每天一課英語口語365 Unit 282-300

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[00:00.00]282 Tongue Twisters [00:04.23]There are many tongue twisters in English associated with food. [00:09.04]They are only the easy ones. [00:11.76]But this one is the most difficult. [00:14.50]It's just apiece of cake. [00:16.61]A: Do you know any tongue twisters in English associated with food? [00:22.94]B.A little, such as "The big baker bakes black bread." [00:28.26]and "All I want is a proper cup of coffee made in a proper coffeepot." [00:33.88]A: Well done. It's incredible that you can utter such difficult English tongue twisters so fluently. [00:40.10]B: Thank you for your compliment. It's just a piece of cake. [00:46.86](Xiao Chert is talking about English tongue twisters with George.) [00:51.25]Xiao Chert: There are so many interesting tongue twisters in English associated with such items as food, [00:59.30]diet, tableware, and so on. [01:01.00]George: You mean... [01:02.51]Xiao Chen: Tongue twisters like "The big baker bakes black bread." [01:07.24]"All I want is a proper cup of coffee made in a proper coffeepot." [01:12.36]George: You are quite right. They are only the easy ones. We have some more difficult ones such as " [01:19.80]'The bun is better buttered, ' Bill muttered." and "Charlie's chilly cheap chips shop sells Charlie's cheap chips." [01:28.03]Xiao Chen: Yeah, they are really difficult. But I'm sure this one is the most difficult: [01:33.91]You can have: fried fresh fish, fish flied fresh, [01:39.45]fresh tided fish, fresh fish fried,or fish fresh fried. [01:44.96]George: Fantastic! It's incredible that you can utter such difficult [01:50.60]English tongue twisters so fluently. I've been confused. [01:54.10]Xiao Chert: Thank you for your compliment. It's just a piece of cake. [01:58.60]283 Occupation [02:04.19]What business are you in? [02:07.01]I'm a CPA. [02:08.26]A: What's your occupation? [02:11.89]B: I' m a businessman. [02:13.46]A: What kind of business are you in? [02:15.78]B: I own a gas station. What line of work are you in? [02:19.91]A: I'm a government employee. [02:22.26]B: Are you? Where do you work? [02:24.48]A;I work at the State Department. [02:26.94](Chris meets Pat in the street.) [02:31.72]Chris: Hi, Pat. Long time no see. Where do you work? [02:36.47]Pat: I'm out of work. [02:37.99]Chris: Are you? [02:39.58]Pat: Yes. Only last week I was working two jobs, but now I'm unemployed. [02:45.25]Chris: That' s too bad. Are you looking for a job? [02:48.57]Pat: Of course. I had two interviews today, but they both turned me down. [02:53.95]Chris. Really? Why? [02:55.83]Pat: They said I was overqualified. [02:58.52]Chris: What do you mean? [02:59.80]Pat: They said they didn't need people with Ph. D' s degree. [03:04.22]Chris: What are you planning to do? [03:05.68]Pat: I'll try some schools tomorrow. You know I' d love to become a school teacher. [03:11.66]I can also moonlight as a Taekwondo instructor to make some extra money. What do you do now? [03:18.64]Chris: I'm a real estate broker. I also sell insurance on the side. [03:23.99]284 Choosing a New Car [03:29.89]Do you like this car? [03:32.45]It's too expensive for us to buy. [03:35.14]It doesn't hurt to try new things. [03:38.25]A: I'll take off $300 if you buy it today. [03:45.28]B: But I still can't afford it. [03:47.60]A: I'm sure your daughter will like this car. [03:50.27]B: Yes, but it's too expensive for us to buy. [03:54.61](Vicky: daughter, Tina: mother, Richard: salesman) [03:54.92]Vicky: Oh... I like this one. [03:58.18]Tina: Oh, it's beautiful! I don' t own a bank, honey; we can' t afford this one. [04:04.72]Vicky: Well, it doesn't hurt to dream. [04:08.03]Tina: Well, that's true. [04:09.89]Vicky: Oh, look--that one has a nice style. [04:12.97]Tina: That' s pretty. Are you sure you still like this one? [04:17.41]Vicky: Yes. [04:18.22]Richard: Can I help you find anything today, ladies? [04:22.92]Tina: My daughter likes this car. What kind of mileage does it get? [04:28.04]Richard: Oh, it gets great mileage--35 miles per gallon on the highway... [04:33.19]and it has excellent safety features, like the dual air bags and ABS brakes. [04:39.93]Tuna: What are ABS brakes? [04:41.89]Richard: Anti-lock braking system, it keeps you from skidding on the road.., [04:47.37]and the newer ears have them. [04:49.75]Tina: Okay. That's great. [04:52.26]Richard: I can take off $ 500 off the MSPR if you buy it. [04:58.08]Tina: Well, what is M-S-R-P? [05:01.17]Richard: "That's manufacture's suggested retail price." [05:05.74]Tina. Oh, I know. [05:09.39]285 At the Adult school [05:13.26]What kinds of classes can you offer? [05:16.29]We have basic high school classes and other classes. [05:20.26]A: Is this the Adult Education Office? [05:25.67]B: Yes, it is. How can I help you? [05:28.12]A: I'd like to get some information about the classes. What kinds of classes can you offer? [05:35.02]B: We have various self-study classes. Why do you want to take our courses? [05:40.53]A: It's hard to get a good job without enough experience or skills, but I don't know what I want to study yet. [05:48.47]B: Well, you can look through our brochure. [05:51.32]David: Well, I' d really like to take this auto maintenance course. Are these classes available at night? [05:59.94]Lama: Some are available at night. [06:01.90]David: Are these classes very expensive? [06:04.98]Lama: In Adult Education, many classes are free, and other classes have a small charge. [06:11.04]David: Thanks. Oh, I almost forgot. My friend is Vietnamese, and he doesn't speak English. [06:18.25]Can you help him? [06:19.35]Laura: Yes, our ESL can take him all the way from basics to advanced English skills. [06:25.75]David: Are the classes very large? [06:28.31]Laura: Yes. ESL classes can have up to 40 students. [06:32.28]David: Does he have to be a citizen to study here? [06:35.70]Laura: No, we teach anyone who wants to learn. [06:39.36]David: Well, I'm sure he'll take the ESL class and I'll take the Auto Maintenance course. Can I register now? [06:47.46]Laura: Sure. [06:50.07]286 Modesty [06:53.07]There is nothing to be arrogant about. [06:57.12]Whenever he is praised, it goes to his head. [07:00.99]A: Why are you in the pouts? [07:05.27]B.I really can't stand his domineering attitude. [07:09.40]A: Oh, that Tom! He takes a haughty attitude to everybody except the superior. [07:14.39]B.I think he should learn to be modest. There's nothing to be arrogant about. [07:21.70]A: That could be hard for him; he is far from modesty. He