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English 900
from Listening Express

Greetings
1. Hello! / Hi!
2. Good morning / afternoon / evening! /
3. Im Kathy King.
4. Are you Peter Smith?
5. Yes, I am. / No, Im not. /
6. How are you?
7. Fine, thanks. And you?
8. Im fine, too.
9. How is Amy / your wife / your husband? //
10. She is very well, thank you.
11. Good night, Jane.
12. Good-bye, Mike.
13. See you tomorrow.
14. See you later.
15. I have to go now.
Expression In Class
16. May I come in?
17. Come in, please.
18. Sit down, please.
19. Its time for class.
20. Open your books and turn to page 20. 20
21. Ill call the roll before class.
22. Here!
23. Has everybody got a sheet?
24. Any different opinion?
25. Are you with me?
26. Have I made myself clear?
27. Could you say it again?
28. Any questions?
29. Thats all for today.
30. Please turn in your paper before leaving.
Identifying Objects
31. Whats this?
32. Its a pen.
33. Is this your handbag?
34. No, it isnt. / Yes, it is. /
35. Whose pen is this?
36. Its Kates.
37. Is that a car?
38. No, it isnt. Its a bus.
39. What do you call this in English?
40. What is the color of your new book?
41. How big is your house?
42. How long is the street?
43. Whats the name of the cat?
44. Wheres the company?
45. Which is the right size?
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Whats this?
Its an air-conditioner.
Is this yours?
Yes, its mine.
Where are my glasses?
Do you know where Ive put my glasses?
Over there.
On the desk.
Is this your pen? I found it under the desk.
No. Mine is blue.
Which is your bag?
The bigger one.
The one on your right.
Are these books all yours?
Some of them are mine.

Identifying People
61. Who are you?
62. Im Jim.
63. Who is the guy over there?
64. Hes Bob.
65. Is that girl a student?
66. No, she isnt.
67. What do you do?
68. Im a farmer.
69. What does he do?
70. Hes a manager.
71. She must be a model, isnt?
72. I really dont known.
73. I have no idea about it.
74. Can she be a driver?
75. Yes, I think so.
About Introduction
76. Whats your name?
77. May I have your name?
78. My name is Thomas.
79. Just call me Tom.
80. Whats your family name?
81. My family name is Ayneswonth.
82. How do you spell it?
83. Who is the lady in white?
84. Could you introduce me to her?
85. Rose, let me introduce my friend to you.
86. This is Tom. Hes my classmate.
87. Nice to meet you.
88. Nice to meet you, too.
89. Let me introduce myself.
90. How do you do?
Year, Month And Day
91. What day is it today?
92. Its Monday today.
93. Whats the date today?
94. Its January the 15th, 1999. 1999115
95. What month is this?
96. Its December.
97. What year is this?
98. Its the year of 1999. 1999
99. What will you do during this weekend?
100. Does the shop open at 9 am on weekdays? 9
101. It opens at 8 am on weekdays, but at 9 at weekends.
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102. What will you do the day after on next?
103. What did you do the week before last?
104. Ill work for the next 5 days. 5

105. Its been 5 years since I last saw you. 5

Talking About Objects
106. Do you have a computer?
107. Yes, I do.
108. He has that book, doesnt he?
109. No, he doesnt.
110. Do you have any brothers or sisters?
111. No, Im a single son.
112. Does your computer have a modem?
113. Do you have shampoo here?
114. What a beautiful garden you have!
115. Any tickets left?
116. Do you have glue? I need some here.
117. I have some left.
118. If you have more, please give me some.
119. Do you have my pencil?
120. Yes, I have your eraser, too.
Talking About Time
121. What time is it now?
122. Its two oclock.
123. Its a quarter past five.
124. Its ten minutes to four.
125. Its half past nine.
126. Its one oclock sharp.
127. Its not four oclock.
128. My watch says two oclock.
129. My watch is two minutes fast.
130. Whats the time by your watch?
131. We must arrive there on time.
132. There are only two minutes left.
133. Can you finish your work ahead of time?
134. The flight is delayed.
135. The meeting is put off.
About Dates
136. What day is today?
137. Today is Monday.
138. Whats the date today?
139. Today is May 21st.
140. When were you born?
141. I was born on September 1st, 1976. 197691
142. What time?
143. You name the time.
144. Ill meet you tomorrow.
145. Do you know the exact date?
146. Please check the date.
147. What were you doing this time last year?
148. How long will the sale last?
149. Only three days.
150. Ill be back in 5 days.

