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                    "title": "Advanced Listening Lesson #30",
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                    "title": "Pronouncing the letters G and K",
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                    "title": "Pronouncing the sound TH",
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                    "title": "Pronouncing the various sounds of the letter A",
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=019",
                    "title": "Pronouncing the letter U",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2001-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I'm' is an abbreviation for the word 'I AM.' It is used in combination with other words to tell someone about yourself or to describe something you are doing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S1.mp3\">I'm so tired.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S2.mp3\">I'm confused.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S3.mp3\">I'm happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S4.mp3\">I'm twenty three years old.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S5.mp3\">I'm hungry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S6.mp3\">I'm nervous.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S7.mp3\">I'm excited.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S8.mp3\">I'm leaving work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S9.mp3\">I'm thirsty.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S10.mp3\">I'm from Seattle.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also add descriptive words with 'I'm' such as:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S11.mp3\">I'm extremely tired.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S12.mp3\">I'm very happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S13.mp3\">I'm terribly hungry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S14.mp3\">I am super excited.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E01/sentence/E001S15.mp3\">I'm very nervous.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2002\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2002",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2002-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm in/at/on         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2002-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Describes an action you are doing.<br><br>Most commonly, you would use the word 'in' when entering a physical location such as a room or a building.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S1.mp3\">I'm in the shower.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S2.mp3\">I'm in the lobby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S3.mp3\">I'm in a car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S4.mp3\">I'm in a house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S5.mp3\">I'm in a school.</a>\"</span><br><br>Using the word 'at' helps tell someone where you currently are. The difference between 'at' and 'in' is that the physical location is general.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S6.mp3\">I'm at the grocery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S7.mp3\">I'm at the mall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S8.mp3\">I'm at the doctor's office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S9.mp3\">I'm at the park.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S10.mp3\">I'm at the airport.</a>\"</span><br><br>However, in some cases you can use 'at' and 'in' interchangeably.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S11.mp3\">I'm at the mall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S12.mp3\">I'm in the mall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S13.mp3\">I'm at the park.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S14.mp3\">I'm in the park.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S15.mp3\">I'm at the grocery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S16.mp3\">I'm in the grocery.</a>\"</span><br><br>Using the word 'on' is referring to a non physical location such as your time being utilized by something else.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S17.mp3\">I'm on the phone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S18.mp3\">I'm on my computer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E02/sentence/E002S19.mp3\">I'm on a bus.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2001\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2003\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2003",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2003-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm good at         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2003-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Again, 'I'm' is used here as 'I am.' 'Good at' informs someone what you excel at and are comfortable doing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S1.mp3\">I'm good at drawing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S2.mp3\">I'm good at video games.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S3.mp3\">I'm good at swimming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S4.mp3\">I'm good at driving.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S5.mp3\">I'm good at reading.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S6.mp3\">I'm good at sports.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S7.mp3\">I'm good at writing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S8.mp3\">I'm good at math.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S9.mp3\">I'm good at dancing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E03/sentence/E003S10.mp3\">I'm good at chess.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2002\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2005\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2005",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2005-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2005-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I'm' is a contraction of the words 'I am.' By adding a verb to 'I'm' this lets you express an action or occurrence about yourself.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S1.mp3\">I'm eating lunch.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S2.mp3\">I'm brushing my teeth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S3.mp3\">I'm scared.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S4.mp3\">I'm driving to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S5.mp3\">I'm crying.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S6.mp3\">I'm typing an email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S7.mp3\">I'm cooking dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S8.mp3\">I'm combing my hair.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S9.mp3\">I'm hanging a picture.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S10.mp3\">I am texting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S11.mp3\">I am dancing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S12.mp3\">I am interested in the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S13.mp3\">I am exercising.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S14.mp3\">I am sad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E05/sentence/E005S15.mp3\">I am learning.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2003\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2006\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2006",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2006-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm getting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2006-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When combining the words 'I am' and 'getting' you are telling someone 'you' are gaining possession, being affected by or have plans to seek out and obtain a particular thing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S1.mp3\">I'm getting better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S2.mp3\">I'm getting ready for bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S3.mp3\">I'm getting a tooth ache.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S4.mp3\">I'm getting a cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S5.mp3\">I'm getting married.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S6.mp3\">I'm getting tired.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S7.mp3\">I'm getting good at reading.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S8.mp3\">I'm getting a new car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S9.mp3\">I'm getting a job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E06/sentence/E006S10.mp3\">I'm getting a puppy.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2005\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2007\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2007",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2007-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm trying + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2007-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I am trying' informs someone that you are attempting to accomplish something using bodily, mental, or spiritual strength. By adding a verb to 'I'm trying' you are pointing out exactly what it is you are attempting to do.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S1.mp3\">I'm trying to get a job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S2.mp3\">I'm trying to call my family.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S3.mp3\">I'm trying to enjoy my dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S4.mp3\">I'm trying to educate myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S5.mp3\">I'm trying to explain myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S6.mp3\">I'm trying new food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S7.mp3\">I'm trying to eat healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S8.mp3\">I'm trying to understand.</a>\"</span><br><br>You may also hear the word 'trying' used to express a way someone is feeling. In this manner, it expresses strain or distress.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S9.mp3\">Learning new things can be trying on you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E07/sentence/E007S11.mp3\">That marathon was very trying on me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2006\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2008\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2008",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2008-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm gonna + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2008-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'gonna' is incorrect grammatically. The equivalent in proper grammar would be 'going to.' When using the word 'gonna' you are telling someone what you are planning to do at that moment or in the near future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S1.mp3\">I'm gonna have some coffee.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S2.mp3\">I'm gonna go to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S3.mp3\">I'm gonna eat some cake.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S4.mp3\">I'm gonna send out my resume.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S5.mp3\">I'm gonna run a marathon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S6.mp3\">I'm gonna ask her out for dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S7.mp3\">I'm gonna stop smoking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S8.mp3\">I'm gonna help my friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S9.mp3\">I'm gonna take swim lessons.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E08/sentence/E008S10.mp3\">I'm gonna read a book.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2007\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2009\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2009",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2009-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I have + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2009-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>By using the words 'I have' you are informing someone of something you have possession of or have acquired.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S1.mp3\">I have a cat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S2.mp3\">I have a nice car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S3.mp3\">I have a house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S4.mp3\">I have a computer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S5.mp3\">I have a headache.</a>\"</span><br><br>You may hear the words 'cannot' and 'won't' used with 'I have.' By adding these you can express what you will not put up with or allow.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S6.mp3\">I cannot have that behavior in my house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S7.mp3\">I cannot have you over tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S8.mp3\">I won't have anything to do with that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E09/sentence/E009S9.mp3\">I won't have it any other way.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2008\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2010\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2010",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2010-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I have + (past participle)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2010-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Again, 'I have' shows possession or something acquired. By adding a past participle you are informing someone of a past or completed action done by you.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S1.mp3\">I have done it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S2.mp3\">I have heard that before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S3.mp3\">I have driven a car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S4.mp3\">I have forgotten the words.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S5.mp3\">I have read that book.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S6.mp3\">I have eaten at that restaurant before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S7.mp3\">I have flown in an airplane.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S8.mp3\">I have forgiven you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S9.mp3\">I have seen you before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E10/sentence/E010S10.mp3\">I have written a letter.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2009\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2011\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2011",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2011-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I used to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2011-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Used to' expresses something that was done in the past, and is not usually done now.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S1.mp3\">I used to develop websites.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S2.mp3\">I used to jog every day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S3.mp3\">I used to paint.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S4.mp3\">I used to smoke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S5.mp3\">I used to work from home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S6.mp3\">I used to live in California.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S7.mp3\">I used to go to the beach every day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S8.mp3\">I used to sing in a choir.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S9.mp3\">I used to like vegetables.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E11/sentence/E011S10.mp3\">I used to start work at 6 o'clock.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2010\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2012\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2012",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2012-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I have to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2012-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The words 'have to' describe something that needs to take place soon. It expresses certainty, necessity, or obligation.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S1.mp3\">I have to switch schools.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S2.mp3\">I have to use the telephone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S3.mp3\">I have to go to the bathroom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S4.mp3\">I have to leave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S5.mp3\">I have to unpack my bags.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also add the word 'don't' to suggest that someone is not required to do something.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S6.mp3\">I don't have to switch schools.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S7.mp3\">I don't have to use the telephone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S8.mp3\">I don't have to go to the bathroom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S9.mp3\">I don't have to leave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E12/sentence/E012S10.mp3\">I don't have to unpack my bags.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2011\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2013\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=773",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>My husband is a <i><b>couch potato</b></i>. He sits in front of the TV all day long.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Couch potato         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone watches too much television.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This was created for someone watching too much television because in some western countries, a person usually sits on the \"couch\" and eats \"potato\" chips while watching television.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S1.mp3\">My husband is a <i><b>couch potato</b></i>. He sits in front of the TV all day long.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S2.mp3\">You have a huge belly because you're a <i><b>couch potato</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S3.mp3\">I should be more active and less of a <i><b>couch potato</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S4.mp3\">James. We're going to play basketball. Do you want to play?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S5.mp3\">No, I'm going to watch TV today.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S6.mp3\">You did that all day yesterday. You better stop being a <i><b>couch potato</b></i> or you're going to get a big fat belly.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P6/sentence/P6S7.mp3\">Good luck trying to get his attention. He's glued to the television.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=772\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=774\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=440",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/440-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm Busy         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/440-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>For general statements about being tired at work or being sick of work will be covered in the 'Talking to coworkers' section. These types of statements shouldn't be said to everyone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S1.mp3\">I'm busy with work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S2.mp3\">Can I do this later?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S3.mp3\">Does this have to be done now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S4.mp3\">When do you need this by?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S5.mp3\">When is the deadline?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S6.mp3\">I'm not going to have time for any other assignment until Thursday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S7.mp3\">I'll try to free up my schedule.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S8.mp3\">I'm pretty sure I can meet the deadline.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S9.mp3\">If I don't get any help on this, I won't be able to complete it on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S10.mp3\">I'll do whatever I can to make sure this is done on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S11.mp3\">You can count on me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B5/sentence/B5S12.mp3\">Have I ever let you down?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=439\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=441\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=553",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      How is your day - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you doing now?\"<br>B: \"I'm watching TV.\"<br>A: \"What are you watching?\"<br>B: \"I'm watching Friends. What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"I'm doing my homework, but I really need to take a break.\"<br>B: \"You want to do something?\"<br>A: \"Yes. But I shouldn't. I got to finish my assignment now.\"<br>B: \"Alright. Call me later then.\"<br>A: \"OK. Bye.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Where are you going now?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to the bank.\"<br>A: \"Aren't you supposed to be at work?\"<br>B: \"I'm working now. I'm making a deposit for our company.\"<br>A: \"Where do you work?\"<br>B: \"I work for a restaurant as a controller.\"<br>A: \"Wow. That's great.\"<br>B: \"Great seeing you. I have to go now. I'll talk to you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/practice/L8P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Steve. What are you doing here?\"<br>B: \"I'm meeting a friend here for dinner. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm on my way home but I needed to stop by the book store to buy a text book.\"<br>B: \"Didn't you finish school yet?\"<br>A: \"I have one more year, and then I'm done.\"<br>B: \"What are you majoring in?\"<br>A: \"I'm majoring in Sociology\"<br>B: \"How do you like your major?\"<br>A: \"I really find the subject very interesting. I'm enjoying all my classes.\"<br>B: \"That's great.\"<br>A: \"I'd better go now. I don't want to miss the bus.\"<br>B: \"Alright, I'll talk to you later.\"<br>A: \"Okay. See you later.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=529\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=531\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=628",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/628-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Body Parts - Body Area         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/628-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>The body area</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S1.mp3\">I got a whiplash after the car accident.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S2.mp3\">My father hurt his neck when he turned his head too quickly before sneezing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S3.mp3\">He has a big Adam's apple.</a>\"</span><br><br>Adam's apple is the bump in the neck most common among guys.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S4.mp3\">I've been getting chest pain recently.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S5.mp3\">When I get asthma, it feels like someone is pressing on my chest and squeezing my lungs.</a>\"</span><br><br>Asthma is a respiratory disease that makes it difficult to breath<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S6.mp3\">He bumped me on my shoulder as he was walking by.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S7.mp3\">I feel like a big load has been taken off my shoulder.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S8.mp3\">He has broad shoulders.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S9.mp3\">Many girls like guys with broad shoulders.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S10.mp3\">I want to get rid of the fat on my stomach.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S11.mp3\">I have a beer belly.</a>\"</span><br><br>Beer belly is a terminology used to describe a stomach that sticks out from excessive beer drinking.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S12.mp3\">I get a stomach ache if I eat spicy food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S13.mp3\">I have an upset stomach.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S14.mp3\">My stomach hurts.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S15.mp3\">You must be hungry. I can hear your stomach rumble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S16.mp3\">I want a six pack.</a>\"</span><br><br>Six pack is a terminology used to describe a flat stomach with six or eight lines showing the muscle lines. You can also use washboard, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S17.mp3\">His stomach is like a washboard.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S18.mp3\">He hit me in the groin.</a>\"</span><br><br>Groin is the area between the legs. It can also mean the crotch area, but crotch is more specific to the personal area, where groin can mean the general vicinity.<br><br>Vicinity means area<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S19.mp3\">I pulled my groin when I was doing sprints.</a>\"</span><br><br>Sprint is running as fast as you can.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S20.mp3\">She has such a big butt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S21.mp3\">Her butt is so flat though.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/sentence/L74S22.mp3\">If you go snowboarding, your butt will hurt the next day.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=627\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=630\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=595",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/595-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Examinations - General Information         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/595-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The hardest types of questions to answer are the, 'What was it like' types, and the 'how was' types. The reason it is hard is because you have to explain in your own words the answer. It's not as simple as a number or a 'yes' or 'no.'