likes to brag of his own achievements. [07:27.92]B: And whenever he's praised, it goes to his head. [07:32.18]Jane: Congratulations. Tom! [07:36.31]Tom: Thanks. Actually, I think I'm really talented. [07:41.74]I've looked over my work and thought to myself how well I had written it. [07:46.02]Jane: I believe you're capable, but don' t let this success go to your head. Keep up your best effort. [07:53.00]Tom: Of course, I won't let my gift go to waste. [07:59.22]Jane: Your self-confidence is good. Just be careful that you don' t sound conceited. [08:04.18]Tom: Sure enough, I'm self-confident, but I'm not conceited at all. [08:08.28]Jane: I hope you can take my advice. Don' t brag triumphantly of what ever achievement you may make. [08:14.63]It'll simply alienate, sometimes even antagonize people around you. [08:20.85]Tom. I know you are saying this for the good of me. I'll keep it in mind. [08:25.44]287 Complaint [08:31.11]He finds faults with my project. [08:34.66]Stop complaining. You are not the only one who works hard. [08:39.76]A:I just argued with our boss for not telling me about the deadline sooner. [08:46.11]B: Then, what did he say? [08:47.70]A: He wants me to finish the project before the deadline. [08:51.10]B: Too bad. Today is not your day. [08:54.05]A: What's worse. He even finds faults with my project. [08:58.28]B: Stop complaining. You are not the only one who has to work hard. [09:02.62](On the way home after school, Tom and Jane are complaining about their teacher. ) [09:09.46]Jane: (sighs) Tom, today we have a lot of homework to do again. [09:15.15]Tom: So we can' t watch our favorite cartoon tonight. [09:18.45]Jane, I don' t like him. He always criticizes me in front of everyone. [09:24.24]Jane: Well, to tell you the truth, I don' t really like him, either. He pulls a long face everyday. [09:30.38]Tom: Yes, and he also... [09:33.47]Jane: Wait, Tom, is it all right that we speak ill of him behind his back? [09:38.46]Tom: Hmm... I don't think we should speak ill of him. After all, he is our teacher. [09:45.33]Jane: Yes. By the way, it's getting dark. So let's hurry home and finish all of our homework. [09:51.91]Tom: All right. [09:54.26]288 Sympathy [09:58.02]You have my sympathies for losing the job. [10:02.62]It' s very kind of you to say so. [10:06.30]A.I lost the chance to get promoted. I'm very disappointed. [10:10.74]B: It's a pity. I'm sorry to hear that. You have my sympathies. I think you teach English very well. [10:18.84]A: It' s very kind of you to say so. Is this useful? [10:23.73]I think I tried my best to do my work and the result made me upset. I want to give up. [10:29.76]B: Don't be childish. There's no place where there's no difficulty. [10:35.79](Two friends meet in the street.) [10:39.58]Mrs. White: Hello, Mrs. Smith. Haven't seen you for a long time. [10:44.13]Mrs. Smith: Good morning. Mrs. White. [10:48.75]Mrs. White: Why are you so worried? What happened? [10:54.60]Mrs. Smith: My husband was knocked down by a car yesterday. Now, the' s in hospital. [10:57.03]Mrs. White: Oh, bad luck! I can't expect it. Please accept my deepest sympathies. [11:02.75]Mrs. Smith: Thank you very much. [11:06.83]Mrs. White: How about Mr. Smith now? [11:08.97]Mrs. Smith: After the operation, he felt better. [11:13.36]Mrs. White: Thanks Goodness! Mr. Smith so kind a person. I'm sure he'll recover quickly. [11:21.87]Mrs. Smith: We hope that. Now, I must bring some fruit for him. See you later! [11:27.18]Mrs. White: Wait a minute. Since I have no important things to do, [11:31.33]shall I accompany you to go to the hospital this morning? [11:35.25]Mrs. Smith: Thank you. Let's go. [11:37.52]289 Agreement and Disagreement [11:44.94]I couldn't agree with you more. [11:48.60]I disagree with you an this point. [11:50.40]A:I think the match is exciting, isn't it? [11:55.52]B: Yes, indeed. The host team takes the lead in the first half. I hope they will win. [12:02.31]A: But I prefer the way the guest team plays. They are playing an attacking game. [12:08.66]B: I couldn't agree with you more. [12:11.59]Tom: Well, Jane, I think sports is good for you and everybody should take exercises. [12:20.75]Jane: I quite agree, Tom. [12:22.14]Tom: Many students sit in the classrooms all day. They don' t get out and do anything to keep fit. [12:29.14]Jane. You are absolutely right. [12:31.02]Tom: I love football and I always watch the matches on TV. [12:35.41]I think we should have more football matches on TV. [12:39.09]Jane: I'm not sure about that. There's usually one football match every week. I think that's quite enough. [12:46.33]Tom: I don' t think one match every week is enough. I think there should be four at least one week. [12:53.25]Jane: I'm afraid I totally disagree with you. Maybe there should be more sports on TV, [12:59.28]but different things, maybe table tennis is good. [13:03.07]Tom: That' s nonsense! Table tennis is boring and slow. [13:08.69]Jane: I'm afraid you are wrong. [13:11.38]Tom: But football is the most popular sport in the world. [13:14.78]Jane: Well, let's stop argument. [13:17.44]290 Consolation [13:22.40]Don' t worry. Everything will be OK. [13:26.77]Luck will be around you next time. [13:30.03]A: It's too bad. I lost my job! [13:34.76]B:I hope it won't make you too disappointed. [13:38.73]A:I don't know what I should do next. [13:41.39]B: Don't worry. Everything will be OK. Luck will be around you soon. [13:47.64](The husband comforts the wife who lost the job.) [13:52.89]Husband: You look worried. What happened? [13:56.23]Wife: Unreasonable! Why did the company fire me? [14:00.15]Husband: No reason. You are so excellent a secretary! [14:04.33]Wife: Maybe only you think that. The supervisor doesn't think so! [14:08.56]Husband: Forget that. I'm sure the boss will regret. [14:12.85]Wife: Maybe. But now I have nothing to do. I feel very nervous. I'm of no use. Why I come into this world? [14:22.72]Husband: Don' t say that. I can understand your feeling. [14:27.66]Anyway, you stayed there for about ten years. [14:30.71]But I should say you're a very important person in our family. [14:34.50]You can find your new position in home, right? You can do housework and take care of our kids. [14:41.53]Wife: But I don' t want to be a housewife! I still want to get a new job. [14:46.99]Will you support me? Your opinion is very important for me. [14:51.22]Husband: Why not? I believe if you want to get a job, that' s very easy. Luck will be around you next time. [14:59.03]Wife: Thank you for your supporting. I will try my best. [15:04.15]291 