Elementary - Difficult Customer(0001) B: But there must be some mistake; my

A: Good evening. My name is Fabio. I'll be reservation was for a standard room.
your waiter for tonight. May I take your A: Are you sure? Let me double check .
order? B: Yeah…Here, this is my confirmation
B: No, I'm still working on it. This menu number.
isn't even in English. What's good here? A: You're right Mr. Roberts, there seems
A: For you sir, I would recommend to be a mix-up, unfortunately we're
spaghetti and meatballs. overbooked at the moment .
B: Does it come with coke and fries? B: So…
A: It comes with either soup or salad and A: Not to worry. We're pleased to offer
a complimentary glass of wine, sir. you a complimentary upgrade.
B: I'll go with the spaghetti and B: Presidential suite baby!
meatballs, salad and the wine. The Office - I need an assistant!(0004)
A: Excellent choice. Your order will be A: ...like I told you before, we just don't
ready soon. have the resources to hire you an
B: How soon is soon? assistant.
A: Twenty minutes? B: I understand that, but the fact is we're
B: You know what? I'll just go grab a understaffed.
burger across the street. A: The timing is just not right. The
Elementary - Calling In Sick(0002) economy is bad, and it's too risky to take
A: Hello, Daniel speaking, how may I help on new staff.
you? B: Yeah, I guess you're right.... here's an
B: Hi, Daniel, Julie here. idea, what if we hire an intern? She
A: Hi, Julie, how are you? would take some of the weight off my
B: Actually, I'm feeling quite ill today. shoulders.
A: I'm sorry to hear that. What's wrong? A: She?
B: I think I'm coming down with the flu. I B: Yeah, you know, a recent graduate. She
have a headache, a sore throat a runny could give me a hand with some of these
nose and I'm feeling slightly feverish. projects and we could keep our costs
A: I see... so you're calling in sick? down.
B: Yes, I was hoping to take the day off to A: That sounds reasonable... let me see
recover. what I can do.
A: OK, then. Try and get some rest. A: Tony, I'd like to introduce you to your
Daily Life - Hotel Upgrade(0003) new assistant.
A: Good afternoon. What can I do for B: OK, great! Let's meet her!
you? C: Hi, I'm Adam.
B: I'd like to check in please. I have a B: Oh... hi... I'm Tony...
reservation under the name Anthony Daily Life - Cut In Line(0005)
Roberts. A: I can't believe it took us two hours to
A: All right R.O.B.E.R.T.S... Oh, Mr. Roberts get here. The traffic in New York is
we've been expecting you… and here is unbelievable.
your keycard to the presidential suite.
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B: Yeah, but just relax honey, we're here PC? It’s acting up again. It must have a
and we're going on vacation. In a few virus or something.
hours we'll be in Hawaii, and you'll be on B: Just give me a second; I’ll be right up.
the golf course. B: I ran a virus scan on your computer,
A: Oh no! Look at that line! It must be a and it turns out that you have a lot of
mile long! There's no way I'm waiting for infected files!
another two hours. A: But I’m quite careful when I’m
B: Honey... don't... browsing the internet, I have no idea how
C: Hey man, the end of the line is over I could have picked up a virus.
there. B: Well, you have to make sure that your
A: Yeah... anti-virus software is updated regularly;
C: No seriously, I was here first, and you yours wasn't up to date, that's probably
can't cut in line like this. what was causing your problems.
A: Says who? A: Ok. Anything else?
C: I do! B: Yeah, try not to kick or hit the
A: So sue me! computer!
C: Alright...that's it.... A: Um yeah… Sorry about that.
The Weekend - Road Trip(0006) Daily Life - What's your name again?
A: So, are we all ready to go? (0008)
B: Yup, I think so. The car's packed; we A: Nick! How's it going?
have munchies and music, and the map's B: Oh, hey...
in the car. A: What are you doing in this
A: Did you get the camera? neighbourhood? Do you live around
B: Got it! Did you fill up the tank? here?
A: Yup, it's all set. B: Actually, my office is right around the
B: You're sure we're not forgetting corner.
anything? A: It was great to meet you last week at
A: I'm sure... we've got all our bases the conference. I really enjoyed our
covered. conversation about foreign investment.
B: Well… let's get going then! I love road B: Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting.
trips! You know, I'm in a bit of a hurry, but
B: Um... do you think we can make a pit here's my card. We should definitely
stop? meet up again and continue our
A: But we've only been on the road for discussion.
ten minutes. A: Sure, you still have my contact details,
B: I know, but I forgot to go to the right ?
bathroom before we left. B: You know what, this is really
The Office - Virus!(0007) embarrassing, but your name has just
A: Oh great! This stupid computer froze slipped my mind. Can you remind me?
again! That’s the third time today! Hey A: Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Don't
Samuel, can you come take a look at my worry about it; it happens to me all the
time. I'm terrible with names too.
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The Weekend - Silence please!(0009) D: A two-for-one promotion? Hmm. I
A: Those people in front of us are kind of like the sound of that. It sounds
making so much noise. It’s so like something we should consider.
inconsiderate! A: Yeah, exactly. Just what I was thinking!
B: Don’t worry about it; it's not such a In fact, that's a brilliant idea! I'm glad we
big deal. thought of that. Very creative.
A: Oh... I can’t hear a thing! Excuse me, Daily Life - New Guy in Town(0011)
can you keep it down? A: Oh, I don't know if you heard, but
C: Sure, sorry 'bout that! someone moved into that old house down
A: Someone’s phone is ringing! the road.
B: Honey, I think it’s your phone. Did you B: Yeah, I know. I met the owner of the
forget to switch it off? house yesterday as he was moving in. His
A: Oh, no! You’re right. That’s so name is Armand.
embarrassing! A: Really? What's he like? You have to
C: Do you mind keeping it down? I’m fill me in.
trying to watch a movie here! B: Actually, he's a bit strange. I don't
The Office - Driving Sales(0010) know... I've got a bad feeling about him.
A: All right, people. We're holding this A: Really? Why?
meeting today because we've got to do B: Well, yesterday I brought over a
something about our sales, and we need housewarming gift, but Armand started
to do it NOW! I want concrete solutions. acting really weird, and then he
How do you intend to drive sales... Roger? practically kicked me out! I tried to, sort
B: Well, in fact, we're the most expensive of, peek into his house, but everything
in the market, so maybe we need to was so dark inside that I couldn't really
lower our prices to match the get a good look.
competitors? A: Well, you'll never guess what I saw
A: Lower our prices? Not very creative. this morning. A delivery truck pulled into
It'll never fly with Swan. What kind of his driveway, and it dropped off a long,
thinking is that? Geez. Anybody else have rectangular box. It almost looked like a
a better plan? Natalie? coffin!
C: Um, perhaps, um, a sales promotion. B: You see! Why would he...
Maybe a two-for-one offer, or something C: Hello ladies...
like that! B: Ah, Armand! You scared the heck out
A: What? That's the same thing. Bad idea. of me! This is my friend Doris.
Really bad idea. Dammit people come on! C: A pleasure to meet you...If you are not
Think! The CEO will be here any minute. doing anything tonight, I would like to
D: Do we have any ideas yet? have you both for dinner. I mean...I would
C: Yes Mr. Swan, we were kind of like to have you both over for dinner.
considering a two-for-one offer to get Daily Life - Cleaning the House(0012)
more competitive. A: Honey, the house is such a mess! I
need you to help me tidy up a bit. My
boss and her husband are coming over for
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dinner and the house needs to be B: The list goes on and on. Here, this is a
spotless! bill for five thousand dollars for spa
B: I'm in the middle of something right treatments!
now. I'll be there in a second. A: Thank you; that will be all. I'll take
A: This can't wait! I need your help now! care of it.
B: Alright, alright. I'm coming. B: Look at this one sir, eight thousand
A: Ok, here's a list of chores we need to dollars were spent in one night at a place
get done. I'll do the dishes and get all the called "Wild Things"?!
groceries for tonight. You can sweep and A: OK, I get it!! Thank you for your very
mop the floors. Oh, and the furniture thorough analysis!
needs to be dusted. Daily Life - I'm in Debt(0014)
B: You know what, I have to pick A: Hello, I’m here to see Mr. Corleone.
something up at the mall, so why don't B: Right this way, sir.
you clean the floors and I’ll go to the C: Charlie! What can I do for you?
supermarket and get all the groceries. B: Mr. Corlone, I’m really sorry to trouble
A: Sure that's fine. Here is the list of all you, but I need your help.
the things you need to get. Don’t forget C: Anything for you, Charlie! Your father
anything! And can you pick up a bottle of was like a brother to me.
wine on your way home? B: Well, sir, you see, this recession has hit
B: Hey, honey I'm back. Wow, the house me pretty hard; I lost my job and I’m in a
looks really good! lot of debt.
A: Great! Can you set the table? C: I see……
B: Just a sec I'm just gonna vacuum this B: Yeah, you know, I’ve got credit card
rug real fast bills, car payments, I’ve got to pay my
A: Wait! Don't turn it on... mortgage; and on top of all that, I have to
The Office - Out Of Control pay my son’s college tuition.
Spending(0013) C: So you’re asking for a loan.
A: OK, so now the last point on our B: Well, I just thought maybe you could
agenda. Jill, let's go over the profit and help me out.
loss statement. C: What? At a time like this? I’m broke
B: Great. Well, the main issue here, as too, you know! You’re not the only one
you can see, is that our expenses are who has been hit by the recession! I lost
through the roof. half my money in the stock market
A: Let's see... These numbers are off the crash! Go on! Get outta here!
charts! What's going on here! Daily Life - I'm sorry, I love you(0015)
B: Well, um, sir, the company A: Whoa, whoa, what's going on? Watch
expenditures on entertainment and travel out!
are out of control. Look at these bills for B: Hey, watch where you're going!
example. Just this month we've paid over A: Oh, no! I'm so sorry! Are you all
twenty thousand dollars for hotel right?
charges! B: Oh...I don't know.
A: OK, thank you. I'll look into it.
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A: I feel terrible, I really didn't mean to B: What's your problem? Geez. Having a
knock you over. My tire, just exploded, fit is not going to help!
and I lost control of my bike. Really, it A: Here, I know a short cut... just go
was an accident. Please accept my down here and we'll cut through Ashburn
apologies. Heights. Let's go, let's go! Watch out for
B: Just let me try to stand up. that lady!
SONG: Why do birds suddenly appear, B: I'm going as fast as I can!
every time you are near? A: Yes! We made it. 5:58, just before the
A: Are you okay? library closes.
B: Oh, wait a second, you seem really B: You're such a geek!
familiar, I think I know you from Global View - Here Comes the
somewhere. Bride(0017)
A: Yeah, I think we have met somewhere A: I can't believe that Anthony is finally
before. That's right! We met at Aaron's getting married!
place last weekend! What a coincidence! B: Yeah, well, it's about time. He's been
But anyway, I'm glad to see that you're living with his parents for forty years!
not too badly hurt, and I should probably A: Don't be mean. Look, here come the
get going. I have a nine o'clock meeting. bridesmaids! Their dresses look
B: Ouch! My ankle! I think it's broken! beautiful!
You can't just leave me like this! Are you B: Who are those kids walking down the
calling an ambulance? aisle?
A: Nope, I'm canceling my appointment A: That's the flower girl and the ring
so that I can stay here with you. bearer. I'm pretty sure they're the
SONG: Do you remember when we met? groom's niece and nephew. Oh, they look
That's the day I knew you were my pet. I so cute!
wanna tell you how much I love you. B: I just hope the priest makes it quick.
Daily Life - Turn left here!(0016) I'm starving. I hope the food's good at the
A: Hurry up, get in! reception.
B: I'm in , let's go! A: That’s all you ever think about, food!
A: OK, make a left here...no wait, I meant Oh, I think the bride's coming now! She
make a right. Come on speed up! looks gorgeous. Wait, what's she doing?
B: Geeze! What's the rush? Where's she going?
A: Don't worry about it, just drive. Oh, B: Oh, great! Does this mean that the
no, the light is about to change... step on reception is canceled?
it! Global View - Protest!(0018)
B: Are you nuts? I'm not going to run a A: This is Action 5 News reporter Sarah
red light! O'Connell reporting live from
A: Whatever. Just turn right here. The Washington, D. C. where a protest has
freeway will be packed at this hour.... broken out. Thousands of angry citizens
let's take a side street. Go on! Get out of are protesting against the proposed
our way! Move, move! bailout of the auto manufacturing
industry! Sir, sir, Sar
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B: Yeah, yeah, we are here because we B: Don't take that tone with me. Do you
feel this is an injustice! The financial have an invoice for these items?
irresponsibility of big business has to A: Umm...no...I make these in my
stop! We're here to show the workshop in the North Pole!
government that we don't like the way B: You are under arrest, sir. You have
that they're spending our tax dolla the right to remain silent. You better not
A: Sir, but what exactly is making pout, you better not cry. Anything you
everyone so angry? say can and will be used against you.
B: It's an absolute outrage, Sarah, the You have the right to an attorney; if you
US government wants to give twenty-five cannot afford one, the state will appoint
billion dollars of taxpayers' money to A: You can't take me to jail! What
the auto industry. These are companies about my sleigh? It's Christmas Eve! I
that have been mismanaged and are have presents to deliver! Rudolph!
now nearly bankrupt. Prancer! Dancer! Get help!
A: I see. But, many supporters of the Daily Life - I Can See Clearly
bailout argue that it could help save the Now(0020)
jobs of millions of hardworking A: Hello, Arthur. What seems to be the
Americans. problem?
B: That may be true, and I for one don't B: Hey doc. Well, I think I might need
want to see anyone lose their job, but glasses. I'm getting headaches, and I
how can these CEOs ask for a bailout really struggle to see things that are far
when they're making millions of away. But I have always had 20/20
dollars? And then they have the nerve vision.
to fly to Washington in private jets! A: Sounds like you may be far-sighted.
This OK, then, cover your left eye and
A: Good point. This is Sarah O'Connell read the chart in front of you.
reporting live from Washington D. C., B: Mmm… X, E, R, 3, a question mark,
back to you, Tom. and I can't quite make out the other
The Weekend - Christmas Chronicles symbol but I think it's the peace sign.
I(0019) A: Wow, Arthur! You're as blind as a bat!
A: I hate working on Christmas Eve! B: Yeah, I know, my vision is really
Whoa! Get a load of this guy! Come in blurry at times.
central, I think we've got ourselves a A: Ok, then, head on over to the other
situation here. room and pick out some frames while I
B: License and registration please. Have fill out your prescription.
you been drinking tonight, sir? B: Thanks, doc!
A: I had one or two glasses of eggnog, but A: Arthur, that's the bathroom.
nothing else. The Office - What Do You Do?(0021)
B: Step out of the vehicle, please. Sir, A: Oh, look, there's Veronica and her
what do you have in the back? boyfriend. She's always going on about
A: Just a few Christmas gifts, 'tis the him at the office. Oh, great, they saw
season, after all! us. They're coming this way.
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B: Oh, man... C: Besides that, even if we let you go now,
C: Jessica! Arthur! Hi! I'd like you to your sleigh has been impounded and
meet my boyfriend Greg, he's the V. P. those reindeer were taken to the city zoo.
of quality and safety for a top A: What! This is unbelievable! What's this
Fortune 500 food company. world coming to? Christmas is ruined!
A: Nice to meet you. This is my C: What's that up ahead? It looks like...
husband, Arthur. elves!! Elves!! Whoa, they're shooting
B: Hey, how's it going? candy canes! Mayday, Mayday, we are
D: Hello. under heavy attack! We need backup!
A: Veronica talks about you all the time. The Office - Making an
I guess you must be pretty busy at Appointment(0023)
work. A: Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may
D: Well, yeah, a V. P. position is not I help you?
easy, you know! I implement policies B: Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I'm
and procedures nationwide. of various calling to arrange an appointment with
departments, as well as train junior Ms. McNealy.
managers in FDA and EPA regulations. A: Certainly, what day were you
I also have to oversee daily ope thinking of?
B: Wow, yeah... that sounds exciting. B: How's Thursday? Does she have
D: And what about you, Arthur? What any time available then?
do you do for a living? A: Um... let me double
B: Oh, I'm a Top Gun pilot! check...unfortunately, she's booked solid
The Weekend - Christmas Chronicles on Thursday, how does next Monday
II(0022) work for you?
A: Really, gentlemen, you can't take me B: Actually, I've got something
to jail! Don't you know who I am? Kris scheduled on Monday. Can she do
Kringle, you know, Papa Noel, Pere Tuesday?
Noel, Babbo Natale, sheng dan lao ren! A: Sure, Tuesday's perfect. May I ask
B: Yeah, Yeah, we've heard that one where you're calling from?
before, haven't we Joe? B: Sure, Merton Financial Advisors.
C: Yeah, last week we booked this guy A: Oh, actually, Tuesday's no good.
who claimed to be the tooth fairy! Can Sorry 'bout that.
you believe that? Daily Life - Where should we eat?
A: It's Christmas Eve and I have all these (0024)
presents to deliver! Where is your A: Do you two have any plans for the
Christmas spirit? What will happen evening?
when all the children wake up tomorrow B: We were thinking of checking out a
and don't find any gifts in their restaurant in the neigbourhood. Do you
stockings? have any suggestions?
B: Sorry buddy, you were parked in a A: I know this really nice Italian place.
no-parking zone, you were speeding, The food is fantastic, and the décor is
and you have no ID! beautiful. I'd recommend giving it a try.
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C: Actually, I'm not all that crazy employee-customer contact, perhaps
aboutItalian Italian food; I’m in the mood some IT solutions that will allow our
for something a bit lighter. people to work from home.
A: In that case, I know a great little C: I guess you’ll need me to forecast
bistro. They make a really tasty seafood employee absences as well, right? And
platter; the fish is outstanding. I’ll think about the impact this will have
B: It sounds fantastic, but I’m allergic to on our clients. Hey, what about vaccines?
seafood, so... Should we be thinking about getting
A: Okay, well, let me think... Oh, I know vaccines for our employees?
this great little place. It's just a hole in the A: Exactly right. So, I’ll leave this to you,
wall, but they do the most amazing and we’ll review the draft plan in two
sandwiches. You gotta give them a try. weeks. Okay, so, anyone want to order
C: Ella, you took me there last time I some KFC for lunch?
visited, and I got food poisoning, Daily Life - New Year's
remember? Resolution(0026)
The Office - Planning For The A: So, did I tell you about my New
Worst(0025) Year's resolution? I've decided to go on
A: Well, right, let’s move to our next a diet.
order of business, as many of you are B: And you're going to completely
aware, in recent weeks there has been a transform your eating habits, right?
lot of media coverage surrounding this A: Exactly! I'm going to cut out all
bird flu issue. And it's come to my that junk I eat; no more chips, no more
attention that our company lacks any sort soda, no more fried food.
of bird flu c B: I've heard this one before.
B: Basically, we need to come up with a A: But this time I'm going to stick to it.
clear plan; we need to outline specific I really mean it! Trust me, Carol, I'm
actions that our company can take to going to be a new man in one year's
maintain critical business functions in time!
case a pandemic strikes. B: Well, I guess we'll just have to wait
A: So, what I’d like to do is: first appoint and see.
someone to look after drafting our plan; A: Thanks, honey, that was a great
Ralph, I’d like you to head up this project. meal. I'm stuffed. Do we have any
C: Sure, no problem. What issues do you chips left?
want me to consider? The Office - Asking for Time Off(0027)
B: Well, let’s see, there are a few A: Mr. McKenna, do you have a
points we need to be thinking about... second? I need to talk to you about
first, I’ll need you to analyze our numbers something.
and figure out what kind of financial B: Sure, Liv, what can I do for you?
impact an outbreak might have. A: Well, I was just wondering... you
A: You’ll also need to think about how we see, I know I've used up all my
can avoid any of our employees getting vacation days this year, but my
infected; think of ways to reduce
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sister is getting married, and the Global View - Investing in Emerging
wedding is overseas, and, well... Markets(0029)
B: You wanna take some time off, is A: Dad, I'd like to borrow some
that right? money.
A: Well, sir, I was just hoping that I B: Sure, Johnny, how much do you
might be able to take some unpaid need? Five bucks?
leave this year. A: Come on, Dad, I need thirty
B: What dates are you planning on thousand. I wanna get into the market.
taking off? I'll need at least two You know, I'm tired of hearing all
months notice, so that I can plan for this news about the economic
your absence. downturn, the inevitable recession,
A: I was thinking of taking off from people stuffing their money in their
September first until the thirtieth. mattresse
Would you be okay with that? B: I don't know about that; with all
B: Well, I guess so. the uncertainty in the market right now,
Daily Life - I'm Sorry, I Love You it would be a very unwise decision to
II(0028) invest. I don't know if you're aware
A: I'm so relieved that your ankle son, but there has been a lot of
wasn't broken! I feel just awful about turmoil in the markets recentl
this whole thing. I wanna make it up to A: But look at it this way, every
you. Let me take you out to dinner challenge is an opportunity. And
tonight. My treat. anyway, I'm not talking about
B: That sounds great! I'd love to! Here investing in the domestic market.
is my address. Pick me up at eight? There are emerging markets that
A: Perfect! promise great returns. Look at China,
B: Thank you for such a lovely evening! for example; th
The food was amazing, and I had a B: Come on son, you're looking at this
great time. too naively, the Chinese market has
A: Me too. You look so beautiful exhibited a great deal of instability,
tonight! I wish this night would never and their currency has been devalued by
end. There's something I have to tell almost a whole percentage point.
you... A: Fine, then! If that's the way you
B: What is it? feel, so be it. But you're losing out on
A: I woke up today thinking this would a great opportunity here. I'm going to
be just like any other ordinary day, go hit up Mom for the cash.
but I was wrong. A twist of fate Daily Life - New Guy in Town II(0030)
brought us together. I crashed into A: Oh, Armand, thank you for such a
your life and you into mine, and this thoughtful invitation! It's really very nice
may sound crazy, but I'm falling of you to invite us over for dinner, don't
you think so, Ellen?
B: Oh, yes of course! We'd love to come
over. Can I bring anything?
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C: No, don't worry about it; I'll take care B: What? No wonder she told me she
of everything. I'll see you tonight. Come couldn't make it to the meeting, oh, no, I
with an appetite... I know I will! think she saw me...
B: I don't want go over to his place for Daily Life - Opening a Bank
dinner! He gives me the creeps! Why on Account(0032)
earth did you accept? A: Next, please. May I help you, sir?
A: Oh come on Ellen, it will be nice to get B: Hello, yes, I'd like to open a bank
to know him. Besides, he's new to the account.
neighborhood, and it would be rude to A: Certainly, I can can help you with that.
decline his invitation. What type of account would you like to
B: I guess so... You always rope me into open? A chequing or a savings account?
things like this! B: What What features do they offer?
C: Ladies! Thank you for coming! You A: Well, if you just take a look here, see,
look delicious... I mean beautiful. Please with our chequing account, you can have
come in. unlimited daily transactions for a small
A: Oh Oh Armand! You are too kind! monthly fee, and our savings account has
B: How did I get myself into this... a higher interest rate, but you must
The Office - Canceling an carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000
Appointment(0031) dollars.
A: Hello, Samantha speaking. B: I see, well, I think I'm more
B: Hi Samantha. This is Angela calling. interested in a chequing account; I like to
A: Oh, hi Angela, what's up? have easy access to my money.
B: I'm just calling about our meeting A: Alright, then, with this chequing
today. I wonder, is it possible to account you'll be issued a debit card and
reschedule our appointment in the a cheque book. Will you require overdraft
afternoon? I have a bit of an emergency protection? There is an extra fee for that.
that I need to take care of. B: No, that won't be necessary.
A: Let me see, it shouldn't be too much of A: In that case, I'll get you to fill out this
a problem... paperwork; I'll need your social
B: I'm really sorry, I hope it doesn't insurance number, and two pieces of
inconvenience you too much, it's just this government ID. If you could just sign
thing came up, and ... here, and here, and here; we'll be all set.
A: Angela, you know what, I can't make Would you like to make a deposit
it to our meeting, either. Why don't we today?
postpone it to tomorrow afternoon at the B: Yes, I'd like to deposit one billion
same time? dollars.
B: Sounds great. See you tomorrow. Elementary - Foul!(0033)
C: Angela... Angela, look up! See that A: Has the game started yet?
lady over there who is trying on a red B: Yeah, about 5 minutes ago.
leather jacket? Isn't that Samantha? A: Who’s winning?
B: The Bulls, of course!
A: What! That wasn’t a foul! C'mon, ref!
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B: Don't worry, Shaq always screws up on Capital Hill, and the audience is
free throws. shouting crying, and embracing each
A: You were right! He didn't make the other. On this, a most historic day,
shot! you can feel the hope and the
B: That was a great shot! A three pointer, excitement in the air. The twentieth of
yeah! January will go down in history as
A: Did you see that? He traveled and the the... Oh, Tom, it looks like the
ref didn't call it! President is about to to begin...
B: This ref needs glasses. Hey ref, open C: My fellow Americans, I stand before
your eyes! I can't believe he didn't see you...
that! Daily Life - He's not a Good Fit(0035)
A: Okay... end of the first quarter... A: So, Lauren, I just wanted to talk to
Alright, I'm gonna make a beer run. you quickly about our new customer
Global View - Live from support representative, Jason Huntley.
Washington(0034) B: Sure, what's up?
A: This is Madeline Wright, for BCC A: Basically, I've got a few concerns
News reporting live from Washington D. about him, and the bottom line is, I
C. where, very shortly, the new don't think he's a good fit for our
President will deliver his inaugural company.
address. Just moments ago, the B: Okay... what makes you say that?
President was sworn in to office; I thought you were pleased with his
following the United States Constitution overall performance. Didn't you just
the president swore an oath to tell me last week how impressed you
faithfully execute the office of the were with his attitude?
presidency. A: Yeah, his attitude is great, but
B: And what exactly is going on now, he's really unreliable. Sometimes he's
Madeline? really productive, but then other
A: Well, Tom, true to American times... take last Tuesday for instance,
tradition, the band has just played he was forty-five minutes late for
Hail to the Chief, and the President has our morning meeting!
been honored by a 21 gun salute. Now B: Well, I'm sure he had a perfectly
we're waiting for the President to take good reason...
to the stage and deliver his speech. A: But that's not the only thing... you
Tom, it's like a who's who of the know, he really doesn't have the best
political world here on Capital Hill, with work ethic, I'm constantly catching
dignitaries representing several him on MSN and Facebook when he
different countries. should be talking to clients.
B: What's the mood on the ground like, B: Yeah, but come on, Geoff, as if you
Madeline? don't check Facebook at work. Look,
A: In a word, the mood here is electric. you hired this guy, we've invested a
The excitement in the air is palpable; lot of time and money in his training,
I've never seen a larger crowd here
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so now it's up to you to coach him. B: Ha ha, right. Sounds to me like you're
Make it work, Geoff! more excited about the dumplings than
A: Make it work, Geoff. You would say seeing your Grandma.
that, wouldn't you, he is your cousin; A: Of course I miss Grandma, too. I bet
what a jerk, make me hire your she's gonna teach me how to play
stupid, useless, cousin. Mahjong! Hey, Dad, are you going to buy
Daily Life - I'm Sorry, I Love You me firecrackers this year? We're going to
III(0036) have the best fireworks! I'm really
A: Steven! Where have you been? I've looking forward to lighting them!
been trying to get a hold of you for B: Son, firecrackers aren't toys; they're
hours! dangerous!
B: I... um... there was an emergency at A: No, fireworks are awesome!
work, so... B: Whoa, don't you remember? Last year
A: I was waiting for you in the restaurant when I set off the firecrackers, you
for three hours! And you didn't even have covered both your ears and hid behind
the decency to call me! Do you have any your mother?
idea how embarrassed I was? A: Dad! I was scared because... because I
B: Honey, I promise this won't happen saw a bug. That's all.
again, it's just that I... B: Hahaha... really?
A: Yeah, right. I've heard it all before. A: Oh, and I can't wait to watch the
I'm not going to take any more of your dragon dance! Dad, can I sit on your
empty promises. This is the fifth time shoulders this time?
you've stood me up in two weeks! You B: Hey, I offered last year...
need to get your priorities straight. I'm A: Well, I... anyways, I was just thinking of
tired of you putting your job first all the the red envelopes. I wanna make a list of
time! all the things I'm gonna buy with my red
B: Come on, Veronica, that's not fair. I do envelope money! I can't wait! I'm gonna
care about you a lot, you know that. I have so much money! Mom, can I get a
tried to ... pen and a piece of paper?
A: You know what? Maybe we should just A: I want a new transformer, no, two
take a break. I need some time to think transformers...the Optimus Prime,
about where this relationship is heading. and...maybe the wheeljack? I'll get a PSP
B: But...Veronica, would you just listen to game, hahaha, and I'll buy the entire class
me? There was a fire alarm at my office lunch at MacDonald's...
building today and I was stuck... Daily Life - Buying a Car(0038)
Intermediate - Chinese New A: Hi there, can I help you folks?
Year(0037) B: I'm just browsing; seeing what's on
A: I'm so excited about Chinese New the lot. My daughter wants a car for her
Year! When do I get to visit Grandma? birthday, you know how it is.
Grandma makes the best dumplings in C: Dad! I'm sixteen already and I'm, like,
the world! the only one at school who doesn't have a
car!
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A: She is right, you know. Kids these days B: You know what, this is the best part.
all have cars. Let me show you something David is a junior investment banker at
we just got in: a 1996 sedan. Excellent Fortune Bank, so he's got a great career
gas mileage, it has dual airbags and anti path ahead of him!
lock brakes; a perfect vehicle for a young A: Hold on a sec, his name is David?
driver. B: Yeah?
C: Dad, I love it! It's awesome! Can we A: That's my brother!
get this one please? The Office - Can I ask you a favor?
B: I see... What can you tell me about (0040)
this one? A: Um, sorry to bother you um... my
A: Oh, that's just an old World War Two name is Rachel. I'm new here. Can I
tank that we use for TV commercials. ask you a favor?
Now about this sedan... B: Hi Rachel, welcome on board. I'm
B: Whoa, whoa wait a minute. Tell me afraid I can't help you right now. I'm
more about this tank. getting ready for a very important
A: Well, Sir, if you are looking for quality meeting.
and safety then look no further! Three A: Excuse me, but can I bother you for
inches of reinforced steel protect your a sec?
daughter from short range missile C: You know what? I'd love to help
attacks. you, but I'm about to meet an
B: Does the sedan protect her from important client. Do you wanna try
missile attacks? Sean instead? He sits right over
A: It does not. there.
B: Well, I don't know. Let me sleep on A: Sorry to interrupt you Sean, could
it. you do me a quick favor?
A: Did I mention the tank is a tank? D: Actually, I'm working on a
B: I'll take it! document that is due in a couple of
C: Dad! minutes. I really can't talk to you
Daily Life - My New Boyfriend(0039) right now. Sorry about that.
A: Irene! I heard you were on a date last A: Geeze! I just want to know where
night! So, how did it go? I want all the the bathroom is! What's wrong
juicy details! with you people!
B: Um... well, actually, we had a fantastic The Weekend - Movie Trailer(0041)
time last night. He was...amazing! A: In a digital world, even the strongest
A: Okay, now you really have to fill me in. must fight for survival. Two people,
What's he like? possess a secret so valuable, so powerful,
B: He's really good looking; he's quite they have to defend it at all costs.
tall, around 6'1'', he's in his early B: I don't care where they are, I don't
thirties, and he's got the most beautiful care what it takes... you find them and
dark brown eyes... bring them to me!
A: He sounds hot! What does he do for a A: They only had one chance! And their
living? chance was to fight back!
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D: You wanna play rough? Okay, say Daily Life - Applying for a Visa(0043)
hello to my little friend! A: So, you're applying for a B2 visa,
A: With a little help from a Governor... where is your final destination and
C: Listen to me! We have to get them what's the purpose of your trip to
outta there! No matter what! the United States?
A: Nothing will prevent them from doing B: I'm going to visit my brother; he's
their job! Double the action. just had a baby. He lives in
D: Get down! Minneapolis.
A: Triple the excitement. A: And how long do you you plan to
D: Get down again! remain in the United States?
A: This summer... nothing will stand in B: I'll be here for approximately three
their way. weeks. See, here's my return ticket for
B: I'm going to make him an offer he the twenty-sixth of March.
can't refuse. A: And, who is sponsoring your trip?
A: Two hosts, one podcast, coming to B: My brother, here, this is an
a theater near you. invitation letter from him. I will stay
The Office - I Need More Time(0042) with him and his family in their home.
A: So, Casey, how are things going A: Alright, tell me about the ties you
with the photos for the press kit? have to your home country.
B: Yeah, I've been meaning to talk to B: Well, I own a house; actually, I'm
you about that. I might need to ask leaving my dog there with my
for an extension on that deadline. neighbors. I have a car at home, and
A: You've had over a month to get oh, my job! I'm employed by Tornel
this finalized! Why are things as an engineer. Actually, I only have
delayed? three weeks' vacation, so I have to go
B: Well, the thing is, we ran into a lot back to work at the end of March.
of problems... A: And what evidence do you have
A: I'm not looking for excuses here. that you are financially independent?
I just want to get this finished on B: Well, I do have assets in my
time! country; like I said, I own a house,
B: I know, and I apologize for the and see, here's a bank statement
delay. But some things were just showing my investments, and my
beyond my control. I had trouble bank balance.
booking the the photographer, and A: I'm sorry, sir, we cannot grant you
then Michael was sick for three weeks, a B2 visa at this time, instead, you
so I couldn't include him in the are granted a resident visa!
photos, and the design team lost all Congratulations, you are the millionth
the files, so I had to redo the pictures. person to apply for a visa! You win!
A: I'm not going to put this off any Congratulations!
longer, Casey! I want those photos Daily Life - Small Talk(0044)
ASAP! A: Morning.

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B: Hi there, Mr. Anderson! How are you A: But I... I still love him! And it's all my
on this fine morning? fault! I can't believe how immature and
A: Fine, thank you. selfish I was being. I mean, he is a
B: It sure is cold this morning, isn't it? I firefighter, it's not like he can just leave
barely even got out of bed! someone in a burning building and meet
A: Yeah. It’s pretty cold, alright. me for dinner. I've totally messed this up!
B: Did you catch the news this morning? B: You know what, Veronica, I think you
I heard that there was a fire on Byron should make the first step. I'm sure he'll
Street. forgive you...
A: No, I didn't hear about that. A: No, this is not gonna happen! I... I've
B: Did you happen to watch the football ruined everything....
game last night? The Patriots scored in B: Hey... do you hear something? Guess
the last minute! what? It's your lovely firefighter!
A: No, I don’t like football. C: When I had you, I treated you bad and
B: Oh… By the way, I saw you with your wrong dear. And since, since you went
daughter at the office Christmas party. away, don't you know I sit around with
She is really beautiful! my head hanging down and I wonder
A: She’s my wife! Oh, here’s my floor! who's loving you.
Nice talking to you. Goodbye. Daily Life - Emergency Room(0046)
B: Sir, this is the fifty-sixth floor! We are A: Help! Are you a doctor? My poor
on the seventieth! little Frankie has stopped breathing! Oh
A: That’s okay, I'll take the stairs! my gosh, Help me! I tried to perform CPR,
Intermediate - I'm Sorry I love You but I just don’t know if I could get any air
IV(0045) into his lungs! Oh, Frankie!
A: ... so, I said, "let's take a break ." And B: Ellen, get him hooked up to a monitor!
since that night, I've been waiting for Someone page Dr. Howser. Get the
him to call, but I still haven't heard from patient to hold still, I can’t get a pulse!
him. You don't think he's seeing someone Okay, he’s on the monitor. His BP is
else, do you? falling! He's flatlining!
B: Come on, don't be so dramatic! I'm A: NOOOOOO! Frankie! Nurse! Do
sure everything is going to work out just something!
fine. B: Someone get her out of here! Get me
A: You think so? Oh, no! How can he do the defibrillator. Okay, clear! Again!
this to me? I'm sure he's cheating on me! Clear! Come on! dammit! I'm not letting
Why else wouldn't he call? you go! Clear! I've got a pulse!
B: But, you two are on a break. C: Okay, what’s happening?
Theoretically he can do whatever he likes. B: The patient is in acute respiratory
A: He's the love of my life! I've really failure, I think we’re going to have to
messed this up. intubate!
B: Come on, hon. Pull yourself together. C: Alright! Tube’s in! Bag him! Someone
It's going to be alright. give him 10 cc's of adrenaline! Let’s go,
people move, move!
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A: Doctor, oh, thank god! How is he? C: I see… That makes sense.
B: We managed to stabilize Frankie, but B: The second point is that we want to
he’s not out of the woods yet; he’s still in require supplier quality assurance and
critical condition. We’re moving him to implement a zero defects quality
intensive care, but… program. We currently have far too many
A: Doctor, just do whatever it takes. I just errors that lead to defective items and
want my little Frankie to be okay. I therefore, they must be eliminated. A
couldn’t imagine life without my little quality control at the source program
hamster! must be implemented to give workers the
Advanced - Just In Time personal responsibility for the quality of
Strategy(0047) the work they do, and the authority to
A: I called this meeting today in order stop production when something goes
to discuss our manufacturing plan. As wrong.
I'm sure you're all aware, with the C: I'm with you on this one. It’s essential
credit crunch, and the global financial that we reduce these errors; we've got to
crisis, we're obligated to look for force our suppliers to reduce their
more cost efficient ways of producing mistakes.
our goods. We don't want to have to A: Exactly. Well, let's look at how we're
be looking at redundancies. So, we've going to put this plan into action. First...
outlined a brief plan to implement the (fade out)
just-in-time philosophy. Intermediate - Carnival in Rio!(0048)
B: We have two basic points that we A: I can't believe we're here! Carnival in
want to focus on. First of all, we want Rio! Seriously, this is like a once in a
to reduce our lead time. lifetime opportunity! Can you believe it?
C: Why would want to do that? I We're here at the biggest party in the
think this is not an area that really world!
needs to be worked on. B: I know! We're so lucky that we found
B: Well, we want to reduce production tickets for the Sambadrome! Good thing
and delivery lead timesfor better overall we found that ticket scalper.
efficiency. A: Look! It's starting! Wow, this is
A: Right, production lead times can be amazing! Look at how many dancers
reduced by moving work stations closer there are. Oh my gosh! The costumes are
together, reducing queue length, like for so colorful! This is so cool!
example, reducing the number of jobs B: It says here that the school that is
waiting to be processed at a given dancing now is one of the oldest and most
machine, and improving the coordination prestigious samba schools in Rio.
and cooperation between successive A: No kidding! Look at them, they're
processes. Delivery lead times can be amazing! Look at that girl on the top of
reduced through close cooperation with that float! She must be the carnival
suppliers, possibly by inducing suppliers queen! Move over there so I can get a
to locate closer to the factory or working picture of you!
with a faster shipping company. B: Ok. Hurry up take the picture!
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C: join us! come and dance! A: Here you are. A very special merlot
B: Oh really.... no I can't. No really, I don't brought directly from my home country.
know how to dance! Honey I'll see you It has a unique ingredient which gives it a
later! pleasant aroma and superior flavor.
A: Patrick! Don't just leave me here! C: Mmm... it's delicious!
Daily Life - Daddy Please!(0049) B: It's a bit bitter for my taste... almost
A: Hey daddy! You look great today; I tastes like... like...
like your tie! By the way, I was wondering C: Ellen! Ellen! Are you okay?
can I… A: Did she pass out?
B: NO! C: Yeah...
A: I haven’t even told you what it is yet! A: I hope that you didn't poison her drink
B: Okay, okay, what do you want? too much! You'll ruin our meal!
A: Do you think I could borrow the car? The Weekend - What a Bargain!(0051)
I'm going to a concert tonight. A: Hello. May I help you?
B: Um.. I don't think so. I need the car B: Yeah, this dress is really nice! How
tonight to pick up your mother. much is it?
A: Ugg! I told you about it last week! A: That one is one hundred and fifty
Smelly Toes is playing, and Eric asked if I dollars.
would go with him! B: One hundred and fifty dollars? What
B: Who’s this Eric guy? about this other one over here?
A: Duh! He’s like the hottest and most A: That's one hundred and forty dollars.
popular guy at school! Come on, dad! B: Hmm...that's a bit out of my price
Please! range. Can you give me a better deal?
B: No can do... sorry. A: This is an exclusive design by
A: Fine then! Would you mind giving me DaMarco! It's a bargain at that price.
100 bucks? B: Well, I don't know. I think I'll shop
B: No way! around.
A: That's so unfair! A: Okay, okay, how about one hundred
Daily Life - New Guy In Town III(0050) dollars?
A: Please make yourselves at home. Let B: That's still more than I wanted to
me take your coats. Dinner is almost spend. What if I take both dresses?
ready; I hope you brought your appetite A: Okay, I can give you a special discount,
B: Your house is lovely, Armand! Very just because you seem like a nice person.
interesting decor...very...Gothic. One hundred and ninety dollars for both.
C: I think it's amazing! You have such B: I don't know... It's still a bit pricey....
good taste, Armand. I'm thinking of re- Thanks anyway.
decorating my house; maybe you could A: Okay, my final price! One hundred
give me a few pointers? dollars for both! That's two for the price
A: It would be my pleasure. Please have a of one. That's my last offer!
seat. Can I offer you a glass of wine? B: Great! You've got a deal!
C: We would love some!