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S1.mp3\">How much percentage is the mid-term towards the final grade?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S2.mp3\">The instructor said it was twenty percent of our final grade.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S3.mp3\">Do you have to write any papers in that class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S4.mp3\">No. We only had one mid-term and one final.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S5.mp3\">Yes. We had to write 2 essays for that class.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S6.mp3\">How many pages did you have to write for your essays?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S7.mp3\">We had to write 5 pages for both essays.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S8.mp3\">Was the open-book exam hard?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S9.mp3\">Most of the time, open-book exams are harder, but this one was really easy. All the questions were in the glossary so I found the answers quickly.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S10.mp3\">How difficult was the take-home final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L50/sentence/L50S11.mp3\">It is easy that we have the material to look through, but it is very time consuming. I had to do an all-nighter just to finish.</a>\"</span><br><br>All-nighter means to stay up all night.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=594\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=596\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2027",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2027-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I want you to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2027-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I want you to' is telling someone that you have a desire or would like for them to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S1.mp3\">I want you to clean the dishes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S2.mp3\">I want you to come home right after school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S3.mp3\">I want you to call once you get there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S4.mp3\">I want you to explain yourself to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S5.mp3\">I want you to educate me.</a>\"</span><br><br>By using the word 'need' instead of 'want' you are expressing something that is required or wanted.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S6.mp3\">I need you to study harder in school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S7.mp3\">I need you to stop and listen to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S8.mp3\">I need you to greet our guests.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S9.mp3\">I need you to introduce me to your family.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E27/sentence/E027S10.mp3\">I need to request a refund.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2026\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2028\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=594",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/594-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Examinations - Finding Information         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/594-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Having a lot of information about tests can help prepare for exams. The next several questions are geared towards finding specific information.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S1.mp3\">Does Professor Giles use old exam questions for his tests?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S2.mp3\">Can I borrow your old exams for Intermediate Accounting? I want to use the questions to test myself before the real exam.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S3.mp3\">Do you know anybody who took Physics 340? I want to know the types of questions that were asked on the final.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S4.mp3\">Do you think I need to study chapter 6 for the mid-term? It's so boring, and I can't seem to apply it anywhere.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S5.mp3\">What topics did the professor cover the most in the final exam?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S6.mp3\">What were the long essay questions on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S7.mp3\">Do you remember the long essay questions you had on the final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S8.mp3\">I was thinking about buying the study supplement for the engineering class. Do you think it will help?</a>\"</span><br><br>And of course, you may be required to answer these types of questions, so let's get into answering:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S9.mp3\">How many tests did you have to take in your Math class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S10.mp3\">We had a total of 4 tests in that math class.</a>\"</span> Or more simply, '4 tests.'<br><br>Answering can be real easy. The reason I put full sentences is for your practice. But remember when you really answer, you are not required to put them in full sentences. I'll try to mix it up so you get a familiar feel answering both long and short ways.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S11.mp3\">What was the mid-term like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L49/sentence/L49S12.mp3\">The mid-term was hard. If you read all the material, you will still have a hard time because the professor wrote up all the questions in a difficult way.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=593\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=595\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=727",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/727-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Excited - General Sentences         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/727-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Being excited is another positive emotion. I'm sure everyone knows what it feels like to be excited, so let's get right into learning sentences.<br><br>The day before a big event, many people get excited. Here are some sentences you can use.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S1.mp3\">I'm getting excited for golf tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S2.mp3\">I'm too excited to go to sleep now. Our trip tomorrow is going to be so fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S3.mp3\">We're leaving for our camping trip tomorrow. I'm getting really excited.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S4.mp3\">Tomorrow is going to be an exciting day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S5.mp3\">We're finally moving into our first house. It's a very exciting time for us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S6.mp3\">I have an interview tomorrow. Although I am scared, it's an exciting opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Regular sentences</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S7.mp3\">I'm excited to be here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S8.mp3\">Your sister must be really excited about starting law school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S9.mp3\">It's really exciting thinking about the benefits people will gain from our project.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S10.mp3\">It's exciting starting a small business.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S11.mp3\">I get excited thinking about how many people I will help.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S12.mp3\">Don't get too excited. It's not guaranteed yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S13.mp3\">I wouldn't get excited yet. You still have one more match to play.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S14.mp3\">You didn't get the job yet, so don't get too excited about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S15.mp3\">I'm pretty fired up about tomorrow. Aren't you excited too?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S16.mp3\">Are you feeling excited or scared about your interview tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S17.mp3\">Do you get excited every time you get a phone number from a girl?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S18.mp3\">Is your brother excited about starting work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L152/sentence/L152S19.mp3\">Are you excited about your date tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=726\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=728\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How is your day - Example Conversation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/529-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The present tense is more common in writing. As you can see by all the explanations I am giving, they are all written in the present tense. That is because it is instructional. Instructional writing is more commonly written in present tense. However, stories in novels are written in past tense.<br><br>The reason past and future tense is used more commonly than present tense when speaking is because usually you are telling someone what you have done or what you plan on doing. Speaking in the present tense is used primarily to tell someone what you are currently doing.<br><br>As in previous lessons in 'Bored and Greeting' it is very common to have a conversation using the present tense when you run into somebody or when you make or receive a phone call.<br><br>Let's use this time now to incorporate what we have learned so far.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S1.mp3\">Hi Jack. What are you doing?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S2.mp3\">Hi Mary. I'm filling out a job application.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S3.mp3\">Are you finished with school already?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S4.mp3\">No. I have one more semester, but it would be great to have a job lined up.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S5.mp3\">How is your day going?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S6.mp3\">Quite busy. I'm preparing for my presentation tomorrow on our marketing strategy. I'm not even half done yet.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S7.mp3\">You must feel stressed out now.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S8.mp3\">That's an understatement.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S9.mp3\">What are you doing now?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S10.mp3\">I'm playing pool with my friends at a pool hall.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S11.mp3\">I didn't know you play pool. Are you having fun?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S12.mp3\">I'm having a great time. How about you? What are you doing?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S13.mp3\">I'm taking a break from my homework. There seems to be no end to the amount of work I have to do.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L8/sentence/L8S14.mp3\">I'm glad I'm not in your shoes.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=528\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=553\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General - Tennis         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/677-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Tennis</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S1.mp3\">Tennis is my favorite sport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S2.mp3\">I play tennis just for fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S3.mp3\">I started playing tennis when I was in high school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S4.mp3\">I made the varsity team in high school when I have been only playing for 3 months.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S5.mp3\">I used to have a girlfriend who left me to be with a tennis coach.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S6.mp3\">I can't hit a back hand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S7.mp3\">I have a two handed back hand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S8.mp3\">One handed back hands are more effective for attacks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S9.mp3\">You can generate more power by using one hand for your backhand.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S10.mp3\">How do you topspin a ball?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S11.mp3\">Every time I try to lob a ball, it always goes out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S12.mp3\">My serves need a lot of help.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S13.mp3\">My second serve is too easy to hit.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S14.mp3\">I can't believe how fast professional tennis players serve.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S15.mp3\">A guy once died from getting hit with a tennis ball in the crotch at a professional tournament. He was an old guy and got a stroke from the shock or pain.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S16.mp3\">My favorite tennis player is Agassi.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S17.mp3\">Martina Hingis is the cutest tennis player.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S18.mp3\">I hate playing against a serve and volley type of player.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L113/sentence/L113S19.mp3\">I'm a baseline player.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=676\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=678\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Examinations         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/593-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>What is a school without examinations? They all have it. So, we will have to spend a session talking about exams.<br><br>There are many types of tests and different terminologies. You can be taking an in-class test, or it could be a take-home final. It could be a multiple choice exam or an essay type format. In either case, we will cover it here. First, let's learn the different terminologies associated with testing.<br><br>Examination<br>Mid-term<br>Finals<br>Test<br>Quiz<br>Pop-quiz<br>Exam<br>Take-home final<br>Research paper<br>Final paper<br>Report<br>Essay<br>Presentation<br>Open-book test/final<br><br>Common questions you can ask about exam format:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S1.mp3\">How many tests did you have to take in your Math class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S2.mp3\">What was the mid-term like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S3.mp3\">How much percentage is the mid-term towards the final grade?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S4.mp3\">Do you have to write any papers in that class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S5.mp3\">How many pages did you have to write for your essays?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S6.mp3\">Was the open-book exam hard?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S7.mp3\">How difficult was the take-home final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S8.mp3\">Was the final exam short answer questions, or was it multiple choice?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S9.mp3\">Did you have any pop-quizzes in your geology class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S10.mp3\">How much time did you get to write your research paper?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S11.mp3\">How often did you have a quiz?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S12.mp3\">What day did you take your final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S13.mp3\">When did you take your final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S14.mp3\">Are you done with your mid-terms?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S15.mp3\">When is finals week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S16.mp3\">The syllabus for the econ class says you have six exams. What were they like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L48/sentence/L48S17.mp3\">How difficult is the mid-term for psychology 101?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=592\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=594\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      University Classes - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John, did you register for classes yet?\"<br>B: \"I register this Friday.\"<br>A: \"What classes do you plan on taking?\"<br>B: \"I really want to take the communication class, but I don't know if it will be available.\"<br>A: \"Is that class really that popular?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I tried to get in last semester, but it was full by the time I registered.\"<br>A: \"What other classes are you going to take?\"<br>B: \"I still need to take English 201, but I really don't like writing.\"<br>A: \"I took that class already. There is a lot of writing, but it's not that bad.\"<br>B: \"Oh really? Who was the instructor? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from.\"<br>A: \"I had Professor Mahoney.\"<br>B: \"Is he an easy grader?\"<br>A: \"I'm not sure if he is or not, but I thought he was definitely fair.\"<br>B: \"Do you mind if I ask you what you got?\"<br>A: \"Not at all. I got a 3.8.\"<br>B: \"Well, what did you get in English 101 last year?\"<br>A: \"I got a 4.0 in that class.\"<br>B: \"Well, I can't compare to you. I got a 3.1 in English 101. That means if you got a lower grade in English 201, it must be harder.\"<br>A: \"It's not what it appears. I actually tried harder in the 101 class. If I put as much effort into the 201 class, I would have received the same grade.\"<br>B: \"Oh. That helps. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mike. I forgot about registration. I'm a day late, so all the classes are mostly full. What do you think I should do?\"<br>B: \"You're screwed. You can't do anything about that. You have to hope that you get some classes that will be useful.\"<br>A: \"Do you think going to the registration building will help at all?\"<br>B: \"No. They will tell you the same thing in a worse way.\"<br>A: \"Did you register yet?\"<br>B: \"Of course. Registering for classes is not something you want to miss.\"<br>A: \"What classes do you think are still open?\"<br>B: \"Well, I know psychology 101 is a big class, so there will always be seats in that class. You can also get into Sociology.\"<br>A: \"That's helpful. Thanks. But what do you think about philosophy? I wanted to take that class this semester.\"<br>B: \"I took that class last year. The professor is really cool, so if you go to his office, you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full.\"<br>A: \"He does that?\"<br>B: \"I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I think I'll do that. Thanks for all the help.\"<br>B: \"No problem man.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Did you get your grades yet?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. My whole GPA is screwed up now.\"<br>A: \"Why? What happened?\"<br>B: \"Well, I bombed my econ final and ended up with a 1.7.\"<br>A: \"Ouch. You must be very disappointed.\"<br>B: \"Well, it's my fault because I didn't study as much as I should have.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you re-take the class next year?\"<br>B: \"That's what I plan on doing unless I keep screwing up. How did you do this semester?\"<br>A: \"I didn't do that well either. I ended up with a 3.2 this semester. That drops my total GPA to 3.45.\"<br>B: \"My GPA is pretty similar to yours. I have a 3.1 now because of the stupid econ class.\"<br>A: \"What was your GPA before this semester?\"<br>B: \"I was sitting happy with a 3.4.\"<br>A: \"Why did it go down so much?\"<br>B: \"Let's just say I screwed up more than my econ class.\"<br>A: \"What happened to you?\"<br>B: \"I started playing StarCraft and ended up wasting a lot of time.\"<br>A: \"You better stop slacking off.\"<br>B: \"You're right. I'm not going to play games during school anymore.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Did you ever take History 231?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Last semester.\"<br>A: \"Who was the professor?\"<br>B: \"It was Professor Johnson.\"<br>A: \"I have him this semester. What do you think about him?\"<br>B: \"He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot, but fortunately, he's an easy grader.\"<br>A: \"What did you end up getting?\"<br>B: \"I got an A-. Sounds good, but none of my test scores were that high, so I don't know how I got a decent grade.\"<br>A: \"That's probably because he grades on a curve.\"<br>B: \"Are you enjoying the class so far?\"<br>A: \"I hate it and I was about to withdrawal. But after hearing your experience, I think I will tough it out.\"<br>B: \"Yes. Definitely stay in the class. You will get a better grade than your test scores. He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for letting me know. I feel relieved now.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 5 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P5.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P5b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P5a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Mark.\"<br>B: \"Oh, hi Stacy.\"<br>A: \"How was your summer vacation?\"<br>B: \"I worked over the summer at a restaurant. Have to make tuition money right? What did you do?\"<br>A: \"I took summer school. I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up.\"<br>B: \"So are you officially a junior now?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. And I have 5 credits to spare. I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer, but I took 15 because the price was the same.\"<br>B: \"That makes sense. So where is Nicole?\"<br>A: \"She dropped out of school completely.\"<br>B: \"Really? Why?\"<br>A: \"She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well, they asked her if she wanted to work full time.\"<br>B: \"Wow. She's so lucky. She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job.\"<br>A: \"It sounds good now, but I'm traditional. I want the degree, so I wouldn't have accepted the offer.\"<br>B: \"Do you know how much they are paying her?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. But I bet it must have been a good offer, or she wouldn't have accepted it.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=591\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=593\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you found a solution to save the company money.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you found a solution to save the company money.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I25/sentence/I25S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you found a solution to save the company money.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is also for a management level position. If you are not in management, then you probably won't face this question. But just in case, here are a couple of answers. If you are not in a position to save the company money, then you could think of something small.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I25/sentence/I25S2.mp3\">Hmmm... I wasn't really in any position to save the company money, but I have one small example. When we were a smaller company, we didn't get a significant corporate discount on our hardware. After we grew in size, we qualified for the larger discount, but nobody realized that we now met the quota. I pointed this out and we started saving 5% more on our hardware.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I25/sentence/I25S3.mp3\">We were outsourcing a portion of our work to a 3rd party company. We had two phases for this project. After the first phase, I was given the task to complete the work because the original worker responsible for this project left our group. I quickly got up to speed on the details of the work. I analyzed the information and realized that one portion of the work given to them could've been done by our group because we already had the infrastructure in place. So I only spent half a day to set this up and in turn, we were charged 35% less for the second phase from the first one.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a simple story of an experience. It doesn't include every detail on the type of work that was outsourced, or what I specifically did during the half days of work. If they choose to ask this, then I will be prepared to answer it, but this answer gives enough details to allow the interviewer to understand how you contributed in saving the company money. Also, depending on the field of work, answers will vary. If your job specifically oversees the finance, then it is probably important to think of a much better answer specifically for that position. Think of some scenarios, write them down, and feel free to ask us if the grammar is correct.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=283\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=285\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Computer Related - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Barbara, did you finish the report on XYZ Company?\"<br>B: \"Yes. I just finished today.\"<br>A: \"I would like to review them before we send the report. Can you give me a copy?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Would you like a hard copy?\"<br>A: \"No. Just send me the path to the location of the report. I'll look them over on my computer.\"<br>B: \"Sure. I'll give you permission for the folder. You can find them at barbara01 slash XYZ. I'll give you permission right now.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"John, are you having problems with your network?\"<br>B: \"I think our whole network is down for upgrades. It should be back up in an hour.\"<br>A: \"That's too late. I need the review documents from the company network share.\"<br>B: \"I have a copy of that on my computer.\"<br>A: \"Really? Can I get a copy?\"<br>B: \"Sure. But since the network is down, I'll have to put it on a disk for you.\"<br>A: \"That would be great.\"<br>B: \"Do you have a floppy disk?\"<br>A: \"I think I have one on my desk. Here it is.