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Left Right and Around the Corner |
Listen to the Entire LessonTake a Left/Right
"Take a left at the next light."
"Take a right at the... |
| 2 |
Neighbor |
Who is your neighbor?
Who is your neighbor?My neighbor is a university student.He lives next to my ... |
| 3 |
What is the title of the person you report to |
"What is the title of the person you report to? What responsibilities does he or she have?"
This is... |
| 4 |
What course did you like the most |
"What course did you like the most?"
"What was your favorite subject?"
When you answer this questi... |
| 5 |
What are your weaknesses |
"What are your weaknesses?"
For this answer, you should display a weakness that can be seen as a st... |
| 6 |
It Cant Hurt |
Meaning/Usage: Hoping nothing will go wrong to try or do something Explanation: Whenever there is ac... |
| 7 |
Health - Dating - Marriage Review |
Listen to the Entire LessonUp until now, we have covered quite a bit.
If you have made it this far,... |
| 8 |
What did you learn from your internship |
"What did you learn from your internship?"
If you worked as an intern, your resume will say it. You... |
| 9 |
Asking Questions |
Asking QuestionsMost of the time, the person interviewing you will ask if you have any questions.
I... |
| 10 |
I have got to… |
I.EXAMPLES:
I’ve got to go.
I have got to buy something to drink.
I have got to mail some cards... |
| 11 |
How is your Day - General Statements |
Listen to the Entire LessonIn this lesson, we are going to learn how to communicate to someone using... |
| 12 |
Car Rental - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hello, ABC Car Rental. How can I help you?"
B: "Hi, I w... |
| 13 |
Favorite - Answering Questions |
Listen to the Entire LessonTo answer these types of questions, it is very easy.
All you have to do ... |
| 14 |
Other Emotions - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"How are you feeling these days?"
B: "I don't know. A li... |
| 15 |
Pet Care |
Listen to the Entire LessonChoosing a PetChoosing the right pet is one of the most important steps i... |
| 16 |
I should have + (past participle) |
Listen to the Entire LessonShould' is the past tense of the word 'shall.' When using the words 'shou... |
| 17 |
Checking In and Checking Out |
Listen to the Entire LessonChecking in is pretty simple, you just need to go to the counter and say ... |
| 18 |
If you have problems or complaints with your current job, why havent you brought it to their attention |
"If you have problems or complaints with your current job, why haven't you brought it to their atten... |
| 19 |
Engagement - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey Jack. What's going on?"
B: "Hey Matt. I'm going to ... |
| 20 |
Just Name It |
Meaning/Usage: Used to express that you are offering to do or give anything the other person asks Ex... |
| 21 |
Youre Dressed to Kill |
Meaning/Usage: Being dressed in a way to make people notice you; dressed very nicely; dressed to att... |
| 22 |
Tell me about a time you found a solution to save the company money. |
"Tell me about a time you found a solution to save the company money."
This question is also for a ... |
| 23 |
What are the chances of + (verb-ing) |
Listen to the Entire LessonBy asking 'what are the chances of' you are wondering how often or in wha... |
| 24 |
Hobby - Questions and Answers |
Listen to the Entire LessonHobbies are a hot topic anytime.
Similar to favorite things, hobbies are... |
| 25 |
I can’t help… |
I.EXAMPLES:
I can’t help laughing every time I think of that.
I couldn’t help noticing your ring... |
| 26 |
Out of this world |
Meaning/Usage: Amazing Explanation: When something is of this world, it is not normal.
This phrase ... |
| 27 |
Explanations and Presentations General |
Listen to the Entire LessonThis lesson will give some guidelines on how to explain something and how... |
| 28 |
Sending and receiving information |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhile you are working, you will need to send information back and forth t... |
| 29 |
Roommate - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hi. My name is Jack."
B: "Hey Jack. I'm Seth."
A: "It'... |
| 30 |
Computer Related - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Barbara, did you finish the report on XYZ Company?"
B: ... |
| 31 |
Hair Cut and Massages |
Listen to the Entire LessonAlthough some men enjoy massages and are picky about where they get their... |
| 32 |
Its time to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonYou are letting someone know that something is required to be done at the... |
| 33 |
What do you want to be doing five years from now |
"What do you want to be doing five years from now?"
"Where do you see yourself in five years?"
