Speak with Me, Julia

SPEAKING CLASS
LEVEL 1 ( ELEMENTARY LEVEL)

By
Tchel JULIA
 SPEAKING CLASS (LEVEL 1)

WEEK 1

Day 1

Topic - My Three Best Friends

- Names/Ages/Occupations
- He/she good at
- He/she likes
- He/she dislikes
- Home addresses
- Favorite things (food, toy, animal, fruit, etc..)

Questions

(1) When did you meet with them?

(2) Where did you meet with them?
(3) Why are they the best friends for you?
(4) Do you love them so much? Why?
(5) If you have a chance to travel with them, where would you like to go?

Daily Conversations

(1) Phone call at work.

James: Hello?
Linda : Hi, is James there please?
James: Yes. Who’s calling?
Linda : Linda.
James: One moment please.
Linda : Ok.
James: Hello?
Linda : What are you doing now?
James: I’m working.
Linda : Are you busy?
James: Yes. It’s been really busy here all day.
Linda : What time do you get off work?
James: 8
Linda : I’ll call you back after 8.
James: OK. Talk to you later.
Linda : Bye.

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 (2) Family trip
Angela : David, what have you been up to lately?
David : I went on a trip with my family last week.
Angela : Really? Where did you go?
David : We went to Europe.
Angela : What cities did you go to?
David : London, Paris and a few other smaller cities.
Angela : Did you go to Berlin?
David : No, we didn’t go to there. I’d like to go there next time.
Angela : I think the summer is a good time to visit Berlin. It’s a beautiful place and
the people there are very nice.
David : That’s what I’ve heard.
Angela : I went there last year. If you want, I can give you some information I have
about the city.
David : Thanks.

Ways to say ‘’ HELLO ‘’

- Good morning
- Good afternoon
- Good evening
- Good night
- Good to see you
- Hey, boo
- Hello
- Hey
- How are you feeling today?
- Bonjour
- Howdy?
- How are things?
- What have you been up to?
- Look what the cat dragged in!
- It’s nice to meet you.
- What’s going on?
- How have you been?
- What’s up?
- Welcome

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Daily Use Sentences

(1) That’s not right.

(2) Here are some apples.
(3) Try it. Taste it.
(4) Do you have a phone?
(5) What time did you wake up?
(6) What’s your address?
(7) When is your birthday?
(8) Where did he come from?
(9) Can’t you stay a little longer?
(10) Are you married?
(11) Can I borrow some money?
(12) Can you show me?
(13) Do you have any children?
(14) Do you have a car number?
(15) Do you study English?

Day 2

Topic – My top three movie stars

- Names/Ages/Nationalities
- He/she is good at
- His/her favorite things
- His/her popular movie names
- His/her marital status
- His/her abilities and talents

Questions

(1) What’s your favorite movie for each person?

(2) Which part is your favorite about each person?
(3) Do you love them a lot? Why?
(4) When did you first know them?
(5) How did you know them?

Daily Conversations

(1) Going to the library.

Kelvin : Lisa, would you like to go to the library with me?
Lisa : OK. Do you think we can go buy a newspaper first?
Kelvin : Sure. First we’ll go buy a newspaper and then we’ll go to the library.

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 Lisa : Are we going to walk or drive?
Kelvin : The weather is really nice today. Let’s walk.
Lisa : The weather is good now, but I think it’s supposed to rain this afternoon.
Kelvin : Alright, then let’s take an umbrella. Is your brother coming with us?
Lisa : No, he’s still sleeping.
Kelvin : Wow, it’s already 10.
Lisa : Yeah, he didn’t come home until 12
Kelvin : I hope we can come later.
Lisa : I hope so too. I’ll give him a call when we get there.
Kelvin : How do we get to the library from here?
Lisa : It’s straight down this road on the left, next to the museum. It takes about 10
minutes.

(2) Where do your parents live?

Jason : Hi, Melissa. Are you going home this weekend?
Melissa : No, not this weekend. I have too much work to do.
Jason : Where do your parents live?
Melissa : My father lives in Washington DC.
Jason : How about your mother?
Melissa : My mother died two years ago.
Jason : Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. Is your father still working?
Melissa : No, he’s retired.
Jason : Do you have any family here?
Melissa : Yes, two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about 30 miles
from here.
Jason : Do you have any brothers or sisters?
Melissa : Yes, I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who lives in
Boston.
Jason : Do you see them a lot?
Melissa : Not as much as I’d like to. Usually just on holidays like Thanksgiving and
Christmas.

Ways to say “ I’M SORRY “

- I shouldn’t have…………..
- Excuse me for ……………..
- It’s all my fault.
- Please accept my apologies for……..
- I apologize for…………..
- Please forgive me for my………..
- I must apologize for……..

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 - Ever so sorry.
- That’s my fault.
- Please don’t be mad at me.
- How stupid thoughtless of me.
- I’m really ashamed of what I did.
- I’m really sorry about what I said.
- That was rude for me. I’m sorry.
- I hope you’ll forgive me for…….
- I do apologize for…….

Daily Use Sentences

(16) Follow me.

(17) He always does that for me.
(18) She is in the kitchen.
(19) She is very hard-working.
(20) How long have you been here?
(21) How much do you earn?
(22) I have to go to the office.
(23) He cancelled his trip to Paris.
(24) I need to brush my teeth right now.
(25) Now I have to brush teeth.
(26) I need to take a bath.
(27) I will have to take a bath.
(28) I would like a room.
(29) I’ll call back later.
(30) I’m bored.

WEEK 2

Day 1

Topic – My top three foods

- Name
- Kind of food (Myanmar, Italian, Korean, etc…)
- Ingredients
- Favorite part of it
- The time you first ate
- The place you first found

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 Questions

(1) How many times do you eat these foods in a month or a week?
(2) Are you a foodie or not?
(3) How was your feeling when you first ate these foods?
(4) Have you ever tried the traditional English breakfast?
(5) Typically, how much time do you spend over lunch?

