Everyday Conversations Learning American English

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Dialogue 3-2: At the Movies

BOB: We’d like two tickets for the 3:30 show, please.

TICKET SALES: Here you go. Enjoy the movie!
[Inside the theater]

BOB: Would you mind moving over one,
so my friend and I can sit together?

WOMAN: No, not at all.

BOB: Thanks a lot!

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Dialogue 3-3: What Are You Good At?

SANDRA: So … what should we do?

JULIE: Well, I like to do arts and crafts, and I’m really good at
drawing. What do you think?

SANDRA: Hmm … how about playing a board game? That would be more fun.

JULIE: OK. Let’s play Scrabble! I’m really good at spelling, too!

SANDRA: Oh, yeah? We’ll see about that!

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Dialogue 3-4: What’s Your Favorite Sport?

PHIL: What time is that soccer game on? I thought it started at noon.

JACK: We must have had the wrong time. Oh, well … soccer’s not my favorite sport anyway. I much prefer basketball.

PHIL: Oh, really? I thought your favorite sport was tennis! I’m a big fan of basketball, too.

JACK: How about a game sometime?

PHIL: Sure thing! Why don’t we go shoot some hoops now since the soccer game isn’t on?

JACK: Excellent idea. Let’s go.

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Dialogue 3-5: A Night at the Theater

SHANNON: What a fantastic performance! Thank you for inviting me to the musical.

ELENA: You are welcome. I’m happy you enjoyed the show. The choreography of the dancers was incredible. It reminds me of when I used to dance.

SHANNON: I know! You were such a talented ballerina. Do you miss dancing?

ELENA: Oh, that’s very kind of you, Shannon. I do miss it sometimes. But I will always be a fan of the arts. That’s why I love going to musicals because it’s the perfect combination of song, dance and theater.

SHANNON: Absolutely! I’m glad you are still an art fan too. Thank you for the invitation. It’s always a pleasure to attend an arts event with you and learn something new.

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Dialogue 3-6: Taking a Vacation

JULIE: I just bought a ticket to New York City. I’m so excited to see the city!

SOPHIE: Good for you! Traveling is so much fun. I love discovering new places and new people. When are you leaving?

JULIE: Next week. I’m taking the red eye. It was cheaper.
Hopefully, I’ll be able to sleep on the plane.

SOPHIE: I wish I could go with you! New York City is a magical place. You will have so much fun.

JULIE: I hope so. I’m going to visit my brother who lives there. I will stay for a week and then take the train down to Washington, D.C.

SOPHIE: That sounds like a great vacation. I’m looking forward to a week at the beach for my summer vacation. I just want to relax.

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Dialogue 3-7: At the Pet Store

CONNIE: Oh! What a beautiful cat. What do you think?

GARY: I think I’d rather get a dog. Dogs are more loyal than cats.

CONNIE: Yes, but they’re so much work! Would you be willing to walk it every single day? And clean up after it?

GARY: Hmm. Good point. What about a bird? Or a fish?

CONNIE: We’d have to invest a lot of money in a cage or a fish tank.
And I don’t really know how to take care of a bird or a fish!

GARY: Well, we’re obviously not ready to get a pet yet.

CONNIE: Yeah, you’re right. Let’s go grab some coffee and talk about it.

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Dialogue 3-8: Giving Your Opinion

JAKE: Where should we take a vacation this year? Let’s
decide soon.

MELISSA: Well, I’d like to go somewhere warm. How about
the beach? Or we could rent a cabin on the lake.

JAKE: You want to go to the beach, again? I want to ski this winter. How about a compromise? What about traveling to the Alps in Europe next April? We can find a ski resort on a lake.

MELISSA: Oh, we’ve never been to Europe before! But I don’t know if it will be sunny and warm then. I need to do some research first. That will help me make up my mind.

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Dialogue 3-9: Hobbies

RYAN: I’m so happy this week of midterm exams is finished.

TYLER: Same here. I’m looking forward to relaxing in the mountains this weekend. I’ve planned a little hike in the woods.
And I’m gonna take a canoe trip down the river if the weather cooperates.

RYAN: Oh, fun! I’m going to Michigan. I’m taking my camera because fall is coming fast. The leaves are already turning all shades of red and orange. It will be awesome.

TYLER: Next time you go there, I’ll join you. I’ve heard Michigan is a great place to go canoeing.

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Dialogue 3-10: Weddings

ANGELICA: Doesn’t the bride look beautiful in that wedding dress?

MARIA: Yes. She looks amazing. And the groom is so romantic.
I just heard the story of how they got engaged! He proposed to her during a candlelight dinner in London. Did you know that was where they went to school?

ANGELICA: Oh? Wonderful. And the honeymoon! What a great idea! Most people just go to the beach for a week after they tie the knot. But they plan on heading to California and cruising the coast on their motorcycle.

MARIA: Really! What a fantastic idea. This is by far the best wedding I’ve ever been to.

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Dialogue 3-11: Giving Advice

LAYLA: Thanks for meeting with me during your lunch hour. I appreciate it.

MONICA: No problem. I’m happy to help. What’s going on?

LAYLA: Oh you know, the usual. Should I take this new job? Or do I stick with my current one?

MONICA: Well, I think it’s time for a change, don’t you? They pay you late and you are unhappy.

LAYLA: Do you really think so?

MONICA: I know so. And I’ve been listening to you complain for over a year now. Trust me. Take the job. What do you have to lose?