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Bài 6: English at the bookstore

Hi there.
Hello.
Do you know where the fiction section is?
I believe it is located near the back of the store.
Ah, okay. Thanks!
No problem. Is there a specific book that you were looking for?
Yes, actually. I'm looking for something thrilling and exciting. These days, I am really interested
in mystery fiction.
Ah, well there is a special sale this weekend! All books in the mystery fiction section are half
price.
Really? It must be my lucky day! Can you recommend any good mystery authors?
I haven't read too much mystery fiction but perhaps you can try out the Sherlock Holmes series.
I have read them before and I did not find them too interesting. I think I would prefer to read a
book by an author who is a woman.
Well, I've also heard that Agatha Christie's novels are very popular. She has written more than 50
mystery novels.
I have actually never read any of her novels. Can you tell me which of her novels you have in
stock today?
Oh, I'm sorry. I actually don't work here.
Oh my… You don't?
No, ma'am. I'm just a man who loves bookstore.

Bài 7: English at the grocery store

Do you have our shopping list, Ben?
Yes, I do!
All right. Let's go to the produce section first. Do we need to buy any vegetables?
Yes, we need to buy five different vegetables we need to buy carrots, onions, broccoli,
cabbage and mushrooms.
Okay, let's grab the vegetables we need.
Hey, Dad! The carrots are on sale! Five carrots are usually two dollars but today we can buy
10 carrots for three dollars. Should we buy 10 carrots instead of five?
No, we shouldn't buy too much we only need five carrots.
Okay, Dad.
Do we need any fruits?
Yes, we need bananas and apples.
What about oranges ?
No, we still have four oranges at home.
Wow. You have a great memory, Ben! Let's grab a bunch of bananas and one bag of apples.
What's next on the list?
We need eggs and cheese
Can you grab one carton of eggs from the shelf?
Yes, I can!
Be careful, Ben. The eggs are very fragile.
Yes, Dad. I know!
Great job. Now, what kind of cheese should we buy today?
What is your favorite type of cheese?
I really like mozzarella.
My favorite type is cheddar.
Then let's get marble cheese it's a mix of cheddar and mozzarella.
Good idea! now we just have one more item on the list.
We do? What is it?
It's a chocolate bar.
A chocolate bar? I don't remember adding that to the shopping list.
No. That's because I added it it's my reward for helping you with the groceries today.
Well, I can't argue with that. You've been a great help, so you deserve it!