Daily Conversations

(1) Buying a plane ticket.

Ticket clerk: Next please, Hello. How can I help you?
Larry : I’d like to buy a ticket To New York.
Ticket clerk: Would you like one way or round trip?
Larry : Round trip.
Ticket clerk: When will you be leaving?
Larry : When does the next plane leave?
Ticket clerk: In about 2 hours.
Larry : I’d like a ticket for that flight please?
Ticket clerk: First class or coach.
Larry : Coach.
Ticket clerk: Ok, let me check availability. I’m sorry. Tickets for that flight are sold
out.
Larry : How about the one after that.
Ticket clerk: Let me see. Yes, that one still has seats available. Would you like me to
reserve a seat for you?
Larry : Yes, please.
Ticket clerk: That’ll be 120 dollars.
Larry : Ok.
Ticket clerk: Thank you, here’s your change.

(2) Putting things in order.

Frank : Michelle, can you help me clean things up before we go?
Michelle : Sure. Where should I put this cup?
Frank : Which cup?
Michelle : The red one.
Frank : Put it on top of the table.
Michelle : How about this fruit?
Frank : Oh, that goes in the refrigerator.
Michelle : And those pencils? What should I do with them?
Frank : Bring those upstairs and put them in the bedroom.
Michelle : How about this pen?

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 Frank : Give it to me. I need to use it.
Michelle : What do you want me to do with that paper over there?
Frank : You can throw that away. I don’t need it anymore.
Michelle : The trash is full.
Frank : Alright, then put it in the bag and take it outside.
Michelle : Ok, now what?
Frank : I think we’re finished. Can you please turn off the lights and shut the door?
Michelle : Sure.

Ways to say “ NO ”

- My body says yes, but my heart says no.

- Nope.
- Maybe another time.
- I’m not accepting anything else at this time.
- We appreciate the offer but………..
- I’m not really into it, but thanks for asking.
- I’d rather not, thanks.
- Nah.
- That’s not going to work for me.
- Sounds fun, but I’m not available.
- I want to, but I’m unable to.
- I just don’t have that to give right now.
- I’m not able to commit to that right now.
- It is not a good idea for me.
- Apologies, but I can’t make it.
-

Daily Use Sentences

(31) I’m from Brazil.

(32) I’m ok.
(33) It may rain tomorrow.
(34) It depends on the weather.
(35) It’s not too far. The place is not far from here.
(36) It’s really hot. It’s too hot.
(37) Let’s share.
(38) See you next time.
(39) Outside the hotel.
(40) He wants to know when you’re coming.
(41) He wants to know when you’ll come.
(42) I need some books.

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 (43) Thanks for your help.
(44) Thanks for the cooperation.
(45) That’s wrong.

Day 2

Topic – My top three animals

- Names
- Species
- Habits
- Appearance
- The place they live
- The food they eat

Questions

(1) What animal is the largest mammal in the world?

(2) What animal is known to be “man’s best friend”?
(3) Which animal is the tallest in the world?
(4) How many legs do cockroaches have?
(5) Are you a huge animal-lover? Why?

Daily Conversations

(1) Paying for dinner.

Tim : Excuse me, Check please.
Waitress : Ok, how was everything?
Tim : Very nice. Thank you.
Waitress : Would you like this to-go?
Tim : Yes, can you put it in a plastic bag?
Waitress : Sure, no problem. Here you are. That’ll be 25 dollars.
Tim : Do you take credit cards?
Waitress : Yes, we accept Visa and Master card.
Tim : Ok, here you are.
Waitress : Thanks. I’ll be right back.
Tim : Ok.
Waitress : Here’s your receipt.
Tim : Thank you.
Waitress : You’re welcome. Please come again.

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 (2) At the restaurant.
Rebecca : This looks like a nice restaurant.
Scott : Yeah, it is. I come here all the time.
Rebecca : Let’s sit over there.
Scott : Ok.
Rebecca : Can you pass me a menu please?
Scott : Sure. What are you going to have to drink?
Rebecca : I’m going to have a glass of beer. How about you?
Scott : I think I’ll have a glass of wine.
Rebecca : Do you want to order an appetizer first?
Scott : Not really, maybe we can just order some bread.
Rebecca : Ok. What are you going to have to eat?
Scott : I’m not sure. I haven’t decided yet. Can you recommend something?
Rebecca : Sure. I’ve had the steak and the lobster before. They’re both very good.
Scott : I think I’ll have the lobster. What are you going to have?
Rebecca : I’m not that hungry. I think I’m just going to have a salad.
Scott : I’m gonna go to the bathroom. When the waitress comes back, will you
order for me?
Rebecca : Sure. No problem.

Ways to say “ I AGREE ”

- I see what you mean.

- So do I.
- I feel that way too.
- Definitely.
- I agree with you.
- Yup.
- Yep.
- Absolutely!
- You’re absolutely right.
- Exactly!
- We are of one mind.
- You can say that again.
- I could not agree with you more, my friend.
- You’ve hit the nail on the head.
- You got it, dude.
- Our thoughts are absolutely parallel.
- You are so right.

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Daily Use Sentences

(46) That’s right.

(47) These books are ours.
(48) She works as a waitress.
(49) We’re late.
(50) What does your father do?
(51) What time is it?
(52) When are they coming?
(53) Where do you want to go?
(54) Where would you like to go?
(55) Where will I post this letter?
(56) I would like some more water.
(57) I’ll call you.
(58) I’m coming to pick up you.
(59) I’m going to America next year.
(60) I’m sick.

