武汉成熙国际英语中级班课文

成熙英语中级班听力脚本(剑桥二)
1.Breakthe Ice
(1)Oh,I’mreally sorry:
Ted:Oh, I'm really sorry. Are you OK?

Ana:I'm fine. But I'm not very good at this.

Ted:Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?

Ana:Yes, I am originally. I was born in Argentina.

Ted:Did you grow up there?

Ana:Yes, I did, but my family moved here eight years ago when I was inhigh school.

Ted:And where did you learn to rollerblade?
Ana:Sure. Just follow me.

Ted: By the way, my name is Ted.

Ana:And I'm Ana. Nice to meet you.

(2)Hey, hey! that was fun
Ted:Hey, hey! that was fun. Thank you for the lesson!

Ana:No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?

Ted:I work in a travel agency.

Ana:Oh, so you're a computer specialist.

Ted:Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.

Ana:That's great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computercourse I'm taking. Ted: Oh, sure...But only if you promise to give mesome more rollarblading lessons.

Ana:It's a deal!

(3)Yuhong the Immigrant.

Interviewer:Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?

YuHong: I'm from China...from near Shanghai.

Interviewer:And when did you move here?

YuHong: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in1992.
Interviewer:I see. So you 're an immigrant to the United States.

YuHong: Yes, that's right.

Interviewer:What are some of difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?

YuHong: Oh, that's not an easy question to answer. There are so manythings, really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that Idon't have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, butthat's not the same thing. In China, on the holidays or the weekend,we visit relatives.It isn't the same here.

Interviewer:And what do you miss the most from home?

YuHong: Oh, that's easy: my mom's soup! She makes great soup. I reallymiss my mother's cooking.

(4)ChildhoodMemories A
A:Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?

B:Yeah! That's me in front of my uncle's beach house. When I was a kid,we used to spend two weeks every summer.

A:Wow, I bet that was fun!

B:Yeah. We always had a great time. Every day we used to get up
earlyand walk along the beach. I have a great shell collection. In fact, I
thinkit's still up in the attic!
(5)ChildhoodMemories B
A:You know what I remember most about growing up?

B:What?

A:Visiting my grandparent's house… you know, on holidays and stuff.

Theylived way out in the country, and my granddad had a horse namedBlackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse-and sheloved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my
grandparent'shouse. And every time I came back, Blackie
rememberedme.

B:Ah, memories!

2.LivingPlaces
(1)Living Places A
A:The neighborhood sure has changed!

B:What was this place like before, Grandpa?

A:Well, there used to be a grocery store right here on this corner.

Hmm.It was pretty quiet. Not many people lived here then.

B:These days, the population is growing fast.

A:Yeah. I bet they'll tear down all these old buildings soon. In a fewyears, there will be just malls and high-rise apartments.

B:Hey, that doesn't sound too bad!
A:Creative Rentals. Good morning.

B:Hello. I'm calling about the apartment you have for rent.

A:Yes. What can I tell you about it?

B:Where is it, exactly?

A:It's on King Street, just off the freeway.

B:Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?

A:Yes, I'm afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots ofspace. It has three bedrooms and a very large living room
B:I see. And is it in a new building?

A:Well, the building is about fifty years old.

B:Uh-huh. Well, I'll think about it.

A:OK. Thanks for calling.

B:Thank you. Bye
(3)Living Places C
A:Hello?

B:Hello. Is the apartment you're advertising still available?

A:Yes, it is.

B:Can you tell me a little about it?

A:Well, it's a perfect apartment for one person. It's one room with a
kitchenat one end.
apartmentis located right downtown, so you step out of the building
andthere are stores and restaurants everywhere. But it's on a high
floor,so you don't hear any street or traffic noise.

B:It sounds like just the kind of place I'm looking for. I'd like tocome see it, please.

A:Sure. Let me give you the address.

(4)Apartment Hunting A

B:Well, it has just as many bedroom as the last apartment. And theliving room is huge.

C:But the bedroom are too small. And there isn't enough closet spacefor my clothes.

A:And it's not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.

B:But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerousneighborhood.