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Daily Life - Pizza Delivary(0052) Intermediate - I'm Sorry I Love You
A: Good evening, Pizza House. This is V(0054)
Marty speaking. May I take your order? A: Honey, of course I forgive you! I
B: Um yes… I’d like a medium pizza with love you so much! I've really missed
pepperoni, olives, and extra cheese. you. I was wrong to get upset over
A: We have a two-for-one special on large nothing.
pizzas. Would you like a large pizza B: I'm sorry I haven't called or
instead? anything, but right after you decided
B: Sure, that sounds good. you wanted a break, I was called up
A: Great! Would you like your second north to put out some major forest fires!
pizza to be the same as the first? I was in the middle of nowhere, working
B: No, make the second one with ham, day and night, trying to prevent the
pineapple and green peppers. Oh, and blaze from spreading! It was pretty
make it thin crust. intense.
A: Okay, thin crust. Your total is $21.50 A: Oh, honey, I'm glad you're okay!
and your order will arrive in thirty But I have some exciting news... I
minutes or it's free! think I'm pregnant!
B: Perfect. Thank you. Bye.. B: Really? Wow, that's amazing! This
A: Sir, wait!! I need your address! is great news! I've always wanted to
The Weekend - Head Chef(0053) be a father! We'll go to the doctor
A: ...Right away sir, your order will be first thing in the morning!
ready shortly. Jean Pierre, we have C: We have your test results back
another special for table seven! and, indeed, you are pregnant. Let's
B: I'm working as fast as I can! We're see here... everything seems to be in
really in the weeds! Where is my sous order. Your approximate due date is
chef? Luc! I need you to peel more October twenty-seventh two thousand
potatoes. Marie, chop some onions and and nine, so that means that the baby
carrots for the stew. was conceived on February third, two
A: Jean Pierre another special! We're thousand and nine.
really packed tonight! We're running low B: Are you sure? Are these things
on wine. Is there any left in the cellar? accurate?
C: Sorry I'm late, everyone. Wow, we are C: Well, yes sir, they are.
doing really well tonight! A: What's wrong? Why are you
B: Harry, stop talking and get over here I asking these questions?
need this sauce stirred and the fish needs B: This baby isn't mine! I was away
to be butchered and buttered. the first week of February at a
C: Ok, I'm on it! training seminar!
A: Jean Pierre, table seven has requested A: I... I... no, it can't be...
to see the chef! I think they are food Intermediate - Hockey(0055)
critics from Cuisine Magazine A: Hello everyone! I'm Rick Fields,
and here with me is Bob Copeland.

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B: Howdy folks, and welcome to through to me, and I’ll pretend to be the
today's game! You know, Rick, today transport company.
is a key game between Russia and B: Ha ha, you are so clever boss!
Canada. As you know, the winner will A: Okay, shut up. Only take as much
move on to the finals. money as you can fit in these bags. Don’t
A: That's right, and it looks like we're get greedy! Are you ready? Let's go.
just about ready to start the match. The Office - Malfunction(0057)
The ref is calling the players for the A: Hey Carl, can you make a copy of
face-off... and here we go! The this contract for me please? When you
Russians win possession and have it ready, send it out ASAP to
immediately set up their attack! our subbranch.
Federov gets checked hard into the B: Sure! Um... I think I broke this
boards! thing. Maxine, can you help me out
B: Maurice Richard has the puck now, here? I'm not really a tech guy.
and passes it to the center. He shoots! C: Yeah, sure. I think it's just out of
Wow what a save by the goalie! toner. You can go use the other one
A: Alright, the puck is back in play upstairs. On your way up, can you
now. Pavel Bure is on a breakaway! He fax this while I try and fix this
is flying down the ice! The defenders thing?
can't keep up! Slap shot! He scores B: Sure! Dammit! Everything in this
B: What an amazing goal! office seems to be breaking down!
Daily Life - Planning a Bank Never mind. I'll send this stupid fax
Robbery(0056) later. Oh great! Is someone playing
A: All right, so this is what we are going a practical joke on me? This is
to do. I've carefully mapped this out, so ridiculous!
don't screw it up. Mr. Rabbit, you and Mr. D: The elevator has some sort of
Fox will go into the bank wearing these malfunction. Just take the stairs dude.
uniforms. We managed to get replicas of What floor are you going to?
the one the guards wear when they pick B: I have to go up fifteen floors!
up the money. Never mind. Made it! There is the
B: Got it. copier!
C: No problem, boss. Daily Life - This Is Your Captain
A: When you get inside, tell them that you Speaking(0058)
are filling in for Carl and Tom, and say A: And the next thing you know, we're
that they are on another route today. running towards the... Oh...did you feel
Don't lose your cool. Just act natural. that?
B: What if they want to call and confirm? B: Yeah, don't worry about it; we're
A: You let him. just going through a bit of turbulence.
C: What!? C: Ladies and gentlemen, this is your
A: Don’t worry, we have the phones captain speaking. It looks like we've
tapped, so the call will be patched hit a patch of rough air, so we're

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going to have a bit of a bumpy ride large corporations. They provide
for the next several minutes, and... services such as CRM development,
A: This why I hate flying... Oh! and they also offer custom-designed
C: At this time, I'd like to remind all applications.
of our passengers to fasten their seat A: So what would your role in the
beltsand remain seated until the fasten company?
seat belt sign is turned off. Please B: Well, the position is for an
ensure that all cabin baggageis carefully account manager. That basically
stowed under the seat in front of you. means that I would be the link
I'll be back back to update you in a between our and our development
minute. team.
A: Did you hear that? Brent! A: Sounds good, and so, why do you
B: Don't worry about it. This is want to work with them?
totally normal. It happens all the B: Well, as I said they're the industry
C: Ah, ladies and gentlemen, this is leaders, they have a really great
your captain again. We've got quite a growth strategy, amazing development
large patch of rough air ahead of us, opportunities for employees, and it
so for your safety, we will be seems like they have strong
suspending in-flight service. I would corporate governance. They're all about
ask all in-flight crew to return to their helping companies grow and
seats at this time. I would also like to unleashing potential. I guess their
ask that all our passengers refrain from core values and mission really
using the lavatory until the seat belt resonated with me. Oh, and they
sign has been switched off We can offer six weeks' vacation, stock
expect... options and bonuses... I'm totally going
Advanced - Job Interview I(0059) to cash in on that.
A: Okay, so let's go over everything A: You idiot! Don't say that! Do you
one more time. I really want you to want this job, or not?
get this job! Daily Life - New Guy in Town IV(0060)
B: I know! It's an amazing growth A: All right, drag her over here, and help
opportunity! They're true industry me tie her up.
leaders, and it would be so B: I can't believe she fell for it! She is a lot
interesting to be part of an more gullible than I thought!
organization that is the undisputed A: Well, you gotta admit, my acting was
leader in business process platform brilliant!
development. B: Whatever. I was the one that
A: So, let's see, you did your convinced her to come. Look, she's
research on the company, right? waking up.
B: Well, I visited their website and C: What's going on? Ellen? What are you
read up on what they do. They're an doing?
IT service company that offers A: The cat's out of the bag, you witch!
comprehensive business solutions for You can stop pretending, now!
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B: Yeah Lois, we know who you are! information management track
Now, we want some answers! Why are provided, and I also feel that
you here? interpersonal skills are essential for
C: Fools! You don't know who you're professional success, hence the minor
dealing with! You can't stop me! in psychology.
B: Run! A: Interesting. And, your
The Weekend - Swim faster!(0061) postgraduate studies?
A: This is such a beautiful day! Great B: Well, I am really passionate about
for sailing! consumer behavior, so I pursued a
B: It sure is! The water looks so master's in that area. I also strive
nice! Anchor the boat for a little while. to keep my professional skills current,
I'm going to take a dip. so I continuously attend seminars and
A: Why are you doggy-paddling? I conferences related management and
taught you how to swim! Do your customer service.
breast stroke! A: Very good. Now, tell me a little bit
B: I get too tired! I'll just about your work experience. I see
backstroke, it's easier! here that you previously worked at
A: Try kicking your legs more. That's Oracle.
good. Don't go out too far! B: Yeah, I worked as their customer
B: It's Jump in! support manager, which brought me a
A: Kathy! Get back here! I see a breadth of experience in both client
shark! care, and process management. I
B: Ahhhh!!!! Help me! Help! Bring the supervised and coordinated the
boat closer! The shark is coming customer support team as well as
straight towards me! implemented new strategies to achieve
A: It's right under you! Kathy!!!!! better customer satisfaction.
The Office - Job Interview II(0062) A: Interesting...
A: Thanks for coming in today, did B: Yes, in this position I was able to
you have any trouble finding us? make some pretty significant
Please take a seat. contributions to the overall success of
B: Thank you. the company. With the different
A: So, let's get started; tell me a bit initiatives that we implemented, we
about your educational background. lowered our churn rate to about five
B: Sure! Well, I graduated with percent, which had a direct impact
honors from Chesterton University on revenue.
with a major in Business The Office - Receptionist(0063)
Administration, with a specialization A: Good afternoon. May I help you?
in Information Management, and I B: Yes, I'm here to see Joanna
minored in psychology. I chose this Stevens. I have an appointment at
course of study for two reasons: I four.
wanted to gain some practical, A: Certainly, may I take your name? I'll
marketable skills, which the let her know you've arrived.
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B: Sure, it's Josh O'Neil. A: I heard everything, you lying bastard!
A: Ms. Stevens will be with you Get your hands off her!
momentarily. Can I offer you The Office - Job Interview III(0065)
something to drink? A: Very good. Now, I have a couple of
B: Yes, a coffee would be nice, thank final questions.
you. B: I hope they're not too hard!
A: Here you are. Ms. Stevens is ready A: Well, why should we hire you?
for you now. I'll show you to her B: I think that I would be a perfect fit in
office, right this way. this company. I have a unique
A: Just watch your step here... combination of strong technical acumen,
Daily Life - I'm Sorry I Love You and outstanding soft skills; you know, I
VI(0064) excel at building strong, long-term
A: This is ridiculous! I can't believe customer relationships. For example,
you've been sleeping with someone else! when I headed the customer support
How could you do this! You know what? department in my previous company, our
I'm out of here! team solved about seventy percent of
B: Wait! Doctor how is this possible? I our customers' problems. I decided that
haven't cheated on my boyfriend! we needed better information and
C: I have something to confess... I'm sorry technical preparation on our products, so
Veronica, I lied. after I implemented a series of training
B: Wait... what? What do do you mean? sessions in coordination with our
C: I lied. You aren't even pregnant; technical department, we were able to
there's no bun in the oven. I was just so solve ninety percent of our customers'
overwhelmed with jealousy that I couldn't issues. Given the opportunity, I could
help myself. Veronica I love you! bring this kind of success to this company.
B: What are you talking about!!! Who are A: Impressive! So, what would you
you? consider to be your greatest weakness?
C: It's me! Daniel, don't you remember B: To be honest, I struggle with
me? From high school. I sat behind you organization and time management.
every day in class! I used to go to every Punctuality has never been a strength of
football game and watch you in the mine. I find it hard to organize my time
cheerleading squad! efficiently. I have actually addressed this
B: You are insane! We never even spoke! weakness recently, by attending a
Why did you lie like that to my boyfriend? workshop on efficient time management.
C: Because Veronica... It's not fair! I love It helped me a lot, by providing me with
you; I have since the first day we met! great insights on how to get organized
Everything was going fine until that jerk and use my time efficiently, so I think I'm
came into the picture and ruined getting better now.
everything! I went to med school and A: Great... Well, let me tell you that I am
became a doctor for you! You always said very pleased with this interview. We are
how you wanted to marry a doctor! You short-listing our candidates this week,
will be mine now... one way or another... and next week we will inform our short
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listed candidates of the day and time for a Edison Mendez heads it to Valenica, he
second interview with our CEO. shoots! Deflected by the defender and we
B: Great, thanks a lot! I hope to hear have a corner kick.
from you! Good bye. B: Delgado takes the corner. We have a
The Office - Calling The Office(0066) foul! Oh no, Dida, the goalkeeper, has
A: Ello-hay, Aniel-day eaking-spay, ow- fouled the Ecuadorian player! He gets a
hay ay-may I elp-hay ou-yay yellow card and that will be a penalty
B: Ay-hay, Aniel-day, Ulie-jay ere-hay kick!
A: Ay-hay, Ulie-jay, ow-hay are ou-yay? A: This is the perfect opportunity for
B: Actually, I’m eeling-fay ite-quay ill Ecuador to get ahead in this match and
otday-tay. become World Champions! He gets ready
A: I’m orry-say oo-tay ear-hay, at-they. for the kick. He shoots! and he...
ut-way is ong-wray? The Office - Groundbreaking
B: I ink-thay I’m oming-cay own-day ith- Research(0068)
way uh-they oo-flay. I ave-hay a eadache- A: We've been over this a thousand
hay, a ore-say oat-thray and I’m eeling-fay times. The data is irrefutable! Look,
ighly-slay everish-fay. we've done extensive research, built
A: I ee-say. O-say ou’re-yay alling-cay in studies, and read the literature, and there
ick-say? is conclusive evidence to support my
B: Es-yay, I uz-way oping-hay oo-tay ake- theory!
tay uh-they ay-day off oo-tay eecover-ray. B: Horowitz, I beg to differ. Even in your
A: Ok, en-they. Ay-tray and et-gay ome- most recent study, the investigative
say est-ray. approach was flawed! You know as well
The Weekend - Soccer(0067) as I do that the collection of data was not
A: Welcome back, soccer fans. My name is systematic, and there is a large margin
Rick Fields and, as always, I am joined by of error. To draw a definitive
my commentating wingman, Bob conclusion based on that data would be
Copeland. misleading
B: And we're on the brink of soccer A: That is preposterous!
history today, as Ecuador and Brazil are B: You are trying to single-handedly
tied one-one as we begin the second half solve one of the world's greatest
of the 2022 World Cup! mysteries, and yet you are oblivious to
A: The ref calls the players for the kick the fact that you are wrong!
off, and here we go! Ecuador quickly A: I am not wrong! The chicken came
passes the ball to the midfield, but, ohhh, first!
it's out of bounds. B: No! The egg came first!
B: That will be a throw in for Brazil. Daily Life - How Would You Like Your
Adriano has the ball and makes a long Eggs?(0069)
pass to Robinho, and the ref has called A: Wow, you're up early today!
him offside. What's for breakfast?
A: No question about it. He was offside by B: Well, I felt like baking, so I
a mile! We have a goal kick for Ecuador. made some muffins.
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A: Smells good! I'll make some coffee. B: Well, do you want a thong, some bikini
Do you want me to make you some briefs, maybe this nice pair of lacy boy
eggs? shorts?
B: Sure, I’ll take mine, sunny side up. A: Just pick something and get the hell
A: Eww, I don't know how you can eat out of here.
your eggs like that! Ever since I was small, A: Um, I’ll go with these two.
I've had eggs and soldiers. A: This is mortifying; I just want to get
B: You know, my dad had scrambled this over with. She better thank me for
eggs eggs every morning for twenty this...
years. It drove my mom crazy! : Here you are, sir. I'm sure she'll enjoy
A: You know what really drives me crazy? them.
When I ask for soft boiled eggs, and B: Finally!
they overcook them, so they come out A: I'm sorry, sir. I'm going to have to take
hard boiled! How can you dip your toast a look inside your bag.
into a hard boiled egg? The Weekend - Happy Hour(0071)
B: You're so picky sometimes. A: Hey man, what do you have on tap?
A: Here you go, honey, fried eggs. B: Heineken and Budweiser. We have a
B: Dammit! I asked for sunny side up! two-for-one happy hour special.
How many times do I have to tell you. A: Cool, gimme a pint of Heineken and
Advanced Media - Buying half a pint of Bud.
Underwear(0070) B: Okay...A pint of Heineken and and half
A: This sucks; I hate buying lingerie. a pint of bud for table six! And what
Okay, just find something and get out about some appetizers?
of here. Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, A: Sure! Let's have some nachos and
don't come over here, don't come over mozzarella sticks.
here. B: Okay. That'll be 80 bucks.
B: You look a little lost, can I help A: Wait... What!
you? Intermediate - You Are Fired!(0072)
A: Um, I'm just having a look around. It's A: Hi Isabel! You wanted to see me?
my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. I’m B: Yes Anthony, come on in. Have a seat.
trying to find her something. A: Is everything okay? You seem a bit
B: Well, you can't give her granny preoccupied.
panties. Have you thought about getting B: Well, Anthony, this is not going to be
her some sleepwear? We've got these an easy conversation. The company has
lovely, silky nighties. Or, how about a nice made some decisions which will have a
panty-and and-bra set. Look, here's a nice direct impact on your employment.
satin push-up bra, and you can choose a A: Okay...
few different styles of undies to go with B: I don't want to beat around the bush
it. so I'm just gonna come out with it. We
A: Sure that's fine. are going to have to let you go.
A: This is so awkward...what ones do I A: What? Why? I mean... just like that?
pick? What size is she? I'm fired?
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B: I'm sorry but, to be honest, you are a crap! Which fork do I use? Dammit! She's
terrible employee! going to think I'm a moron. What the hell
A: What! I resent that! are all these forks for? Which one did she
B: Anthony, you were caught making use? Okay, chill... be cool, be cool. Just
international calls from the office phone, take a fork... eat your salad...
you called in sick in eight times this B: Um... I...
month and you smell like alcohol! C: Yrmf? Mmmm. Sorry, you were
Daily Life - Which Finger?(0073) saying?
A: ...The rings please. May this ring be B: You're eating my salad.
blessed so he who gives it and she who C: Oh, yes... it's delicious...
wears it may abide in peace, and continue Daily Life - Going To The Dentist(0075)
in love until life's end. A: Hey, Gary, great to see you again.
B: With this ring I thee wed. Wear it as a Please have a seat. So tell me, what seems
symbol of our love and commitment to be the problem?
A: Honey, that's my pinkie. The ring goes B: Thanks, doc. I've got a really bad
on the ring finger! toothache! I can't eat anything, and look,
B: This one? my face is all swollen. I think it might be
A: That's my index finger! my wisdom tooth.
B: Oh, right. This one, right? A: Well, let's have a look. Open wide.
A: Umm... that's the thumb, Nick. Hmm... this doesn't look good. Well, it
B: Okay, Okay, I got it! This is the ring looks like you have a cavity and your
finger! crown is loose. We'll need to put in a
A: That's my middle finger, Nick. This is filling before it gets any worse, and the
my ring finger! crown probably needs to be refitted. I'm
Daily Life - What Am I Thinking!(0074) going to order some x-rays.
A: Miss, your salad. B: Is it gonna hurt?
B: Mmm, looks good! I'm positively A: No, not at all! Just lay back and relax.
famished. A: Ok, spit.
A: And for you, sir... Daily Life - Learning Simple
C: Thank you. Math(0076)
A: Enjoy. A: Alright, children, let's review.
B,C: Thank you. Tommy! Pay attention!
C: I can't believe she's on a date with me! B: Sorry Miss Kadlec.
I'm so lucky! I must be the luckiest guy in A: Okay, Crystal, now tell me, what's four
the world! I want to scream at the top of plus eleven?
my lungs, " I'm the luckiest dude in the C: Um...fifteen!
world! " Oh, shut up! Don't be such a B: Miss Kadlec always asks Crystal; she's
dumb ass. She's so hot. Wait, I can't say such a teacher's pet.
that. That's sexist. She's so hot, She's A: Okay...and what about fifty six minus
making me sexist. Oh my god! I'm such a sixty?
tool. Okay, get it together. Uhh, she's C: Um... negative four!
eating salad. Oh right, I have a salad. Oh, A: Very good... twelve times twelve?
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B: Very good. Suck up. system. It is not enough to simply
C: One hundred and forty four! memorize our laws, it is necessary that
A: Zero divided by one? we comprehend why and how they were
C: Zero! formed. This brings me to our topic for
A: How did you know that? Okay, smarty today. Does anyone know what we
pants, the square root of two! celebrate on May first?
B: Bet you're not going to get that one, B: Cinco de mayo?
know-it-all. A: No, that's May fifth in Spanish, James,
C: Um...one point four one four two one no wonder you are failing my Spanish
three five... class. No, May first is International
The Weekend - F1 Racing(0077) Workers' Day.
A: Welcome back racing fans! My name is B: Do we get a day off from school then?
Rick Fields and, as always, I am joined by A: No! It is not considered to be a
my partner in crime, Bob Copeland. national holiday here in the US, but in
B: We're in the last stretch of this very other countries it is.
exciting race, and Kimi Räikkönen is B: Aww, man!
leading the pack with only four laps to go! A: In the nineteenth century, working
They are heading to turn three and Lewis conditions were appalling, with workers
Hamilton tries to pass Räikkönen! It's a being forced to work ten, twelve, and
close one and, oh no! Hamilton hits the fourteen hours a day. Support for the
wall! eight-hour work day movement was
A: He came in too fast, jammed on the growing rapidly, despite the indifference
breaks and spun out. We have a yellow and hostility of many union leaders, and
flag and the pace car is making its way by April 1886, 250,000 workers were
onto the track. involved in the May Day movement.
B: The cleanup crew is towing the heavily Previous legislative attempts to improve
damaged car and the green flag drops! working conditions had failed, so labor
Räikkönen is still in the lead with only organizers took drastic measures. They
two laps to go! passed a resolution stating that eight
A: Smoke is coming out of his car! He hours would constitute a legal day's work.
seems to be having engine trouble! He And, on May First 1886, the resolution
makes his way into the pit, and Fernando took effect.
Alonso takes the lead! B: Cool! Is that why we only work eight
B: How unlucky for Räikkönen, and this hours now?
race is over ladies and gentlemen, Alonso A: Yes! But the happy ending came at a
takes the checkered flag! high price. On May third, 1886, police
The Weekend - International Workers fired into a crowd of strikers at the
Day(0078) McCormick Reaper Works Factory, killing
A: Alright everyone settle down. Let's get four and wounding many. A mass meeting
started. As you know, an important aspect was called for the next day to protest the
of becoming a good citizen is brutality.
understanding the genesis of our legal B: And then what happened?
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A: Well, as we say, the rest is history... Veronica. The closer I get to you, the
The Weekend - Funky Galaxy worse it gets. The thought of not being
Battles(0079) with you, I mean, I just can't handle it! We
A: They are breaking through! Set your were made for each other, Veronica. You
blasters to full power! are my everything, my soul mate. What
B: Excellent job. Search the ship, she's can I do?
gotta be in here somewhere... bring her to A: Just hold me... I'll always be here for
me! you, no matter what. And together, we
C: Lord Hater, we have a survivor here... can tackle whatever life throws at us. I
B: Where is she? Don't make me destroy believe in us, Veronica.
you, tell me where she is! B: I'm so happy to hear that! I knew we
D: Not so fast! She will no longer be your belong together. I love you so much.
prisoner! It's time you and I settled this Daily Life - Getting A Hair Cut(0081)
once and for all! A: Hello there! Come on in! Don't just
B: You are unwise to think you can defeat stand there! Come and take a seat!
me. You know nothing of the power of the B: Um, okay. Well, I just want a trim.
obscure side! Nothing too fancy.
D: We will stop you... A: Oh my gosh! Your hair is amazing! So
C: Lord Hater! We have an unidentified silky, so shiny! I am going to work my
spacecraft taking off from the rear dock! magic on your hair! You hear me? You are
They somehow managed to escape our going to look like a million bucks!
tractor beam! B: Okay. Um... can you make sure my
B: After them! sideburns are even and you just take a
C: They are accelerating towards the little off the top.
speed of light We lost them, sir... A: Don't you worry, I'll take care of
Daily Life - I'm Sorry I Love You everything! ( starts cutting) Oh my god! I
VII(0080) just love your curly hair! It's so fluffy and
A: Thank god you showed up when you cute! You should totally let it grow out. An
did! He's insane! Do you think we should afro would look great on you!
call the police? B: Um... no.
B: Don't worry about it, I'll call my friend A: Okay, but you are going to be my
and have him take care of it. I can't masterpiece!
believe he was stalking you all these Daily Life - New Guy In Town V(0082)
years. What a nut job! A: What the heck is going on! Did you see
A: I know! Well... he said I'm not that? What was that thing?
pregnant. I'm sorry if I got you all worked B: I don't know! I'm just glad we made it
up over nothing. I want you to know that I out! Look, there is a police car! Help!
didn't do it on purpose... Help! Please stop!
B: Don't apologize! From the moment I C: Howdy man. What seems to be the
met you, not a day has gone by when I problem? Is this man bothering you?
haven't thought of you. And now that I'm A: Officer, officer, there is, like, a witch
with you again, I'm... I'm just scared, creature back there! We tied her up but
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she broke free, and she was about to C: Danger, danger! The exits have been
have us for dinner! sealed and the doors will remain locked in
C: Okay, calm down, calm down. Lemme until the local authorities arrive. Thank
see your eyes please. Have you been you for using our bank. Have a nice day.
drinking tonight, son? A: No!
B: We are telling the truth! She's in there! Daily Life - At The Pharmacy(0084)
We suspected her of being a kidnapper or A: Hello sir, how can I help you?
rapist but it turns out she's an alien or B: Yes, I need this prescription please.
something. A: Let's see. Okay, so 50 mg of Prozac,
C: Okay, calm down, calm down. Lemme would you prefer this in capsule or tablet?
see your eyes please... B: Capsules are fine.
B: Ugg! Seriously! Are you gonna help us A: Okay, you should take 1 capsule 3
or not? times a day. Be sure not to take it on an
C: Okay, let's go have a look, shall we? empty stomach, and also, don't ever mix it
Hello? Is anyone in here? with alcohol!
A: Be careful! She might be hiding! B: Yes, I know. It's not the first time I'm
C: It's perfectly safe... there isn't anyone... taking this! Don't worry, I won't
Daily Life - Using The ATM(0083) overdose!
A: Stupid girl, making me spend so much A: Okay, anything else I can get you?
money, now I have to get it from the B: Oh, yes, I almost forgot! Can I also get
ATM... some eye drops and um, some condoms?
B: Hello, welcome to Universal Bank. A: Sure. Darn condoms aren't registered
Please insert your card into the slot. in our system.
A: I know where to put my card! Stupid B: Oh, well that's okay, I'll get some later,
machine, talking to me like I'm an idiot... thanks... Really it's no problem.
B: Please input your 6 digit PIN code A: Just hang on there a sec. Can I get a
followed by the pound key. Thank you. price check on " Fun Times Ribbed
Please select an option. Thank you. You Condoms" please!
have selected withdrawal. The Weekend - Baseball(0085)
A: Yeah, yeah, I know what I selected. Just A: Hello baseball fans, and welcome back
gimme my money! to today's game! My name is Rick Fields
B: Please type the amount you would like and of course, I am here, once again, with
to withdraw. Thank you, you want to the man that seals the deal, Bob Copeland.
transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife B: It's a beautiful day to see two world
Foundation. If this is correct please press class teams face each other and fight for
1. their right to be called champions.
A: No, no! Stupid machine, what are you A: Well, the national anthem has just
doing! No! been sung, and the umpire has started the
B: Confirmed. Thank you for using our game. It's time to play ball!
bank! Please remove your card from the B: Roger Vargas is up at bat. The pitcher
slot. Goodbye! winds up and strike one!

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A: A very nice curve ball by the pitcher. A: Yes, it is! Too good to be true...
The catcher gives him the sign, he winds B: The living room and dinning room are
up and Vargas gets a line drive! quite spacious as you can see, and down
B: The players are scrambling to get the this hall, here's the master bedroom. It
ball. Vargas gets to first base and he's still has a huge walk-in closet and an en suit
going! The outfielder throws it to second! bathroom. We can't go in there yet as the
Vargas slides! He's safe! police... I mean the clean up crew hasn't
A: Great play! finished.
B: We have a runner on third and up at A: What do you mean? What's in here?
bat is Brian Okami! There's the pitch, he The Weekend - Star Trek The Lost
hits it! It's going, going, that ball is gone! Generation(0087)
A: Home run by Okami! That puts this A: Captain, we're under attack by an
team ahead by two as we are at the unidentified ship.
bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie B: Damage report.
Stadium! A: We've sustained heavy damage to the
Daily Life - Looking for an engines. We've lost our warp drive.
Apartment(0086) B: We'll have to attempt to make
A: Hi! We are the Christianson's! We are contact. This is Captain Picard of the
here to see the apartment. Starship Enterprise. We don't wish to
B: Oh, hi! Sure, come on in! Well, as you engage. What is the nature of this attack?
can see, the place has just been renovated. C: I am Captain Kor of the ship Klothos.
The previous tenants left a huge mess Your ship attacked our search party...
here, so the landlord has redone B: No! You're not doing it right! Kor
everything. doesn't sound like that. His voice is
A: It looks great. It's so bright and airy! deeper!
What great light! I really like these C: I am Captain Kor of the ship Klothos.
hardwood floors. What's the square Your sh...
footage of this place? B: No! If you can't do a Klingon voice, I'll
B: Well, it's about 120 square meters, or have to find a more serious Star Trek fan
1300 square feet, more or less. Oh, the actor who actually can, OK?
landlord has also installed new kitchen C: But... but... I already bought the Klingon
appliances. There's a new dishwasher, suit! And the wig...
and a professional-grade gas range. Daily Life - Will You Be My Girlfriend?
Really, at this price, this place is an (0088)
amazing deal! A: Hey, you're early! Where's everyone?
A: I love it! But what are the payment B: Well... I told them not to come. I made
terms? a reservation just for the two of us. I
B: First and last month rent as deposit thought we could have an quiet evening
and rent is due on the 1st of every month. all to ourselves.
Considering the amount of money A: Oh... why?
invested into the apartment, it's a very B: Jennifer, there's something I wanna
good deal! ask you.
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A: Sure. What is it? A: Let's see... six hundred and twenty-five
B: Hmm... okay, here's the thing. I've US dollars.
always seen you as more than just a B: That's more than my round-trip ticket!
friend, and I can't take it any more. I know Daily Life - I'm Sorry I Love You
you better than anyone, I know the pros VIII(0090)
and cons of your personality, I even know A: Veronica! Veronica! Veronica! Are you
what side of the bed is yours! I think we OK?
would be great together, don't you? B: Steven! What's going on! Who were
A: Are you serious? We've been friends those guys? I didn't know you have a gun!
for years! We can't just change that What's going on!
overnight! A: I will come clean as soon as we get to
B: I know! I never had the guts to tell safety, OK? For now, you have to trust me,
you... until today. So, what do you say? please! I would never do anything to hurt
Are you willing to give me a shot? you.
A: I... I... B: Steven, I...
Daily Life - At The Airport(0089) A: Okay, run! I haven't been completely
A: Next please! Hello sir, may I see your honest with you Veronica, I'm sorry. I'm
passport please? not a fireman. I'm not even from the
B: Yes, here you go. United States. I'm a spy for the Indian
A: Will you be checking any bags. government.
B: Yes, I'd like to check three pieces. B: What? Why didn't you tell me before?
A: I'm sorry, sir. Airline policy allows only What are you doing here?
two pieces of checked luggage, at twenty A: When I was a young boy, I used to play
kilograms each, plus one piece of carry-on cricket my father back in my hometown of
luggage. I will have to charge you extra for Hyderabad. It was a peaceful town, and
the additional suitcase. my father was a renowned chemist. One
B: What? Why! I am taking an day, he was approached by members of
intercontinental flight! I'm flying sixteen the CIA, claiming that my father had made
thousand kms! How am I supposed to the discovery of the millennium in his
only take two, twenty kilo bags? That's small lab back at the university where he
absurd! taught bio-chemistry. I never saw him
A: I am sorry, sir, there's nothing I can again. I vowed to discover the
do. You cannot board the flight with that whereabouts of my father and
large bag either. Carry-on bags must fit in consequently joined the Indian
the over-head compartment or under Intelligence Bureau.
your seat. That bag is clearly too big. B: What does that have to do with those
B: Now I see. You charge next to nothing men shooting at us? Most importantly,
for an international ticket, but when it why did you lie to me!
comes to charging for any other small A: I'm sorry, I wasn't supposed to meet
thing, you charge an arm and a leg! So tell you. I wasn't supposed to fall in love with
me, miss, how much will I have to pay you, but you have to believe me when I
for all of this. tell you that what I feel for you is real.
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B: I can't believe this! Why are all these B: First of all it's the Sadie Hawkins
things happening to me! I can't take it dance. The girls gotta ask the guys. Also...
anymore! Let me out of the car! A: Oh, right. So when are you gonna ask
A: Veronica, wait! me? I've had my eye on you for a while.
The Weekend - Aliens!(0091) C: Hey, buddy. Ease off my girl, man. Or
A: Oh honey, this is so romantic! I have do you want a knuckle-sandwich?
never seen so many stars before! It's B: Cool it, guys.
beautiful! A: Your girl? Says who?
B: See that constellation there? That's C: Says me, pipsqueak!
Orion! And the very bright star? Well, it's Intermediate - Volleyball(0093)
not a star since it doesn't blink. That's A: It's a beautiful day here in New
actually Venus. Zealand at the Men's Volleyball world
A: What's that big flashy one? championship. My name is Rick Fields
B: I don't know... I think it's a UFO! and I'm joined by the man with the plan,
C: Greetings earthlings. I come from afar, Bob Copeland.
from a distant galaxy known only to a few. B: Thank you, Rick. We've got a very
A: Why are you here? Where did you exciting encounter ahead of us today as
come from? two powerhouse teams, Brazil and China,
C: We have been observing you for the face off against each other and try to
last three thousand years. We have seen qualify for the next round. Without a
the amazing capacity that humans have to doubt, both teams are in top shape and
create such wonders as the Taj Mahal or this will prove to be a competitive match.
masterpieces such as the Haffner A: The ref signals the start of the game
symphony. Unfortunately, your and here we go. Ribeiro serves and China
intelligence and creativity does not come quickly receives the ball. Chen bumps it
without consequence. Your ambition and to the setter, and... a very nice set by
desire for more will be your downfall, and Chen!
we are here to save your planet from you. B: Xu spikes it! Wow, what a great hit!
B: You think you have us figured out? The Brazilian blockers anticipated the
What gives you the right to come and play and tried to block him but he
judge us? Who are you to play God with managed to get the ball in! Great play.
our fate? A: It's China's service now. What a superb
C: Silence human! It is that belligerent jump serve by Li, oh, and we have a let
attitude that has caused years of pain and serve. The ball was coming in fast and
anguish among yourselves! Now you will almost made it over the net.
pay the price! B: Brazil calls for a time out and we'll be
The Weekend - 1950's(0092) right back, after a short commercial
A: Heya, Tracy. How are you doin'? break.
B: I'm swell, Sandy! Global View - Big Bang Theory(0094)
A: Hey listen, you wanna go to the sock A: What's up? You don't look too good.
hop with me this Friday? It'll be a blast! B: Yeah, my head hurts, that's all. I've
been in physics class all day. It's killer!
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A: I liked physics. It's all math, really; A: I'm doing great! It's funny running
arcs, curves, velocity, cool stuff. into you like this. Just last week I ran into
B: Yeah, yeah, but today's lesson was all Matt as well.
about the creation of the universe. B: Yeah? How's he doing?
A: A physics class about the creation of A: He's doing well. We went out for a
the universe? That's some pretty couple of beers and the funniest thing
unscientific language there. Sounds more happened.
religous to me. B: Oh yeah?
B: It's all religion. Take the theory of the A: Well, we were talking and catching up
Big Bang. How is it possible that all of the on what we've been doing, talking about
stuff in the universe comes from an work and family, when all of a sudden,
explosion? That's no better than Atlas Matt saw a mouse run under his chair and
carrying the globe on his back or African he completely lost it! He started
myths about turtles and stuff. freaking out, and screaming...
A: Turtles? Whatever... Look, all that's B: Ha ha, really?
required for the creation of matter an A: Yeah, and the funniest thing was, that
imbalance of particles and anti-particles. he jumped on to his chair and started
At least, that's what the math says. shrieking like a girl. You had to be there!
B: Math, shmath. What's the evidence? Everyone was staring and laughing... it
A: There is evidence! You know Edwin was hilarious!
Hubble? He's the guy who in the early The Weekend - 1960's English(0096)
twentieth century was the first scientist A: Hey man... I really like your pad. Those
to measure the drift of matter in the lava lamps are far out! Thanks for letting
universe, thus advancing notions of an me crash here tonight.
expanding universe. What would it be B: It's no problem, brother! I wanted a
expanding from? Well, the Big Bang... pad where people could come, listen to
DUH! music and just hang loose, you dig what
B: Anyway, it's just a theory. Why do I'm saying?
people go around touting theories? A: I dig it man! We could throw a bash
Where's the scientific rigor in that? here and make it a really happening
A: Dude, don't equivocate. A theory only scene!
becomes a theory after withstanding B: Yeah man, that would be groovy! Hey,
rigorous testing. You slept through class, I gotta split for a while, are you OK here
didn't you? by yourself?
B: Agh! You're making my head hurt A: Don't worry about me brother... You go
again! Quit with the questions! take care of business.
Daily Life - Talking About a Past B: Alright, peace out.
Event(0095) Daily Life - Weather Forecast(0097)
A: Mike! Hey, how are you, man! Long A: ...And now, let's go to Kenny Williams
time no see! for today's weather forecast.
B: Hey, Pat! Yeah, I haven't seen you in B: Thank you Bill, and good morning Salt
ages! How are you? Lake City!
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A: What's the weather looking like today, day since the last time I saw you! What is
Kenny? your secret!
B: Well, it's a bit of a mixed bag in Utah B: Ha ha, come on! Well, I've been
today; we've got heavy cloud cover here watching what I eat, and working out
in Northern Utah, and we're calling for three times a week. By the way, I heard
scattered showers throughout the day, your son recently graduated!
with a day-time high of forty-five degrees. A: Yes, my little Paul is finally a doctor.
Now, if we move down to the south of the They grow up so fast you know.
state, we can see that a cold front is B: He is such a handsome guy. He gets
moving in. We can expect clear skies, but his looks from his mother of course!
it will be quite cold, with temperatures A: Thank you! What about your daughter,
hovering around the thirty degree mark. Pamela? I heard she has passed the bar
A: It's a chilly day folks, so don't forget exam and married recently.
your coats! What about tomorrow Kenny? B: Oh yes. She had a beautiful wedding in
Do you have good news for us? Cozumel Mexico and we all attended.
B: Well, it'll be a rainy day for Northern A: Such a lovely girl. I hope my Paul is
Utah; we can expect some isolated lucky enough to find a girl like that
downpours in the morning. Winds will be someday!
coming in from the North East, with gusts B: But of course! Well, it's been great
reaching twenty-three miles per hour. talking to you, but I have to get going.
Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn A: Same here! We will catch up soon,
to sleet in the evening. Things are looking maybe over coffee!
a bit better for the South; we'll see cloudy B: That would be great! Give me a call!
skies with a chance of showers. Later in A: See you soon! Bye! Ugg... I can't stand
the day, we can expect partly-cloudy that woman or her obnoxious son.
skies, with a forecast high of thirty-eight Global View - Movie Review(0099)
degrees. A: Welcome back movie lovers to another
A: You heard it folks! It's gonna be a cold " Premier Movie Review". My name is
one! Richard Clarke and I am joined today by
B: That's right Bill. We will have more the very erudite David Watson.
later on today on the six o'clock news. B: Thank you Dick. Today we are going to
That's the weather forecast for this talk about the movie " Lion King". Tell me
morning. Dave, what is your impression of this
Daily Life - Flattering(0098) film?
A: Valerie! Hi! Wow how are you? It's A: Well, I think this film is simply a fable,
been such a long time! depicting man's eternal greed for power,
B: Darlene! Indeed, it's been a while! How and in my opinion, it's a very fine film.
have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I Even despite the accusations of
love what you've done with your hair! plagiarism traditional folk tales from
A: Really? Thanks! I went to that hair other countries. The musical score was
salon that you told me about, but enough amazing, the animation was very well
about me! Look at you! You haven't aged a
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done, and the story was simply some local companies that manufacture
enchanting. bathroom products.
B: I think otherwise. Even though the A: Wow sounds interesting! Excuse me if
animation was technically strong, and as I am being a bit nosy but, how old are
you say, the score and songs performed you?
by Elton John were great, the film lacks a B: Don't you know it's rude to ask a lady
certain originality; it lacked heart. And I her age?
would dare to say, it was too predictable. A: Don't get me wrong! It's just that you
A: Predictable! How! Come on Dick, It's a seem so young and already doing
G-rated movie! It's for the kids! It's not a business overseas!
thriller! B: Well thank you! In that case, I am 26
B: Well, that's just it. It did have some years old, and what about yourself?
very dramatic and intense scenes For A: I am 40 years old and was born and
example when Mufasa dies, or the dark, raised here in the good old U.S of A,
grim portrayal of Scar. Even so, the film is although I have some Colombian heritage.
linear. Mufasa dies, Simba runs away B: Really? That's great! Do you speak
thinking it's his fault. Falls in love and some Spanish?
returns to retake what is rightfully his. It's A: Uh... yeah.. of course!
just too cliché. B: Que bien! Entonces podemos hablar en
A: How can it be cliché? It's a fable! It's espanol!
telling a time-honoured story! The movie The Weekend - 1970's(0101)
make a point of how the hunger for power A: Hey man! How's it hanging?
leads to corruption, and teaches children B: Hey man! Everything is just groovy
the value of respect, life and love. baby!
B: You have always been so soft, Dave! A: Did you go to the roller rink on
A: Open your heart Dick. Don't shut us Saturday? I heard it was far out, man!
out. B: I wanted to, but I ran into this foxy
B: Anyway... That's all for today folks! lady that just moved to my block! I was
Join us next time as we talk about "How to chatting her up a bit and then we
lose a guy in 10 days" I'm sure you'll love mellowed out at her place.
that one Dave! A: Right on, right on! Well, Jim went to
Daily Life - Where are you from?(0100) the rink with Sherry and he said it was
A: Where to, miss? dy-no-mite! He was low on bread, but
B: Hi! Crenshaw and Hawthorne, at the Sherry paid for everything.
Holiday Inn that is on that corner. B: Gravy! Jim is such a jive turkey man.
A: Sure thing. So, where are you flying in He is always hitting me up for cash.
from? Anyway, you wanna book and go grab
B: From China. some grub?
A: Really? You don't look very Chinese to A: Yeah man, I'm starving!
me, if you don't mind me saying so.
B: It's fine. I am actually from Mexico. I
was in China on a business trip, visiting
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Global View - Global Warming(0102) A: Not if they want to use your tax dollars
A: And therefore, global warming is the and mine to fund completely unnecessary
greatest deception of the early 21st initiatives.
century. Questions? B: Yeah, like conservation, protecting
B: Uh… yeah. In the lecture you said endangered species and investing in
there’s more evidence in the scientific renewable energy. At the very least, you
record supporting global cooling? have to concede that this debate has the
A: Well, yes, essentially, the historical potential to end our dependence on
record supports a theory of climate foreign oil. Buying oil supports autocratic
cycles. Warming and cooling are countries that use these revenues to
cooperating processes in the planetary devastating ends.
eco-system. A: Why, I’ve never been so disrespected
B: If that’s true and the planet is getting in all of my days. I’m a professor, a
cooler, what explains the rapid melting of scientist and researcher of high regard.
the polar ice caps and the dramatic rise in B: Yeah, and a duplicitous one at that.
the global average temperatures? Everyone knows you’re in the pocket of
A: But are global temperatures rising? If the oil lobby. Why should we trust your
you look at the data from nineteen so-called findings more than tobacco
seventy-five you’ll… institute studies which say smoking
B: You’ll be misled. If you were serious, doesn’t harm health? You’re full of it.
you would look at the record starting in A: Some people just cannot handle civil
the 1880’s. Then you would see how debate!
dramatically the earth’s temperature has Daily Life - Baby, I'm Sorry(0103)
changed. A: Can we talk?
A: Young lady, I beg to differ. Look, the B: Sure, honey, we're talking now, aren't
point of the lecture was to emphasize that we?
there is evidence for both sides, and I'm A: You know what I mean.
putting forth the argument that there's B: Yeah. I know.
greater evidence in support of the global A: I want to know where this relationship
cooling hypothesis. Look, it's an is going. I'm in love with you and I need
indisputable fact that the public is being to know...
manipulated and scared into believing B: You know, I think you're awesome.
there’s some kind of climate crisis; this A: I'm awesome. Well, I guess that's my
scaremongering is done, quite simply, for answer, isn't it.
political reasons. B: Honey...
B: But even without the uncomfortable A: Look, if you don't love me, it's not a
reality that greenhouse gases like carbon thing, alright, we've had our laughs, but I
dioxide contribute to global warming, don't appreciate... maybe it's just time
isn’t the topic appropriate for politicians we...
to discuss? B: Baby, I love you so much.
A: You do?

