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Mas Practicas de Ingles
Mas Practicas de Ingles
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Notas:
* para formar el infinitivo en ingles se antepone la particula to a la forma
simple del verbo board: to board; have: to have.
** esta frase tipicamente inglesa esta constituida por un vocablo, Let
permitir, conceder, etc., que cuando se usa como verbo auxiliar, sirve para
formar el imperativo al anteponerlo al suLeto nombre o pronombre; en este
caso Let's es apócope de Let us.
UNIT 1,
Dialogue,
Going in for a landing,
Nota:
* en español, cuando nos dirigimos a una empleada o empleado dedicado al
servicio del público, preferimos usar las palabras señorita, señor y otras, en
lugar de la palabra que designa la ocupación aeromoza, mesero, chofer,
etc..
En ingles, en cambio, se prefiere en el mismo caso usar el nombre de la
ocupación; excuse me, stewardess, o driver chofer.
Complementary vocabulary
Nota:
* la palabra hold da la idea basica de no alterar la posición en que algo se
encuentra en cierto momento.
Nota:
Para expresar una orden en ingles se usa el verbo en su forma simple. En
los ejemplos anteriores los verbos estan en su forma simple, por,ejemplo:
fasten, carry, show, hold, seguidos de un sustantivo o frase sustantival. El
sujeto you, tanto para el singular como para el plural esta sobrentendido, y
sólo se expresa para señalar a una entre varias personas o para dar mayor
enfasis a la orden. Por cortesia se incluye la palabra please por favor, que
puede expresarse tanto al principio como al final de la oración en
imperativo. Son igualmente correctas:
Please fasten your seat belts, Fasten your seat belts, please.
Take your passport. Take your ticket.
Take your ticket. Take your landing card.
Take your landing card. Take your health card.
Take your health card. Show your health card.
Show your health card. Show your passport.
Show your passport. Keep your passport.
Keep your passport. Keep your luggage.
Keep your luggage. Keep your ticket.
Keep your ticket.
Hold your ticket, please. Hold your card, please.
Hold your card, please. Take your card, please.
Take your card, please. Take your suitcase, please.
Take your suitcase, please. Carry your suitcase, please.
Carry your suitcase, please. Carry the luggage, please.
Carry the luggage, please. Carry your luggage, please.
Carry your luggage, please. Hold your luggage, please.
Hold your luggage, please. Hold your health card, please.
Hold your health card, please.
UNIT 2,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
All right.
Here they are.
Here we are.
Here you are.
Complementary vocabulary,
Card
it's a yellow card.
Ticket
it's your yellow ticket.
Passport
That's a ticket.
Your big ticket
that's your passport.
Yellow passport
that's a big card.
A yellow card
that's your big ticket.
Your yellow ticket
This is a yellow passport.
It's a passport.
This is your yellow card.
It's your card,
this is a big yellow ticket.
This is your big yellow passport.
The porters carry the baggage. The porters carry the luggage.
The porters carry the luggage. The porters take the luggage.
The porters take the luggage. The officials take the luggage.
The officials take the luggage. The officials take your card.
The officials take your card. The officials examine your card.
The officials examine your card. They examine your card.
They examine your card.
The porters usually carry the baggage. The porters usually carry the
luggage.
The porters usually carry the luggage. The porters usually take the luggage.
The porters usually take the luggage. The porters usually take your
suitcase.
The porters usually take your suitcase. The officials usually take your
suitcase
The officials usually take your suitcase.
Preguntas y respuestas,
Do they usually check your passport? Yes, they usually check your
passport.
Do you see the airport? Yes, I see the airport.
Do they usually take the luggage? Yes, they usually take the
luggage.
Do you have a health card? Yes, I have a health card.
Do you waot a ticket? Yes, I want a ticket.
Do they usually sign the card? Yes, they usually sign the card.
Do you usually carry a passport? Yes, I usually carry a passport.
Ejercicio de escritura,
UNIT 3,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue
Complementary vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas,
UNIT 4,
Vocabulary,
Just a second.
No, that’s all rigbt.
Just a minute.
Yes, that’s all rigbt.
Right away.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas,
Cuando los pronombres nominativos I, you, we, they, he, she, it, van
seguidos de las formas am, are, is, del verbo to be, en la conversación,
casi siempre se usan contraiones en lugar de pronunciar separadamente el
pronombre y el verbo.
Las contracciones se escriben y pronuncian como si fueran una sola
palabra.
l'm, I am,
You're, you are,
He's, He is,
She's, She is,
It's, it is,
We're, we are,
You're, you are,
They're, They are,
Nota:
Al formar oraciones negativas con: is y are, hay dos maneras de hacer la
transformación:
It's not my bag,
It isn't my bag,
They're not pilots,
They aren't pilots.
Practica de Estructuras
Nota:
Las formas verbales de presente, tales como attends, stay, get, en las
oraciones anteriores indican aiones habituales. El presente progresivo
expresa una aión que esta ocurriendo en este momento.
Michael's attending a meeting
Quiere decir que el esta en este momento en un salón hablando con otras
personas. El uso de going to, en la oración
Michael's going to attend a meeting,
Significa que la aión va a ocurrir en un futuro próximo.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 5
Vocabulary
Dialogue
Complementary Vocabulary
Nota:
Con los verbos take llevar, bring traer, y otros de sentido similar, es
frecuente usar la palabra along o with you.
Ejemplo:
Oraciones Basicas,
That large bag is very heavy.
The small gifts are inexpensive.
The large gifts are expensive.
The large packages are heavy.
This letter is personal.
That door is white.
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas,
UNIT 6,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Fine.
Please register here.
Please sign here.
Yes, we should.
Yes, they should
Yes, you should.
Good evening.
Good morning.
Good day.
Thanks very much.
Thank you very much.
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas,
Nota gramatical:
Se llama predicado a lo que se dice del sujeto: que hace, para quien lo
hace, cuando, cómo, dónde, etc. Por ejemplo, en la oración
I work for the Latin American Eectronics Corporation.
el sujeto es: I yo,
y el predlcado es: work for the Latin American Electronics Corporation.
Trabajo en la Companla Electrónica Latinoamericana,
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas,
Ejercicio de Escritura
0. reserved you a room us I have believe for
I believe you have a room reserved for us.
1. for have double we you reserved a room
UNIT 7
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
BELLBOY: This way to the elevator, please. We can take this car.
ELEVATOR OPERATOR: Going up, please. Watch your step. Floors, please.
RlDER 1: Fourteenth floor.
RIDER 2: Eleventh, please.
RlDER 3. Twenty-eight.
BELLBOY: Five.
ISABEL: How many floors are there in this hotel?
BELLBOY: There are thirty-two floors in this hotel.
ELEVATOR OPERATOR: Fifth floor. Watch your step.
BELLBOY: Right this way. Number 532 is a corner room.
IsABEL: walking into the room It looks comfortable.
MICHAEL: Good, there's an air-conditioner.
BELLBOY: You can regulate the air-conditioner with this knob, Sir.
MICHAEL: That's fine.
BELLBOY: If you want to watch Television, you must turn this small knob.
MICHAEL: giving him a tip Thank you. Here you are.
BELLBOY: Thank you very much, Mister Rivera.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Nota:
Auxiliares de modo:
Preguntas y Respuestas
How many floors are there in There are 32 floors in this
this hotel? hotel.
How many elevators are there There are 5 elevators in this
in this hotel? hotel.
How many offices are there in There are 3 offices in this hotel.
this hotel?
How many people are there in There are 7 people in this
this elevator? elevator.
How many people are there in There are 2 people in this room.
this room?
How many air-conditioners are There are many air conditioners
there in this hotel? in this hotel.
How many Television sets are There's one Television set in
there in this room? this room.
How many telephones are there There's only one telephone in
in Room 532? Room 532.
How many windows are there in There are 3 windows in Room
Room 532? 532.
UNIT 8,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
The bell captain will give you information about theater tickets.
The hostess will give us information about taxis.
The desk clerk will find us information about air-conditioners.
That lady will tell you how to send a cable.
The hostess will show them where the lobby is.
The gentleman will give Michael the key to the hotel room.
Nota:
Practica de Estructuras.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura,
UNIT 9
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
By the way,
Those will do,
These will do.
This will do.
That will do.
Is there anything else?
Will that be all?
Will this be all?
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
That bag is heavy. That bag isn’t heavy. Isn't that bag heavy?
This bottle is small. This bottle isn't small. Isn't this bottle small?
These cigarettes are These cigarettes aren't Aren't these cigarettes
mild. mild. mild?
Those suitcases are Those suitcases aren't Aren't those suitcases
expensive. expensive. expensive?
The shaving cream is The shaving cream isn't Isn't the shaving cream
inexpensive. inexpensive. inexpensive?