A:Let's see if the real estate agent has something else to show us.

(5)ApartmentHunting B
A:Well, how do you like this space, then?

C:Oh, it's much better than that other one. The thing I like best isthe
C:And there are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!

B:Yes, I guess you could.

C:The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don't likethose dark green walls. A: Oh, I'm sure we can change the color if wewant to.

3.BigDay
(1)Halloween A
A:Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31

B:So what do you do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.

A:Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knockon people's doors and ask for candy by saying words“Trick ortreat!”
B:Hmm. Sounds interesting.

A:But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey…my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?

B:Sure. I'd love to.

(2)Halloween B
A:So are we going to wear costumes to the party?
A:A clown? Yes, you would make a good clown.

B:Hey!

A:Oh, I'm just kidding. What about me? What kind of costume should Iwear?

B:Why don't you go as a witch? I saw a terrific witch outfit at thecostume store.

A:A witch… yeah, that's a good idea. So after I scare people, you canmake them laugh. (3) Japanese Wedding A
A:You look beautiful in that kimono, Mari. Is this your wedding photo?

B:Yes, it is.

A:Do most Japanese women wear kimonos when they get married?

B:Yes, many of them do. Then after the wedding ceremony, the brideusually changes into a Western bridal dress during the reception.

A:Oh, I didn't know that.

(4)Japanese Wedding B
A:Did you get married in a church, Mari?

B:No, the ceremony was held at a shrine.

A:Oh, a shrine…
B:Yes, we were married by a priest in a traditional Shinto ceremony.

A:Hmm. And who went to the ceremony?
A:And what about the reception? What was that like?

B:Lots of friends and relatives came to the reception…about a hundredpeople. And the first thing happened was that the main guests gaveformal speeches.

A:Speeches?

B:Yes, and then after that, all the guests were served a formal meal.

Whileeveryone was eating and drinking, lots of other guests gave shortspeeches or sang songs. Some of the speeches were funny.

A:Sounds like fun!

B:Yes, the songs and speeches are all part of the entertainment duringa wedding reception. And then, at the end of the reception, eachguest received a present for coming to the wedding.

A:A present from the bride and groom?

B:Yes, it's a Japanese custom.

A:What a nice custom!

4.Complainsand Excuses
(1)Household Chores A
A:Jason…Jason! Turn down the TV a little, please.

B:Oh, but this is my favorite program!

A:I know. But it's too loud.
B:Lisa, please pick up your things.

A:They're all over the living room floor.

B:In a minute, Mom. I'm on the phone.

A:OK. But do it as soon as you hang up.

B:Sure. No problem.

A:Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?

B:Definitely!

A:Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He's always forgettingwhere his car keys are. It drives me crazy.

B:And he can never find his glasses either.

A:I know.

B:You know what drives me crazy about Mom?

A:What?

B:Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them. A:Yeah, I think she watches them for hourseveryday.

B:Oh, well. I guess they're just getting old. I hope I never get likethat. A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and play a video game.

B:Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere?

[1]A:James, please turn that down…James!

B:Yes, Mom?

A:Turn that down. It's much too loud.

B:Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game.

[2]
A:Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream in one ofthe bags.

A:What's this, James!

B:Yeah, Mom?

A:Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pickthem up and hang them up to dry.

B:Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them.

[4]
A:Justin, come help me. We need to wash these dishes before your mothergets home.

B:Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It's reallyimportant.

[5]
(4)Apologies A
A:Hi. I'm your new neighbor, George Rivera. I live next door.

B:Oh, hi. I'm Stephanie Lee.

A:So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?

B:Not right now. But thanks.

A:Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turningyour stereo down? The walls are really thin, so the sound goes

B:Oh, I'm sorry! I didn't realize that. I'll make sure to keep thevolume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant inthe
neighborhood?

A:Yeah. There's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try theirlasagna. It's delicious! (5)Apologies B
A:Hello. I'm sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in myspace downstairs.

B:Really?

A:Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?

B:Yes, I do.

A:Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13 and that's myspace.
goright down and move the car.

A:Thanks.

B:And I'll make sure my son doesn't do it again.

A:I appreciate it.