\"<br>B: \"Ok. It's saving now. Here you go.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. You saved me a great deal of trouble. I'm so glad you had a copy of this on your machine.\"<br>B: \"No problem. I'm glad I could help.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/practice/B19P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Don't we need a tax software to do this work?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Don't you have it installed on your computer?\"<br>A: \"No. They said they would install it for me, but they didn't do it yet.\"<br>B: \"Go ask your manager. He probably forgot.\"<br>A: \"That's a good idea. Is there an instructional manual for this software?\"<br>B: \"It's in the second file cabinet under Software Applications.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I'll probably need it when I get the software.\"<br>B: \"Actually, it's not that difficult to use. I think you should be able to figure it out without the manual. The manual is only good for advanced options that we don't really need.\"<br>A: \"You're probably right. Many of the manuals I've read were not that helpful. Do you mind if I come to you for questions when I am using the software?\"<br>B: \"Not at all. Feel free to ask any questions. If I know the answer, I'll let you know.\"<br>A: \"Great. I better go find the manager to get the software installed on my computer.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=460\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=462\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=119",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #20         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is this conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At an electronics store<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a clothing store<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a coffee shop<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Over the phone<br><br>2. What is the person shopping for?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A tall vanilla latte<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A DVD player<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Her mother's birthday present<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> For her boyfriend<br><br>3. What did she end up buying for her boyfriend?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pants and a belt<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Shirt and tie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Leather jacket<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> iPod<br><br>4. What is the return policy of this store?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Only exchanges<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Return or exchanges allowed with receipt<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> All sales are final with no returns or exchanges<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 3 days for returns or exchanges with receipt<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At a clothing store<br>2. For her boyfriend<br>3. Pants and a belt<br>4. Return or exchanges allowed with receipt         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Welcome. Can I help you with anything?\"<br>B: \"Hi. I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday. Do you have any suggestions?\"<br>A: \"Let's see. How about a nice shirt and tie? You can't go wrong there.\"<br>B: \"Well. He doesn't wear ties that often.\"<br>A: \"We have some nice pants. You can also get him a belt with it.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. Which one do you recommend?\"<br>A: \"These slacks are very popular. He can wear them to dress up a little or on a normal casual day.\"<br>B: \"I like them. Do you have matching belts?\"<br>A: \"Yes. Right over here.\"<br>B: \"How much are they?\"<br>A: \"The pants are on sale for $40, and the belt is $25.\"<br>B: \"What is your return policy just in case he doesn't like them?\"<br>A: \"Just save the receipt and we will gladly return or exchange them for you.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. I'll take them.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=118\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=120\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2050",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2050-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I should have + (past participle)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2050-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Should' is the past tense of the word 'shall.' When using the words 'should have' you are talking about something in the past that you 'ought to' or 'might have' done.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S1.mp3\">I should have gone with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S2.mp3\">I should have studied more for my test.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S3.mp3\">I should have read the directions before starting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S4.mp3\">I should have eaten breakfast this morning.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S5.mp3\">I should have listened to your advice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S6.mp3\">I should have married her when I had the chance.</a>\"</span><br><br>'Shall' is something that will take place or exist in the future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S7.mp3\">I shall leave tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S8.mp3\">I shall finish the job next week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S9.mp3\">I shall see it tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S10.mp3\">I shall go outside if it's nice out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E50/sentence/E050S11.mp3\">I shall pay for this later.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2049\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2051\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=564",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/564-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movie Discussion - General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/564-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this movie section, we are going to have discussions about movies that we already saw. This is useful because whenever we come out of a movie theater, we always ask our friends what we thought about the movie. Sometimes, it's a simple answer such as, 'It was alright.' But sometimes, a good discussion can arise from a great movie. Let's get started...<br><br>Every time I finish watching a movie, I either ask someone, or someone asks me, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S1.mp3\">What did you think about the movie?</a>\"</span> For the most part, the answer is a simple one line sentence:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S2.mp3\">It was alright.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S3.mp3\">It could have been better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S4.mp3\">It was pretty good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S5.mp3\">I liked it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S6.mp3\">It was entertaining.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S7.mp3\">It was so stupid I almost fell asleep.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S8.mp3\">Lame.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S9.mp3\">Boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L27/sentence/L27S10.mp3\">Too unrealistic.</a>\"</span><br><br>I can go on for a long time describing movies. I have listed a few so you get an idea how to answer simple movie questions.<br><br>Besides simple one line answers, there are a few reasons we need to say other things. It is because either we didn't understand something, want to describe a scene we liked, want to describe a scene that was stupid, or simply go on and on about how great the movie was.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=563\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=565\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=285",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I26/sentence/I26S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you aimed too high.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you aimed too high.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I26/sentence/I26S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you aimed too high.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another question where you can turn this answer into a good experience. I am going to be using the answer as the one where you failed to complete an assignment on time. This is good practice to use a similar answer by changing only a few sentences to answer another tough interview question. But first, I'll give an example of a different short answer.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I26/sentence/I26S2.mp3\">We had a new project that I was interested in. Even though I was busy, I volunteered to take on the assignment. I had to work so much more. Although I managed to complete the assignment, it really burned me out. I feel I aimed too high and I would have benefited by doing a better job on my current assignments instead of wanting more challenges.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I26/sentence/I26S3.mp3\">I believe aiming high is a good practice. Aiming high keeps me focused and forces me to grow by trying to reach high goals I have set for myself. But I know there are times where aiming too high is not good. For example, one time in the middle of the project, our clients wanted to change one aspect of the assignment that we already completed. I analyzed the change request and told them that we will not be able to make the date. I estimated that it will take three additional days. They insisted that we finish on the agreed upon time schedule. I told them we would try but we could not promise anything. Even with hard work and overtime, we missed the due date. We did however, finish one day later. I challenged myself to complete on time, but with the large change request, it was too high of a goal to reach. In this case, I really aimed too high. I should have been more firm telling them that we will need a few more days.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a similar experience we already used, but you changed the beginning and the end to tailor it to this question. Remember that you can use one answer for multiple questions. This answer should make you look good instead of looking like you made a terrible mistake.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=284\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=286\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=462",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/462-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Asking for Email Address         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/462-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Email is a daily part of the office life. Everybody and every company uses email as a way to communicate quickly. This lesson will cover all aspects of using the email.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S1.mp3\">Can I have your email address?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S2.mp3\">What is your email address?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S3.mp3\">Do you have an email account?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S4.mp3\">My email address is someone at hotmail dot com (someone@hotmail.com).</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S5.mp3\">It is someone@hotmail.com.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S6.mp3\">Do you have his email address?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B20/sentence/B20S7.mp3\">What was her email address again?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=461\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=463\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=120",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #21         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the great news in the dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He received a job offer<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He got a promotion at work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He gave an interview<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He wants to celebrate<br><br>2. How did he feel about the interview?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He thought he did bad<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He thought he did good<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He though he did perfect<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He didn't have an interview<br><br>3. What are they going to do to celebrate?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go to a party<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Go watch a movie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go drink beer<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go play pool<br><br>4. Who is paying for the celebration?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Doesn't mention anything about who is paying<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Both of them will pay equally<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The friend with the good news<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The friend who heard the good news<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aacc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He received a job offer<br>2. He thought he did bad<br>3. Go drink beer<br>4. The friend with the good news         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey John. I have some great news.\"<br>B: \"What happened?\"<br>A: \"I got a job offer from Dell.\"<br>B: \"That's great. I thought you said you didn't get the job.\"<br>A: \"I thought I did bad on the interview, but I guess I was wrong. I'm so happy right now.\"<br>B: \"I bet. That's great news. I'm very happy for you.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I feel like celebrating. Let's go have a beer. It's on me.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=119\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=121\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2051",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I wish I could + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2051-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are expressing a desire to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S1.mp3\">I wish I could sing better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S2.mp3\">I wish I could settle the argument.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S3.mp3\">I wish I could sail around the world.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S4.mp3\">I wish I could remain calm during all of this.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S5.mp3\">I wish I could remember his name.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S6.mp3\">I wish I could replace my old car with a new one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S7.mp3\">I wish I could play outside.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S8.mp3\">I wish I could go to the game with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S9.mp3\">I wish I could write better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E51/sentence/E051S10.mp3\">I wish I could own my own business.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2050\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2052\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=565",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/565-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movie Discussion - Describing a Movie         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/565-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Didn't understand:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S1.mp3\">Do you remember the scene when Mary walked into the dining room? Why was she carrying a knife? She didn't use it and the cameras focused on it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S2.mp3\">I can't understand why she betrayed him. The whole movie concentrated on her trust and loyalty. It just doesn't make sense.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Good Scene:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S3.mp3\">I love the scene when Russell Crowe showed his face to the emperor after the first gladiator fight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S4.mp3\">What did you think about the last fight scene between Neo and Agent Smith in the rain?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S5.mp3\">The courtroom scene between Jodie Foster and Richard Gere was absolutely amazing.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Great Movie:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S6.mp3\">That was such a cool movie. It was the best movie I've seen in a long time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S7.mp3\">Anytime I see a great movie I tend to look at my watch often. That's because I don't want the movie to end.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S8.mp3\">The movie was great. I liked everything about it. I'm definitely going to buy the dvd.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Situational questions:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S9.mp3\">What would you have done? Would you have taken the million dollars and give up your wife for a night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S10.mp3\">Would you choose money and fame, or family and stability?</a>\"</span><br><br>Some movies are known to be 'based on a true story.' These types of movies are very interesting because they actually happened. The only reason they are not considered to be a non-fiction movie is because the director or writer will add some scenes that didn't happen, or change some facts around so the movie is more appealing to the masses.<br><br>A conversation can start from movies such as Schindler's List. When coming out of a theater, I heard a couple talk briefly about this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S11.mp3\">What did you think about the movie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S12.mp3\">I thought it was great. It was very powerful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S13.mp3\">How much of it do you think was true?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S14.mp3\">I learned about Germany and World War II in one of my classes, and this movie showed everything I learned from class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L28/sentence/L28S15.mp3\">Wow. It's amazing that these things have happened in our history.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=564\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=566\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=286",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I27/sentence/I27S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you aimed too low.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you aimed too low.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I27/sentence/I27S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you aimed too low.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I have never been in sales, but the example answer I want to give is an example of answering the question while displaying good traits. Remember to be clear when explaining your experience and don't assume that they will understand everything. You should explain it step by step.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I27/sentence/I27S2.mp3\">There was a new project that I was interested in. Because I had other responsibilities, I didn't volunteer. I wasn't too busy, but I was worried I wouldn't complete the assignment on time. I realized I missed a wonderful opportunity because I aimed too low.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I27/sentence/I27S3.mp3\">When I was selling cell phones for Verizon Wireless, I had a great month where I reached the quota in just two weeks. My goal is to always break quota by more than 10 percent, and this month, I new it was going to be easy. I scheduled to take a week off to relax, and at the end of the month I surpassed the quota by 31%. I had an opportunity to break the location's record, but I didn't jump on the opportunity. I was basically thinking that having achieved my original goal of 10% was sufficient. But I think when opportunities arise, I should be flexible and willing to change my goal. I aimed too low and I missed a rare opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is not a bad mistake. You can say you were burned out, or needed to take some time off, or wanted to rejuvenate yourself. This answer doesn't show a failure, but shows a great success. In this example, aiming too low resulted in great numbers and great results at the end of the month, so there is no harm done. In the end you are indicating that you could have done even better, that you are willing to re-evaluate your goals, and that you are now able to see and jump on opportunities.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=285\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=287\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=463",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/463-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Requesting information through email         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/463-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S1.mp3\">Can you send it to my email address?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S2.mp3\">You can send it to me through email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S3.mp3\">Can you email it to me?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S4.mp3\">Can I email it to you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S5.mp3\">Can I send you the information through email?</a>\"</span><br><br>Whenever you send an email to an account that doesn't exist, you get an automated email saying the mail was not delivered. You can use these sentences if you are in this situation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S6.mp3\">Can I verify your email address? The address I have on file appears to be incorrect.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S7.mp3\">I am unable to email it to you. Can you tell me your email address again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S8.mp3\">I am getting a mail saying it is undeliverable. I might have misspelled it. Can I double check your email address?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S9.mp3\">The email address I sent it to was someone@hotmail.com. Is this correct?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S10.mp3\">I sent the email to someone@hotmail.com. Didn't you get it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S11.mp3\">That's the wrong email address. My email address is someone@hotmail.net.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B21/sentence/B21S12.mp3\">Oh... I see the problem. My email address is some1@hotmail.com.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=462\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=464\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=121",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #22         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Mike so happy?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He won the lottery<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His wife won the lottery<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He passed the bar exam<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He passed the civil service exam<br><br>2. Who will Mike call with this good news later?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Hi brother<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His wife<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> His parents<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> His friend<br><br>3. What does \"cloud nine\" mean?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A state of extreme happiness<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To be in an airplane<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To be in a high elevation<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To be very disappointed<br><br>4. How is the friend feeling after hearing this news from Mike?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Sad and depressed<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Bitter and Jealous<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Happy for his friend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Angry and surprised<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccac\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He passed the bar exam<br>2. Hi parents<br>3. A state of extreme happiness<br>4. Happy for his friend         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Mike, did you win the lottery or something? Why the big smile?\"<br>B: \"I'm so relieved. I just passed the bar exam.\"<br>A: \"You did? That's great! You must be very happy now?\"<br>B: \"That's an understatement. I'm on cloud nine. I couldn't be any happier.\"<br>A: \"Did you tell your parents yet?\"<br>B: \"Not yet. I didn't get a hold of them. I'll try to call them again tonight.\"<br>A: \"They're probably going to be so happy.\"<br>B: \"I think so. It's turning out to be a great day.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=120\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=122\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2052",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2052-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You should + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2052-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are suggesting an obligation or duty that needs to take place either now or in the near future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S1.mp3\">You should go to bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S2.mp3\">You should do your homework before going outside.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S3.mp3\">You should replace your headlights on your car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S4.mp3\">You should request a raise at work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S5.mp3\">You should stop smoking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S6.mp3\">You should smile more.