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B: I love you. And I think you're A: You wanna see gnarley? Well, see that
awesome. bump over there, I'm going to catch some
A: Oh, I love you too! major air.
B: Come on. Put the gun down. C: Butt plant!
A: Oh baby, I'm so sorry. B: Ha ha ha! He lost his skis! Yard sale!!!
The Weekend - Skiing(0104) A: Ahem, well. Thanks for joining us here
A: Welcome ski lovers of all ages! My today, I think that about does it. Bob, Ian,
name is Rick Fields and here with me is time for some après-ski?
the man that needs no introduction, Bob C: No way, man! We're off to grab some
Copeland. freshies!!!
B: Thank you, Rick! What a beautiful day The Office - Job Well Done(0105)
here in Aspen, Colorado where the sun is A: And so, that concludes my outline for
shinning, and we've got twelve inches of our marketing strategy next year. Thank
fresh powder. It doesn't get much better you very much for your time.
than this. B: Hey, that was quite the presentation!
A: That's right, Bob, but today we have a Honestly, I was completely blown away
special treat for our viewers. We're by your strategy outline. I’ve gotta say,
joined here by Ian Roussy, the four-time Alex, you really wowed me today.
giant slalom champion. And on this A: Aw, come on; it was nothing. I’m just
special edition of the show, Ian is going to doing my job.
teach us the basics of skiing! So, let's hit B: No, I think you deserve some
the slopes! recognition here; I mean, if I look back on
C: Well, first off, let's get those boots on. your previous presentations, this is a
You're going to want to make sure your huge improvement.
boots fit snugly. That's right; now snap A: Well, Kristin did give me a hand with
them into your bindings. And you're also the slides. She’s a real wiz on PowerPoint.
going to want a good pair of goggles to B: And I saw that you took on board my
protect your eyes. It's a bright day today, feedback about pricing strategies. I really
so there's going to be a lot of glare out appreciate you taking the time to think
there on the slopes. We don't want you though my suggestions.
hitting any of those moguls! A: Yeah, well, that was some good advice.
A: Bob, since you're a beginner skier and You made some really good points.
might take a few spills, it is a good idea to B: Well, I just wanted to say well done.
have a good warm pair of dry ski gloves. Really you did a great job.
C: Easy there, Rick! Well, let's head on Daily Life - Mobile Phone Plan(0106)
over to the chairlift, and test your skills! B: Yeah, I've just moved here, and I'd like
All right, we're up here on the bunny hill, to activate my cell phone, and I'm not sure
so, Bob, why don't you do a few snow- if I should go with a prepaid plan, or a
plow turns. Gnarly run, Rick! Nice monthly rate plan.
carving! You've got some mad skills! That A: I see. Well, can I have a look at your
was sick! phone? Unfortunately, this phone can't be