About Visits
151. Hello. Can I see Mr. Green?
152. Do you have an appointment?
153. Sorry, I dont.
154. Yes. At 3 pm. 3
155. Sorry, Mr. Green cant see you now.
156. Hes on the phone.
157. Would you wait here for a minute?

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Would you like something to drink?

Tea, please.
Mr. Green, Mr. Smith is here.
You may go in now.
Nice to see you, my old friend.
How have you been these years?
Youve changed little.
Do you still remember that Christmas?

About Language
166. Do you speak English?
167. Yes, a little.
168. How long have you studied English?
169. He speaks English fluently.
170. Your English is very good.
171. You speak English pretty well.
172. Are you a native speaker of English?
173. My native language is Chinese.
174. He speaks with London accent.
175. He has a strong accent.
176. I have some difficulty in expressing myself.
177. Im always confused with "s" and "th". sth
178. Can you write in English?
179. Your pronunciation is excellent.
180. How can I improve my spoken English?
Talking About Activities
181. What are you doing?
182. Im reading a book.
183. Im cooking.
184. Are you watching TV now?
185. Yes, Im watching Channel 5. 5
186. No, Im listening to the radio.
187. Where are you going?
188. Im going to work.
189. Who are you writing to?
190. Im writing to an old friend.
191. What will you do this weekend?
192. Ill go to a concert.
193. Ill go on an outing with some friends.
194. Do you like traveling?
195. Yes, I like it a great deal/it very much.
About Age
196. How old are you?
197. Im twenty-two (years old).
198. Mr. Smith is still in his forties.
199. Im two years younger than my sister.
200. My elder sister is one year older than her husband.
201. Hes the youngest in the family.
202. He looks much younger than he is.
203. I came here when I was 20.
204. I started school at the age of 6.
205. My father is over 60 years old.
206. Most of them are less than 30. 30
207. I guess hes about 30. 30
208. Shes going to be 15 next month. 15
209. Theyll have a party for their 10th wedding anniversary.

210. Hes still a boy after all.

Talking About Daily Activities
211. When do you get up everyday?
212. I usually get up at 8 oclock. 8

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Where do you have your lunch?

I have my lunch in a snack bar nearby.
What did you have for lunch?
I had a hamburger and a fried chicken leg?
What time do you start work?
I start work at 8 oclock.
What do you do at work?
I answer telephones and do some typing.
What time do you finish your work?
At 6 oclock sharp. 6
What do you do in your spare time?
I like listening to pop music.
I like playing football.

Talking About Yesterday

226. When did you get up yesterday morning?
227. At about seven.
228. I heard the clock, but I didnt get up until 9.

229. I woke up seven and got up right away.

230. I hurried to my office.
231. I had my breakfast on the way.
232. I was just on time.
233. I was 10 minutes late.
234. I had lunch with a friend of mine.
235. I finished my work at 6 p.m. 6
236. I stayed and did some extra work.
237. The TV programs were really boring, so I went to bed very early.

238. I read a magazine in bed.

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Talking With Friends

Hi, Joe, is it really you?
Hi, Ann. Nice to see you again.
Its been a whole year since I last saw you.
Yes, but you look as pretty now, as you did then.
Oh, thank you. How have you been these days?
Not too bad.
But you sound so sad.
Yes, I lost my pet cat yesterday.
Oh, Im sorry to hear that.
Thats all right.
Have you seen Kate lately?
No, I have no contact with her.
I heard she got married last week.
Oh, how nice. Sorry, Ive got to go now.
So do I. See you later. Keep in touch.

Talking About The Past

256. I used to take a walk in the early morning.
257. He used to live in my neighborhood.
258. Did you use to go fishing with friends?
259. We have known each other for 6 years.
260. It has been a long time since last came here.

261. Have you seen Mr. Smith recently?

262. Theyve been working on this project since last year.

263. Ive been watching TV all night.

264. The movie began as soon as we got there.
265. When I arrived at the station, the train had already left.

266. The late arrival of the ship had messed up all our plans.


267. I had thought he knew the time of the meeting.
268. They had excepted me to go with them.
269. That was the third time that I had visited the place.