Practica de Estructuras
I would like to buy some shaving I'd like to buy some shaving cream.
cream.
I would also like a pack of mild I'd also like a pack of mild
cigarettes. cigarettes.
He would like to buy some expensive He'd like to buy some expensive
things. things.
We would also like some hand lotion. We'd also like some hand lotion.
She would like to get some personal She'd like to get some personal
things. things.
They would also like a few gifts. They'd also like a few gifts.
You would like to see the You'd like to see the newspaper.
Newspaper.
He would also like to see your He'd also like to see your passport.
passport.
We would like to get more health We'd like to get more health cards.
cards.
They would also like to carry the They'd also like to carry the
baggage. baggage.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Would you also like a pack of Yes, I'd also like a pack of
cigarettes? cigarettes.
Would you like to buy some shaving Yes, I'd like to buy some shaving
cream? cream.
Would you also like a bottle of hand Yes, I'd also like a bottle of hand
lotion? lotion.
Would you like to buy some personal Yes, I'd like to buy some personal
things? things.
Would you like some small gifts? Yes, I'd like some small gifts.
Would you like to buy a newspaper? Yes, I'd like to buy a newspaper.
Would you also like a few things? Yes, I'd also like a few things.
Ejercicio de Escritura,
UNIT 10,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas.
The bell captain will give you information about the theater tickets.
Michael bought Isabel a new magazine.
The official sent the Riveras their passports.
She gave Michael some books to read.
There certainly are lots of things to buy.
There usually were many things to see.
There’s only one to look at.
There were more personal things to declare.
I work for the Latin American Electronics Corporation.
Michael and Isabel plan on watching Television this evening.
She waits tor Michael by the cashier's window.
We believe that there's a message for us.
There are 32 floors in this hotel.
There were tour taxis waiting tor luggage.
There was a noise in the opposite room.
There was a newsstand and a drugstore in the lobby.
Practica de Estructuras
Isabel walks around the city of New York.
That gentleman looks like Michael.
He waits tor the new issue of Reader's Digest to arrive.
Michael likes the shaving cream he bought.
Michael reads The New York Times.
Isabel declares her camera at customs.
He lives at the Grand Hotel.
Mister Peterson turns the Television set on.
The lady hears many noises in the lobby.
She listens carefully to the people talking.
Preguntas y Respuestas,
Ejercicio de Escritura,
6. the same telephone arrived the and cable message at the time
REVIEW DIALOGUE
Dialogue,
UNIT 11,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue
By all means.
Go right up.
Go right in.
Go right on.
Go right down.
May I have my key?
May I have my telegram?
May I have my newspaper?
May I have my cigarettes?
We’ll let you know.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas,
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas,
Ejercicio de Escritura.
UNIT 12,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
MISTER PETERSON: Hello. I'm Fred Peterson from our Hartford office.
MICHAEL: How do you do. I'm Michael Rivera, and this is my wife Isabel.
We're very happy to meet you.
MISTER PETERSON: We received a wire this morning informing us of your
arrival.
MICHAEL: Yes. It was a last minute decision to send me here for the
conference.
MISTER PETERSON: We're glad you decided to come. We have lots to talk
about.
MICHAEL: Yes, I'm expecting to learn a great deal fromyou.
MISTER PETERSON: I'm sure of that. But before we talk about business, I
want to show you and your wife around New York a little bit.
IsABEL: That's very thoughtful of you.
MICHAEL: Yes, it is. What are we going to see?
MISTER PETERSON: Well, after dinner this evening, I thought you both
might like to see a stage show.
ISABEL: That sounds like fun. We'd love to.
Hello
That's very thoughtful of you.
That's very kind of you.
How do you do?
How are you?
Well…
I'm sure of that.
I'm very sure of that.
We'd love to.
We'd like to very much.
That sounds like fun.
We're very happy to meet you.
We're very happy to know you.
We're very happy to see you.
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas,
Preguntas y Respuestas,
Ejercicio de Escritura ,
3. both after stage how like see show to dinner you would
7. many and other New you visit must York museums in places
CAPITULO 13
Vocabulary,
Dialogue
Ordering Drinks,
It isn't really.
He isn't really.
May I take your order, please?
May I take your ticket, please?
May I take your suitcase, please?
Some whiskey, maybe?
Some more, maybe?
That sounds good.
That sounds like fun.
With water, please.
With soda, please.
On the rocks, please
What are you going to have?
What are you going to see?
What are you going to do?
As long as I'm here in New York.
As long as I'm here on the fifth floor.
As long as I'm here in the lobby.
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
Nota:
Pero con los verbos expect y want tiene que usarse el infinitivo to be.
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas
Is this a good place for meeting Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
friends? for meeting friends.
Is this a good place for shopping? Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
for shopping.
Is this a good place for visiting Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
museums? for visiting museums.
Is this a good place for seeing stage Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
shows? for seeing stage shows.
Is this a good place for attending Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
conferences? for attending conferences.
Is this a good place for checking Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
passports? for checking passports.
Is this a good city for finding Yes, I think this is a wonderful city
hotels? for finding hotels.
Is this a good city for going to stage Yes, I think this is a wonderful city
shows? for going to stage shows.
Is this a good place for finding a Yes, I think this is a wonderful place
taxi? for finding a taxi.
Ejercicio de Escritura
4. here as New I'm places York as long in going many to see I'm
UNIT 14,
Vocabulary
Dialogue
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
We consider this hour too early to We don’t consider this hour too early
have dinner. to have dinner.
He expects to learn a great deal. He doesn't expect to learn a great
deal.
She wants to see all the sights of She doesn't want to see all the
New York. sights of New York.
We give information to all tourists We don't give informaon to all
who ask for it. tourists who ask for it.
She wants to go shopping, She doesn't want to go shopping.
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura
7. thought Just book for the to right enjoyable clerk the reading
UNIT 15,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Ordering Dinner,
Complementary Vocabulary
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas,
What did the chef recommend? The chef has recommended roast
duck.
What did Isabel order for dinner? Isabel has ordered steak for dinner.
What did Michael order for an Michael has ordered shrimp cocktail
appetizer? for an appetizer.
What did Michael attend in Hartford? Michael has attended a conference
in Hartford.
What did he cable to the family? He has cabled to the family that they
arrived safely.
What did Isabel look at in the Isabel has looked at bottles of hand
drugstore? lotion.
What did the customs officer The customs officer has inspected
inspect? the luggage.
Ejercicio de Escritura,
Ejemplo A:
That favorite my dish
That is my favorite dish.
Ejemplo B:
the orange sauce house specialty
The orange sauce is a specialty of the house.
Orange sauce is a specialty of the house
Orange sauce is the specialty of the house
UNIT 16,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Nota:
Oraciones Basicas
That steak certainly was That steak was delicious, wasn't it?
Those restaurants certainly were Those restaurants were crowded,
crowded. weren't they?
The landing of the plane was The landing of the plane was
unusually smooth. unusually smooth, wasn't it?
The service at dinner was very fast. The service at dinner was very fast,
wasn't it?
Nota:
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas ,
Ejercicio de Escritura
1. late mustn’t we
2. steak delicious
UNIT 17,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones basicas,
Preguntas y Respuestas
Do you want to see this musical? Yes, I've always wanted to see this
musical.
Does she want to hear the music? Yes, she's always wanted to hear the
music.
UNIT 18,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Good morning.
Good evening.
Good day.
I've already seen the menu.
I've already seen thee newspaper.
I've already seen the Statue of Liberty.
My wife hasn't had a chance yet.
The waiter hasn't had a chance yet.
The bellboy hasn't had a chance yet.
If you like .
If you want .
That's an excellent idea.
That's a very good idea.
That's a fine idea.
That's a good idea.
Now that you mention it.
Now that I think of it.
Come to think of it.
Complementary Vocabulary
Practica de Estructuras
Contracciones
I'm glad to know you have enjoyed I'm glad to know you've enjoyed it.
it.
He's glad to know I have enjoyed He's glad to know I've enjoyed the
the art exhibit. art exhibit.
We're happy to know she has We're happy to know she's enjoyed
enjoyed seeing the Empire State seeing the Empire State Building.
Building.
We're happy to know everyone has We're happy to know everyone's
enjoyed coming to our hotel room. enjoyed coming to our hotel room.
She's happy to know Mister Cape She's happy to know Mister Cape's
has enjoyed working for the enjoyed working for the company.
company.
I'm pleased to know Miss Cook has I'm pleased to know Miss Cook's
enjoyed being a stewardess. enjoyed being a stewardess.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Have you seen the menu? I've already seen the menu.
Have they ordered breakfast? They've already ordered breakfast.
Have they read the morning paper. They've already read the morning
paper.