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used in the US; it's not compatible with C: Relax honey, the place is busy tonight,
our 3G network. but I've heard the food is amazing.
B: What? Really? I don't really want to Anyway...
have to buy a new phone. B: Here you are, sir. The foie gras for the
A: Well, you're in luck! You see, if you lady, and a mushroom soup for you.
sign up for our three-year plan, we'll A: Waiter, I ordered a cream of
throw in a handset for free. mushroom soup with asparagus. This
B: Really? What's the catch? soup is obviously too runny, and it's over-
A: There's no catch! You just choose a seasoned. It's completely inedible!
plan, sign a three-year contract and, that's B: Okay, I do apologize for that. Can I
it! Actually, we're running a special bring you another soup, or would you like
promotion right now, and we're giving to order something else?
away a Blackberry Curve with our special A: Take this foie gras back as well, it's
Mega Value forty dollar plan. rubbery and completely overcooked. And
B: So what does this plan include? look at the portion size! How can you
A: Well, you get nine hundred anytime charge twenty-five dollars for a sliver of
minutes, and you can also enjoy free duck liver?
mobile to mobile calling to other Tel- B: Right away... sir.
Mobile clients, one thousand text C: Honey come on! The foie gras was fine,
messages per month, and unlimited why are you making such a big deal? Are
evening and weekend minutes. Oh, and you trying to get our meal comped again?
we also offer a rollover option. A: What do you mean? We are paying for
B: Wow, all this for forty dollars per this. If I'm shelling out my hard earned
month? bucks, I expect value for money!
A: That's right, plus the activation fee, the B: Here you are, sir. I hope it is alright
emergancy services fee, the monthly now. The chef has prepared it specially
service fee, oh, and any charges for extra for you.
minutes, and... A: Yes, fine.
Daily Life - Complaining at a C: Honey, are you alright?
Restaurant(0107) The Office - Bad news, boss.(0108)
A: Excuse me, waiter? Waiter! A: ... Now that we have been over the
B: Yes, sir? What can I do for you? gory details of our disastrous first
A: I've been sitting here for the past quarter, Ed! Give us some good news.
twenty minutes and no one has offered How are things looking for us in terms of
me a glass of water, brought any bread to sales this month?
the table and our appetizers haven't been B: Uh well...would you like the bad news
served yet! You know, in this kind of first or the really bad news?
establishment, I'd expect much better A: What? Ed, don't tell me you only have
service. bad news!
B: I am sorry, sir. I'll check on your order B: Well sir, our sales have dropped, no
right away. plunged, fifty percent in the past month
alone. We are currently overstocked and
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overstaffed and our profits are falling fast. disagreement, but we're happy together,
The market is in recession and we have aren't we?
no way of moving our inventory, or A: That's just it, I'm not happy anymore,
getting rid of our staff. If we consider Tim. It's not you, it's me. I know that I
redundancies, it would cost us a fortune can be hard to deal with, and you are a
because of the new regulations governing great guy! You are the type of guy that any
compensation packages. It's a real mess. woman would kill for!
A: For crying out loud... How fast are we B: So, what are you saying? You're
losing money? breaking up with me because I'm perfect?
B: Um...how can I put this? Let's just say A: Tim, you are too good for me. You
that at this pace, we will be filing for deserve someone who can make you
Chapter eleven in less than three months. smile and make you happy the way that
A: What! Geez! How could this have you made me happy. Oh, I could say that
happened? So what's the bad news? I'll be all you need, but that would be a lie.
B: Oh, that's the really bad news. Our I know I'd only hurt you, I know I'd only
supplier suffered QC problems and, well, make you cry.
half of our production is faulty. We're B: Baby, come on. Don't do this to me!
going to have to recall all items sold in the Whatever it is, we can work it out. Just
last quarter. And the worst part? We're give me another chance! I know that we
going to have to shoulder this cost. can get through this, but we gotta stick
A: Are you joking? Get the supplier on the together! Don't leave me.
line now! They have to assume the costs A: I can't, Tim. I hope someday you can
of this mess! find some way to understand I'm only
B: We tried that, sir. The factory has doing this for you. I don't really wanna go
gone under and the owner apparently has but, deep in my heart I know this is the
fled the country. kindest thing to do.
A: We're doomed! B: Laura...
B: There is some really good news A: Here are your keys. I'll send my sister
though! to pick up the rest of my things next week.
A: Really? What! I'm sorry, Tim. I wish you all the best, and
B: I got offered a new job! I hope that one day we can meet again. I'll
The Weekend - Breaking Up(0109) always love you. Goodbye.
A: Honey, do you have a second? Daily Life - Registering for
B: Sure! Are you okay? You seem a bit University(0110)
worried. What's on your mind? A: Excuse me? Is this where I register?
A: We need to talk. I'd like to sign up for my courses for next
B: Okay... semester.
A: I've been thinking, and well, I think we B: Yes, of course. I need your student ID
need to start seeing other people. please.
B: What? Why? I mean, we've had our ups A: Here you are.
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B: Okay, Susan. It says here that you are a Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver
business major and you are in your and, he seems to be very nervous.
second year. Is this information correct? B: Oh no! Not a good swing at all! It's
A: Yes. I do want to take some additional definitely not his day today. On the
credits this year to get a minor in seventh hole he got a bogey and before
psychology. that he barely made par. He will
B: Sure. That's not a problem. Do you definitely not get a birdie on this shot.
have the list of courses you want to take A: It seems that his ball has flown
this semester? somewhere deep in the trees. He is
A: Yeah. Here's my list. I'm not sure if the having a hard time finding it and even his
class schedule will allow me to take all of caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot
them though. it.
B: Yeah, that's perfect. What about the B: Oh no! A bear! Run, Tiger, run!
subjects for your minor? Somebody call animal control!
A: Oh yeah! Almost forgot! I need to take Daily Life - Dr. Plumber(0112)
fundamental linguistics, consumer A: Good afternoon! Did you call for a
psychology and neuroanatomy. plumber?
B: Wow, you are going to be busy this B: Yes, yes I did. Please come in! I'm so
semester! Okay, here you go. You are glad you came! This old house is falling
registered now; you'll have to make your apart! Come on into the bathroom. See,
first tuition payment before classes start. here, there's water leaking everywhere!
The Weekend - Golf(0111) A: I see. Let me have a look. It seems that
A: Good morning golf aficionados! My your toilet is clogged, and that's why it
name is Rick Fields, and you guessed it, I won't flush. Let me just get my plunger.
am here with my main man, Bob No, that's not working either. I suspect
Copeland. that there's some sort of foreign object in
B: Thank you, Rick! As you can see, ladies the pipes that's causing a blockage. That's
and gentleman, we are here in beautiful what's making your toilet overflow.
Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the B: Oh, that must be because of my four-
world are trying to win the grand prize of year-old daughter. She is always flushing
one million dollars! things down the toilet. You know how
A: Whoa, that's a lot of cash! Let's go to kids are.
the course and see how Tiger Woods is A: Yeah, I have a little one myself.
doing. Anyway, these water pipes are really
B: All right, were're here at the eighth rusty, so they also should be changed.
hole. It's a par four, and has some very That could be causing water to not drain
difficult hazards which many golfers find completely; that might lead to more
difficult to avoid. Although, I did see Jack problems in the future. I would also
Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very suggest fixing this faucet that isn't
same hole! shutting off properly. I could have it all
A: Tiger Woods is about to tee off, and finished by today if it's urgent.
let's see if he has the same luck as Jack. B: That would be great! Is it expensive?
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A: Let's see... I would say about eight B: He's coming this way, be cool.
hundred dollars. C: Hey guys! What do you think of my
B: What? That's more than I make in a automobile? Isn't it bad to the bone?
day and I'm a heart surgeon! A: Word! The ladies are gonna be lining
The Office - Sorry I'm Late(0113) up to get with you when they see you
A: Where is everyone? We were driving around in that car.
supposed to start fifteen minutes ago! C: You really think so?
B: Jo called and said she'd be here in a B: For sure!
sec. She said she got tied up with a client. C: Awesome!
C: Sorry I'm late everyone. There was a A: Psych! haha.. you totally fell for it.
huge traffic jam on the highway this C: You are a real scumbag, Charlie. When
morning. I do the nasty with the prom queen, we'll
D: Morning everyone! Were you stuck in see who has the last laugh.
traffic as well, Jess? There was a huge B: Dude, don't have a cow!
pileup on the highway and traffic was Daily Life - I Don't Feel So Good(0115)
backed up for miles. A: Are you okay, man? You don't look
B: Scott just called and said that he's very well.
running late. His last meeting ran over, B: Ugh, I feel terrible. I went out last
but he's on his way now. night with Trevor and things got a little
A: Guys, this is not acceptable. If I say the out of hand.
meeting starts at ten, the meeting starts at A: Nice! So, where did you guys go?
ten. Not ten-oh-one! And definitely not B: We hit a couple of local bars, and met
ten-ten! All right. Let's get started. So up with some friends. Everything was
the first thing I want to talk about is our... cool until Mike came along, and it turned
E: I'm really sorry, everyone! I know I'm out that it was his birthday yesterday!
late. But really, it's not my fault. I was A: Oh no! Mike's birthday is a drinkfest
getting a coffee at Starbucks, and the line for sure!
was way too long. I was waiting for B: Tell me about it! We drank everything
twenty minutes to get my coffee! in the bar!
The Weekend - 1980's(0114) A: Is that why you missed work today?
A: Jim! What's up man! B: Yeah. I woke up this morning feeling
B: Charlie! Is that your ride? It's butt really nauseous. I threw up like five
ugly, dude! times.
A: Don't be a airhead! This is a nineteen A: Eww!
sixty-nine Chevy Impala! I just need to fix B: I was so dehydrated that I drank like a
it up a bit. In a couple of months, this baby gallon of water, and my head has been
is gonna be wicked! pounding all day. I swear, I'm never
B: Not even! Check it out! Now that's a gonna drink again!
fresh ride! A: Too bad man, tonight is Tracy's going
A: Too bad the driver is a major dweeb. away party and she asked if you were
Anyone can have a car like that if their gonna go.
daddy is loaded like his. B: Oh, yeah. I'm there!
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The Office - You Missed The Deadline! to live up to those standards. No more
(0116) phoney excuses. If you're in over your
A: And so, I just wanted to check in with head, you tell me. No more missed
you and find out where we are with this deadlines. Now, I want that data on my
project. As you know, you've missed a desk by nine am!
fairly significant deadline last week, and The Weekend - I'm Sorry I Love You
this will negativity impact the team's IX(0117)
ability to move forward with the next Steven: Veronica wait! Come on honey,
stages of this project. get back in the car. Let's talk it over, okay?
B: I know, I'm really sorry that I missed Veronica: No! I'm tired of your lies! I
the deadline. But really, it wasn't my don't know who you are anymore!
fault. You see, we had all of these Steven: Veronica. It's me, the man that
unexpected technical problems at the last has and always will love you. I'm sorry
minute, and that I couldn't get into the that I've lied to you. Believe me, it's been
database and extract the kind of so hard for me as well, and time and
information that I needed for the data again, I've thought of coming clean. But, I
analyis. You know, if the tech guys would couldn't put you, or my mission at risk.
have done their job and kept the CRM It's all over now. My assignment is
stable, then I wouldn't have missed my complete and now I have to go back to
deadline. India.
A: Oh, come on! An excuse like that is Veronica: What? Are you kidding? Is
tantamount to lying. You're essentially there anything else I should know before I
blaming the tech team for your time never see you again? How could you
management issues, rather than accepting deceive me like that?
responsibility for the fact that you were Steven: Yes... Veronica... I know that this
procrastinating for the past two weeks. isn't the best time and that you probably
B: No, I'm not trying to pass the buck hate me right now but, I want to be
here; I know that it was me who is completely forthright with you. I know
ultimately responsible for getting this deep in my heart that you are the best
done. But the thing is, I could have thing that has ever happened to me.
finished on time if the system hadn't gone Veronica... will you marry me? Come with
down. And you know, with everything me to India baby, I can't make up for
I've got going on now, I can't afford to everything that's happened, but I can
waste time dealing with technical promise you my undying love. I will be
problems. I've got a lot on my plate and the most devoted husband, and I will
there are only twenty-four hours in a cherish you always.
day... Veronica: Steven... I can't just leave
A: I'm not going to accept this excuse. everything at the drop of a hat! With
You're using these small technical glitches everything that has happened between
as a crutch and trying to rationalize the us, I just don't know you any more. I just
fact that you've missed your deadline. can't build a relationship on a foundation
Look, we have standards and I expect you
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of lies. I do love you but... I can't go with Wilma: Come on guys, stop being such
you. I'm sorry... I love you... cowards. It's a mystery and an
AIRPORT: This is the last call for flight adventure!
eight one five from Los Angeles to Shabby: This place gives me the creeps!
Hyderabad. Seriously guys, let's get out of here! I'm
Airline worker: I'm sorry sir we can't getting goosebumps just being here!
wait any longer you must board the plane. Scruffy: Shabby is a scaredy cat!
Are you waiting for someone? Wilma: That laugh came from this room.
Steven: I was but, I don't think she is Let's go and check it out.
coming... Eddie: Look! A ghost! Run!
Daily Life - Baby Talk(0118) The Weekend - Boxing(0120)
A: Honey, the baby is up again. A: Welcome back, boxing fans! My name
B: It's your turn! I went last night. is Rick Fields, and here with me is the
A: Fine! Hello widdle baby! Why are you man with an iron jaw, Bob Copeland.
crying widdle baby? Oh, I see, you made a B: Thank you, Rick! We are coming to you
doo-doo! live from Las Vegas! We're in the beautiful
B: What's going on hun? Why is the baby MGM Grand Hotel and Casino where the
crying? world heavyweight championship is
A: The widdle baby made a doo -doo! about to get under way!
B: What a good boy! Lets get this icky A: That's right Bob! We are about to
diaper off you. witness the legendary Italian Stallion
A: Looky what I have here! Mickey Mouse himself, Rocky Balboa, square off against
jammies! oopsie-daisy! Did the widdle his lifetime rival, Apollo Creed! This will
baby just tinkle all over daddy? be a gruesome match for sure.
B: Yes he did! Yes he did! You just made a B: Both fighters are in the ring, and we
wee wee all over daddy! are about to begin.
A: Hold still while I change this yucky C: In the blue corner, weighing in at two
diaper. hundred and twenty pounds, the former
C: What going on in here? heavyweight champion of the world, "The
A: Oh look it's nana! Say hi to nana! Master of Disaster", the one and only,
C: He's so adorable! I could just eat him Apollo Creed! In the red corner, weighing
up! two hundred and eighteen pounds and
A: Ok, say bye to nana! Time to go beddy - with a record of forty-seven wins and
bye! thirty-seven knockouts, the undefeated,
The Weekend - Being Scared(0119) undisputed, heavyweight champion of the
Shabby: Eddie, why are we at this scary world, the "Italian Stallion", Rocky
looking mansion? It's like, ultra spooky! Balboa!
Eddie: I told you already Shabby, the A: There is the bell and this fight is
owner of the house says there is a ghost underway! Apollo quickly attacks Rocky
haunting his house so we have to go in with quick strong jabs! Rocky dodges
and investigate. successfully and counterattacks with a
Scruffy puffy poo: I don't like this! strong right hook!
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B: Apollo is cut! Rocky landed a strong Daily Life - Supermarket
blow to his right eyebrow and cut him! Cashier(0122)
A: This is his chance! Rocky quickly A: Excuse me sir, this is the express
throws a left, right, another left! Apollo is check-out lane for people that have fifteen
getting pounded! items or fewer. It looks like you have
B: Apollo recovers with a powerful more than fifteen items there.
haymaker and catches Rocky off guard! B: Oh, come on! I have sixteen items! Cut
He's down! the ref starts the count! me some slack, will ya?
C: 1,2,3,4,5,..... A: Fine! Please place your items on the
Global View - Presidential belt and push your shopping cart through.
Speech(0121) Do you prefer paper or plastic?
A: Good evening, my fellow Americans. B: Plastic. I also have a couple of
Three days from now, after a half-century coupons.
of service of our country, I shall lay down A: No problem, I'll take those. Sir, these
the responsibilities of office as, in a coupons expired yesterday.
traditional and solemn ceremony, the B: Darn! Oh, well. I guess it's just not my
authority of the Presidency is vested in day. Thanks anyway.
my successor. This evening I come to you A: Do you have a club card or will it be
with a message of leave-taking and cash?
farewell, and to share a few final thoughts B: Yeah I got a club card. Here you go.
with you, my countrymen. A: Will this be debit or credit?
A: Like every other citizen, I wish the B: Debit please. Also, could I get cash
new President, and all who will labor with back? Fifty dollars would be great.
him, Godspeed. I pray that the coming A: Yeah, sure. Your total is seventy-eight
years will be blessed with peace and dollars and thirty-three cents. Here is
prosperity for all. your receipt. Have a nice day.
A: Our people expect their President and The Weekend - 1990's(0123)
the Congress to find essential agreement A: Hey four-eyes! What's up man, how
on questions of great importance, the have you been?
wise resolution of which will better shape B: Not bad, just went to the mall and
the future of our great nation. My own picked up some junk. Check out my new
relations with Congress began on a Adidas!
remote and tenuous basis when, long ago, A: Those are dope! You are gonna be
a member of the Senate appointed me to getting mad props from the gang, man.
West Point. I then had the pleasure of Anyways, have you seen Betty lately?
building more intimate relationship with B: Dude, don't even go there. That girl
Congress during the war and immediate started trippin' cuz I went to the movies
post-war period. Finally, we have with Veronica the other day. I was like
progressed to the mutually "look, you knew how I was before you got
interdependent relationship we've had with me".
during these past eight years. A: That's right! Your such a playa, man.
Dude, there's Mad Max. Let's go say hi.
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B: Max! Whassup! Are you okay? You B: I think you should sand the edges.
look like you just saw a ghost. Look at all these splinters, someone could
C: I got an F in English class. My life is get hurt. Geez...you gotta take pride in
over... your work!
A: Dude, get over it! You need to lay off C: Yeah, you're right. Pass me the sander
the books for a while and have some fun! and I'll take care of it.
Come on, let's bounce. A: Julia! Get over here with the level,
C: Where are we going? Oh, crap. My dad measuring tape and that box of screws!
is gonna go postal when he finds out C: Oh, no! Look out below!
about this. Daily Life - No Smoking! (0125)
A: I'm gonna open a can of whopass on A: It smells like an ashtray in here!
you if you don't come with me now! B: Hi honey! What's wrong? Why do you
C: Okay, okay. Geez... have that look on your face?
Daily Life - Tools(0124) A: What's wrong? I thought we agreed
A: Alright, ladies and gentlemen. We've that you were gonna quit smoking.
been hired to build a deck on this here B: No! I said I was going to cut down
house, and turn this boring and drab lawn which is very different. You can't just
into a backyard oasis. There is one catch, expect me to go cold turkey overnight!
though. We've only got one day to finish A: Look, there are other ways to quit.
this, so I'm gonna need everyone to give You can try the nicotine patch, or nicotine
one hundred and ten percent today. It's chewing gum. We spend a fortune on
going to be tough, but we've got a great cigarettes every month and now laws are
team here, and I know that together we cracking down and not allowing smoking
can tackle this project. That being said, in any public place. It's not like you can
let's get to work! just light up like before.
B: That's right. Now, remember, we've B: I know, I know. I am trying but, I don't
been over the plans, but we really need to have the willpower to just quit. I can't
make sure that everything is up to code. fight with the urge to reach for my pack of
The home inspectors here are pretty smokes in the morning with coffee or
thorough, so please make sure you follow after lunch! Please understand?
the plans exactly. And remember the A: Fine! I want a divorce!
carpenter's rule of thumb: measure twice The Weekend - That's Funny!(0126)
and cut once. Announcer: Hello everyone, and welcome
A: Okay, guys. Let's get at it. Bob! Pass to open mic night! You're in for a real
me that hammer! The nails won't go in; treat as we've got a lot of great comics
the wood is too hard. I think I'm gonna here with us tonight. First up, we have a
need the nail gun. That did it! very funny man coming straight from the
C: Do me a favor and help me cut this state of Montana, Robert Hicks!
two-by-four, will ya? Pass me the circular A: Thank you, everyone! Well, what a
saw, and grab hold of the end of the lovely crowd. You know, there's nothing I
board. Now help me drill some holes in it love better than stand-up comedy! You
so we can place the bolts. know, I've been working on my routine
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for months now, and I've got some real Host: That's right! A hundred points! Uh
zingers for you tonight. Let's start out oh! That sound means it's double or
with some short jokes, how bout that? nothing! The songs are more difficult and
Where do you find a one legged dog? the points are doubled! Let's hear our
Where you left it. next song!
A: Get it? mmm Anyways... What do you Team A: Too easy! That song is Kinslayer
call a sheep with no legs? A cloud ! by the Finnish power metal group,
A: Tough crowd... Alright, now you're Nightwish!
going to love this joke. It's hilarious! Host: You are correct! Very impressive
What do cows do for entertainment? team A! And it seems we have a tie! It's
They rent moooovies ! moooovies time now for the tie-breaker round! Each
A: Okay, Okay, we've got a few hecklers in team will be played three songs and they
the audience, but this one is good! What must tell us the genre of each song in less
does a fish say when it runs into a wall? than five seconds! Team A, are you
DAM! ready?
A: Okay, Last one! Why do gorillas have Team A: Ready!
big nostrils? Coz they got big Host: Let's hear it!
fingers!!!!!!!!! Team A: Hip Hop, Classical and Gothic
Crowd: Get off the stage! You suck! metal!
A: Thanks everyone that was my time. Host: You are right! Team B, the
The Weekend - I Love That Song! pressure is on, if you get all of them right,
(0127) we will move on to sudden death. If you
Host: Welcome back, music lovers, to "I miss one, you lose! DJ, Let's hear it!
Love That Song"! The game show where Team B: Rap, Disco and... and...
we test your musical knowledge to the Daily Life - I'm Sorry I Love You
extreme! Let's get started! Team A... Guess X(0128)
this tune: Gulam: Steven! Good to see you brother!
Team A: Carrying Your Love With Me by How are you? How was your trip?
George Straight! The genre is country Steven: It was fine. I've been better but,
music! it's great to be home, I've missed you all!
Host: You are right! one hundred points How's mom?
to team A! Now, for our next cut. Gulam: She's great! All she ever does is
Team B: Thong Song by Sisqo! I believe talk about you -her little boy that went to
the genre is R&B? the United States. You're her pride and
Host: One hundred big points for team B! joy, you know that?
For all our viewers the acronym R&B Steven: Can't wait to see her. And you?
stands for Rhythm and Blues. On that What's new with you?
note, DJ, play our next song! Gulam: Well, Nisha and I are expecting!
Team B: Superstar by The Carpenters! You'll have another nephew or niece
Host: And the genre? soon!
Team B: Um... Um... Adult Contemporary? Steven: That's great! Wow! Congrats! You
two are great together, ya know. You
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have such a beautiful family. I hope one Global View - Presidential Speech
day I can have that. II(0129)
Gulam: Of course, man! Come on! I mean, A: We now stand ten years past the
everything was set here for you to marry midpoint of a century that has witnessed
Shalini! You know, she's still pining after four major wars among great nations.
you. I don't think she'll ever get over you. Three of these involved our own country.
Steven: What are you talking about? I Despite the carnage of these conflicts,
hardly knew her! How could she be in America is today the strongest, the most
love with me? I couldn't go through with influential and most productive nation in
it even though she is a great woman. No, I the world. We are understandably proud
left my heart in the United States. I just of this pre-eminence, yet we realize that
hope Veronica is happy. America's leadership and prestige
Gulam: Get over it! You're home now. depend, not merely upon our unmatched
Everyone here thinks so highly of you; material progress, riches and military
there'll be girls throwing themselves at strength, but on how we use our power in
you. You can marry anyone you want! the interests of world peace and human
Steven: I don't want to marry anyone! I betterment.
want to marry her! Don't you A: Throughout America's adventure in
understand? free government, such basic purposes
Gulam: You are incorrigible. have been to keep the peace; to foster
Liliana: Steven! My baby how are you! progress in human achievement, and to
I've missed you so much! enhance liberty, dignity and integrity
Steven: Hey, mom! Great to see you! among peoples and among nations.
Liliana: You look so thin! Didn't those A: We pray that peoples of all faiths, all
Americans feed you? Come come, let's races, all nations, may have their great
have some chai. By the way... There is a human needs satisfied; that those now
girl here waiting for you. denied opportunity shall come to enjoy it
Veronica: Hi Steven. to the full; that all who yearn for freedom
Steven: Veronica! How did you get here? may experience its spiritual blessings;
How did you know where I live? I waited that those who have freedom will
for you at the airport but you never understand, also, its heavy
showed... responsibilities; that all who are
Veronica: I also have some little secrets insensitive to the needs of others will
that I haven't told you about, but we can learn charity; that the scourges of
discuss that later. I realized that I was poverty, disease and ignorance will be
just scared. Scared of how much I love made to disappear from the earth, and
you and of the commitment that marriage that, in the goodness of time, all peoples
requires. I'm here now. Now there is will come to live together in a peace
something I wanna ask you. Steven, will guaranteed by the binding force of mutual
you marry me? respect and love.
Priest: I now declare you, husband and
wife. You may kiss the bride.
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A: Now, on Friday noon, I am to become a A: My dad will freak out if I even mention
private citizen. I am proud to do so. I look a trip like that!
forward to it. Thank you, and good night. B: Alright this is a good one. What would
Daily Life - Going To The Gym(0130) your mom say if you told her you are
A: Hey there, you look a little lost. Are going to get married?
you new here? A: If I told her that, she would faint and
B: Yeah how'd you know? have me committed!
A: You can always spot the newbies. I can Daily Life - Mechanic(0132)
give you a few pointers if you want. Were A: Howdy! Nice car! What seems to be the
you trying to use this machine here? problem?
B: Yeah! I just started my training today B: I don't know! This stupid old car
and I'm not really sure where to begin. started spewing white smoke and it just
A: It's ok, I know how it is. This machine died on me. Luckily, I managed to start it
here will work out your upper body, up and drive it here. What do you think it
mainly your triceps and biceps. Are you is?
looking to develop strength or muscle A: Not sure yet. How about you pop the
tone and definition? hood and we can take a look. Hmmm, it
B: Well, I don't want to be ripped like doesn't look good.
you! I just want a good physique with B: What do you mean? My daddy gave me
weights and cardio. this car for my birthday last month. It's
A: In that case you want to work with less brand new!
weight. You can start off by working ten A: Well missy, the white smoke that you
to fifteen reps in four sets. Five kilo saw is steam from the radiator. You
weights should be enough. Now it's very overheated your engine so now the
important that you stretch before pistons are busted and so is your
pumping iron or you might pull a muscle. transmission. You should have called us
B: Got it! Wow is that the weight you are and we could have towed you over here
lifting? My goodness that's a lot of when your car died.
weight! B: Ugh... So how long is this going to take?
A: It's not that much. Just watch... I'm ok... An hour?
Daily Life - What if? Part 1(0131) A: I'm afraid a bit more than that. We
A: Okay, next question. If Eric asked you need to order the spare parts, take apart
out on a date, what would you say? your electrical system, fuel pump and
B: Duh! I would say yes! Eric is the most engine and then put it back together
popular kid in school! Okay, my turn. again. You are going to have to leave it
What would you do if you won the here for at least two weeks.
lottery? B: What! How am I supposed to get to
A: Let's see.... If I won the lottery, I would school or go shopping? This is not
buy two tickets for a trip around the happening!
world.
B: If you buy me a ticket I will go with
you for sure!
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Daily Life - Doing Laundry(0133) A: Just a normal sized TV for our living
A: Ok, let's go through this one more room.
time. I don't want anymore ruined or C: I see. Well this set here is on sale. It's a
dyed blouses! forty six inch HDTV screen and has all the
B: I know, I know. OK, so I have to works. Three HDMI connectors, USB, VGA
separate the colors from the whites and and S - Video ports. It even has a DVI port
put them in this strange looking so you can hook up your PC or laptop!
contraption so called washing machine. This is without a doubt the complete
A: Right. You have to turn it on and home theater experience!
program it depending on what type of B: This is exactly what I need! Can you
clothes you are washing. For example for imagine watching movies or playing video
delicates, you should set a shorter games on this thing?
washing cycle. Also, be sure to use fabric A: Honey, I think it's a bit too big. I don't
softener and this detergent when even think it will fit in our living room.
washing. C: Not to worry, we will deliver and
B: So complicated! Ok, what about this install it in your home. It comes with a
red wine stain? How do I get it out? wall mount so you can just hang it on the
A: Since this is a white t-shirt, you can wall like a picture!
just pour a little bit of bleach on it and it B: This is great! How much will this set
will do the trick. me back?
B: Cool. Then I can just throw everything C: Lucky for you, this is the last one we
in the dryer for an hour and its all set have in stock so it's half off!
right? B: I'll take it!
A: No! Since you are washing delicates Daily Life - Cheer Up(0135)
and cotton, you should set the dryer to A: Ok... I'll talk to you later. Bye
medium heat and for twenty minutes. B: Carrie, are you ok? You seem a bit
B: You know what? I'll just have down.
everything dry cleaned. A: I just got off the phone with my
Daily Life - Buying a TV(0134) boyfriend. He is always getting upset and
A: Seriously, I don't know why we need losing his temper over nothing. It's so
to get a new TV. hard to talk to him at times.
B: Honey I told you already. I can't B: Maybe it's just that he is stressed out
appreciate the graphics level and detail of from work or something. He does have a
the games on my Playstation 3 on our old pretty nerve wracking job you know.
TV. A: Yeah but, he is always in a really foul
C: Good afternoon folks! How can I be of mood. I try to find out what's bothering
service today? him or get him to talk about his day but,
B: I'm looking to upgrade to a newer, he always shuts down and brushes me off.
bigger television set. B: Men are like that you know. They can
C: You've come to the right place! What feel nervous, anxious or on edge and the
size are you looking for? only way they can express it is by trying
to hide it through aggressiveness.
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A: I guess you are right. What do you Daily Life - Getting Internet
think I should do? He wasn't always this Service(0137)
grouchy you know... A: Welcome to Galanet. How can I help
B: Talk to him, try to cheer him up when you?
he is down and if that doesn't work, I say B: Hi. I would like to get an internet plan
get rid of him and get a new one! for my house.
A: You are something else you know that? A: Of course. We have three different
Global View - Gambling(0136) plans with different prices you can choose
A: Did you hear? The state is thinking of from. The first one is the cheapest but
legalizing gambling in our city! Soon we most basic plan which is thirty dollars a
are gonna have amazing hotels and month. This is for broadband internet
casinos here which will be good for our with a download speed of five hundred
business! and twelve kbps.
B: Are you serious? Gambling is a vice B: I have no idea what kbps means. I just
industry built on deception and fed by the want to be able to get online, play games
intentional exploitation of human and chat with my friends. Oh, and watch
weakness for the sole purpose of movies online as well.
monetary gain! It disgusts me. A: Well, this connection might be a bit too
A: What are you talking about? How does slow for your needs. I suggest you get the
it exploit people? premium package for fifty dollars a month
B: Well, to begin with, Gambling is which includes a connection speed of two
addictive, ruins marriages, destroys megabytes. That way you can play games
families and bankrupts communities. online without any lag. This package also
Once you are addicted it is very difficult to includes a wireless router and a personal
stop. People have lost their houses, cars firewall absolutely free!
and been left out on the street after B: Do I have to pay an installation fee?
becoming addicted. Secondly, it exploits A: Lucky for you, this month we aren't
because men become addicted to charging our normal installation fee. You
gambling most often because of the action are saving yourself 100 bucks right there!
and risk. Women gamble to escape, and And we'll throw in this pen drive!
senior citizens will start gambling for the B: Awesome!
social interaction. Underage gamblers Daily Life - Renting A Car(0138)
often start gambling on sports with Man: Hi, I made a reservation for a mid-
friends and then illegal bookies. size vehicle. The name is Jimmy Fox.
A: Geez! Now that I think about it, maybe Agent: I'm sorry, we have no mid-size
legalizing gambling isn't such a good idea! available at the moment.
Although, I have been to Las Vegas, and I Man: I don't understand, I made a
didn't become addicted or anything like reservation, do you have my reservation?
that. Agent: Yes, we do, unfortunately we ran
B: You cannot predict who will become out of cars.
addicted to gambling. Now excuse me, I
have a protest rally to organize!
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Man: But the reservation keeps the car Bobby: And these two? They are
here. That's why you have the husband and wife?
reservation. Daddy: That's right! That's the queen and
Agent: I know why we have reservations. that's the king. If the other player
Man: I don't think you do. If you did, I'd captures your king, he will say "Check
have a car. See, you know how to take the Mate" and the game is over! Doesn't this
reservation, you just don't know how to sound fun?
hold the reservation and that's really the Bobby: Nah! This is boring! I'm gonna go
most important part of the reservation, play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation!
the holding. Anybody can just take them. Daily Life - Buying a Computer(0140)
Agent: But we do have a compact or an Customer: So can you fix it?
SUV if you'd like. Sales Clerk: I'm sorry sir. This computer
Man: Fine. I'll take the compact. is not broken or damaged. It's simply just
Agent: Alright. We have a blue Ford too old! That's why your programs and
Focus for you Mr. Fox. Would you like applications are running slow. There
insurance? really isn't much I can do.
Man: Yeah, you better give me the Customer: What do you mean? I bought
insurance, because I am gonna beat the this computer just three years ago!
hell out of this car. Sales Clerk: Yes, but technology is ever
The Weekend - Playing Chess(0139) changing and technology is becoming
Daddy: Bobby! Come here, look what I obsolete faster and faster!
got you! Customer: Ok, I know where this is going.
Bobby: What is that? How much will it cost me to get a new
Daddy: A chess board! Daddy is going to computer?
teach you how to play! Sales Clerk: Well, this desktop over here
Bobby: Cool! is our latest model. It has a four gigahertz
Daddy: Ok, each player gets 16 pieces. processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM
You can be the white ones and I'll play and a hard disk with one terabyte. Of
with the black pieces. Now in the front, course, it includes a mouse, keyboard and
you set up the pawns. Those are the least desk speakers.
valuable pieces and can only move one Customer: I have no idea what you are
space forward. When you are about to talking about. I just want to know if it's
capture another piece, it can move one good and if I will be able to play solitaire
space diagonally. without the computer crashing or
Bobby: What about all these other freezing all the time!
pieces? Sales Clerk: This PC is top of the line and I
Daddy: See this one that looks like a guarantee it will never freeze! If it does,
tower? It's called the rook. The one with we'll give you your money back!
the tall hat is called the bishop. See this Daily Life - What If? Part 2(0141)
little horsey? This is called the knight, it's A: This is the good life! We have it good
a very important piece so it's best to not don't you think?
let your opponent capture it.
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B: Yeah of course! Although, don't you B: Thanks honey! You have such great
ever wonder what "could have been"? fashion sense. Now, what am I going to do
A: What do you mean? with my hair?
B: Well, sometimes I think of how things Daily Life - The Butcher(0143)
could have turned out if I had done things Butcher: Hi. What can I get for you?
a little differently. Gina: I’d like a half a pound of ground
A: For example? beef, please.
B: Like for example, if I hadn't studied Butcher: Good choice! Our ground beef is
architecture, I would have become an extra lean, if you know what I mean.
artist like I wanted to. Gina: Could I also have half a dozen pork
A: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I chops and two pounds of boneless
wouldn't have gotten married if I hadn't chicken breasts?
moved to this town and met Sally. Butcher: No, no no no chicken breasts at
B: You see! Everything happens for a the moment, but we have some nice
reason! We wouldn't even have met if I chicken thighs.
hadn't been in that car accident ten years Gina: No, that won't do. I'll take this
ago! smoked ham you have here.
A: Well, I have no regrets! Butcher: Okay, is there anything else?
B: I'll drink to that! Gina: Do you have any other cold cuts? Is
The Weekend - What Do I Wear? this salami and bologna you have here?
(0142) Butcher: Yes! It's very fine meat! Made it
A: Honey come on! We are going to be myself...
late! Honestly, you take longer getting Gina: Sounds good. Okay, that's it.
ready than I do! Butcher: Wait! We have T-bone, rib eye,
B: I was drying my hair and ironing my and sirloin steaks. They are very fresh!
shirt! Can you come here for a sec? I need Just came from the slaughter house...
your help. Gina: Mmm... No that's okay, really. I
A: What is it? Why are all these clothes on think that's all for today.
the bed? Butcher: Okay. That will be thirty-four
B: I don't know what to wear! Ok, give me dollars and fifty cents.
your opinion. Do you like the way this Global View - Capital
looks? The striped short sleeved shirt Punishment(0144)
with this checkered sweater and my lucky Professor: That's all for today's class. We
sandals. I like the cut and hemline of these will continue our lecture on crime and
shorts so I think I'll wear these as well. punishment tomorrow.
A: Are you joking? What am I going to do A: Do you think we should be tougher on
with you? We are going to a dinner party crime?
not the beach! Wear the shirt with the B: Well, it depends on what you mean.
silk tie I bought you and these corduroy A: For example, we could bring back the
pants. It's chilly outside so you can wear death penalty for murder, give longer
this coat. prison sentences for lesser offences and
lock up juvenile offenders.
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B: Those really sound like Draconian Daily Life - Chicken Pox(0145)
measures. Firstly, what do you do about A: What's wrong with you? Why are you
miscarriages of justice if you've already scratching so much?
put innocent people to death? B: I feel itchy! I can't stand it anymore! I
A: You'd only use capital punishment if think I may be coming down with
you were absolutely sure that you'd something. I feel lightheaded and weak.
convicted the right person. A: Let me have a look. Whoa! Get away
B: But, there've been many cases of from me!
wrongful conviction where people have B: What's wrong?
been imprisoned for many years. The A: I think you have chicken pox! You are
authorities were sure at the time, but contagious! Get away! Don't breathe on
later it was shown that the evidence was me!
unreliable. In some cases, it'd been B: Maybe it's just a rash or an allergy! We
fabricated by the police. can't be sure until I see a doctor.
A: Well, no system of justice can be A: Well in the meantime you are a
perfect, but surely there's a good case for biohazard! I didn't get it when I was a kid
longer prison sentences to deter serious and I've heard that you can even die if you
crime. get it as an adult!
B: I doubt whether they could act as an B: Are you serious? You always blow
effective deterrent while the detection things out of proportion. In any case, I
rate is so low. The best way to prevent think I'll go take an oatmeal bath.
crime is to convince people who commit it A: Ewww!
that they're going to be caught. It doesn't Global View - Animal Rights(0146)
make sense to divert all your resources A: You should have seen the T.V. show
into the prison system. that was on last night, the topic it covered
A: But if you detect more crimes, you'll was really interesting; animal rights.
still need prisons. In my reckoning, if we B: Do you really believe in that? If they
could lock up more juvenile criminals, are going to focus on something, they
they'd learn that they couldn't get away should do it on civil rights.
with it. Soft sentences will merely A: Yes, but we can’t deny that animals are
encourage them to do it again. vulnerable, defenseless, and are
B: Yes, but remember that prisons are completely at the mercy of human beings.
often schools for criminals. To remove B: I understand your point, but we
crime from society, you really have to continue to have transgressions against
tackle its causes. human rights. If so much attention
A: Well, if I were president, I would weren’t devoted to the topic of animals,
impose tougher laws and punishment. I we would then concentrate more on
would have a peaceful society based on saving a human being instead of
fear of punishment, not consciousness of protecting a koala.
doing the right thing. A: You can’t compare apples and oranges;
B: You sound like a dictator! I believe that both topics are important
A: Well if it works, why not? and that we can’t ignore them, the
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mistreatment of animals can cause a great A: My friends? Fat? What about those
environmental imbalance.I believe that whales you call friends?
governments should prohibit activities B: You're unbearable; you can walk
like poaching. home, I'm leaving.
B: Well, you are right on that point. This Daily Life - Paranoid (C0148)
is the reason that I don’t buy leather and I A: Dan, Dan dude. You have to come over
try to buy synthetic products. to my house right now!
B: At least you’re doing your part. My B: Is everything Ok?
contribution is to have a pet in the house A: Just get over here!
that I treat like a member of the family. A: Come in! Quickly!
A: As long as you don’t treat it better than B: So, since when is your house a bank?
your wife, it’s fine. A: What do you mean?
Daily Life - The Argument (C0147) B: I mean, what's up with the and locks
A: Wow, that terrible movie is finally and iron bars on your windows.
over. Next time I'm picking the film, A: Security Dan, security! You can never
because I don't want to end up seeing a be too safe you know! A lot of sickos out
chick flick. there. Just the other day they caught that
B: Well you should have picked, in the peeping tom red handed! Had a high
end you always complain about power telescope and binoculars by his
everything. window.
A: Not everything, just this film. Even the B: Whats the matter with you? Why are
title is ridiculous; and it's so long, those you acting all paranoid?
are the two and a half most wasted hours A: Paranoid? I'm not paranoid! I'm
of my life, so much so that I'm thinking cautious! You see Dan, we have to be on
about asking them to give me my money guard at all time! People just invade your
back. privacy as if they knew you!
B: I'm thinking of taking you back home. I Telemarketers, solicitors, even your bank!
thought we could have a nice evening, but They have way too much information! I
you're always so negative. like to keep everything on a need to know
A: I'm only complaining about a movie basis
that I could have rented or bought and B: OK, well, what did you want to see me
then thrown in the garbage. about?
B: You see, that's what I'm talking about, I A: You are being watched! Be careful
can't stand your sarcastic jokes anymore Dan! Be careful!
A: Next time, go with your gay friend who Daily Life - Moving (C0149)
is more in touch with his feelings. A: Ok, that's fine. Bye.
B: Well he's more of a man than you are; B: What happened?
at least he appreciates love stories. A: That's it, my lease is up. I have to
A: Love? More like one-night-stands. move.
B: Don't criticize Mario or else I'll start on B: What? Why? Can't you renew it?
those fat, drunk friends of yours; they're
no saints.
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A: The owner apparently is selling this B: I’m going to Anthropology class and
place to make way for the construction of now with the year anniversary of Darwin,
a parking lot it’s the only thing we study. Frankly, I'm
B: Well, I can help you pack. We should sick and tired and tired of hearing about
start looking for a new place for you this guy.
ASAP. A: What? Why? How can you not like
A: I think I might move in with my Darwin? I mean the man changed the
parents for a couple of months until I can entire perception of how things came to
find something. You know how hard it is and his theory is backed by pretty solid
to find a decent place around here. I'm evidence!
gonna have to put most of my stuff in B: I don’t like him. His theory of human
storage for a while. evolution and natural selection is full of
B: Well, let me know if there's anything I holes. It lacks the solid evidence of which
can do to help out. you speak of.
A: Actually, would you mind looking after A: That statement puts you at odds with
my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of half of the academy. Not to mention your
weeks? professors! Furthermore, the explanation
B: hehe.. sure proposed by Darwin about the origin of
The Weekend - Bug Spray (C0150) species and the mechanism of natural
A: The mosquitos are biting me! selection constitutes a grand step toward
B: Me too, I can’t stop scratching. They a coherent understanding of the world
are everywhere! Sneaky little jerks. and evolutionist ideas.
A: Do you have any bug spray? B: I'm not minimizing his grand
B: No, I forgot to buy some. contributions, it’s just that his theory
A: Then we’ll have to put up with it. reminds of the conundrum of the chicken
B: We can cover ourselves with beer! and the egg.
That way if they bite us, they'll get drunk A: What are you talking about?
and fall asleep B: The question is, which was first? The
A: That's without a doubt, the best idea chicken or the egg? I feel the same
youve had! Lets do it! regarding his theory. How does the first
B: Run! They are thirsty for more! cell of life come to be?
Advanced - Darwin's Theory Of A: Interesting. I think that question is
Evolution (E0151) better suited for my philosophy class. In
A: It’s been a long time since I last saw the meantime, how about we settle this...
you. Where have you been? with a due!
B: The exams and plans I have to turn in The Office - Cut It Out (C0152)
in are driving me crazy, I don’t even have Ed: Hey, Mary, can you cut that out?
time to sleep. Mary: Cut what out I'm not doing
A: It’s the same for me. I'm up to my neck anything.
in work, but at least finals are coming Ed: The tapping of your pen on your
soon and we’ll have a vacation. Where are desk. It’s driving me crazy.
you going now?
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Mary: Fine! By the way would you mind reminded me of home. I almost let it get
not slurping your coffee every time you to me, but then I started going out,
have a cup! keeping myself busy and before I knew it,
Ed: I don’t slurp my coffee. And plus, how I was used to to it.
can you hear it when you're shouting into Tom: I see what you mean, but I 'm still
your phone all the time? bummed out.
Mary: You 've got to be kidding me! Sarah: Ok how does this sound: let's get
You're complaining about me talking on you suited up and hit the dance club
the phone when you go out for a cigarette tonight. I hear that an awesome DJ is
break ten times a day to shoot the breeze? playing and there will be a lot of pretty
Ed: Look, we have a lot of accumulated single girls there!
anger from working in these conditions, Tom: You know, I could really go for that.
and it's probably okay to let off steam You don’t mind being my wingman for
once in a while But, it's probably not a tonight?
good idea to keep it up I’m willing to Sarah: Not at all! It be fun! It will be like a
forgive and forget and if you are. boys night out... well kinda...
Mary: Fine. Let’s call a truce. I’ll try to Tom: Great! I must warn you though,
more considerate and to keep the noise whatever happens, don't let me go on a
down drinking binge. Trust me, it's not a pretty
Ed: Yeah, I'll try to do the same. So, I was picture!
wondering you wanna go out to dinner The Weekend - Rock Band (C0154)
Friday night? A: I’m forming a music band.
Daily Life - Homesick (C0153) B: Do you already know how to play an
Sarah: Tom! How are you? We missed instrument?
you at the party last night. Are you ok? A: Uh... Yeah! I've told you a thousand
Tom: I don’t know. I didn't really feel like times that I'm learning to play the drums.
going out. I guess I'm feeling a little Now that I know how to play well, I would
homesick. like to form a rock band.
Sarah: Come on We've been through this B: Aside from yourself, who are the other
already! Look, I know the adjustment was members of the band?
hard when you first got here, but we A: We have a guy who plays guitar, and
agreed that you were gonna try and deal another who plays bass. Although we still
with it. haven’t found anyone to be our singer.
Tom: I was. It’s just that the holidays are You told me that you had some musical
coming up and I won’t be able to home talent, right?
because I can’t afford the airfare. I'm just B: Yes, I’m a singer.
longing for some of the comforts of home, A: Perfect. So you can audition this
like my mom’s cooking and being around weekend here at my house.
my family. B: Great! Wait here? You don't have
Sarah: Yeah, it can get pretty lonely over enough room for the amplifiers,
the holidays. When I first got here, I’d get microphones or even your drums! By the
depressed and nostalgic for anything that way where do you keep them or practice?
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A: Dude? What are you talking about? It's B: Hmm... I know! I'll tell you a scary
right here! All we need is my Nintendo story! It happened to me and my dad
Wii and we are set! when I was a teenager...I was living with
The Weekend - Bachelor Party (C0155) my father at the time, when he received a
A: Hi honey! You'll never guess what! My phone call.
friends Julie and Alex are getting married! I was living with my father at the time,
B: Wow that's great news! They're a great when he received a phone call.
couple! Father: Hello? Yes this is him. I see, I'm
A: I know! Anyways I just talked to Alex's sorry to hear that. Ok no problem. I'll be
best man and he is organizing the there shortly. Pack some clothes Tony, my
bachelor party It's gonna be gonna be so great aunt is very ill and no one in the
much fun! All the groomsmen are family wants to take care of her. We are
thinking up all the wacky and crazythings going to stay at her house for a few days.
we are going to do that night. Kid: Aunt? What aunt? I never knew you
B: You aren't going to a strip club are had a great aunt!
you? I don't want you getting a lap dance Father: Well, the family doesn't talk
from some stripper with the excuse that about her or get near her, for that matter.
it's your friends party. Kid: Why is that?
A: Aw come on! It's just some innocent Father: Come on, we have to go.
fun! You know how these things are! We B: So we arrived at this old house on the
are gonna play drinking games, get him outskirts of our town. There was almost
some gag gifts and just have a good no one around and the house had an eerie
time.Nothing too over the top . look to it. Once inside the house, we
B: Well, I don't know. walked to her room and I was surprised
A: Come on! If one of your friends was to find my dad's great aunt in a
getting married I wouldn't mind you wheelchair, yelling at someone, but we
going to her bachelorette party! were alone in the room.
B: Good,because my friend Wendy is Father: Hi, aunt Ursula! This is my son
getting married and I'm organizing her Tony.
party! Ursula: Why have you come? Why are
A: What! you here? Don't you know it isn't safe?
The Weekend - Scary Story (C0156) My time is near, he is coming for me.
A: Oh no! The lights went out! Honey can Kid: Who is coming for you?
you light a candle? Ursula: The prince of darkness! The lord
B: Sure. What do we do now? of the underworld, the tempter, the old
A: Well, we can just talk, you know, like serpent.
we used to. Father: Come on, aunt Ursula let's lay you
Hmm... I know! I'll tell you a scary story! It down. You need to get some rest. Tony,
happened to me and my dad when I was a help me lay her down.
teenager... (fade out - fade in new scene) B: That night, we slept in one of the 12
I was living with my father at the time, rooms of that big old mansion. The trees
when he received a phone call. outside seemed to come alive and their
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shadows formed ghoulish shapes on my items, we found strange notebooks with
bed. All of a sudden, we heard screaming. names and amounts of money written
Ursula: Ahhh! Get off me beast! I won't let next to them. We found pictures with
you take me! Ahhh! people's faces sewn with black or red
Kid: Dad! Dad! Something is attacking string. And you want to know what the
aunt Ursula! strangest thing was? There was a small
Ursula: Ursula: Take your claws off me! doll, filled with dead ants, with a strand of
Go back to the underworld you demon! I hair tied around it's waist, and on the
shall be judged before you can take me! doll's face, there was a picture of me with
Father: The door is jammed! Stand back! the numbers: "311009". You know what
Aunt Ursula! Where are you? date it is today? October 31st, 2009....
Kid: Over here! The Weekend - Trick Or Treat (C0157)
B: And as we approached her, she was A: Trick - or -treat
lying on the floor, with her hands and feet B: Tom, aren't you a littletoo old to be
open like the Vitruvian Man, breathing trick-or - treating?
heavily with bloody marks and scratches A: What are you talking about? Where is
on her arms, legs and face. Remember your Halloweenspirit? Didn't you ever
how I mentioned that she was in a wheel dress up in a costume and go around the
chair? My aunt had been paralyzed from neighborhood trick-or-treatingwith your
the neck down for just over a year. After friends?
this incident, strange things would B: Of course I did, but when I was ten!
happen in the house and my aunt would Trick -or-treatingis for kids, plus, I 'msure
yell and scream, according to her, people will think you're a kidnapper or
warding off the evil that had come to get something, running around with kids NCP
her. As the days passed, she became very at night.
weak and eventually was unable to talk. A: Whatever, I'mgoing next doorI heard
My dad had to work during the day, so I Mrs. Robinson is giving out big bags of
was left to care for her. When she lost her M&Ms!
voice and laid on her death bed, I would Global View - All Saints Day (C0158)
hear her breathe, in and out. C: The Day of the Dead has arrived All
B: Until finally one day, she breathed in... Soul's Dayand All Saint’s Day!
and never exhaled. That night, I felt A: Your neighbor is crazy. Why is he
relieved that it was finally over, but it screaming that?
wasn't. B: Because today is the first of November
B: I was so terrified of what I was the Day of the Dead
hearing, that I didn't sleep all night. The A: Oh, that's right.
following morning, I went to the B: This is a very special day among many
bathroom, expecting to find a mess and cultures around the world especially in
everything torn up, but I found everything Latin America
exactly as it was before. The movers A: Seriously? I thought it was just like any
came that same day and as we were other day, except for the fact that people
cleaning out her drawers and personal
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visit the cemetery and remember their B: I don't think that's gonna cut it. I need
loved ones. something bigger and better!
B: Well, that's just part of it People across A: I'm sorry sir but, what exactly did you
the world celebrate in different waysIn do?
Mexcio for example it's common to see B: Well, I may have accidentally
people building private altars honoring insinuated that she is getting chubbier .
the deceasedusing sugar skulls, preparing A: Get out of my store you jerk!
the favorite foods and beverages of the Global View - Health
departed and visiting graves with these as Insurance (C0160)
gifts. In the Philippines , the tombs are A: Hey honey, how was your day?
cleaned or repainted, candles are lit and B: It was alright. I ran into Billand we got
flowers are offered Entire families camp totalking for a whileHe's in a bit of a jam.
out in cemeteries .and sometimes spend a A: Why? What happened?
night or two near their relatives' tombs! B: Well, his son had an accident and
A: Whoa! That'sscary! I don't know if I Billdoesn't have health insurance. This
could do that! really got me thinking, and I wondered if
B: Why? We should fear the living, not we shouldn't look into a couple of
the dead . different HMO's.
Daily Life - Getting Flowers (C0159) A: Yeah, you're right. We aren't getting
A: Hello sir, how may I help you? any younger and our kids are getting
B: I would like to buy some flowers, older.
please. Something really nice. B: Exactly! I searched onthe web and
A: I see, may I ask whatthe occasion is? found a couple of HMO's with low co pays
B: It's not really an occasion, it's more and good coverage. The deductibles are
like I'm sorry. low, too.
A: Very well. This arrangement here is A: Sounds good, although, do you think
very popular among regretful husb ands we can qualify for insurance? Those
and boyfriends. It has a dozenlong stem insurance companies are real pirates
red roses with a couple of sunflowers and when it comes to money.
a single orchid that stands out. It includes B: Well, we don't have any pre existing
a small teddy bear to achievethe effect of illnesses or conditions, so we should be
immediate forgiveness. fine.
B: I think I'm gonna need more than just A: I wish our company or country
a dozen red roses and a bear. What else provided us with healthcare.
do you recommend? B: Not in a million years!
A: Mmm, well this is our " I'm sorry I Daily Life - Computer Games (C0161)
cheated on you" package. Two dozen red A: MarkWhere have you been? I've been
roses lined with tulips, carnati ons and calling you all morning.
lilies. The fragrance and beauty of this B: I've been playing computer games.
flower arrangement is sure to make her A: What? So you blew me off yesterday
forgive you. and today over a stupid video game?
What game is so important that you have
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no time for me anymore? What are you A: Like what?
playing? B: Well, they mentioned how people put
B: It's called Counter Strike It's a first away money in something called a 401K?
person shooter game. It's awesome. It's a A: Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but a
multi player game where you can go 401k is a type of retirement plan that
online and compete against players from allows employees to save and invest for
all over the world. their own retirement Through a you can
A: You've been wasting your time on authorize your employer to deduct a
this? I can't believe it! It doesn't even certain amount of money from your
look fun or challenging! paycheck and invest it inthe plan
B: My laptop is on my bed. If you think Everyone tries to contribute as much as
it's so easy then get onlineand try to beat possible so that when you retire, you can
me. rest peacefully on your nest egg.
A: Fine! B: That's interesting and logical I guess.
B: Dammit! Howare youkilling me with a In my country, we also have to contribute
single shot? It's not fair! I don't want to to a government-run retirement fund, but
play anymore! Let's go get something to most people don't really trust itso they
eat. just invest in properties or things like
A: Can you bring me something? I am that.
totally hooked on this game! A: That seems a bit unstable don't you
Global View - Veteran's Day (C0162) think?
A: Do you have any plans for Veteran's B: Yeah, but corrupt governments inthe
Day past have created distrust among banks
B: You mean Armistice Day and financial institutions, so now people
A: Well, as you know, on November 11th prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a
allies signed a peace treaty with the piggy bank.
Germans, also known astheArmistice A: I've been thinking of doing that lately!
Treaty This marked the end of WWI and I don't want some banker to run off with
many countries around the world my money!
commemorate this date under names Daily Life - Apology Letter (C0164)
such as " day. In Poland it's their A: Dear Mary, I come here today, in
independence day! There's a lot going on this way, because I need to apologize to
around the world on this day. you. I failed you. Although I did not lie to
B: Wow, I didn't know! Probably because you in words, I lied to you with faces that
I flunked history in school. did not belong to me. I never meant to
Global View - Social Security (C0163) ruin the friendship that meant the world
A: Well that was an interesting to me. You mean the world to me and now
documentary! I come to you asking for forgiveness. If in
B: For sure! I didn't really understand your heart you find you can't, then I will
some ofthe technical jargon they used understand and learn from this
inthe film when they talked about social experience.
security in the US.
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A: You came into my life at a time when I B: Very well, here arethe general termsof
needed you the most. We talked about so our loan policies. We pride ourselves in
many things that I started to realize my having the lowest interest rate inthe
heart and my soul could actually feel country for personal loans.
something other than hurt. You placed A: I see. So let me get this straight. If I
comfort where there was fear, confidence borrow let's say, ten thousand dollars,
where there was doubt, a shoulder where how much will I have to pay each month?
tears could fall and completeness where B: It depends on how long you take to
there was emptiness. I wanted to hold pay it back. If we lend you ten thousand
onto to this so badly that I did whatever it dollars at an annual interest rate of ten
took for you to notice. What I didn't percent for forty eight months, you would
realize was that I could lose my entire have to pay each month a portion ofthe
being, all of who I was and all that I had loan which is called the principal and
placed in you. another small portion ofthe annual
A: I wanted to be the one who would be interest rate. This of course is considering
there when you needed to talk. I wanted that you don't default on a payment!
to be the comfort for your soul when the A: It sounds good but, there is just one
world was too much to handle. I wanted problem. I have a terrible credit score.
to be strong for you when everything else B: That is a very serious problem you see,
seemed impossible. I wanted to love you the bank must assess your personal
in only the way you deserved to be loved, information, past loans, assets and any
never realizing that I was destroying other relevant information such as your
myself and you. Somehow I needed you to credit scorein order to approve your loan.
be a part of my life. The only problem was A: You know what? I don't really need the
that I was willing to jeopardize everything money. Thanks anyways!
to get that done. Daily Life - Dr. Botox (C0166)
A: All the things that I told you about how A: What are you doing?
I felt and how you make me feel were B: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I
true. Nothing else mattered to me except were thirty.
hearing the laughter in your voice when A: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look
you were happy. You made my days easy great! You are beautiful!
to get through and my nights peaceful; B: Yes, I am, but I think it's time for some
you helped me look forward to another plastic surgery I’m tired of these wrinkles
day. Even though distance separated us, and sagging skin. See?
just being was enough. A: I don't see any wrinkles or sagging
A: I'm sorry for hurting you and if I had to skin! You are stop beings ridiculous.
do all over again I would have been 100% Besides, I think that people who get
with you. Forgive me please, Botox, have facelifts, or tummy tucks look
Daily Life - Asking For A Loan (C0165) weird. It doesn't look natural.
B: Hello Sir may I help you? B: Whatever, I think I'm gonna get
A: Yes. I would like some information for liposuction and a nose joband some
requesting a loan. breast implantsas well.
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A: I think you need to get brain surgery. I The Weekend - Cooking A
honestly don't think you need cosmetic Thanksgiving Dinner (C0168)
surgeryYou look amazing. A: Hello everyone and welcome back to
B: I thought you were my friend and our show. Today we are going to learn
would support me on this! I just want to how to cook the perfect thanksgiving
feel better about myself and feel more turkey! I will share a secret that I have
attractive. kept for over 30 years on how to cook the
A: You don’t need plastic surgeryto do perfect, most mouth watering, juiciest
that. You are fine the way you are and you turkey in the world! Let's get started!
have guys drooling all over you! Plus, A: First of all, we must bring out or key
plastic surgeryhurts! ingredient; whiskey. You see, the grains
B: Really? used to make whiskey along with the
A: Yeah! When I got my nose job I was alcohol, brings out the flavor of the turkey
black and blue for a week! meat. Let's pour 1 cup of whiskey on the
Daily Life - Learning How To turkey, and serve yourself a cup as well!
Drive (C0167) Cheers! Ahhh! That's good 12 year
A: Ok! I'm ready for my driving lesson! whiskey right there. Ok, back to our
Should I start the car? turkey. Preheat your oven to 475 degrees
B: Hold on there Fittipaldi, first let's go Fahrenheit. Now have another cup of
over things one more time. Now before whiskey.
you even think of starting the car, make A: Now that the oven is hot, we place our
sure your seat is at a comfortable position bird on a rack inside a roasting pan. Let's
and you can grip the steering wheel add some whiskey to give some extra
firmly. Next check your rear view mirrors flavor and let's have another cup. That hit
to make sure you can see properly. the spot. There we go, we can leave it in
A: We have been through this a million there for the next 45 minutes. In the
times! Let's get going already! I'm ready! meantime, lets have another sip of
B: Fine start the car. Now gently step on whiskey and start with our delicious
the clutch and shift to 1st gear. Good, now pumpkin pie.
accelerate gently and let go of the clutch A: Lightly whisk together 2 eggs and the
as you do it. There we go, good! extra yolk in a large bowl. Once that's
A: I'm doing it! I'm driving! This is ready we can put sugar, spices such as
awesome! Le'ts turn some music on! cloves, grated nutmeg and cinnamon with
B: Keep your eyes on the road! No music! some cream and dark rum into a
We are coming up to a red light, step on saucepan. Slowly bring up to simmering
the brakes. What are you doing? I said the point stirring occasionally. Now you may
brakes! Look out for those people! Get off notice that we are using some dark rum in
the sidewalk! this pie. This is because the richness of
A: Get out of my way! This is just like the pumpkin is beautifully enhanced by
playing video games! the dark rum, so to celebrate this great
B: It's the police! Pull over! occasion, yourself a glass! Cheers!
A: They'll never take me alive!
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A: Now that we have finished with the Daily Life - Wedding Doubts (C0170)
filling, let's Bake the pie for 45 to 50 A: Man, I'm freaking out! You gotta help
minutes until the filling has puffed up me!
around the edges and the center is almost B: Whoa whoa take it easy, relax. Geez,
set. ALl done! A cup of rum to celebrate you're sweating like a pig! What's going
the completion of this great thanksgiving on?
dinner! A: I can't go through with this! I just
A: After waiting for an hour, and having a can't! I'm not ready for marriage! What
couple of drinks, it's time to check on our was I thinking? I'm only thirty five years
turkey! Take the turkey out of the oven, old! I've got my entire life ahead of me,
pick the turkey off of the ground. Don't adventures waiting! I can't settle down
worry, it will add flavor to this recipe. yet!
Now also remove the pie from the oven B: What are you talking about? It wasn't
and serve while still hot! Cheers and more than a month ago that you were
happy thanksgiving! rambling on about how you are tired of
The Weekend - Roller Coaster (C0169) living the life of a bachelor and how you
A: I’m so excited! We are finally here! Six envy your friends that have a family!
Flags Magic Mountain! This isthe best A: I know I know!
amusement park inthe world! B: Let's think this through. First of all,
B: Alright settle down now, you’re gonna you cannot leave Amy atthe altar. Not
give yourself a heart attack. only will she be humiliated and kill you,
C: I can’t believe they charged us dollars but she is the woman that you love
each. It seems like a rip offdon’t you andthe woman of your dreams! Why
think? It's not like I'm gonna get on these would you want to end that or jeopardize
rides. it like this? Second of all, you are just
A: Whoa… Viper! That’s the world’s getting cold feet. You know deep down
highest and fastest roller coaster! You go inside that you want to marry her, so cut
at more than miles per hour! I wanna go the crap and do it!
onthat one! Can I mom please? Can I ? B: You’re right. I'm being crazy! Ok, I'm
B: Chris I’m not sure you should get on ready, lets do this!
that it seems a bit too much for you and A: Great! Phew! That was a close one !
we just had breakfast minutes ago. I don't You had me going there for a minute I
think it's a good idea. thought I was gonna have to slap some
A: Aww come on mom! I can handle it. I sense intoyou
promise I wont ask for anything else! The Weekend - Buying a
Besides, it’s not like I’m gonna throw upor Camera (C0171)
anything… A: Hello, ma'am, can I help you find
C: Let him go Carol, he’ll be fine. something?
A: Alright! Yeah! This is amazing! See B: Yes, actually I'm looking to buy a
how high up we're going? Whoa… mmmf camera.
mmfff barf. A: We've got a wide selection do you
know if you'd like a point-and-shoot, or
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something a little fancier? Are you B: OK, I can have it ready by the end ofthe
shopping for yourself or for someone week.
else? A: No you don't understand, I need this
B: Actually I'm buying a camera for my tomorrow morning! I accidentally spilled
husband. beer all over my wife's dress and we have
A: Ah, well then I'd recommend a nice a wedding to attend tomorrow! She's
entry-level digital SLR. gonna kill me!
B: Yeah? Can I take a look at the SLRs you B: Ok, I can have it ready tomorrow
carry? afternoon, but this suit is also very
A: Sure thing, follow me. This here is the. stained. I can't guarantee we can remove
B: The Canon Eos. Yeah it's ok, but I'm it completely.
looking for something that performs A: Fine! Can you also iron and starch this
better in low light, has a better display shirt?
panel, and longer battery life. B: Certainly.
A: Oh, ah, umthe Nikon D60 is a nice A: Great! This is our secret! If you see my
option. wife, say nothing to her about this!
B: Yeah, but what kit lens does this The Office - Preparing a
camera come with? I don't want some Budget (C0173)
bulky telephoto lens. A: Welcome Mr and Mrs Carnwell, please
A: Oh, well this one has the, uh. take a seat.
B: Looks to me like an 18-55mm lens. B: Thank you.
pretty standard, that will do. Not like my A: So I understand that your family
husband will be stalking celebrities or spending has sky rocketed and you want
anything! to start budgeting.
A: So, ahem, can I interest you in any acc... C: Yes thats correct. Frankly speaking our
B: Accessories? Do you carry polarizing household income is relatively high and
filters? we have never had any money problems,
A: Polarizing filter um we should! I'm but I think this isthe main reason as to
sorry, ma'am. looks like we're sold out. why our spending has gone out of control.
B: No you're not! There are some right B: We have two kids and with allowances,
here! paying their credit cards, ours and not to
A: Oh, well, would you look at that! Po-la- mention our mortgage and car payments.
ri-zing filters. With the recent economic downturn, my
B: Thanks for your help, Ralph! husband's business has suffered and now
A: No problem, ma'am. we need some advice as to how we can
Daily Life - Dry Cleaners (C0172) prepare a family budget.
A: Thank god you are open! I have an A: I see. Well you have come tothe right
emergency! place. First what we need to do, is
B: Hello Mr. Henderson what can I do for determine your cash flow. Knowing how
you? much money is coming in will help us
A: I need this dress and this suit dry allocate spending to different categories
cleaned ASAP!
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such as mortgage, education, groceries, Global View - New Years
etc. Resolution (C0175)
B: Yes that makes sense. A: Did you read this? It says that the
A: Secondly, I need you to bring all of number one new years resolution make is
your receipts forthe last two to three to spend more time with friends and
months. That way, we can determine family.
what your average expenditures are and B: Why would that be funny?
see which category you are spending A: Well, think about it. We are a society
money onthe most. Usually, your fixed that is always on the go, not because we
costs are higher and we cant do much have to, but because we want to.
about that, but we can usually trim your B: Why?
variable costs such as entertainment or A: We work hard and spend less time at
clothing. home because we are trying to provide
C: Great! We will do that then! Now how for our family with goods and services
about we treat you to a nice dinner? that are usually unnecessary.
A: That's another thing. If you really want B: I don't agree, but anyways, I think you
to stop spending so much money, throw should start thinking of a new year's
away at least half of your credit cards! resolution yourself.
The Weekend - Getting a A: What's the point? We always make a
manicure (C0174) new year's resolution and by February we
A: Honey I'll be right back! will have forgotten about it. It's pointless.
B: Where are you going? B: Well then maybe you should resolve to
A: I told you already! I'm going to. get my sticking to your goals and objectives.
nails done. A: What about you? Your gym bag is
B: Again? You just went last week! You gathering dust and you still have brand
spend more time atthe nail salon than you new running shoes that are yet to be
do here at home! Honestly, why do you jogged in.
need a manicure every week? B: Well, I would go if you kept your
A: Well, first of all, I like to pamper promise of going tothe gym with me
myself, and my nails look great. You everyday!
should come with me! A: Yeah yeah whatever.
B: Why? I don't want to have nail polish Daily Life - Heating (C0176)
or anything like that! A: It's freezing in here! Can I turn up the
A: They don't only paint my nails! The heat?
manicurist will remove my cuticles, file B: Don't touch that thermostat! You don't
my nails, and apply at least nails coats of paythe bills around here!
nail polish! A: Dad! Are you serious? What's the point
B: Yeah, sounds like something I should of having central heating if we can't use it!
definitely do. Look, I can see my breath!
B: Put on a sweater! I'm not gonna let you
run up my heating bill just because it's a
bit chilly.
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A: Dad! I'm gonna catch a cold! B: That's where you're making a big
B: When I was your age, my parents mistake! You can't just guess peoples'
didn't have central heating like you do! likes or sizes! Especially with clothes or
We had a furnace inthe center ofthe living jewelry. On top of that, I think that you
room and that was it. We used it to cook, should get your mom something that
heat the house and even dry our clothes! shows how much you love her. Atthe
We never caught a cold. You should be same time you should show her that you
grateful! took the time and effort tolook for
The Weekend - Decorating a Christmas something that she would really like!
Tree (C0177) A: Yeah you're right. When it comes
HUSBAND: I'm home! Everyone come down to it, I can be pretty tacky.
here! I bought a Christmas tree! Look at B: Yeah tell me about it. I know! Your
this beautiful pine tree! mom is trying to learn Spanish right? Why
WIFE: Wow, it's huge! Are you sure it will don't you get her a gift certificate for this
fit inthe living room? great website I saw called SpanishPod.
KID: Awesome! I'll go getthe Christmas A: Now that's a great idea!
lights! Intermediate - Silent Night (C0179)
HUSBAND: Of course it will. help me put A: Silent night, holy night
it inthe living room. A: All is calm, all is bright
KID: I found the lights! A: Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
WIFE: I gotthe Christmas ornaments! We A: Holy Infant so tender and mild
could also place these stockings next to A: Sleep in heavenly peace
the chimney. A: Sleep in heavenly peace
HUSBAND: Great idea! While we decorate A: Silent night, holy night
the tree, we can listen to some good old A: Shepherds quake at the sight
Christmas songs! A: Glories stream from heaven afar
Daily Life - Finding the perfect A: Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!
present (C0178) A: Christ, the Saviour is born
A: Bill. Bill! You gotta help me! A: Christ, the Saviour is born
B: What's wrong? Slow down or you are A: Silent night, holy night
gonna give yourself a heart attack. A: Son of God, love's pure light
A: Tomorrow is Christmas and I haven't A: Radiant beams from Thy holy face
bought my mom anything! I'm such a bad A: With the dawn of redeeming grace
son! A: Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
B: Take it easy! Let's go tothe mall, A: Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
window shop a little and see if there is Elementary - Jingle Bells (B0180)
anything she might like. A: Dashing through the snow
A: That's just it! I don't know what to get A: In a one horse open sleigh
her! Last year I got her a ring that was A: O'er the fields we go
two sizes too big and a pair of shoes five A: Laughing allthe way
sizes too small! I suck at getting presents A: Bells on bob tails ring
for people. A: Making spirits bright
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A: What fun it is to laugh and sing B: Nah, not too flashy.
A: A sleighing song tonight A: Uhg! And this sweater from my aunt?
A: Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells Isn't it hideous?
A: Jingle all the way B: I guess.
A: Oh, what fun it is to ride A: Are you even listening? I'm trying to
A: In a one horse open sleigh have a conversation with you.
A: jingle bells, jingle bells B: And I'm trying to watch the game, but
A: Jingle all the way you're yapping on about your new
A: Oh, what fun it is to ride clothes!
A: In a one horse open sleigh A: Well I have to decide which gifts to
Daily Life - Christmas Day (C0181) keep and which to exchange for better
A: Dad, dad, dad! Wake up! It's ones when I go to the Boxing Day sales
Christmas! this afternoon!
B: Timmy. It's too early for this. Look, it's B: Well could you do me the favor of
six in the morning! Go back to bed! making this quick? It's the third quarter
A: No way! Santa already came and left and you've been blabbering on since the
all our presents! Can we go open them? first!
Please! Please! A: Oh, your precious game. You watch the
C: Of course we can honey. Bill, come on, same game every year, and each year
get dressed. your beloved hometown team loses by at
B: Fine! Not like Santa brought me any least three goals!
gifts! B: Oh no you didn't. You didn't just insult
C: Bill! Honestly, you can be such a the Salsbury Seals, did you? Why don't
grouch sometimes. you just. just go and return all of those
A: Look at all these presents under the stupid clothes and not come back until the
Christmas tree! Awesome! sales are over?
B: Alright Timmy, knock yourself out. We A: I might just! Enjoy your stupid game!
should get ready and head to the market B: And Merry Christmas!
to buy everything for the Christmas A: Merry Christmas!
dinner tonight. Daily Life - Winter Clothes (C0183)
C: Yeah you're right. It's the first time we A: Bye, mom!
are hosting Christmas dinner at our house B: Wait, Jimmy, it's cold outside. Put a hat
so everything has to be perfect. on!
B: I got the list right here. Ham, turkey, A: Ok. Bye!
mashed potatoes, ingredients for the B: No, wait, you will be too cold without
gravy and of course, yams! mittens.
C: My dad offered to bring the eggnog so A: Alright. See ya!
we should be set! B: Hold on, with that wind, you're going
Global View - Boxing Day (C0182) to catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
A: What do you think of this one? A: Ok, see you after school...
B: Eh, so so. B: Oh... and ear muffs! Put these on... here
A: And this one? Too flashy? we go.
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A: Mom? B: You know what? I don't think I can
B: Yes, honey... hack it here out in the countryside. I'm
A: I... I can't breathe. going back to the city!
Daily Life - Fresh Start (C0184) The Office - Business Plan (C0186)
A: Now that it's the new year, I've A: I've had it! I'm done working for a
decided to turn over a new leaf. company that is taking me nowhere!
B: Yeah? You finally decided to wipe the B: So what are you gonna do? Just quit?
slate clean? A: That's exactly what I am going to do!
A: You got it! I have a new job, I'm living I've decided to create my own company!
in a new city, with new friends! This is my I'm going to write up a business plan, get
opportunity to make some small changes some investors and start working for
in the way I live my life. myself!
B: So what are you going to do? Take up B: Have you ever written up a business
an art class or something? plan before?
A: Well, first of all, I've decided to stop A: Well, it can't be that hard! I mean, all
smoking. It's not that I'm pinching you have to do is explain your business,
pennies or anything, it's just that I've how you are going to do things and that's
been smoking since I was sixteen, and I it, right?
think it's time to stop. B: You couldn't be more wrong! A well
B: I'm with you on that one. Anything else written business plan will include an
you're planning on doing? executive summary which highlights the
A: One last thing, I've decided to come idea of the business in two pages or less.
out of the closet. Then you need to describe your company
B: It's about time! with information such as what type of
The Weekend - Farm Animals (C0185) legal structure it has, history, etc.
A: Isn't this great? I always wanted to A: Well that seems easy enough.
own a farm, live out in the country, grow B: Wait, there's more! Then you need to
my own food! introduce and describe your goods or
B: This is very beautiful. Though I have to services. What they are and how they are
confess, I don't know the first thing about different from competitors'? Then comes
farming! the hard part, a market analysis. You need
A: That's fine! Don't worry about it! to investigate and analyze hundreds of
B: What was that? variables! You need to take into
A: Relax, it was just a goat! consideration socioeconomic factors from
B: And that? GDP per capita to how many children on
A: It's just the cows that are grazing over average the population has! All this
there. We can milk them later. information is useful so that you can
B: What was that? move on to your strategy and
A: Honey, seriously, It's just a sheep. implementation stage, where you will
Relax! describe in detail how you will actually
A: Relax, that was just the horses and execute your idea.
donkeys that are in the stable . A: Geez. Is that all?
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B: Almost, the most important piece of B: Bill! Sure, come on in. What can I do
information for your investors will be the for you?
financial analysis. Here you will calculate A: Well sir, as you know, I have been an
and estimate sales, cash flow and profits. employee of this prestigious firm for over
After all, people will want to know when ten years.
they will begin to see a return on their B: Yes.
investment! A: I won't beat around the bush. Sir, I
A: Umm. I think I'll just stick to my old would like a raise. I currently have three
job and save myself all the hassle of trying companies after me and so I decided to
to start up a business! talk to you first.
Daily Life - Going On A Diet (C0187) B: A raise? Son, I would love to give you a
A: Oh man! I've been starving myself for raise, but this is just not the right time.
days now and I haven't lost an ounce! A: I understand your position, and I
B: Are you trying to lose weight? know that the current economic
A: Yeah, my friend is getting married next downturn has had a negative impact on
month and I'm supposed to be a sales, but you must also take into
bridesmaid. I have to fit into my dress and consideration my hard work, pro-
look nice for her wedding, but I haven't activeness and loyalty to this company for
lost any weight! Look at these love over a decade.
handles. B: Taking into account these factors, and
B: You don't have to starve yourself to considering I don't want to start a brain
lose weight. I think that's where you're drain, I'm willing to offer you a ten
going wrong. percent raise and an extra five days of
A: Why? If I eat less, then my body will vacation time. How does that sound?
start eating away at my fat reserves right? A: Great! It's a deal! Thank you, sir!
B: Not really. You should try to not eat B: Before you go, just out of curiosity,
foods high in calories, salts or saturated what companies were after you?
fats. Stay away from oily food and A: Oh, the electric company, gas company
artificial flavors. and water company!
A: So you are saying that I should eat, but Daily Life - Buying A New Mobile
I should just watch what I eat? Phone (C0189)
B: Yes! You can also try to reduce your A: Hello sir, may I help you?
intake of carbohydrates and foods that B: Yeah, I accidentally dropped my phone
are high in cholesterol. You can have in the toilet.
steamed veggies or increase your protein A: I see. Well, you have come to the right
intake found in chicken or fish. place. We have over one hundred models
A: If I do all this do you think I can lose of more than twenty leading mobile
twenty pounds in four weeks? phone manufacturers.
B: Don't count on it. B: Sounds good. I don't want it to be too
The Office - Asking For A Raise (C0188) expensive, maybe something mid-range.
A: Excuse me sir, may I talk to you? A: We have this new HTC smart phone. It
comes with the Android OS so you can
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download applications. It also has a built- never know what time zone we are in or
in camera, mp3 player and touch screen. when to change my clock!
It works on the 3G network so you have A: That just stands for Greenwich Mean
fast access to the internet wherever you Time. Here in California, we are in Pacific
are. Standard Time, that is eight time zones
B: What about Wi-fi? west of Greenwich. Remember when we
A: Of course! You can access the internet were in Beijing? Well, then we were in
from any hotspot as well as from home. China Standard Time, and that's eight
B: One last thing. Is it waterproof? time zones east of Greenwich!
The Weekend - Family B: That's why it was so weird traveling
Barbecue (C0190) from Beijing to LA! Because of the huge
A: Is everything ready for the big family time difference, even though we left
barbecue tomorrow? Beijing at noon and flew for more than
B: Yep. The steaks and chicken are eight hours, we still arrived in LA the
marinated and I also bought hamburger same day at noon! It's like we went back
buns. in time!
A: We should also cook a couple dozen Global View - Natural
hot dogs and kebabs. Disasters (C0192)
B: Yeah, good idea. We can put some lawn Bob: Those are the headlines for today,
furniture outside next to the grill. I also and now for the international weather
set up the tent outside so we can hide report with Mike Sanderson.
from the sun if it gets too hot. Mike: Thank you, Bob! This past week
A: Great! I asked Grace to bring cups and has been the beginning of Armageddon
serviettes as she is also bringing two big for many, a series of unprecedented
coolers for the beers. meteorological events occurred around
B: This is gonna be a great barbecue! the world. In Switzerland, a major
Global View - Daylight Savings avalanche was reported in the Alps.
Time (C0191) Fortunately, no one was injured. Due to to
A: Did you set your clock forward for the extreme cold this winter, a blizzard
daylight savings time? has struck the US Midwest, causing
B: What? Why do we have to do that? classes in schools and universities to be
A: Well, at the start of the spring we temporarily canceled.
usually have more daylight in the Mike: Moving to to Latin American,
mornings and less in the afternoon. This Ecuador has suffered a six month drought
is basically due to our position on the that has not only affected farming, but has
planet and the rotation of the earth. In also forced the closure of the
any case, to take better advantage of the hydroelectric power plant that provides
daylight available, we compensate by electricity for the entire country. In Chile,
moving our clocks forward one hour. a major earthquake that registered seven
B: I see. That's convenient! I never point five on the Richter scale struck the
understood things like this, such as GMT. I southern region. Losses are reported to