WEEK 3

Day 1

Topic – My top-three movies

- Names
- Detail about movies
- Writers
- Actors and actresses

Questions

(1) What did you like best about these movies? Why?
(2) What did you like least about these movies? Why?
(3) What is the message of this movie? Do you agree or disagree with it?
(4) Who was your favorite character in the movie? Why?
(5) Did you learn anything from this movie? If you did, what was it?

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Daily Conversations

(1) Finding a convenience store.

Andrew : Pam, where’s the closest ATM?
Pam : It’s not that far. Do you see that Yellow building over there?
Andrew : The big one or the small one?
Pam : The big one.
Andrew : Yes.
Pam : It’s right next to it, on the right.
Andrew : Do you know if there’s a convenience store around here?
Pam : I don’t think there’s one around here. The closest one is on 3rd street, but
that’s probably closed now.
Andrew : I really need to get some things before I leave.
Pam : Well, you could go down to 22nd street. There are lots of stores down there
that are open 24 hours a day.
Andrew : Can I take the subway to get there?
Pam : Yes, but that’ll probably take about half an hour. You should just take a cab.
Andrew : Won’t that be expensive?
Pam : No, from here I think it’s only about 5 dollars.

(2) Geography and direction.

Mandy : Professor, where’s Canada?
Professor : Canada is north of here.
Mandy : Can you show me on the map?
Professor : Sure. Look here. Canada is north of the United States.
Mandy : Oh, I see. Where’s Mexico?
Professor : Mexico is south of the United States.
Mandy : How about of Connecticut? Where’s that?
Professor : Connecticut is east of New York.
Mandy : What state is west of Pennsylvania?
Professor : Ohio.
Mandy : Ok, where’s Los Angeles?
Professor : Los Angeles is in California. It’s southeast of San Francisco.
Mandy : Where’s Boston?
Professor : Boston is in the northeast part of the country.
Mandy : Where is Las Vegas?
Professor : Las Vegas is in the southwest.

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Ways to say “ I DON’T KNOW ‘’

- That requires a bit more research first.

- Beats me.
- I don’t know anything about…….
- I’m going to investigate that further.
- It’s beyond me.
- It’s a mystery to me.
- That’s a good question, but I don’t know.
- I’m not the best person to answer that.
- That’s a good question. I’ll check this.
- I’m afraid. I’ve no idea.
- I can’t remember off the top of my head.
- I don’t have any information about that.
- That’s exactly what I’m seeking to answer.
- Who knows?
- Let me check on that.
- I’m not 100% sure on that.
- I’ll double check and let you know.

Daily Use Sentences

(61) Need anything else.

(62) Is that enough?
(63) It will arrive shortly.
(64) It’s over there.
(65) It’s too late.
(66) More than 100 miles.
(67) No, it’s okay. Thanks.
(68) Please call me.
(69) She’s pretty.
(70) I have come to bother you.
(71) That looks great.
(72) The chair is in front of the table.
(73) They will return now.
(74) Give me two glasses of water.
(75) What are you going to do tonight?

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Day 2

Topic – Which has been your most memorable vacation?

- With whom
- When
- Where
- How long
- How

Questions

(1) What was the best food you ate during your vacation?
(2) What was the most enjoyable thing that you did during your vacation?
(3) Was the place you went to very different from where you live?
(4) What souvenirs did you buy?
(5) Would you recommend your friends visit there, why or why not?

Daily Conversations

(1) Going to the movies.

Jerry : Ann what do you want to do tonight?
Ann : I’d like to go see a movie.
Jerry : I heard Titanic is playing at the movie theater.
Ann : Oh, I’ve heard that’s a good movie. What time does it start?
Jerry : 6.
Ann : Will you come and pick me up?
Jerry : What time?
Ann : I think we should get there early because they might be sold out. Is 5.
Jerry : Yes, that’ll be fine. I’ll meet you at your house at 5.
Ann : Do you want to get something to eat before the movie?
Jerry : I’m not sure there will be enough time for that. We can have popcorn and hot
dogs at the theater if you want.
Ann : I don’t like the popcorn they have there. I think they put too much salt on it.
Jerry : Ok then, I’ll pick you up a little earlier and we can go to the Thai restaurant
next to the theater, is that ok?
Ann : Yes, I like that place.

(2) The food tastes great.

Patrick : How do you like the food?
Diane : It tastes really great. Did you cook it?
Patrick : Yes. I made it this afternoon. Would you like some more?
Diane : Ok, just a little though. I’m really full.
Patrick : Oh. Would you like some soup instead?
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 Diane : What kind is it?
Patrick : Tomato and rice. Have you had that before?
Diane : No. This is my first time. How does it taste?
Patrick : It’s good, try it. What do you think?
Diane : Wow. It is good. Did you make that also?
Patrick : Yes.
Diane : You’re a really good cook.
Patrick : Thanks, next time I’ll make chicken soup for us.
Diane : That sounds good. Did you study cooking in school?
Patrick : No, I learned by myself. I have a good cook book that I read when I have
time.

Ways to say “ I’M HUNGRY ’’

- I’m hungry as a wolf.

- I’m hungry as a bear.
- Famishing.
- Flying light.
- Got the munchies.
- Hankering.
- My tummy is talking to me.
- I’m freaking hungry.
- Eager.
- Greedy.
- Keen.
- Ravenous.
- Starved.
- Famished.
- Hoggish.
- Hollow.
- I’m so hungry I could eat a scabby horse.

Daily Use Sentences

(76) What does this word mean?

(77) What is the meaning of this word?
(78) What’s in it?
(79) When are you going?
(80) Where can I exchange U.S dollars?
(81) Where did you learn English?
(82) Where’s the nearest hospital?
(83) Are you coming tonight?

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 (84) Be quiet.
(85) Can you fix this?
(86) Do you have a boyfriend?
(87) Do you need anything?
(88) Everyone knows it.
(89) Have you been waiting long?
(90) Here’s my number.