Has Michael decided what to order? Michael's already decided what to
order.
Has Isabel planned how to spend Isabel's already planned how to
her morning? spend her morning.
Have they visited the Empire State They've already visited the Empire
Building? State Building.
Have you walked along Broadway? I've already walked along Broadway.
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 19
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
MICHAEL: I'd like to get some information on sightseeing here in New York.
TRAVEL CLERK: Here's a pamphlet that I can give you. It tells what's
going on in New York.
ISABEL: We'd like to see the things which make New York City famous.
TRAVEL CLERK: Well, the sights people usually like to see when
they visit New York are the Empire State Building, the United Nations, St.
Patrick's Cathedral, Chinatown…
MICHAEL: Just a minute. How about a tour that includes several of these
places?
TRAVEL CLERK: There are buses that go out regularly on tours. Wait. How
would you like to take a boat around Manhattan Island?
ISABEL: That sounds interesting, doesn't it, Michael? Where can we get the
boat?
TRAVEL CLERK: I'll look up that information right away. Here you are. You
can get the boat at the foot of 42 nd Street at the Hudson River. You'll see
the sign: Sightseeing Cruises.
MICHAEL: Yes, I think we'll like that very much. How do we get there?
ISABEL: Let's not forget to ask what time the boats leave.
Wait
Wait a minute
Wait a second
Just a minute.
Just a second.
How about a tour?
How a out a trip?
How a out an appetizer?
How about a gift?
That sounds interesting.
That sounds enjoyable.
That sounds delicious.
Where can we get the boat?
Where can we get the plane?
Where can we get thebus?
Where can we get the information?
… right away.
Let's not forget to ask…
Let’s not forget to go…
Let's not forget to look...
Let’s not forget to see…
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Baslcas
Nota:
Forma Negativa
Let's take a trip around Manhattan Let's not take a trip around
Island. Manhattan Island.
Let's watch Television tonight. Let's not watch Television tonight.
Let's go sightseeing tomorrow. Let's not go sightseeing tomorrow.
Let's carry the packages back to the Let's not carry the packages back to
hotel. the hotel.
En las oraciones siguientes se emplean los pronombres me, you, him, her,
it, us, them presentados en la sesión Practica de estructuras del Capitulo
13, pero ahora en su función de objetos indirectos: me me, a mi, you te, a
ti; le, a usted; les, a ustedes, him le, a el, her le, a ella, it le, a una cosa,
us nos, a nosotros,a nosotras, them les, a ellos, a ellas.
Did we forget to ask what time the Let's not forget to ask what time the
boats leave? boats leave.
Did we forget to buy tickets for the Let's not forget to buy tickets for the
show? show.
Did we look the word up in the Let's not forget to look the word up
glossary? in the glossary.
Did you forget to look for the papers Let's not forget to look for the
on the table? papers on the table.
Did you forget to call the waiter Let's not forget to call the waiter
over? over.
Did you forget to carry the packages Let's not forget to carry the
back to the hotel? packages back to the hotel.
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 20,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Taking a Bus,
MICHAEL: Excuse me, Officer. Can you tell us how to get to the pier where
the Sightseeing boats are?
POLICE
OFFICER: You have to go across town to the Hudson River.
MICHAEL: Is there a subway that goes directly to the pier?
POLICE
OFFICER: No, you have to take a bus and then change at 42 nd Street.
MICHAEL: What's the number of the bus?
POLICE
OFFICER: You can catch any bus across the street that's going
downtown. There, I see one coming now.
ISABEL: Come on, Michael. Officer, do they alt stop at 42 nd Street?
POLICE
OFFICER: That's correct. When you get off, you have to take a crosstown
bus marked Twelfth Avenue.
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
Preguntas y Respuestas
What's the number of the bus? The number of the bus is sixteen.
What is the number of the house? The number of the house is four
eleven.
What is the number of the plane? The number of the plane is 707.
What is the number of the hotel The number of the hotel room is 532.
room?
What's the name of the street? The name oi the street is Broadway.
What's the name oi the company? The name oi the company is the
Latin American Company.
What's the name of the hotel? The name of the hotel is Empire.
What's the name of the airport? The name of the airport is Kennedy
International.
Ejercicio de Escritura
DIALOGO DE REPASO
Dialogue
YOUNG MAN: Excuse me, Sir. Is this where the Number 2 bus stops?
MICHAEL: I think it is. I'm not sure.
ISABEL You see, we're not from New York.
YOUNG MAN: Where are you from?
MICHAEL: We're from Caracas, Venezuela.
YOUNG MAN: I came through Caracas just last week, I'm from California.
ISABEL Are you now living in New York?
YOUNG MAN: I'll be here for some time. I've been working as an
international salesman from the first of the year.
MICHAEL: That's wonderful. What do you sell?
YOUNG MAN: Television's, radios and other electronic things. The name of
my company is the American Radio Corporation.
MICHAEL: I know of that company.
ISABEL Here comes our bus. Well, lots of luck to you.
UNIT 21,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
If you like, I can bring you some Si gustas, puedo traerte algo de pan
bread and butter. y mantequilla.
If you have the time, you must take Si tienes tiempo, debes tomar el
the boat ride around Manhattan barco que te lleva alrededor de la
Island. Isla de Manhattan.
The steak was marvelously well El bistec estaba maravillosamente
cooked. bien cocinado.
There is absolutely nothing we can No hay absolutamente nada que
do to help him. podamos hacer para ayudarlo a el.
You are wonderfully well dressed. Estas maravillosamente bien vestida.
This is an unusual evening. Esta es una noche excepcional.
Washington is a beautiful city. Washington es una hermosa ciudad.
The city is decorated. La ciudad esta adornada.
The store windows are beautifully Los escaparates de las tiendas estan
decorated. bellamente adornados.
He is very sure about what he says. El esta muy seguro de lo que dice.
She dressed elegantly. Ella vistió elegantemente.
Nota.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Have you seen this art work before? I've seen it in the library.
Have you seen the Empire State I've seen it in the movies.
Building before?
Have you seen the Grand Hotel I've seen it from the bus.
before?
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 22,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
Let's cross the street here. Let's not cross the street here.
Let's sail on the next boat. Let's not sail on the next boat.
When you see him, you will want to talk to him.
When you get on the boat, you will see many interesting sights.
If you have the time, you must see all the landmarks in our city. If you
have the time, you must walk along Broadway.
We read the morning paper all the We read the morning paper last year.
time.
They often win a trip. They won a trip last week.
I sometimes meet Fred on the I met Fred on the street a week
street. ago.
I almost always get the bus at this Yesterday I got the bus at another
corner. corner.
I usually dig for the information right This morning I dug for the
after breakfast. information an hour later.
I write letters in the evening. I wrote three letters last evening.
We forget to buy sugar all the time. Just yesterday we forgot to buy
sugar.
They sometimes ride in a taxi to the Today they rode in a private car
airport. instead.
Nota:
Algunos verbos forman el pasado cambiando la vocal media.
Presente: write ride forget shrink ring
Pasado: wrote rode forgot shrank rang
En otros como to read presente, read; pasado read, aun cuando no cambia
la forma en que se escriben, la pronunciación
de la vocal media si cambia.
Preguntas y Respuestas
When does the next car leave? The next car leaves in two minutes.
When does the next taxi leave? The next taxi leaves in about nine
minutes.
When does the next plane leave? The next plane leaves at three
twenty.
Where is this tour going? This tour is going to the Statue of
Liberty.
Where is this tour going? This tour is going to the Empire
State Building.
Where is this tour going? This tour s going down Broadway.
Ejercicio de Escritura .
Ejemplo:
How long did Michael and Isabel have to wait for the next excursion boat to
leave?
They had to wait one hour.
1. How long did the boat trip last?
2. What time did the Riveras get back from the boat trip?
3. Where was Isabel when she first saw Central Park?
4. What is the name of the world's largest theatre?
5. What is the name of a very large department store in New York?
6. Do you think New York is a marvelous city?
7. What sight would you like most to see in New York?
UNIT23,
Vocabulary,
Sightseeing,
Complementary Vocabulary
When do you want to ride the subway ¿A que hora quieres viajar en el tren
this afternoon? subterraneo esta tarde?
I never ride it very far. Nunca voy en el tren subterraneo
muy lejos.
Isabel likes to go window shopping. A Isabel le gusta ir a los
escaparates de las tiendas.
Michael wants his picture taken. Michael quiere que le tomen una
fotografia.
I sleep very well in this hotel. Duermo muy bien en este hotel.
I must creep into the room carefully. Tengo que deslizarme dentro del
cuarto con cuidado.
We always deal with good sales Siempre tratamos con buenos
clerks. dependientes.
I can leap over the water in the Puedo saltar el agua de la calle.
street.