Reminding [15:10.89]Pardon me for my poor memory. [15:13.66]Don' t let me forget to get up early. [15:16.38]A: Should I need to remind you not to be late every time? [15:22.15]B: Oh, my dear. You know my memory is very poor, and I'm not on purpose. [15:29.25]A: Did you still remember what you said last time? [15:32.36]B: What did I say? Pardon me for my poor memory. [15:36.39]A: You said you would give me 99 roses this time. [15:40.90]B: Forgive me, please. Next time, I will. If not, I will buy you a dia mond. [15:47.93]Tom: Mum, our final exam will start tomorrow. So, today I want to have a deep sleep. [15:57.44]Mum: What can I do for you, my son? [15:59.63]Tom: Don' t forget to wake me up at haft past six. [16:02.80]Mum: OK, I will. Anything else? [16:05.98]Tom: No, see you tomorrow. [16:07.58]Mum: Wait a minute. Have you prepared your pen and paper? [16:11.99]Tom: Yes, I bought something new this afternoon. [16:14.79]Mum: Is your bike OK? Maybe you will find something wrong tomorrow morning. Why not check it now?. [16:20.48]Tom: Perhaps you're right. I'll check it now. [16:24.79]Mum: Don't eat and drink too much this evening. [16:28.08]Tom: All right. [16:29.10]Mum: Don't stay up, and go to bed earlier. [16:33.07]Tom: You are so considerate. [16:34.35]Mum: Try to be careful during the exam. [16:37.41]Tom: OK, I'll remember what you said. [16:39.76]Mum: Good luck, and good night. [16:42.29]292 Promise [16:48.40]Can I count on you to do the homework by yourself? [16:51.44]I promise that I'll do it by myself. [16:54.70]A:I make a promise I' II wake you up every morning. [17:01.83]B: In that case, I promise I'll try my best not to be Gate. [17:06.64]A: Can we count on you to get a good score in the final exam? [17:11.00]B: Perhaps you can, anyway, you know I study hard. [17:15.31]John: Jane, I will go to New York on business tomorrow. [17:20.88]Jane: How long will the trip last? [17:22.96]John: About half a month. [17:25.39]Jane: Can you make a promise that you won' t drink and smoke too much? [17:29.39]John: OK, I will. Any other words? [17:32.53]Jane: Can I depend on you that you will buy some dresses for me? [17:35.76]John: Of course, I will keep it in my mind. [17:38.93]Jane: And give me a call every night. [17:41.43]John: I'll try. You know, the business is very busy. [17:45.09]Jane: Take care of yourself. [17:46.84]John: I also have some asking for you. [17:49.37]Jane: What's that? Tell me. [17:51.46]John: Can you make a promise that you will do all the housework by yourself, not ask my mother? [17:58.78]You know she feels not well these days. [18:01.70]Jane: I know your meaning. I will try my best to satisfy your mother. [18:05.96]John: Thank you very much. I' m sure both of us will keep the promise. [18:11.34]Jane: Me too. [18:12.10]293 Encouragement [18:18.92]Believe yourself. [18:20.80]Don't lose heart. [18:22.81]A: Dad, I failed in the mid-exam, and I felt very disappointed. I think I tried my best. [18:30.47]B: Don't lose heart. Be confident of yourself. [18:37.20]A:I always ask myself if I use all my time to study. [18:43.08]B: I'm sure you are a diligent boy. So believe yourself, you have our backing. [18:51.52]Jane: Today is the sports meet. Which sport will you take part in? [18:57.63]Tom: I'll be in the relay. I'm so nervous. [19:01.76]Jane: Why are you so nervous? [19:03.43]Tom: I don't want to do badly and let my teammates down. [19:07.74]Jane: Oh, I think you'll do a good job. Don't worry. [19:11.43]You've practiced hard for the race. I think you can win. [19:14.87]Tom: Yes, we should have confidence in ourselves. But you know, relay is a sport with co-operation. [19:23.60]Jane: It means everyone in the relay should co-operate with each other. [19:27.73]Tom: Yes, it is. [19:28.59]Jane: I'm sure our team will win the race. [19:31.96]Tom: Thank you, we'll try our best. [19:35.22]Jane: I'm be there to cheer you on. [19:37.13]Tom: Then, we'll be very glad. [19:39.32]Jane: And we are behind you all the way. [19:41.78]Tom: Oh, it's time to get ready, see you. [19:44.94]294 Mailing Parcels [19:51.16]Could you tell me how much this parcel to London is? [19:55.18]Excuse me, is this the parcel post counter? [19:59.18]I' d like to send this parcel to Tokyo. [20:03.80]In that case, it can go book rate. That's a lot cheaper. [20:08.50]A: Excuse me, is this the parcel post counter? [20:15.87]B: Yes, what can I do for you? [20:18.22]A: I'd like to send this parcel to Tokyo. [20:21.83]B: What's in it, please? [20:23.05]A. Just a piece of silk cloth. [20:26.24]B: Well, all right. Now you can wrap it up and fill out the form please. [20:31.67]A.OK. [20:35.57](Ford wants to post a book to his friend in Brazil. Now he is in a post office.) [20:40.45]Clerk: Next! [20:41.73]Ford: That's me. I' d like to mail this package. [20:44.87]Clerk: Where's it going? [20:46.90]Ford: To Brazil. [20:47.63]Clerk: Let's see what it weighs, one kilogram. [20:50.82]Ford: What will it cost, please? [20:53.43]Clerk: How do you want it to go? [20:55.16]Ford: By air. [20:57.06]Clerk: By air. Hmm...by air.., that'll be $ 8,00. [21:02.50]Ford: That's kind of expensive. Is there a cheaper way to send it? [21:06.65]Clerk: Let's see. It feels like a book. [21:09.47]Ford: It is. [21:10.44]Clerk: In that case, it can go book rate. That's a lot cheaper. [21:15.22]Ford: Thank you very much. [21:16.76]295 Looking for a Toilet [21:23.74]Where can I wash my hands? [21:25.93]Where is the john? [21:28.62]May I be excused? It's an emergency. [21:32.67]A: Sorry, nature calls. Could you tell me where I can wash my hands around here? [21:41.58]B: It's really hard to find a toilet here. Look, there's a hotel there. You can go there. [21:48.50]A:I can't hold it in any longer. That's the only way out. [21:53.67](A few minutes later) [21:56.31]B: Now how do you feel? [21:59.29]A:I feel quite relieved. [22:03.65]A: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you? [22:07.12]B:I' d like to deposit some money, but excuse me, is there a bathroom around here? [22:13.16]I need to take a leak first. I drank a lot of water this morning. [22:18.07]A: Go down this corridor and you will find one at the end of it. [22:21.70]B: Thank you. [22:23.48](At the door of the bathroom.) [22:26.32]B: Can I use your bathroom? It's an emergency. [22:30.50]C: Sorry, the bathroom is flee for staff only. You have to pay. [22:35.89]B:OK, OK... How much is it? [22:37.95]C: 30 cents. [22:39.10]B: Take the money and I'll take it to your manager when I'm finished! [22:43.93]296 Going on a Diet [22:49.31]I