WEEK 4

Day 1

Topic – Which subject in your school or college days you disliked the most?

- How many subjects

- What
- Why
- How
- How long

Questions

(1) Do you enjoy studying Mathematics? Why?

(2) Which subjects do you think are not useful or needed anymore?
(3) Do you think it is easier to learn as a child or as an adult? Why?
(4) What is the age that children begin school?
(5) Did you have any teachers you didn’t like?

Daily Conversations

(1) Visiting family.

Henry : Judy, your husband has a really nice car.
Judy : Thanks. It’s a lot better than mine, and it’s new.
Henry : Where are you going?
Judy : We’re going to visit my sister in the city.
Henry : I didn’t know your sister lives in the city, when did she move there?
Judy : About a year ago. She lives in an apartment on 3rd street, across from the
public library.
Henry : I see. It’s almost 5.
Judy : Oh, we’re not driving. We’re going to take the subway. The subway only
takes about 20 minutes.
Henry : Yes, but it can be very crowded around this time. I always feel uncomfortable
taking the subway.

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 Judy : I take the subway to work everyday, so I’m used to it now.
Henry : Doesn’t your mother live in the city?
Judy : Yes, she’s lived there for about ten years.
Henry : I remember when she moved there. Apartments were a lot cheaper then.
Judy : I know what you mean. It’s hard to find anything that’s reasonable now.
Henry : Have a good time. Next time you’re free, give me a call and we’ll go play
poker.
Judy : See you later.

(2) Looking at vacation pictures.

Kathy : Jim, I heard you took a trip to San Diego. Is that right?
Jim : Yeah, I just got back this morning.
Kathy : That sounds really nice. What did you do there?
Jim : Well, we were only there for three days, so we didn’t do too much. We went
shopping and went out to dinner a few times. At night, we walked around the city
with some friends.
Kathy : Did you take any pictures?
Jim : Yes, I have them with me. Do you want to look at them?
Kathy : Sure, I love looking at photos.
Jim : This one is of my life and me on the beach, and this one is our daughter Emily
standing next to my wife.
Kathy : Your daughter looks like her mother.
Jim : I know. They look very similar.
Kathy : Where was this picture taken?
Jim : That was taken at the train station before we left.
Kathy : Did you have time to go to the zoo?
Jim : No, not this time. We went there last time.
Kathy : It looks like you all had a nice time.
Jim : Yeah, it was a lot of fun.

Ways to say “ HOW ARE YOU ? ‘’

- What’s new?
- How’s it going?
- How’s everything?
- How’s life?
- What’s going on?
- What’s happening?
- How do you do?
- What are you up to?
- How are you doing?

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 - How are you holding up?
- What’s up?
- How are things going?
- How have you been?

Daily Use Sentences

(91) How far is Mumbai?

(92) How much does it cost per day?
(93) I don’t care.
(94) I have a lot of things to do.
(95) I only have 10 dollars.
(96) I was at home then.
(97) I’d like to send a fax.
(98) I’m 5’10’’.
(99) I’m not afraid.
(100) Is it cold outside?
(101) Is this your book?
(102) It’s less than dollars.
(103) Just a moment. Wait a minute.
(104) He studies computer science.
(105) On the first floor.

Day 2

Topic – What foods you’ll never eat?

- Names
- Kinds of food
- Why
- How
- When
- Where

Questions

(1) Do you like trying new foods? Why?

(2) What’s your favorite breakfast meal?
(3) If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would you choose?
(4) What food can you prepare? Are you a good cook?
(5) Is your country famous for any foods? What are they?

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Daily Conversations

(1) Leaving a message.

Laura : Hello?
Eric : Hi, is Heather there please?
Laura : Sorry, I think you have the wrong number.
Eric : Is this 617-228-2289?
Laura : Yes. Who are you looking for again?
Eric : Heather Johnson.
Laura : Oh, I thought you said Kathy. Sorry about that. This is the right number, but
Heather’s not here right now.
Eric : Do you know where she went?
Laura : She went to the store to buy some groceries. Would you like to leave a
message?
Eric : Yes, would you please tell her Eric Martin called?
Laura : Hi Eric, this is her roommate Laura. I met you a couple months ago at the
Christmas party.
Eric : Oh, yes. How are you?
Laura : Good. Heather will be back in about 20 minutes. I’ll tell her you called.
Eric : Ok. Thanks.
Laura : Bye bye.

(2) Talking about the weather.

Tina : Hello?
Joe : Hi, Tina. It’s Joe.
Tina : Hi, Joe.
Joe : How’s the weather there today?
Tina : It’s really cold. It snowed all day and the schools closed early.
Joe : What’s the temperature?
Tina : It’s 30 degrees now. It was even colder this morning.
Joe : Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow?
Tina : I was watching the news a little earlier. They said it’s probably going to snow
tomorrow.
Joe : I really don’t like the winter. I wish it were summer.
Tina : Me too. How’s the weather where you are?
Joe : It’s not too bad, but it’s pretty cold here too. It was about 45 today and it
rained this afternoon. I heard it’s going to be a little warmer tomorrow.

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Ways to say ‘’ I DON’T LIKE IT ‘’

- I’m not into it.

- I can’t stand it.
- I hate it.
- I’m not a big fan of it.
- I’ve had enough.
- I’m not crazy about it.
- I loathe it.
- I’m sick of it.
- I don’t appreciate it.
- I’m not really fond of it.
- I’ll pass.
- I’m not passionate about it.
- I’m not keen on it.
- That’s not for me.
- I’m not a big fan of it.
- That’s not my thing.
- I’m disinterested in that.

Daily Use Sentences

(106) Pardon me.