(6)Apologies C
A:Gee, Bob, you're really late. You said you'd be here at six, and lookat the time: It's almost six thirty!

B:No, I want to pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.

A:Well, hey, OK-if you insist. Thanks!

A:Hi, Sally. What happened to you on Sunday?

B:Sunday? What do you mean?

A:You don't remember? I had a party, and I invited you.

B:Oh, gosh. Of course you did-and I completely forgot about it. I wasbusy all day helping my brother with his car, and I guess I justforgot.

Sorry.How did the party go, anyway?

A:It was great, but we missed you.

B:Gee, now I really feel bad.

5.Transportation
B:Good question. There aren't enough buses on this route.

A:Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.

B:Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.

A:Yeah. There should be more public transportation in genral.

B:And fewer cars! There's too much traffic.

A:Say, is that our bus coming?

B:Yes, it is. But look. It's full!

A:Oh, no! Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about this letterI'm going to write. (2)Transportation Problems B

A:So you are really going to write a letter to the paper?

B:Sure. I'm going to say something about the buses. They're too old. Weneed more modern buses… nice air-conditioned ones.

B:And they need to put more buses on the road.

A:Right. And there are too many cars downtown, and there isn't enoughparking.

B:That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space downtownthese days.

A:I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five.

B:Oh, you mean they shouldn't allow any cars except taxis and buses

idea.(3)TransportationProblems C
A:How long have you been living here?

B:Oh, for over twenty years.

A:And have you noticed a lot of changes during that time?

B:Oh, yes, quite a few. This is a much nicer place to live now than itused to be. It's much greener. When I first moved here, there weren'tmany trees around. But over the last few years, the city has planted

A:How do you like living here?

B:Well, it's an interesting city. But you really need a car here;otherwise, you can't go anywhere. There used to be a good bus system,but there isn't anymore.

A:Why is that?

B:Oh, I think they expect everyone to have a car, so they don't botherto provide decent bus service. It's getting worse and worse. Thesedays, you have to wait for ages for a bus. And when one finally showsup, it's usually full!

(5)Solution Singapore
Quitea number of things have been done to help solve traffic
intothe business district only if they have the pass displayed on their
windshield.

Anotherthing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars.People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car.

Andthe number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one.

Thereis also a high tax on cars, so it costs three or four times as muchto buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or

Theother thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent pubictransportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in theworld. And there is also a very good taxi and bus system.

(6)Driving and Road Sings A
A:Um, have you noticed that police car behind us?

B:Oh, yeah.

A:[Police siren] Oh, no! I'd better pull over.

B:May I see your driver's license, please?

A:Sure, of course. Did I do something wrong, Officer?

B:Well, for one thing, you went over a double yellow line back there
topass a car.
A:Oh.

there'sa broken yellow line on your side.

A:Oh.

B:And another thing! You were in the left-turn-only lane, but youdidn't turn! You went straight through the intersection instead.

A:Oh, I guess I did, Officer,…but…
B:Yes, you did! Don't you know that if there's a sign with an arrowpointing to the left, you have to turn left when you're in that lane?

B:Of course, I'm right! My goodness! How did you ever pass your drivingtest and get a license?

A:Gosh, I'm sorry, Officer.

(7)Driving and Road Sings B
A:You know, these highways are really great, but the road signs arepretty confusing.

B:Hmm. What do these lines on the road mean?

A:They must mean you aren't allowed to pass here.

B:No. I don't think so. I'm going to pass this car in front of us. It'sgoing too slow. Now, I wonder what that sign up ahead means.

A:It may mean you've got to take a left in this lane.

straight.6.Foodand Cook
(1)Order Dishes A
A:Hi.MayI take your order?

B:Yes.I’llhave a cup of coffee.

A:Creamand sugar?

B:Oh,yes,please.

A:Andyou?

C:I’dlike a chicken sandwich.And I’llhave some chips…oh,you call
themfrench fries here.right,I’llhave some frenchfries,please.

A:Allright.Onecoffee with cream and sugar and a chicken sandwich withfrenchfries.Uh,anything else?