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S7.mp3\">You should slow down when driving in a neighborhood.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S8.mp3\">You should talk to him about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S9.mp3\">You should train your dog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E52/sentence/E052S10.mp3\">You should trust what they say.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2051\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2053\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=287",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I28/sentence/I28S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you made a great sale.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you made a great sale.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I28/sentence/I28S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you made a great sale.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is similar to the question, 'what does it mean to make a great sale' You can change the words a little and use the answer for both questions. The key to this answer is explaining what it means to make a great sale, and then giving a good example of a great sale that you made.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I28/sentence/I28S2.mp3\">I had a customer come in that was a little rude. He had many questions and cut me off very frequently. I stayed patient and explained everything to his satisfaction. He ended up representing a medium sized business that required a large order. I feel this was a great sale because I treated this customer with respect and patience.</a>\"</span><br> <br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I28/sentence/I28S3.mp3\">Making a great sale can be measured by how much the company made, but I think making a great sale is how satisfied the customer is. A satisfied customer will return and continue to be a valued customer, so it's important to make sure that the customer is satisfied. One day, a customer was debating on two different types of watches. One was $1200 and the other was $400. This was a huge difference. I believe I could have sold him the $1200 watch, but instead, I laid out all the pro's and con's for him, and asked him questions to find out the purpose of the watch, if it was for casual wear or formal wear, and eventually helped him realize exactly what he was looking for. He ended up buying the $400 watch. Some people might think that was not a great sale, but I felt as a salesman and a person representing the company that I did a great job in satisfying this customer. In the next couple of years while I was working there, he came and bought many more items and had other friends come in to buy more products. I can confidently say that the $800 in missed sale resulted in thousands more for the company.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example has several key points. First, this answer is telling the interviewer what you believe is a great sale. Second, it is giving a good example. Finally, it is showing a good sign of an employee by saying, 'a person representing the company' All salesman or someone who works with customers is representing their company in some way. Saying this casually in an example is definitely powerful.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=286\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=288\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2026",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2026-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm not used to + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2026-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are using 'not used to' to inform someone that you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with a topic at hand.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S1.mp3\">I'm not used to talking English.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S2.mp3\">I'm not used to studying so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S3.mp3\">I'm not used to being around new people.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S4.mp3\">I'm not used to talking in front of groups of people.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S5.mp3\">I'm not used to having so much stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S6.mp3\">I'm not used to traveling so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S7.mp3\">I'm not used to working so early.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S8.mp3\">I'm not used to having so much responsibility.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E26/sentence/E026S9.mp3\">I'm not used to drinking so much.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2025\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2027\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=464",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/464-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sending attachments through email         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/464-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Some companies have security in place such as firewalls that prevents sending certain types of attachments. For example, sending a .js file is potentially dangerous because it can run scripts. Also, some documents can carry viruses through macros or other methods. Sending attachments to some email addresses are not possible. However, text files are usually permitted. Here are some sentences that you might find useful.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S1.mp3\">I can send you the document through email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S2.mp3\">I'll send you the images to your email account.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S3.mp3\">Can I send the documents to your email?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S4.mp3\">Can I email you the files?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S5.mp3\">Can I email the files to you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S6.mp3\">I received your email, but I didn't receive the attachments.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S7.mp3\">My company prevents many types of attachments. Can you send a text file instead?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S8.mp3\">Before you send the document, change the extension .doc to .txt and then send it. When I receive it, I will change it back to .doc before I open it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S9.mp3\">Hi Mary, I sent you an email with my proposal as an attachment. Did you receive it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S10.mp3\">Hey Jack, did you receive my attachments?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S11.mp3\">The file is too large to send through email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S12.mp3\">My email account will only allow sending attachments that are 1 MB or smaller.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B22/sentence/B22S13.mp3\">My email account will only allow me to receive attachments that are 2 MB or smaller.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=463\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=465\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=122",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #23         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the theme of this discussion?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Happiness versus sadness<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Money and happiness<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Work and money<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Boring life<br><br>2. In this dialog, what can money do for someone?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Buy fancy cars<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Take away a lot of responsibilities<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go traveling around the world<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Open a nice restaurant<br><br>3. What is one draw back mentioned from having too much money?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Person will become greedy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Person will become bored eventually<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Person will be unhappy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Person will lose friends<br><br>4. What conclusion can we come to from this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Neither of them are rich<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Both of them are rich<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> One person does not have a job<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both of them do not have a job<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbba\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Money and happiness<br>2. Take away a lot of responsibilities<br>3. Person will become bored eventually<br>4. Neither of them are rich         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Life's so boring.\"<br>B: \"Well, most of the time it is, I guess.\"<br>A: \"What do you think will make you happy?\"<br>B: \"I think money will make me happy.\"<br>A: \"You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness.\"<br>B: \"It will for me. Then I can do all the things I want to do.\"<br>A: \"You'll get bored eventually.\"<br>B: \"Then I can find something new to do. If I don't have to worry about money, then I don't have to work.\"<br>A: \"That's true, I guess. If I didn't have to work, I think I would be happy.\"<br>B: \"You see... money doesn't equal happiness, but it takes away a lot of responsibilities.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=121\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=123\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2053",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2053-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You're supposed to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2053-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'You're' is a contraction of the words 'you are.' When using 'You're' with the words 'supposed to' you are making a suggestion that something you strongly believe ought to happen.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S1.mp3\">You're supposed to keep that secret.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S2.mp3\">You're supposed to let me know when you leave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S3.mp3\">You're supposed to stop when at a red light.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S4.mp3\">You're supposed to unpack once you get there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S5.mp3\">You're supposed to return the movies you rent on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S6.mp3\">You are supposed to remain calm.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S7.mp3\">You are supposed to fasten your seat belt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S8.mp3\">You are supposed to invite all your friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S9.mp3\">You are supposed to encourage one another.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E53/sentence/E053S10.mp3\">You are supposed to decide before next Thursday.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2052\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2054\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=567",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/567-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Favorite - What's your Favorite         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/567-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word favorite is used a lot in spoken English. It is very common to talk about your favorite things with your friends or acquaintances. Topics can range from favorite movies, favorite TV shows, favorite food, favorite cars, etc. Since there are so many favorite things in the world, you should pay close attention to this lesson.<br><br>Asking questions is the most common way to use the word favorite:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S1.mp3\">Who is your favorite singer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S2.mp3\">Who is your favorite person?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S3.mp3\">Who is your favorite athlete?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S4.mp3\">Who was your favorite ex-girlfriend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S5.mp3\">Who was your favorite elementary teacher?</a>\"</span><br><br>Are you following me? It's very easy. Just change the word at the end and you can make dozens of sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S6.mp3\">What is your favorite show?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S7.mp3\">What is your favorite movie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S8.mp3\">What is your favorite dessert?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S9.mp3\">What is your favorite program?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S10.mp3\">What is your favorite class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S11.mp3\">What is your favorite game?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S12.mp3\">What was the title of your favorite song?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S13.mp3\">What was the name of your favorite sit-com?</a>\"</span><br><br>We used 'who' and 'what' in our sentences. It's possible to use 'where', 'how', and 'when', but the most common is 'what' and 'who'.<br><br>I'll provide a couple of sentences for the other words.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S14.mp3\">Where is your favorite vacation spot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S15.mp3\">When is your favorite time of day?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S16.mp3\">How is your favorite noodles cooked?</a>\"</span><br><br>It's not common, because even though it is grammatically incorrect, you can ask the same question with 'what'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S17.mp3\">What is your favorite vacation spot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L30/sentence/L30S18.mp3\">What is your favorite time of day?</a>\"</span><br><br>Nobody is really going to notice and it's not a big deal. After this lesson is over, I suggest practicing with 'what' and 'who', but don't bother with the others. It's not as important.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=566\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=568\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=783",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I was so touched by the movie that I started getting <i><b>goose bumps</b></i> all over my arms.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Goose bumps         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: The literal tiny bumps you get all over your body when you are experiencing intense emotions.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: In some countries, they call it chicken skin because the tiny bumps on the arm looks like chicken skin. But in the US, they use \"goose bumps.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S1.mp3\">I was so touched by the movie that I started getting <i><b>goose bumps</b></i> all over my arms.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S2.mp3\">When she told me that she loved me, I got <i><b>goose bumps</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S3.mp3\">I get <i><b>goose bumps</b></i> anytime I'm scared.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S4.mp3\">John told us a story and everyone got <i><b>goose bumps</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S5.mp3\">Did you watch the speech?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S6.mp3\">No, I missed it. Was it good?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S7.mp3\">It was so touching that I got <i><b>goose bumps</b></i> everywhere.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S8.mp3\">I was so inspired by the speech that I had a tingling sensation run across my body.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S9.mp3\">I felt a jolt of excitement when I heard the good news.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P16/sentence/P16S10.mp3\">My arms were tingling when I heard that story.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=782\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=784\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=288",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I29/sentence/I29S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you went over budget.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you went over budget.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I29/sentence/I29S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you went over budget.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you go over budget, it is a bad sign. It can mean you are not organized, do not plan well, or are not good with finance. So when you think of an answer, make sure you justify it with a good reason. Here is an example of what I am talking about.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I29/sentence/I29S2.mp3\">During our marketing campaign, we realized how many customers we were gaining through the radio advertisements. Although we didn't have budget for more radio advertisement, I still made the decision to place our ad on three more stations. We increased sales by 25% for that month, but I ended up going over budget by 5%.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I29/sentence/I29S3.mp3\">There was a project that had a strict 4 month deadline. I didn't have enough employees to complete the task, so I had to hire temporary workers. I was given a budget to either hire three extra heads for four months or to hire four extra heads for three months. Because of the importance of the project and the strict deadline, I chose to hire 4 temporary workers for 3 months to give us a time cushion at the end. We had a couple of unexpected obstacles and it turned out that we needed the temporary workers for another two weeks. We completed the project on time and everything turned out well, but in this instance, I went over budget by 5%. Due to the importance of this project, I didn't want to risk slipping the date. Even though everyone was congratulating me on this accomplishment, I feel I could have done better if I calculated a cushion for unexpected obstacles.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is admitting to going over budget, but the reason was good enough. The answer indicates that by saying how everyone was happy and making sure to say how important the project was. In the end you say you learned something. But you can change this answer a little. If you want to be more clear on the importance of the project, you can say a monetary value, like it was a two million dollar deal, and going over budget by $10,000 was acceptable by upper management.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=287\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=289\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=465",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/465-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Email Problems         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/465-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S1.mp3\">My email is getting full. I better delete some old mail.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S2.mp3\">I better save my emails to my hard drive so I can make some room in my inbox.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S3.mp3\">How do I request more storage space for my email account? I am constantly running out of space.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S4.mp3\">You're running out of email space too? I have the same problem at least once a month.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S5.mp3\">I hate getting the mail that I am running low on space.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S6.mp3\">I just started my job so I haven't received my email address yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S7.mp3\">My email account hasn't been created yet. They said I should receive it tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S8.mp3\">I haven't received any emails in the last four hours. I think the server is down or something.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S9.mp3\">I think the exchange server is down. Is somebody taking a look at this problem?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S10.mp3\">I can't send anything right now. Is anybody else having a problem with their email?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S11.mp3\">It could be a network problem, but my email account is not working.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S12.mp3\">I can't access my email right now. I think the server is down.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S13.mp3\">Who should we contact if we are having email problems?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S14.mp3\">I keep getting junk mail in my work account. How did they get this email address?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S15.mp3\">How do I prevent junk mail?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B23/sentence/B23S16.mp3\">Don't open any mail with the title, 'Your request has been approved!!!' It contains a virus. Please delete this mail at once if you see it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=464\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=466\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=123",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #24         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is the person so angry?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He lost his car<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He got into a car accident<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> His car got damaged by a tow company<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> No one is angry in this dialog<br><br>2. How is he going to solve the problem with his car?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go to a auto body shop<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Go to the company<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go to court<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Nothing<br><br>3. How much will it cost to repair the car?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> $800<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> $1500<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> $4000<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> $6800<br><br>4. Who will be used as a witness?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A stranger in the street<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A friend who witnessed everything<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A cop who was there<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> His companies lawyer<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cccc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. His car got damaged by a tow company<br>2. Go to court<br>3. $4000<br>4. A cop who was there         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What happened to your car?\"<br>B: \"A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car.\"<br>A: \"Are they going to pay you for the damages?\"<br>B: \"They're saying it was already there.\"<br>A: \"What the hell. That doesn't make sense. What are you going to do.\"<br>B: \"I have to go to court. A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. I'd be pissed if that happened to me.\"<br>B: \"I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars.\"<br>A: \"Oh my gosh. Damn... screw the court, I would burn down their store.\"<br>B: \"We'll see what happens after court.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=122\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=124\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=568",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/568-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Favorite - Answering Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/568-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>To answer these types of questions, it is very easy. All you have to do is change 'your' to 'my', repeat the last portion of the question and add your answer. We'll practice a couple of times.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S1.mp3\">What is your favorite show?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S2.mp3\">My favorite show is Smurfs.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S3.mp3\">What is your favorite movie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S4.mp3\">My favorite movie is Matrix.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S5.mp3\">What is your favorite dessert?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S6.mp3\">My favorite dessert is cheesecake.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S7.mp3\">Who is your favorite singer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S8.mp3\">My favorite singer is Josh Groban.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S9.mp3\">Who is your favorite athlete?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S10.mp3\">My favorite athlete is Tiger Woods.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S11.mp3\">Who was your favorite elementary teacher?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S12.mp3\">My favorite elementary teacher was Mrs. Smouse.</a>\"</span><br><br>Different ways to ask about favorite things<br><br>You don't necessarily have to use the word favorite. Favorite basically means what you like the most. So, you can ask favorite questions without the word favorite.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S13.mp3\">What do you like to eat the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S14.mp3\">My favorite food is ice cream.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S15.mp3\">What is a childhood memory that stands out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S16.mp3\">My favorite childhood memory is a time I went fishing with my dad.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S17.mp3\">Which professor do you like the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S18.mp3\">My favorite professor is Professor Kim.