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Talking on the phone is sometimes difficult because you can talk face-to-face with the other person, but you can speak better on the phone as you study common telephone expressions.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:

Hello. Is Cindy there?
>> Just a minute please.
May I leave a message for Mike?
>> Sure. Go ahead.

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If you need shoes, a book, or even a new stereo, you probably can find many of these things at a shopping mall near you. Try this listening activity to improve your understanding of this topic.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:

Where did you buy that shirt?
>> I bought it at a clothing store [...]

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Most people enjoy going to restaurants for a bite (=a small amount of something) to eat; however, if you don’t understand the server or the menu, you might only be able to order a glass of water.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:

Hi. May I take your order?
>> Yes. I’d like a salad.
What do [...]

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Outside of school and work, many people enjoy spending their free time on their hobbies or other recreation activities. Hobbies can provide ways to develop our talents, relieve stress, and even get exercise.
SAMPLE SENTENCES:

What do you do in your free time?
>> I like to go jogging.
Do you have any [...]

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People can get to know each other better if they can talk about their families, jobs, hometowns, and even their hobbies. Think of three questions (and possible answers) you might ask someone about his or her family before you do the listening activity (for example, “How many sisters [...]

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Travel and sightseeing are always fun, but if you find yourself lost in a new city on vacation, you will probably have to ask for directions. Understanding directions is a big part of this. Look at the expressions below and be sure to understand the meaning of the places [...]

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Shopping for new clothes and the latest fashions is often important to people because they want to look nice, and now, people can shop for clothes online from the comfort of their own homes. Dresses, shirts, coats, shoes. Buying almost anything is possible. Here are some verbs to [...]

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