They sweep the floor every day. Barren el piso todos los dias.
Did you weep because you enjoyed ¿Lloraste porque te gustó el libro?
the book?
The stores don't open until 10 Las. tiendas no abren hasta las diez.
o'clock.
My father has been living in the My father has been living in Bronx
Bronx for years. I've never seen for years, but I've never
him leave the place. seen him leave the place.
I take the bus every day. My friend I take the bus every day, but my my
likes to walk. friend likes to walk.
Isabel likes to go shopping early. Isabel likes to go shopping early,
The stores don't open until 10 but the stores don't open until 10
o'clock. o'clock.
Michael wants his picture taken. He Michael wants his picture taken, but
wants Isabel in the picture with him. he wants Isabel in the pic-
ture with him.
Otras palabras que se usan para enlazar proposiciones son: for para, and y, nor ni, or -o, yet sin
embargo, so por t a n t o . L a s p r o p o s i c i o n e s i n d e p e n d i e n t e s s e e n l a z a n s o l a m e n t e
cuando estan relacionadas en idea o contenido.
Practica de Estructuras
I keep the magazine on the table. I kept fue magazine to read the
stories.
I sleep very well in this hotel. I slept all day yesterday.
I must creep into the room carefully. I crept into fue room last night.
We always deal with good We dealt with a very good salesgirl
salesclerks. last week.
I can leap over the water in the I leapt over lots of water this
street. morning.
They sweep the floor every day. They swept the floor an hour ago.
Did you weep because you enjoyed Have you ever wept after seeing a
the book? good stage show?
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 24,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
MICHAEL: I was told at the hotel that you have a 24-hour service
for processing film.
SALESGIRL: Yes, we do. Is your film black and white or color?
MICHAEL: It's a roll of 35 mm. color slides.
SALESGIRL: We can have your film ready by 4 o'clock tomorrow.
MICHAEL: That'll be fine. I just want to be sure that the picture I took
today on the boat come out all right.
SALESGIRL: Besides the developing, would you like some color prints
made up?
MICHAEL: I'd better wait to see if they turn out all right first.
SALESGIRL: Color prints take three days and enlargements take a week.
MICHAEL: That doesn't matter. I can have the prints made when I get back
home.
SALESGIRL: What's the name, please?
MICHAEL: M. Rivera.
SALESGIRL: At which hotel are you staying?
MICHAEL: I'm staying at the Grand Hotel.
Complementary Vocabulary
Nota:
Practica de Estructuras
I sometimes send a package back to I just sent one back last night.
the store.
Michael's company will build more They built three skyscrapers last
skyscrapers. year.
Tourists spend money on souvenirs. Tourists spent a great deal of money
on Souvenirs last year.
I can lend you the morning paper to Someone else lent it to me to read.
read.
If you are not careful, you will bend The bellboy bent it when he was here
this souvenir. yesterday.
Macy's often sends tables to your Macy's sent our new table by truck a
home by truck. week ago.
Michael and Isabel must spend If they haven't spent it all, they can
American money while they are in take some back to Latin
the United States. America with them.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Did you keep your jacket on last Yes, I kept my jacket on last night.
night?
Did you send the package back to Yes, I sent the package back to the
the store yesterday? store yesterday.
Did Michael's company build three Yes, Michael's company built three
skyscrapers last year? skyscrapers last year.
Did tourists spend a lot of money on Yes, tourists spent a lot oi money on
souvenirs last year? souvenirs last year.
Did you creep into the room without Yes, I crept into the room without
any noise? any noise.
Did the bellboy sweep the floor Yes, the bellboy swept the floor
yesterday? yesterday.
Did he lend you the book a week Yes, he lent me the book a week
ago? ago.
Did he bend the souvenir last night? Yes, he bent the souvenir last night.
Did she weep at the stage show Yes, she wept at the stage show
yesterday? yesterday.
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 25,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
Nota:
We put the cat out every night. We put the cat out last night.
The usually hit the ball hard. Last time they hit the ball hard.
We generally spread the newspaper Yesterday we spread the newspaper
out on the table. out on the table.
I always cut the paper. I already cut the paper.
Generally they let the bus stop This morning they let the bus stop
before they get off. before they got off.
I generally wet the clothes before I I wet the clothes before I ironed
iron them. them.
Preguntas y Respuestas. .
Why do you come here so often? I come here quite often because it's
so convenient to the apartment.
Why do you come here so often? I come here quite often because it's
so convenient to the bus stop.
Why do you come here so often? I come here quie often because it's
so convement to the coffee shop.
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 26,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
IS A B E L : H e r e ' s a t r a v e l b u r e a u . L e t ' s g o i n a n d f i n d o u t a b o u t t r a i n s g o i n g
to Connetticut.
MICHAEL: inside the Travel Bureau Excuse me. We'd like to inquire about a
train going to Windsor Locks, Connecticut.
ATTENDANT : Windsor Locks? That's right outside of Hartford, isn't it?
There's a train out of Grand Central Station, this afternoon at 2:20.
ISABEL: Is that the only train?
ATTENDANT: There's another train leaving in the morning at 7:06 a.m.
ISABEL: Michael, it's already 1 :45. I'm afraid we're not going
to be able to make the afternoon train.
ATTENDANT: If you have to get there tonight, why don't you rent a car and
drive up?
MICHAEL: Doesn't that cost a lot of money?
ATTENDANT: No, it's not very expensive. You can rent a small automobile
for as little as $8 a day plus eight cents a mile.
ISABEL: It sounds like a wonderful idea, but we don't want to get there too
late.
MICHAEL: How long will it take to drive up there?
ATTENDANT: It'll take about 2 and a half to 3 hours.
ISABEL: Michael, let's do it. That way we can also enjoy the scenery.
Complementary Vocabulary
Preguntas y Respuestas
Can you go on the train this I'm afraid we're not going to be able
afternoon? to make the morning train.
Can you go on the subway this I'm afraid we're not going to be able
afternoon? to make the evening subway.
Can you go to the meeting this I'm afraid we're not going to be able
evening? to make the morning meeting.
Can you go on the excursion this I'm afraid we're not ,going to be
evening? able to make the afternoon
excursion.
Can you go on the boat trip this I'm afraid we're nt going to be able
morning? to make the evening boat
trip.
Ejercicio de Escritura
1. Let's find out about boats going by Manhattan Island. the Statue of
Liberty
2. There's a train out of Grand Central Station this aftemoon at 12:20.
Windsor Locks
3. Is that the only train? subway
4. I'm afraid we're not going to be able to make the afternoon boat. catch
5. If you have to get there today, why don't you rent a car and drive up?
automobile
6. We don't want to get there too late. early
7. It'll take about two and a half hours. three hours and forty-five minutes
8. This way we can also enjoy the scenery while we drive. snap
pictures
UNIT 27,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Changing Money,
Complementary Vocabulary
That will give me enough time to change some money at the bank.
The clerk gave us a chance to buy some shirts.
Michael allowed her enough time to do some shopping.
The salesclerk gave Isabel the opportunity to pick out a good book.
One hundred dollars will give the Riveras enough money to rent the car.
This will provide us the opportunity to read the newspaper.
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas
Do you have some form of Yes, here's my passport.
identification? Passport.
Do you have some form of Yes, here's my International Credit
identification? Card.
Do you have some form of Yes, here's my company card.
identification?
How much American money do you I only need one hundred dollars.
want to exchange?
How much American money do you I only need a hundred fifty dollars
want to exchange?
How much American money do you I only need thirty-five dollars.
want to exchange?
Ejercicio de Escritura
1. When Isabel finished her shopping, where was she to meet Michael?
2. While Isabel was shopping, where did Michael go? write two places.
3. At what time were Isabel and Michael going to meet?
4. Who told Michael at which window he could exchange his Bolivars?
5. What was the number of the window where he exchanged the money?
6. What two forms of identification did Michael show the clerk?
7. How much American money did Michael get?
8. In what denominations did he want the money?
9. What did Michael write when he was asked to sign the form?
UNIT 28,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary
Oraciones Basicas
Preguntas y Respuestas
How many blue shirts would you I'll take six blue shirts.
like?
How many yellow dresses would you I'll take four yellow dresses.
like?
How many green skirts would you I'll take two green skirts.
like?
How many suits would you like? I'll take three white and one black
suit.
How many size medium sweaters I'll take five size medium sweaters.
would you like?
How many size 16-33 shirts would I'll take eight size 16-33 shirts.
you like?
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 29,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
ISABEL: Could you tell me where the Cosmetic Department is, please?
LADY AT INFORMATION BOOTH: Cosmetics are on the street floor. You
may go down the escalator in the center of the store or take the elevator.
ISABEL: I'd rather take the escalator. Where did you say it was?