</a>\"</span><br><br>Likewise, you can answer questions without using the word favorite.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S19.mp3\">What is your favorite baseball team?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S20.mp3\">I like Seattle Mariners the most.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S21.mp3\">What is your favorite type of food?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S22.mp3\">I love Italian food... especially pasta. They are so good.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S23.mp3\">Who is your favorite music group?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/sentence/L31S24.mp3\">I really enjoy listening to Depeche Mode.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=567\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=823\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2054",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2054-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You seem + (adjective)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2054-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When stating 'you seem' you're referring to the person you are talking to and expressing that they are giving the impression of or appear to be.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S1.mp3\">You seem bored.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S2.mp3\">You seem unhappy with the results.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S3.mp3\">You seem eager to begin.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S4.mp3\">You seem easy to get along with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S5.mp3\">You seem elated to hear the good news.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S6.mp3\">You seem deeply in love.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S7.mp3\">You seem afraid of roller coasters.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S8.mp3\">You seem confused about the rules of the game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S9.mp3\">You seem embarrassed about what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E54/sentence/E054S10.mp3\">You seem decisive about your choice.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2053\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2055\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=289",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What extracurricular activities were you involved in?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What extracurricular activities were you involved in?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S1.mp3\">What extracurricular activities were you involved in?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you don't have any work experience, then a company wants to know what extra activities you did in school to see if you are active. It is best to list a couple of things describing what the group is and what role you had in the group. If you were not a part of any group, it might be ok to make something up. It is hard to verify this so they will not find out. But it could back fire, if the interviewer happened to be in the same group at the same university.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S2.mp3\">I was involved in our school newspaper. I was one of the writers for three years.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S3.mp3\">I was very active in our university politics. In my senior year, I was the vice president of the University.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S4.mp3\">Besides studying, I played baseball for our school. I really like to study and to stay physically active.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S5.mp3\">I was involved with a group that helped awareness of environmental problems such as pollution. I was on a team that educated people about driving alternatives such as buses and carpooling.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I30/sentence/I30S6.mp3\">I was very active in the university magazine committee. I was a member of that group for four years. I helped write articles about events occurring in school. In my senior year, I was the editor and did less writing and more managing in regards to the magazine structure, what contents to add, and distributing work among the junior members of the group. I really enjoyed my experience there and learned about working closely together as a group to deliver a quality magazine.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you don't have work experience, then you will need to say something to show them that you learned some valuable lessons such as team work. I suggest you to reflect on what you did during school and create a list of what you learned.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=288\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=290\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=466",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/466-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Reply and Reply All         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/466-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you reply all, it goes out to everyone on the To line and the CC line. Reply only goes to the sender. When we send out a mail to many people, you might see a sentence that says 'little 'r' me'. This means to use the small R instead of the Big R. That basically means to reply only to me instead of replying to everyone on the mail thread.<br><br>A mail is also referred to as a thread. That is because in the office, a mail can go on back and forth among many people so it becomes a chain of mail that started from one email. I'll use these terminologies in the next several example sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B24/sentence/B24S1.mp3\">I sent out a mail to the whole group. I requested that they little 'r' me with their ideas.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B24/sentence/B24S2.mp3\">When I receive a mail sent out to multiple people, I keep forgetting to send to all.</a>\"</span><br> <br>This next sentence is not a spoken sentence. It's a common sentence used in email when someone forgets to send to everyone.<br><br>'Resending to include everyone.'<br><br>If you see this, that means the person sent a reply to the sender instead of replying all.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B24/sentence/B24S3.mp3\">Start a mail thread on your idea. I think everyone should get in on this discussion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B24/sentence/B24S4.mp3\">Do you want me to start a mail thread for this?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=465\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=467\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=784",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Call me more often man. We got to <i><b>stay in touch</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stay in touch         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To stay connected<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you can touch someone, you are literally close to that person. \"Stay in touch\" is indicating that the person wants to keep communicating so they will be \"close\" as friends.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S1.mp3\">Call me more often man. We got to <i><b>stay in touch</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S2.mp3\">I hope you <i><b>stay in touch</b></i> with me. I'll give you my contact information.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S3.mp3\">Let's <i><b>stay in touch</b></i>. I'll email you whenever I can.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S4.mp3\">Are you <i><b>staying in touch</b></i> with her, or are you guys not talking any more?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S5.mp3\">Since you are moving to England, I'm really going to miss you.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S6.mp3\">Yeah. I'm going to miss you a lot too.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S7.mp3\">You promise that you'll <i><b>stay in touch</b></i>?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S8.mp3\">Of course. We'll always keep in touch.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S9.mp3\">Keep in touch. I'll want to know how you're doing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P17/sentence/P17S10.mp3\">Julie told me that she would keep in touch with me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=783\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=785\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=124",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #25         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Who is Jack angry at?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> His friend Sara<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His girlfriend Martha<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> His brother<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The friend he is talking to<br><br>2. Why is Jack so angry?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> His friend told Martha that Jack was dating Sara<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His friend was angry he wasn't invited to a party<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because he didn't tell him about the surprise exam<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> His friend dated his girlfriend<br><br>3. Why did his friend cause this problem?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get revenge because he was also angry with Jack<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To make Jack and Martha break up<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He was just joking and didn't mean to cause this problem<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He knew it was a secret, but it just slipped out<br><br>4. What is Jack asking his friend to do?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To talk to Martha about it<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To not say anything to Martha anymore<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To talk to Sara about it<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To apologize to Martha<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dacb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. The friend he is talking to<br>2. His friend told Martha that Jack was dating Sara<br>3. He was just joking and didn't mean to cause this problem<br>4. To not say anything to Martha anymore         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Jack, what's wrong?\"<br>B: \"You!\"<br>A: \"What are you talking about? What did I do?\"<br>B: \"You told Martha that I was on a date? What was that all about?\"<br>A: \"No... that's not what I meant. I didn't mean that. She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara. I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends.\"<br>B: \"She started feeling suspicious after you said that.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry man. I didn't know. I didn't mean to screw anything up.\"<br>B: \"Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend. Now, I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you.\"<br>A: \"Look. I really didn't mean to, and next time I see Martha, I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends.\"<br>B: \"Don't bother.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=123\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=125\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Car Rental - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello, ABC Car Rental. How can I help you?\"<br>B: \"Hi, I wanted to make a reservation.\"<br>A: \"What location would you like to rent from?\"<br>B: \"I am flying into Los Angeles Airport. Do you have a booth there?\"<br>A: \"Yes we do. What date are you flying in?\"<br>B: \"I am arriving on June 22nd.\"<br>A: \"What time is your arrival time?\"<br>B: \"I am scheduled to arrive at 2 pm.\"<br>A: \"How long would you like to rent the vehicle?\"<br>B: \"I will need it for 10 days.\"<br>A: \"What size car would you like?\"<br>B: \"A midsize car please.\"<br>A: \"Can I get your name?\"<br>B: \"Yes. My name is Sang Min Lee.\"<br>A: \"Can you spell that?\"<br>B: \"Last name is L E E. First name is S A N G. Middle initial is M.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thank you. I have reserved a midsize car for you for June 22nd until July 1st. Is there anything else I can help you with?\"<br>B: \"That will be all.\"<br>A: \"Thank you for calling.\"<br>B: \"Thank you. Bye.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/practice/T9P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How can I help you today?\"<br>B: \"I would like to rent a car.\"<br>A: \"Do you have a reservation?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"That's alright. Let's see what we can find. We have several cars to choose from. What size are you looking for?\"<br>B: \"What are my options?\"<br>A: \"A compact car, midsize car, and a minivan.\"<br>B: \"How much are they?\"<br>A: \"Compact is $21.95 a day, midsize is $27.95 a day, and a minivan is 35.95 a day.\"<br>B: \"I'll take a midsize car.\"<br>A: \"How long will you be renting the car?\"<br>B: \"One week.\"<br>A: \"How many people will be driving the car?\"<br>B: \"Just myself.\"<br>A: \"Would you like insurance?\"<br>B: \"How much is it?\"<br>A: \"It is $14.95 a day and it covers everything regardless of fault.\"<br>B: \"Yes please.\"<br>A: \"Can I have your name?\"<br>B: \"Last name is Lee. L E E. First name is Sang. S A N G.\"<br>A: \"Your address please?\"<br>B: \"I am from Korea. Would you like my address in Korea?\"<br>A: \"Just the city name.\"<br>B: \"Seoul, Korea.\"<br>A: \"Can I see your driver's license and a credit card?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Here it is.\"<br>A: \"Great. That will be $324.92. Would you like me to charge it on this card?\"<br>B: \"Yes. That will be fine.\"<br>A: \"Please sign here. You can pick up your car downstairs. Your expected time to return the car is June 29th. That is exactly one week. Show the attendant this invoice. When you return the car, bring this invoice with you. Also, the gas tank is full, you should fill up the gas tank before you return. If you don't want to, we can do it for you for $3 a gallon. Is there anything else I can do for you?\"<br>B: \"That will be all. Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Thank you. Good bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=399\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=402\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Favorite - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you doing tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to stay home and watch a video.\"<br>A: \"What are you going to watch?\"<br>B: \"I rented Last of the Mohican. Have you seen it?\"<br>A: \"That was one of my favorite movies. You will not be disappointed.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What's your favorite food?\"<br>B: \"I like Chinese food the most.\"<br>A: \"Have you been to the Chinese restaurant on 44th street.\"<br>B: \"No I haven't. Is it any good?\"<br>A: \"It's my favorite Chinese restaurant. I believe you will like it.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. Let's go.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. How were your classes this semester?\"<br>B: \"They were not too bad. I really digged (liked) my poli-science class.\"<br>A: \"Would you consider it your favorite class?\"<br>B: \"I don't know if I would call it my favorite, but it ranks up there.\"<br>A: \"What class was your favorite then?\"<br>B: \"I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific.\"<br>A: \"I never took that yet. If that was your favorite, I think I will check it out.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=568\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=570\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You'd better + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2055-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'You'd' is a contraction of 'you had' or 'you would.' You are making a suggestion to someone for a particular action.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S1.mp3\">You'd better exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S2.mp3\">You'd better help out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S3.mp3\">You'd better invite your brother.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S4.mp3\">You'd better impress the judges.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S5.mp3\">You'd better listen to your parents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S6.mp3\">You had better not come home late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S7.mp3\">You had better hope for the best.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S8.mp3\">You had better change your attitude.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S9.mp3\">You would be good at teaching.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E55/sentence/E055S10.mp3\">You would do well at math.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2054\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2056\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why did you choose your major?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why did you choose your major?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S1.mp3\">Why did you choose your major?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S2.mp3\">Why did you choose to major in History?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you are a computer science major interviewing for a computer position, then they will not ask you this question. But if you are an English Literature major and interview for a computer position, then they might want to know why you chose to major in English Literature. To create an answer for English Literature, you can say things learning to be a better communicator, having better reading comprehension, and say how skills learned from English Literature can be applied towards many fields. But something like History is different. Unless you are going to be a Historian, it's hard to justify how your major is going to help you in your job.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S3.mp3\">I majored in History because I enjoyed learning about the past. I always try to apply my history knowledge in many things I do. This knowledge allowed me to study many different experiences.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S4.mp3\">I majored in English because it was a major that would make me more skilled in reading, writing, and communicating. I believe English is a tool that is used everywhere, so I thought it was the best major for me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S5.mp3\">I majored in Psychology because I was interested in seeing how the mind works. I also found it useful because it helped me to work with people better by understanding differences in everyone.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S6.mp3\">I majored in Biology because I initially wanted to go to med school. Although I decided not to go to med school, I still wanted to complete my bachelor's degree.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I31/sentence/I31S7.mp3\">I majored in History because I always had a strong interest in historical facts. I grew up very close to history and chose this major because I really enjoyed the subject. I planned on becoming a high school history teacher or even a professor, but then I started to get into computers. It's totally different from history but it really fascinated me. Now, instead of looking in the past, I'm always looking into the future through all the technological changes.</a>\"</span><br><br>It doesn't connect the major to the job but at least it gives an explanation. It's not bad to say you majored in something because you liked the subject. The only bad answer is to say you didn't know what else to do and you couldn't get into a better department.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=289\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=291\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=467",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/467-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Forwarding Mail         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/467-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S1.mp3\">I can't find the mail about our next project. Can you forward the mail to me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S2.mp3\">I got a useful email on productivity. I think I will forward it to our team.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S3.mp3\">I have that email. I'll forward it to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S4.mp3\">If you find that mail, please forward it to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S5.mp3\">I'll forward you the mail I got from the manager.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S6.mp3\">I received a mail from the marketing manager. I don't know what she is asking for. Can I forward the mail to you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S7.mp3\">One of our clients is asking for more data on the BB project. Who should I forward this mail to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S8.mp3\">Forward the complaint to the manager. I think he should see this.</a>\"</span><br><br>Sending to an alternate email address is common when the work email is not working. Here are some sentences you can use if you are ever in this situation. Some companies do not allow this, so make sure your company does not have policies prohibiting this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S9.mp3\">My work email is currently down. Can you send it to my personal email address? It is someone@hotmail.com.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S10.mp3\">I'm having problems with my work email account. Can you send it to someone@hotmail.com instead?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S11.mp3\">I'm having problems sending you an email to this account. Is there another email account you have that I can try?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B25/sentence/B25S12.mp3\">Our exchange server is down for the next thirty minutes. If this is urgent, you can send me an email to my personal account. It is someone@hotmail.com.</a>\"</span><br><br>Although I have a couple of sentences on writing, most of this is to talk about email. Learning to write is not what I am trying to teach here. I want everyone to be able to speak. You should be practicing all of these lessons while talking along.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=466\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=468\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=785",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't <i><b>have the guts</b></i> to go bungee jumping.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Have the guts         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Brave; courage<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Guts\" is the stomach area. Having \"guts\" is representing you have a strong stomach. When you have \"guts\" you are saying you are brave or have a lot of courage.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S1.mp3\">I don't <i><b>have the guts</b></i> to go bungee jumping.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S2.mp3\">He doesn't <i><b>have the guts</b></i> to ask her on a date.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S3.mp3\">He <i><b>has a lot of guts</b></i> to be hunting by himself.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S4.mp3\">I heard you went to Sky Mountain Park. How was it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S5.mp3\">It was pretty fun.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S6.mp3\">Did you go on the monster ride?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S7.mp3\">No. I didn't <i><b>have the guts</b></i> to go on that ride. It was too scary.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S8.mp3\">He's very courageous.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S9.mp3\">He's got balls to be doing that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P18/sentence/P18S10.mp3\">He isn't afraid of anything.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=784\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=786\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=676",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/676-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General - Softball         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/676-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Softball</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S1.mp3\">I play on a men's softball league. It's underhand pitch and mostly just to have fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S2.mp3\">Softball is similar to baseball, except you have 4 outfielders instead of 3.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S3.mp3\">Softball is fun if you are not good at hitting fast pitches.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S4.mp3\">I'm the shortstop on our team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S5.mp3\">I play the outfield.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S6.mp3\">I'm the pitcher.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S7.mp3\">I saw a friend hit two grand slams in one game.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S8.mp3\">His pitches have way too big of an arch.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S9.mp3\">He needs to get his pitches above 6 feet from the ground.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S10.mp3\">The ball hit the plate and the umpire called it a strike.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S11.mp3\">I play on a co-ed softball team. We have 5 girls and 5 guys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S12.mp3\">When we play co-ed softball, the girls hit with smaller balls than the guys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L112/sentence/L112S13.mp3\">It takes a while to get used to throwing two sizes of balls in co-ed softball.