
You run into a dancer you admire greatly at a party. How do you greet her/him?
A: Hi Jesse. I'm Simpson. Nice to meet you. I've heard all about you.
B: Really? I hope it’s not anything bad about me.
A: Not at all. You are very popular. Mike says you are a very great dancer.
B: Thanks for your compliment. I'm so flattered.
A:I like your dance very much. Every time when I see you dance on the TV. I really thought that you are a bird and you can fly. But I am not good at it.
B:is it really? If you like this kind of dance, I can teach you. I really like to share with people who like dance.
A:Oh, that`s sound cool. But my body isn`t so flexible as you, I am afraid I can`t do it.
B:No,No,No, you are wrong. You know that Never too late to learn.
A:So you really think I can do it?
B:Of course you can. You can be better than before at least. Right?
A:That`s very kind of you. So when will be free? I know you are always very busy.
B:OK, let me see. I can`t decide it yet now, but I can leave you my phone number. We can contact each other after the party. Do you agree that?
A:Yes I do. I think there is really so many things I can learn.
B:Yes, and the secret is, if you really like it, you will success sooner or later.
A:We're glad to finally be able to meet you. Dinner will be ready in about twenty minutes.
B: Is there anything I can do to help?
A: No, everything is pretty much ready. We're just waiting on the roast. I hope you like roast beef.
B: Yes, of course. Mike tells me you are a fabulous cook.
A:Oh, I`m happy to hear that. so you can check wether he is right or not. Just make yourself!
B:Thank you. See you later!
Unit 2 Describing the Appearance and Character of People
Your friend has just returned from a blind date. He/She is talking with you about his/her date.
A:Hello Jim, I heard you just have a blind date. How’s that?
B:Well, She’s really a nice girl.
A:Oh, She must be very beautiful. What’s she like.
B:She has big brown eyes and very long dark hair.
A:How tall was she?
B:About five foot ten
A: five foot ten? How did she weigh?
B: I’m not sure. May be around 100 pounds.
A:Oh that’s very slim. What was she wearing?
B:Jeans and a T-shirt. Oh, and a denim vest.
A:Fine, and now tell me more details about your date.
B:Ok, we first met at the park gate, then we walk around in the park and talked a lot. after that, we find a restaurant and had a nice supper.
A:Sounds very good. What have you talked?
B:Something about hobbies , works , experience and so on.
A:Do you have any hobbies same to her ?
B:Yes, we both like to read science fiction novels.
A:Oh, that’s very lucky of you.
B: Thank you. So, How about you? Have you find your girl?
A:Not yet., may be you can help me.
B:Of course. I’ll ask her, may be she has some single sisters.
A:Tha’s very nice of you. Thanks
B:It’s my pleasure.
Unit 3 Asking for and Giving Information
Jessica asks for suggestions from her roommate, Cindy, on what gift to buy for her boyfriend’s birthday.
A:Hey, Cindy. How about today?
B:Well, thanks. What about you?
A:Nothing different. I'm wondering if you could help me.
B:What’s wrong?
A:My boyfiend's birthday is coming. I was wondering about what gift should I choose for him. Could you give me some advice?
B:What are his habits?
A:He likes reading detective novels, playing basketball, and most of all. He has wide interests.
B:Emm…How about a detective novel he wants.
A:A book? I have given him one at Valentine's [ˈvæləntain] Day.
B: Well, Let me see. How about a nice pen? I remember that you told me he likes handwriting.
A:Wow, that’s a good idea! Do you prefer to buy things at Internet shop or real shop?
B:If I were you, I would choose the Internet shop. It’s more convinent and cheaper.
A:So Which shopping website do you advice.
B:I prefer to taobao.com. I think it has more options. But you should buy it at a standard shop.
A:Fine. Let me have a look….What about that one? It's very nice.
B:Oh, It looks so pretty that I don’t think it’s suitable for a boy. I think that one is better.
A:You really have a good taste. It’s rather wonderful. But which colour should I buy, the black one or the gray one? I think both colour are beautiful.
B:It depends on you. It's your gift.
A:Em... Let me see….
B:I think it is hard to decide. Because no matter which one you buy he will like it because it’s from you.
A:Well. I decide to choose the black one.
B:It’s really suitable for him. I beg that it must be the best gift he receives.
A:Thanks a lot. You really give me a great favor.
B:Don't mention it.
Unit 4 Inviting, Accepting and Refusing an Invitation
The Spring Festival is coming. You wish to invite your foreign teacher to celebrate it with your family.
A: Hello Mr Robert. Are you going to back to your country during this Spring Festival?
B: No, I still have something to do in china.
A: So, Do you have any plan to spend this Spring Festival?
B: Oh, Since this is the first Spring Festival in China for me, I really want to see How you Chinese celebrate it.
A:Why not come to my home celebrate with my family?
B:Really? that’s fantastic.
A:Of course, My family will be very glad to see you.
B:Ok, I still wondering how you will celebrate the spring festival?
A:Oh, you will never forget it. we’ll have fireworks, dumplings, and many interesting activities.
B:I just can’t wait to celebrate.
A:The spring festival will be in the January 30th. You just go with me when vacation begins.
B:OK, have you got tickets for that. I heard that it’s difficult to buy tickets in china especially during spring festival.
A:That’s true. I must check the tickets in 12306 right now.
B:Is 12306 a website to book the tickets?
A:Yes, May it hasn’t crashed.
B:May it not.
A:Ok, two tickets have been booked. Just wait for a memorable spring festival.
B:that’s very nice of you. Why not went to my home and have the Christmas with us next year.
A:Really? Of course I wish. Let’s make it a deal.
B:Ok, Just wait for another Christmas.
Unit 5 Finding and Giving Directions
How to get to Beijing Capital Airport?
A:Excuse me.
B:Yes?
A:Sorry to bother you. But could you tell me the way to the Beijing Capital Airport please?
B: the Beijing Capital Airport? Let me think, it`s very far from here. And you can`t go there directly. You must take the bus or subway.
A:I see. So do you know how could I get there as soon as possible?
B:I think taking the subway would be quicker. Can you see the subway sign in the street now? you just need to go down to the subway and buy a ticket for line 10, then you should change your line to 5 at station Olympic National Park. Then you can see the final station of line 5 is Beijing Capital Airport.
A:Oh, that`s very specific. But I am afraid I will forget the station and the subway line. Is there some good method for me to keep the right way?
B:Yes, the subway station is very humanized. You can see all the stations and subway lines on a map at the ticket office.
A:wow, that`s very convinent.
B:Yes, the subway has become our favorite traffic tool now. I think it will help you a lot.
A:May I repeat it now? go along with the street, go down the subway and buy a ticket for line 10, then i should change my line to 5 at station Olympic National Park. Then I can get to the Beijing Capital Airport at the final station of line 5. Right?
B:Yes, very good. You can also check with the traffic map at the ticket office.
A:OK, got it. So how long will it take to go there? Since I will have a conference at 3.
B:It`s far but won`t take so much time. I think you can get there in an hour.
A:One more question. Do I need to buy two tickets for the change?
B:No, you only need one ticket. All the change in the subway is allowed.
A:Oh, that`s so kind of you. Thank you very much.
B:No, not at all.