LADY: Do you see that mannequin over there in the Fur Department?
ISABEL: You mean the mannequin under that big white sign saying July Fur
Sale?
LADY: Yes. The down escalator is directly behind the mannequin. You'll
have to walk down this aisle and then turn left.
ISABEL: Can't I just cross over diagonally to that department?
LADY: No, I'm afraid you can't get through that way.
ISABEL: Maybe it would be easier to take the elevator. I see it over there.
Thank you for the information.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
I cross over.
I can cross over.
Can I cross over?
Can't I cross over?
Can't I just cross over diagonally to that department?
I ride down.
I can ride down.
Can I ride down?
Can't I ride down?
Can't I just ride down the escalator?
We wait.
We can wait.
Can we wait?
Can't we wait?
Can't we just wait for the next plane?
He catches.
He can catch.
Can he catch?
Can't he catch?
Can't he just catch a bus at the nearest bus stop?
more mas
most -el, la, los, las- mas.
This is an expensive dining room table.
It is more expensive than that other one.
This is the most expensive of all three.
That is a beautiful dress you're wearing.
Yours is much more beautiful than mine.
You have the most beautiful green dress I have ever seen.
What an unusual gift!
This gift is more unusual than any other I received.
This is the most unusual display in the museum.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Would you like to have roast beef at No, I don't like roast beef.
Cavanaugh's?
Would you enjoy sightseeing in New Yes, It’s an interesting city for
York City? sightseeing.
Would you like to shop in a large No, I like to shop in small stores.
department store?
Do you like to ride an elevator better Yes, I like to ride the elevator a lot.
than ari escalator?
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 30,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
ISABEL: I'd like to buy a gift, but I don't know exactly what I want.
COSMETICIAN : Who is the gift for?
ISABEL: It's for the wife of my husband's manager.
COSMETICIAN: I think perfume would be appropriate.
ISABEL: That's what I was thinking, but I wasn't sure.
COSMETICIAN: May I suggest something light that's not too floral?
ISABEL: This bottle looks attractive. What is it?
COSMETICIAN: That perfume's called Rose Garden. It's made by the
House of Devlen. Here, try some.
ISABEL: Hmmm. It smells a little too sweet. How about that green bottle in
that case?
COSMETICIAN: That's called Morning Dew Drop. It has a refreshing scent.
I'm sure she'll like it, don't you?
ISABEL: Yes, I do like it. How much does it cost?
COSMETICIAN: This is a two-ounce bottle and it costs only $7.95, plus
tax.
ISABEL: All right. I'll take it. Can I have it gift-wrapped?
COSMETICIAN : Yes. Just take it over there. All gifts are wrapped by that
girl behind the counter.
Complementary Vocabulary
The refreshing perfume was the one El perfume de aroma fresco fue el
she liked best. que le gustó mas a ella
Today was even worse than Hoy fue aun peor que ayer.
yesterday.
This is the worst day he has had in a Este es el peor dia que el ha tenido
long time. en mucho tiempo.
We have many books on our Tenemos muchos libros en nuestros
bookshelves. anaqueles.
We have more books in the dining Tenemos mas libros en el comedor
room than in the living room. que en la estancia.
He was sick yesterday. El estuvo enfermo ayer.
He's completely well now. El esta del todo bien hoy.
She feels badly about the mistake. Ella siente mucho lo del error.
We have the most books in the den En la estancia pequeña tenemos mas
room. libros que en ninguna parte.
Nota:
* Den room significa literalmente guarida y se aplica por lo general a una
pequeña habitación de la casa, retirada y de ambiente intimo, que usan
grandes y chicos de la familia para
reunirse informalmente.
Preguntas y Respuestas
What did Isabel decide to buy? She bought Morning Dew Drop
perfume.
Morning Dew Drop has a refreshing Yes, it does.
scent, doesn't it?
Do you think $7.95 is a lot to pay for No, that's not too much to pay for
a two ounce bottle of perfume? good perfume.
Did Isabel have the package gift- Yes, it was wrapped at the gift-wrap
wrapped before she left the Counter.
department store?
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
I'd like to buy a book but I don't know exactly what kind I want.
I'd like to buy a briefcase, but I don't know exactly what kind I, want.
I'd like to buy some magazines, but I don't know exactly what kind I want.
1. I think perfume would be very appropriate.
2. May I suggest something beautiful?
3. How about that green book on the table?
4. Did you see many skycrapers on your tour of New York?
5. When can you meet us? At seven o'clock?
6. Shall we meet at the restaurant?
7. Do you need some more film for our camera?
8. Let's have dinner in the kitchen tonigh
Dialogue,
A Conversation,
UNIT 31,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Renting an Automobile,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas
How much does a Ford sedan rent A Ford sedan rents for $10 a day,
for? plus 10 cents a mile,
How much does a compact car rent A compact car rents for $7 a day,
for? plus 7 cents a mile,
Who pays for the gas and oil? The rental agency pays for the gas
and oil,
When a deposit is required, how A deposit of $20 a day is generally
much is it? required.
When is a deposit not required? When you have a credit card a
deposit is not required.
When is a rental car checked by A car is checked each time it is
mechanics? returned to the rental agency.
Why did the Riveras need to rent a They rented a car because the
car to get to Hartford? train schedule was not convenient,
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
The taxi takes Michael and Isabel from the airport to the hotel.
Yesterday the taxi took Michael and Isabel from the airport to the hotel.
UNIT 32
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Fall was late arriving this year. El otoño se retrasó empezó tarde
este año.
Winter started very early this year. El invierno se adelantó empezó
temprano este año.
Exit 11 came fast. La salida 11 vino rapido.
They waited a long time before the Esperaron mucho tiempo antes de
show began. que empezara el espectaculo.
We'll be driving right from the house. Nos iremos en coche directamente
desde la casa.
Get it on the shelf in the living room. Tómalo del anaquel en la sala.
Slow down, we have lots of time. Despacio, tenemos mucho tiempo.
No, the top of the counter has too No, encima del mostrador hay
many things on it. demasiadas cosas.
Isabel bought shoes for a friend. Isabel compró zapatos para una
amiga.
Michael packed suits for the trip. Michael empacó unos trajes para el
viaje
Isabel bought these shoes for a Which shoes did Isabel buy for a
friend. friend?
Michael packed those suits for the Which suits did Michael pack
trip for the trip?
We take this exit for Windsor Locks. Which exit do we take for Windsor
Locks?
She wants these shirts for herself. Which shirts does she want for
herself?
We have to stop to telephone. Why do we have to stop to
telephone?
We just drive straight through. Why don't we just drive straight
through?
We can't leave in half an hour. Why can't we leave in half an hour?
Preguntas y Respuestas
Which exit will take us to New York You will take Exit 32 to New York
City? City.
Which way do we turn on high way Turn right on Highway 254.
254?
How far is it to New York City? It's about 24 miles at the most.
Where's the nearest telephone? It's about 7 miles down the road.
How far is the next restaurant? It's about 17 miles ahead.
Why didn't the Riveras just drive They though it would be better to
straight through? stop and telephone the Morgans.
Did the Riveras arrive a little earlier No, they arrived a little later than
than they had planned? they had planned,
Ejercicio de escritura
UNIT 33,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
Michael is an engineer.
Isabel is excited.
Michael is in Hartford.
Isabel is a housewife.
Mary is her sister.
The food was delicious.
The parkway is pleasant to drive along.
Mister Peterson is from Baltimare.
The Morgans are on Second Street.
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
Take a drive on Sunday. Would you like to take a drive next
Sunday?
UNIT 34,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas,
Practica de Estructuras
We're expecting you. We've been expecting you.
They're visiting friends in the They've been visiting friends in the
suburbs. suburbs.
I'm sleeping eight hours every night. I've been sleeping eight hours every
night.
The Petersons are walking through The Petersons have been walking
Central Park. through Central Park.
We're hoping you will come with us. We've been hoping you'll come with
us.
He's saving his money to buy a new He's been saving his money to buy a
bicycle. new bicycle.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Hello. This is the White residence. I'd like to speak to Mister White,
To whom do you wish to speak? please.
Who should I say is calling? This is Mister Green. I'm with the
Acme Company
Hello. How are you? I'm fine, thanks.
When are you coming to visit us? We'll be glad to come next week-end.
Well hello, Fred. How are you? I'm just fine.
I haven't seen you for a month. Everyone is in good health.
How's the family?
I hear you've moved: What's your 219 Lake Shore Drive.
new address?
Can you bring your family to our Yes, we'd love to come.
house for dinner next Sunday?
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
you are giving your friend instructions on how to get to your house.
You are giving your friend information about how to get to your house.