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=675\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=677\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=402",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/402-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Making a Reservation I         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/402-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>It is not common to go to a hotel without a reservation so I will only cover the reservation aspect. Along with reserving a room, I will cover checking in, checking out, room service, and wake up call.<br><br><b>Making a Reservation</b><br><br>When you make a reservation, call them and tell them you want to reserve a room. Or, you can start by asking them for a price.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S1.mp3\">Hi, how much are your rooms?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S2.mp3\">Hi, what are your rates?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S3.mp3\">Hello, how much is a room?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S4.mp3\">Our rooms start at $79 for a basic room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S5.mp3\">Our rooms start at $79 for a standard room and go up to $300 for a suite.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S6.mp3\">Ok. Can I reserve a room?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S7.mp3\">Hi, I would like to reserve a room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S8.mp3\">Hello, can I reserve a couple of rooms?</a>\"</span><br><br>The first thing they usually ask is the dates you want the room and the duration.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S9.mp3\">What day do you want to check in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S10.mp3\">Which date did you want to reserve?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S11.mp3\">What date are you looking for?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S12.mp3\">I want a room from June 22nd to June 25th.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S13.mp3\">I would like a room for the 19th of July.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S14.mp3\">How long will you be staying with us?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S15.mp3\">When will you be checking out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S16.mp3\">How many days would you like the room for?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S17.mp3\">I am going to stay for 3 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S18.mp3\">I would like to reserve the room for 4 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T10/sentence/T10S19.mp3\">I am going to need the room until July 23rd.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=401\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=403\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=291",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you redo college again, what would you major in?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you redo college again, what would you major in?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S1.mp3\">If you redo college again, what would you major in?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I already explained this a little in another question about restarting your career. You can use the same answer here if you want, but I will give one more example of not changing your major in the long answer section.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S2.mp3\">I didn't realize I was so interested in computers until I graduated college. So if I could select a different major, I would major in Computer Science.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S3.mp3\">I liked the fact I completed my degree in English. But if I could redo college again, I would like to double major in English and Business.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S4.mp3\">I would liked to have majored in Engineering. I have a strong interest in hardware so I believe Engineering would have helped.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S5.mp3\">I would choose to major in Marketing in the Business School. I really enjoy this type of work and having more background would have helped me to excel more.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I32/sentence/I32S6.mp3\">If I were to redo college again, I don't think I would change my major. I liked the fact that I majored in Business and I believe it will help me with my career. I'm pretty good with the computer, but I would like to have taken more computer classes. Because technology is growing so quickly, I think I would have benefited from having a deeper understanding in computers.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer demonstrates a good choice in the beginning. I included the portion about computers because they want to see something you would have done differently. And making the comment about computers shows the interviewer your understanding about technology to some degree. But don't say this answer without first stating that you are pretty good with the computer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=290\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=292\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2056",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2056-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you into + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2056-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are asking a question about an interest they might have or something they might enjoy doing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S1.mp3\">Are you into soccer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S2.mp3\">Are you into trying new things?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S3.mp3\">Are you into wine tasting?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S4.mp3\">Are you into working out at home or at the gym?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S5.mp3\">Are you into scary movies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S6.mp3\">Are you into playing games?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S7.mp3\">Are you into jogging?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S8.mp3\">Are you into painting?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S9.mp3\">Are you into traveling?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E56/sentence/E056S10.mp3\">Are you into fixing cars?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2055\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2057\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=570",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/570-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hobby - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/570-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Hobbies are a hot topic anytime. Similar to favorite things, hobbies are favorite things that you do. This is a small section so let's get started.<br><br><b>Questions you can ask:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S1.mp3\">What are your hobbies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S2.mp3\">What do you do in your spare time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S3.mp3\">What do you like to do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S4.mp3\">What do you like to do for fun?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S5.mp3\">If you had extra time, what would you do with it?</a>\"</span><br><br>There is not much else you can say. Remember that we can create many different sentences, but we want to use what is most common in spoken English. So we need to stay with the most common words.<br><br><b>Answering questions:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S6.mp3\">My hobbies consist of golfing, reading novels, and watching movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S7.mp3\">I like to play computer games in my free time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S8.mp3\">If I'm not working, then I'm busy chatting with people on the Internet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S9.mp3\">During my spare time, I like to cook.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S10.mp3\">I like to read magazines.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S11.mp3\">In the summer I play golf, and in the winter, I go skiing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S12.mp3\">I love every type of sports.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Making statements:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S13.mp3\">I need to find a hobby. I have nothing to do all day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S14.mp3\">Maybe you wouldn't be so lonely if you had a hobby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S15.mp3\">Hobbies are great because it allows you to do what you enjoy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S16.mp3\">Although I have many hobbies, I wish I had more time to do more.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S17.mp3\">I love to go snowboarding. It's exhilarating.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S18.mp3\">I would go skiing more often, but it takes such a long time to go up to the mountains.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L32/sentence/L32S19.mp3\">I wish golfing wasn't so expensive. I would golf almost everyday if I could afford it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=823\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=571\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=468",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/468-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General email sentences         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/468-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S1.mp3\">Hi Jack, this is Steve. I have a proposal for the marketing idea. Can I email it to you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S2.mp3\">I will need the information by noon. Can you email it to me soon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S3.mp3\">The deadline for the project was an hour ago. Did you send the information?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S4.mp3\">I'm going to send you a rough draft. Can you review it and email me back?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S5.mp3\">I have sent three mails asking for information on their design. I haven't received a reply yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S6.mp3\">Send an email to the team with your plan of action. I want everyone following this process.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S7.mp3\">I have to send out my report before five. I won't have time to help you right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S8.mp3\">I have a meeting at 4:00 pm. I think I should send out a reminder mail. I don't want anyone to forget.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S9.mp3\">If you are not sure how to talk to the boss about this, why don't you email her?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S10.mp3\">Did you read the mail from the CEO? It's about our new mission statement.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/sentence/B26S11.mp3\">The CFO sent out a mail that describes our quarterly earnings.</a>\"</span><br><br>When you are going on vacation, there is an option in some mail programs such as Outlook to reply with a message saying anything you want. After you turn on auto reply, there is a text field where you can type in your message. In general, this is what I have seen the most. Once again, the following is not spoken, but email language.<br><br>'I will be vacation until June 4th. I will be on email occasionally, but if you have an emergency, you can reach me at 555-555-5555. For information on financial reports, contact Suzy Mae. For information on quarterly earnings, contact Jim Beam. For other urgent matters, contact Billy McHale.'<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=467\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=469\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>We're going camping this weekend <i><b>rain or shine</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Rain or Shine         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Not allowing the weather to prevent you from doing something.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: For outdoor activities, rain can stop someone from doing something. This phrase is used to express determination of doing something no matter what external forces try to stop them.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S1.mp3\">We're going camping this weekend <i><b>rain or shine</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S2.mp3\"><i><b>Rain or shine</b></i>, the protesters are out there every day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S3.mp3\">I don't care about the weather. I'm going golfing <i><b>rain or shine</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S4.mp3\">I'm going hiking this Saturday. Do you want to come?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S5.mp3\">That sounds good. <i><b>Rain or shine</b></i>, count me in.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S6.mp3\">If it's raining, looks like you're going by yourself, because I'm staying home.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S7.mp3\">I'm going to go even if it's a downpour.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S8.mp3\">Are you still going to go even if it's raining cats and dogs?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P19/sentence/P19S9.mp3\">Unless it's pouring out, let's meet at seven in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=785\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=787\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=126",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #27         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is Jack excited about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Going on a vacation<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Starting school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Finishing school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Starting work<br><br>2. What does Jack think is more exciting between starting school or work?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Neither is exciting<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Both are similar<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Work is more exciting<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> School is more exciting<br><br>3. What is the best description about Jack's attitude toward work?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He is depressed because he will have to work for 30 years<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is sad that he can't have fun at school anymore<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is looking forward to making work fun<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't care one way or another<br><br>4. Who started work first between Jack and his friend?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Jack<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His friend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Neither of them are working yet<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both started at the same time<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbcb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Starting work<br>2. Both are similar<br>3. He is looking forward to making work fun<br>4. His friend         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. Are you excited about starting work?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it.\"<br>A: \"What was more exciting, starting college or starting work?\"<br>B: \"They're pretty similar, but in different ways. I really can't decide. How about you?\"<br>A: \"For me, I think starting school was more exciting.\"<br>B: \"Does that mean work isn't that great?\"<br>A: \"It's different for everyone, but because I knew school was going to be so much fun, I really got excited about it.\"<br>B: \"But work is a huge portion of our lives. I'm looking forward to making it fun.\"<br>A: \"That's a great attitude to have. I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce.\"<br>B: \"I hope you're right.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=125\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=127\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=292",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What course did you like the most?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What course did you like the most?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S1.mp3\">What course did you like the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S2.mp3\">What was your favorite subject?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>When you answer this question, use a subject that helped you become a better person or a better worker. Although this question is asking for you opinion and there is no wrong answer, you should take advantage of this question by showing your strengths.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S3.mp3\">I really enjoyed an English writing class I took. This class taught me to write more clearly and concisely.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S4.mp3\">My favorite subject was Physics. It really helped my logic abilities and I use this knowledge to solve problems in a variety of ways.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S5.mp3\">There was a speech class I took that I really enjoyed. It helped me to speak in groups better and I learned to speak professionally in front of an audience.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S6.mp3\">My favorite subject was applied science. I really enjoyed learning different ways of applying science into ordinary things.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I33/sentence/I33S7.mp3\">I really enjoyed majoring in electrical engineering and it really helped me to prepare for my career, but the class I enjoyed the most is probably a couple of psychology classes I took. Although it didn't help me in any technical way, I learned a little bit about human behavior and learned how the brain works. I started to understand the reasons for my strengths and weakness instead of just knowing them. Also, it helped me to understand people who are different than me.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a simple answer but a very good one. An engineer is mostly technical and they might lack skills in human interaction. So an engineer saying their favorite course was psychology demonstrates that this person has both technical skills and the ability to work with others better. It lists several good examples such as understanding both strengths and weakness along with understanding different people.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=291\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=293\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=571",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/571-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hobby - Various Q&amp;amp;A         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/571-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S1.mp3\">If you had all the money in the world, what would you do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S2.mp3\">I would probably find some hobbies and join an organization that works for a good cause.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S3.mp3\">You just stay home most of the week. Don't you ever get bored?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S4.mp3\">A lot of my hobbies are things I do by myself such as oil painting, sculpting, and drawing. So actually, I have a lot to do with not enough time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S5.mp3\">I'm so bored. I have nothing to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S6.mp3\">Maybe you should start thinking about some hobbies.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S7.mp3\">Is studying considered a hobby?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S8.mp3\">Studying is usually associated with school and work, so it's not usually considered a hobby. But if it's not for these purposes, then I guess it can be a hobby. That's just my opinion though.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S9.mp3\">What do you do in your spare time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/sentence/L33S10.mp3\">I do a lot of writing, so I write every chance I get.</a>\"</span><br><br>Like many topics in English, a conversation will go towards the content of the conversation. So let's review with longer dialogs in practice.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=570\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=572\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2057",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2057-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you trying to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2057-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are asking someone if they are attempting to do something. This can be something mentally or physically.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S1.mp3\">Are you trying to ignore me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S2.mp3\">Are you trying to manage your money?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S3.mp3\">Are you trying to memorize that song?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S4.mp3\">Are you trying to offer your help?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S5.mp3\">Are you trying to program your new phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S6.mp3\">Are you trying to pretend like it never happened?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S7.mp3\">Are you trying to remain calm?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S8.mp3\">Are you trying to remember her name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S9.mp3\">Are you trying to reflect on the past?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E57/sentence/E057S10.mp3\">Are you trying to switch flights?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2056\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2058\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=403",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/403-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Making a Reservation II         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/403-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The next series of questions covers how many people and how many rooms. Some hotels charge by number of rooms and number of adults, and some hotels charge by number of rooms only.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S1.mp3\">How many rooms will you need?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S2.mp3\">Is this for only one room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S3.mp3\">How many rooms would you like to reserve?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S4.mp3\">How many rooms should I reserve for you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S5.mp3\">I will only need one room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S6.mp3\">I am going to need two rooms.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S7.mp3\">How many adults will be in your party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S8.mp3\">How many total children will be with you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S9.mp3\">Just two adults.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S10.mp3\">A total of four adults.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S11.mp3\">I will be alone.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S12.mp3\">A total of 2 adults and 2 children.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T11/sentence/T11S13.mp3\">One adult and 2 children.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=402\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=404\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=787",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I had a tough day today. <i><b>I'm totally beat</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm beat         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Very tired<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Beat\" can mean to lose. It can also mean to be hit over and over again. When someone loses or they are hit over and over again, they are either mentally tired or physically tired. This phrase is saying you are very tired for whatever reason.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S1.mp3\">I had a tough day today. <i><b>I'm totally beat</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S2.mp3\">I don't want to go out tonight. <i><b>I'm beat</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S3.mp3\"><i><b>I'm beat</b></i> so I'm going to sleep early today.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S4.mp3\">Hey Steve, we're going to go to a club tonight. Wanna come?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S5.mp3\">I worked a 12 hour shift today. <i><b>I'm beat</b></i> so I'm going to just stay home tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S6.mp3\">I'm very tired.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P20/sentence/P20S7.mp3\">I'm exhausted.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=786\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=788\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Email - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I'll have the report ready for review tonight. Will you be able to look at it tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"I'm not going to be in the office tomorrow. Can you email it to me? I'll look at it from home.\"<br>A: \"Sure. What's your email address?\"<br>B: \"It is someone@hotmail.com.\"<br>A: \"The file is pretty big. Will the email allow me to send a file that big?\"<br>B: \"If it is under one mega byte, you shouldn't have a problem.\"<br>A: \"I don't think it's that big. I'll send it tonight. Just get back to me when you finish the review tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I should be done with it by noon.\"<br>A: \"That would be great. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"The manager wants us to work on the data analysis together.\"<br>B: \"Did you get an email from her?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. You were on the µto' line as well.\"<br>B: \"I never got it yet. When did you get the mail?\"<br>A: \"I got it about 30 minutes ago. Should we have her send the mail again?