Unit 5B

Text 1

M: Jenny, you're definitely on cloud nine.Did you win the chess game or get high grades in the exam?

W: Neither, I finally got the dog I've always wanted! 

Text 2

M: Oh, this is so annoying! We've been driving around for ages, and I haven't seen a single space. 

W: There's a street party going on in town today. That's probably why it's busy. Let's try the supermarket. You can park there for free as long as you buy something. 

Text 3

M: Make your son do some eye exercises after studying, which would be really good for his sight. 

W: Good idea.Do you have any other suggestions?

M: We have a variety of eye drops for tired eyes.Would you like one? 

Text 4

W: The art exhibit was amazing! Did you have a favorite piece of art? 

M: Yes! The landscape painting near the entrance caught my eye. The colors were so vivid and it felt like the mountains came to life. What about you? 

W: I loved the sculpture in the center. It was both modern and full of emotion. 

Text 5

M: Sorry for calling so late in the day.

W: That's OK.

M: Good. I'm actually calling about my visit. I've just realized I can't make it on Wednesday. Can we move the meeting to Thursday? 

W: Yes, the afternoon is free.

Text 6

W: Your new shoes are great! I've actually seen those shoes at Maxine's, but I couldn't afford $200 for them at the moment. 

M: $200?

W: Yes, that's the price they are advertising at. I am hoping they can give me a 20% discount.

M: Oh, I bought them for $245 at Helen's. I didn't know I could get them cheaper somewhere else.

W: Of course! Everything at Helen's is overpriced, and they sell things that you can find at almost every other store! 

Text 7

W: Hello Larry. Your face looks really red.

M: I've just been to the gym.

W: I thought working out wasn't your thing. What got you on board?

M: One morning I was late for the bus. I saw it pulling away and ran after it. I caught it but I couldn't speak when I got on. I was completely out of breath. That's when I began to go to the gym with my friends. 

W: What do you do? Lifting weights, that sort of thing?

M: Not really. I mostly run, and occasionally cycle.

W: Sounds good. Have you lost some weight?

M: Yes, I've lost 20 pounds. 

W: You've got to be kidding me! 

Text 8

M: Honey, are you coming out with us tonight?We saved you a ticket to the concert. 

W: Oh, I'd love to. I've been looking forward to this concert forever. But I have to work overtime. 

M: I thought you said that you booked the day off a long time ago.

W: I did, but I've just got this new promotion, and my boss gave me this big speech on how he expects me to take on more responsibility. 

M: I paid for the ticket already. Can't you just explain it to him?

W: I could, but I feel bad. He went out of his way to speak to the head office and recommend me for the position. He also gave me tickets to the Lakers game. I feel like I owe him this. 

M: All right, I will explain to the kids. 

Text 9

W: Mike, the New Year is coming soon. What presents shall we buy for the children?

M: What about a bike for John? He's been asking for one for a long time.

W: But I don't think he's old enough to ride a bike to school. Let's buy him a football instead, all right? 

M: OK. What shall we buy for Jane? 

W: Well, she likes music very much. Shall we buy her a guitar?

M: I think a tablet will be better. It can help her learn Chinese. 

W: Then let's buy one for her. Now, what about little Jack?

M: Well, he's still a young baby. I think a toy car is best for him.

W: I couldn't agree more. When shall we go and buy the presents?

M: Well, today is Saturday, but it's already evening. I think it's too late to go to the shopping center. Let's go shopping tomorrow afternoon after we see the film. 

W: OK. But we mustn't let the children know about the presents before the New Year.

M: I'm sure they won't know. I'll take them to eat something while you are doing the shopping. 

W: They must be very happy.

Text 10

M: We interrupt this show for an urgent weather report. Heavy snow has caused major damage in our area over the weekend. Police are warning drivers that they should avoid using their vehicles, as road conditions are expected to be very dangerous. About three inches of snow are expected to fall on Friday evening. That is on top of the two inches that fell the previous day. Roads are also particularly risky because the rain which fell on Wednesday has turned into ice. High winds may cause the snow to block many routes. The A620 and A625 roads have already been closed by police. The A720 road is still open but drivers are being advised to avoid it if possible. Because of an accident earlier today there, it was closed for three hours, but it has now cleared. Ambulances had been unable to reach a man trapped in his car at the scene. A rescue helicopter pulled him out and transported him to the emergency department. The hospital later said his condition was improving. Looking ahead, the snow will be with us for the next three days but we can look forward to warmer weather by the middle of next week.