Camping adventures 1 - Typical situation

VOCABULARY
Arithmetic The branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and
manipulation of numbers. The use of numbers in counting and
calculation.
Astonished Surprise or impress greatly.
Awake To become conscious after having slept.
Because By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
E.g. I hid myself because I was afraid.
Below The opposite of above. E.g.: The first floor is below the second
floor.
Chilly Unpleasantly cold.
Competitive Strongly desiring to be more successful than others.
Cow A fully grown female animal of a domesticated breed of ox.
Exact Precisely agreeing with a standard, a fact, or the truth; neither
exceeding nor falling short in any respect.
Excuse To provide an excuse for; to explain, with the aim of alleviating
guilt or negative judgment.
Fail To be unsuccessful in an undertaking.
Finished To complete something.
Firstly In the first place; before anything else; first.
Freezing Below 0º, very cold.
Height The measurement of someone or something from head to foot or
from base to top.
Marmalade A preserve made from citrus fruit, especially bitter oranges.
Minimum Smallest or lowest in amount, extent, or intensity.
Mistake An error; a blunder.
Pillow A rectangular cloth bag stuffed with feathers, wadding, or other
soft materials, used to support the head when lying or sleeping.
Preference The selection of one thing or person over others.
Pretty Attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful.
Relaxed Having an easy-going mood or temperament.
E.g.: He's a relaxed kind of guy, he never lets himself get upset.
Science A particular discipline or branch of learning, especially one
dealing with measurable or systematic principles rather than
intuition or natural ability.
Slice A thin, broad piece of food cut from a larger portion.
Spicy Flavored with spice.
Swap A roughly equal exchange of two comparable things.
Temperature The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.
Thick Heavy in build; thickset.

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To disappoint Fail to fulfill the hopes or expectations of.

To embarrass Cause to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed.
To recognize To know someone or something, to be familar in some way.
E.g.: I recognized him because I had a photo.
Volcano A mountain or hill having a crater or vent through which lava,
rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas are or have been erupting
from the earth's crust.
Wherever In or to whatever place.

TYPICAL SITUATION - CAMPING ADVENTURES 1. LISTEN AND

REPEAT
A: Hey, Daniel, are you awake yet? Get out of the van and look at this. You won't be
disappointed.
B: Esther, have you any idea what the time is? I'm pretty relaxed where I am, thank you
and I don't want to get out of bed yet.
A: I am always astonished at how long it takes you to get ready in the morning. Come
on and get up!
B: What's the temperature out there? It is so freezing inside the van.
A: I don't know exactly. There must still be a slight chill because I can see my breath in
the air, but it can't be below freezing like it was last night. The sun is out and
everything is fine.
B: Alright then. Phew, it's hard to take my ear off the pillow. I don't know why I am so
sleepy.
A: That's because of the fresh air. Do you want some toast? I'm making some now and
I'm going to serve breakfast in a minute.
B: I'd love some, thank you. I'm getting up now to give you a hand.
A: Great, I could do with some help. Can you make the coffee?
B: Sure.
A: Only not as strong as yesterday, please.
B: That was my mistake. I didn't calculate the right amount of coffee exactly. How
much do I need to use?
A: Don't ask me! How should I know? Can you look at the packet? It's not rocket
science.
B: Alright. I'm looking at the instructions now. How much is three tablespoons with
this? I don't think it's the same because the one I have is a bit smaller.
A: Is it a teaspoon?
B: I suppose it is.
A: There are about 3 teaspoons to a tablespoon.
B: Well, how many teaspoons is that then?

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A: Come on. That's basic arithmetic or do you need to use a calculator and pencil? That
way you'll have no excuse for making the same mistake again.
B: Hey Esther, that's enough! Have you finished speaking to me like that or are you
trying to make me feel embarrassed? I'm here with you doing my best to help, aren't
I? Wherever that is.
A: Daniel, you know where it is, we're halfway between Edinburgh and Fort William on
the moors of Glencoe. Sorry for speaking to you like that. I just want you to relax
and think a bit more sometimes. You know it's not too difficult, especially here.
B: I want to relax. You know that as much as I do. Sometimes I think if you can
recognize I'm not as competitive as you, things would be easier. I know I make some
embarrassing mistakes.
A: Fine, Daniel. I see what you are trying to tell me.
B: Good, because at the minimum I want you to see that and accept it. I don't want to
think I'm failing at everything all the time.
A: Please, I know sometimes I overdo it. Whenever you think I'm being too much, just
tell me. I don't want to fight with you.
B: I know you don't and neither do I. Not thinking too much about everything's my
preference, OK? For me life is not as complex as it is for you.
A: Yes, you know I don't mind. I love it. Please don't feel disappointed with me.
B: Thanks. Wow, it is pretty, isn't it? Just look at that. Are they volcanoes?
A: They look like it, but they're mountains. They're very old so the top is not pointed,
they're round like volcanoes are. They're also smaller than the mountains where we
come from, but because they are covered with snow, I think they look taller. What do
you think?
B: I suppose so. Yes, they do look a different height than they really are. Do you want
some of this thick marmalade for your toast?
A: No thanks. I'm fine with this toast unless you have something spicy.
B: We don't have anything spicy. I would swap this toast for a nice spicy curry like the
one we had in York two nights ago. I'm so hungry I could eat that cow in the field
over there.
A: Me too. I have eaten four slices of toast already.
B: How about your coffee? Do you want it now?
A: Yes, please, I'd love some now. Thanks.
B: Here you are.
A: Thanks, Daniel. Mmm! That tastes great.

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