Bài 8: English at the movie theater

Hello. How can I help you?
Hey, my girlfriend and I are trying to decide which movie to watch tonight.
Well, our theater is currently showing seven different movies what kind of genres are
you interested in?
He really wants to see a comedy, but I don't like funny movies. I prefer romance
and action.
I like action but I hate romance movies. They're very boring.
What about an animated movie?
Maybe. Can you tell us more about it?
Well, the animated movie is about animals that can dance and sing.
Isn't that a movie for kids?
Yes, it is.
We aren't interested in movies for kids. We want to watch something more mature.
What about a horror movie?
Maybe. What is the horror movie about?
It's about zombies.
Is there a lot of action?
Yes, it's a very exciting and thrilling film. There is a lot of action, but I should warn
you there is also a little bit of romance in the movie.
Really? Romance in a zombie movie?
Yes. In fact, the romance is between a man and a zombie!
That sounds hilarious. We'll take two tickets, please!
Bài 9: English conversation for daily routine activities
Hey, Ryan! Over here!
Oh, there you are, Christine. Sorry, I'm late.
That's no problem. What held you up?
I've just had a busy morning.
Oh, really?
Yeah. Lately, my mornings have been packed full of things to do. I'm feeling
overwhelmed.
I'm sorry to hear that. What all do you have to do every morning?
Well, usually I sleep in past my alarm because I'm too tired to get up.
So my alarm goes off at six, but I usually hit the snooze for at least an hour. I
normally get out of bed after seven.
Why are you so tired in the morning?
It's my fault. I usually go out with my friends for a drink at about 10 at night and so I
get back home after midnight. Then I usually play video games or look at social media
until I finally go to bed at two.
Oh, that's not good! You should go to bed sooner.
I know! I think I'm addicted to my phone.
Okay, so how else is your morning so busy?
Well, as I said I usually wake up too late
What else?
As soon as I get up, I have to take my dog outside to go potty. Then I usually throw
the ball for him so he can exercise. By then it is already 7:30 and I still haven't eaten
breakfast, brushed my teeth or gotten dressed. And my boss leaves for work at 7 45.
That seems a little tight how far is the bus stop from your home?
It's a five minute walk if I walk fast which I always do.
I quickly get dressed and brush my teeth. And I usually skip breakfast. Then I run out
the door and rush to the bus stop. If all goes well I arrive at work by 8 45. Then I
usually grab a candy bar or a soda before starting work. Then I work until lunch when
I usually go and get some fast food with some friends. At the end of the work day, I
rush home to play computer games for a few hours before I order pizza or fast food
for dinner. After dinner I watched TV until around 10. Then it's time to hit the bar and
hang out with my friends.
It sounds like you could change your schedule around. That would help you be
healthier and have more energy.
Oh, really? What can I change?
Well, you could go to bed earlier.
After dinner, consider watching some TV before going to bed before midnight. Then
you'll get at least two more hours of sleep.
I see. But then when would I see my friends?
Yes, you would miss out on seeing your friends at the bar every night.
You could consider asking them to meet you after work, before you eat dinner. Or
perhaps you can only see your friends on the weekend. But when you go to bed earlier
at night, you will wake up in the morning feeling refreshed.
Then you will have enough time to eat a healthy breakfast before you head out to the
bus stop.
That's a good idea! I get very tired in the mid-morning.
It may be because of the candy and soda I eat when I get to work.
Yes skip the candy and soda. And also consider using your free time in the morning to
pack a healthy lunch. Eating fast food every day isn't just unhealthy it's also
expensive.
Wow, I can't wait to make these changes in my daily routine !I feel better already.
I'm happy to help Ryan.
Tell me, Christine: What does your daily routine look like?
I'm so glad you asked. I usually wake up at about six o'clock in the morning.
The first thing I do is drink a big glass of water so I start the day off feeling hydrated.
After that, I do some sort of exercise for about 30 minutes. I will either run do yoga,
or lift weights. Following that I take a shower, get dressed, and put on my makeup. I
then usually eat a light breakfast of oatmeal or eggs. By that time, it is usually about
eight o'clock. I quickly pack a salad or sandwich for my lunch, and then I ride my bike
to work which takes about twenty minutes. When I get to work, I like to first catch up
on emails. Then, I check my calendar to see what meetings I have. I work through the
morning, and then I sit outside and eat the salad or sandwich I packed for lunch. Then
I returned to work for the afternoon. Since I usually arrive early, I also leave a little bit
early, which helps me to beat the traffic. On the way home, I often stop by the store
to pick up fresh food for dinner. In the evening I sometimes hang out with friends, or I
will watch TV or read. I cook dinner and eat at about seven o'clock and then I wind
down before going to bed at 10 o'clock.
Wow, that sounds like a very good day! Are you able to fall asleep so early?
Oh, yes. Because I exercise every morning and ride my bicycle to and from work, I'm
plenty tired by 10 o'clock at night.
You know this was really helpful, Christine. I think I may even buy a bicycle and ride
to work a few days per week!
Great idea, Ryan! Just don't over do it. Consider changing your schedule one step
at a time so that you don't get burnt out.
I will do that. Say, it has been really nice chatting with you, Christine. I think I will
run to the store and pick up some healthy food for dinner. Thank you for meeting with
me!
Anytime, Ryan! Take care.
Bye bye.