(107) I want to talk to him.
(108) Take me to this address.
(109) Nobody can stop me.
(110) I can’t stop sneezing.
(111) Are you fair?
(112) Is that fair?
(113) The food was delicious.
(114) I’m here for the first time.
(115) This is the first time I’ve been here.
(116) What did you do last night?
(117) What should I wear?
(118) When will the train arrive?
(119) Where is the ATM?
(120) Are you coming today?

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WEEK 5

Day 1

Topic – My top-three sports persons

- Names
- Which sports
- How many medals
- When
- Where

Questions

(1) Are you good at playing any sports?

(2) What sports do you like to watch on TV?
(3) What sports do you like to watch live?
(4) What sports would you like to try?
(5) How often do you read sport news?

Daily Conversations

(1) Meeting a friend.

Vicky : Hello?
Ben : Hi Vicky.
Vicky : Are you there yet?
Ben : Yes.
Vicky : I just got off the subway. I’m almost there. Sorry, I’m late.
Ben : That’s no problem. I just wanted to tell you I’m inside.
Vicky : Where are you?
Ben : On the second floor.
Vicky : Should I come to the second floor or do you want to come to the first floor?
Ben : Come upstairs.
Vicky : What?
Ben : Oh, can you hear me OK? I said, come to the second floor.
Vicky : Oh, OK. What are you doing there?
Ben : Just looking at some books on how to learn English.
Vicky : Do you want to get something to eat later?
Ben : No, I’m still full from dinner.
Vicky : What do you want to do ?
Ben : I don’t know for sure. When you get here, we’ll talk about it.
Vicky : Ok, see you soon.
Ben : Bye.

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 (2) I’m a student.
Rachel : Craig, what do you do for work?
Craig : I’m still a student.
Rachel : What school do you go to?
Craig : Boston University.
Rachel : That’s a good school. What do you study?
Craig : I’m studying English, Maths and History. My major is English.
Rachel : How long have you been studying English?
Craig : More than six years.
Rachel : That’s a long time.
Craig : Yeah, I started to learn English when I was in high school.
Rachel : No wonder, your English is so good.
Craig : Actually, it’s not that good. I can read but I can’t speak very well. I haven’t
had a lot of chance to practice.
Rachel : I see. Talking with other people is very important.
Craig : Yes, but I still don’t have many friends here yet.
Rachel : I’m having a party tonight at my apartment. You should come.
Craig : Oh, thanks for inviting me. I’d love to come.

Ways to say ‘’ YES ‘’

- Why not?
- Brilliant!
- Uh-huh.
- Willingly.
- Sure I can.
- Cool!
- No problem.
- Yes, what is it?
- Exactly!
- Absolutely.
- You bet.
- Good!
- Undoubtly!
- I shall.
- As you wish.
- Permission granted.
- Yes, what can I do for you?
- Precisely!

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Daily Use Sentences

(121) Let’s cross the street.

(122) Don’t play in the street.
(123) May I have a picture?
(124) Can I get a picture?
(125) Did you send me a book?
(126) Where is the bookstore?
(127) Does he like the school?
(128) He works in a company.
(129) How do I use this?
(130) What is the population of France?
(131) I ate already.
(132) I feel good.
(133) I need other shoes.
(134) Let’s try another one.
(135) I want to go for a walk.

Day 2

Topic – My top-three sports persons who don’t play my favorite sport

- Their personal information

- Which sports they play
- When
- Where
- Why

Questions

(1) What five colors make up the Oylmpic rings?

(2) What is your favorite team sport?
(3) When did you start to learn to swimming?
(4) What is the most popular sport in the world?
(5) Do you think everybody should practice sports?

Daily Conversations

(1) I went shopping.

Tom : Sarah, what did you do today?
Sarah : I went shopping.
Tom : Did you buy anything?
Sarah : Yes, I bought a few things.

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Sarah : I bought this coat. Do you like it?
Tom : Yeah, I like it a lot. It’s very pretty. Where did you buy it?
Sarah : At the mall on 5th street.
Tom : Was it expensive?
Sarah : No, it wasn’t expensive. It was on sale for 20 dollars.
Tom : That’s cheap.
Sarah : I know. It was a really good deal.
Tom : I don’t think you’ll need to wear it for a while. It’s been really hot lately.

(2) Can you help me find a few things?

Matt : I can’t find my glasses and I can’t see anything. Can you help me find a few
things?
Anna : No problem. What are you looking for?
Matt : My laptop, do you see it?
Anna : Yes, your laptop is on the chair.
Matt : Where’s my book?
Anna : Which one?
Matt : The dictionary.
Anna : It’s under the table.
Matt : Where’s my pencil?
Anna : There’s a pencil in front of the lamp.
Matt : That’s not a pencil. That’s a pen.
Anna : Oh, sorry. There is a pencil behind the cup.
Matt : How about my backpack? Do you know where that is?
Anna : It’s in between the wall and the bed?
Matt : Where are my shoes?
Anna : They’re on the left side of the TV.
Matt : I don’t see them.
Anna : Sorry, I made a mistake. They’re on the right side of the TV.
Matt : Thanks.
Anna : Oh, and here are your glasses. They were next to your cell phone.

Ways to say ‘’GOOD BYE ‘’

- Bye now
- Bye bye
- Take it easy
- I’m off
- Gotta go!
- Good night.

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 - I gotta take off.
- Talk to you later.
- Keep in touch.
- Lovely to meet you.
- Peace!
- See ya!
- Catch you later!
- Have a good one.
- Be seeing you!
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Daily Use Sentences

(136) I’ll take that one also.

(137) I’m slightly hungry.
(138) I’m terribly hungry.
(139) I don’t feel well.
(140) Don’t blame on me.
(141) Your cake was delicious.
(142) I’ve never done that.
(143) I never did that.
(144) My uncle was there.
(145) I’ve heard nothing.
(146) I have nothing to say.
(147) Take me to the airport.
(148) That’s enough.
(149) This is my brother.
(150) A long time ago.