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be in the billions. Authorities have not yet B: But sweetums, there is always a lot of
released an official statement. wasted space in those kinds of homes.
Bob: Not a great week for the world! Any Besides, it's just a fad. It doesn't have the
good news? homey feeling the old homes do.
Mike: I'm afraid not, Bob. One of the C: Sweetie-pie it's not a lot of wasted
major volcanoes in Mexico has erupted, space. It is relaxing and the house would
causing major floods and landslides in the be eco-friendly with an in-floor heating
region. Meanwhile, Mexico 's coast has system and designed to retain the heat of
been hit by hurricane Liliana and officials the sun in the winter and keep the house
say that all the seismic activity leads them cool in the summer. We would have solar
to believe that a tsunami may hit Central panels on the roof -
America, affecting Honduras, Guatemala B: Do you know how much those things
and Panama. That's all the news we have cost?
for today, but stay tuned for updates on C: What about your vintage furniture,
the six o'clock news. Back to you Bob. dearest? And instead of a lawn, which is
Daily Life - Building Your Dream also a lot of wasted space and would
Home (C0193) require environmentally harmful
A: Mr. and Mrs. Robinson! Let's get pesticides, we would have a fish pond in
straight to it. You have saved up your the backyard and a garden that would
money for years and are now ready to cover the whole yard so we could grow
build your dream home. What did you our own food!
have in mind? B: But buttercup, I thought you always
B: A suburban bungalow straight out of said that you loved visiting your
the sixties! A perfect lawn with minimal grandmother's house!
landscaping. A brick patio in the backyard C: And I thought you, Mr. Scientist, were
with an old-fashioned grill, quaint lawn all up on saving the planet with your
furniture, and a swimming pool. A two- technological advancements!
car carport, pastel siding and a gable roof. A: Umm well I am just going to go get
Completed with white shutters and a some coffee while you two keep
white picket fence ! discussing.
C: Uh, honey? The Weekend - Stir Fry (C0194)
B: In the living room we would have A: Oh, man. I had the best supper last
moss-green rugs and a fireplace with a night. My wife made a stir fry and it was
stone mantle and wood paneling on the amazing!
walls. In the kitchen, the cupboards would B: I love stir fry Crispy bite-sized
be a pale yellow and we would have a vegetables covered in a mixture of soy
turquoise metal oven and vinyl flooring - sauce and oyster sauce. Wilted greens and
C: Umm, sweetie, but I was thinking of a fresh bean sprouts. Throw in some onion
more modern style house. An open and garlic and ginger! Mmm! Mmm! It's
concept house, all glass, wood, metal, and almost lunchtime. I would die for a plate
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A: Well, you can keep the vegetables, I'll Daily Life - Going To The
take the meat. The stir fry my wife made Tailor (C0196)
was really hearty, with chunks of beef and A: Welcome to Bill's Fabric World. What
slivers of bell peppers and onion... can I do for you today?
B: What? You call that a stir fry? More B: I was wondering if you guys also tailor
meat than vegetables? That's the worst clothes?
insult you could throw at a Chinese stir A: Sure we do! We have the best tailors in
fry What a disgrace to the wok she fried it the country! What is it that you need
in! What you had is equivalent to a fajita exactly?
without the wrap! Silly Americans! B: Well, I'm looking to get a custom-made
Global View - Job Hunting (C0195) suit.
A: Woo hoo! This just might be the start A: Excellent! We have the finest
of the rest of my life! cashmeres at affordable prices. How
B: What happened? about we get you measured? Let's start
A: I'm in the market for a job! I went on a off by measuring the width of your
website with hundreds of job listings in shoulders. Now, let’s measure the length
the area and browsed through them until of your arms and this bit around your
I got the names of a few employers I neck here.
would like to work for. I have the resume B: Can you make sure you leave a little
I wrote for English class last month and a extra space in the collar? My neck gets
cover letter will be a piece of cake to easily irritated.
write. I've even done my research and A: No problem! Now for your pants, let
found the names of the managers so I can me just measure your waist and the
address the letters personally. And you inseam.
know I can be charming in interviews. B: You might also want to leave a little
Goodbye my penniless days! Hello salary extra room in the waist area. I tend to
and a career! gain a few pounds over the holidays.
B: Ben, we're fifteen. What kind of job are A: OK. Now you can pick your fabric and
you looking for? pattern design. Please follow me.
A: Oh, just for a position as a gas station Global View - Calling 911 (C0197)
attendant. You know, starting at a simple A: Alright class, now that we're all
lowly job, just like all the greats before dressed up let's see what professions you
they made it big in the world. chose. Ah, I see a fireman, a police officer,
B: Uh-huh. a medic, and a lifeguard! Can anyone tell
A: But I'm just in it for the money, right? me what these people have in common?
How else am I going to be able to afford to B: They save people from bad things?
keep taking Angela to the movies? A: That's right! Now class, if something
Besides, I love the smell of gasoline, don't bad happened and you had to get help, do
you? you know what phone number you would
call?
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A: Yes, you would pick up the phone and A: As I was saying, we blow air through
dial 911. What are some emergency the mouth in this manner. Once this is
situations where you would need to dial done, we must try to get the heart going
911? again. To do this, we place our hands over
B: If my grandpa has a heart attack! the person's chest, and press down firmly
C: If there is an accident! two or three times.
B: If a robber breaks into the house! B: Wait, what are you doing! You can't
C: If the fire alarm goes off! just kiss me then go for second base!
B: Pff! I wouldn't call 911 if the fire alarm Global View - Learning About First
went off in my house. The only time that Aid (C0199)
ever happens is when we're having A: Hey Joe! Where have you been these
spaghetti for supper, and Mom burns the past few days?
garlic bread, as usual. B: I've been busy with a first aid course
Daily Life - Applying CPR (C0198) that I started about a week ago at the Red
A: Hello everyone and welcome to our Cross.
CPR for beginners course. First of all, does A: Cool! I've always wanted to do
anyone know what CPR stands for? something like that! Have you learned
B: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation! anything useful?
A: That's right! We apply CPR in the case B: For sure! I mean we've learned how to
of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest. apply pressure to stop bleeding, how to
B: What does that mean? check for a pulse, and even how to apply
A: Well, basically if your heart stops CPR!
pumping blood, or your lungs stop A: Have you treated any real
pumping air, then we need to get them emergencies?
going again! That's when we have to B: Well, they took us along with some
apply this procedure. Let's begin! I need a paramedics. There was this guy who fell
volunteer. off his motorcycle and suffered a
B: Me! Me! concussion as well as a couple of
A: Alright, come here and lay flat on your compound fractures. His wounds were
back. Let's suppose this young woman has pretty serious so they had to rush him to
stopped breathing. We must lift the the hospital. It was intense!
person's chin so that we clear a pathway A: I can imagine! I tend to faint when I
for air to get into the lungs. Then we place see blood, so I think I won't be taking up a
our mouth over the other person's mouth course like that anytime soon!
and blow air two or three times, like this. Daily Life - Junk Food (C0200)
B: Wait, what are you doing? I'm a A: I'm hungry, let's grab a bite to eat.
married woman! You can't just try to kiss B: Sure! How about we go home and
me like this! prepare a couple of sandwiches?
A: Ma’ am I'm not trying to kiss you! I am A: Nah! Let's go get a burger and fries.
trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR B: All you ever do is have unhealthy fast
in the case of an emergency. food Pizza, fries, burgers and hot dogs!
B: Well, ok. But no French kissing! You have to start eating better!
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A: What are you talking about? I have A: Yeah, whatever. I told you we should
salads sometimes. buy that GPS that was on sale, but would
B: Yeah right! I'm serious! You should you listen to me? No! This is so typical.
also cut down on your sugar intake as B: Fine! I'll ask this guy for directions if it
well. You drink carbonated drinks that will shut your trap! Excuse me, sir. Can
are high in fructose syrup! It's really not you tell me how to get to Saint Mary's
healthy! Church?
A: Fine! I'll start drinking and having C: Sure! Go down Park Road. turn left, go
home cooked meals that are low in fat. up as far as the set of traffic lights and
Are you happy now? turn left. The place you are looking for
B: It's a start, but I'll be happy when I see isthe second building on the right.
you stick to your promise! A: Thanks!
Daily Life - At The Post Office (C0201) B: See? Was that hard? If you would only
A: Welcome to the National Post. How listen to me more often, you would be
may I help you? better off.
B: Hi, I would like to send this package to Daily Life - Calling Tech
China, and these postcards as well. Support (C0203)
A: Very well. You will need some stamps Tech guy: Hello, thanks for calling
for the postcards and I need to weigh that 123TechHelp, I’m Todd. How can I help
package, too. you?
B: Great. How much is this going to cost? Client: Hello? Can you help me? My
A: Well, it depends. Do you want to send computer! Oh man...
it via priority, express or standard mail? Todd: It’s okay sir, calm down. What
B: What's the difference? happened?
A: Well, standard mail can take up to Client: I turned on my laptop and it
fifteen working days . Priority is a bit broke! I mean, the monitor went black!
faster and will arrive in about five to eight Todd: Ok, sir, it sounds like you might
working days. Express is the fastest, but have a virus.
it's also the most expensive. It only takes Client: I don’t feel sick,...let me check...
three days and you can track your Nope! No fever, I’m fine.
package online. Todd: No, your computer might have a
B: I see. Well, there's no rush. Please send virus, I mean, it has a bad program on it.
it via priority mail. Please be extra careful, Maybe that’s why it crashed. I
the contents of the package are fragile. recommend that you run an antivirus
The Weekend - Asking For program in order to safely remove any
Directions (C0202) unwanted spyware or Trojans.
A: We have been going around in circles Client: Phew! ……Wait a minute,
for the past hour! Will you just please CRASH??!! Spyware? Trojans! What?
stop and ask for directions? where? when?!
B: We are not lost! I'm just taking the
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Global View - Understanding a Mr. Smith: Well, as you know, I have
Trial (C0204) recently become the sole distributor for
Lawyer: Your honor, ladies and Grangers Gourmet Bon-bons here in the
gentlemen of the jury, My client, Robert United States. They’re a new
Malone, has been accused of a crime he manufacturer and are looking to break
did not commit. The prosecution has into the luxury market. Naturally, your
accused my client of being a pickpocket! I restaurant sprang into my mind
know we have heard the testimony of immediately. I think your brand
many people here today, …. people who exemplifies many ofthe same traits as
claim the defendant, my client, stole their Grangers and serving these chocolates
wallets. I feel sorry for these victims, I would really add to your reputation for
really do……… but my client is innocent! providing elegant, luxurious, first class
Lawyer: Let’s look at the facts… one: dining.
These 'so-called' witnesses did not Mr. Johnson: Hmmm, sounds
actually see the defendant steal interesting…. gourmet chocolates , where
anything………. two: When the police are they produced? Belgium?
stopped him, he did not have any of the Mr. Smith: Actually, the factory is located
stolen wallets. There is no evidence. in Scotland.
Lawyer: Therefore, Ladies and Mr. Johnson: Really? I didn’t think they
Gentlemen of the jury, I ask you to think were known for their luxury chocolate
carefully before giving your verdict. My production…
client is innocent! Mr. Smith: That’s what makes this such a
Judge: Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury, fantastic opportunity! The government is
have you reached a verdict? one hundred percent supportive of
Jury member: Yes, your honor. our creating new export markets and has
verdict is……not guilty! guaranteed a low tariff for all wholesale
Robert: Thank you so much! You were orders of over one thousand units.
great! Thank you for all your hard work! They’ve also reduced the red tape
Lawyer: You’re welcome Robert! I knew involved at customs as well. Here, I
you were innocent so my job was easy. brought these especially for you, try one!
Take care of yourself, okay? Mr. Johnson: Oh, thanks. Mmm, hmm,
Robert: Thanks once again... creamy texture, smooth….
Lawyer: Hey! Where’s my wallet? Mr. Smith: Unique aren’t they? I bet
The Office - Closing The Deal (C0205) you’ve never tasted anything like it!
Mr. Smith: I’m glad you could find time to Quality is assured as I personally visit the
meet with me, Mr. Johnson. I can’t think of factory to make sure no one’s cutting
a nicer environment for our meeting corners with the ingredients. Only the
today, the ambiance here is lovely! crème de la crème make it through
Mr. Johnson: No problem, if possible I inspection.
always combine business with pleasure. Mr. Johnson: Yes, very interesting
Now, let’s hear more about these flavors……. Slightly spicy, very unique,
chocolates you’re offering.
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that’s for sure. Exactly what ARE the Daily Life - Shopping Online (C0207)
ingredients? A: What are you doing?
Mr. Smith: I have it on highest authority B: I'm just looking for a nice pillow on
that this traditional secret recipe has been Ebay.
handed down inthe Granger family for A: You are shopping for a pillow online?
generations. I’m sure you can keep a That's absurd!
secret. Buttermilk, cacao beans, sugar B: Why? I don't have to leave the house
and Haggis. or browse a dozen stores to find what I'm
Mr. Johnson: Haggis? What’s Haggis? looking for. This way, I just search for it
Mr. Smith: It’s a traditional Scottish online quick and easy.
delicacy; you take sheep’s liver, heart and A: I see, but how do you pay for it? How
lung and stuff it inside ofthe sheep’s do you know you aren't going to be
stomach. ripped off by the seller?
Mr. Johnson: Ah, get back to you. B: Well, the website handles a point
Mr. Smith: Mr. Johnson? Mr. Johnson? system where if the seller does something
Daily Life - Talking To Your wrong, people comment negatively and
Roomate (C0206) then you know that he or she may not be
A: Charlie, do you have a second? trustworthy.
B: Yeah what's up? A: Wow, that sounds pretty safe. So how
A: Well, I went and paid the bills today do you pay? Do you need a credit card?
and you still haven't given me your half. B: You can use a credit card or your debit
B: Yeah I wanted to talk to you about card. They also let you use the PayPal
that. I agreed we would go halves on system which is really safe and fast. I
allthe bills, but frankly I think it's unfair. have never had any problems with
A: Unfair! Why? someone hacking my information or
B: Well, you have long hair and use the anything.
hairdryer every morning. I don't. You A: Do you think I can find a sweater for
leave your computer on all night my dog online?
downloading torrents. I don't. You see B: You can find anything! Are you sure
what I'm getting at here? you want to start shopping online
A: You leave the air conditioner on day though? Once you step into this world,
and night! You also take 30 minute there is no turning back!
showers which means you are using way A: Let's do it!
more gas and water than me! Global View - Understanding The Stock
B: Well, while we are at it, stop bringing Market (C0208)
your friends over for drinks every A: Sorry to bother you sir, but I have
weekend. You always leave a mess and some bad news.
keep me up all night! B: What is it?
A: Maybe you should just move out and A: Well, the stock market just took a huge
find another place. plunge and we've lost a lot of money!
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A: There are many factors that weigh in, Pam: Congratulations! Eric and I were
but NASDAQ is down 200 points, the just saying that you are the best person
DOW JONES indicator also suffered! Our forthe job….
portfolio is worth half of what it was Eric: Yes! You’re the best!
worth points week ago. Daily Life - Meeting the In-
B: How is this possible? You are laws (C0210)
supposed to be talking to our Cindy: Mother, father, I'd like to
stockbrokers and making sure that our introduce you to my fiancé, Bob.
securities and investments are safe and Miranda: Hello, Bob. Welcome.
making a profitable return! Bob: Thanks for having me. Nice to meet
A: I know sir! We didn't expect a bull the both of you. I've heard so much!
market to become a bear market all of a Thurston: So Cindy told you about
sudden. On the other hand, you still have bringing home her last boyfriend, then?
some high yield trash bonds and Hah, that idiot...
government bonds that will give us Miranda: Shhh! Thurston, you're going to
enough liquidity to cut our loses and scare the poor boy. Come in and have a
reinvest in emerging markets. We could drink. Dinner will be on in just a bit.
potentially make this tragedy work for us Thurston: What'll you be having?
and make us think outside the box. Whiskey? Bourbon? Pick your poison!
B: Do what you have to do! One other Bob: If you have a lemonade that'd be
thing, don't tell the rest of the great.
stockholders about this. If they find out, Thurston: Lemona...?
it's the end of this company! Miranda: Why sure, there's some in the
Daily Life - Office Gossip (C0209) fridge!
Pam: Psssst! Pssssssssst! Hey! Eric, have Cindy: Mother makes her own lemonade
you heard? from scratch. It's the best!
Eric: Hm? No… go on, tell me, what’s the Thurston: So what are your hobbies, son?
latest office gossip? If you want, we can do some hunting
Pam: Well, you didn’t hear this from me tomorrow. I've just picked up a new rifle
but the rumor is………. is getting a I've been meaning to try out. Should be a
promotion! real hoot!
Eric: No way! But… she’s a terrible Bob: Um. I'm not really. eh. I don't really
worker… and you can’t trust her… she’s hunt.
so two-faced – you can’t believe anything Thurston: You don't hunt? Well I'll be...
she says! Cindy: Bob is an animal rights activist. He
Paula: Hey guys, what are you two doesn't believe in harming animals.
whispering about? Miranda: Dinner's ready! Let's go out to
Eric: Oh Hi Paula! How are you? the patio where the pig is roasting.
Paula: I’ve got some good news! I’m Bob: Roast pig? I'm a vegetarian.
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The Weekend - Playing Board A: I appoint Robert Porter, to act as the
Games (C0211) executor of this will, to serve without
Jim: Hey- Why did you take that money? bond. Should Robert Porter be unable or
You are such a cheater! I should send you unwilling to serve, then I appoint Jason
to jail! Smalls to act as the executor of this will.
Karen: I am not cheating. When you pass A: I herewith affix my signature to this
go, you collect $200, Everyone knows will on this the twenty third of May two
that! thousand ten inthe presence ofthe
Jim: Well you can’t just take the money. following witnesses, who witnessed and
You have to ask the bank for money. And subscribed this will at my request, and in
I’m the banker. my presence.
Karen: Banker? Daily Life - Funeral
Jim: Yes… Arrangements (C0213)
Karen: Can I have my $200 please? A: Hi Daniel, how are you holding up? I
Jim: Sure. Here you are, $200, Thank you, am greatly sorry for your loss.
please come again! Now it's my turn to B: Thank you, I'm doing much better. I've
roll the dice. begun organizing everything for the
Global View - Last Will And funeral.
Testament (C0212) A: How's that going ?
A: I, Luke Thompson, residing in B: It's a lot harder than I imagined. There
California, being of sound mind, do are many things that you have to to
hereby declare this instrument to be my arrange. I booked a time and date with
last will and testament. the funeral home, but I still have a lot of
A: I hereby revoke all previous wills and things to do.
codicils. A: Have you bought a burial plot and a
A: I direct that the disposition of my casket?
remains be as follows: I am to be B: No. Wendy is being cremated. She
cremated and taken tothe summit of always talked about how she didn't want
Mount Everest where my ashes will to be buried. I already chose a cremation
forever remain atthe ceiling of the Earth. urn and we plan to spread the ashes in
A: I give all the rest and residue of my the ocean.
estate to my spouse, Betty Thompson, A: I see, that sounds like something she
should she survive me for days. If my would have really liked. I am sure the
spouse, Betty Thompson, does not survive memorial service will be tasteful. You are
me, I give all the rest and residue of my doing a great job.
estate to EnglishPod. B: Thanks, it hasn't been easy, but luckily
A: If neither Betty Thompson nor we have life insurance and Wendy left
EnglishPod survives me, I give all the rest behind a detailed will that will sort out
and residue of my estate to my heirs as any other legal matters.
determined by the laws of the State of
California, relating to descent and
distribution.
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Daily Life - Describing B: Whoa wait a minute! Isn't that a bit too
Personalities (C0214) much? I mean, how much is all of this
A: OK class, settle down. I have the going to cost!
results of your individual personality A: Never mind that. Get some dips as
tests. I am going to hand them out and if well. Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese
you'dlike, you can read them out loud to dip and also some Tzatziki. If they have
the rest of the class. bean dip get that as well. Last but not
B: I'll read mine! least, get some pickles.
A: OK, go ahead. B: Is that all, your majesty?
B: It says here that I am adventurous, A: Very funny! Get a move on! People will
outgoing and easy-going. It says that I am be here any minute.
a little superstitious and occasionally Daily Life - Health Food (C0216)
naive! That's not true! John: Ok darling, got some pizzas, potato
A: The test isn't one-hundred percent chips, hot dogs and lots of cheese!
accurate. Is that all it says? Kelly: Oh John, I thought we said we
B: No! It also says that I am open-minded would start eating right! Remember? Our
with great ambition but that I can also be new healthy lifestyle? That’s all junk food!
reckless and clumsy. This is stupid! John: Hrumph! Right, so what did you
A: Ok, anyone else want to read theirs? get?
C: I'll go! It says that I am an extroverted, Kelly: Well, healthy food , of course! I got
well-balanced person. It says I am some whole wheat bread, skimmed milk,
generous, outspoken, and very diligent. fresh fish and organic carrots….
This is so true! It also says that I am John: Organic? What’s organic? Do we
magnanimous, eloquent and daring! This need organic carrots…?
is totally me! Kelly: They were grown without using
A: Pfft whatever, these tests are bologna! any chemicals that are harmful to our
The Weekend - At the Deli (C0215) health. And yes, John, we need organic
A: Honey, we are all out of wine and carrots….
cheese. Do you mind running to the deli John: Oh, so organic vegetables are the
and picking up a few things? ‘green’ option, right?
B: Can't it wait? I'm watching the game Kelly: Yup, better for the environment
right now! and better for us!
A: Your friends and family are coming John: Wait a minute, that? …Doughnuts?
over tonight and we still need to get a lot they organic doughnuts, Kelly?
of things. Kelly: …. I like doughnuts.
B: Fine! What do you need? Global View - Volunteering (C0217)
A: Ok, pick up some cured meats to go Mark: Thanks a lot for pitching in once
with the wine. Maybe a pound of polish again Judy, we really appreciate your
sausages, ham, liverwurst, salami and any help. It seems that at this time of year
other cold cuts that are on sale. I think I there are more and more people who are
saw a promotion for pastrami. Also get struggling to make ends meet. There
some cole slaw and a jar of olives.
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aren’t many professional chefs like you Joanne: Nothing! Anyway, you’re right,
who are so generous with their time. there’s no reason this has to be nasty. My
Judy: Don’t be silly Mark, I’m more than lawyer tells me you’ve accepted our
happy to donate my time to a good cause. alimony proposal and the division of
Volunteering at the soup kitchen has been property, as well as the custody
really rewarding for me. You know, it’s agreement- I keep the cat and you get the
satisfying to provide good meals for those dog. So that’s done…. finally.
who are less fortunate, I feel like I’m Jeff: Let’s not go there, Joanne! Ok, so let’s
really making a difference in some small start with the record collection, I’ll take
way. the albums I contributed and you can
Mark: Well, your skills are definitely have your cheesy disco albums back.
appreciated here! The people who come Joanne: Fine, but I’m keeping the antique
here have fallen on hard times and a gramophone as my grandfather gave it to
delicious hot meal can really bolster their me.
spirits. That smells great! The needy are Jeff: I believe that was a wedding present
sure lucky to have you! to both of us, Joanne. And you hardly ever
Judy: Thanks Mark! use it!
Judy: Here you go, enjoy your meal! Joanne: He’s my grandfather, and he
Old lady: Thank you my dear, Oh this never really liked you anyway!
looks lovely. Jeff: Whatever! Alright, I’ll concede the
Judy: You’re welcome, Hello sir, today we silly gramophone, if you’ll agree that I get
have…. are you doing here? the silver tea set.
George: Hey Judy! I’ll have a little of Joanne: How typical, when are you ever
everything, thanks…. smells great! going to use a silver tea set? Fine! I don’t
Judy: George, seriously …what are you want to drag this out any longer than
doing here? I haven’t seen you since our necessary. What’s next? What about these
divorce was finalized. You’ve got no right old photographs?
to be here, you’re hardly homeless! Jeff: Which ones? Let me have a look.
George: Don’t be like that Judy, I really Wow, look at that! That brings back
miss your home cooking! memories…. That?
Daily Life - Divorce (C0218) Joanne: Our trip to Italy! I remember that
Jeff: Joanne, let’s not make this divorce day. We were going to visit the Trevi
any more acrimonious than it already is, fountain, and we got caught in the rain….
okay? Let’s just get down to business and Jeff: … and you looked so adorable with
start dividing this stuff up fairly, so we your hair all wet. I had to take a picture of
can go our separate ways, alright? you standing there in that little alley,
Joanne: Fine with me. I just want to get smiling and laughing in the rain….
this over with. It’s important we make a Joanne: Oh, we really did have fun back
clean break. I should have signed a pre- then didn’t we?
nup. Jeff: Oh, Joanne, are we making a big
Jeff: What was that? mistake? I know our relationship has
been on the rocks for sometime but are
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you sure we can’t reconcile and try again? B: While you are at it can you pick out a
I still love you. nice recliner? I really want one so I can
Joanne: Oh Jeff! I love you too! I’m so glad watch TV.
we didn’t have to decide who keeps the A: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated
motorcycle. living room? I don't think so!
Jeff: The motorcycle? But that’s mine! Daily Life - Car Trouble (C0221)
Global View - Baby Shower (C0219) A: Car trouble center. How may I help
A: Thank you for organizing this great you?
baby shower for me! I've always been to B: My car won't start! Stupid old car!
baby showers but never actually had one A: Hold on, before you kick your car let's
held for me! Let's get started! go through some possible problems.
B: Ok, let's start opening some presents! B: Fine.
A: Oh look! What a great little bib for the A: Ok, first of all, can you turn the key in
baby! This will definitely come in handy! the ignition?
Oh wow, you also got me a stroller! That's B: Yeah! I am here with my friend and he
so great! Thank you! thinks it may be the spark plug or the
B: This next one is from Betty. starter motor.
A: A highchair and car seat! Wow Betty A: Those are possible problems, but tell
thank you so much! I really appreciate it! me, when you turn the key, do you hear
B: One more from Carla. the starter motor crank?
A: A playpen and crib! Thanks Carla! This B: Yeah, it sounds like it usually does
is just what I needed! when I start the car, but nothing else
B: OK, that's all of them. No more gifts. happens. The engine won't start. Should I
Now who wants to guess when the baby is maybe press the accelerator?
due! A: No. If you step on the accelerator pedal
A: Umm. I think my water just broke! Get you can flood the carburetor and your car
me to a hospital! will never start.
Daily Life - New Furniture (C0220) B: So what do you think it is?
A: How about this floor lamp? A: I know this may seem like a silly
B: Fine just get it! We have been question, but does your car have
shopping for furniture for five hours! I'm gasoline?
so tired! B: Umm. yeah! Right! I got the car
A: We still need to find an armoire and a started! Thanks for your help! I told you
dresser. to fill the tank!
B: Fine! I am going to go home and drop Global View - Carbon
off this nightstand, coffee table and love Footprint (C0222)
seat while you look for the rest of the A: So what's your guys' take on all this
things. global warming hysteria in the media?
A: Great! Pick me up in about an hour B: It's pretty serious, man. There have
because I think I'll also get a bean bag and been tons of scientific studies and the
a dining set. scientific community says that the earth is
heating up. We need to make some drastic
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changes to our lifestyle if we want to started using bio-degradable plastic made
preserve our planet. from corn oil for take-out orders at my
A: I don't know. It sounds like a bunch of family's restaurant. Remember the three
mumbo jumbo if you ask me. "Save the R's? Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.
earth!" The earth will save itself. It's C: Exactly, it's just small simple changes,
survived worst disasters in the past. I like buying energy-saving light bulbs,
mean, honestly, we live in the boonies. starting a compost bin, recycling bottles
There's no way anyone here is ever going and papers, using reusable water bottles,
to walk or bike to work, especially in the stop using disposable cups and cutlery.
winter. And we have no bus system. My A: Like the ones we're drinking out of?
house is forty years old and it would take B: Yeah.
a lot of money to get it refitted to be Daily Life - Facial Hair (C0223)
"green" and "energy-efficient". Officer Brown: Ok Sally, we have an artist
C: Well I don't really know if I believe in here to help us. We’ll ask you questions
global warming either, or whether or not about the bank robber you saw and Paul
it was our doing or a natural change the will draw a picture. Are you ready?
earth is going through, but you have to Sally: Yes, hmmm. Well, he had brown
admit that we're living pretty hair…… long hair…… and he had some
irresponsibly here in the west. facial hair…… was brown, too.
A: I guess... Officer Brown: Good! Ok, the facial hair,
C: I think the issue at hand is was it a beard or a mustache?
sustainability. We've only got this one Sally: Both! His mustache was very short
earth we can live on, and our resources and thin, …. on the top of his lip.
are quickly disappearing because of our Paul: un-uh hmmm…, like this?
own carelessness and our inability to Sally: Yes, that’s the mustache! But the
think of anyone but ourselves and beard isn’t right, mean, it didn’t cover his
anything but the present. whole face…. think it was just on his chin.
B: So, like I was saying, we need to Officer Brown: A goatee? Was it like
change the way we live. We need to Paul’s?
reduce our carbon footprint. Sally: Ah yes, that’s it, he had a
C: But it doesn't have to be that drastic. goatee.........
Hybrid vehicles and solar panels are too Paul: Okay, what about sideburns? Did he
expensive to be feasible right now. And have sideburns?
we don't have to be hippies living off the Sally: Um, they were long and thick,
land and buying everything organic yours!
either, though it helps. Paul: Alright, was this the man you saw?
B: I car pool to work everyday with some Sally: Yes, that’s him! Hmmmmm, he
buddies of mine. I have a rain barrel looks a lot like you.
outside my house I use to water my plants Officer Brown: Hmmm, why yes he does.
and my lawn in the summer, and I make Paul, where were you on Friday
sure I always bring reusable bags with me afternoon?
when I get my groceries. And we just
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Paul: What? That’s ridiculous! It wasn’t Detective MeGee: We must follow the
me! I didn't do anything. clues, McGraw! The evidence doesn’t lie!
Global View - Crime Scene (C0224) Now, let’s reconstruct the crime…… the
Detective MeGee: Alright, Officer suspect came in, sat in each chair
McGraw, Give it to me straight, what are breaking the smallest one into little
we looking at here? pieces. Next, the porridge. she obviously
McGraw: Detective MeGee! We’re glad to tried to eat it and because it was so hot,
see you! We could sure use your expertise she dropped it on the floor…. this mess.
on this one. It’s a break-in, but nothing interesting. These footprints seem to lead
seems to have been stolen. We received a upstairs. McGraw, did your officers clear
call from the Bear family at around ten the scene?
thirty this morning. They had gone out for McGraw: Well, there was no one down
a walk before breakfast and came home to here… and maybe we forget to check
this mess! Broken chairs and porridge all upstairs.
over the place! Apparently, Momma Bear Goldylocks: Hey! What’s with all the
had made the porridge a little too hot, you noise? I’m trying to sleep up here!
see, and they were waiting for it to cool Detective MeGee: There she is! Get her!
down. The Weekend - Planning A
Detective MeGee: Okay then, let’s start Crime (C0225)
examining the evidence…. Have the Sammy: Alright, let’s run through this
forensics team been in yet? one more time from the top. I will be
McGraw: Yes sir. They found some positioned here, across from the bank on
fingerprints on the bowls and are this park bench. Now, according to the
analyzing them back at the lab as we intel we got from Jimmy…
speak. Hopefully, they will be able to Ralph: ah, who’s Jimmy?
identify the burglar soon. Sammy: Jeez Ralph! Pay attention, will
Detective MeGee: Hmmmm,Ah ha! What’s ya? Jimmy’s our mole, you know…. the
this? A strand of golden hair…… this is a guy on the inside… He’s been snooping
very important piece of trace evidence and passing on the info to us so we can
McGraw. It tells me the suspect has long pull this heist off!
golden hair……. very few men have long Frankie: Yea, Ralph, clean the moth balls
golden hair……. our criminal could be a outta your ears and listen up. This here is
woman…… important , you don’t wanna end up back
McGraw: A woman? Was she working in the slammer, do ya? Your role is pretty
alone? Did she have an accomplice? important here, we’re depending on you,
Detective MeGee: An accomplice? No, no man.
McGraw, she was definitely working Ralph: Ok, ok! I’m listening! moth balls,
alone. See here, there are footprints in the hrumph…
porridge, here on the floor…. footprints, Sammy: Alright then, …. was I? Oh yeah,
tells me that our suspect is small…. could ok, so I’ll be the lookout…. here on the
possibly be a child. bench across from the bank. Nobody
McGraw: A child? Surely not, sir…
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moves until I give the go-ahead, Alright? Frankie: A perfect plan, Sammy! It went
And what’s the go-ahead? …Ralph? off without a hitch!
Ralph: You, umm… ah…. yeah, you’ll take Sammy: Let’s open this up and get Ralph
off your hat and scratch your head! out here so we can start counting the
Sammy: Right. When I take my hat off money!
and scratch my head, you do what? Ralph: Phew! I sure am glad to see you
Ralph: I get in the box. guys! I was sure getting lonely with no
Frankie: Right, you get in the box. I’ll one to talk.
make sure it’s all sealed and then, posing Frankie: That’s nice, ok how much!
as a delivery guy, I'll drop off a ‘special Ralph: Huh?Uh,, really, really, really glad?
package’ for the manager. Now, according Sammy: Money, Ralph! Money!
to Jimmy, the bank manager is leaving Ralph: Oh man, I knew I forgot
early on Tuesday 'cause it’s his wedding something…….
anniversary. He and the wife are having a Global View - Fundraiser (C0226)
romantic rendezvous in the country, so A: Ok Mark, it's your turn to ring the
any packages delivered will be left doorbell. I did it last time.
unopened in his office until he gets back B: I hate going door to door, and I hate
late on Wednesday…. asking for money.
Sammy: ……Which gives us access to his A: But we need to raise enough money
office for at least Come hours…. Ralph, for the school fundraiser so that our class
this is where you come in…. where are can win the pizza party! You do want to
you? have a pizza party, don't you?
Ralph: I’m standing right next to you B: Yes, but...
Sammy, Sorry Sam, I’m in the box. Right A: Just go already!
there… in that box. B: No one's coming.
Frankie: …. what do you do once I deliver A: Try again.
you to the manager’s office? B: Maybe there's no one home.
Ralph: I stay in the box until the bank has A: Of course there's someone home!
closed, . I get out of the box. There are two cars in the driveway and I
Sammy: …. then? What next, Ralph? Oh see lights on inthe house! Hello! Anybody
for Pete’s sake! This is never going to home? We would like to know if you want
work. to sponsor us in our school fundraiser.
Ralph: Hey, give me a chance here, fellas! Fifty percent of the profits go towards the
I, um, I crack the safe . then, thenI take the new school playground!
money…. then I… ummmmm, I get back in B: I don't know why anyone would want
the box. what's in this catalog anyway. It's just a
Frankie: 'Atta boy Ralph! In the morning I bunch of tacky Christmas ornaments, Cd's
come back to the bank, say there’s been a of old people singing Christmas songs,
mix-up with the delivery I made and take and special crackers and cheeses and
the ‘special package’ back here. boxes of chocolates.
Sammy: Alright, let’s get some sleep… it’s A: You don't like chocolates?
a big day tomorrow fellas!
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B: Not this kind. They've got weird names going to be low-budget anyway. So
like ganache and praline. roughly four hundred people, which
A: Look! I just saw someone walking means that the hall at Northwood Heights
around inside! These people are being will be our reception venue. I thought it
very rude! would be nice if we had the wedding at
A: Finally, someone's coming! your parents' church and my uncle of
B: They don't look too happy. course would be officiating. We'll meet
A: Hi, sir. Would you like to sponsor us or with him soon for some pre-wedding
make a donation to. counseling. The music for the wedding
C: What grade are you kids in? ceremony was a no-brainer. My step-
A: Grade seven. sister and her string quartet will take care
C: Then for goodness sake, don't you see of that. My cousin will be the official
this sign? Can't you read? photographer. I thought it would also be
A: No soliciting. nice if his daughter could sing a solo. Did
B: What does that mean? you know that she's going to be a
A: No idea. professional opera singer?
Daily Life - Wedding Planning (C0227) A: Ah...
A: Trina, will you marry me? B: And then of course the ladies at the
B: Yes! Yes! And yes! Jared of course I'll church would love to be our caterers for
marry you! the banquet and we'll get the Youth Group
A: Oh Babe, I can't wait to spend the rest to serve us. I was thinking that your
of my life with you! I can't wait for all the friend's band could be our entertainment
adventures we're going to have, for all the for the night. though they might have to
fights and the laughter. I can't wait to tone it down a bit. Or we could hire a DJ.
grow old and wrinkly with you. Your sister's husband could get us a
B: Oh Jared! I can't wait for our wedding! discount with that company that does the
I hope you don't mind, but I've already decor at weddings. what's their name
chosen a date! Six months from now in again? I was thinking that we could have
the summer! Melissa saw you buying the an island paradise- themed wedding and
ring last month so I've had plenty of time our theme color would be a soothing blue
to start planning! like Aquamarine. And there will be a huge
A: She what? seashell on the wall behind the podium
B: Oh don't worry sweetie, I didn't know where we'll make our toasts! What do you
when you were going to propose. It was think of small packages of drink mixes for
still a nice surprise! As I was saying, I've our wedding favors? Who else am I
got it all planned out. There's almost missing? Oh, your uncle could be our
nothing left to do! I wrote up our guest florist and his wife could make our
list and we will have roughly four wedding cake!
hundred guests attending. A: Wow.
A: four hundred? B: See? It's going to be wonderful! Oh this
B: No need to sweat it My parents agreed wedding is going to be everything I ever
to pay for most of the wedding, which is dreamed of.
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A: If I survive the next six months. Salesgirl: Sure thing! Here we are! If
The Weekend - Going to the you're looking for dress shoes, we have
Beach (C0228) several different styles of Oxfords for
A: Oh, George, what a beautiful day it is boys. We also carry athletic shoes, hiking
today! The sun is hot and there are just a boots.
few clouds scattered here and there! Mom: Oh Jacob, how about these
What a perfect day to be at the beach! The sneakers?
kids are going to have so much fun! And Jacob: Mom? They've got Velcro.
we'll be able to relax in the sun while Mom: Well, then how about these? What
they're playing. is this style called?
B: It does seem like the perfect day! I'm Salesgirl: They're tennis shoes. They're
glad we chose to get out of the city and very popular with teens and young adults.
enjoy the nice weather! This looks like the Jacob: Oooo, Mom, can I get these?
perfect spot! Ok kids, put on your Mom: What are those?
sunscreen while your mom and I set up Jacob: They're Chuck Taylor's! Everyone
camp. Here, Mary, help me lay down these has them! Can I, please?
beach towels. Mom: I don't know. Would they go with
A: There we go. Can you help me with the your clothes? The backs are really high.
umbrella? Perfect. and the way the tongue just sticks up.
B: Ok kids, here'sa beach ball and a They're almost like a boot. And the sole
Frisbee, a pail and a shovel. I want to see doesn't look like it would have a very
an impressive sandcastle by the time we good grip.
leave. Don't stray too far. Wait! Leave Jacob: They're only forty-five dollars!
your sandals here or put on your wet And they've got cool fluorescent orange
shoes. shoelaces! Mom?
A: And stay in the shallow area. I don't Mom: Ok, try them on.
want to see you go any farther than that Salesgirl: What size are your feet?
sandbar! It's too deep out there and we Mom: He is a size nine.
didn't bring your floaties. Salesgirl: We'll try a size forty-three on
B: You're back already? The water was you first and see how that fits.
too cold, huh? I'll tell you a secret. Do you Mom: A what?
see that small pool of water over there? Salesgirl: They come in European sizes.
It'll be warmer in there. Go see if you can He should be a size forty-three. I'll be
find some seashells or catch some right back.
minnows. The Weekend - Gardening (C0230)
A: What is that? A jellyfish? Jeremy, put A: I've decided to grow my own garden!
that down right now! It could sting you! B: What? You don't know the first thing
B: Ah! Not onme! Ow! about gardening!
Daily Life - Buying Men's A: On the contrary, I have been reading a
Shoes (C0229) lot of books about the subject.
Mom: Hi! I am looking for a pair of shoes
for my son.
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B: Oh yeah? Tell me then, smarty pants, Salesgirl: Ok, these are a very nice pair of
how will you go about setting up your leather shoes with a two-inch heel so they
garden? are very comfortable.
A: Well, first I need to buy some things, Mom: I don't like the pointed toes. Let me
such as fertilizer, seeds and tools. take a look at what else you have. Too
B: What type of tools? high. That one looks like the back would
A: You know, the basics. A rake, shovel, cut into my heel. I have a high instep so I
spade and a hoe. doubt that one will fit properly. I don't
B: Right. Well it seems like you have all want bows. I find slingbacks very
your bases covered . What's next? uncomfortable. Those might as well be
A: I'll till the soil and then sow the seeds. stilettos. Too modern. Ah, finally, this is
I'll then add some fertilizer and voila! what I'm looking for.
Gardening all done! Salesgirl: What size?
B: Well, good luck with your garden, Mom: Seven-and-a-half.
especially considering we are inthe dry Salesgirl: Here we are How does it fit?
season and it won't rain for the next three Mom: Hmmm. not good. They're too tight.
months! The length is right, but the shoe is too
Daily Life - Buying Women's narrow and it's pinching my toes. And
Shoes (C0231) there'd be no room for my insoles. You
Mom: Hi, excuse me Miss? I'm looking for know what? I don't think I have the
a dress shoe. My usual pair that I've had patience for this today. They just don't
for years have finally been stretched out make shoes like they used to. I'll come
of shape. They don't provide any support back another time.
anymore. Salesgirl: Have a nice day, Ma'am.
Salesgirl: Sure, what kind of shoe are you Daily Life - Toys (C0232)
looking for? We've got strappy sandals, TV: Spongebob Squarepants will be right
sleek high heels, edgy pumps, or if you're back after these brief messages! What's
looking for something a little more that on the horizon? A pirate ship! Raid
practical, we've got Mary Janes, villages and find buried treasure with this
ballerinas. new Pirates Lego set. Build the ship and
Mom: Show me some classic high heels, decide who rules the sea! Har!
please. A: Cool!
Salesgirl: Ok, right this way. What color TV: The New PLAY-DOH Sparkling
did you have in mind? Brights Precious Gem Press! Make large
Mom: Black. Classic. colorful gems for you and your friends
Salesgirl: Of course. We've got this style with five special molds! Comes with the
here that is very popular. Because it's an new Sparkling Brights PLAY-DOH
open-toe shoe, you can wear it any time of compound in four new colors! Treasure
the year. They look great on everyone. chest sold separately.
Mom: Umm. too shiny. And I wear B: Wow! Mommy, can I get that for my
pantyhose with my shoes so let's look for birthday?
a closed-toe shoe.
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TV: Wolverine! Jean Grey!Rogue! And B: It's called Forex. Foreign Exchange.
Professor X! Collect all four of these The great thing about it is that I don't
special-edition collectible X-Men action have to invest a huge amount. I put in a
figures and decide the future of mutants margin deposit and then I can buy and
in our world! sell up to 100 times that much!
A: No way! I want Professor X ! A: I don't understand. You're buying and
TV: The new Collector's Edition Nursery selling money?
Rhymes Porcelain Dolls! Little Bo Peep B: You got it! Just last night I made USD
comes with her own sheep and staff! Her 150!
clothes are made with the finest fabrics A: Last night?
and real Italian lace, and her face has been B: Yeah! It's a 24 hour market! I had
hand-painted by our finest artists. Only bought some RMB earlier at a low asking
$199. price but last night it appreciated
A: Oooo! She's pretty! I've never had a drastically so I made a split second
porcelain doll before. decision and sold all my RMB at an
B: I doubt Mom and Dad would get you amazing bid! I've also done some trading
that for your birthday. She costs a pretty with CHF and AUD and HKD. I've made
penny. Plus, you'd most likely break her. some good profits but I've also suffered
TV: What is better than one board game ? some losses. It depends on a lot of factors
Three board games in one! Enjoy playing just like any other market. In total I've
Chess and Checkers on this side of the made about USD 500 in the past few
board. But if you're looking for some months.
more fun, flip it and play the classic game A: You're kidding! I'm on! Where do I sign
of Sorry! up?
B: That's ingenious! Why hasn't anyone Daily Life - Going to the Doctor (C0234)
thought of that before? Doctor Evans: Good afternoon Chloe, I’m
TV: Now you can take Spongebob Doctor Evans. What seems to be the
Squarepants wherever you go with the problem?
new Spongebob Squarepants Glow-in-the- Chloe: Hi, Dr Evans. Thanks for seeing me
Dark Yoyo! And now back to our show! on such short notice. When I woke up this
Global View - Forex (C0233) morning I had a really sore throat and a
A: Hey John! I haven't seen you in ages! really bad cough. I think I am coming
What's new? What have you been up to? down with the flu.
B: Pete! Nice to see you Well, on top the Doctor Evans: Ah I see, yes you do sound
norm, you know, wife and kids and work, rather croaky. Well let’s have a look, shall
I've actually gotten into doing some we? Could you please open your mouth
trading. and say " ah".
A: Trading? You, big guy? What are you Chloe: "Ahhhhhhhh"
trading? Doctor Evans: Good, yes, your tonsils are
B: Currencies. a little swollen and red. How are your
A: Currencies? As in Euros, Dollars, ears, blocked at all?
Pounds and Rupees?
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Chloe: A little actually. My sinuses are a Rebecca Carlyle: Thank you for making
little blocked up as well – I really feel some time to see me Mr Parsons. It's a
terrible. pleasure to meet you finally.
Doctor Evans: Ok Chloe, can you please Mr. Parsons: The pleasure's all mine
breathe in and out slowly for me while I Rebecca. Have a seat please . Now would
listen to your chest? You really are all you like any refreshments? Tea or coffee?
bunged up, you don’t sound too good at Rebecca Carlyle: A coffee would be lovely
all. Ok I’m going to set you up with a thank you. Black, no sugar.
bunch of antibiotics. You will need to take Mr. Parsons: No problem. Sally can we
these orange pills twice a day and these have two coffees please One, no milk or
blue pills every evening. You will also sugar?
have to take this cough medicine three Sally: Certainly Mr Parsons .
times a day after meals. Finally, I am Mr. Parsons: So Rebecca, I understand
giving you an inhaler to use every time you had a first interview with Miss Childs
you feel breathless… just to clear up your last week.
lungs! Rebecca Carlyle: Yes that's correct. She
Chloe: Whoa! So many drugs…. I hate filled me in onthe details ofthe job onthe
swallowing pills. Am I able to go to work? telephone.
Doctor Evans: Absolutely not! You are Mr. Parsons: Great. Well, I'm glad to say
highly contagious! You don’t want to she recommended you for a 2nd
infect the rest of your co-workers do you? interview, and here we are. Perhaps we
I recommend staying in bed for at least can start by discussing your background
three days and drinking plenty of fluids so and resume details a little?
you don’t get weak and dehydrated. You Rebecca Carlyle: Yes , of course.
can catch up on all the latest tv shows and Daily Life - Trying To Sleep (C0236)
movies! Jill: Alex, what's up with you? You look
Chloe: Ok! Would you mind writing me a dreadful!
doctor’s note for work, otherwise they Alex: Hey Jill, I don't know. I've been
may think I am faking it! having trouble sleeping these past few
Doctor Evans: Ha-ha, sure not a problem! weeks. I usually lie in bed for hours trying
Here you are. Now off you go and away to to get to sleep . I've tried stretching and
bed. If you have any questions just give different breathing techniques before
me a call! Feel better soon and take care. going to bed . I've tried eating and not
Chloe: Thanks doc, bye! eating different foods. I've even tried
The Office - Interview Skills Part 1 - counting sheep! And then when I finally
The Introduction (C0235) get to sleep , I have these really disturbing
Mr. Parsons: Come in. nightmares, so I usually wake up in a
Rebecca Carlyle: Mr Parsons ? panic and more tired than before I went
Mr. Parsons: Ah, you must be Rebecca. to sleep .
Please do come in. Jill: Wow, maybe you should get that
checked out. Maybe you're stressed?