\"<br>B: \"No, I don't want to bother her right now. Can you just forward the mail to me?\"<br>A: \"No problem. I'll do it now.\"<br>B: \"I'm still not getting it.\"<br>A: \"Maybe your exchange server is down.\"<br>B: \"I think you're right. Can you send it to my personal account? It is someone@hotmail.com.\"<br>A: \"Sure. Sending now.\"<br>B: \"I got it. Thanks for forwarding me the mail. After I read it, let's get together to discuss how we are going to work on the data analysis.\"<br>A: \"Perfect. Just ping me when ever.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B26/practice/B26P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Jack, this is Cindy from the audit team.\"<br>B: \"Hi Cindy.\"<br>A: \"I'm calling in regards to the 2003 bank statements you sent over to me last week. I cannot find the August statement. Can you resend that one by any chance?\"<br>B: \"I can fax them over to you in about an hour. Will that be ok?\"<br>A: \"That would be great. I also have questions on several of the withdrawals. Do you know who I should contact to straighten this out?\"<br>B: \"You should talk to Joe Smith. He is our senior accountant over here. His number is 555-123-4567.\"<br>A: \"That was Joe Smith at 555-123-4567?\"<br>B: \"That's correct.\"<br>A: \"Do you have his email address. I might need it later.\"<br>B: \"Sure. It's joesmith@ourcompany.com.\"<br>A: \"joesmith@ourcompany.com. Ok. Thanks for all your help.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Have a good day.\"<br>A: \"You too. Thanks again. Bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=468\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=470\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That's <i><b>easier said than done</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Easier said than done         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: This is used when something is easy to say but very hard to do.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This phrase is very literal. Often times people tell you to do something that sounds easy, but it is actually hard. So in response, you can say this phrase.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S1.mp3\">That's <i><b>easier said than done</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S2.mp3\">It's a lot tougher than that. It's one of those things that are <i><b>easier said than done</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S3.mp3\">Michael thinks everything is so easy. He doesn't realize it's <i><b>easier said than done</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S4.mp3\">Do you do any stock trading?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S5.mp3\">No, but how hard could it be. Just buy when it goes down and sell when it goes up.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S6.mp3\">It's <i><b>easier said than done</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S7.mp3\">It's harder than you think.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S8.mp3\">It's not as easy as you think.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P21/sentence/P21S9.mp3\">If you think it's that easy, why don't you do it?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=787\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=789\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=470",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/470-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Explanations and Presentations General         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/470-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This lesson will give some guidelines on how to explain something and how to speak during presentations. Because I cannot be specific to every topic, I'll choose general ones. You should primarily be looking at the structure and style for this Business English lesson.<br><br>It is understandable if you feel nervous or uneasy about having to explain something in <br>English. Because English is not your first language, it is very difficult. However, in the office, you will be in many situations when you have to explain something. Here are 3 tips to make your explanation or presentation easier.<br><br>First, you should not talk fast. I work in a large company with many different people from all over the world. The hardest time I have when listening to someone is when they talk fast with a bad accent. The problem they have is that they are fluent and comfortable speaking English, but they do not realize how bad their accent is. If you speak slower, you can avoid this problem. Unless you are certain that your accent is understandable, always speak a little slower.<br><br>Second, you should speak clearly. Say each word clearly and emphasize the important words. Even if they don't understand every word in your sentence, they will understand the whole meaning with proper emphasis.<br><br>Third, prepare and practice ahead of time. You should record yourself and listen to the recording. You should also get an American friend to judge you. This is a lot of work you have to do in the beginning, but this is VERY important. Even though it will make your presentation or explanation clearer and better, that is not the reason I am saying you should do the recording and getting a friend to listen. The reason why this is so important is because you are laying the foundation on proper communication in regards to intonation and pronunciation. For example, if you don't do this, you might think you don't have a problem and you will continue to practice incorrectly. Soon, you will be someone who can talk fast but have terrible pronunciation. You will become the type of people I described... hard to understand. If you take the time to practice for several hours before each presentation, you will be practicing the correct way to enhance your English abilities.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=469\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=471\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/404-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Making a Reservation III         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/404-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>After they determine how many rooms and how many total people, they will ask you what type of bed you want.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S1.mp3\">Would you like a single king size bed, or two double size beds in the room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S2.mp3\">Will a single king size bed be ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S3.mp3\">We only have a room with two double size beds. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S4.mp3\">Do you want a smoking room or a non smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S5.mp3\">Do you prefer a smoking or non smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S6.mp3\">I would like a smoking room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S7.mp3\">Can I have a non smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S8.mp3\">Either is fine.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S9.mp3\">I don't have a preference.</a>\"</span><br><br>You will have to provide your credit card number to reserve the room.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S10.mp3\">Can I get a credit card number?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S11.mp3\">Can I have your credit card number?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S12.mp3\">What is your credit card number?</a>\"</span><br><br>Finally, they will repeat all the information back to you.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T12/sentence/T12S13.mp3\">Ok, Mr. Lee. I have one smoking room reserved for July 19th till July 22nd. The total comes to $256.78 after tax. If you need to cancel, please call us 24 hours before July 19th. Can I help you with anything else?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=403\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=405\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2058",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2058-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Please + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2058-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Please' is generally used in a polite request when asking someone to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S1.mp3\">Please pass me the salt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S2.mp3\">Please order me the steak and potatoes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S3.mp3\">Please stop bothering me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S4.mp3\">Please wash your hands before dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S5.mp3\">Please wait outside until we are ready.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S6.mp3\">Please zip up your coat before you go outside.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S7.mp3\">Please stand back.</a>\"</span><br><br>The word 'please' can also mean to give enjoyment or satisfaction to.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S8.mp3\">The smell of the flowers was very pleasing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S9.mp3\">May it please the court to admit this into evidence?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S10.mp3\">I was very pleased with how the children behaved in class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S11.mp3\">You cannot please everyone all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E58/sentence/E058S12.mp3\">She was pleased with the dress.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2057\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2059\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=127",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #28         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the good news in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He just got a job<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is going on a vacation<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He found a pretty girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>2. What is the bad news in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> His wife is worried about their finances<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The job market is bad right now<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He lost his job<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>3. What is the friend doing about the situation?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Nothing he can do about it<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Contact other friends who might be able to help find a job<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Talk to his manager about openings in their company<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. What advice is the friend giving?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To not worry as he will get through this<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To start saving money for the hard times<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To start working at a gas station temporarily<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ddba\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. None of the above<br>2. All of the above<br>3. Contact other friends who might be able to help find a job<br>4. To not worry as he will get through this         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"You don't look too well. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"I just lost my job. I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry to hear that. Have you been looking for another job?\"<br>B: \"I just started, but the job market is very bad right now. I'm not optimistic about it.\"<br>A: \"That's tough. What does your wife think about this?\"<br>B: \"She's trying to be supportive, but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well.\"<br>A: \"I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job. I'll see what they can do.\"<br>B: \"I really appreciate your help.\"<br>A: \"No problem. In the meantime, don't try to worry so much. You'll get through this.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=126\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=128\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=572",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Hobby - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Bob. Whatcha you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm at home painting.\"<br>A: \"I didn't know you paint. What type of painting is it?\"<br>B: \"I enjoy oil painting. I learned it in one of my extra classes in college.\"<br>A: \"That sounds so interesting. I wish I learned a hobby.\"<br>B: \"Hobbies are never too late to learn. They offer a variety of classes at the local community college. You should look into it.\"<br>A: \"I think I will. Thanks for the info.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Joanne. What are you up to?\"<br>B: \"I'm just watching some television.\"<br>A: \"I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning.\"<br>B: \"Me too. Do you think we are boring people?\"<br>A: \"I don't think we are boring. It's just that we don't have any hobbies.\"<br>B: \"That's right. What do you think we should do as a hobby?\"<br>A: \"That all depends on what you like to do. For example, I like to doodle on the notepad, so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings.\"<br>B: \"I like to play the piano for fun.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. That can be a good hobby.\"<br>B: \"Hobbies are great. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do.\"<br>A: \"That's a great idea. I'm going to do the same.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=571\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=573\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=293",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What course did you like the least?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What course did you like the least?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S1.mp3\">What course did you like the least?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S2.mp3\">What course did you struggle in the most?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is an easier answer because you don't have to show off your strength here. All you have to do is make sure you don't pick a subject that relates to your job. It is also safer to pick something that most people do not enjoy. Finally, picking something that you are not good at is acceptable if it is not a skill required on the job. My long example will be about a drama class.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S3.mp3\">I didn't enjoy history that much. It wasn't that difficult, but it didn't allow me to think creatively. Most of the classes I took were about memorizing dates and facts. So history is my least favorite subject.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S4.mp3\">I struggled in a music class the most. I really enjoy listening to music so I tried to learn a little about it. But it was a disaster. My tone was off and I couldn't tell if something was flat or not.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S5.mp3\">My least favorite class was probably poetry. During that course I struggled writing a real poem. I realized I am not a poet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S6.mp3\">I disliked my geography class. It wasn't difficult, but I simply didn't find it very interesting.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I34/sentence/I34S7.mp3\">For me, I had a tough time in my drama class. I didn't realize that I was a terrible actor. I didn't think it would be that hard, but week after week, my instructor would point out problem after problem. He gave me a B, but I think it was because of my effort, not because of my abilities. I say this because when I saw myself on video, oh my gosh, it was terrible.</a>\"</span><br><br>You are putting yourself down a lot here, but in this example it is actually good. Interviewers are worried that a person who can act well will be able to lie about many things during the interview. A person without acting skills will not be able to hide automatic body gestures that the interviewer is looking at. Also, this answer is good because it shows that this person never gives up and puts in a lot of effort.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=292\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=294\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><i><b>It's about time</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's about time         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: When you want to express that you waited a long time. A synonym of this would be, \"finally.\"<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you wait for something, the time on a clock is the biggest factor.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S1.mp3\"><i><b>It's about time</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S2.mp3\"><i><b>It's about time</b></i>. I waited two hours for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S3.mp3\"><i><b>It's about time</b></i> I got a chance to play.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S4.mp3\">I've been waiting for 3 weeks to try out the new laptop. Isn't it my turn yet?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S5.mp3\">Yes. It's your turn. I'll get it for you.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P22/sentence/P22S6.mp3\"><i><b>It's about time</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=788\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=790\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=471",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/471-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Explanation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/471-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The third step above is primarily for presentations. When you have to give an explanation, you might not have time to prepare for it. If someone asks you a question, you can't tell them that you will need two hours to prepare before answering.<br><br>However, if it is work related, you have the ability to anticipate questions ahead of time. Think of your area of expertise and list many questions you have heard from co-workers or friends. If you speak in your own language, you know exactly how to say it without preparing for it. But in English, you don't know where to begin. List all your answers out and learn how to say it in English. If you do this, then anytime you get asked a question about your area, you can quickly respond. Here is an example with more tips.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S1.mp3\">Can you explain the process of selling a house and the cost associated with it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S2.mp3\">You can either sell the house by yourself or get an agent. Since most of the people use an agent, I will explain that. The first thing you need to do is find a sellers agent. The agent will list your house on the market. After the house is on the market, people who are looking to buy a house will find a buyers agent. The buyers agent looks through the list of houses for sale posted by the sellers agent. The buyers agent shows your house to potential buyers. When someone makes an offer, the buyers agent will let the sellers agent know about the price that the buyer has offered. After everyone agrees, the house is sold. The price associated with selling a house is based on commission. The sellers agent will get an average of 2.5 percent of the selling price and the buyers agent will get 2.5 percent as well. If the price of the house was $300,000, then each agent will get $7500, costing you a total of $15,000.</a>\"</span><br><br>You're first reaction might be, 'when am I ever going to be able to say all this at one time?' But it is much easier than you think. I'll explain further.<br><br>We have someone asking about selling a house or something. We have to explain the process. Even if you don't know the process of selling a house in America, you can use the same guideline for your area of expertise. If you can say each sentence individually, then you can say all of them put together.<br><br>I start by saying there are a couple of ways to sell a house.<br>Then the example says you will explain the more common process.<br><br>From here, it is basically listing steps.<br><br>1. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S3.mp3\">The first thing you need to do is find a sellers agent.</a>\"</span><br>2. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S4.mp3\">The agent will list your house on the market.</a>\"</span><br>3. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S5.mp3\">After the house is on the market, people who are looking to buy a house will find a buyers agent.</a>\"</span><br>4. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S6.mp3\">The buyers agent looks through the list of houses for sale posted by the sellers agent.</a>\"</span><br>5. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S7.mp3\">The buyers agent shows your house to potential buyers.</a>\"</span><br>6. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S8.mp3\">When someone makes an offer, the buyers agent will let the sellers agent know about the price that the buyer has offered.</a>\"</span><br>7. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S9.mp3\">After everyone agrees, the house is sold.</a>\"</span><br>8. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S10.mp3\">The price associated with selling a house is based on commission.</a>\"</span><br>9. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S11.mp3\">The sellers agent will get an average of 2.5 percent of the selling price and the buyers agent will get 2.5 percent as well.</a>\"</span><br>10. <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B28/sentence/B28S12.mp3\">If the price of the house was $300,000, then each agent will get $7500, costing you a total of $15,000.</a>\"</span><br><br>This list seems pretty simple now. Each sentence is relatively short. There is no difference between the long paragraph and the listed out items. Both contain the same words. All I did was put them together.<br><br>Finally, if you feel that you cannot create these sentences even in a list form, use an example that you are familiar with. I'm sure you will have an easy time creating a list if the topic is in your area of expertise.<br><br>I recommend listening to the paragraph again. But this time, listen to the speed I talk. Also, listen to the pauses after each sentence. Notice that I don't have unnecessary words like 'and', 'moreover', 'furthermore', 'Afterwards', and so on. These are good words, but you don't need them that much when you are explaining something verbally. Using pauses between sentences and speaking clearly and slowly is the best way to communicate an explanation.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=470\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=472\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=405",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/405-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Checking In and Checking Out         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/405-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Checking in is pretty simple, you just need to go to the counter and say that you are checking in.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S1.mp3\">Hi, I am checking in.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S2.mp3\">Hi, I have a reservation and I am checking in.</a>\"</span><br><br>They will ask you for your credit card and a photo ID. They might confirm your information and you should receive your keys. Here are some questions to ask during this time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S3.mp3\">Where is the elevator?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S4.mp3\">Do you have concierge service here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S5.mp3\">Do you have a map of the city?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S6.mp3\">What time should I check out by?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S7.mp3\">What time is check out?</a>\"</span><br><br>Checking out is just as simple. You go to the counter and say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S8.mp3\">I am checking out.</a>\"</span> At this time, you should return the keys. They might ask you to sign something or ask you if the credit card on file is ok to charge.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S9.mp3\">Should we charge the credit card on file or did you want to use a different card?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S10.mp3\">Your credit card will be charged a total of $256.78. Can you sign on the bottom?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T13/sentence/T13S11.mp3\">Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to seeing you again.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=404\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=406\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=528",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/528-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How is your Day - General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/528-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this lesson, we are going to learn how to communicate to someone using the present tense. However, because this isn't a site teaching grammar, I do not want to spend too much time on details. I wanted to include this section primarily to show many different sentences using present tense and to have a dedicated practice section with only present tense sentences.<br><br>This lesson is a little shorter than others because speaking in the present tense is not as common as speaking in the future or past tense. Although speaking in the future tense or the past tense is more common, it is still important to know how to communicate in the present tense. Here are some example sentences:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S1.mp3\">I see Bob over there by the newspaper stand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S2.mp3\">I'm going to the library.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S3.mp3\">I'm on my way home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S4.mp3\">I'm going to the bus stop.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S5.mp3\">Jack is going to the store.