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M: Hi, Ann. Your new skirt is beautiful. Where did you buy it?

W: In the shopping mall near my new apartment. I'm going to Susan's birthday party in it tonight.

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W: Textbooks are so expensive. I've spent $100 on them already! Let's share one for chemistry, since we're in the same class.

M: Good idea. I haven't bought mine yet. The chemistry book is $50, so I'll give you half tomorrow. 

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M: Lily, this is John. I'm calling because I am going to pick some guests up at the airport with my boss. So I will be late for supper.

W: That's OK. I will wait for you. I'll boil dumplings.

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W: Do you have to clean the fish after you catch them?

M: Maybe Jason can clean them.

W: OK. You catch the fish, Jason cleans them, and I eat them!

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M: Are you going on holiday with your sister again this year?

W: Yes, she will come home from Canada tomorrow, and we're going away next week.

M: Where are you going?

W: I've booked a hotel in Türkiye. My sister wants to go to Italy again, so I hope she won't mind.

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W: Hey, Brad. You didn't take the envelope that was on the kitchen table, did you?

M: No, why? Do you want to send a letter?

W: Well, actually my new PIN number was in that envelope. 

M: You're kidding me, aren't you?

W: No, I'm not. I left it there this morning.

M: Go and ask Jill. Maybe she's seen it. 

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W: Hi, Dave. It's Lisa.

M: Hi, Lisa. I haven't heard from you for quite a while.

W: Well, I've been busy. I've been working on my third book. It must come out this June.

M: Oh, I've been busy, too. I've started my own business. I operate a grocery store now.

W: I've actually heard about your grocery store. That's why I'm calling you. My cousin Linda is looking for work. Do you need someone in your store?

M: Yes. We do need one more cashier. Please ask her to call me a bit later today. I want to talk to her about the job in person.

W: OK. Thanks, Dave.

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W: What do you think of the airport?

M: Well, it's far from downtown and when the traffic is bad, it can take an hour and a half to get there. The city really needs to build a new airport that is closer to the city.

W: Do you usually drive to the airport?

M: No. I usually take the airport bus. It's clean and comfortable, and it's a lot cheaper than driving because you don't have to pay for parking. But my wife prefers taking the subway.

W: Is there much to do while you are waiting for your flight?

M: Sure. There are a couple of stores that sell souvenirs and magazines. There are also a couple of fast-food places and the service there is nice.

W: How long does it take to check in?

M: It doesn't take long. They're pretty efficient.

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M: The school is trying to promote healthier food. Have you read this notice about the change they are making?

W: Yeah. They say the snack vending machines will be removed from the school next month. These machines will be replaced by those selling water, milk and fresh fruit.

M: So I can't buy potato chips or cookies at school any more.

W: Sure not. You know the garbage that is produced attracts insects, which does harm to the environment.

M: I agree with you. But they don't tell me what I can and can't eat.

W: Well, they are giving you the chance to eat healthier food. Also, you should lose a few pounds and this might help.

M: Well, I have been thinking of going on a diet. I may drink water instead of sweet drinks. But I need to eat some foods that I can't find in the school lunchroom.

W: You can bring them from home.

M: That's a good idea. I couldn't have thought of that.

W: Sure you could.

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M: Boys and girls, welcome to Elite Secondary School! I'm John Green, and I have been in charge of this school for 20 years. I'd like to introduce you to various aspects of our school, from our history to our buildings and activities. Elite Secondary School was set up in 1960. In the past years, Elite Secondary School has experienced a lot of changes and development. Our school finally decided to move to Aberdeen when it was 30 years old. The school now has three libraries which are available to all the teachers and students. As for labs, we have two physics labs, two chemistry labs, and a biology lab which was established last year. Besides, there is a wide range of after-class activities for students to choose from. Elite Secondary School aims at providing the highest level of education for the children. It has become one of the most famous secondary schools in the country. We hope you now have a better understanding of our school. Thank you for your time. If you have any questions, please ask me anytime.