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W: Have you read the magazine English Game?
M: No, I haven't, but I heard it is very interesting, including some news from newspapers.
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W: How about your trip to Italy in the summer holidays?
M: Wonderful. We visited many museums and had a good time in Venice.
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W: The price of beef has increased a lot this year. Now a pound costs twenty dollars.
M: Yes, last year it was only half the price.
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W: The taxi is waiting downstairs. Please hurry up or we'll miss the train.
M: Wait a minute. I'll take a coat with me. I'm afraid the weather will change suddenly.
W: Come on!
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W: Are you going to Beijing to visit friends or have a tour?
M: Neither, I have been offered a job in Zhongguancun.
W: Congratulations.
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W: What do you usually do in your spare time?
M: I’m really interested in English movies, but my wife likes Korean TV plays. And you?
W: I like hiking, especially mountain hiking. Do you like it?
M: Not so much. Have you hiked in the Taihang Mountains?
W: Certainly, last year a few friends and I hiked in the mountains for a week.
M: Sounds interesting. Next time I will go with you.
W: How about the end of the month?
M: OK. That’s a deal.
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W: Would you like to tell me something about your father? What does he like to do?
M: My father is an electrical engineer in a company. He likes taking photos in his free time and now he is taking a night class.
W: Oh, your father must be gifted in many ways.
M: Yeah. He is very easy-going and has many friends in my neighborhood.
W: To tell the truth, I also love photographing.
M: That's great. Will you have a chat with my father?
W: I can't agree more. What time?
M: He has meetings on Saturday and Sunday. He will be free on Friday and you can come to my home.
W: See you then.
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W: What do you think of Beijing? It must be different from your hometown.
M: Well, I'm from a small town in Yunnan. Living in a beautiful town is very enjoyable. Beijing is so crowded, noisy and busy. But I like the people in Beijing. They are quite friendly to me.
W: Is everything expensive in your hometown?
M: No, everything is at an acceptable price, especially the house.
W: How much do you spend in renting a flat for a month in Yunnan?
M: From 300 yuan to 500 yuan.
W: It is too cheap. You can see the rent in Beijing is no less than ten times as high as that in your hometown.
M: Yes. I'm wondering if I can work in the city. I'm afraid I can't make both ends meet.
W: Cheer up!
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M: Hello, I’m calling about the apartments you advertised.
W: Yes. What kind of apartment are you interested in?
M: I’m interested in a one-bedroom apartment. Do you have any available?
W: Yes. I have one. When do you need it?
M: Around next week. What can you tell me about this apartment?
W: Well,it’s a one-bedroom apartment. The monthly rent is＄650, with a＄300 security deposit. You pay for electricity only. Gas and water are included. You’ll have a parking space at no extra charge. And...that’s probably it.
M: Sounds good. May I come over tomorrow to take a look?
W: Sure. What time would you like to come?
M: How about 10 am?
W: Good. May I have your name, please?
M: My name is Bruce.
W: Bruce. I’ll see you tomorrow.
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You may have seen on your calendar that today’s a special day: Grandparents Day. I remember the stories my own grandmother used to tell me about her childhood in Maine. Each Thanksgiving, she and her family would skate on the lake near her house. Over the course of her life, the winter freeze came later and later — to the point where the lake no longer froze by Thanksgiving. She saw first-hand how climate change impacted a family tradition. That’s why Grandparents Day has me think about what sort of world we’re leaving for our children and grandchildren. You see, I just got back from a camping trip with my family, exploring our National Parks. Let me tell you, seeing the wonder of nature through my kids’ eyes was incredible and it’s an experience I want my kids to enjoy when they grow up and have children and grandchildren of their own. Today, in honor of Grandparents Day, I want to personally thank you for everything you do to protect our natural heritage for the next generation.