must go on a diet. [22:51.64]I' m obese and out of shape. [22:56.08]I get to watch what I eat. [22:57.85]A: I'm getting so paunchy that I'm afraid I have to buy a new belt tomorrow. [23:07.36]And I think I must go on a diet. [23:10.39]B: You are just a little bit chubby, not paunchy. [23:14.49]A: You know, I'm a compulsive overeater. I got to watch what 1 eat. [23:20.92]B: More physical exercises may help to keep your weight down. [23:25.15]A: You said it. [23:26.56]A: Do you have any good suggestions on how to keep fit? I feel I have put on several pounds recently. [23:36.39]B: How much do you weigh now?. [23:38.34]A: About 160 pounds. Can you believe it? [23:42.79]B: The weight looks good on you. Certainly you don't have to go on a diet, do you? [23:47.57]A: You see, I'm getting a thick waist, aren't I? So I need to find a quick fix to it. [23:54.83]B: Maybe jogging can keep your weight down. [23:57.78]A: Yeah, but it takes time. Are there any shortcuts? [24:01.52]B: Dieting pills can help you lose weight, but they may have side effects and do harm to your body. [24:08.12]297 Covering Up a Colleague [24:14.55]Will you be able to cover me up on Friday? [24:18.96]I'm free, so it's OK with me. [24:21.94]A: Hey, Tom. Will you be at work this Wednesday? [24:28.24]B: No. What's up? [24:29.68]A: My parents will be coming to see me this Wednesday and I have to go to the airport to pick them up. [24:36.68]Will you be able to cover me up then? [24:39.60]B: Let me think. I will be free that day. It's OK with me. [24:44.56]A: Thanks a lot. I owe it to you. I won't orget it. [24:49.29]A: Hello, Jenny. I've come to see ff you are on duty tomorrow. [24:56.53]B: No. Want me to cover you up again? [24:59.69]A: Yeah. You know it's the flu. I'm down with it. [25:02.85]My doctor strongly suggested that I go to see him tomorrow. [25:06.74]B:I was planning to have a lazy day. But, now that you asked... OK, [25:12.86]tell me everything I need to do tomorrow. [25:15.62]A: Please give this report to the president and finish typing these. Is that OK? [25:22.47]B:OK. Now it's quitting time. Let's call it a day. [25:26.94]A: You go first. I'll lock the door. Jenny, I owe it to you. [25:32.03]This weekend I' d like to invite you to dinner ff you are flee. [25:36.44]B: I'm looking forward to it. [25:38.06]298 Unable to Fall Asleep [25:45.35]I'm not sleepy at all. [25:47.15]For two days an end, I haven' t slept a wink. [25:51.54]I drank 2 cups of coffee. So I' m all wired. [25:56.56]I didn't get much sleep last night. [26:00.19]A: You look groggy today. What's the matter? [26:05.44]B. I didn't get much sleep last night. I was very tired and sleepy before going to bed, [26:12.08]but somehow when I was lying in there, I became wide a wake. Not sleepy at all. [26:18.19]A: Was there anything exciting that drove away your sleep? [26:22.21]B: God knows. I haven't slept a wink all night. [26:25.92]A: It's bedtime. Good night. Sleep tight. [26:31.09]B: Funny, I just can't sleep. [26:34.04]A: That happens to me as well. Every time when I tried to think about something, [26:41.33]I' d have trouble falling asleep. [26:43.97]B: Yeah. In order to have a good sleep, I will do something dull or less exciting before going to bed, [26:47.73]say, listening to the English news. [26:51.47]A: Does it work? [26:52.67]B: Yeah, it works on me. But I'm not sure it will do for you. [26:57.53]299 Air-conditioners [27:02.20]What brand of air-conditioners do you suggest I should install in my new house? [27:09.62]It can automatically regulate the temperature and humidity in your house. [27:14.56]The air-conditioners we manufacture are very popular with consumers for their high efficiency, [27:22.00]energy saving, easy handling, and quiet operation. [27:26.08]A: What brand of air-conditioners do you think is best for residential purposes? [27:35.72]B: The Haier series or the Gree series. They are the latest products by the two companies, [27:42.85]which are well-known for their electric appli ances. [27:46.48]For example, this model can control temperature and humidity automatically, [27:53.09]purify bad air and operate quietly. [27:55.65]A: OK. I' ll take one of the Haler series. Do you guarantee its quality? [28:02.60]B: We do. If it breaks down within a month after its installation, we can replace it with a new one. [28:09.57]And we guarantee one-year free after-sale service and 3-year free maintenance. [28:17.99]A: It's too stuffy in here. What you need is more fresh air. Or your respiratory system will be in trouble. [28:26.24]B: Yeah. But now how can I improve the ventilation here? [28:31.73]A: You can install an air-conditioner, with a heater, a cooling machine, [28:37.08]and a ventilator, all the three combined in one. [28:40.50]B: That's great. We should have installed one like that long ago. [28:44.21]300 Electronic Games [28:49.70]They have the latest machines and lots of new games. [28:53.85]Before you drop the ball into the spinning wheel, you bet a number on the layout. [28:59.99]If the ball falls and stops an the number you bet on, you win. [29:04.93]A: Hi, Dick, let's go to the Haven Arcade to play something. [29:12.76]They have the latest machines and lots of new games. [29:16.42]B.I was thinking of that. And we can play the slot machine, the mahjong tile, and lots of others. [29:23.92]A: Mah-jong is tiring. You just sit there even for the whole day and not move a bit. I don't like it. [29:32.09]B: If that's the case, let's go play some snooker. [29:36.14]A: How do you play roulette? [29:39.77]B: That' s easy. Before you drop the ball into the spinning wheel, bet a number on the layout, [29:46.72]if the ball falls and stops on the number you bet on, you are the winner. [29:52.24]A: Fantastic. Do you play blackjack, too? [29:55.97]B: Yeah, usually the pliers try to get a set of cards which do not add up to more than 21. [30:02.24]If you exceed it, you lose the game to the dealer. [30:06.42]A: How many points does an ace take? And a jack?. [30:10.31]B: An ace takes 1 point and a jack 11.

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[00:00.00]282 Tongue Twisters
[00:04.23]There are many tongue twisters in English associated with food.
[00:09.04]They are only the easy ones.
[00:11.76]But this one is the most difficult.
[00:14.50]It's just apiece of cake.
[00:16.61]A: Do you know any tongue twisters in English associated with food?
[00:22.94]B.A little, such as "The big baker bakes black bread."
[00:28.26]and "All I want is a proper cup of coffee made in a proper coffeepot."