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C: Just take some sedatives! Works for put in a conditioner and have to rinse that
me! Every so often having some out too. Because my hair is so long, I
melatonin on hand helps me when I have seldom manage to take a shower in under
trouble sleeping . It works on all kinds of twenty minutes. Afterwards, I often put
sleeping disorders . It's the stuff pilots use on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I
to regulate their sleeping patterns . wait for it to brew. I take a long time to
Jill: I heard of that. But does that apply to get dressed in the morning. Every now
Alex's situation? and then I remember to choose my outfit
C: Ya sure, why not ? Sounds like he only the night before , but usually I do it in the
has transient insomnia since it's a recent morning. In all , getting dressed takes
thing so taking melatonin do the trick. about half an hour , at which time my hair
Jill: But shouldn't he be looking into WHY is now semi-dry so then I have to style my
it's been happening? hair. From time to time I'll put my hair up,
C: Well aren't youthe little psychologist? but oftentimes I blow-dry it straight. And
Our buddy's having trouble sleeping , it's then, because of the texture of my hair, I
easy and curable. It's not something regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it
freakish like if he was a sleepwalker. from frizzing. That's another twenty
Alex: Well, there's that too. minutes or so. After that, I have my daily
Daily Life - Morning Routine (C0237) makeup routine.
Jacob: Stephanie! Did you just get to Jacob: True, I hardly ever see you without
school? But you were up and about when your hair done and your makeup on, even
I left the dorm this morning! That was when you show up to class in sweatpants.
about an hour and a half ago. This Tell me, how long does it take you to
happens all the time! Why do you always choose that outfit in the morning?
take so long to get ready the morning? Stephanie: Not funny.
Stephanie: It's a skill. What can I say? I The Office - Interview Skills Part 2 -
don't know why, I just have a long Discussing Your Background (C0238)
routine. Mr. Parsons: Now, Miss Childs passed on
Jacob: Please explain because it makes no your resume to me and I've had the
sense to me. How can a girl's routine be chance to look it over and I must say I'm
so complicated? You get up , you shower, quite impressed.
you get dressed , you brush your teeth, Rebecca: Thank you very much. I've tried
you're out the door. Half an hour, tops. to keep it short and clear. If there's any
Stephanie: Jacob, you have the luxury of questions please feel free to ask me.
having a haircut that rarely needs styling. Mr. Parsons: Well yes, I do have a number
I don't. I have to set aside about an hour of questions, but perhaps first you could
and a half to get ready in the mornings. give me a brief overview I'd like to get a
Every day, I wake up and head straight for little bit of an idea of your background.
the shower. Every second day , I wash my Rebecca: yes of course. Well as you can
hair. If it's a hair-washing day, I see from the resume I'm up and grew up
frequently need to wash my hair twice in Brooklyn, New York, although our
because it gets really oily. Then I usually
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family moved to London when I was quite B: What? You mean strap myself to a
young, at around rook. flimsy kite? No thank you! Next!
Mr. Parsons: Ah I see, so you were A: Mmm. ok. Well, why don't you tell me
actually educated in Europe? a little bit more about what you would
Rebecca: yes precisely. Although I was like? We have everything from mountain
born in the US, I would definitely call biking, to rock climbing to street luge.
London home. But as you see I've actually B: I'm thinking something exciting but.
spent a lot of my life moving from country safer.
to country. My Father was inthe oil A: I have the perfect option, this package
business before he retired so we also will take you on a hiking trip through the
spent a number of years in Saudi Arabia Himalayas for three days and afterwards
too. there's a dog sledding journey!
Mr. Parsons: Very interesting. So it seems B: That's more like it !
you had quite an adventurous childhood. Daily Life - Getting A Pet (C0240)
Rebecca: Absolutely! We were never still A: We have been over this a hundred
for too long. But now I'm really looking to times ! We are not getting a pet!
settle down. B: Why not? Come on! Just a cute little
Mr. Parsons: I see. Okay, well let's move puppy. or a kitty!
on to discuss your education shall we? A: Who is going to look after a dog or a
Rebecca: Sure. cat?
The Weekend - Adventure B: I will! I'll feed it, bathe it and walk it
Sports (C0239) every day! We can get a Labrador or a
A: Welcome to Adventure Tours . How German Shepard !
may I help you? A: What if we want to take a vacation ?
B: I want to book a tour with adventure Who will we leave it with? Plus, our
sports . apartment is too small for that breed of
A: Excellent! Our company has more than dog.
ten years of experience in the adventure B: Ok. How about we get a cat or a ferret!
tourism and sports field . Let me show A: We're planning on having children
you some options. This is our most soon, I don't think those animals are a
popular choice, our river guides will take good idea with a baby in the house.
you on a whitewater rafting trip followed B: Fine! Let's get a bird then! We can
by a ride in a hot air balloon ! keep it in its cage and teach it to talk! A
B: I don't really think I'm ready to throw parrot would be awesome!
myself down a river full of jagged rocks in A: I'll tell you what, I can get you some
a rubber boat or go up in the air in a hamsters and we'll take it from there .
wicker basket held up by an oversize B: Yay!
balloon. What else do you have? The Office - Interview Skills 3 -
A: Well, in that case, we can take you Education Background (C0241)
hang gliding with one of our experienced Mr. Parsons: Now, if I look here I see that
instructors. It's the closest you can get to you completed a BA in English?
flying.
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Rebecca: Yes, that's right. After steady when you play the last part with
graduating from high school in New York the sixteenth note . Now let's take a look
I attended York University in the UK. My at this tricky section.
major was English, and my minor was Cody: Charles? Before I start I was
business studies . I completed my BA in wondering if it was ok if I put a small
2004. crescendo in here and then decrescendo
Mr. Parsons: Yes, I'm pleased to see that back to pianissimo again over here?
you also got a distinction. Charles: It might work. I'll have to hear
Rebecca: Yes that's right. I've always it . Show me what you've done. Not bad ,
enjoyed studying. My friends say I'm a bit not bad .
of a bookworm, but my father always Cody: It was horrible! I played play it
pushed us to succeed academically. much better at home!
Mr. Parsons: Well, it looks like his Charles: It's just nerves. Just play the
encouragement paid off Rebecca. So how right hand for now. One two three four
about extra-curricular activities at five six, ta ti tri-ple-ti. Good, good. Don't
University forget the accidentals! The key signature
Rebecca: Well I've always been keen on says that note should be a G-sharp but
on writing, so I became the editor for the now it's a G-natural. Now add the bass
University student magazine, which I clef. You're going too fast. Remember the
really loved. Also I volunteered for a tempo for this piece is andante.
group called Shelter, to help the homeless Cody: Is that better?
in York. Charles: Yes, much better. Watch where
Mr. Parsons: What did that involve? you lift your foot off the pedal. What was
Rebecca: Providing warm meals and that?
shelter, especially in the winter months . I Cody: Sorry! The stretch for that octave is
found it really fulfilling to be part of that always hard to make.
group . Charles: That's ok, keep going, you're
Mr. Parsons: I'm sure. Okay, now let's moving ahead by leaps and bounds .
move on to your work experience, shall Watch your dynamics! Keep your elbows
we? lifted. Remember to stroke the keys, don't
Rebecca: Yes, okay. pound. That's better! Remember that as a
Global View - Learning The pianist or any other musician, your
Piano (C0242) technique will be what separates you
Charles: Hi Cody, how did practicing go from the pack just as much or more so as
this week? your musicianship.
Cody: Well I had several tests and an oral The Weekend - Talking to a Travel
presentation this week so I didn't get a Agent (C0243)
chance to memorize the second page, but A: Welcome to Perfect Getaway Tours .
I think I mastered the tricky section. How can I help you?
Charles: Great! Warm up with some B: I would like to plan a surprise getaway
scales and arpeggios first. Good, good. for me and my wife.
This week, work on keeping the rhythm
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A: Very well, we have a couple of The Office - Interview Skills 4 - Talking
different options such as beaches, the About Work Experience (C0244)
wilderness, the countryside or even going Mr. Parsons: Right Rebecca. Now I see
to a spa for the weekend. that after graduating from University
B: I think something in the countryside your first job was.......
would be nice. Rebecca: For a local paper in York called
A: Perfect! This package includes round- the York Herald. Actually, I started with
trip flights to New Hampshire . A free them as an intern in the beginning. I was
airport pick- up is included. Our VIP really keen on getting some experience in
limousine will pick you up and provide the journalistic world, and this seemed
you with complimentary champagne and like a good first step.
finger foods to soften the thirty-minute Mr. Parsons: Certainly. And after your
ride to the countryside. internship
B: Sounds good! What is the hotel that we Rebecca: They seemed impressed, and
will be staying at like? offered me a position as a junior local
A: That is the best part. Your hotel is news reporter. I ended up staying two
actually an old country villa that has been years there actually. I was in charge of the
restored and refurbished to accommodate sports news section of the newspaper. I
a maximum of that is guests. You will really enjoyed it there, and it really
enjoy an intimate and private time in this helped me build my skills.
very spacious and warm N Included in Mr. Parsons: Yes I see. But you decided to
the price is three meals a day, excluding leave them in 2006 right
beverages. You can choose to eat at the Rebecca: Yes, that's right. My husband
fabulous restaurant that offers a stunning and I moved to London, and so I managed
view of the lush, green gardens. If you to find a position with a National
prefer, your own private butler can newspaper based in London
arrange your meal to be served in your Mr. Parsons: The London Weekly right
room or outside on our terrace. Rebecca: Yes, in some ways it was a step
B: Wow! This sounds like something my down from my previous job but it did
wife would really enjoy! Are there any offer me much better prospects for the
outdoor activities we can take part in ? future.
A: Of course! The hotel has a stable with The Weekend - Getting A
beautiful stallions for a very romantic Subscription (C0245)
horseback ride along the country trail. A: Good afternoon Ma'am, My name is
You can also go fishing to the nearby lake Mike and I am selling subscriptions to all
or visit the local vineyard. sorts of periodicals.
B: I'm sold ! I want to book this trip. I B: No thank you, I am not interested.
don't care what it costs! Money is no A: Please ma'am , if you could spare five
object ! minutes of your time, I am sure we could
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B: I wish I could, but Ihave to walk the complimentary water and coffee for all of
dog and finish cooking so if you would our passengers.
excuse me. A: Great! I'll take it.
A: We have a great variety of magazines B: Here you are sir. Your train leaves
all about cooking! This one for example, is from platform number nine at nine on the
a bi monthly publication with recipes dot. Remember to be here at least thirty
from all over the world! minutes before your scheduled departure
B: Wow, that would be kind of useful, do time or else you might miss your train!
you have any other cooking magazines? A: I understand. Thank you very much !
A: Sure do! This one is a quarterly B: Have a great trip.
publication, but each issue has over 200 The Office - Interview Skills 5 -
color pages of recipes and also many Discussing Reasons For Leaving
home decorating ideas! Previous Position (C0247)
B: Wow, this is nice! Ok, sign me up for Mr. Parsons: Okay, now I'd like to find out
both publications. more about your last job. I see you spent
A: You mentioned you have a dog, most almost four years at the London Weekly ,
pet owners sign up for this weekly is that right?
newsletter that has information on dog Rebecca: Yes, that's right. To be honest,
care, pet shops and even pet sitters! the first year was quite tough for me. I
B: That is exactly what I needed! What was really just treated more like an
else do you have? intern. I didn't have many responsibilities
A: Well, I also have.... and I found it quite frustrating.
Daily Life - At The Train Mr. Parsons: So, what changed?
Station (C0246) Rebecca: Well slowly but surely I proved
A: Hi, I would like to purchase a one way myself, and the new editor liked me so he
ticket to Brussels please. promoted me to features writer .
B: Certainly sir, this is our train schedule. Mr. Parsons: Wow, a real step up!
We have an express train departing every Rebecca: Yes I was responsible for
morning and an overnight train that restaurant and food reviews mostly. I
departs at nine pm. spent restaurant years in that position,
A: How long does it take to get there? but to be honest it wasn't an area of
B: About twelve hours. We currently have journalism I wanted to stay in long-term.
tickets available only for first class on the Mr. Parsons: I see, so why did you decide
express train. If you'd like, you can choose to leave finally?
a sleeper on the overnight train which is a Rebecca: I just felt that the paper couldn't
bit less expensive. offer me any new opportunities. I really
A: Yeah, I think that is the best option. Do needed a more challenging role to be
you serve food on the train? Twelve hours honest.
is such a long time! Daily Life - Dinnerware (C0248)
B: Yes of course. There is a dining car A: Honey can you set the table?
towards the front of the train where they
serve meals at all times. We do provide
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B: Um, sure. What are we having for recommend you put fresh vegetables in
dinner? Do I need to put out anything in your sandwich.
particular? A: Do not undervalue them as they play a
A: Well, make sure to put out the pepper big role in forming the taste and will
and salt shakers. I don't know if your make the sandwich more refreshing and
brother is coming tonight so set an extra light. The best choices here are evident-
place mat just in case. cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, sweet
B: Ok, should I use the fancy silverware? pepper pepper or chilli, lettuce and, of
A: Yeah go ahead, forks, spoons and course, herbs- you can't go wrong with
knives. I roasted some meat so be sure to them. As for aubergines, mushrooms and
put out some steak knives as well. asparagus, I would recommend you first
B: I'll also set some cups and saucers for grill them slightly with a little touch of
some coffee after dinner. olive oil.
A: Honey? Have you seen our soup A: Last but not least, we have a wide
bowls? variety of condiments that we can add to
B: They are in the cupboard where you our perfect sandwich. We can be subtle
keep the gravy boat and serving dishes. and just add a touch of salt and pepper, or
Just be careful because the wine glasses we can combine mustard sauce,
are also there. mayonnaise, ketchup or even caviar to
A: Oops! achieve a stronger flavor! It's always a
The Weekend - Making A good idea to cut your sandwich in
Sandwich (C0249) triangles or manageable pieces to avoid
A: Welcome to our show! Today, I am all your ingredients falling out and
going to show you how to make the staining your shirt!
perfect mouthwatering sandwich! Are A: That's all the time we have for today,
you ready? Let's get started ! but join us next time where we'll be going
A: Let's start with the basics :bread. over how to make the perfect lasagna! Till
Bread is an important ingredient here. next time!
You need to remember one thing -choose The Office - Interview Skills 6 -
the bread according to the following Describing Ones Strengths (C0250)
criteria :freshness, crumb and color. If Mr. Parsons: Okay Rebecca. Now
you want a closed sandwich I recommend youyou've given me a good idea of your
you first toast your bread in a toaster or work and academic background, but what
oven, or grill it slightly until it gets a light about you as a person? How would you
brown color. describe your key strengths?
A: Now that our bread is ready, let's talk Rebecca: Well Mr. Parsons, as I
about the ingredients ! Of course, each mentioned before I'm someone who
person's palate is different, but I'm going needs new challenges. I'm really focused
to give you a few tips that you'll be able to and hard hard-working. I think my
use when turning any sandwich into the academic results prove this.
perfect sandwich. I would strongly Mr. Parsons: Yes, true, but how about
other personal qualities?
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Hmmmmm, that's a tough question. But I B: What about you? You spend as much
would have to say my passion. I'm really or more money on your razors, after
passionate about journalism and shave, cologne and gel! Not to mention
passionate about my career. how much you spend on clothes and...
Rebecca: Well I believe I'm a good team- A: Fine! Get the stupid thirty dollar
player, but I can also work well crayon!
independently. I'm very enthusiastic and , Global View - Contraceptives (C0252)
well I hope my colleagues would agree, A: Alright, settle down everyone. As part
I'm fun to work with. of this school's curriculum we'll be
Mr. Parsons: What would you say is your covering sex ed this week.
most positive quality? A: Now I want everyone to take this class
Rebecca: Hmmmmm, that's a tough seriously, sexual education is very
question. But I would have to say my important and I want you to ask as many
passion. I'm really passionate about questions as you can think of. Remember,
journalism and passionate about my there are no stupid questions here.
career. B: Miss Carlton? What exactly is sexual
The Weekend - Buying Makeup education? Are you going to teach us like
(C0251) Kama sutra stuff like that?
A: I'm hungry, let's go grab a bite to eat. A: No Jason, that's not exactly what sex
B: Yeah me too. Oh! Can we stop at the ed is. Basically, we will talk about sexually
shop really fast? I lost my makeup bag at transmitted diseases, contraceptives and
the airport and I want to pick up a few how the male and female bodies work.
things. B: My older sister is in college and she
A: Will you take long? takes what she and her friends call the
B: No! Five minutes I promise! pill. I never really understood what that
A: Come on! We have been here for is, but I know it has to do with sex or
almost an hour! I thought you said you something.
were only going to get a few things! How A: Good point Jason! This will be the topic
long does it take you to pick out a lipstick of our first class, contraceptives. As you
and some nail polish! mentioned, the pill is one of the many that
B: Are you crazy! You have no idea what exist. The birth control pill is taken daily
you are talking about! Just for my eyes I by a woman in order to prevent
have to get eyeliner, an eyelash curler, eye unwanted pregnancy, but it does not
shadow, an eyebrow pencil and mascara. protect her from contracting STD's from
Then I need to get foundation, liquid an infected person. Another popular
foundation. method is using condoms. This is
A: Whoa whoa whoa! Are you nuts? How probably the best method if you have sex,
much is all this going to cost? I'm looking since it not only prevents a woman from
at the price at each one of these little getting pregnant but also protects both
things and it's outrageous! This is from STD's. Yes Jason?
basically a crayon! B: What are condoms made out of? How
exactly is it that a woman gets pregnant?
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A: Condoms are usually made out of an A: Wow! You really went all out! Did you
elastic material called Latex. As for your make any coffee?
other question, that's a whole new class. B: Yeah, just the way you like it! I also put
The Office - Interview Skills 7 - out some cereal and muesli if you feel like
Describing Ones Weaknesses (C0253) having something more light.
Mr Parsons: Okay Rebecca, well I think A: Looks good! I'll squeeze us some fresh
you'vegiven me a clear impression of your orange juice.
positive qualities, but let's talk a little bit B: Getthe jam and butter while you are in
about your weaknesses. there! Oh! And don't forget the syrup!
Rebecca: Okay, well it's always more Global View - The Miracle Of
difficult to describe them isn't it? Life (C0255)
Mr Parsons: Definitely, but if you had to A: Continuing with our class, today we
pinpoint one weakness what would it be? are going to study briefly the miracle of
Rebecca: Well as I mentioned before, I do life. Many of you may think you already
tend to get frustrated if I don't see know how babies come to be, but I am
progress in my work or career. I suppose sure that some of the things that we will
I'm quite a restless character. My father be talking about today may surprise you.
always taught me to be a high achiever so. Billy can you turn on the projector
Mr Parsons: So would you say if things please? Thanks. Ok, does anyone know
don't go your way at work it could easily what this is?
get you down? B: Looks like a goat head to me!
Rebecca: Well, in a way yes. But I must A: Nice try, but this is a woman’s womb
say that even if I'm not completely happy which contains her uterus and ovaries.
in my work I always give 110% I would The ovaries. are packed with eggs and
never shirk my responsibilities. I suppose each month during the middle of the
sometimes Iexpect too much too soon. menstrual cycle, the ripest one will be
Mr Parsons: Well, you know journalism is sucked up by one of the fallopian tubes.
a highly competitive world, so you do This is called ovulation and the exact time
need to keep pushing yourself it's true. of ovulation depends on the length of
Okay well lets move on to talk about the your cycle. In an average 28 day cycle,
job position here shall we? ovulation will most likely happen
Rebecca: Yes please. between the 12th and 15th days, counting
The Weekend - Making day 1 as the first day of your last period.
Breakfast (C0254) B: That's amazing! So each month, the
A: Smells good! What's for breakfast? woman produces these eggs and then
B: Well, since we are getting up so late, I waits for them to be fertilized?
decided to make a big breakfast! A: Actually, every woman is already born
A: Nice! Brunch! with over four hundred thousand eggs!
B: Kind of, so I made scrambled and soft Some will start dying off immediately and
boiled eggs, some french toast and others released during her fertile period.
buttermilk pancakes! B: What about the guys? I know they
produce sperm and stuff.
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A: That’s right! The man’s body has a tiny Rebecca: Yes, well Miss Childs did give
factory that produces sperm twenty four me an overview of the position over the
hours a day! Each ejaculation will release phone, but there were some details I'd
about a hundred million sperm so the like to clarify.
factory is always pretty busy. The sole Mr. Parsons: Well feel free to ask me
purpose of a sperm's life is to fertilize the anything, and I'll try to fill in the details.
woman's egg. Rebecca: Could I first ask about the
B: So, then we basically need to put one- remuneration package ?
and-one together so we can have babies Mr. Parsons: Yes of course. That's quite
right? an important point isn't it? As a junior
A: Yes, the man will have an orgasm sub editor we offer a starting salary of
during intercourse and ejaculate sperm 150,000 HK dollars per annum. This
and semen. Now this is where the race doesn't include a generous housing
begins and all those millions of sperm will allowance also.
race and swim from the cervix, through Rebecca: I understand. And are there
the uterus to the fallopian tubes. This other bonuses included?
could take anywhere from forty five Mr. Parsons: Well apart from full health
minutes to twelve hours! Not all of them insurance we do offer a company staff
make it, since some go the wrong way and bonus scheme linked to readership
get lost or simply die. Many will actually numbers. But we could go through all the
reach the egg but only one will penetrate details of that at a later date.
it and fertilize it. Once this happens, the Rebecca: Well Mr. Parsons, I am flexible
egg instantly changes and creates a when it comes to salary. The opportunity
protective shield once the sperm is safely to work in Hong Kong for you is the most
inside. important thing for me.
B: And then? That's it? Mr. Parsons: Excellent. Well, what other
A: Well, the egg will be fertilized within questions do you have Rebecca?
about 24 hours of its release. The genetic Global View - The World Cup (C0257)
material from the sperm combines with A: What are you doing?
the genetic material in the egg to create a B: What am I doing? What am I doing?
new cell that will rapidly start dividing. Don't you know what day it is?
The woman is not actually pregnant until A: Ummm. no.
that bundle of new cells, known as the B: It's only the day when the world's
embryo, travels the rest of the way down biggest sporting event is kicking off.
the fallopian tube and attaches itself to A: What?
the wall of her uterus. Any other B: The World Cup! The first match is
questions? Then let's move on. today! It's Mexico vs. South Africa! It's
The Office - Interview Skills 8 - going to be a really good match! Both
Discussing Salary and Benefits (C0256) teams have a very strong offense and
Mr. Parsons: Okay, well I'm sure you have have skilled players. I think that South
a number of questions to ask me Africa will probably dominate the first
regarding the position.
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half since they are the host country, and A: You know the rules and you broke
all. them. No allowance and no TV for a week.
A: I have no idea what you're talking I usually never ground you but this time I
about. The only sporting event we watch have to put my foot down!
at home is the Super Bowl. B: What! For being a couple of hours late?
B: This is bigger than the Super Bowl, You have to be kidding!
man! Teams from 32 countries compete A: I don't want to hear it! Now go to your
against each other every four years and room!
fight to win that trophy. They first start in The Office - Interview Skills 9 - Asking
a group stage with bigger groups, each For Information About The
group having 4 teams. The top 2 teams Position (C0259)
pass on to an elimination stage before Rebecca: Could you tell me a little about
going on to the quarterfinalsand the organization? For example, how big is
semifinals. your workforce here?
A: Sounds interesting, but soccer doesn't Mr. Parsons: Well in total we have
really appeal to me. around 150 employees based in Hong
B: Are you kidding? Over seven hundred Kong with another 400 in our head office
million people watched the final match of in Beijing. The newsdesk staff in Hong
the World Cup! It's a very exciting and Kong comprises around 80 staff.
nerve wracking sport! Each nation is Rebecca: I see. And how about the
cheering on their team, hoping they will working hours?
become the next champion. So far Brazil Mr. Parsons: Well, as you know Rebecca,
is the team with the most titles under in journalism work hours are not exactly
their belt; they're really good! 9-5. You could be on call at any time. We
A: All I know about soccer is that you do have to work very unsociable hours at
can't use your hands and that players are times.
always falling down, trying to get a free Rebecca: Well I am used to that Mr.
kick or penalty kick. It seems like a sissy Parsons, so that's not really a shock for
sport to me! me.
B: Whatever dude, I'm going to go watch Mr. Parsons: Good, as long as you
the opening match. understand that.
Daily Life - You're Grounded! (C0258) Rebecca: And when do you need to fill
A: Do you know what time it is? the vacancy, Mr. Parsons?
B: Um. Ten? Mr. Parsons: Yesterday! But no, we are
A: Get in this door young man. It's hoping to start from the beginning of next
midnight, you are two hours past curfew. month.
B: I know, but it wasn't my fault! I told Rebecca: That sounds ideal.
Jennifer she had to drop me off before ten, The Weekend - Guns (C0260)
but she wouldn't leave the party! A: Hey Nick, what are you up to?
A: I don't care! You are grounded for life B: Not much, just heading over to the
mister! shooting range. You wanna come?
B: Mom! That is so unfair!
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A: Seriously? You mean to fire a real B: Our cousin Pete! My turn! She has a
weapon? I don't know man. pointy nose, sunken eyes and a mole on
B: Yeah it will be fun! I have a 9mm pistol her chin!
that is really easy to shoot. I also have a A: Aunt Rose! That mole is so huge! Ok,
revolver that's really fun too! They have my turn. He has a crooked nose and full
big targets at the range that we could use lips. He has quite a few freckles and an
to practice and improve your aim. oval face. Oh, he is also bald!
A: Yeah that would be cool! Maybe I can B: Your future husband!
also have a try at other weapons like a A: Not funny.
machine gun or a shotgun! Maybe even a The Office - Interview Skills 10 -
rocket launcher or an anti tank missile! Or Concluding The Interview (C0262)
what about a flame thrower! Mr Parsons: Well Rebecca, is there
B: Whoa, take it easy there Rambo. Don't anything else you need to know for now?
get carried away. These weapons are not Rebecca: I don't think so Mr. Parsons. I
toys, and you must first learn how to think you have covered all the main
handle them properly. There are basic points for me.
rules that you must abide by in order to Mr Parsons: Okay well listen, here is my
be safe. For example, never handle a business card with my mobile number. If
weapon that you haven't inspected any other questions spring to mind don't
yourself. Always make sure there isn't hesitate to contact me. Of course you can
anything in the chamber, and never put also call Miss Childs too.
your finger on the trigger unless you are Rebecca: Great. Ermm, when can I expect
ready to shoot! to hear from you?
A: Wow, I didn't know! It always looks so Mr Parsons: Well, we are finishing the
cool and easy in the movies! shortlist interviews tomorrow, so we will
B: The reality is different you know, certainly have a decision made by early
running and firing a weapon is a lot next week. Miss Childs will call you to
harder than in the movies! So are you discuss more on Monday or Tuesday. How
ready? does that sound?
A: Let's do it! Rebecca: That sounds perfect. Thank you
Daily Life - Describing Someone's very much for taking the time to speak to
Face (C0261) me Mr. Parsons.
A: Let's play a game! Mr Parsons: The pleasure's all mine
B: Ok! How about Scrabble? Rebecca.
A: No no, a friend of mine taught me this Rebecca: I hope to hear from you very
really fun game. I'm going to describe soon.
someone's face, and you guess who it is! Mr Parsons: Absolutely. Thanks for
B: Ok! coming Rebecca. Goodbye.
A: Let's see. He has a roman nose, bushy Global View - Nationalities (C0263)
eyebrows and dimples! A: Hey! How was your first day of class?
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this semester! It's great being in a class of A: Let's have a look. Hmmm. This doesn't
international students! look too good. I think we may have to pull
B: Mine was ok, except that no one in my out your wisdom tooth. It's pressing
class speaks English. I guess it will force against your molars and that's one of the
me to converse in Chinese more in class reasons you are experiencing so much
so at least I should improve a lot this pain.
semester. B: When you pull my tooth will you also
A: That's both fortunate and unfortunate. have to extract the nerve and the root?
It's the United Nations in my class! We A: First we will take some x-rays and see
have people from all over the world! what we're dealing with. I also noticed a
There are three Germans, a Pole, a small cavity up front here, so you are
Scottish, two French, an American, a going to need a filling.
Brazilian, a Chilean, a New Zealander, B: I guess that's what I get for not flossing
though he prefers to call himself a Kiwi. or brushing my teeth three times a day.
Who else do we have? Oh, we also have a A: It could be that, or maybe you are
Moroccan, a Togolese, a Pakistani, and eating too many sweets. In any case, I'll
two Indonesians! administer an anesthetic and you won't
B: That's quite the array of nationalities. feel a thing!
Everyone in my class is from Asia, except The Weekend - Pest Control (C0265)
me. There are a few South Koreans, A: Hi, did you call for an exterminator?
several Japanese, Malaysian, Thai, B: Yes! Thank goodness you're here.
Singaporean, Filipino, Kazakhstani, and These bugs are driving us crazy!
one Russian. A: What sort of pest are we dealing with?
A: Well, I think you're pretty lucky B: We just bought this house and it is
actually. You'll have the opportunity to infected with just about everything. We
learn so much about Asian culture. have termites in the wood, cockroaches
B: I guess so, but I think it's going to be all over the place, and last night I saw a
hard to relate to my classmates, especially huge rat out in the backyard!
with the language barrier. I think I might A: Well, there's nothing we can't handle.
change classes. I'll spray the floorboards and walls to get
A: Don't! Stay the course! Your spoken rid of the cockroaches, but the termites
Chinese will be eternally grateful. I bet will be harder to get rid of. We will have
you it will even surpass mine with all that to cover the entire house and fumigate it.
practice. Unfortunately that means you will have to
B: I highly doubt it. Your girlfriend is find a place to stay for the next three days.
Chinese. B: No problem, just get rid of the bugs!
A: Well, there is that, yes. Daily Life - Weather Report (C0266)
Daily Life - Toothache (C0264) A: Those are today’s top stories. Now let’s
A: What seems to be the problem? go to John for the weather. John, what
B: I have a really bad toothache! My does the forecast look like for our
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B: I’m afraid we’re in for a rough A: It’s alright, I will take you through the
weekend, Mark. There is a storm system procedure. Are you transferring funds to
moving through the East Coast. It will be a company or an individual account?
drizzling all day today, and there’s a 60 B: A company account. I need to pay a
percent chance of thunderstorms this bill.
evening. It will be warm and humid all A: Okay, I’ll need the name of the
weekend. In the Midwest, expect strong company and their bank routing number
winds and a low of around 40 degrees. as well as their bank's address and phone
A: That’s pretty chilly for the summer! number.
Will it rain on Saturday? B: I have all the information in this folder.
B: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear A: Well You've come prepared .You have
early Saturday morning but there is a high all the necessary materials so we can go
chance of showers and thunderstorms ahead and make the transfer right now.
later in the day. There is a severe It’s a simple transaction, and we can
thunderstorm warning for some parts of process it today.
the Southeast. Folks in those areas might B: Oh, that’s such a relief. I didn’t want
see some hail and flooding, especially in the payment to be overdue. Thank you so
areas that have been experiencing record much .
high rainfalls. A: It’s my pleasure.
A: That certainly sounds like a dreary The Office - Purchasing
Saturday. Manager (C0268)
B: It gets better on Sunday, though. The A: Good morning, Angela, how have you
storm systems move east and the skies been lately?
will clear up at night. It will still be rather B: Morning, Michael. I’ve been very busy
cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West lately. One of our other vendors is going
Coast will be experiencing some out of business and I’ve been searching
unusually chilly weather, but at least the for a suitable replacement.
sun will come out. I advise weekend A: Well, rest assured that you can count
travelers to be careful, especially while on us to be here for the long run sit down.
driving. Back to you, Mark. Coffee?
A: Thanks John, and there you have it! B: No, thanks. I’ve been trying to cut
Looks like it’s a weekend to stay at home! down on the caffeine .
Daily Life - Making A Bank A: Haha, I could never do that. I’d be a
Transfer (C0267) zombie if I didn’t have my morning coffee
A: Good Morning welcome to Bank of the fix. Let’s get down to business then.
USA. How may I help you today? B: Yes. I’ve come to talk with you about
B: Hi I need to transfer some money to ordering the eight megapixel cameras for
another account. It’s urgent. our new MePhone. The demand for phone
A: Okay, have you made a wire transfer at cameras is growing, and Pear has been
our bank before ? falling behind in the market.
B: No. I've never made a transfer before. A: That’s great! I’m glad to hear that Pear
has finally jumped on the bandwagon.
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Right now our contract is for the five C: That’s true. We’ve certainly achieved
megapixel cameras. Is Pear still interested top of mind awareness when it comes to
in having those? the best best tasting brews and it’s
B: No, we’re changing all the cameras to important to distinguish ourselves from
eight megapixels. We were hoping that by our competitors. I think the main
making your company our sole supplier question is how we can show our
for cameras we could negotiate a better appreciation to our customers.
deal. A: That’s the main question I would like
A: Surely. Let’s get started by drafting a to discuss today.
new contract. B: Money is tight for everyone these days
The Office - Marketing Plan (C0269) so even our most loyal customers may be
A: Okay everyone, let’s begin. I called you reconsidering the money they pay for
here today to evaluate our marketing their morning coffee. Since the
strategy during this recession. I wanted to superiority of our coffee beans is one of
re-emphasize our corporate mission of our core competencies why don’t we sell
Aiming to give our customers the best the beans for people to brew coffee at
coffee and service in a clean and home.
welcoming atmosphere. C: That could definitely be a way we
B: Several other shops have reduced the could expand our company, but would we
prices for their coffees and are drawing in be undermining the essence of the
more customers. Why aren’t we doing the company that way?
same thing? A: Let’s brainstorm some more ideas, and
A: I know that recent sales have been do some research. The customer always
slow, but we are not going to reduce our comes first, and what the customer wants,
prices to the level of our competitors. We the customer gets. Maybe it’s time we
offer a superior product and our focus is started selling coffee beans.
on long-term growth rather than short- Daily Life - Buying A Suit (C0270)
term sales. If we lower our prices, we run A: Hello sir, what can I do for you today?
the risk of devaluing our product. B: Hi, I need a new suit. I have an
B: Customers don’t care about the coffee important interview next week, so I really
anymore. They only care about the price. need to look sharp.
A: I disagree. Highly discerning A: No problem! We have a broad
customers know that our coffee is far selection of suits, all tailored made so that
better than the coffee you buy at the other it will fit perfectly.
places. Our coffee bean are artisan B: Great! I want a three piece suit,
roasted and we use state-of-the-art preferably made from Italian cashmere or
equipment to brew our coffees. When you wool.
compare the coffees side-by-side our A: Very well sir. Would you like to have
coffee wins the taste test every time. We some shirts made also?
have never sought to appeal to the mass B: Sure. I’ll also take some silver cuff link
market with cheap coffee drinks, and we and a pair of silk ties.
will not do so now.
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A: Very good. Now, if you will accompany B: Secondly I'dlike to present data on
me, we can take your measurements and projected sales for the x420. We will then
choose the patterns for your suit and go on to discuss our key rivals in this
shirts. sector. Then I would like to go on to
The Office - Presentation Series 1 - The outline the campaign concept for the
Overview and the Agenda (C0271) x420.
A: Hi everyone, Can everyone hear me? B: Finally I'm happy to open up the
Can you guys at the back hear everything? discussion for any questions or points you
A: Okay great. Well I think all of you might have for me.
know why we are here this afternoon. As Daily Life - Getting A Nanny (C0272)
most of you are aware 2010 marks an Grace: Hey Mel! Are you up for some
important moment for Alpha computers. tennis today?
A: We have bounced back from the Mel: Sorry, I can’t! I have to go to work,
recession and now we are set to launch pick up Jake and Maddie from school, and
our new line of laptop and desktop make them an afternoon snack, then take
computers. Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to
A: I'm really pleased to welcome Michael dance class.
Ford, the Global Marketing Manager for Grace: You sound exhausted. Maybe you
Alpha computers,who has flown in from should hire a nanny to help you out! She
California to give all of you an overview of can pick the kids up and take them to
the marketing campaign and to answer their after-school activities. She can also
any questions you may have. So please help you do some household chores, and
give a warm welcome to Mr. Ford . run some errands.
B: Thank you Jonathan. It really is a Mel: Oh, I don't know... it's hard to find
pleasure to be here today. It has been the right nanny .You have to consider her
three years since I visited Beijing ,and it's previous work experience, the
clear to me that operations here are responsibilities you give her, and how she
obviously going from strength to strength. interacts with the kids. I would love to
B: The Alpha brand continues to grow in have someone to help me out, though.
leaps and bounds in China, and that is Grace: I think you should definitely
certainly down to the hard work of all of consider it! This way you won’t have to
you here. So congratulations to all of you. juggle such a busy schedule, and you’ll
B: I'd like to start by outlining the key still get to spend time with the kids in the
points of my presentation this afternoon evenings. I can refer you this great nanny
and giving you an idea of the topics that Amy. She used to work for my neighbors,
will be discussed. The presentation today before they moved away. She’s very
is divided into five main parts. responsible, a good cook, and great with
B: First of all, I'd like to briefly touch on kids.
the background of the new x420 line; how Mel: Oh, that’s great. Thanks Grace. Can
the whole concept has come about and you give me her number? I’ll talk it over
how the new product fits into our existing with Dan and give her a call tomorrow.
brand line. Maybe this way I won’t be so tired every
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day, and Dan and I might even get to go The Office - Presentation Series 2 -
on a date once in a while . Talking about numbers, charts and
The Weekend - The Zodiac and graphs (C0274)
Horoscopes (C0273) Mr Ford: As all of you are well aware,
Angela: Hey Lydia, what are you reading? competition in the laptop computer
Lydia: I’m looking at my horoscope for sector is intense.
this month! My outlook is very positive. It Mr Ford: We continue to fight with our
says that I should take a vacation to competitors for market share, and this is
someplace exotic, and that I will have a the case both in the developed markets in
passionate summer fling! the West, as well as more developing
Angela: What are you talking about? Let markets in Asia and Africa.
me see that… What are horoscopes? Mr Ford: You may ask yourself, why is
Lydia: It’s a prediction of your month, this market so cut-throat? Well the
based on your zodiac sign . You have a answer is simple. There is a huge
different sign for the month and date you untapped potential market out there ,with
were born in. I was born on April 15th, so a huge untapped potential for profit.
I’m an Aries. When were you born? Mr Ford: If I bring up the first graph here,
Angela: January 5th. it shows the increase in terms of number
Lydia: Let’s see… you're a Capricorn. It of computer owners across the globe.
says that you will be feeling stress at Mr Ford: As you can see in the 1980's
work, but you could see new, exciting computer ownership amounted to around
developments in your love life . Looks like 0.5% of the total world population. Since
we’ll both have interesting summers! the 1990's, computer ownership has risen
Angela: That’s bogus. I don’t feel any dramatically.
stress at work, and my love life is Mr Ford: In the new millennium we saw
practically nonexistent. This zodiac stuff an even larger explosion in computer
is all a bunch of nonsense. owners , with figures rising to around 4-
Lydia: No it’s not, your astrology sign can 5%, an increase of 1000 % percent
tell you a lot about your personality. See? compared with the 1980's .
It says that an Aries is energetic and loves Mr Ford: If we move on to discuss the
to socialize. figures for China specifically we can see in
Angela: Well, you certainly match those Chart B that the overall figure for
criteria, but they’re so broad they could computer ownership stands at around 60
apply to anyone. What does it say about million, which represents a huge increase
me? in a very short time period.
Lydia: A Capricorn is serious-minded Mr Ford: Now of course 60 million is just
and practical. She likes to do things in a drop in the ocean if you compare the
conventional ways. * laughs * That sounds total population of China, and this is a key
just like you! reason why the personal computer
market is such a hot market.
Mr Ford: For us at Alpha, and of course
for all our competitors as well, we have
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millions of potential customers who are A: Not at all. No hidden fees or
looking to join the internet generation. surcharges, it is a flat monthly rate.
Mr Ford: If we do this right we really can B: Perfect. I also wanted to know if there
reap huge rewards in a very short time is any call forwarding service? I am
frame. I'd now like to move on to discuss usually out of town and would like my
the x420 brand itself, and compare and calls to be forwarded to a local number.
contrast with some of our key A: Yes of course. We can activate all these
competitors. services in about an hour.
Daily Life - Kitchen Appliances (C0275) The Office - Presentation Series 3 -
A: I have been looking at this online Making Comparisons (C0277)
catalog for over an hour and I still haven’t Mr. Ford: Now a key question you might
finished getting all the kitchen appliances ask yourself is what differentiates the
that we need! new x420 line with our previous models,
B: What are you getting? and also of course with some of our
A: Well, the first thing on my list is a new competitors.
blender. I decided to also get a juicer and Mr. Ford: In other words what makes the
a new coffee maker. x420 stand out from all the others? This is
B: Don’t forget to also get a new mixer. I a key question, and is something I'd like
lent the old one to my brother and he to explore in a little depth. Firstly, the
broke it. x420 has a range of USPs that really make
A: Yeah I know. I also decided to throw it a cut above the rest.
away the old toaster and get a new one. I Mr. Ford: The first thing to mention is
am also getting a rice cooker and steamer that the x420 is the first in a new
to make some nice steamed fish or generation of ultra-light laptop
veggies. computers. It is only 2lbs, which
B: I’m actually thinking of completely compares very favorably with all our key
refurnishing the kitchen and getting a competitors. In terms of computer
new stove, oven, dishwasher and trash performance, for such a light machine it’s
compacter. very powerful. 4Gb of RAM, with an ultra-
A: That’s a good idea ! The kitchen will fast processor.
look amazing! Mr. Ford: The most advanced video and
Daily Life - Telephone sound cards on the market are installed
Services (C0276) with a crystal-clear 15-inch LCD display.
A: Telco Mobile, how can I help you? The x420 really stands out as next
B: Yes, I’d like to activate my voice mail generation laptop. Compared with our
service please. previous x540 range it really is in a league
A: Certainly sir, we currently have a of its own .
special promotion where we include voice Mr. Ford: Now, if we go on to look at
mail services ,call waiting and also three projected sales for the x420 we can see
way calling. that sales revenue for 2010 is expected to
B: Sure that sounds great! Are there any hit at least 20 million dollars. Now this is
other fees? really a conservative estimate.
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Mr. Ford: If our marketing campaign is B: Very affordable sir. You can take it out
successful I'm confident that we could see of this lot today with 0% down payment
a doubling of this figure at the very least. and no interest for the first year! You can
Now please bear in mind that this is only test drive it now and we can sign the
for the first year of production. papers when we get back.
Mr. Ford: I'm certain that in the coming A: Great! Let’s do it!
three years the x420 will actually Global View - Drugs (C0279)
overtake all our existing products, both in A: Hey man, you wanna buy some weed?
terms of sales and revenue. Okay, now B: Some what?
let's move on to discuss our marketing A: Weed! You know? Pot, Ganja, Mary
concept and look more closely at our key Jane some chronic!
competitors. B: Oh, umm, no thanks.
Global View - At The Car A: I also have blow if you prefer to do a
Dealership (C0278) few lines.
A: Hi there! I am looking for a new car. I B: No, I am ok, really.
have this old Ford Pinto that I would like A: Come on man! I even got dope and
to trade in. acid! Try some!
B: I see. You are in luck this month B: Do you really have all of these drugs?
because all of our models are on sale! it is Where do you get them from?
a perfect time to buy a new car since it’s A: I got my connections! Just tell me
the end of the year, what you want and I’ll even give you one
A: Perfect! I like this one. ounce for free.
B: That is the Ford Focus. A very light but B: Sounds good! Let’s see, I want.
powerful vehicle. It comes with dual side A: Yeah?
airbags, power steering and power B: I want you to put your hands behind
windows, tinted windows and your choice your head! You are under arrest!
of either automatic or manual The Office - Presentation Series 4 -
transmission. Discussing the Competition (C0280)
A: Sounds like a good car! How many Mr. Ford: Now, of course, with all this
miles to the gallon? cutting-edge technology there must be a
B: It is a very fuel efficient vehicle giving catch, you might ask yourself. I bet the
you about 34 miles in the city and 40 on retail price will be too much for most
the highway. consumers, you might say. Well, you'd be
A: That is really convenient. Especially wrong!
now that fuel prices are so high! What’s Mr. Ford: Yes, of course the x420 is aimed
under the hood? at the luxury market, but if you compare
B: A very powerful 2.5-liter the price of our leading competitors, the
turbocharged engine, Trust me, this car is x420 represents incredible value for
fast! money. At only15,000RMB it is far more
A: Now for the most difficult question. affordable and far more attractive than
What is the price tag for this lovely almost every leading brand and model.
vehicle?
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Mr. Ford: So, what differentiates us from Lydia: No, I think I’ll pass. Mark broke up
our competitors? Well, if we compare with me. I feel awful.
Orange's luxury MP40 range then we can Maggie: What?!? What happened? Just
really highlight some of the differences. last week you were talking about going on
Mr. Ford: Now, of course Orange has an vacation together!
enviable record for producing Lydia: I don't know what I did wrong. He
revolutionary and top class products, and said he needed some space to figure
I must admit the MP40 is a breathtaking things out... He said I didn’t do anything
machine. However, for most consumers wrong, that I’m a great person... just not
the MP40 is simply far too expensive to the one for him...
consider. Maggie: Ugh! That’s so cliché. Mark’s not
Mr. Ford: Compared with the x420 it is worth your time, Lydia. You deserve so
more expensive and there's no doubt that much better!
considering the quality and workmanship Lydia: I know we had hit a rough patch
that goes into the x420 we really win but I had hoped we could work it out next
hands down on value for money. weekend, when we both had some time
Mr. Ford: Also, if you compare the after off... I think he found someone else. I had
sales service we offer I think we can been getting suspicious because he had
proudly boast the best customer service been spending a lot of time with a
facilities in the whole lap-top sector. As coworker...
opposed to most of our rivals, we Maggie: Whatever. He’s a jerk, forget
guarantee quality, we guarantee service about him! There are many more fish in
and we guarantee reliability. the sea.
Mr. Ford: The questions we must ask Lydia: Talk about being cliché, Maggie!
ourselves are " What does the Alpha But you’re right. There’s no use for me to
brand stand for? and also " How can we sulk around... Let’s go out tonight!
set ourselves apart from our competitors? Global View - Physics (C0282)
The answer to both of these questions is Prof. Brown: Good morning, everybody.
the same my friends. Welcome to Physics 101. My name is Ed
Mr. Ford: Alpha stands first and foremost Brown, and I will be your professor for
for quality, for excellence and for service. this semester. Since today is our first
If we always stick to this philosophy then class, I wanted to give you an overview of
I'm confident that we will really be able to what this course will look like, how you
expand our market share significantly. will be graded, and what we will cover
Okay, let me move on now to give you an this semester.
idea of our marketing campaign for the Matt: Will we be focusing more on
x420 theoretical physics or experimental
The Weekend - Breaking Up (C0281) physics, Professor?
Lydia: Hello? Prof. Brown: This is an introductory
Maggie: Hey! Do you want to go out course, and my aim is to give you a broad
tonight? overview of the field of physics. The term
“ physics” encompasses many different
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areas of research and study, and I hope of course, this represents an enormous
this course will provide you with challenge with enormous rewards for the
conceptual understanding of physics, winners, but for any new product we
which will prove useful whether or not need a great marketing message and
you choose to further your study in this marketing campaign
field. Mr. Ford: It needs to be directed and
Prof. Brown: We will begin the course by focused at our target consumer, and
looking at the fundamental concepts of needs to be pitched at exactly the right
physics, then by the middle of the level. The question we must first address
semester we will begin exploring the is of course, who is our target consumer
more theoretical side of physics. It is and secondly what do they expect from
essential that you first have a firm grasp the next generation Alpha lap-top?
of the fundamentals, so that you can Mr. Ford: Let's first of all tackle the first
better understand the theoretical question. Our target consumer for the
concepts when we get to them. x420 is the middle class, white collar
Matt: Will we learn about black holes, worker with an above average income.
wormholes, and string theory? However, as we mentioned before the
Prof. Brown: We will learn about the total number of computer owners is
general theory of relativity, including expanding rapidly and we need to
black holes. We will also explore broaden our audience for this product.
developing theories in quantum Mr. Ford: For example, the x420 is also
mechanics, such as string theory. We will ideally suited to the younger student
discuss some hypothetical features of sector, who might use laptops both for
space-time, like wormholes. study and gaming. There is no doubt that.
Prof. Brown: We will also explore some Audience Member: Mr. Ford, if I could
of the more influential developments in just interrupt a moment. You say that the
the fields of thermodynamics, computer is suitable for students, but
electromagnetism, and nuclear physics, don't you think the price of the x420 is
all of which have had significant impacts just too much for most students?
on modern life. Now, I am going to have Mr Ford: Well, that's a fair point. If you
the TAs pass out the syllabus for this don't mind I'd like to tackle your question
class, so you can see how this course will a little bit later in the Q and A section. Is
be graded. that okay?
Matt: Oh man, looks like this isn’t gonna Audience Member: Yes sure.
be the easy A I thought it’d be! Mr Ford: Okay, so as I was saying we
The Office - Presentation Series 5 - have an exciting campaign planned for the
Deferring Questions (C0283) x420. Firstly, we will have a nationwide
Mr. Ford: Now, as we have already television campaign, as well as
discussed there is a huge untapped advertising on radio and also in many
market out there both in Asia, in other computer publications. We also intend to.
developing markets, and in the more Audience Member: I'm sorry to stop you
mature markets for us to push into. Now Mr. Ford, but do you really think that a
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television campaign is cost effective. I Daily Life - Handyman (C0285)
mean, how much is that going to cost? A: The air conditioning is not working!
Mr Ford: Well I don't have the figures to We need to call a handyman before we
hand, but I'd be happy to discuss those start to fry in here!
figures with you after the presentation. B: Dan is on top of that. I think they are
Okay let me just go on to talk a little more also getting the handyman to fix the
about the exciting campaign we have in bathroom toilet that keeps clogging up.
store. A: That would be convenient. They might
Daily Life - Tune Up (C0284) as well ask him to fix the electrical wiring.
A: Welcome to Al’s Garage. What seems The circuit breakers keep going out all the
to be the problem? time. It’s really annoying!
B: No problem at all! I am taking a long B: Yeah you are right. This office is falling
road trip and I want to make sure my car apart! Frank told me the other day that
is in good mechanical condition. the gutters outside were clogged and
A: Very wise decision. When was the last that’s why the parking lot was flooded.
time you had a tune up? A: I know! I was in ankle deep water
B: Not that long ago, I think it was four trying to get to my car that day! The
months ago. handyman definitely has his work cut out
A: We usually recommend that you bring for him.
your car in every five thousand The Office - Presentation Series 6 -
kilometers. Addressing the Audience (C0286)
B: Why? I mean, what exactly do you do Mr. Ford: The campaign that we have in
to a car that you need to check it so often? store for the x420 is exciting, imaginative
A: First of all, we change the motor oil and revolutionary. We have spent two
and oil filter. If you don’t do this, it can years listening to and responding to
cause your engine to wear faster and that feedback from customers and staff alike.
means you would probably have to Mr. Ford: I would like to say that without
change the pistons and intake valves. the assistance and support of each and
B: I see. What else? every one of you we really could not have
A: We also check your spark plugs, fuel devised this campaign. I'd like to take my
filter, and other oil levels such as hat off and really thank you all for the
hydraulic fluid. We also check the clutch wonderful work you've done so far, not
and brakes to determine when you will only in helping support our marketing
need new ones. efforts, but also in your continuing your
B: Ok, well, when you put it that way, it commitment to Alpha computers.
doesn’t seem like a waste of time and Mr. Ford: There's no doubt in my mind
money. that we have a great workforce here and
A: Trust me, regular tune ups will keep together we can really push Alpha
your car running smoothly and avoid computers to a whole new level of
break downs. success.
Mr. Ford: On the subject of the campaign
let me ask you all a question. How do we
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define the perfect lap-top? Is it about sweetheart, didn’t really work out
affordability, quality, speed, reliability? between us, but I really can’t complain
What do you look for in a consumer? Well, either.
I believe the answer lies in a combination A: That’s good. Have you seen Frank? I
of all of these elements. was hoping he would come tonight.
Mr. Ford: Our campaign will really C: You didn’t hear? Frank passed away
hammer home the point that the x420 is a last year.
state-of-the-art laptop for all of your A: Are you serious?
computing needs. With our television C: Nah! I’m just yanking your chain. He’ll
campaign we hope to really reach out to a be here soon. I saw him just last week
huge audience. and he told me he would show up.
Mr. Ford: We have a great ad campaign The Weekend - Getting A
planned focusing on the fantastic USP' s of Tattoo (C0288)
the x420. We have hired one of the best A: I have made up my mind. I am getting
PR companies to work with us on the a tattoo.
campaign, and have already completed B: Really? Are you sure?
three separate TV adverts, all focusing on A: Yeah! Why not? They are trendy and
one key feature of the x420. look great! I want to get a dragon on my
Mr. Ford: I'm excited to say that today, arm or maybe a tiger on my back.
for the first time, we will unveil to all of B: Yeah but, it is something that you will
you here the first of these have forever! They use indelible ink that
advertisements! can only be removed with laser
Daily Life - High School treatment. On top of all that, I have heard
Reunion (C0287) it hurts a lot!
A: I hate coming to high school reunions. A: Really?
B: It will be great honey. We will get to B: Of course! They use this machine with
see your old classmates and catch up to a needle that pokes your skin and inserts
see how they have been doing. the ink.
A: Yeah I guess so. Oh look! There is A: Oh, I didn’t know that! I thought they
Robert Matthews! Rob! just paint it on your skin or something.
C: Hey Bill! Wow great to see you! B: I think you should reconsider and do
A: Likewise! It’s been a long time! This is some more research about tattoos. Also,
my wife Dorthy. find out where the nearest tattoo parlor is
C: Pleasure to meet you. So Bill, how and make sure they used sterilized
have you been? needles, and that the place is hygienic.
A: Can’t complain! We have 2 children A: Maybe I should just get a tongue
who are in college and my business is piercing!
going well. What about you? The Office - Presentation Series 7 -
C: Ah you know me! I am a dedicated Handling Technical Problems (C0289)
bachelor. I never married although I do Mr. Ford: Okay, so if we could dim the
have a beautiful daughter with Mary, you lights Jonathan, we can kick-off with the
remember her? We were high school first TV advert. Please note that we are
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still in the early days with this advert, so her. Is there anything particular that you
it might seem a bit rough round the edges. have in mind?
Okay, so. just need to click this and the Mark: No, not really... I'm completely at a
advert should pop up on the screen... loss.
Mr. Ford: Hmmmmmm. Sorry about this. Shop assistant: Well, you can give her a
Bear with me me a second. There seems set of pearl earrings, or this beautiful
to be a problem with the projector. Let me heart-shaped pendant. What is her
see. could you lend a hand a second? favorite gemstone?
Jonathan: It looks like the projector is not Mark: That purple one. I’m sorry...I've
recognizing the computer. Let me check never bought jewelery for anyone and I’m
the connection a second... Well the kind of nervous.
connection seems okay, and the computer Shop assistant: Don’t worry, we
is running normally. specialize in providing our customers a
Mr. Ford: Okay. Sorry guys. Obviously a relaxed, pressure-free shopping
problem with the system. Let's just reboot environment. That stone is an amethyst.
and start over. Let's see if this resolves We have a range of beautiful amethyst
the issue. pieces. Take a look at this bracelet. It’s
Jonathan: Right, lets try again. No, still 18K rose-gold, studded with amethyst
nothing Michael. There might be a and blue topaz. It’s a great statement
technical issue with the projector. I think piece.
maybe the projector has overheated. We Mark: Oh...wow. That’s really pretty. Jess
might need to cool it down for ten would love that. But... I was thinking of
minutes and start again. I'll call IT something a little more delicate, perhaps
support to come over right now. a necklace?
Mr. Ford: Okay guys. Unfortunately Shop assistant: We have this beautiful
technical problems do crop up from time platinum pendant, or you could also get
to time, don't they? But it's not a huge her a locket. You could also get her a
problem. In the meantime while the IT timepiece---it's both glamorous yet
guys get to work on that I can talk a little functional. If you tell me a little more
bit more about the advertising concept about your girlfriend, maybe I can help
and what we are looking to achieve you find something for her.
overall with this campaign. Mark: Jess? Well, she’s very smart, and
The Weekend - Buying has a great sense of humor. She’s very
Jewelery (C0290) feminine...
Shop assistant: Good afternoon, sir, is Shop assistant: Perhaps you could give
there anything I can help you with today? her a ring?
Mark: umm... yeah!I’m looking for a nice Mark: Well...actually...I was thinking
gift to give my girlfriend. Our fifth about asking Jess to marry me...I've just
anniversary’s next Friday. been so nervous.
Shop assistant: Well, I would be happy to Shop assistant: Well sir, I believe your
assist you in choosing the perfect gift for fifth anniversary is a great time to
propose!
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Mark: Okay, I’ve decided. I’m going to pop Andrea: Gosh, I’m so hungry! Let’s call
the question! the waitress over!
Shop assistant: Fabulous! We should look The Office - Presentation Series 8 -
at engagement rings then! Now that’s a Common Presentation
whole other section. Mistakes (C0292)
Daily Life - Ordering Chinese Mr. Ford: So as I mentioned previously
Food (C0291) the campaign advertisement will focus on
Waitress: Hi, welcome to Happy Buddah! those key elements that every consumer
Can I get you anything to drink? looks for in a quality laptop: affordability,
Manny: A Coke for me, please. quality, speed and reliability. We have
Andrea: I’ll have a Sprite. pulled out all the stops to produce a
Waitress: Okay, I’ll go get that for you. product that really rivals all our
Are there any questions with the menu? competitors.
Andrea: Do you use MSG? Mr. Ford: Actually, just to illustrate my
Waitress: No ma’am, we are MSG-free. point let me give you an anecdote here. I
Andrea: Oh man, I haven’t had Chinese remember last year I was playing golf
food in so long! I want everything! This with one of our key suppliers. It was a
place has the BEST sesame chicken. lovely summer afternoon. Anyway, I
Manny: Yeah, I’ve been craving Chinese invited our supplier for a game of golf,
for such a long time. I used to get take- and wanted to get his input on the new
out all the time. It’s definitely been a x420.
while. Let’s start off with some crab Mr. Ford: Actually, I often get together
rangoon. with him for a good game of golf. It really
Andrea: Ooh yeah, that sounds good. I is a wonderful way to relax. To be honest,
think I’m going to get the sesame chicken I'm not that great at golf, but I have
with fried rice, a spring roll, and egg drop improved in the last few years. But the
soup. key to golf is practice, practice, practice.
Manny: It’s so tempting to order I've lost my thread. What was I talking
everything on the menu, it all looks so about again?
appetizing! I think I’ll get General Tso’s Jonathan: I think you were discussing the
chicken, hot and sour soup, fried campaign advertisement Michael.
wontons, and white rice. Mr. Ford: Yes, excuse me. I'm afraid I got
Andrea: Aren’t you supposed to be on a side-tracked there. Yes anyway, the
diet? You should at least get brown rice. campaign. Well, erm. let me see. Is the
Manny: I don’t think so! I hate brown projector working yet Jonathan?
rice, and I’m so sick of eating healthy all Jonathan: No sorry, IT are still fixing it.
the time. I’ve been eating so much salad I Mr. Ford: Ahh okay, erm... all the
swear I’ve forgotten what meat tastes information on the campaign is on the
like! There’s no better remedy than some PowerPoint. I haven't actually got my
nice, greasy, calorie-laden Chinese food. I notes with me...ermlet me see, erm.....
might even get an order of broccoli beef! Audience Member: Mr. Ford, could you at
least tell us the schedule for the
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campaign? When are the first These are slightly stronger in flavor and
advertisements scheduled for? cover a wide range of uses. Co-jack
Mr. Ford: That's a good question. cheese, a blend of Colby and Monterrey
Unfortunately I erm...don't have that jack is one of the most popular. This
information on me. I will have to get back allows the sharper flavor of Colby to be
to you on that point. combined with the milder jack cheese,
Jonathan: Okay Michael, the projector is and also melts better than plain Colby.
fixed. I think we're ready. Grilled cheese sandwiches often use
Mr. Ford: Thank goodness. Okay American cheese, and Mexican cheeses
everyone, sorry for the delay. So without such as Asadero and Queso Fresco are
further ado the new x420 marketing becoming more popular.
campaign! Enjoy! oh ermmm. I'm terribly A: Hard cheeses include Parmesan,
sorry, this is not the advert, this is my Romano, Asiago, Swiss, Gruyere and
golfing holiday in Barbados. I think I must others. Parmesan and Romano are most
have brought the wrong file. Can we take familiar as the grated powder used to top
five? spaghetti, but they are also used as
Advanced Media - Cheese accompaniments for fruit, wine, nuts and
Lovers (F0293) other appetizer items. Swiss is a popular
A: Hello everyone my name is Laurie and sandwich cheese and melts well, unlike
I want to welcome you to this course. We some other hard cheeses.
will learn all about one of the oldest yet Daily Life - Picking A
most delicious foods on this planet; University (C0294)
cheese! Let’s get started! A: I've never heard of AmLion College.
A: Cheese is usually categorized intofour Could you...
types: soft, semi- soft semi-hard and hard. B: Of course sir, let me give you a brief
The designation refers to the amount of overview. AmLion College is located in
moisture in the cheese, which directly the center of New York city. The school
affects its texture. Making cheese is an covers a wide range of academic subjects;
ancient practice, dating back thousands of and eighty percent of the courses are
years, and the home cheese maker can transferable to other state universities.
usually find recipes for cheese that falls And, last year AmLion College was
into any of the four categories. ranked number one in terms of graduate
A: Soft cheese includes cottage cheese, employment.
cream cheese, ricotta, brie, bleu, A: Interesting, and what about the tuition
roquefort, mozzarella, meunster and fees, then?
similar cheeses. These cheeses generally B: You'll be looking at somewhere around
pair well with fruit or meats, or can be fifteen thousand US dollars per semester.
used as breakfast cheeses in an omelette A: Okay, well.
Nor as pasta fillings. They are usually B: And, did I mention our on-campus
mildly flavored and very high in moisture. housing? Students can stay in our newly
A: American, Colby, co-jack and similar renovated dorms for as little as three
cheeses are inthe semi-soft category. thousand dollars per month!
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A: Sounds good. Well. I'll just grab one of we've discussed today, and hopefully it
your flyers. will provide you with the same
B: Sir, you got the wrong flyer. Sir, sir! inspiration that it gives me.
The Office - Presentation Series 9 - Mr. Ford: As the great Henry Ford once
Summary and Conclusion (C0295) said " Quality means doing it right, when
Mr. Ford: Right everyone. I apologize that no one is looking" Well, in fact our
I can't show you the marketing campaign customers are looking; they are looking
today, but next week you will all have the for us to lead the way and to give them
opportunity to see if for yourselves, and I the quality that our competitors cannot.
have no doubt that you will be impressed. We cannot let them down!
Let me wrap up the presentation by Global View - Vegan Or
summarising my key points. Vegetarian? (C0296)
Mr. Ford: As I mentioned at the outset, A: Hey Julie, you want to go grab
2010 represents a key year for Alpha something to eat?
computers. The recession is hopefully B: Sure! What do you feel like having?
behind us. It is clear to everyone in the A: I really feel like having a big juicy
computer industry that demand is steak!
booming, especially in the developing B: Oh. ok. I don’t eat meat, but that’s fine,
markets. I am sure wherever we are going they will
Mr. Ford: If we are to succeed in this have other options right?
ultra-competitive field then we really A: I didn’t know you were a vegetarian!
need to push forward and offer our B: I’m not, I am a vegan.
customers products that meet their needs A: A what?
on all levels. As I hope I have illustrated, B: A vegan. I don’t eat or use any animal
the x420 represents the kind of computer based products. I don’t wear leather, eat
that can really satisfy those needs. eggs, drink milk or anything that comes
Mr. Ford: I gave you an idea of the kind of from an animal. I used to be a pescatarian
revenue we expect to hit in 2010 with the before, which basically means you don’t
new x420 range, and believe me, this is eat meat, but still have fish and seafood.
really just the beginning. Once we A: Wow! That’s interesting! It must be
establish the x420 in the market we have tough!
plans to continue to expand our range B: It’s a bit difficult to find vegetarian
with ever more revolutionary and friendly restaurants sometimes, but since
impressive products. more and more people are vegetarians or
Mr. Ford: Alpha computers is dedicated vegans nowadays, it’s getting a bit less
to innovation and improvement. I really difficult.
see no limit to our potential as long as we The Weekend - Ordering At An Italian
stick to the principles I stressed earlier: Restaurant (C0297)
quality, excellence and service. A: Good evening ladies. My name is Josh
Mr. Ford: Before we move on to the Q and and I'll be your server tonight. May I take
A section I'd really like to leave you with a your order?
quote that really sums up everything that B: Do you have any recommendations?
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A: Well, I personally like the chicken Frank: Ermmm, Mr Ford. Could you
penne with cream mushroom sauce, but elaborate on the actual technical details of
the prawn fettuccine is also very nice. the x420 a little more?
B: Hmm. I'd like to have the grilled Mr. Ford: I'd love to but I think we are a
chicken, but can I have spaghetti instead little pressed for time right now. However
of penne? Jonathan has all the technical specs for
A: Of course, mam. And for you? you on the powerpoint presentation,
C: I... ah..I'll have the horse tripe. which you can look over in your own
The Office - Presentation Series 10 - time.
The Q and A Session (C0298) Marcie: Mr. Ford. One final question.
Jonathan: Well everyone, I'm sure you'd Would you like to join me for a game of
like to join me in thanking Michael for golf this Sunday?
what was a really inspirational Daily Life - Returning A
presentation. Sincere thanks Michael. Product (C0299)
Jonathan: Now, I'm sure many of you will A: Hi I would like to return this TV.
be keen to ask some questions, so I'd like B: Sure, do you have the receipt?
to open it up a Q and A session. Please A: Yeah here you go. Actually I also want
raise your hand if you have any questions to return this keyboard.
at all. Janice, go ahead. B: Ok, may I ask what is the reason for
Janice: Yes thank you Jonathan. I would returning these products?
just like to go back to the comment Mr. A:: The TV flickers a lot when I am
Ford made in regards to our competitors, watching a movie and at times the image
particularly Orange. Now as you know, is not very clear.
Orange has established themselves as the B: I see, and what about the keyboard?
market leader in the high-end lap-top A: I spilled some coffee on it and now it
market. won’t work.
Janice: How does Mr. Ford expect to B: I am sorry sir, but we can only
compete with a company that has such a exchange or refund defective products,
huge reputation and huge resources? we cannot take responsibility for misuse
Mr. Ford: Well Janice, first of all, thanks or damages.
for a very good question. I think you have A: Fine! I don’t know why they make
hit the nail on the head actually. Orange these things so delicate anyways.
are the global leaders precisely because of Daily Life - Online Dating (C0300)
their size and power. A: Do you want to hang out tomorrow?
Mr. Ford: But, although we can't compete B: Oh, I can’t. I have a date!
in terms of size I do believe we hold an A: Really? Wow with who?
advantage in terms of dedication to B: This girl I’ve been chatting with forthe
customer service. Yes, I admit this is a past couple of months. She’s really cool
David and Goliath battle,but don't forget and she’s driving over here this weekend.
who won that contest. A: Wait a minute, you mean you met her
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B: Yeah! I signed up for a website called B: Yes and no. I can’t wait to go to
match. and it is great! You fill in all your Europe, but at the same time I am
details and preferences, like if you are a terrified.
smoker or if you have any pets. Then you A: Why?
find people that have similar B: Well, I have aerophobia. I have a
characteristics and you can email them or chronic fear of flying.
chat. A: Oh really? I have an uncle who is also
A: That is kind of weird! What if she is a terrified of flying. It’s not that bad though,
psycho or something like that? I mean, it is pretty scary to be in this big
B: It’s the same as meeting people machine flying through the air at seven
anywhere and dating them! I am just tired hundred miles per hour. I actually have
of going to bars or being set up for dates arachnophobia.
by my friends! I think this is a really cool B: You’re scared of spiders? I actually
alternative, especially if you are a bit shy. have two more phobias. Acrophobia and
A: I guess it does seem logical. I’ll have to glossophobia.
check it out! A: I guess that explains why you are
The Weekend - Vampires (C0301) afraid of flying, but public speaking is not
A: You want to go tothe movies tonight? that bad.
B: Sure! What’s playing? B: Are you kidding? When I get on stage,
A: The new Twilight movie! my palms start to sweat, I get really
B: Twilight? As inthe vampire movies? No nervous and I can hardly speak.
way I am watching that. I don’t A: Well, I must confess I am a bit
understand why everyone isso excited claustrophobic. I hate being in an elevator
about these films about vampires. It for more than 5 seconds.
doesn’t make sense. B: We are such weirdos right?
A: Of course it does. It’s like a modern Daily Life - Mexican Food (C0303)
tale of Romeo and Juliet. You have a A: Hello sir, welcome to Pistolera
couple that is in love but can’t be together restaurant. May I take your order?
because they are so different. Add in the B: Yes, I would like the chicken cheese
fact that immortality and super human enchiladas with a side of guacamole.
strengthis really sexy and there you have A: I’m sorry sir, but we ran out of chicken.
it! Plus the cast is hip, young people that May I suggest our delicious beef burritos
make the movie even more enticing. or cheese quesadillas? Both include a side
B: I don’t buy into that. I think it’s just a of guacamole and jalapenos.
fad. Pretty soon this will pass and B: Sure I’ll have the burrito.. Do you have
everyone will be into werewolves or nachos?
zombies! A: Of course sir. Our nachos come with
Global View - Phobias (C0302) melted cheese and chili.
A: Are you excited about your trip next B: Sounds good.
month? A: Would you like anything to drink?
B: Sure, I’ll have a Corona.