C:Yes,I’dlike an iced tea,please.

A:Oneiced tea.Thank you.

B:Oh,waita minute!What kind of desserts do you have?

A:Well,wehave pie,cake,ice cream,chocolate mousse…B:Oooo!What kind of pie doyou have?

A:Ithink today we have apple,cherry,lemon…
B:Hmm…Ithink I’llhave a piece of apple pie with my coffee.How about you,Tina?

C:Oh,maybeI’llhave a piece later…or…I’llhave some of yours!
B:Yes,thankyou.

C:Thanks.

(2)Order Dishes B
C:Oh,herecomes our waiter!

B:Yeah,Iwondered what took so long.

A:Whew!Hereyou are!

C:Uh,Iordered french fries with my chicken sandwich,and you brought

C:Yes!

A:Well,then,OK.

B:Uh,andcould I have the apple pie I ordered?

A:Whatapple pie?Did you order apple pie?

B:Uh-huh.Yeah,Idid…with my coffee.Remember?

A:Really?Gee,howdid I forget that?

C:Uh,canI ask you a question?

A:Yes?

C:Howlong have you been a waiter?

A:Whome?Oh,uh,today is my first day.Well,I’ll…I’llget your apple
pieand the french fries right away.Sorry about that.
A:Thanks!

(3)Order Dishes C
[1]
A:Have you finished with this?

B:No, I'm still drinking it. Thanks.

[2]
A:Did you order this?

B:Yes, that's mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious!

[3]

A:Don't you like it?

B:I haven't tasted it yet. I'm waiting for the waitress to bring me afork.

[4]
A:Did you enjoy it?

B:Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long.

[5]
A:How is it?

B:Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong.

[6]
A:Your turn or mine?

B:It's my treat this time. You paid last time.Remember.
B:Oh,it's a sandwich with peanut butter, honey, and banana. It's really
delicious!

A:Uh!I've never heard of that! How do you make it?

B:Well,first, you take two slices of bread and spread peanut butter onthem.Then cut a banana into small pieces and put themon one of theslices of bread. Finally, pour some honey over the bananas and putthe other slice of bread on top. Yum!

A:I’lltell you what my favorite snack is-baked apple.

B:Backedapple?

A:Ah,it’sdelicious and healthy.

B:So, how do you make it?

A:Youtake out the core of the apple with the apple corer.Then you fill thecentral of the apple with brown sugar and some raisins.Next, put itin a pan with a little water and bake it in the oven for about 45
minutes.

B:Hmm, that does sound good.

7.Travel and Tourism
(1)Travel Plans A
reading.What about you? Any plans?

A:Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going totake long walks along the beach every day and do lots of
swimming.

B:Sounds great!

A:Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.

B:Do you mean it? I'd love to!

B:Oh, I'd love to go and lie on a beach somewhere, but I need to savesome money for school. I think I'll stay home and get a job.

A:That doesn't sound like much fun.

B:Oh, it won't be too bad. Some of my friends are going to work thissummer, too, so we'll do some partying on the weekends.

(3)TravelPlans C
A:Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?

B:Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some money.

ThenI'm going to go down to Mexico for six weeks to stay with my sister.She's working in Guadalajara. She says it's really interesting there,so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It willalso

it.(4)Preparation
(5)Ask For Direction A
A:Excuse me. Could you tell me where the bank is?

B:There's one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.

A:Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?

B:It should be open now. It opens at 8:00A.M.

A:Good. And can you tell me how often the buses leave for the city? B:You need to check at the transportation counter. It's right down the hall.

A:OK. And just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroomis?

B:Right behind you, ma'am. See that sign?

A:Oh. Thanks a lot.

(6)Ask For Direction B
A:Excuse me. It's me again. I'm sorry. I need some more information-ifyou don't mind.

B:Not at all.

A:Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?

B:Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costsabout
fortydollars.
theairport? Maybe a fast-food place?

B:Go upstairs and turn right. You'll see the snack bar on your left.

A:Thanks very much. Have a nice day.

B:You, too.

(7)Famous Landmarks A
A:We are now approaching the famous Statue of Liberty, which haswelcomed visitors to New YorkHarbor since 1886.