[00:33.88]A: Well done. It's incredible that you can utter such difficult English tongue twisters so fluently.
[00:40.10]B: Thank you for your compliment. It's just a piece of cake.
[00:46.86](Xiao Chert is talking about English tongue twisters with George.)
[00:51.25]Xiao Chert: There are so many interesting tongue twisters in English associated with such items as food,
[00:59.30]diet, tableware, and so on.
[01:01.00]George: You mean...
[01:02.51]Xiao Chen: Tongue twisters like "The big baker bakes black bread."
[01:07.24]"All I want is a proper cup of coffee made in a proper coffeepot."
[01:12.36]George: You are quite right. They are only the easy ones. We have some more difficult ones such as "
[01:19.80]'The bun is better buttered, ' Bill muttered." and "Charlie's chilly cheap chips shop sells Charlie's cheap chips."
[01:28.03]Xiao Chen: Yeah, they are really difficult. But I'm sure this one is the most difficult:
[01:33.91]You can have: fried fresh fish, fish flied fresh,
[01:39.45]fresh tided fish, fresh fish fried,or fish fresh fried.
[01:44.96]George: Fantastic! It's incredible that you can utter such difficult
[01:50.60]English tongue twisters so fluently. I've been confused.
[01:54.10]Xiao Chert: Thank you for your compliment. It's just a piece of cake.
[01:58.60]283 Occupation
[02:04.19]What business are you in?
[02:07.01]I'm a CPA.
[02:08.26]A: What's your occupation?
[02:11.89]B: I' m a businessman.
[02:13.46]A: What kind of business are you in?
[02:15.78]B: I own a gas station. What line of work are you in?
[02:19.91]A: I'm a government employee.
[02:22.26]B: Are you? Where do you work?
[02:24.48]A;I work at the State Department.
[02:26.94](Chris meets Pat in the street.)
[02:31.72]Chris: Hi, Pat. Long time no see. Where do you work?
[02:36.47]Pat: I'm out of work.
[02:37.99]Chris: Are you?
[02:39.58]Pat: Yes. Only last week I was working two jobs, but now I'm unemployed.
[02:45.25]Chris: That' s too bad. Are you looking for a job?
[02:48.57]Pat: Of course. I had two interviews today, but they both turned me down.
[02:53.95]Chris. Really? Why?
[02:55.83]Pat: They said I was overqualified.
[02:58.52]Chris: What do you mean?
[02:59.80]Pat: They said they didn't need people with Ph. D' s degree.
[03:04.22]Chris: What are you planning to do?
[03:05.68]Pat: I'll try some schools tomorrow. You know I' d love to become a school teacher.
[03:11.66]I can also moonlight as a Taekwondo instructor to make some extra money. What do you do now?
[03:18.64]Chris: I'm a real estate broker. I also sell insurance on the side.
[03:23.99]284 Choosing a New Car
[03:29.89]Do you like this car?
[03:32.45]It's too expensive for us to buy.
[03:35.14]It doesn't hurt to try new things.
[03:38.25]A: I'll take off $300 if you buy it today.
[03:45.28]B: But I still can't afford it.
[03:47.60]A: I'm sure your daughter will like this car.
[03:50.27]B: Yes, but it's too expensive for us to buy.
[03:54.61](Vicky: daughter, Tina: mother, Richard: salesman)
[03:54.92]Vicky: Oh... I like this one.
[03:58.18]Tina: Oh, it's beautiful! I don' t own a bank, honey; we can' t afford this one.
[04:04.72]Vicky: Well, it doesn't hurt to dream.
[04:08.03]Tina: Well, that's true.
[04:09.89]Vicky: Oh, look--that one has a nice style.
[04:12.97]Tina: That' s pretty. Are you sure you still like this one?
[04:17.41]Vicky: Yes.
[04:18.22]Richard: Can I help you find anything today, ladies?
[04:22.92]Tina: My daughter likes this car. What kind of mileage does it get?
[04:28.04]Richard: Oh, it gets great mileage--35 miles per gallon on the highway...
[04:33.19]and it has excellent safety features, like the dual air bags and ABS brakes.
[04:39.93]Tuna: What are ABS brakes?
[04:41.89]Richard: Anti-lock braking system, it keeps you from skidding on the road..,
[04:47.37]and the newer ears have them.
[04:49.75]Tina: Okay. That's great.
[04:52.26]Richard: I can take off $ 500 off the MSPR if you buy it.
[04:58.08]Tina: Well, what is M-S-R-P?
[05:01.17]Richard: "That's manufacture's suggested retail price."
[05:05.74]Tina. Oh, I know.
[05:09.39]285 At the Adult school
[05:13.26]What kinds of classes can you offer?
[05:16.29]We have basic high school classes and other classes.
[05:20.26]A: Is this the Adult Education Office?
[05:25.67]B: Yes, it is. How can I help you?
[05:28.12]A: I'd like to get some information about the classes. What kinds of classes can you offer?
[05:35.02]B: We have various self-study classes. Why do you want to take our courses?
[05:40.53]A: It's hard to get a good job without enough experience or skills, but I don't know what I want to study yet.
[05:48.47]B: Well, you can look through our brochure.
[05:51.32]David: Well, I' d really like to take this auto maintenance course. Are these classes available at night?
[05:59.94]Lama: Some are available at night.
[06:01.90]David: Are these classes very expensive?
[06:04.98]Lama: In Adult Education, many classes are free, and other classes have a small charge.
[06:11.04]David: Thanks. Oh, I almost forgot. My friend is Vietnamese, and he doesn't speak English.
[06:18.25]Can you help him?
[06:19.35]Laura: Yes, our ESL can take him all the way from basics to advanced English skills.
[06:25.75]David: Are the classes very large?
[06:28.31]Laura: Yes. ESL classes can have up to 40 students.
[06:32.28]David: Does he have to be a citizen to study here?
[06:35.70]Laura: No, we teach anyone who wants to learn.
[06:39.36]David: Well, I'm sure he'll take the ESL class and I'll take the Auto Maintenance course. Can I register now?
[06:47.46]Laura: Sure.
[06:50.07]286 Modesty
[06:53.07]There is nothing to be arrogant about.
[06:57.12]Whenever he is praised, it goes to his head.
[07:00.99]A: Why are you in the pouts?
[07:05.27]B.I really can't stand his domineering attitude.
[07:09.40]A: Oh, that Tom! He takes a haughty attitude to everybody except the superior.
[07:14.39]B.I think he should learn to be modest. There's nothing to be arrogant about.
[07:21.70]A: That could be hard for him; he is far from modesty. He likes to brag of his own achievements.
[07:27.92]B: And whenever he's praised, it goes to his head.
[07:32.18]Jane: Congratulations. Tom!
[07:36.31]Tom: Thanks. Actually, I think I'm really talented.