You will drive past a gas stationo n Highway 30. Turn right at the first
avenue.Go down next Street for thirteen blocks. Turn right at the next stop
sign. Drive straight ahead for about half mile. Turn at the right of Third and
Henry Streets. Our adress is Henry Street. If you can't find our house, call
from the garden, in the drugstore.
UNIT 35,
Vocabulary,
MISTER MORGAN: Welcome to Windsor Locks. I'm happy to see you again,
Mister Rivera.
MICHAEL: I'm very glad to be here. I'd like to present my wife, Isabel.
Isabel, this is Mister Morgan who is the manager of the Connecticut office.
ISABEL: I'm so happy that I could accompany my husband.
MISTER MORGAN: We are delighted that you could make th trip.
Let's go inside where my wife is waiting. Allce, I'd like you to meet Mister
and Mistress Rivera.
Mistress MORGAN: It's a pleasure to have you visit us.
MICHAEL: The pleasure is ours.
ISABEL: How do you do.
MISTER MORGAN: This is our son, John, who answered the telephone.
JOHN: How do you do.
MICHAEL: Hello, John.
ISABEL: I'm glad to meet you, John.
MISTER MORGAN: Where's our daughter? I guess she must be upstairs.
Mistress MORGAN: Margaret will be down in just a minute.
MISTER MORGAN: Why don't we all go into the living room?
Mistress MORGAN: Yes, that's a good suggestion. Dinner will soon be
ready. Mistress Rivera, you may be tired from the trip. Would you like to
freshen up a bit?
ISABEL: Yes, thank you, I would.
Oraciones Basicas
Had Michael ever met Mister or Yes, he had met Mister Morgan
Mistress Morgan?
Had Isabel ever met Mister or No, she had not met either of them
Mistress Morgan? before.
What is Mister Morgan's job with the Mister Morgan is the manager of the
electronics company? main oflice of the company.
Who is John? John is the son of Mister and
Mistress Morgan,
Who is Margaret? Margaret is Mister and Mistress
Morgan's daughter.
Margaret is the daughter of Mister
and Mistress, Morgan.
Who are Mister and Mistress They are John and Margaret's
Morgan? parents.
Where was Margaret when the She was upstairs in the Morgan's
Rivera's arrived? house.
Were the Morgan's glad to have the Yes, they were delighted that they
Rivera's visit them? could visit them.
Who answered the telephone when John Morgan answered the
Michael called? telephone.
Ejercicio de escritura
Ejemplo:
pick up
Michael stopped to pick up a book from the library .
1. hope for
2. wear with
3. return by
4. stop at
5. write to
6. sail from
7. check on
8. tell about
UNIT 36,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
He is friendly. El es amigable.
She became his bride. Ella llegó a ser su novia.
He became a concert pianist. El llegó a ser concertista de piano.
She seems to enjoy herself. Ella parece estar divirtiendose.
He seemed a good opera singer. El parecia un buen cantante de
ópera.
We sang in the opera. Cantamos en la ópera.
The boys sank their paper boat. Los muchachos hundieron su barco
de papel.
They swam all the way across the Nadaron hasta cruzar al otro lado del
river. rio.
We have drunk lots of lemonade. Hemos tomado mucha limonada.
It was very enjoyable weather in El tiempo estaba muy agradable en
Washington. Washington.
This magazine may start a new Esta revista puede iniciar una nueva
trend. tendencia.
He is a friend. He is friendly.
She is his wife.
They are very happy.
Susan is interesting to talk to.
She became his bride.
They became delighted.
He became a concert pianist.
Susan became interesting to talk to.
He is here.
He seemed friendly.
The newspaper is on the table.
She seems to enjoy herself.
Henry Street is straight ahead.
He seemed a good opera singer.
Practica de Estructuras,
They rang the bell several times. They've rung the bell several
times.
The boys sank their paper boat. The boys have sunk their paper
boats.
They swam all the way across the They've swum all the way across the
river. river.
We drank the last of the lemonade. We've drunk the last of the
lemonade.
The shirts shrank just a little. The shirts have shrank just a little.
You came just in time. You've come just in time.
They left their car at our house. They've left their car at our house.
They both became concert pianists. They've become concert pianists.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Do you think you would like to try the Yes, I think it would be good No, I
roast? don't like to try new foods
Does the Morgan family like roast. Yes, the children especially like it.
Is John going to do the same kind of No, John plans to become a
work that his father does? musician.
Where does John want to study John wants to study at the Boston
music? Conservatory of Music.
What musical events do the Morgans They like to attend the Metropolitan
like to attend? Opera in New York and the Boston
Symphony Orchestra concerts.
Did everyone go to the living room No, only the men went to the living
for coffee? room.
What did the ladies do? They chatted in another room of the
house.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
chat
Isabel and Allce chatted in the kitchen.
1. speak 2. present 3. rent 4. wrap 5. return 6. build 7.
ring 8. snap
UNIT 37,
Vocabulary,
project , to take a look at it to go over it
to appreciate branch branch office
cup to discuss expansion
to get under way it'll to set up
proposals sharp at 11 o'clock sharp
talking shop .
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
There are many people watching the Hay mucha gente viendo el desfile.
parade.
There is the escalator near the Alla esta la escalera electrica, cerca
cosmetic department. del departamento de cosmeticos.
John will have entered the Boston John habra ingresado en el
Conservatory of Music by next Conservatorio de Música de Boston
March. el próximo marzo.
Your Uncle Fred will have received En este momento tu tio Fred ya
the gift we sent by now. habra recibido el regalo que le
enviamos.
There are several meetings to attend Hay varias juntas para asistir el
on Thursday. jueves.
He should begin his job this Friday. El Debe empezar su trabajo este
viernes.
I will finish the business with my Terminare el negocio con mi cliente
client by noon. para el mediodia.
Oraciones Basicas
Practica de Estructuras,
Mister Morgan will complete his job Mister Morgan will have completed
by 11 o'clock. his job by 11 o'clock.
John will become a musician by the John will have become a musician by
time he is 21. the time he is 21.
Uncle Fred will receive the gift by Uncle Fred will have received the gift
tomorrow. by tomorrow.
The Petersons will return their The Petersons will have returned
rented car by then. their rented car by then.
John will enter the Boston John will have entered the Boston
Conservatory of Music by next Conservatory of Music by
March. next March.
I will finish the business with my I'll have finished the business with
client by noon. my client by noon.
Preguntas y Respuestas
What did Michael and Mister Morgan They discussed the next day's
do after dinner? conference.
What information did Mister Morgan Mister Morgan told Michael that
give Michael? proposals are being considered
for expansion in Latin America.
What may be set up in Argentina A new branch office may be set up in
later this year? Argentina.
Where will Michael meet Mister Michael will meet Mister Morgan in
Morgan at 10:30? his office.
At what time will the business The conference will start at 11
conference start? o'clock sharp.
Do you think Michael will find the Yes, the conference should be very
conference interesting? interesting.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo: address
My address is 9601 Broadway.
1. The Metropolitan Opera Company. 2. dishes 3. reservation 4. Isabel 5.
suit and shirt 6. letter 7. briefcase 8. son
UNIT 38,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
ISABEL: I was very pleased to get your telephone call this morning.
MISTRESS MORGAN: While the men are busy with their conference, we can
enjoy the day here in Hartford.
ISABEL: I suppose there are many cultural advantages in living in a large
city like Hartford.
MISTRESS MORGAN: As a matter of fact, I was just going to suggest that
we visit the Hartford Gallery of Art where they are showing French
impressionistic paintings.
ISABEL: How exciting Some of my favorite paintings are of that style.
MISTRESS MORGAN: The exhibit will last just a few days more, so I
thought it would be a good idea to see it today.
ISABEL: I wouldn't dream of not seeing it.
MISTRESS MORGAN: Next month they're showing some modern American
paintings. I think you would enjoy that.
ISABEL: I'm sure I would enjoy it. I wish we could be here for the
ocasion.
MISTRESS MORGAN: After our visit to the museum, we can have lunch
downtown near the department stores.
ISABEL: I'm always in favor of being able to do some shopping.
MISTRESS MORGAN: If we go to G. Fox & Co.'s Fashion Center, we can
see some of the latest models that have just been imported from Europe,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas,
Practica de Estructuras,
How did Isabel feel about spending She was very pleased.
the day in Hartford with Mistress
Morgan?
What did Isabel and Mistress They went to the Hartford Gallery of
Morgan do during the day? Art and then shopping.
What size city is Hartford? Hartford is a large city.
What special exhibit of paintings was There was a special showing of
being held at the gallery? French impressionistic paintings.
Does Isabel like to look at French Yes, some of her favorite paintings
impressionistic paintings? are of that style.
What exhibit will be showing at the An exhibit of modern American
gallery next month? paintings.