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WEEK 6

Day 1

Topic – Summer is the best and worst of times.

- When
- Why
- How long

Questions

(1) What was the summer vacation you ever took as a kid?
(2) What kinds of things did you do during the summer growing up?
(3) Did you have any summer traditions amongst your family growing up?
(4) What do you enjoy the most about summer now?
(5) What are your favorite indoor activities to enjoy in the summer?

Daily Conversations

(1) What kind of music do you like?

Amy : Paul, what kind of music do you like to listen to?
Paul : All kinds, but mostly pop, rock and classical. Why?
Amy : I have tickets to a show. Do you want to go with me?
Paul : What kind of music is it?
Amy : Pop. It’s Mariah Carey.
Paul : When is it?
Amy : At 8PM tomorrow night.
Paul : Yeah, I’d like to go. Do you think we should have dinner first?
Amy : Yes, that’s a good idea.
Paul : Let’s eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment.
Amy : Oh, I think I know the place you mean. We ate there last month, right?
Paul : Yes, that’s right. You have a good memory.

(2) I need to do laundry.

Eric : Hi Anna, come in.
Anna : Wow, your apartment is a mess.
Eric : I know. I didn’t have time to put things away before you got here.
Anna : Look! Are those all your clothes on the couch?
Eric : Yes.
Anna : Are they clean?

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 Eric : Actually most of them are dirty. I haven’t done laundry in a while. I usually
wait until I can do it at my parent’s house.
Anna : My sister and I usually go to the laundromat down the street. Why don’t you
go there?
Eric : I know I should, but that place isn’t very convenient. You have to wait for a
long time.
Anna : Yes I know. I have to do it every week. Anyway, are you ready to go?
Eric : No, I’m not ready yet. I still have to brush my teeth and wash my face. Can
you wait for a few minutes?
Anna : Ok, but please hurry. I think the restaurant is closing soon.

Ways to say ‘’ OH MY GOD ‘’

- Goodness gracious me!

- Oh my!
- For heaven’s sake!
- Oh Jesus!
- For the love of God!
- Shitting Hell!
- That’s bare sick!
- Oh my goodness!
- Oh boy!

Daily Use Sentences

(151) Are you OK?

(152) Can I bring my friend?
(153) Can you speak louder, please?
(154) How about some coffee?
(155) Do you take credit cards?
(156) How much is it?
(157) Where do you live?
(158) I just made it.
(159) Forgive me.
(160) How do you feel?
(161) Where did you get it?
(162) Be careful!
(163) I can’t wait any longer.
(164) Anything else?
(165) What’s the weather like?

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Day 2

Topic – Which is the best season of the year?

- Name
- How long
- When
- Why

Questions

(1) What is the best season to visit your country?

(2) Do you shop for new clothes when the season changes?
(3) Which color do you mainly associate with each season? Explain choices.
(4) If you could eliminate one season so that it no longer existed, which would you
choose?
(5) What is the worst season in your country?

Daily Conversations

(1) I ate at the hotel.

Ray : Hi Maria, did you have breakfast yet?
Maria : Yes, I ate at the hotel with my son and my husband.
Ray : Oh, they have good food there. What did you have?
Maria : I had some cereal, fried eggs and orange juice.
Ray : How was it?
Maria : The food didn’t taste very good, and actually I don’t feel very well now.
Ray : That’s too bad. Do you want to take a break?
Maria : No, I’m going to go back to the hotel at lunch time to lie down.
Ray : Ok, I’m going to the drug store later. Is there anything I can get for you?
Maria : No. That’s okay. I think if I rest for a little while, I’ll feel better.

(2) Helping a friend move.

Peter : Kelly, will you help me take these things to the car?
Kelly : OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
Peter : Bring them to my wife’s car.
Kelly : Which one is hers?
Peter : The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
Kelly : What should I take first?
Peter : That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It was a gift from my
mother-in-law.
Kelly : Don’t worry, I won’t drop it. Wow, it’s really heavy. I don’t think I can move it
by myself.
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 Peter : Let me help you with that. I don’t want you to hurt your back.
Kelly : Where are you taking all this stuff?
Peter : Didn’t I tell you? We’re moving to Florida.
Kelly : You’re moving now? I knew you were moving, but I thought you said you
were moving next month.
Peter : Yes, that’s true, but my wife found a new apartment on the internet the
other day and she wants to move right away.

Ways to say ‘’ GOOD NIGHT ‘’

- Sleep with angels.

- Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite.
- Let’s start counting the sheep.
- Tomorrow is not soon enough. Let’s prepare.
- Time to dream.
- Night night.
- Have a good sleep.
- Dream of me.
- Until tomorrow.
- Rest time for blossoms.
- I’ll see you in dreamland.

Daily Use Sentences

(166) How dare you!

(167) Hurry up!
(168) I beg your pardon.
(169) It’s all yours.
(170) Let it be.
(171) Long time no see.
(172) Of course!
(173) Oh, I’m sorry. I’ve got a bit late.
(174) Please help yourself.
(175) That’s so kind of you.
(176) Watch out!
(177) Well done, dear!
(178) What a bother!
(179) What nonsense!
(180) Wonderful!

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WEEK 7

Day 1

Topic – What is your favorite book?

- Name
- The author of the book
- When
- How long
- Why

Questions

(1) What’s the first book you ever remember reading?

(2) What author (who’s still living) would you dearly love to meet?
(3) Are there any books that are really popular but you dislike?
(4) How many books do you read a month?
(5) Has a book ever made you laugh out loud?