[07:41.74]I've looked over my work and thought to myself how well I had written it.
[07:46.02]Jane: I believe you're capable, but don' t let this success go to your head. Keep up your best effort.
[07:53.00]Tom: Of course, I won't let my gift go to waste.
[07:59.22]Jane: Your self-confidence is good. Just be careful that you don' t sound conceited.
[08:04.18]Tom: Sure enough, I'm self-confident, but I'm not conceited at all.
[08:08.28]Jane: I hope you can take my advice. Don' t brag triumphantly of what ever achievement you may make.
[08:14.63]It'll simply alienate, sometimes even antagonize people around you.
[08:20.85]Tom. I know you are saying this for the good of me. I'll keep it in mind.
[08:25.44]287 Complaint
[08:31.11]He finds faults with my project.
[08:34.66]Stop complaining. You are not the only one who works hard.
[08:39.76]A:I just argued with our boss for not telling me about the deadline sooner.
[08:46.11]B: Then, what did he say?
[08:47.70]A: He wants me to finish the project before the deadline.
[08:51.10]B: Too bad. Today is not your day.
[08:54.05]A: What's worse. He even finds faults with my project.
[08:58.28]B: Stop complaining. You are not the only one who has to work hard.
[09:02.62](On the way home after school, Tom and Jane are complaining about their teacher. )
[09:09.46]Jane: (sighs) Tom, today we have a lot of homework to do again.
[09:15.15]Tom: So we can' t watch our favorite cartoon tonight.
[09:18.45]Jane, I don' t like him. He always criticizes me in front of everyone.
[09:24.24]Jane: Well, to tell you the truth, I don' t really like him, either. He pulls a long face everyday.
[09:30.38]Tom: Yes, and he also...
[09:33.47]Jane: Wait, Tom, is it all right that we speak ill of him behind his back?
[09:38.46]Tom: Hmm... I don't think we should speak ill of him. After all, he is our teacher.
[09:45.33]Jane: Yes. By the way, it's getting dark. So let's hurry home and finish all of our homework.
[09:51.91]Tom: All right.
[09:54.26]288 Sympathy
[09:58.02]You have my sympathies for losing the job.
[10:02.62]It' s very kind of you to say so.
[10:06.30]A.I lost the chance to get promoted. I'm very disappointed.
[10:10.74]B: It's a pity. I'm sorry to hear that. You have my sympathies. I think you teach English very well.
[10:18.84]A: It' s very kind of you to say so. Is this useful?
[10:23.73]I think I tried my best to do my work and the result made me upset. I want to give up.
[10:29.76]B: Don't be childish. There's no place where there's no difficulty.
[10:35.79](Two friends meet in the street.)
[10:39.58]Mrs. White: Hello, Mrs. Smith. Haven't seen you for a long time.
[10:44.13]Mrs. Smith: Good morning. Mrs. White.
[10:48.75]Mrs. White: Why are you so worried? What happened?
[10:54.60]Mrs. Smith: My husband was knocked down by a car yesterday. Now, the' s in hospital.
[10:57.03]Mrs. White: Oh, bad luck! I can't expect it. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
[11:02.75]Mrs. Smith: Thank you very much.
[11:06.83]Mrs. White: How about Mr. Smith now?
[11:08.97]Mrs. Smith: After the operation, he felt better.
[11:13.36]Mrs. White: Thanks Goodness! Mr. Smith so kind a person. I'm sure he'll recover quickly.
[11:21.87]Mrs. Smith: We hope that. Now, I must bring some fruit for him. See you later!
[11:27.18]Mrs. White: Wait a minute. Since I have no important things to do,
[11:31.33]shall I accompany you to go to the hospital this morning?
[11:35.25]Mrs. Smith: Thank you. Let's go.
[11:37.52]289 Agreement and Disagreement
[11:44.94]I couldn't agree with you more.
[11:48.60]I disagree with you an this point.
[11:50.40]A:I think the match is exciting, isn't it?
[11:55.52]B: Yes, indeed. The host team takes the lead in the first half. I hope they will win.
[12:02.31]A: But I prefer the way the guest team plays. They are playing an attacking game.
[12:08.66]B: I couldn't agree with you more.
[12:11.59]Tom: Well, Jane, I think sports is good for you and everybody should take exercises.
[12:20.75]Jane: I quite agree, Tom.
[12:22.14]Tom: Many students sit in the classrooms all day. They don' t get out and do anything to keep fit.
[12:29.14]Jane. You are absolutely right.
[12:31.02]Tom: I love football and I always watch the matches on TV.
[12:35.41]I think we should have more football matches on TV.
[12:39.09]Jane: I'm not sure about that. There's usually one football match every week. I think that's quite enough.
[12:46.33]Tom: I don' t think one match every week is enough. I think there should be four at least one week.
[12:53.25]Jane: I'm afraid I totally disagree with you. Maybe there should be more sports on TV,
[12:59.28]but different things, maybe table tennis is good.
[13:03.07]Tom: That' s nonsense! Table tennis is boring and slow.
[13:08.69]Jane: I'm afraid you are wrong.
[13:11.38]Tom: But football is the most popular sport in the world.
[13:14.78]Jane: Well, let's stop argument.
[13:17.44]290 Consolation
[13:22.40]Don' t worry. Everything will be OK.
[13:26.77]Luck will be around you next time.
[13:30.03]A: It's too bad. I lost my job!
[13:34.76]B:I hope it won't make you too disappointed.
[13:38.73]A:I don't know what I should do next.
[13:41.39]B: Don't worry. Everything will be OK. Luck will be around you soon.
[13:47.64](The husband comforts the wife who lost the job.)
[13:52.89]Husband: You look worried. What happened?
[13:56.23]Wife: Unreasonable! Why did the company fire me?
[14:00.15]Husband: No reason. You are so excellent a secretary!
[14:04.33]Wife: Maybe only you think that. The supervisor doesn't think so!
[14:08.56]Husband: Forget that. I'm sure the boss will regret.
[14:12.85]Wife: Maybe. But now I have nothing to do. I feel very nervous. I'm of no use. Why I come into this world?
[14:22.72]Husband: Don' t say that. I can understand your feeling.
[14:27.66]Anyway, you stayed there for about ten years.
[14:30.71]But I should say you're a very important person in our family.
[14:34.50]You can find your new position in home, right? You can do housework and take care of our kids.
[14:41.53]Wife: But I don' t want to be a housewife! I still want to get a new job.
[14:46.99]Will you support me? Your opinion is very important for me.
[14:51.22]Husband: Why not? I believe if you want to get a job, that' s very easy. Luck will be around you next time.
[14:59.03]Wife: Thank you for your supporting. I will try my best.
[15:04.15]291 Reminding
[15:10.89]Pardon me for my poor memory.
[15:13.66]Don' t let me forget to get up early.