B:The statue was given to the United States by the people of France. Itwas designed by the French sculptor Bartholdi.

A:It's really huge. Do we get to go inside?

B:Of course. We can climb the stairs all the way up to the crown.

A:Stairs? There's no elevator?

B:Not to the top. But it's just 142 steps!

(8)Famous Landmarks B
Letme tell you a little more about the statue before you climb to thetop. In case you're wondering what the statue is made of, it has aframework inside that's made of iron; the outer skin is made ofcopper.

Thecopper skin is only 2.4 millimeters thick. The supporting
twomillion people from all over the world come here to visit it.

(9)Ancient Monuments A
ThePyramids were built more than four thousand years ago by theEgyptians. The most famous ones are on the west bank of the riverNile, outside of Cairo. They served as burial places for the Egyptiankings. After a king's mummy was placed inside the pyramid, togetherwith treasures and the king's belongings.

TheGreat Wall of China is the longest manmade structure ever built. Itwas built to protect one of the Chinese kingdoms. Much of what existsof the wall today was built during the Ming Dynasty in the late1400s, although parts of the wall are much older and go back toaround 200 B.C. The wall is about 35 feet high, or 11 meters, and astone roadway runs along the top of it. The main part of the wallstretches for about 2,000 miles, that is, about 3,400 kilometers.

8.Change,ThereIs No Better Way
(1)Life in trouble A
A:So where are you working now, Terry?

B:Oh, I'm still at the bank. I don't like it,though.
A:I know what you mean. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find
abetter job.

B:Actually, I don't want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a lot ofmoney so I could retire now.

A:Hmm, how old are you, Terry?

B:Uh, twenty-six.

(2)Life in trouble B
A:So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?

B:Oh, you didn't know? She and I broke up a couple of months ago.

Wedecided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss hera lot. I wish we could get back together again.

A:I'm sure you will.

B:I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?

A:I'm not sure, but I'd really like to move to another city. I'm sickof this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.

B:I know what you mean. It sure can get boring around here at times.

(3)I really need a change!A
Yeah,I really need a change. I've been doing the same things for ever
fiveyears now, and I'm just not learning anything new. It's the same
professionthat involves meeting people.

(4)Ireally need a change!B
Ireally need to join a club or sports team to give me something to doon weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined aclub. I'd probably get to meet people and make new friends.

(5)I really need a change!C
Ishould take a typing course this summer. I really need if it for myschool work. And people say that if you can type really well, it's somethingyou'll find useful later in life.

(6)I really need a change!D
Gosh,I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since lastyear, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose weightnow, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes.

9.Career Development
(1)Personality Traits A
A:I don't know what classed to take this semester. I can't decide whatI want to do with my life. Have you thought about it, Brenda?

B:Yes, I have. I think I'd make a good journalist because I lovewriting.

A:Maybe I could be a teacher because I'm very creative. And I like
workingwith kids.
B:What's that?

A:I could never be a stockbroker because I'm not good at makingdecisions quickly.

(2)PersonalityTraits B
A:My history professor says I should think about a career in politics.

ButI don't think I'd make a good politician.

B:Why not, Brenda?

A:Oh, you know me. I'm terrible at speaking in front of a lot ofpeople-you know, like giving speeches and things. And politicianshave to speak in public all the time.

B:That's true. You know, that reminds me of a problem I'm having.

A:What is it?

B:You know my parents have a really successful restaurant, right? Well,my father wants me to be the manager.

A:And you don't want go?

B:No, not at all. I'd be a terrible manager. I'm much too disorganized
(3)Job-hunting A
A:Any interesting jobs listed on the Internet today?
A:Hmm. I hate working on weekends
B:Hmm… so do I. Oh, here's a job in sales. It's a job sellingchildren's
booksto bookstores. A: That sounds interesting.

B:Yeah. Let's see. You need to have a driver's license. And you have towork some evenings. A: I don't mind working evenings during the week.And I enjoy driving. So, what's the phone number?

B:It's 7983455

B:Hello. I'm calling about the job you advertised for a salesperson. Isit still available?