Daily Conversations

(1) Ordering flowers

Receptionist : Good afternoon, how may I help you?
Ryan : Hi, I’d like to order some flowers.
Receptionist : Who are they for?
Ryan : They’re for my wife. Her name is Samantha.
Receptionist : What kind of flowers would you like?
Ryan : I don’t know. I don’t know too much about flowers. Can you
recommend something?
Receptionist : Ok. What’s the reason you are sending her flowers?
Ryan : Today’s her birthday and she told me she wants me to buy her flowers.
Receptionist : Do you know what kind of flowers she likes?
Ryan : I’m not sure. I know I should know that, but I can’t remember right
now.
Receptionist : Well, they’re for your wife. So, I think you should give her roses.
Ryan : Roses will be fine.
Receptionist : What color?
Ryan : I think red would be nice.
Receptionist : Do you want to pick them up or should we deliver them?
Ryan : Can you deliver them, please?
Receptionist : What’s the address?
Ryan : 241 Main street.

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 (2) Making plans.
Tom : It’s almost Christmas. What are you doing this weekend?
Sara : Nothing special, just working. Why do you ask?
Tom : Well, I still haven’t finished my Christmas shopping. Do you want to go
shopping with me this weekend?
Sara : I’d like too, but I’m not sure if I can. Work has been really busy lately. Why
don’t we go on Friday instead?
Tom : Friday’s not good. I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work.
Sara : OK, then let’s try to go this weekend. Is it OK if I call you then?
Tom : Yeah, that’s fine.
Sara : What’s your number?
Tom : 233-331-8828. Let me give you my email address too. It’s tom@gmail.com.
Sara : OK, I’ll talk to you soon.
Tom : OK.

Asking Directions in English

- How do I get to library?

- Where is the nearest post office?
- Can you tell me the way to the Big Hotel?
- Are we on the right road for London?
- Can you show me on the map, please?
- I’m looking for this address.
- How do I find?
- Excuse me, how can I go to…?
- Do you have a map?
- Are you from around here?
- Where is…….?
- Which is the best way to….?
- Pardon me, I’m lost. How do I get to…..?
- I’m looking for……
- Could you direct me to …….?
- May I ask for some help? I need to get to……?
- How can we get to High Park?
- Is it far?
- Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the bus station?

Daily Use Sentences

(181) Would you please speak slowly?

(182) A set of books is on the table.
(183) Are you married all?
(184) Are you there?

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(186) Do you have some money?
(187) Don’t do this.
(188) Don’t do this.
(189) Don’t embarrass me.
(190) Don’t get me as stupid as you.
(191) Don’t talk nonsense.
(192) Don’t wink.
(193) Fancy price.
(194) Go yourself.
(195) Has someone come?

Day 2

Topic – If you could have dinner with anyone, who would he/ she be?

- Who
- Why
- When
- Where

Questions

(1) Who is your hero? Why?

(2) Who makes you laugh the most?
(3) Who is your favorite person in your family?
(4) Who is the messiest person you know?
(5) Who is most likely to be a drama queen in your family?

Daily Conversations

(1) Studying for exams.

Shawn : Hi, Kim.
Kim : Hey Shawn, good to see you again.
Shawn : How have you been?
Kim : OK, I didn’t sleep much last night though. I stayed up until 2AM studying for
an exam.
Shawn : I was up late last night too. The semester is almost over. I’ve had exams all
week.
Kim : Are you going back to California after you graduate?
Shawn : I think so. After I graduate, I’ll probably go back home and try to get a job.
Kim : Do you know where you’d like to work?

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 Shawn : Not yet, but I want to be an English translator.
Kim : That’d be really cool. I’d like to be a translator too, but I don’t think my
English is good enough.
Shawn : Don’t worry about that. Your English is better than most of my classmates.
Kim : Thanks. Where are you going now?
Shawn : I’m going to study at the library. I have to take an exam tomorrow.
Kim : Me too. How late does the library stay open?
Shawn : I think it’s open until 11.
Kim : OK, Good luck.
Shawn : You too.

(2) Did you get my message?

Angela : Hello?
Dan : Hi Angela, it’s Dan.
Angela : Hi Dan. How are you?
Dan : Good.
Angela : I called you yesterday. Did you get my message?
Dan : Yes, I was taking a shower when you called. I saw that you called and I tried
to call you back, but I think your phone was off.
Angela : No problem. I wanted to remind you that my friend is getting married next
week. You’re still coming to the wedding with me, right?
Dan : Oh, is that next week?
Angela : Yes. Did you forget?
Dan : No, of course not. I already bought them a present.
Angela : That’s good. I want to invite Megan also. Next time you meet her, can you
tell her for me?
Dan : Sure. Does she know your friend?
Angela : Yes, I think they might have gone to the same college or something like that.
I’m not exactly sure how they know each other.
Dan : Are we all going to drive together?
Angela : Yes. I’ll pick you up first, and then we’ll go get Megan.

Giving Directions in English

- Go up…
- It’s on the corner.
- Go straight ahead.
- Cross….
- Go along…..
- Turn left
- Turn right
- Turn left into….. Street.

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 - It’s in the middle of the block.
- You will pass a supermarket on your left.
- Take this road.
- Turn right at the crossroads.
- It’s on your left.
- It’s on your right.
- It’s about 100 meters from here.
- Take the first road on the right.
- Take the second road on the left.
- It’s next to ……..

Daily Use Sentences

(196) Have you ever eaten pizza?

(197) He is so called a teacher.
(198) He is very stingy.
(199) How much time it will take?
(200) I’m doing my work.
(201) I’m full.
(202) I’m having lunch.
(203) I’m having my haircut.
(204) Shut up when you’re unwise to talk.
(205) Nothing special.
(206) I will give you a fancy price for it.
(207) It sounds great.
(208) It’s all because of you.
(209) It’s all you do.
(210) Just taste it.

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WEEK 8

Day 1

Topic – Who has been the most influential person in your life?