[15:16.38]A: Should I need to remind you not to be late every time?
[15:22.15]B: Oh, my dear. You know my memory is very poor, and I'm not on purpose.
[15:29.25]A: Did you still remember what you said last time?
[15:32.36]B: What did I say? Pardon me for my poor memory.
[15:36.39]A: You said you would give me 99 roses this time.
[15:40.90]B: Forgive me, please. Next time, I will. If not, I will buy you a dia mond.
[15:47.93]Tom: Mum, our final exam will start tomorrow. So, today I want to have a deep sleep.
[15:57.44]Mum: What can I do for you, my son?
[15:59.63]Tom: Don' t forget to wake me up at haft past six.
[16:02.80]Mum: OK, I will. Anything else?
[16:05.98]Tom: No, see you tomorrow.
[16:07.58]Mum: Wait a minute. Have you prepared your pen and paper?
[16:11.99]Tom: Yes, I bought something new this afternoon.
[16:14.79]Mum: Is your bike OK? Maybe you will find something wrong tomorrow morning. Why not check it now?.
[16:20.48]Tom: Perhaps you're right. I'll check it now.
[16:24.79]Mum: Don't eat and drink too much this evening.
[16:28.08]Tom: All right.
[16:29.10]Mum: Don't stay up, and go to bed earlier.
[16:33.07]Tom: You are so considerate.
[16:34.35]Mum: Try to be careful during the exam.
[16:37.41]Tom: OK, I'll remember what you said.
[16:39.76]Mum: Good luck, and good night.
[16:42.29]292 Promise
[16:48.40]Can I count on you to do the homework by yourself?
[16:51.44]I promise that I'll do it by myself.
[16:54.70]A:I make a promise I' II wake you up every morning.
[17:01.83]B: In that case, I promise I'll try my best not to be Gate.
[17:06.64]A: Can we count on you to get a good score in the final exam?
[17:11.00]B: Perhaps you can, anyway, you know I study hard.
[17:15.31]John: Jane, I will go to New York on business tomorrow.
[17:20.88]Jane: How long will the trip last?
[17:22.96]John: About half a month.
[17:25.39]Jane: Can you make a promise that you won' t drink and smoke too much?
[17:29.39]John: OK, I will. Any other words?
[17:32.53]Jane: Can I depend on you that you will buy some dresses for me?
[17:35.76]John: Of course, I will keep it in my mind.
[17:38.93]Jane: And give me a call every night.
[17:41.43]John: I'll try. You know, the business is very busy.
[17:45.09]Jane: Take care of yourself.
[17:46.84]John: I also have some asking for you.
[17:49.37]Jane: What's that? Tell me.
[17:51.46]John: Can you make a promise that you will do all the housework by yourself, not ask my mother?
[17:58.78]You know she feels not well these days.
[18:01.70]Jane: I know your meaning. I will try my best to satisfy your mother.
[18:05.96]John: Thank you very much. I' m sure both of us will keep the promise.
[18:11.34]Jane: Me too.
[18:12.10]293 Encouragement
[18:18.92]Believe yourself.
[18:20.80]Don't lose heart.
[18:22.81]A: Dad, I failed in the mid-exam, and I felt very disappointed. I think I tried my best.
[18:30.47]B: Don't lose heart. Be confident of yourself.
[18:37.20]A:I always ask myself if I use all my time to study.
[18:43.08]B: I'm sure you are a diligent boy. So believe yourself, you have our backing.
[18:51.52]Jane: Today is the sports meet. Which sport will you take part in?
[18:57.63]Tom: I'll be in the relay. I'm so nervous.
[19:01.76]Jane: Why are you so nervous?
[19:03.43]Tom: I don't want to do badly and let my teammates down.
[19:07.74]Jane: Oh, I think you'll do a good job. Don't worry.
[19:11.43]You've practiced hard for the race. I think you can win.
[19:14.87]Tom: Yes, we should have confidence in ourselves. But you know, relay is a sport with co-operation.
[19:23.60]Jane: It means everyone in the relay should co-operate with each other.
[19:27.73]Tom: Yes, it is.
[19:28.59]Jane: I'm sure our team will win the race.
[19:31.96]Tom: Thank you, we'll try our best.
[19:35.22]Jane: I'm be there to cheer you on.
[19:37.13]Tom: Then, we'll be very glad.
[19:39.32]Jane: And we are behind you all the way.
[19:41.78]Tom: Oh, it's time to get ready, see you.
[19:44.94]294 Mailing Parcels
[19:51.16]Could you tell me how much this parcel to London is?
[19:55.18]Excuse me, is this the parcel post counter?
[19:59.18]I' d like to send this parcel to Tokyo.
[20:03.80]In that case, it can go book rate. That's a lot cheaper.
[20:08.50]A: Excuse me, is this the parcel post counter?
[20:15.87]B: Yes, what can I do for you?
[20:18.22]A: I'd like to send this parcel to Tokyo.
[20:21.83]B: What's in it, please?
[20:23.05]A. Just a piece of silk cloth.
[20:26.24]B: Well, all right. Now you can wrap it up and fill out the form please.
[20:31.67]A.OK.
[20:35.57](Ford wants to post a book to his friend in Brazil. Now he is in a post office.)
[20:40.45]Clerk: Next!
[20:41.73]Ford: That's me. I' d like to mail this package.
[20:44.87]Clerk: Where's it going?
[20:46.90]Ford: To Brazil.
[20:47.63]Clerk: Let's see what it weighs, one kilogram.
[20:50.82]Ford: What will it cost, please?
[20:53.43]Clerk: How do you want it to go?
[20:55.16]Ford: By air.
[20:57.06]Clerk: By air. Hmm...by air.., that'll be $ 8,00.
[21:02.50]Ford: That's kind of expensive. Is there a cheaper way to send it?
[21:06.65]Clerk: Let's see. It feels like a book.
[21:09.47]Ford: It is.
[21:10.44]Clerk: In that case, it can go book rate. That's a lot cheaper.
[21:15.22]Ford: Thank you very much.
[21:16.76]295 Looking for a Toilet
[21:23.74]Where can I wash my hands?
[21:25.93]Where is the john?
[21:28.62]May I be excused? It's an emergency.
[21:32.67]A: Sorry, nature calls. Could you tell me where I can wash my hands around here?
[21:41.58]B: It's really hard to find a toilet here. Look, there's a hotel there. You can go there.
[21:48.50]A:I can't hold it in any longer. That's the only way out.
[21:53.67](A few minutes later)
[21:56.31]B: Now how do you feel?
[21:59.29]A:I feel quite relieved.
[22:03.65]A: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you?
[22:07.12]B:I' d like to deposit some money, but excuse me, is there a bathroom around here?
[22:13.16]I need to take a leak first. I drank a lot of water this morning.
[22:18.07]A: Go down this corridor and you will find one at the end of it.