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Asking About The Address

Hi, Jack, where do you live now?
I live at 203 Curzon Street. 203
Curzon Street? Isnt Mary living there?
Yes, she lives just across the street.
How long have you stayed there?
Just a few months.
How about Mary? How long has she lived there?

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Asking Questions
Where are you going?
Where did you go for dinner yesterday?
When will he come to see you?
When did you buy the car?
Who told you?
Who will accompany you to the airport?
Why dont you agree?
Why not go out for a walk?
How did you doing spend your holiday?
How are you doing these days?
What did he say in the letter?
What are you going to do with the books?
What were you doing when I called?
I was about to leave.
Can you guess what I was doing this morning?

Shes been living there since her birth.

Will you stay there for long?
No, Ill move to Hollywood next month.
Oh, really? Im moving there too.
Great. Then we can drink beer together.
Yes, and you may stay there longer.
I hope so.
Im sure well have a good time.

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Measuring And Comparing

Whats the height of the building?
How much does the elephant weight?
Whats the color of your new dress?
Whats the size of your shoes?
My brother is twice as tall as your sister.
My grandma is 40 years older than me. 40
This river is one third as long as that river.
Whats the shape of your balloon?
How wide is this bridge?
How thick is the ice here?
This metal is harder than that one.
He can run as fast as Jim.
Kate is smarter than I.
How long do you watch TV every day?
How often do you go swimming?

 Asking For Help

316. Would you please open the door for me?
317. May I ask you a question?
318. Please give me a hand.
319. Could you do me a favor?
320. Would you help me remove the refrigerator?
321. Get me my coat, please.
322. Make me a cup of coffee, will you?
323. Call me tomorrow if you have time.
324. Could you tell me where I can find these books?

325. Certainly.
326. Witch pleasure.
327. Im sorry. Im engaged now.
328. Im glad to, but Im afraid I dont have the time.

329. Would you mind closing the window for me?

330. Not at all.

Asking Directions
331. Excuse me, madam. Could you tell me where the post office is?

332. Its just around the corner.

333. Excuse me, how can I get to the bus station?
334. You can take the bus and get off at the second stop.

335. Excuse me. Where is No.5 Street?

336. Go straight ahead and turn left at the second crossing.

337. Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get to Mr. Hus restaurant?

338. Go on for about 100 meters. Its on your left side. You cant miss it.
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339. Which one is Mr. James office?
340. Its Room 201 on the second floor. 201
341. Can I use the lift?
342. Sorry, its broken. You have to use the stairs.

343. Where are the stairs?

344. Go along the corridor and its on your right side.
345. Thank you for directions.
About Marriage
346. Are you married?
347. Im single.
348. You have a younger brother, dont you?
349. How is your family?
350. Shes engaged/married to John. /
351. How long have you been married?
352. Weve been married for 2 years.
353. My parents got married in 1954. 1954
354. Mary gave birth to a baby last week.
355. Theyve been divorced.
356. His wife died a year ago. Now he lives alone.

357. My aunt will come to live with me for some days.

358. John has his own family now.
359. Do you live with your parents?
360. No. I live in my own house.

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Talking About Neighbors And Friends

Do you know Mary?
Sure. We are friends since primary school.
Really? I was introduced to her just last weekend.


364. What is she doing now?
365. She told me she wanted to start a company.
366. Start a company? But I thought she would be a scholar.

367. People are always changing, arent they?

368. Yes, youre right. After all, she is smart enough to go into business.

369. But she doesnt have much experience.

370. You two dont have much contact
371. No, I only wrote her one letter this year.
372. And she?
373. She sent me a Christmas card last year.
374. Oh, thats not good.
375. Yes, we should try to contact more.
Planning The Future
376. What time are you going to leave for the airport tomorrow?

377. Is he coming to dinner?

378. Im going to the bookstore. Will you go with me?
379. Theyre going to discuss it at the meeting next Friday.

380. Ill be waiting for you at the restaurant this time tomorrow.

381. After I get home, Ill call you.

382. How will you spend the evening?
383. Ill probably stay home and watch TV.
384. Whats your plan for the summer holiday?
385. Im thinking about a visit to Paris.
386. Theres going to be a pottery exhibition at the art gallery.