Thi... |
| 34 |
Dont Joke With Me |
Meaning/Usage: Used when asking someone to be serious Explanation:
"Joke" is defined as something t... |
| 35 |
Its a Long Story |
Meaning/Usage: Used when you don't want to talk about something, if it is difficult to talk about; o... |
| 36 |
Do you want to work for a small or large company and why |
"Do you want to work for a small or large company and why?"
This all depends on what size company y... |
| 37 |
Give me a specific example at your last position where... |
"Give me a specific example at your last position where reduced cost."
"Give me a specific example ... |
| 38 |
Do you own or rent your home |
"Do you own or rent your home?"
Renting or owning a home sometimes indicates your financial status.... |
| 39 |
Tell me about your last position |
"Tell me about your last position? What did you do and how did you do it? Include the people you wor... |
| 40 |
It looks like + (noun) |
Listen to the Entire LessonYou could be describing how something is similar or appears to be by the ... |
| 41 |
Habits and Health |
Listen to the Entire LessonHabits and heath are popular topics with almost everyone.
From listening... |
| 42 |
A friend |
Who’s your best friend?
Who’s your best friend?It’s Jenny.She’s my best friend.What does she look l... |
| 43 |
I used to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'Used to' expresses something that was done in the past, and is not usual... |
| 44 |
Talking to Coworkers - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey Jack. How is your day going?"
B: "Just finishing th... |
| 45 |
Tomorrows Plan - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Do you have any plans tonight?"
B: "I have class until ... |
| 46 |
I wanna + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe word 'wanna' is incorrect grammatically.
It is equivalent to 'want t... |
| 47 |
Smoking - Asking for Light and Hate Smoking |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen you don't have a lighter or matches, do not ask for fire.
That is a... |
| 48 |
Appointment |
Listen to the Entire LessonDepending on the age of your child and the reason for the appointment thi... |
| 49 |
Are you currently employed at the last place listed on your resume |
"Are you currently employed at the last place listed on your resume?"
This is a simple yes or no an... |
| 50 |
Exercise Gym - Other Methods |
Listen to the Entire LessonOther ways to work out in a health clubMany people lift weights in the he... |
| 51 |
Nuke - Microwave |
Meaning/Usage: To cook something in the microwave oven.
Explanation:
"Nuke" is a shortened termino... |
| 52 |
Clothing |
What is your favorite item of clothing?
What is your favorite item of clothing?My favorite one is a... |
| 53 |
Married Life - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey Jane. How are you doing these days?"
B: "Hi Martha.... |
| 54 |
Asking for help or offering help |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen you offer to help someone, you are asking your co-worker if they wan... |
| 55 |
Internet |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe internet is a place accessed through your computer which contains lar... |
| 56 |
Quitting or Leaving Work - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hi Mark, I have something important to tell you."
B: "C... |
| 57 |
How do you handle conflict |
"How do you handle conflict?"
This is a general question. It doesn't ask if you are the one with th... |
| 58 |
During your performance reviews, what criticism do you hear the most |
"During your performance reviews, what criticism do you hear the most?"
This question is primarily ... |
| 59 |
Get on ones nerves |
Meaning/Usage: Used when someone or something is bothering you.
Explanation: Your body uses your
"... |
| 60 |
Other Emotions - Anxious and Anxiety |
Listen to the Entire LessonAnxiety / AnxiousAnxiety is a pretty serious emotional problem.
When you... |
| 61 |
Get foot in the door |
Meaning/Usage: Taking or passing the first step of a longer process; Generally used when referring t... |
| 62 |
What’s your favorite… |
I.EXAMPLES:
What’s your favorite dish?
Who is your favorite film star?
What’s your favorite sub... |
| 63 |
Making a Reservation I |
Listen to the Entire LessonIt is not common to go to a hotel without a reservation so I will only co... |
| 64 |
Roommate - Dormitory |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhile in school it is common to have a roommate when you are in the dormi... |
| 65 |
College Partying - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey man. What's going on?"
B: "Not much. Just having a ... |
| 66 |
I promise not to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen using the word 'promise' you are giving your word that what you are ... |
| 67 |
Feel blue |
Meaning/Usage: Feel sad Explanation: Long time ago, blue was related to the rain.
Whenever the fict... |
| 68 |
What does failure mean to you |
"What does failure mean to you?"
