby!

A: For you sir, I would recommend spaghetti

Elementary The Office I need an assist

B: Does it come with coke and fries?

A: ...like I told you before, we just dont

A:It comes with either soup or salad and a

have the resources to hire you an assistant.

complimentary glass of wine, Sir.

B: I understand that, but the fact is were

B: Ill go with the spaghetti and meatballs,

salad and the wine.

A: The timing is just not right. The economy

A: Excellent choice, your order will be ready

is bad, and its too risky to take on new staff.

B: Yeah, I guess youre right.... heres an

B: How soon is soon?

if we hire an intern? She would take some of

B: You know what? Ill just go grab a burger

the weight off my shoulders.

across the street.

Elementary Calling In Sick (B0002)

B: Yeah, you know, a recent graduate. She

A: Hello, Daniel speaking, how may I help

could give me a hand with some of these

projects and we could keep our costs down.

B: Hi, Daniel, Julie here.

A: That sounds reasonable... let me see what

A: Hi, Julie, how are you?

B: Actually, Im feeling quite ill today.

A: Tony, Id like to introduce you to your new

A: Im sorry to hear that. Whats wrong?

B: I think Im coming down with the flu. I

B: OK, great! Lets meet her!

have a headache, a sore throat a runny nose

and Im feeling slightly feverish.

B: Oh... hi... Im Tony...

A: I see... so youre calling in sick?

Elementary Daily Life Cut In Line (C00

B: Yes, I was hoping to take the day off to

A: I cant believe it took us two hours to get

A: OK, then. Try and get some rest.

here. The traffic in New York is unbelievable.

Elementary Daily Life Hotel Upgrade (

B: Yeah, but just relax honey, were here and

were going on vacation. In a few hours well

A: Good afternoon. What can I do for you?

be in Hawaii, and youll be on the golf