387. You are still thinking about a Ph.D., arent you?

388. What will you do about it?

389. What do you want to do after graduation?
390. Ill further my study.
Talking About The Weather
391. Have you heard the weather forecast?
392. No, what does it say?
393. Well have fine weather for the next few days?
394. But its still raining today!
395. It is said it will clear up tonight.
396. What will it be after the clear weather?
397. It says a storm may come next month.
398. And it may get colder, its already November.
399. Yes, and I hope we can have some snow this winter.

400. Im afraid it wont be cold enough for a snowfall.

401. But last year we had a big one.
402. Yes, but you know global warming may raise the temperature.

403. You are probably right.

404. Im going skating in the Alps next month.
405. I hope the weather there is cold enough.

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About Sickness
How are you feeling today?
I dont feel very well.
Do you fell better now?
Much better.
Im sick.
Hes got a bad headache.

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413. Whats the matter with you?
414. Ive got a pain in my back.
415. It really hurts.
416. It hurts right here.
417. Its bleeding. Youd better see a doctor about that cut.

418. Call the doctor!

419. Take two pills and have a good rest.
420. I hope youll be well soon.
Talking About Habits
421. I get up at 8 every morning. 8
422. I then take a bath in the bathroom.
423. I shave, brush my teeth, and comb my hair.
424. I put on a bit of makeup.
425. I cooked breakfast for the family.
426. I go downstairs and have my breakfast.
427. I read the newspaper over breakfast.
428. I wake my sister up.
429. I dress my sister and wash her hands and face.

430. I get to my office at 10:30.

431. I leave the office at 7.
433. I buy some food on my way home.
434. I pick up my sister from her school.
435. We go to bed at 10:30.

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Asking For Others Opinions

What do you think about it?
Is that right?
Absolutely right.
I think youre mistaken about that.
Is that ok?
Thats ok/fine.
Thats excellent.
He was absent yesterday. Do you know why?
Do you have any idea?
I suppose he was sick.
Will it rain tomorrow?
No, I dont think so.
Do you really want to know what I think?
Please give me your advice.
I want to hear your opinion.

Making Plans
451. What do you plan to do this Friday?
452. What are you doing next week?
453. I plan to go to the concert.
454. Im thinking of going to my grandmas.
455. Ill go skiing of the weather permits.
456. I suppose I can finish the project next year.
457. I have no idea.
458. Its up to you.
459. Im considering buying a house.
460. Hi, Jack, what lessons will you take this semester?

461. Hi, Lucy. Ill take French and Economics.

462. Im taking Chinese and History.
463. Do you plan to do some odd jobs?
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465. Good luck!
About Decisions
466. Its up to you.
467. You have the final say.
468. She insists that it doesnt matter.
469. Hes made up his mind to quit his job.
470. Ive decided not to sell the house.
471. Im determined to leave.
472. Have you decided?
473. No, I havent decided yet.
474. Ive changed my mind.
475. Its still undecided.
476. Dont hesitate any more.
477. Give me a definite answer, please.
478. Its really hard to make a decision.
479. Im always making resolutions, like giving up smoking.

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Traveling
Do you like traveling?
Yes, Ive just come back from Scotland.
How did you get there?
I got there by plane.
Where did you visit?
I only had time to visit Edinburgh.
How did you like it?
Its fantastic.
Why did you go there?
I went there on business.
And do you have friends there?
Yes, a lot of friends.
You must have enjoyed yourself.
Yes, and I took many pictures.
Please let me see them.

About Shopping
496. Will you go shopping with me?
497. Heres your change.
498. Ill go to pick up some odds and ends at the store.

499. Excuse me, would you tell me where I can get some butter?

500. May I have a look at the watch?

501. May I try it on?
502. This is too small for me. Do you have a bigger one?

503. Do you have any more colors?

504. Whats your size?
505. It suits you to a T.
506. Its too expensive for me.
507. Can you came down a bit?
508. Ill take it.
509. How much is it?
510. How much do I owe you?

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In The Restaurant
What would you like to eat?
Are you ready to order?
Id like some steak and bread.
What would you like for dessert?
Ill have some ice cream.

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Do you want some fruit?

Yes, please. I want an apple.
Anything to drink?
A small glass of whisky, please.
Here is your food.
Bring me the bill please.
Can I pay by check or credit card?
Sorry, we only take cash.
Here you are.
Here is your change.