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Daily Life - Neat Freak (C0304) B: Got it! OK, I’m gonna give it a go. Oh
A: Ugg, this bathroom is a pigsty! no! My ball went in the gutter!
B: Helen, why do you keep flushing the A: I told you, its harder than you think.
toilet? What's wrong? Now let a pro show you how it’s done.
A: I just can't stand it. It's really gross in The Weekend - Pick Up Lines (C0306)
here! There's a stain on the toilet seat, A: Let’s got out tomorrow night. We can
and the floor was wet and slippery. So I go to a bar and try to find you a girlfriend.
cleaned it! B: I don’t think that’s a good idea. I am
B: You did what? Helen, I know it's gross, just not good with approaching someone
but I've seen many public washrooms that and starting up a conversation.
are much worse. Why are you cleaning A: Maybe you just need a few pick up
the counter top? are you out of your lines,you know, break the ice.
mind? B: Pick up lines don’t work!
A: I can't help myself; it's just so A: Come on! You can just walk up to a
disgusting in here! girl and say: “If you were a booger I'd pick
B: Helen, this is not like your own you first.”
bathroom. Just leave it to the B: What? Come on! That’s just lame! No
cleaners,okay? girl would fall for that!
A: Hang on. I'm just gonna quickly wipe A: Fine, then you can say: “So there you
the sink and sweep the floor. are! I've been looking all over for YOU, the
B: You're such a neat freak! I'm outta woman of my dreams!”
here! B: That’s a good one! I think that’s pretty
The Weekend - Bowling (C0305) funny.
A: Alright, so the first thing that you need A: Yeah, so you make her laugh, you make
to know about bowling is that you should a fool of yourself a little bit and then you
never cross that line where the lane buy her a drink.
begins. B: Ok, how does this sound: “I was so
B: Why not? enchanted by your beauty that I ran into
A: Because they polish and oil it to make that wall over there. So I am going to need
the ball slide down. If you step there you your name and number for insurance
will slip and fall. purposes.”
A: OK, so I got my bowling shoes, my ball, A: Nice! Let’s go!
our names on the scorecard, so now, how The Office - Small Talk Series - Showing
the heck do I play this? Interest (C0307)
A: You throw the ball down the lane and Tina: Hey Michelle, this is my friend
try to knock down all the pins. If you do, James. He's visiting Shanghai from New
that is called a strike. If you don’t knock York.
them all down on the first try, then you Michelle: Oh, hi James. Nice to meet you.
get a chance to get the spare. After ten So, uh. you visiting for business or
frames, we add up the points and see who pleasure?
has the most. Three hundred is a perfect
score, but very hard to get.
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James: Well, actually a little of both. I'm A: I see, so what are we having? Chicken?
meeting some business contacts but I'm B: There are many amazing dishes to
also taking some Mandarin classes too. choose from. We can havesome chicken
Michelle: That's cool! How's it going? tikka masalawhich is an amazing curry.
James: Well, I'm finding the classes pretty It’s a bit spicy, but I think you can handle
tough actually, but I'm having a great time it.
in Shanghai. It's really an amazing city. A: Sounds good! I have always heard that
Michelle: It sure is. Are you staying for Indian spices give a rich flavor to food.
long? B: Yeah. Also, we can have some Naan
James: Only two weeks unfortunately. I bread which is baked in a tandoori oven.
wish I could stay longer but. Since you don’t use any utensils to eat,
Michelle: Well listen, if you need you can use this bread to scoop upthe
someone to show youthe sights then just curry or rice.
call me. I'm having a little get together at A: What about veggies?
my new apartment next week so if you B: They have a good variety of vegetable
want to drop bythen. based dishes like palak paneer, vegetable
James: That sounds great. I'd love to! Let samosas or Daal.
me take down your number Michelle. A: It all sounds exquisite! I can’t wait!
Daily Life - Boxers and Briefs (C0308) The Office - Small Talk 2 (C0310)
A: Lily, I found a pair of men's boxers in James: So Michelle, let me introduce you
the laundry machine this morning! to Maria. She's my colleague from Brazil.
B: What?! That's weird. Are they your Maria, this is Michelle.
boyfriend's? Maria: Hi Michelle. So what do you do
A: Nah, Kevin only wears briefs. Plus, this here in Shanghai? I mean, what work do
pair is extra small! you do?
B: What do they look like? Michelle: I work in advertising right now.
A: They're light blue with thin pink How about you?
stripes... Oh, and there's a Snoopy on it Maria: I'm actually inthe wine business.
which is hilarious, hahah... Michelle: That sounds really great. I love
B: Those are my undies! wine myself! Is this your first time to
Global View - Indian Food (C0309) Shanghai Maria?
A: So where is this mystery restaurant Maria: No actually, I often visit. I usually
that we are going to? come to China for business at least once a
B: It’s an Indian restaurant! I know you year. Also, I love the restaurants in
have never had Indian food, so I thought Shanghai, so that's a good reason to come.
you might want to try. Michelle: Me too. Actually, there's a great
A: That sounds great! I am craving some Brazilian restaurant I recommend. I
type of beef dish. mean, the food is delicious butthe service
B: Well, Indian cuisine actually doesn't isn't so good. I often like to get together
serve beef. You see, cows are a sacred with friends and have a great barbecue
animal, a very important element inthe there.
Hindu religion, so beef is not eaten. James: We should go together some time.
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Michelle: Wonderful idea! I'd love that! B: That’s strong! This is going to get me
The Office - Sorry I'm Late (C0311) wasted!
Maggie Gao: Okay everyone, shall we C: That’s the idea!
begin? The Office - Small talk 3 (C0313)
Bill: Sorry Maggie, but we are missing a Grace: Hey Michelle! Is that you?
few people. Can we hang on a sec? Michelle: Wow, Grace! Long time no see!
Maggie Gao: Well, I did say eleven o’clock Where have you been?
sharp, and it’s now five past so…. Grace: Oh yeah. Well you see I got a
James: Hi everyone, I’m so sorry I’m late. promotion, so I moved tothe new Pudong
It’s raining cats and dogs outside and I office last September.
had to wait ages for a taxi. Michelle: You did? Congratulations!
Maggie Gao: Okay James, take a seat Grace: Thanks a lot. So how are things
quickly please. Right, the subject ofthe with you Michelle?
meeting is. Michelle: Well, same old same oldyou
Sally: Hi guys. Please excuse me ,I was know. Nothing much has changed here.
held up in traffic. Grace: Are you still seeing Chris?
Maggie Gao: Right, as I was saying the Michelle: No, actually we split up last
subject ofthe m… month.
Bruno: Hi Maggie. I’m terribly sorry. The Grace: Oh dear. I'm sorry to hear that.
traffic is murder out there. Michelle: But I met a really cute guy last
Maggie Gao: Sit down Bruno! Okay now, night at a networking party so, ….....well,
as you are aware, the topic for this let's just wait and see......
meeting is ‘The importance of being Grace: Good for you Michelle!
punctual’. Who would like to start? Daily Life - Making A Collect
The Weekend - Ordering Call (C0314)
Drinks (C0312) A: This isthe operator, how may I help
A: What Can I get you? you?
B: I’ll have a Cosmo please. B: Yes, I would like to make a collect call.
C: Dude! You can’t order a Cosmo! That’s A: Ok sir, please dial the number. Now
a ladies drink, you’re embarrasing me! please state your name.
B: What are you talking about? It’s a B: Tommy.
good drink! A: Please wait a moment. Hello, you have
C: It’s too soft! Order something with a a collect call from Tommy. Would you like
little more kick to it! to accept the charges?
B: Fine! I’ll have a sex on the beach. C: Yes of course.
C: You have to be kidding me! A: Dad?
B: Come on! It’s delicious! Especially C: Yeah Tommy, what happened are you
when served in a pineapple or coconut. ok?
C: Forget it, I’m ordering for you. I’ll have A: Yeah dad everything is ok. I’m calling
a Scotch on the rocks and my friend here you because I want to know if it’s ok for
will have a Manhattan. Put it on my tab. me to go to my friend’s house today after
Here now this is a real drink! school.
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C: Yeah sure no problem. You scared me Melanie: Woo, okay back up a second
to death! I’ve told you to make a collect Tracy. That’s too direct. Can I suggest you
call in case of an emergency only! Why say, " please note thatfinal payment is due
didn’t you call me from your mobile two working weeks before publication?
phone? You don’t want to offend her.
B: I ran out of credit and I also didn’t Tracy: Oops okay. You are right. Then I
have twenty five cents N forthe payphone. can just end with “All the best, Tracy”
Sorry dad. Melanie: Hmmmm, maybe, but I’d play it
The Office - Sending A Quote Via safeand just finish with “Yours Sincerely”.
Email (C0315) That’s more professional.
Tracy: Melanie, can you help me with Tracy: Oh, Melanie you are a life saver,
something? We need to finalize the thank you!
account with the Mexican Embassy and, I Daily Life - Small Talk Series 4 -
need some advice on phrasing this letter Discussing Recent
correctly in English. Workevents (C0316)
Melanie: Sure Tracy, let me just get my Jeremy: Hi Michelle. Do you need to
laptop. all set. usethe photocopier?
Tracy: Okay, so……. toWhom It May Michelle: Oh hi Jeremy. No please, go
Concern, I am writing. ahead. So how are you Jeremy? I was
Melanie: Um, Tracy? I think that’s a little talking to Linda about you only last week.
too formal. I know you want to be polite Jeremy: Oh I'm fine thanks. I'm super
but you’ve already made contact with busy with work actually. Did you hear
them, so in English you can be more about the Lawson contract?
relaxed inthe opening…. Michelle: No, tell me more.
Tracy: Okay, more relaxed. Got it…. Hey Jeremy: Well, I was discussing the
Sally, what’s up? It’s Tracy here, just. contract with Bill and he said that they
Melanie: Okay Tracy, now it’s too metthe head of Lawsons last week.
relaxed! You’ve still got to show some Michelle: And.
respect. How about starting with “Dear Jeremy: And hopefully they are going to
Ms. Cooper, I’m writing to confirm…? confirm the deal on Wednesday, fingers
Tracy: Great, okay. “Dear Miss Cooper, crossed
I’m writing to confirm the final quotation Michelle: That's great news Jeremy.
forthe full page back cover color Congratulations! Anyway, I must get back,
advertisement you requested forthe but give my regards to your wife Monica.
spring issue of Voila magazine. Jeremy: I will Michelle. Speak to you
Melanie: That’s great…. soon.
Tracy: “ The final costing, including The Office - First Paycheck (C0317)
advert design and production, comes to Emily: Hey, Susan. Have you got a sec? I
forty-five thousand six hundred RMB. We have some questions about my paycheck.
want payment ten working days before Susan: You bet, Emily. Pull up a chair.
publication or we will cancel the ad. Emily: Well, this is my first paycheck here
Thanks for…” inthe States and there are a few things I
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don’t understand. First off, what is this Susan: No problem! All those deductions
FICA, and SUI Y tax, and why are there do add up, and nobody’s net pay is as high
deductions both for Medicare and for my as they’d like. I can understand why you’d
health insurance plan? want some explanation.
Susan: OK, let’s start from the top of your Emily: Yeah, I guess it’s the same in the
pay stub. This number here represents UK, I just never paid much attention. See
your gross pay. you later!
Emily: Yes, that’s easy enough to Global View - Allergies (C0318)
understand. Jim: Argh...I feel terrible, I keep sneezing
Susan: Then here we have a series of and my eyes are all watery, what’s wrong
deductions. First off are the federal ones. with me?
FICA stands for Federal Insurance Tom: Wow, you’re not dying are you, it
Contribution Act, or something like that. looks like you have a cold, you should
It’s your federal income tax. And then take some medicine.
there’s Social Security and Medicare, Jim: I don’t think it’s a cold, I feel fine if I
which are both federal programs to help move a few feet away from my desk.
you out after you retire or if you were Tom: Maybe we should put you into
unable to work. quarantine ha ha, jokes aside, I think you
Emily: All right, I see. So the Medicare might have an allergy.
isn’t actually a health insurance I can use Jim: An allergy? I never thought about
now. that, I don’t think I’m allergic to pollen
Susan: That’s right. Below the federal though and I’m desensitized to bee stings
deductions are the state deductions. after being stung so many times, Hmm…
There’s the state income tax, and then this Jim: Ow! Why did you chuck that peanut
SUI SDItax you were asking about is at me?
paying into an unemployment and Tom: Just checking if you’re allergic to
disability fund that our state has set up, peanuts, I guess not.
but you can see it’s a pretty small quantity Jim: Not funny! I could have gone into
that they take. Anaphylactic Shock.
Emily: Yeah, I don’t mind giving them a Tom: Okay my bad, how about dust? This
dollar fifty for that. So there are two office is full of it.
separate income taxes – one at a state Jim: Yes the whole is office is dusty yet I
level and one at a federal level? only feel affected near our desks!
Susan: That’s right. Not all states have an Cat: Meow meow meow
income tax. Some use higher property Jim: You brought your cat into the office?!
taxes or sales taxes instead. Tom: Yes, it’s Mr Snuffle’s birthday today,
Emily: I see. All right, well I think I didn’t want him to be alone on his
everything else I can figure out on my special day!
own. The deductions for health insurance Jim: ACHOO! Argh put it away ACHOO!
and my 401(K) are pretty self- Tom: I guess we found the problem, your
explanatory. Thanks for your help, Susan. allergic to cats!