A:Yes, it is.

B:Well, can you tell me something about the job?

A:Sure. Our company sells educational books for children. We're lookingfor part-time salespeople to promote our books to local bookstores.

B:That sounds interesting. I'm a student, and I'm looking for part-timework.

A:Well, perhaps you'd like to come in for an interview.

B:Yes, I would.
Spanish.

B:Oh, as a matter of fact, I do.

A:Good. Well, let me arrange a time for you to come in for aninterview.

10.Movies and Books
(1)Review on 007 A
A:[Music] Welcome to A Night at the Movies! I'm Pauline Kahn…

A:Tonight we're going to review the new James Bond film. Well, I reallyliked this new James Bond actor very, very much!

B:Mm-hmm.

A:He's the best actor they've ever had in the role-warm, human, evenfunny. A totally believable character.

B:I have to agree, a prefect double-oh-seven type. Pauline, what didyou think of the story? A: It was a standard story for a Bondmovie…uh, the usual beautiful women, the usual evil villain-nothingnew.

B:Well, I'm surprised. I have to say that I thought the story was
unusuallygood. The race car scenes were exciting, and the surprise
endingwas great.
A:I was not very impressed at all by the photography. Everything
lookedfake, not real. I can't believe it was actually filmed in Africa
wherethe story took place.

B:I can't believe you! I haven't seen such good photography in a longtime, especially in the action scenes.

A:Now that brings up another weakness in the film: the special effects.

Again,it's just the same old stuff… the car that flies, the pen that's

B:I'd hardly think you and I saw the same movie, Pauline. I have to saythat the special effects were the best ever in a Bond film. Forexample, the scene where
A:Excuse me, Colin. We're going to have to break for a commercial.

B:You're right, Pauline. We'll be right back with our ratings. [Music](2)Review on 007 B
A:[Music] So, Colin, how do you rate the new James Bond movie thatwe've reviewed this week?

B:Well, Pauline, I'd have to say that I'm proud to give this movie my
highestrating…four stars…and I would like to encourage everyone to
goand see this movie soon! How about you, Pauline? You did like the
stars…arating of “fair.”
B:Hmm. Well, that's all from us tonight. See you next week. [Music]
(3)Book and Reviews A
A:What did you think of the new Stephen King book?

B:Oh, I couldn't stop reading it once I got started. I stayed up tillfour o'clock in the morning to finish it!

A:And wasn't the ending great?

B:Yeah, it really was! Such a surprise! And the whole story moved alongso fast, too!

(4)Book and Reviews B
A:How did you like the movie?

B:Well, I walked out after half an hour.

A:You did?

B:Yeah, it was so dull that I started falling asleep! And I've neverseen such bad acting from Jim Carrey!

A:Oh, really? He's usually pretty good.

B:Well, not in that movie. I wish he'd choose better roles.

(5)Book and Reviews C
A:This John Grisham novel looks interesting.

B:Oh, it is. It's about a guy who joins a corrupt law firm and thencan't
B:Well, the movie is even better.

A:Oh, is that the movie that stars Tom Cruise?

B:Yeah. Why don't we rent the video?

A:You don't mind seeing it again?

B:Not at all. You rent the video, and I'll bring the popcorn.

11.So That’sWhat It Means!

(1)Body Language A
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A:Have you met Raj, the student from India?

B:No, I haven't.

A:Well, he seems really nice, but there's one thing I noticed. He moveshis head from side to side when you talk to him. You know, like this.

B:Maybe it means he doesn't understand you.

A:No, I don't think so.

B:Or it could mean he doesn't agree with you.

C:Actually, people from India sometimes move their heads from side toside when they agree with what you're saying.

A:Oh, so that's what is means!

(2)Body Language A
A:So how are things at school, Raj?
B:Most of the time-though there are some things I find a bit
unusual-forexample, the way that people end a conversation. You
know,they'll say things like, “Hey, let's get together soon.” Atfirst, I
thoughtthat they were inviting me to do something, but then I
realizedit's just a way of saying good-bye. It's not really an invitation
atall. It takes a bit of getting used to.