This is quite simple. I don't see many right answers so this is wh... |
| 69 |
Over My Dead Body |
Meaning/Usage: Disallow absolutely Explanation: This is usually used when a teenager asks a parent s... |
| 70 |
Do you mind… |
I.EXAMPLES:
Would you mind if I smoke here?
Do you mind opening the window?
It’s so stuffy in her... |
| 71 |
University Classes - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey John, did you register for classes yet?"
B: "I regi... |
| 72 |
The first thing I’m going to do when… is… |
I.EXAMPLES:
The first thing I’m going to do when I get home is sleep for a whole day.
The first th... |
| 73 |
Youd better + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'You'd' is a contraction of 'you had' or 'you would.' You are making a su... |
| 74 |
Now and then |
Meaning/Usage: Once in a while Explanation:
"Then" is an unspecific time in the future. When a pers... |
| 75 |
What are your short term goals |
"What are your short term goals?"
This question primarily depends on where you are in your career. ... |
| 76 |
Drinking - Terminologies |
Listen to the Entire LessonMany countries have drinking rules such as using two hands to receive dri... |
| 77 |
Movie Discussion - Example Dialog |
Listen to the Entire LessonAs of this writing, the latest movie I saw was The Last Samurai.
After t... |
| 78 |
Other Emotions - Restless |
Listen to the Entire LessonRestlessBeing restless is an uncomfortable feeling.
You feel like you wa... |
| 79 |
Performance Review - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"It's that time of year again."
B: "Yeah. I always get n... |
| 80 |
What’s the matter with… |
->What is the difficulty or problem?
I.EXAMPLES:
->What is the difficulty or problem?
What’s the ... |
| 81 |
Sports in General - Swimming |
Listen to the Entire LessonSwimming
"I'm on the swimming team."
"I got a scholarship for swimming.... |
| 82 |
Departing Date |
Listen to the Entire LessonReserving a date to depart or changing a departure dateIf you have an ope... |
| 83 |
Favorite - Whats your Favorite |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe word favorite is used a lot in spoken English.
It is very common to ... |
| 84 |
Car |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe purchasing of a new car can be a fun experience as long as you do som... |
| 85 |
Speak of the devil |
Meaning/Usage: When someone appears just as you are talking about that person.
Explanation: This is... |
| 86 |
Make up ones mind |
Meaning/Usage: Make a decision Explanation: This is usually used when someone can't make a decision.... |
| 87 |
Pollution |
How many kinds of pollution are there?
How many kinds of pollution are there?
There are many types... |
| 88 |
May I contact your references |
"May I contact your references?"
The only correct answer to this question is a yes. If they have yo... |
| 89 |
Has Been Burned |
Meaning/Usage: To get screwed; to get a bad deal; to be tricked Explanation: When you are burned, it... |
| 90 |
Jewelry - General Statements |
Listen to the Entire Lesson
"You can tell she is rich by all the jewelry she is wearing."
"Did you... |
| 91 |
A museum |
What type of museum is popular in your country?
What type of museum is popular in your country?Ther... |
| 92 |
Weather |
What’s the weather like in your country?
What’s the weather like in your country?
Well, there are ... |
| 93 |
I’d like you to… |
I.EXAMPLES:
I’d like you to fetch some boiled water.
I’d like you to send for a doctor.
I’d like ... |
| 94 |
Home Phones |
Listen to the Entire LessonWith the popularity of cell phones, home phones seem to be getting less a... |
| 95 |
Nature Calls |
Meaning/Usage: This is used when you have to go to the bathroom.
Usually referred to pee (#1) and n... |
| 96 |
A letter |
Who wrote the letter to you?
Who wrote the letter to you?My dad wrote the letter to me when he was ... |
| 97 |
Im not sure if (subject + verb) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'I'm not sure' expresses a feeling of uncertainty or lack of confidence o... |
| 98 |
Throw in the towel |
Meaning/Usage: Give up; quit; surrender Explanation: When a boxer was getting beaten so badly, the c... |
| 99 |
Wedding Process - Photographer, Dress and Tux |
Listen to the Entire LessonAnother thing you will have to prepare is the photographer.
"How much do... |
| 100 |
There is nothing as…as… |
I.EXAMPLES:
There is nothing as exciting as meeting an old friend unexpectedly.
For me, there is... |