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Daily Life - Small Talk 5 - Brief Talk Mindy: Graduate Management Admission
With A Stranger (C0319) Test, it contains three parts; Analytical
Older gentleman: Oh dear Miss, you are Writing Assessment, the Quantitative
soaked! Wow, it's really raining heavily section, and the Verbal section. Not only
outside. does the test mark you on the number of
Michelle: Yes, it sure is. I had to run here questions answered but also on the
from work! I need to rush as I'm on my difficulty.
lunch break. Ash: Okay this sounds a little tough, how
Older gentleman: Well please, why don't am I supposed to practice for this?
you go ahead of me in line? I'm in no Mindy: Up to you, you could have a one
hurry. on one session with a tutor or group
Michelle: Oh, that's so nice of you! Thank sessions, you can also use free or private
you very much. computer software. Going to church
Older gentleman: My pleasure Miss. might help as well!
Actually, could you recommend what to Ash: No matter what I do I’m going to ace
eat here? I've never been here before. this test and go on to become a corporate
Michelle: Sure. Well, the avocado fat cat!
sandwich is delicious, and it's the Mindy: Umm…That’s the spirit!
healthiest thing on the menu. Personally, I Global View - Thai Food (C0321)
think the beef salad is the tastiest choice. I A: What did you cook?
usually get that. Also, the milkshakes are B: Well, as you know I was in Thailand
the best milkshakes in town! last month, and I took a cooking class! So I
Older gentleman: Well, thanks for the prepared some of my favorite dishes.
suggestions. A: Great idea! As long as I don’t get food
Michelle: Oh, don't mention it. poisoning! So what is onthe menu
Global View - Taking The tonight?
GMAT (C0320) B: Ok, for starters we have Tom Yam
Ash: I can’t seem to progress up the soup. It’s a bit spicy, but really good!
career ladder no matter how hard I try A: This is delicious! The ginger and
and I have been here for 2 years already! lemongrass really gives it a nice taste!
Mindy: Well, have you thought of getting B: Now this next dish is one of the most
an MBA? I heard it does wonders in famous. Foreigners call it papaya salad
getting you to the top. butthe proper name is Tom Sam. It is a
Ash: An MBA hey… well my degree spicy salad made from a mix of fresh
wasn’t in business, the business schools vegetables including shredded unripened
won’t be interested in me. papaya and tomato.
Mindy: Nonsense! The business schools A: This is delicious! The combination of
measure your ability through a test sour and spicy is really interesting! I
called GMAT. could have this everyday!
Ash: GMAT? What does that stand for and B: Ok, now forthe last and best dish in my
what will the test contain? opinion. This is called Pad Thai. It’s stir-
fried noodles with eggs, fish sauce,
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tamarind juice, red chili pepper plus bean urgent, I can put you on a waiting list for
sprouts, shrimp and tofu and garnished another flight this evening, but it’s on a
with crushed peanuts and coriander. It’s first come first served basis, so there is no
practically Thailand’s national dish! guarantee that you will be able to take
A: Wow, this is great! I never knew Thai that flight.
food was so creative and delicious! B: What’s my other option?
B: Wantsome more? A: If you can wait until tomorrow, we will
A: I’m stuffed! put youup in a hotel for today and you can
The Office - Small Talk 6 - Talking take scheduled flight for tomorrow
About Yourself (C0322) morning.
Michelle: Excuse me, is this seat taken? B: That’s fine. I’ll do that then.
Stranger: No, please feel free. A: Thank you for your understanding sir.
Michelle: Thanks a lot. I will book your flight now.
Stranger: Do you work in Shanghai? Global View - Thanksgiving
Michelle: Yes I do. How about you? Dinner (C0324)
Stranger: No, I'm a tourist. This place is A: So what are you doing for
amazing! It's much bigger than I Thanksgiving?
imagined, and much more exciting! B: Not much really. It’s more of an
There's so much to see here. American tradition, so back home we
Michelle: You can say that again! It's don’t really celebrate it. In fact, I am not
much more modern than people imagine. even sure of what exactly is being
Where are you from? celebrated!
Stranger: Um, well let's see.....I'm from A: Well you know, it’s a time to get
Kansas originally. A much quieter and together with all your family and be
more peaceful place than here, that's for thankful for everything!
sure! B: Yeah but, how did this holiday come to
Michelle: Uh huh.... be?
Stranger: But I'm living in Paris right A: Well, the first settlers of Massachusetts
now. arrived there because of religious
Michelle: Oh Paris! Wonderful, I'd love to persecution from England and King
visit some time! James. Once inthe New World, they
Daily Life - Cancelled Flight (C0323) befriended an native named Squanto, who
A: Good afternoon Sir, may I please see taught them how to harvest food from the
your passport and reservation? area such as corn.
B: Here you go. B: Interesting! I am amazed how big and
A: I’m sorry sir, this flight has been delicious thanksgiving dinners are!
cancelled due to some mechanical A: Come to my house for Thanksgiving!
problems. We are having turkey, pumpkin pie,
B: Cancelled! So what am I supposed to mashed potatoes with gravy, and lots of
do now? stuffing!
A: We apologize for any inconveniences B: Count me in!
that may be caused by this. If your flight is
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The Office - Small Talk 7 - Talking B: So confusing! In my day we got an A or
About A Trip (C0325) B if we were doing well and if we failed an
Jim: Hey Michelle. Good to see you. Are exam we would get an F!
you at lunch? Daily Life - Buying A Pair Of
Michelle: Oh hi Jim. No I just got back. I Jeans (C0327)
thought you were on vacation now. A: Excuse me, can I try on this pair of
Jim: No, I wish I was! I just got back from jeans?
Spain actually. B: Sure. Let me see... I'm afraid we don't
Michelle: Oh wonderful! Have you been have any size eights left.
there before or was it your first time? A: What are you talking about? I'm
Jim: My first time. I've traveled around always a size four. Here, I'll try these.
Europe a lot, but this was my first time to B: They seem a bit too tight. Shall I find
Spain. It was amazing, and the weather you a larger size?
was just beautiful! No rain, and just sun, A: No, they fit fine! They show off my
sun, sun.... curves perfectly!
Michelle: I'm so jealous of you. I've never B: Yeah, your love handles. Yeah, they
been anywhere in Europe. I've always sure do, although... here, you forgot to
dreamed of traveling around and seeing close this button.
the sights. A: Yeah right, I'll do it now...
Jim: Well, I really recommend Spain. You The Office - Small Talk 8 - Talking
really should go.Anyway, it's been great to About Work (C0328)
catch up, but I must be going, this is my Mr. Campbell: Ah Michelle hi. I was
floor. Speak again soon I hope. hoping to see you. How have you been?
Michelle: For sure. Take care. How's the family?
Daily Life - Report Card (C0326) Michelle: Oh hello Mr. Campbell. I'm fine
A: Look, Jimmy’s report came today. and Jack's doing well. How are you?
B: Let’s have a look. What is this? Where Mr. Campbell: I'm fine thanks. I got your
are all the grades? report this morning. Thank's for that. Are
A: He’s in the third grade Sam! You see you joining the conference today?
under each subject that he is being taught Michelle: Yes, I'm leaving at four pm.
in school, he receives a mark from one to Mr Campbell: Good, well we can discuss
three. A one means his achievement or this more then, but I think the figures are
work is excellent. Here in Science for looking very good for this quarter.
example he got a two, which means its Michelle: Yes, me too.
satisfactory. Mr Campbell: I'm planning to discuss the
B: What about here in physical advertising budget at the conference. I
education? don't think we should continue with the
A: He got a three here which means it’s TV advertising.
unsatisfactory. We should work on that Michelle: No, me neither. It's far too
with him. expensive.

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Mr. Campbell: Well, let's discuss this think most of the times they are just scam
more at the conference. Maybe we can artists.
share a taxi there. A: Well historically it is a practice that
Michelle: Yes, sure. many cultures share. Reading the tarot
Daily Life - Going To The cards, in the east they would even read
Bakery (C0329) tea leaves! I even heard that there are
A: Welcome to Al’s Bakery. What can I people that make you smoke a cigar, and
get you? then read your ashes.
B: Hi! Let me get a dozen croissants, four B: All superstitious nonsense! I would
blueberry muffins and a loaf of sourdough still like to go to one and see what he or
bread. she has to say, just for kicks.
A:: Sure. Would you like to have the loaf A: Great! I’ll make an appointment!
sliced? The Office - Small Talk 9 - Talking
B: No, that's OK. Do you have any whole About The Weather (C0331)
wheat bread? Melissa: Hey Michelle, jump in quick. It's
A: We are out at the moment. May I pouring out there!
suggest some rye bread? Michelle: Oh hi Melissa. Are you going to
B: Sure that sounds good. Do you have the conference too? I was planning to pick
any cakes? up Mr. Campbell.
A: We have various birthday cakes and Melissa: Yes, he told me. We need to pick
also ice cream cakes. him up at his hotel and then go to the
B: I’ll just take a cheesecake. conference.
A: Will that be all? Michelle: Oh I see, okay. So I heard you
B: Yes. got married. Congratulations!
A: Your total is forty three dollars and Melissa: Ah thank you! I'm very excited.
twenty cents. We were going to get married next year,
The Weekend - Fortune but then we decided to get married on
Telling (C0330) holiday instead. It was wonderful.
A: Look at this newspaper article about Michelle: That sounds so romantic! Jack
this famous local medium. It says that she and I were hoping to get married in
is really gifted and so popular now, that Europe next year, but we had to postpone
she is booked solid with appointments for our plans. We just don't have the money!
the next twelve months! Melissa: I know what you mean. I think
B: You don’t really believe in all that Shanghai is getting more and more
hocus pocus mumbo jumbo do you? expensive, don't you?
A: Well I have had many friends that Michelle: I sure do. In my opinion it's
went to a psychic and got their palms actually becoming more expensive than
read and most of the things the psychic back home.
told her came true! Melissa: Definitely. Oh there's Mr.
B: Of course it does! They tell you Campbell. Driver can you stop here
general and obvious things like that you please?
will be successful or have a big house. I
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Daily Life - Setting Up Your Voice mail such as blood vessels and veins. Now let’s
Message (C0332) not forget that our lungs provide oxygen
A: Can you help me set up my voicemail to our heart and body to keep us alive!
message? I just got this service and I am Now what about the organs that help us
not really sure what I am supposed to say. digest food?
B: Sure! You just basically gotta let the B: The stomach and intestines!
caller know who they called, and ask A: Very good! Let’s not forget that the
them for their contact information so you stomach is the one that breaks down our
can call them back. food and our intestines process that food
A: Ok, so can I say, “ This is Abby’s and then expel the waste. Are we
voicemail. I will call you later, so leave me forgetting anything?
your name and number”. B: Yeah! Our kidneys, liver and bladder!
B: That’s more or less the idea, but try A: Oh yes, you are right. Very important
something that sounds more friendly. organs indeed.
A: Ok, so how about this, “ This is Abby B: So what do these organs do teacher?
and I am really happy you called! I A: Well, ummm, they...Time for a break!
promise I will give you a ring as soon as I We can talk about it when you get back.
can, so please leave me your name and The Office - Small Talk 10 - General
number. Talk to you soon!”. Talk (C0334)
B: A little too friendly Abby. Just say this, Mr. Campbell: Hi ladies. Thanks for
“ Hi, you have reached Abby. I am unable picking me up. It's awful weather out
to answer your call right now, but if you there!
leave me your name and phone number, I Michelle: Absolutely. It's been raining for
will get back to you as soon as possible. hours.
Thanks”. Mr. Campbell: How are you Melissa? Are
A: That’s perfect! Can you say that again you okay?
and record it for me? Melissa: I'm great thanks, Mr. Campbell.
Global View - Human Anatmoy (C0333) Michelle: Do you have any business trips
A: OK class, so today we are going to planned soon Mr. Campbell?
continue with our anatomy class, today Mr. Campbell: Of course. I'm always
we will review everything we have travelling! I will leave for London next
learned. Can anyone tell me what the first Monday, and then I'll fly to Boston from
major organ is? there. It's going to be a busy month. How
B: The brain! about you Michelle? Any vacation plans?
A: That’s right the brain! It serves as a Michelle: Yes. Mike and I will travel to
control center for the body, handling the Beijing to see Mikes parents for Spring
processes of the central nervous system festival, and hopefully next year we will
as well as cognition. Then what major visit London. I hear it's a wonderful city.
organ is in our chest? Mr. Campbell: I couldn't agree more.
B: The heart! London is really fantastic. It's my favorite
A: Very good! It pumps blood throughout city. I'm sure you'll have a great time.
the body, using the circulatory system
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The Weekend - Going To The B: O-K...
Playground (C0335) A: Hey, honey! Is that you? Don't eat all
A: Hey honey! Where were you? the cookies - I want some, too!
B: I decided to take Kenny to the park Global View - The Night Before
and get some fresh air. Christmas (C0337)
A: How was it? Were there a lot of kids? Twas the night before Christmas, when all
B: It wasn’t too crowded, but we had a through the house
great time! We got on the see-saw Not a creature was stirring, not even a
together, the went on a couple of different mouse;
slides and then I tried to go with him in The stockings were hung bythe chimney
the jungle gym, but I didn’t fit. with care,
A: Sounds like fun! When we go he In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be
always just likes to play in the sandbox. there;
B: Yeah, but today he was really hyper. The children were nestled all snug in their
He even got on the monkey bars and then beds,
he went on to go on the swings for a half And mama in her 'kerchief, and I in my
hour. I’m exhausted! cap,
A: You should go to the park more often Had just settled down for a long winter's
since you don’t go to the gym anymore! nap,
Daily Life - Christmas When out onthe lawn there arose such a
Traditions (C0336) clatter,
A: What are you doing awake? I sprang from the bed to see what wasthe
B: I can't sleep... matter.
A: But it's almost midnight! Away tothe window I flew like a flash,
B: Exactly. I'm too excited for Christmas Tore open the shutters and threw up the
morning. Also, I thought I heard Santa. sash.
A: Really? How do you know it was The moon onthe breast ofthe new-fallen
Santa? snow
B: Well I heard that naughty boys and Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects
girls get coal in their stockings, so I below,
thought I'd be nice and make Santa When, what to my wondering eyes should
cookies. I even left out some milk. I heard appear,
someone in the kitchen eating the But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny
cookies, so I came downstairs! reindeer,
A: Hmm... well I know that Santa won't With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
come down the chimney with you hiding I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.
behind the tree, spying on him! More rapid than eagles his coursers they
B: Really? came,
A: Really! Let's go back upstairs and get And he whistled, and shouted, and called
back to bed. That way, we can let Santa do them by name;
his job. Then when you wake up, it will be " Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now,
Christmas already! Prancer and Vixen!
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On, Comet! on Cupid! on, Donder and He had a broad face and a little round
Blitzen! belly,
Tothe top ofthe porch! to the top ofthe That shook, when he laughed like a
wall! bowlful of jelly.
Now dash away! dash away! dash away He was chubby and plump, a right jolly
all! old elf,
As dry leaves that before the wild And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of
hurricane fly, myself;
When they meet with an obstacle, mount A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
tothe sky, Soon gave me to know I had nothing to
So up to the house-top the coursers they dread;
flew, He spoke not a word, but went straight to
With the sleigh full of toys, and St. his work,
Nicholas too. And filled allthe thestockings; then turned
And then, in a twinkling, I heard onthe with a jerk,
roof And laying his finger aside of his nose,
The prancing and pawing of each little And giving a nod, upthe chimney he rose;
hoof. He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a
As I drew in my head, and was turning whistle,
around, And away they all flew like the down of a
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with thistle.
a bound. But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out
He was dressed all in fur, from his head to of sight,
his foot, " Christmas to all, and to all a good-night.
And his clothes were all tarnished with Daily Life - Having Leftovers (C0338)
ashes and soot; A: What’s for dinner?
A bundle of toys he had flung on his back, B: Leftovers.
And he looked like a peddler just opening A: What? Leftovers of what and from
his pack. when?
His eyes -- how they twinkled! his dimples B: From last night! I took the left over
how merry! turkey, mixed it with some diced peppers
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a and onions, added a little bit of
cherry! mayonnaise and made some sandwiches!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a A: Isn’t that dangerous though? I mean
bow, bacteria and germs reproducing on food
Andthe beard of his chin was as white that was left out or reheated?
asthe snow; B: Well, I didn’t leave the turkey out at
The stump of a pipe he held tight in his room temperature for more than a an
teeth, hour and I refrigerated it soon after we
Andthe smoke it encircled his head like a finished eating. Also, when reheating, I
wreath; put it inthe oven for fifteen minutes at
one hundred degrees Celsius.
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A: Well ok, I am just afraid of getting food A:: fresh start to accomplish any dreams,
poisoning. objectives and goals.
B: Don’t worry about it! Making a new A: Do you have a New Year’s resolution?
meal out of leftovers is almost an art! Not B: I was thinking about it, but I’m never
only do you save money, but you also get able to keep my New Year’s resolution.
to be creative and have something Last year for example I joined a gym and
different to eat! only went twice.
Global View - Parent Teacher A: Yeah I know what you mean. That’s
Conference (C0339) why this year I am keeping things more
A: Thank you for coming tonight Mrs. simple. Maybe like getting together with
Webber. As a teacher, it’s great seeing the friends I haven’t seen in a long time, or
kid’s parents assist our parent-teacher doing some volunteering work.
conference night. B: That seems reasonable. We should get
B: Of course! I am very interested to together and watch the ball drop in Times
know how my child is doing and also get Square.
some insight from you as to how he can A: Sure, as long as you don’t try to kiss
improve. me at midnight!
A: Well Allen is a great student. He is a B: Well, we can’t break tradition! It’s bad
hard worker and very well behaved, luck!
however he does struggle a bit with math. Daily Life - Baking A Cake (C0341)
B: I guess he gets that from me, I never A: Ok, so are you ready to learn how to
did well in math when I was a kid. What bake a cake?
can I do at home to compliment what he B: Almost, let me just put my apron on.
is learning in the classroom. A: Ok, so the first thing we are going to do
A: Well, it’s important that you sit with is preheat the oven, that way we have it at
him and review his homework the desired temperature once we finish
assignments and help him with math. I preparing everything. Set it to three
would also recommend he stay after hundred and seventy five degrees
school twice a week for tutoring sessions. Fahrenheit.
It will really help a lot. B: Got it.
B: Thanks a lot! I will definitely do that. A: No we are gonna make the batter.
Is there anything else? Take some butter and sugar and mix it
A: Um.. yes. Here is a notice from our lightly until you have a nice consistency.
financial department, seems your child’s Then add some vanilla extract and eggs
tution is overdue. and continue mixing.
B: Oh yes, I.... B: Do I have to use a whisk or can I use
Global View - Happy New the electric mixer?
Year! (C0340) A: Go ahead and use the mixer, but put it
A:: It’s almost midnight! We are about to on medium speed. I’m gonna sift the flour
start a brand new year! and baking powder separately and then
B: I know it’s so exciting! A new year is we can mix it with milk and the rest of the
always like a clean slate. ingredients.
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B: Ok, so now we need a baking pan B: Yes, I'm calling from Mexico. I will be
right? in town next week and would like to
A: Yeah, but grease and flour it first so know if you have availability.
the cake won’t stick to it when it bakes. B: OK ma’am, can you tell me the date
B: Done. So how long do we bake it for? you expect to check in?
A: We can leave it in there for about A: Yes, July ninth. I will be there for seven
twenty five minutes. Then we let it cool nights.
for ten minutes before we remove the B: We have a junior single suite or a
cake from the pan. superior double suite available for those
B: Wow! This was a lot easier than I dates.
thought! A: What’s the difference?
Global View - At The Library (C0342) B: The junior suite is smaller and has one
Daily Life - Seafood Dinner (C0343) twin bed, while the superior suite has a
A: This is such a nice restaurant! I feel so double bed and mini-bar.
classy! A: OK, I would like to reserve the
B: Yeah, it’s a little bit pricey, but they superior suite. Is breakfast included?
serve the best seafood in town. B: Yes, a buffet breakfast is served every
C: May I Take your order? morning. I will need your name and your
B: Yes, I would like some marinated credit card details in order to complete
grilled shrimp for starters and I’ll also the reservation.
have the lobster. A: Sure, my credit card number is...
C: Excellent choice sir. And for you Daily Life - Working Out (C0345)
madame? A: Do you want to go catch a movie
B: I would like the baked oysters and the tonight?
seafood platter. B: I can’t, I have to go tothe gym.
C: Very good madame. A: Come on! You can go tomorrow, just
B: That seafood platter sounds good. skip it today. It’s not as if you are gonna
Excuse me, what does the platter have? get in trouble!
C: It’s a great combination of clams, B: Actually I will! I am working out with a
scallops, squid mussels, calamari and personal trainer that gets on my case if I
fillets of salmon and tuna. It comes with a don’t go. I like it, because it makes me feel
side of butter sauce and french fries. more obligated to go and get healthy.
B: That sounds great! Cancel the lobster A: That’s cool, does your personal trainer
and give me one of the same please. basically teach you how to work out?
C: Very well sir. Anything to drink? B: Yeah. He makes a work put plan
A: Can we get a bottle of your house depending onthe areas I want to work on,
white wine please? orthe muscles I want to build. Like for
C: Superb choice. I will be back shortly example in order to get better muscle
with the wine. tone in my abs, pecs and biceps, he makes
Global View - Booking A Hotel me work out with free weights. Then for
Room (C0344) my quads, calves and hamstrings, I do leg
A: Madison Suites, how may I help you? lifts or squats.
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A: Sounds like you are really getting in how long will it take to chill the wine? I’m
shape! on my way to the dinner now.
Global View - All About Wines (C0346) Salesperson: It’s OK, don’t worry, we’ll
Salesperson: Hello there, welcome to just choose a wine from the cooler. We
Wine World. Let me know if I can help don’t have quite as extensive a selection
you out at all. over here, but...this Rhone Valley white
Customer: Um, yes, please, I could really would be lovely.
use some help. I’m going over to my boss’ Customer: All right. What varietal is that?
house for dinner tonight and don’t know Salesperson: Well, this is a French wine,
what kind of wine I should bring. so they don’t always specify the varietal
Salesperson: OK, do you know what kind on the label. The French believe that the
of food will be served? soil a grape is grown in is one of the most
Customer: Well, his wife is Japanese. He important factors in the final flavor of the
said she makes really good sushi. wine. This wine is probably a blend of a
Salesperson: Hmm, that’s a bit of a few different types of grapes, mostly
challenge. Sushi is notoriously difficult to Viognier, I’d guess.
pair with wine. Well, let’s see. have to be a Customer: And you think this is a good
white wine, of course. wine?
Customer: Why? Wouldn’t a red wine go Salesperson: Yes, this is one of our best-
well with sushi? sellers. It’s not quite as dry as the
Salesperson: No, I don’t think so. Sushi is Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at
a very delicately flavored food, and red earlier, which means it’s more
wine would be a jarring contrast. You approachable. It’s light and crisp, with a
need a white wine, which has more subtle bit of a vanilla aroma.
flavors, to complement the fish. Customer: Perfect! I’ll take it!
Customer: I see. So should I get a bottle of Global View - Immigration and
Chardonnay? That’s a white wine, right? Customs (C0347)
Salesperson: Yes, Chardonnay is a white A: Good afternoon, passport and arrival
wine, but I’m not sure it’d be your best card please.
bet. Chardonnay is one of the more full- B: Here you are.
bodied whites, and tends to be a bit oaky. A: Where are you coming from?
I’d suggest that you go for something B: China.
brighter, like this Sauvignon Blanc from A: Is this your country of birth or
New Zealand. residence.
Customer: Sauvignon Blanc? What’s that? B: I just work there.
Salesperson: That’s another varietal, or A: What is the purpose of your visit to the
type of grape, just like Chardonnay. United States?
Customer: Let’s see. The label says it’s got B: I’m here on vacation.
"attractive citrus and grassy aromas that A: How long do you plan to stay in the
give way to crisp, mineral flavors and a United States?
bone-dry finish. Serve chilled." Oh, no, B: Almost three weeks.

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A: Sir, you didn’t fill out the information any case, I just wash my face every night
on your arrival card of where you will be and use sunscreen during the day.
staying. A: Well you should come with me one
B: Oh, I’m sorry, but there are a couple of day, I’m sure you’ll love it.
different places I will travel to within the B: Uh... no.
United States, so I wasn’t sure what to Global View - Chinese Medicine
put. (C0349)
A: You must specify an address of the A: What's wrong?
place where you will spend most of your B: I have a headache. These past few days
time. I've been living off painkillers. Man, I feel
B: Ok, here you are. like my head is going to explode.
A: Do you have enough means to support A: You should get acupuncture treatment.
yourself while you are here? My mom was always having headache
B: Yes. I have some travellers cheques issues and it was acupuncture that cured
and two credit cards. her.
A: Very good. Do you have anything to B: The results are too slow. On top of
declare? that, just the thought of smoking needles
B: Nope. I only have my clothes and poking into my flesh frightens me.
camera! A: They don't just randomly stick you,
A: Very well sir, welcome to the United they find your pressure points. The heat
States, enjoy your visit. allows the body to immediately respond
The Weekend - Talking About to the treatment, restoring the body's
Skincare (C0348) "chi".
A: You want to go get a facial with me B: But I get scared the moment I see a
today? needle. How could I stand having needles
B: Dude, what are you talking about? in my body for hours on end?
Only girls do that. A: The needles are very thin, and as long
A: Not at all, guys also get facials, as the doctor's technique is good, and the
manicures and pedicures. There is patient himself is relaxed, it won't hurt--
nothing wrong with looking after your on the contrary it will actually alleviate
skin and looking good. pain. Now there are high-tech needles
B: True. So what do they do to you at that are micro thin; they don't hurt at all.
your beauty spa? However, if you are really scared of
A: Well, first they exfoliate my face, acupuncture, scraping or cupping are also
getting rid of all the dead skin. Then I get options.
a face mask with nutrients that keep my B: Scraping is too terrifying. When they
skin healthy and young. Afterwards, they finish scrapping, your body is all red, as if
apply some moisturizer and you leave you were just tortured. Cupping is the
feeling like a million bucks. same, your body ends up with red circles
B: That doesn’t really sound like all over it--looks like someone beat you
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A: This only signifies that the toxins have Hepatitis A, Chickenpox and Measles
left the body. Actually, there is only shots.
discomfort during the treatment process. B: What about Rubella and Mumps?
Once it's over you feel very comfortable. A: Well, I can only give him these for now,
B: Chinese medicine is strange. The and after a couple of weeks I can
patients are already ill, and then the administer the rest.
doctor makes them suffer more. B: Ok great. Doctor, I think I also may
A: This is the only way to get at the need a Tetanus booster. Last time I got it
problem. Anyway, if you want to relieve was maybe fifteen years ago!
the pain,You are just going to have to be A: We will check our records and I’ll have
tough and do it. the nurse administer the booster as well.
B: Forget it. I don't want to inflict any Now, please hold Ricky’s arm tight, this
more pain on myself. In a little while I'll may sting a little.
go and buy some more painkillers and Global View - The 7 Wonders Of The
take a nap. World (C0352)
Daily Life - Talking About A: Have you seen this news article?
Relatives (C0350) Apparently an organization has made a
A: What are you doing this weekend? list to name the new seven wonders of the
B: My brother in law is having a small get world and people could vote for them
together at his house and he invited me. online.
A: Is it a family thing or just friends? B: Wow, that’s really interesting. So who
B: A bit of both. Some cousins, aunts and won?
uncles will be there, but also some friends A: Well, the Great Wall of China, the Taj
from the neighborhood. Mahal in India.
A: Is your great uncle Rick going to be B: I’ve been there! It really is an amazing
there? He is really funny. work of architecture and art. The entire
B: Yeah he is going to be there with his complex is made of white marble and in
step-son and his ex-wife. the interior of the tomb, the walls are
A: You mean your sister? covered with gems and emeralds!
B: No, Rick is actually my great uncle, so A: Cool! Also amongst the winners is
he is my grandmother’s brother. Petra, in Jordan, Machu Picchu in Peru
A: You lost me. and the pyramid in Chichenitza in Mexico.
B: I’ll explain later, let’s go. B: Wait a minute! It also says that the
Daily Life - Vaccinations (C0351) Christ Redeemer statue in Brazil and the
A: Hello Mrs Parker, how have you been? Colosseum in Rome are wonders. I would
B: Hello Dr Peters. Just fine thank you. love to go to Italy and see the Colosseum,
Ricky and I are here for his vaccines. stand in the middle like a gladiator!
A: Very well. Let’s see, according to his A: Well, let’s see if we can find some
vaccination record, Ricky has received his cheap airfare and we can go towards the
Polio, Tetanus and Hepatitis B shots. He end of the year.
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Global View - College Life (C0353) B: What? Why?
A: Hey, Jordan, is that you? Long time no A: Well, our public schools here are not
see! very good and private school are just too
B: Oh, hey, no kidding! I haven’t seen you expensive. I have been reading up on
since orientation three months ago! So home schooling and it has a lot of
how’ve you been? Settling into college life advantages.
OK? B: Like what? I think that by doing
A: Yeah, I think so! I pledged Phi Iota something like that we would be isolating
Alpha, so I’m living atthe frat house now. our children from social interaction.
B: Oh, so you’re a frat boy now, huh? A: Well, first of all, I would be able to
A: Yeah, yeah, I know, it’s totally cliché, teach them everything they learn in
but really, I think it’s been a good school in a more relaxed and fun way. I
decision. I’ve got a lot of support and good also think that having a one-on-one class
suggestions from the guys. What about is much better since you can focus more
you? What have you been up to? on his or her strengths or weaknesses.
B: Not much. I’m still living at home and B: I think neither your parents or mine
commuting to school. I ended up would agree to such an idea.
dropping that metalworking class I was A: I will bring it up over Sunday brunch.
so excited about. It just wasn’t as B: Good luck with that!
interesting as I’d hoped. The guidance Daily Life - Lending Money (C0355)
counselor suggested that I focus on my A: Can I borrow five bucks?
prerequisite courses so that I can make B: No!
sure the credits count. A: Come on! I’ll pay you back on Tuesday.
A: That sounds smart…but kind of boring. B: Last time I lent you money, you never
B: Yeah, it is, a little bit. I joined the Great paid me back.
Outdoors Club, though, which has been a A: I promise if you lend me five dollars
lot of fun. We’ve gone on two camping today, I will repay you in full next week.
trips already, and I’ve made some good B: Ok, but I’m taking your skateboard as
friends. collateral.
A: That’s cool. Hey, so have you decided A: Fine! I can’t believe you don’t trust me.
on your major yet? B: It’s nothing personal, just business.
B: Definitely pre-med. What about you? Daily Life - Coins and Money (C0356)
A: I still have no clue…but we don’t have A: Help me organize these coins.
to declare a major ‘til our sophomore B: That’s a lot of money! What did you
year, so I’ve got time! Oops, I’m late for do? Break the piggy bank?
class. Gotta run! A: Yeah, I’m gonna go to the bank and
B: OK, take care! Hey, nice running into change it for bills, but first I have to
you! separate them into little piles.
A: Yeah, you too! B: Ok, I'll find all the quarters and dimes
Global View - Homeschooling (C0354) while you sort the nickels and pennies.
A: I think we should home school our A: Great, then we can add everything up
children when we decide to have kids. and take it to the bank.
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B: I found some coins that are not from B: No wonder you didn’t get my texts!
here. Global View - E-mail Scam (C0359)
A: Oh yeah, those are from my trip to A: I got an urgent email from Tom! He
London. I have a couple of different pence, says he is in London and got robbed and
but in all it won't add up to one pound. needs us to wire him some money for his
B: Are you sure the bank will change hotel.
these coins for you? B: What? That sounds really dodgy tome.
A: Hopefully! A: No way, Tom is an honest person, he
Daily Life - Making A Dinner wouldn’t lie tome.
Reservation (C0357) B: No I mean, it seems like someone may
A: Bruno Bistro, how may I help you? have hacked his email account and sent
B: Yes hello, I would like to make a that out. I mean think about it, why would
reservation please. he email you instead of calling you.
A: Certainly sir, For which day and time A: Do you really think someone is trying
please? to scam people into sending money?
B: Tonight at seven. B: For sure! There are so many con
A: I’m sorry sir, but we are fully booked artists out there, you never really know.
tonight until eight. Global View - Urban Legends (C0360)
B: In that case, eight o'clock is fine. A: Have you read all these crazy things
A: Very well, and how many people will that are going on around the world?
attend tonight? B: What do you mean?
B: Four people. A: I was reading about how some people
A: Lastly, may I please know what name I get tricked or drugged in their hotel
should make the reservation under? rooms and have their organs removed!
A: Mark. Then they are sold onthe black market.
Daily Life - Text Me (C0358) B: Don’t tell me you actually believe all
A: Why didn’t you text me last night? that? Don’t beso gullible, they are just
B: What? I sent you three or four urban legends. They are just stories
messages! people make up to scare you.
A: I didn’t get any of them. I was waiting A: Well, I was also reading about how
for you to text me the address of where some popular songs have subliminal or
the party was and I never got your even satanic messages if you play them
message. backwards! Can you believe that?
B: Why didn’t you just call? I hate sending B: You really think an artist or songwriter
SMS messages. is going to go through the trouble of
A: Well, because I didn’t have any credit putting subliminal or satanic messages in
on my phone. I used it all up this month. a song? Don’t beso naive!
B: I thought you had an unlimited SMS A: Well maybe you are right, but how
plan? about the story of how KFC has rows of
A: I do, but if I don’t have any credit in my headless chickens which are super grown
phone, it won’t let me call or send in order to get bigger chickens faster!
messages.
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B: Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true Daily Life - Living With Your
don’t you think? Parents (C0363)
Daily Life - Fast Food (C0361) A: Why did your girlfriend break up with
A: I’m hungry, let’s order up something to you?
eat. B: I don’t know, she said she was tired of
B: Ok, maybe we can order a soup and a me not manning up and being more
salad from the restaurant down the independent, which I think is all a bunch
street. of crap.
A: I was thinking of getting a hamburger, A: Well, you still live with your parents,
fries and a chocolate sundae. so she does have a point.
B: You eat too much junk food. That sort B: What do you mean? Lots of people live
of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very with their parents, especially when rent
high in cholesterol. isso expensive andthe slump inthe
A: Well I never seem to gain weight so I economy.
don’t mind. A: Yeah, but you are almost forty! Plus,
B: It’s not only about getting fat or not, you make good money so there is really
it’s about being healthy. You could really no excuse. It’s simply because you are a
have some health problems later on. momma's boy.
A: How about pizza or maybe some fried B: Whatever dude, I have everything I
chicken! Better yet, let’s order some hot need, why would I move out! Have a great
dogs! roof over my head, my mom does my
B: You are a lost cause. laundry and cooks for me, what else could
Daily Life - What Mood Are You a guy ask for!
In? (C0362) A: Let’s agree to disagree.
A: Are you ok? You seem a bit anxious. Daily Life - Hiring Help (C0364)
B: Yeah I’m OK, I have been having a lot A: Can you help me write a newspaper
of mood swings lately. I think it has to do ad?
with the pills my doctor prescribed that B: Sure, what are you looking to buy or
are causing chaos on my hormones. sell?
A: So you mean you feel ecstatic one A: Actually, I want to hire someone to
minute and then blue the next? help me around the house.
B: Yeah, it’s weird. For example just this B: Oh, you want to get a maid?
morning I was feeling detached and A: Well, I think it’s better if you call her a
lonely, even though there was really no cleaning lady or domestic help.
reason to feel that way. B: Ok, so what do you wanther to do?
A: Well, maybe your mood will swing A: Well, let’s see. I wanther to come in
positively and you will feel confident, three times a week for a couple of hours
brave and hopeful! to clean the kitchen, bathroom and maybe
B: I hope you are right. do some cooking.
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A: I would pay her hourly, I don’t know
what the going rate is though.
B: I know for sure it’s more than
minimum wage but maybe you should
just negotiate 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,
you’re not allowed to play video games. I
wantyou to make your bed, dothe laundry
and then come downstairs and sweep the
floors.
B: That’s 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: That’s great, but you still have work to
do, so get to it.

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