About Evening Entertainment

526. Im free tonight.
527. Shall we go to the cinema?
528. Do you know whats on tonight?
529. May I ask you for a dance?
530. With pleasure.
531. Sorry, Im engaged.
532. What about another dance?
533. Youre a good dancer.
534. Whats on Channel 8 now? 8
535. I dont know. You may look in the TV Guide.

536. Lets see what else is on.

537. Did you see the special last night?
538. I dont want to see any more of this TV show.
539. Can we change the channel?
540. I want to see the weather.
Appointments
541. Id like to make an appointment with Mrs. Green.
542. Shes free on Friday and Saturday.
543. Sorry, can I see her before Friday?
544. Let me see. She has 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon. 30

545. At what time?

546. From 4 to 4:30.
547. All right.
548. So youll come then. Please phone in if you cant make it.

549. I have an interview this afternoon.

550. I can come any time except Sunday.
551. You can reach me at 6609823. 6609823
552. He phoned to cancel the meeting.
553. Please call me before you come.
554. Please make an appointment with my secretary.
555. I have to change my appointment from Monday to Thursday.

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Seeing A Doctor
Whats your trouble?
How long have you had it?
I should say youve caught a cold.
You need an injection.
Is it serious?
Do I need to be hospitalized?
Have you seen the doctor?
What did the doctor say?
Jack is up and about now.
The doctor says that I should take quinine.
What sort of medicine do you take?
The doctor says that I should not eat anything oily.
I had a shot of penicillin.
You have to be operated on.

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Making A Phonecall
Hello. May I speak to Mr. Green?
Just a moment.
Hold on.
Hes not in. May I take a message for him?
Yes, please.
Would you answer the phone please?
I want to make a long distance call.
This is Mary Speaking.
Would you tell Mr. Green that I called?
I must have dialed a wrong number.
I couldnt get through.
I have to hang up now.
Would you call back tomorrow?
Theres something wrong with the phone.
I tried to call you, but the line was busy.

About Mail
586. I have received a letter from my cousin.
587. I havent heard from him for a long time.
588. Send a postcard to me when you arrive in Shanghai.

589. I put some photographs in the envelope.

590. He hasnt answered my letter yet.
591. My mother mailed me a parcel.
592. We keep in touch with each other by Email since he left China.
Email
593. Dont forget to put stamps on your letter.
594. How long does it take for a letter to get to America from Beijing?

595. Youve got an express mail.

596. To make it fast, you can send a fax.
597. My mother has sent me a registered letter, I guess she has something
important to tell me.
598. I find my name on the blackboard. I must have got a remittance.

599. Do you want to airmail it or not?

600. I drop the letter into the mailbox in front of the Post Office.

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Talking About Feelings

You look radiant tonight.
It was a terrible experience.
I am on top of the world.
The dinner was wonderful.
The Christmas tree is gorgeous.
What a boring movie it is!
How can he give us such a tedious lecture!
How fragrant the flowers are!
The party is making too much noise.
You look elegant in that dress.
The coat doesnt suit you.
His flattery makes me sick.
We had a good time.
We enjoyed ourselves very much.
I am bored to death.

 Looking For A House

616. This house is for rent.
617. Its really a bargain.
618. I want to rent a furnished house.
619. That house is for sale. It has central heating.

620. What kind of furniture do you like?

621. This is a rather old house. It needs painting.
622. I want an apartment with two bedrooms and a kitchen.

623. The houses downtown are very expensive.

624. How much is the rent for a month?
625. I feel at home living here. The landlady is very kind to me.

626. We have a few kitchen things and a dining room set.

627. Theres no gas range in the kitchen, but you can use the electric stove.

628. There is a shower in the bathroom.

629. I have a dog, but its very quiet.
630. The room has a big closet. You can put your baggage in it.

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Talking About Dressing

What will you wear for the party?
Ill wear my blue dress.
Dont you think its too FORMal?
Why? What will you wear?
Just my shirt and jeans.
You should have your suit cleaned and ironed.
Youd better put on your jacket. Its cold outside.
The blouse no longer fits me.
My son has outgrown these trousers.
The shoes are worn-out.
I dont like wearing the uniFORM.
Do you want to change before the banquet?
Your shoe lace is loose.
You forgot to fasten the collar buttons.
Take off your hat. It doesnt fit.