- Who
- Why

Questions

(1) What is the best thing about him/her?

(2) Why do you choose him/her as your most influential person?
(3) What’re his/her favorite things?
(4) How will he/she become your influential person?
(5) Do you also love him/her? Why?

Daily Conversations

(1) Making a doctor’s appointment.

Adam : Hi, I’d like to see the doctor, please?
Receptionist : Do you have an appointment?
Adam : No.
Receptionist : When would you like an appointment?
Adam : Is today possible?
Receptionist : Yes. Today is fine. What time would you like?
Adam : As soon as possible. My stomach really hurts.
Receptionist : Please wait a moment. I’ll see if the doctor is available.
Adam : OK.
Receptionist : Sorry, he’s with a patient right now. It’s probably going to be about
another 30 minutes. Would you mind waiting a little longer?
Adam : No problem.
Receptionist : May I see your insurance card please?
Adam : Here you are.
Receptionist : Thanks. That’s going to be 25 dollars for today’s visit.
Adam : Really? I didn’t think it would be that much.
Receptionist : I know how you feel.
Adam : I’ll pay with cash.
Receptionist : Thank you.
Adam : Would you please turn on the heat? It’s really cold in here.

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 (2) Mail.
Bill : Hey, Jane. Did you get the mail yet?
Jane : Yes. I picked it up this morning. There were a few bills and a letter from my
mother. There was also a lot of junk mails.
Bill : Was there anything for me?
Jane : I don’t remember, let me check. Yes, it looks like there’s something here for
you.
Bill : Who’s it from?
Jane : The American Embassy.
Bill : My hands are dirty. Will you open it for me?
Jane : Sure.
Bill : What does it say?
Jane : It says your passport is ready. You can pick it up anytime.

Bill : Do you think you can drive me there?

Jane : Sure, when?
Bill : I think we should go get it now. I’m going to wash my hands and then we’ll go.
Is that OK?
Jane : That’s fine.

English Phrases – How to Accept Apologies

- That’s OK.
- I quite understand.
- You couldn’t help it.
- Forget about it.
- Don’t worry about it.
- That’s all right.
- It doesn’t matter.
- Don’t worry. You’re forgiven.
- It’s OK.
- No need to…..
- No harm done.
- Don’t apologize.
- Never mind.
- There’s no need to. It’s all right.
- Never mind. I quite understand.
- Forget about it. I understand.
- There’s no need. It’s OK.

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Daily Use Sentences

(211) Be quite!
(212) Are you kidding me?
(213) No, I don’t want it.
(214) Talk to you tomorrow.
(215) It really takes time.
(216) Stop making so much noise.
(217) Not yet.
(218) Slow down your car.
(219) I’m on a diet.
(220) I feel much better.
(221) Just shut up for a minute.
(222) Let’s do it.
(223) Let’s catch up.
(224) I cannot agree with your opinions.
(225) It’s up to you.

Day 2

Topic – What are the three things you’re scared of?

- What
- Why
- How

Questions

(1) What did you fear as a child and as an adult?

(2) Do you fear making mistakes?
(3) Do you think you can overcome your fear without making a mistake?
(4) Have you overcome any of your fears?
(5) Are you afraid of dead, of dying?

Daily Conversations

(1) I have a cold.

Tracy : How are you feeling?
Alan : I still have a cold.
Tracy : Still? It’s been over a week now, hasn’t it?
Alan : Yeah, it’s been a while. I started feeling this way last Monday.
Tracy : Are you feeling any better?
Alan : A little. I took some medicine this morning and I feel a little better now.

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Alan : I have a bad cough.
Tracy : Did you go see the doctor yet?
Alan : Not yet, I might go tomorrow.
Tracy : I’m going to the drug store now, can I get you anything?
Alan : Yes, if it’s not too much trouble, would you get me some tissues?
Tracy : Sure. Anything else?
Alan : No, that’s it.
Tracy : OK, I’ll be back in about an hour. If you think of anything else you need, give
me a call.
Alan : Thanks.

(2) Dinner Invitation.

Barbara : Hi James, it’s good to see you again.
James : Hi Barbara.
Barbara : Are you here for work?
James : Yes.
Barbara : Is Steve with you?
James : No, I’m here alone. Steve couldn’t come this time.
Barbara : How long will you be staying?
James : 4 days. I’m going back on Friday.
Barbara : My brother and I are getting together for dinner. Do you want to come
with us?
James : Yeah, that would be nice. I have a meeting in an hour. I can meet you
afterwards, if that’s okay. The meeting shouldn’t last long.
Barbara : That’s fine. Who is your meeting with?
James : The Boston Insurance Company. I’ll call you when it’s over.
Barbara : OK.
James : Can I use your phone? I left mine in the car and I want to call them to get
directions.
Barbara : Sure, here you go.

English Phrases – How to Ask Someone to Repeat Something

- Excuse me?
- Do you mind repeating that?
- Sorry, I didn’t hear what you said.
- Sorry, I didn’t catch that.
- Could you please repeat that?
- Would you mind repeating that?
- Pardon?
- Sorry.

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 - I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you repeat that, please?
- Let me repeat that just to make sure?

Daily Use Sentences

(226) Do you want to join me?

(227) Is all good?
(228) Do me a favor.
(229) Don’t be ridiculous.
(230) I have no idea.
(231) It’s very thoughtful of you.
(232) Allow me to introduce myself.
(233) Be calm.
(234) I apologize for being late.
(235) How are things going?
(236) I can’t believe it.
(237) This is selling at throw away price.
(238) What a shame.
(239) All are not like you.
(240) Don’t come in front of me.

WEEK 9

Day 1

Discussion about all topics

Daily Use Sentences’ Revision

Day 2

Discussion about all topics

Daily Use Sentences’ Revision

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