Sam and Gary, employees at a sporting goods company, discuss the results of recent survey administered by their company.

HELPFUL TIP: Lively discussion is often part of business meetings. Don’t be afraid to share your ideas when the time is right.

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Name one national park in your country and think about what makes it a unique place to visit (e.g., the scenic views, the wildlife, the flora, outdoor recreation, etc.).

HELPFUL TIP: Visiting national parks can be a wonderful way to discover the natural and historic beauty of the area that you are visiting. Just be sure to take any needed safety precautions before you travel.

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When you visit another country (or talk to someone about your own), you can communicate better when you can understand and use numbers in describing countries — their history, geography, population, and even economy.

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

• How old is this bridge?
  >> It was built four hundred fifty (450) years ago.
• What is the population of your city?
  >> There are about three hundred forty-five thousand (345,000) people.
• What is the average life expectancy for men?
  >> It’s seventy-two point two one (72.21%).

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Many people go to the movies to relax and enjoy their favorite pictures. What kinds of movies do you like to see and why? Do you buy any snacks at the concession stand at the movie theater? Why or why not?

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

• Do you want to catch a movie?
  >> Sure. That sounds fun.
• When does the movie start?
  >> It begins at 7:20.
• How about some popcorn for the movie?
  >> That sounds nice.

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A common topic of conversation centers around our work, and people often might ask us about our jobs, including specific details on what we do.

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

• What do you do for a living?
  >> I work as a receptionist as at software company.

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If you want to find a good job, you have to make sure you qualified for the position. What was your college major? How much experience do you have? Can you describe a work situation in which you were able to solve a challenging problem? Here are some key vocabulary to get you started:

candidate, overtime, master’s degree, working hours, attractive benefits, bonus, be qualified, experience, resume, retirement plan, shift, computer literacy, apply for a job, be hired, interview for a job

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Choosing the right language school for your might depend on your goals, the cost, the school’s reputation, and the types of classes that are offered. If you know how to ask questions about these topics, you will be able a good decision about different programs.

SAMPLE SENTENCES:

• What kinds of classes do you offer?
  >> We offer all kinds of classes including grammar, writing, and speaking.
• How much does the program cost?
  >> Tuition for full-time students is $1,500 per semester.

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