Expressing Different Opinions

646. He is a very creative student.
647. What you have said about this is very interesting.
648. I cannot agree with you on this point.
649. Youve got the point.
650. Thats the point.
651. The whole class is in a heated discussion.
652. Lets just run through the arguments for and against.

653. Please sum up what you said just now.

654. Has anybody else anything to say on this?
655. Does anybody share Davids opinion?
656. Is there any evidence to support what you have said?

657. Well, it depends.

658. I dont think its necessary for us to discuss this question any further.

659. There are always two sides to everything.

660. Finally, we came to an agreement.
About Things In The future
661. I want to be a journalist after graduation.
662. If it doesnt rain tomorrow, well have a picnic.


663. As soon as he comes, well let him know.
664. You can stay as long as you pay the rent on time.

665. When she leaves, hell cry for a day.

666. She will go into business when she likes to.
667. Ill leave for London if I finish my work today.

668. Ill work for 5 years and then go back to school.

669. He will become a writer if he goes on doing well in writing.

670. I hope he will meet me at the airport.

671. Im thinking of quitting the job.
672. I plan to learn photography.
673. What do you say we have a party this weekend?

674. She will certainly remain single.

675. He will probably follow in his fathers footsteps.
Things That Might Have Happened
676. I would have had a much better holiday if I had stayed at home.

677. What have you been doing since I saw you last time?

678. If I had got enough money yesterday, I would have bought that tape.

679. Looking back on it, I think I shouldnt have given up the contest so
easily.

680. Had I taken a taxi, I wouldnt have been late.

681. Even if you take the exam again, you wont pass it.

682. Even if you had given him much more money, he might not have paid off the
debt.

683. What would you have done if you hadnt gone out for a picnic yesterday?

684. I wish I had told him the truth.

685. I wish you hadnt cheated me.
686. If it had been fine, we would have gone to the park.

687. Would he have seen you if you hadnt waved to him?

688. You should have studied much harder.

689. I had thought about arguing with the teacher about that, but I didnt have
enough courage.
690. I had thought about living with my grandparents when my parents went
abroad last year.
Talking About Likes And Dislikes
691. Whats your favorite sport?
692. I like football best.
693. Football is my favorite.
694. Which do you prefer, fishing or mountain-climbing?

695. Neither.
696. What do you like best, apples, pears, or bananas?

697. Hes crazy about Michael Jordan.

698. She hates boxing.
699. She is sick of watching boxing.
700. She has good taste in clothes.
701. What do you like to do in your spare time?

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703.
704.
705.

I like collecting stamps.

I prefer tea to coffee.
What do you dislike most about this movie?
I would rather sleep than watch this movie.

Putting Forward Your Own Opinions

706. You should take the advice of your teacher.
707. Thats just what I was looking for.
708. It might be, I suppose.
709. Good try, but not quite right.
710. Thats rather disappointing.
711. In my opinion, your new coat is not worth so much money.

712. Would you mind not spitting everywhere?

713. Its only a suggestion, you dont have to take it.

714. If you really want my advice I dont think you should quit school.

715. Thanks for your advice but I have to consider it myself.

716. He does not pay attention to anybody. You are wasting your time in
persuading him.

717. I am old enough to make up my own mind.

718. Your work seems not satisfactory.
719. What about your opinion?
720. I generally agree with you. Asking For Help

721. Would you open the door for me, please?

722. With pleasure.
723. Would you mind opening the window?
724. Not at all.
725. I wondered if you could buy me some pencils?
726. Sure.
727. Would you be so kind as to lend me some money?
728. No problem. How much?
729. I hope Im not bothering you.
730. I hope that will not cause you too much trouble.

731. I really appreciate your help.

732. I dont want to put you to any trouble.
733. Excuse me, would you give me a hand?
734. Id be glad to help.
735. Would you mind mailing this letter for me?
Getting Ready For A Journey
736. I have so many things to do before I leave.
737. I have to drop by the bank to get some money.
738. Travelers checks are very convenient for long-distance travel.

739. Do you have anything to declare?

740. You have to apply for a passport in advance.
741. You dont have to pay any duty on personal belongings.
742. Make it an hour and a half. We have to get more food.

743. Shall we ask Betty to join us?

744. I put myself entirely in your hands.
745. Can you tell me the phone number of the inquiry office?

746. Do you like to take a local train or an express?

747. I have bought a ticket for a sleeper.
748. Have you reserved