Does Isabel also like to see modern Yes, she is sorry to have to miss that
American paintings? exhibit.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
We are having a marvelous time during our trip to the United States.
Dear family,
We landed in New York on thursday and spent thirteen days
sightseeing in New York City. We saw the statue of liberty and Broadway
and we took a boat ride. We met some very friendly Americans who invited
us have dinner to with them at a very good restaurant.
Y esterday we rent a car and drove here to Hartford, Connecticut. Mister
Morgan and his family have 2 children. While
Michael and Mister Morgan were at the conference, Mistress Morgan and I
spent the day in town gallery and shopping.
UNIT 39,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Nota:
Practica de Estructuras,
They went to the baseball game last They've gone to the baseball game
week. today.
They came to visit us last week. They've come to visit us for a few
hours.
He went to call a policeman. He's goin to call a policeman.
They drove the old car last year. They've driven the old car all year.
Margaret took the day off yesterday. Margaret's taken the day off today.
The children broke two glasses at The children have broken all the
the party. glasses.
The secretary did all the work she The secretary's done most of the
was asked to do. work.
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura.
Ejemplo:
play
He plays baseball every Tuesday.
1. appreciate
2. freshen up
3. delight
4. import
5. agree
6. remember
7. make
8. join
UNIT 40,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
She sold them two tickets. Ella les vendió dos boletos.
She sold the pen and pencil set. Ella vendió el juego de pluma y
lapicero.
Which of these ties do you like best? ¿Cual de estas corbatas te te gusta
mas?
She'd already finished the Ella ya habia terminado el
manuscript when he arrived. manuscrito cuando el llegó.
They'd appreciated our efforts even Habian apreciado nuestros esfuerzos
before we helped them. aun antes de que los
ayudaramos.
Fred had guessed it would happen Fred habia adivinado que sucederia
because he knew the Television was porque sabia que la televisión
broken. estaba descompuesto.
Isabel had already signed the check Isabel ya habia firmado el cheque
before she took a close look at it. antes de examinarlo con cuidado.
John had touched the dish before he John habia tocado el plato antes de
knew it was hot. saber que estaba caliente.
Oraciones Basicas
She had telephoned every single client by the time we finished the report.
She'd already finished the manuscript when he arrived.
We'd considered driving that route when the station attendant told us it was
good road.
They'd appreciated our efforts even before we helped them.
Isabel had already, signed the check befor she took a close look at it.
Preguntas y Respuestas
What is the electronic item to be The electronic computer Model
introduced in Latin America? number 410 will be introduced
in Latin America.
Does Michael think the computer will Yes, he does.
sell in Latin America?
How did Michael's office help get Michael and his secretary helped
ready for the introduction of the with the marketing research.
computer?
How did Michael's secretary help She telephoned many clients and got
with the marketing research? information.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
interesting book.
Margaret read a very interesting book.
This interesting book would make a nice gift.
Dialogue,
UNIT 41,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
MISTER WALTERS: I'm happy to say that our sales for the last twelve
months have gone up 14.5% over last year's.
MISTER MORGAN: We mustn't overlook the fact that similar increases can
be shown for our two nearest competitors.
MISTER WALTERS: That's quite true, Jim, but they haven't spent the money
in development and expansion that we have.
MICHAEL: I'd like to add that the gross profits this past year in Venezuela
alone have risen 23.
Mistress BUCKLEY: That may very well be the case for this year. However,
the latest research reports show that our overseas markets are becoming
more and more competitive.
MISTER MORGAN: Hopefully, our new model will attract many small
concerns who have never used electronic computers before.
MICHAEL: We've lost many costumers simply because we haven't been able
to promise delivery in less than ten weeks.
MISTER BENSON: Mister Rivera, when our new shipping service goes into
effect this month, you can expect better performance in that area.
I'd like to add that the gross profits this past year in Venezuela alone have
risen 23%.
I'd like to add that it would be quicker to take the subway.
That may very well be the case for this year.
That may very well be the case for now, but .
Hopefully, our new model will attract many small concerns.
Hopefully, our computer will sell well.
Hopefully, that won't happen again.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas,
Practica de Estructuras,
Nota:
Preguntas y Respuestas,
What did Mister Walter's report Sales have risen over the past last
about sales in the months say? twelve year.
What is going to be done to make a New shipping service will be put into
delivery more rapid? effect.
Would you expect there to be some Yes, some changes will have to be
changes made in Michael's branch made.
office soon?
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
over there
You'll find the fruit over there.
1. about four-fifteen
2. down
3. actually
4. before
5. up
6. around
7. carefully,
8. under
UNIT 42,
Vocabulary
Dialogue,
MICHAEL: By cutting our shipping costs, we can reduce our prices to a level
that's lower than that of any computers being sold in Latin America.
MISTER MORGAN: But that might also bring about a serious cutback in
shipping service.
Mistress BUCKLEY: That's right. Any delay in transportation would hold up
deliveries for at least two or three weeks. We'll have to look elsewhere for
cuts in our expenditures.
MISTER WALTERS: The report from our Engineering Division claims that the
new integrated circuits in our new models will bring about greater
production.
MISTER MORGAN: Yes, there are up to 250 fewer parts in our desk model
computer.
MISTER WALTERS: With lower costs in the manufacturing process, we'll be
able to put more into advertising to help stimulate sales.
MISTER MORGAN: That makes good sense in view of the fact that
maintenance problems will be practically eliminated.
MICHAEL: I would like to recommend that the new models be introduced
through a separate advertising campaign.
MISTER WALTERS: I agree, Mr, Rivera. A separate promotional campaign
will also give your technicians the necessary time to acquaint themselves
with the new machines,
That's right.
I agree.
You're correct.
We'll have to look elsewhere for cuts in our expenditures.
We'll have to look elsewhere for that information.
We'll have to look elsewhere for ways to increase production.
That makes good sense in view of the fact that problems will be eliminated.
That makes good sense in view of the fact that we don't have enough time.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Which does he like better, cold ¿Cual le gusta más a él, el pavo frio
turkey or warm turkey? o el pavo caliente?
What should I use to dry up the ¿Que debo usar para recoger el
water? agua?
Where would Isabel like the sheets ¿Dónde le gustaria a Isabel que se
kept? guardaran las sabanas?
I read that book recently. Lei ese libro recientemente.
Handle this dish the most carefully of
De todos los platos, maneja este con
all. el mayor cuidado.
John speaks English fluently. John habla el ingles con soltura.
Hold the cup and saucer carefully. Sostenga la taza y el plato con
cuidado.
He likes to work independently. A el le gusta trabajar
independientemente.
He works the most independent of all De todos sus condiscipulos, el es el
his classmates. mas independiente.
Oraciones Basicas
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas
Ejercicio de Escritura
Ejemplo:
for the next hour
We will be waiting here for the next hour.
1. into the dining room
2. from San Francisco
3. with her sister
4. of this month
5. on the coffee table
6. for us
7. at the train station
8. by lunch time
UNIT 43,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
Preguntas y Respuestas
Should Isabel and Michael pack in They should pack their clothes
separate suitcases or together in one together in one suitcase.
suitcase?
Shall I serve the drinks in cups or Serve the drinks in glasses this time.
glasses?
Do you prefer a rough road or a I prefer a smooth road.
smooth road?
Does she think the perfume smells She thinks the perfume smells
floral or refreshing? refreshing.
Should the boys start with their right They should all start with their right
foot or their left foot? foot.
Are you expecting a few people or We are expecting many people to
many people to come? come.
Which is your favorite game, I like football best.
baseball or football?
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 44,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas
Were Michael and Isabel ready to No, they still had some things to do
leave Windsor Locks when Mister before they could leave.
Walters called?
Was Mister Walters ready to leave No, he still had some things to do at
for New York when he talked to the office.
Michael?
Was Mistress Walters interested in Yes, she wanted to go along.
going to New York?
Did Michael think it would be more Yes, he did think it would be fun.
fun to travel with four more people
than with two?
What did Michael say that would be Michael said, "The more, the
more fun? merrier."
Ejercicio de Escritura,
UNIT 45,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
MISTER WALTERS: It's much more enjoyable driving to the city with you,
than it is going on a crowded train.
MICHAEL: I've always liked this kind of spontaneous arrangement, Mister
Walters.
Mistress WALTERS: I'm happy to get the chance to meet you both.
ISABEL: I'm especially glad to have the chance to hear more about the
United States. We have so little time left before we have to return.
MISTER WALTERS: It has been a short stay, hasn't it? Nevertheless, I'm
sure you'll be glad to return home to your family and friends.
Mistress WALTERS: Who knows, Mister Rivera? Some day you might come
back to the United States to work for a longer period of time.
MICHAEL: That would be wonderful, if there were a good reason for coming.