[22:21.70]B: Thank you.
[22:23.48](At the door of the bathroom.)
[22:26.32]B: Can I use your bathroom? It's an emergency.
[22:30.50]C: Sorry, the bathroom is flee for staff only. You have to pay.
[22:35.89]B:OK, OK... How much is it?
[22:37.95]C: 30 cents.
[22:39.10]B: Take the money and I'll take it to your manager when I'm finished!
[22:43.93]296 Going on a Diet
[22:49.31]I must go on a diet.
[22:51.64]I' m obese and out of shape.
[22:56.08]I get to watch what I eat.
[22:57.85]A: I'm getting so paunchy that I'm afraid I have to buy a new belt tomorrow.
[23:07.36]And I think I must go on a diet.
[23:10.39]B: You are just a little bit chubby, not paunchy.
[23:14.49]A: You know, I'm a compulsive overeater. I got to watch what 1 eat.
[23:20.92]B: More physical exercises may help to keep your weight down.
[23:25.15]A: You said it.
[23:26.56]A: Do you have any good suggestions on how to keep fit? I feel I have put on several pounds recently.
[23:36.39]B: How much do you weigh now?.
[23:38.34]A: About 160 pounds. Can you believe it?
[23:42.79]B: The weight looks good on you. Certainly you don't have to go on a diet, do you?
[23:47.57]A: You see, I'm getting a thick waist, aren't I? So I need to find a quick fix to it.
[23:54.83]B: Maybe jogging can keep your weight down.
[23:57.78]A: Yeah, but it takes time. Are there any shortcuts?
[24:01.52]B: Dieting pills can help you lose weight, but they may have side effects and do harm to your body.
[24:08.12]297 Covering Up a Colleague
[24:14.55]Will you be able to cover me up on Friday?
[24:18.96]I'm free, so it's OK with me.
[24:21.94]A: Hey, Tom. Will you be at work this Wednesday?
[24:28.24]B: No. What's up?
[24:29.68]A: My parents will be coming to see me this Wednesday and I have to go to the airport to pick them up.
[24:36.68]Will you be able to cover me up then?
[24:39.60]B: Let me think. I will be free that day. It's OK with me.
[24:44.56]A: Thanks a lot. I owe it to you. I won't orget it.
[24:49.29]A: Hello, Jenny. I've come to see ff you are on duty tomorrow.
[24:56.53]B: No. Want me to cover you up again?
[24:59.69]A: Yeah. You know it's the flu. I'm down with it.
[25:02.85]My doctor strongly suggested that I go to see him tomorrow.
[25:06.74]B:I was planning to have a lazy day. But, now that you asked... OK,
[25:12.86]tell me everything I need to do tomorrow.
[25:15.62]A: Please give this report to the president and finish typing these. Is that OK?
[25:22.47]B:OK. Now it's quitting time. Let's call it a day.
[25:26.94]A: You go first. I'll lock the door. Jenny, I owe it to you.
[25:32.03]This weekend I' d like to invite you to dinner ff you are flee.
[25:36.44]B: I'm looking forward to it.
[25:38.06]298 Unable to Fall Asleep
[25:45.35]I'm not sleepy at all.
[25:47.15]For two days an end, I haven' t slept a wink.
[25:51.54]I drank 2 cups of coffee. So I' m all wired.
[25:56.56]I didn't get much sleep last night.
[26:00.19]A: You look groggy today. What's the matter?
[26:05.44]B. I didn't get much sleep last night. I was very tired and sleepy before going to bed,
[26:12.08]but somehow when I was lying in there, I became wide a wake. Not sleepy at all.
[26:18.19]A: Was there anything exciting that drove away your sleep?
[26:22.21]B: God knows. I haven't slept a wink all night.
[26:25.92]A: It's bedtime. Good night. Sleep tight.
[26:31.09]B: Funny, I just can't sleep.
[26:34.04]A: That happens to me as well. Every time when I tried to think about something,
[26:41.33]I' d have trouble falling asleep.
[26:43.97]B: Yeah. In order to have a good sleep, I will do something dull or less exciting before going to bed,
[26:47.73]say, listening to the English news.
[26:51.47]A: Does it work?
[26:52.67]B: Yeah, it works on me. But I'm not sure it will do for you.
[26:57.53]299 Air-conditioners
[27:02.20]What brand of air-conditioners do you suggest I should install in my new house?
[27:09.62]It can automatically regulate the temperature and humidity in your house.
[27:14.56]The air-conditioners we manufacture are very popular with consumers for their high efficiency,
[27:22.00]energy saving, easy handling, and quiet operation.
[27:26.08]A: What brand of air-conditioners do you think is best for residential purposes?
[27:35.72]B: The Haier series or the Gree series. They are the latest products by the two companies,
[27:42.85]which are well-known for their electric appli ances.
[27:46.48]For example, this model can control temperature and humidity automatically,
[27:53.09]purify bad air and operate quietly.
[27:55.65]A: OK. I' ll take one of the Haler series. Do you guarantee its quality?
[28:02.60]B: We do. If it breaks down within a month after its installation, we can replace it with a new one.
[28:09.57]And we guarantee one-year free after-sale service and 3-year free maintenance.
[28:17.99]A: It's too stuffy in here. What you need is more fresh air. Or your respiratory system will be in trouble.
[28:26.24]B: Yeah. But now how can I improve the ventilation here?
[28:31.73]A: You can install an air-conditioner, with a heater, a cooling machine,
[28:37.08]and a ventilator, all the three combined in one.
[28:40.50]B: That's great. We should have installed one like that long ago.
[28:44.21]300 Electronic Games
[28:49.70]They have the latest machines and lots of new games.
[28:53.85]Before you drop the ball into the spinning wheel, you bet a number on the layout.
[28:59.99]If the ball falls and stops an the number you bet on, you win.
[29:04.93]A: Hi, Dick, let's go to the Haven Arcade to play something.
[29:12.76]They have the latest machines and lots of new games.
[29:16.42]B.I was thinking of that. And we can play the slot machine, the mahjong tile, and lots of others.
[29:23.92]A: Mah-jong is tiring. You just sit there even for the whole day and not move a bit. I don't like it.
[29:32.09]B: If that's the case, let's go play some snooker.
[29:36.14]A: How do you play roulette?
[29:39.77]B: That' s easy. Before you drop the ball into the spinning wheel, bet a number on the layout,
[29:46.72]if the ball falls and stops on the number you bet on, you are the winner.
[29:52.24]A: Fantastic. Do you play blackjack, too?
[29:55.97]B: Yeah, usually the pliers try to get a set of cards which do not add up to more than 21.
[30:02.24]If you exceed it, you lose the game to the dealer.
[30:06.42]A: How many points does an ace take? And a jack?.
[30:10.31]B: An ace takes 1 point and a jack 11.