MISTER WALTERS: Your field of speciazation is one of the highest paid in
the whole country.
MICHAEL: I'm sure of that. I imagine my wife would be reluctant, however,
to be so far away from her family.
ISABEL: Come on, Mister Rivera. Mistress Rivera would be ready to come
back in no time at all. All that shopping and all those museums won me over
completely.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Michael has a credit card in his Michael tiene una tarjeta de credito
pocket. en su bolsillo.
The bill totaled eight dollars. La cuenta fue de ocho dólares.
Each steak weighed fifteen ounces. Cada bistec pesó quince onzas.
We are looking for a radio that has Estamos buscando una radio que
good reception. tenga buena recepción.
Here is my bottle of hand lotion that Aqui esta mi botella de loción para
belongs on my dresser. las manos que tiene un lugar en mi
tocador.
They bought these types of Ellos compraron estos tipos de
souvenirs. recuerdos.
Oraciones Basicas
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas,
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 46
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
Job Opportunities,
Vocabulary Complementario,
Oraciones Basicas
Preguntas y Respuestas
How's business in your country these Business is pretty good right now.
days?
Are the manufacturing corporations Yes, production is high.
producing lots of things to sell?
Do most people have the money to Yes, they can buy the things they
buy the things they need? really need.
If a company lowered its prices, Yes, they would.
would people buy more?
Not all companies pay their No, some companies pay their
employees a good salary ,do they? employees very little.
Ejercicio de Escritura
En el cassette 8. Lado A escucha el dictado 46 y escribelo todo.
UNIT 47,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
ATTENDANT: I have to check the mileage. That's 9476, and you started
with 9006.
MICHAEL: That makes exactly 470 miles round trip, or 235 miles each way.
ATTENDANT: Four hundred seventy miles at seven cents a mile is thirty-two
ninety. In addition, there's a three-day rental charge: three times seven, or
twenty-one dollars. Fifty-three ninety, plus five percent tax totals exactly
fifty-six dollars and sixty cents.
MICHAEL: Is that what I owe you?
ATTENDANT: Probably not. You must've gotten some gas. Do you have the
recepits?
MICHAEL: I think I do. I must have put them here in this pocket.
ATTENDANT: If you wish, you may just sign for it and be billed later.
ISABEL: Make sure we don't leave anything behind.
MICHAEL: I packed whatever was in the hotel room.
ISABEL: But, Michael, I can't find the brown package.
MICHAEL: I thought I'd taken everything out. However, I’ll
check the trunk again to make sure.
ISABEL: There's no brown package there?
MICHAEL: Isn't that the one you were showing to Margaret, the
Morgan's daughter?
ISABEL: Yes, that's the one; it has the prints I bought at the
Hartford Art Gallery .
MICHAEL: Oh, yes. Now I remember where I put it. It's in the
large suitcase.
Complementary Vocabulary,
Practica de Estructuras
Preguntas y Respuestas,
When Michael returned the rented He'd driven less than five hundred
had he driven more or less than five miles.
hundred miles?
Did his total car rental bill come to No, it came to about fifty dollars.
about one hundred dollars?
Had Michael remembered to save the Yes, he must've had trouble finding
recepits he got when buying gas? them.
Had Michael and Isabel lost the No, Michael had just forgotten where
prints? he put them.
When Isabel unpacks, where'll she In the large suitcase.
find the prints?
Would Isabel have been very happy No, Isabel liked those prints very
if the prints had really been lost? much.
Where had Isabel bought the prints? At the Hartford Art Gallery.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
MICHAEL: Hello, Emilio, how are you? I just got the message that you had
called.
EMILIO: Hello, Michael. When did you and Isabel arrive in the United
States?
MICHAEL: We landed in New York several days ago. Then we drove to a
conference in Connecticut and just returned a few minutes ago.
EMILIO: The folks wrote to tell me that you were coming.
MICHAEL: We'd have written to you ourselves, if we had known your
address.
EMILIO: I wouldn't have gotten the letter, because I was out of
town. Anyway, I called because I'd like you and Isabel to come out and
see me.
MICHAEL: Are you serious California's three thousand miles away.
EMILIO: What difference does that make? You could return home directly
from here.
MICHAEL: I simply couldn't spare the time, Emilio. I'm not a student any
more like you, you know.
EMILIO: Listen, working in the field of Television is hard, even though
you're just going to school.
MICHAEL: I suppose it is hard work. How's it coming along?
EMILIO: Fine. This is my last year. I'm studying mostly set production and
costuming. Why don't you come out and see for yourselves?
MICHAEL: Well, Isabel is nodding energetically. So that means we'll come.
Complementary Vocabulary,
The man is giving the speech. The man giving fue speech is Mister
The man is Mister Roland. Roland.
The lady telephoned last night. The lady who telephoned last night
The lady had fue wrong number. had fue wrong number.
You are holding a pillow. The pillow you are holding be longs
The pillow belongs in the bedroom. in the bedroom.
He is standing on a rug. The rug he is standing on is
The rug is Ecuadorian. Ecuadorian.
Practica de Estructuras,
Preguntas y Respuestas :
What are your favorite Sports? My favorite sports are football and
baseball.
What are your favorite foods? My favorite foods are eggs, ham, and
fruit salad.
What are your favorite colors? My favorite colors are green, red,
and yellow.
What kind of work do you like to do I like to make things, and I like to
best? write.
What do you like to do for I like to take pictures and travel.
enjoyment?
Do you enjoy talking to friends by Yes, I do.
telephone?
Do you like to make long distance Yes, I like to talk to the family far
phone calls? away.
Do you like to listen to music? Yes, I like to listen to many kinds of
music.
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 49,
Vocabulary,
cab doorman flight
fligh time last minute last minute shopping
identification
Dialogue,
Complementary Vocabulary,
Oraciones Basicas
They visited the United States for They visited the United States for
only 2 weeks. only 2 weeks, but saw a great deal.
They saw a great deal.
The Riveras will get there by4:30. The Riveras will get there by 4:30 or
The Riveras will take a later flight . take a later flight.
Isabel found the knife. Isabel found the knife and cut the
Isabel cut the roast. roast.
Practica de Estructuras,
Does Michael speak English fluently? Yes, Michael speaks English very
well.
Do you speak English fluently now? Yes, I speak English very well now.
If you practice oftener, will you Yes, I can learn to speak like a
speak perfectly soon? native.
Do you want to speak English Yes, I want to speak English
correctly? correctly.
Do you drive to work rapidly or I drive slowly because there is a lot
slowly? of traffic.
What are the different types of People can go downtown by bus, car,
transportation people use to get taxi, train, or subway.
downtown in your city?
Ejercicio de Escritura
UNIT 50,
Vocabulary,
Dialogue,
At the Airport,
Complementary Vocabulary,
The wind blew through the trees. El viento sopló entre los arboles.
Oraciones Basicas
She’s a visitor
She's welcome.
John’s in California.
John works there.
Peter finished the book
They became American citizens
He seemed happy
They have a new car
Practica de Estructuras,
Mister Harris was worried about the guests; his wife was perfectly calm.
Mister Harris was worried about the guests, but his wife was perfectly calm.
Mister Harris was worried about the guests. His wife was perfectly calm.
The sun was shining; the day was very warm.
The sun was shining, but the day was very cold.
The sun was shining and the birds were singing.
The wind blew through the trees. The leaves fell everywhere.
We wanted to sit on a bench, but it was too cold.
The whole group decided to go to Cavanaugh's so they phoned for a
reservation.
Ralph picked up the books; Susan picked up the magazines.
Preguntas y Respuestas
When you get to the airport, where You confirm your reservation at the
do you confirm your reservation? ticket counter.
Do you check your luggage at the Yes, the ticket clerk or stewardess
same counter? will check your luggage for you.
Do they let you carry any small bags Yes, you can carry small bags on the
on the plane? plane if you want to.
What will the stewardess bring the She'll bring you magazines or
passengers to read while they're newspapers.
fiying?
Is the food served while in flight Yes, the food served on planes is
usually good? very good.
Ejercicio de Escritura
Dialogue,
ISABEL: Michael, would you hold my bag while I take off my hat?
MICHAEL: Yes, let me help you. Would you like to sit by the window?
ISABEL: Yes, I would. There's such a beautiful view when the plane circles
the airport after taking off.
MICHAEL: It certainly is a pleasant day for flying.
STEWARDESS: Fasten your seat belts, please. We're about to take off.
ISABEL: Michael, ask her when we'll be arriving in San Francisco?
MICHAEL: Miss, how long is the flight to San Francisco?
STEWARlESS: The flying time between New York and San Francisco is
about five hours and thirty minutes.
LOUDSPEAXER: Good aftemoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome. We hope
you enjoy your flight to San Francisco.