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S6.mp3\">Jill is stopping by now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S7.mp3\">The meeting is starting now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S8.mp3\">The manager is waiting for you in her office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S9.mp3\">Tell the receptionist that you are here to see Mr. Hwang.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Questions:</b><br><br>A very common question you will run into is, <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S10.mp3\">How are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S11.mp3\">How is your day going?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S12.mp3\">What are you doing now?</a>\"</span><br><br>To answer these types of question, you must remember that you are talking about what is currently going on now, so you must use the present tense.<br><br>Here are some ways to answer the above question.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S13.mp3\">I'm enjoying the beautiful weather without any worries in the world.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S14.mp3\">I'm playing a video game on my computer because I have nothing to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S15.mp3\">I'm at the grocery store buying ingredients for tonight's dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S16.mp3\">I'm at the gym working out.</a>\"</span><br><br>As you can see, each sentence is starting with, 'I am' instead of 'I will be' or 'I was.' We will discuss past tense and future tense in the next sessions.<br><br>More descriptive answers you can give are the following:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S17.mp3\">I'm pretty busy right now. I'm doing my homework because I have an exam tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S18.mp3\">My project deadline is coming up, so I'm currently in the process of finishing my tasks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S19.mp3\">I'm taking the day off from work today because I have so many errands. I'm going to the post office to send some packages to my friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S20.mp3\">I'm looking for a job. The job market does not look that great, but I can't give up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S21.mp3\">I'm applying for a job at a consulting firm in Taiwan.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L7/sentence/L7S22.mp3\">I'm listening to music while thinking about my situation.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=822\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=529\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=573",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/573-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise - Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/573-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are various types of exercise. Some people might think walking is exercise, and some other people will think weight lifting is exercise. In the next couple of lessons, we will take a closer look at various types of exercise.<br><br>Exercising can be done in many different ways. Here is a small list to get us started:<br><br>Walking<br>Jogging<br>Running<br>Sports<br>Aerobics<br>Rowing (boat)<br>Commuting to work<br>Etc.<br><br>Here are some questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S1.mp3\">Do you exercise at all?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S2.mp3\">Do you work out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S3.mp3\">What type of exercising do you do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S4.mp3\">Where is a good place to exercise?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S5.mp3\">Why don't you exercise?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S6.mp3\">Where do you usually jog?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S7.mp3\">How long do you take a walk for?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S8.mp3\">How often do you jog?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S9.mp3\">Where do you do aerobics?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L34/sentence/L34S10.mp3\">How long do you usually run for everyday?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=572\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=574\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=128",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #29         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why doesn't Jackie look so well?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She is sick<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She is stressed out<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She just had a fight with her boyfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She just failed an exam<br><br>2. Why is Jackie having a hard time keeping up with class?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She was working part time<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She had to take care of her mother who was sick<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She couldn't understand the material and didn't look for help early enough<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She had too many classes to take and got behind<br><br>3. What is the solution to get through this problem?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Take her mother to the hospital<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Drop out of one class<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Find a tutor to help with this subject<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Study with a friend with encouragement<br><br>4. What statement is true from this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A new semester is about to start for school<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The mother is sick but is getting better<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are both working to pay for school<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both have exams coming up<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"badd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. She is stressed out<br>2. She was working part time<br>3. Study with a friend with encouragement<br>4. They both have exams coming up         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi Jackie. You don't look too well. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"It's nothing. I'm just a little stressed out.\"<br>A: \"Why? What's stressing you out?\"<br>B: \"School. Since I was working part time, I had a difficult time keeping up with class. Now that we have exams coming up, I'm totally freaking out.\"<br>A: \"The best thing to do is study as much as you can. I'm sure you'll do alright.\"<br>B: \"I hope so. I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days. That's what it'll take.\"<br>A: \"I have to study for an exam too. Why don't we study together. We can encourage each other.\"<br>B: \"That will be great.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=127\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=129\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=294",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How will your performance in your worst class affect your performance on this job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How will your performance in your worst class affect your performance on this job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S1.mp3\">How will your performance in your worst class affect your performance on this job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is another opportunity to show many good traits. You can display traits such as endurance, effort, and willingness to work on things you don't like. This is very important because during your career, you will have to do many boring things. This long answer will display that you are a person that will do good at any task.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S2.mp3\">No matter if I liked the class or not, I always tried my hardest. As a result, the lowest grade I ever received was a B. So I'm confident that I'll be good at any task.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S3.mp3\">I had one class where I really struggled. I asked more questions and studied more. As a result, I did very well. So even if I'm struggling, I feel I can find ways to do a good job by putting in more effort.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S4.mp3\">My performance in my worst class will positively impact my performance on this job. I struggled with a logic class, but I studied harder, researched more information, and I never gave up.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I35/sentence/I35S5.mp3\">I remember I did terrible in my astrology class. I didn't have much interest in the subject and I really didn't know that I would struggle in it. I thought about just doing enough to make it through, but I decided that I was going to put some effort into it. I continually asked questions and studied more for this class than I did in others. I got a B for all my effort, but at least I didn't give up and I kept pushing forward. So now I know that whether I like a project or not, I'll do the best I can because it's my responsibility.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer shows maturity and the interviewer should like it.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=293\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=295\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I incorrectly blamed Jeff for breaking my phone. I shouldn't have <i><b>jumped to conclusions</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Jump to conclusions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Making a conclusion without having all the details<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: If you need five pieces of information to come to a conclusion, jumping (or skipping) over 3 of them will cause you to make an incorrect conclusion. This term is often used when an incorrect conclusion is made by someone who didn't have all the information.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S1.mp3\">I incorrectly blamed Jeff for breaking my phone. I shouldn't have <i><b>jumped to conclusions</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S2.mp3\">I thought you took my book. I shouldn't have accused you. I <i><b>jumped to conclusions</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S3.mp3\">Will you stop <i><b>jumping to conclusions</b></i>. You should get all the facts before you make any decisions.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S4.mp3\">I'm so mad at Jake. I think he told my girlfriend that I was on a date.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S5.mp3\">What makes you think Jake told her?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S6.mp3\">Because he's like that.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P23/sentence/P23S7.mp3\">He sometimes does stupid things, but you shouldn't <i><b>jump to conclusions</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=789\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=791\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=406",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/406-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General Things         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/406-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you need a wake up call, you can call the front desk.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S1.mp3\">Can I have a wake up call?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S2.mp3\">What time would you like your wake up call?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S3.mp3\">At 7:30 am please.</a>\"</span><br><br>Room service is available but they have hours of operation. The menu in the room should indicate what times they serve hot food, and the menu will show a list of items that are available 24 hours a day. If you can't find the times, you can ask the front desk.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S4.mp3\">What are the hours for room service?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S5.mp3\">They serve hot food from 5:30am to 11:00pm. They also have a list of items you can select from during off hours.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you need help with your luggage, the person that does this is called a bellman, a bellhop, or a bellboy. The most common term is a bellman so I will use that terminology here.<br><br>The person that gives advice on city activities, recreation, places to dine, and general questions is called a concierge.<br><br>If a person parks the car for you, they are called a valet.<br><br>Regular motels and inns might not have these additional services. Even some hotels do not have them. But if you are staying at a nice hotel, you can ask for them.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S6.mp3\">Do you have a bellman here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S7.mp3\">Do you have a concierge?</a>\"</span><br><br>Only some hotels have valet service. If someone parked the car for you and you can't find someone, you can ask someone else the following questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S8.mp3\">Where is the valet attendant?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S9.mp3\">Can you get someone to get my car?</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that if you use these premium services, you should tip. Also remember that you might not know they are helping you. For example, when you check in, a person might ask if you need help with your bags. If you say yes, then you are using the bellman services. So remember to tip if you do. If you don't want to tip, you don't have to, but it is a little rude. Finally, if you don't want any help, just tell them, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/sentence/T14S10.mp3\">No thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=405\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=407\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2060",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2060-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you like         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2060-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>With this question you are asking someone what they prefer or enjoy.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S1.mp3\">Do you like traveling on a plane?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S2.mp3\">Do you like watching baseball on TV?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S3.mp3\">Do you like skiing or snowboarding?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S4.mp3\">Do you like going to bed early?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S5.mp3\">Do you like spending time with me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S6.mp3\">Do you like repeating the class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S7.mp3\">Do you like playing video games?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S8.mp3\">Do you like listening to music?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S9.mp3\">Do you like practicing playing the piano?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E60/sentence/E060S10.mp3\">Do you like jogging with me?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2059\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2061\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=574",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/574-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise - Walking Jogging and More         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/574-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Walking:</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S1.mp3\">Every morning right when I get up, I like to take a thirty minute walk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S2.mp3\">I like to take walks with my dog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S3.mp3\">Golf is a healthy sport because of all the walking it requires.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S4.mp3\">I heard from some doctors that walking is the healthiest form of exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S5.mp3\">There's a trail by my house that is a perfect 20 minute walk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S6.mp3\">We usually go to a nearby lake and walk around it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Jogging:</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S7.mp3\">Every night, I go to an elementary school across from my house and jog a few laps around the playground.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S8.mp3\">I go jogging in the morning when the air is still fresh.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S9.mp3\">Some people find jogging stressful, but I find it as a way to relieve some of my stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S10.mp3\">It feels so good after jogging for half an hour.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S11.mp3\">I usually jog on a treadmill because it's convenient.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Sports:</b> We will have another more comprehensive lesson on sports in a different lesson.<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S12.mp3\">I usually play a lot of basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S13.mp3\">I get enough exercise from soccer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S14.mp3\">I like to play sports because it is a good form of exercise and allows me to have fun all at the same time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S15.mp3\">Although bowling is a sport, I don't consider it a form of exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S16.mp3\">I play volleyball a couple hours a day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S17.mp3\">I practice baseball with my school team everyday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S18.mp3\">I'm in my high school's track and field team. I'm a long distance runner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S19.mp3\">I don't play soccer because it requires too much running.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S20.mp3\">Running constantly is a hard thing to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Others:</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S21.mp3\">Aerobics is an excellent form of exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S22.mp3\">I use a video at home to do my aerobic sessions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S23.mp3\">I like to do aerobics because it targets specific areas.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S24.mp3\">I get my exercise from rowing. I'm on the junior varsity crew team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S25.mp3\">I ride my bicycle to work every day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S26.mp3\">I take the stairs because it gives me a little bit of a work out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L35/sentence/L35S27.mp3\">I go to the local park and ride my rollerblades.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=573\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=575\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=472",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/472-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Presentation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/472-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Presentations are longer than an explanation, but it is easier in the sense that you have time to prepare for it. The biggest mistake I have seen is that people do not use short simple sentences. Many of the best presentations from English speakers I have seen are those who use simple sentences that are easy to understand. Remember that a long paragraph can consist of 10 short sentences. It is still effective and much easier to say.<br><br>Many times, a person will be using a presentation software like Power Point. If that is the case, then you should prepare your slides and a separate document with your sentences for each slide. You shouldn't read them, but at least it is there just in case you forget to mention something. Use it as a preparation material before the presentation and reference during the presentation. Each sentence should be step by step explaining the content on the slide.<br><br>I am not going to be giving an example because presentations are all different depending on the subject. But keep in mind the process I explained on the house selling example. Keep the sentences short, speak slowly and clearly, put emphasis on key words, and leave a short pause after each sentence.<br><br>There are many times when you will have to explain something. Here are some questions you might hear.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S1.mp3\">What did you do this week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S2.mp3\">What are you going to do next week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S3.mp3\">What is your schedule like for the next two weeks?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S4.mp3\">Can you explain how to perform an evaluation for a partner feedback?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S5.mp3\">How do I perform a refund for a credit card purchase?</a>\"</span><br><br>There are numerous questions like these you might run into. To answer all of them, just follow the list example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S6.mp3\">This week, I finished the analysis on Ford Motor, I started writing a report on international market penetration, and I showed our new employee how to use our software.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is very simple. It is basically a list of three things. You don't need to include any words in between.<br><br>You can use this same style of answer for many different types of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S7.mp3\">Next week, I have to finish my report, research information on GM Motors, and make a presentation on our market strategy.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S8.mp3\">To perform a feedback on a partner you need to specify who the partner is, what project they worked on, the outcome of the project, where they need to improve, and finally what they did well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B29/sentence/B29S9.mp3\">On the credit card machine, press the refund button. Then type in the credit card number and press enter. Type in the amount, and press enter. That's all you need to do.</a>\"</span><br><br>Whenever you are giving an explanation, remember the easiest way to do it is by giving a list and putting them together. In order to be able to do this, you must know how to say key words in your area of expertise.<br><br>When you have to give a presentation, remember that preparing is the most important. As I said earlier, take the time on your first several presentations to record yourself and find a friend to listen to your presentation.<br><br>Finally, let's review the three key steps you need to remember when giving an explanation or a presentation.<br><br>Don't talk fast: Even people with perfect English have this problem. Talking fast is not good when you are explaining something or giving a presentation.<br><br>Talk clearly: Making the words in each sentence clear will help anyone to understand you better.<br><br>Prepare and Practice: This is the most important. As time goes on, you will realize how much your preparation will help with your overall English skills.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=471\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=473\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #30         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What do they plan on doing tonight?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go play basketball with friends<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Work all night long for tomorrow's presentation<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Drink and get drunk<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Stay home and rest<br><br>2. Why do they plan on going out tonight?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To forget about work<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because work is stressful<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To get drunk<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>3. How late do they plan on staying out tonight?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Until the next morning<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Not too late<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> After they are both drunk<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Until 3 in the morning<br><br>4. Where do they plan on going?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To the local bar<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To a restaurant<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To a club in downtown<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdbd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Drink and get drunk<br>2. All of the above<br>3. Not too late<br>4. None of the above         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?\"<br>B: \"Nothing planned. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink.\"<br>B: \"I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too.\"<br>A: \"I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this stuff.\"<br>B: \"But we have to work tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"We won't stay out too late. I just need to forget about work.\"<br>B: \"I hear ya. Let's do it.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=128\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=130\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I36/sentence/I36S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How would your best friend describe you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How would your best friend describe you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I36/sentence/I36S1.mp3\">How would your best friend describe you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This answer can be short. Use key words that show how you are a good fit for this position. If it if a salesperson, mention things like, an easy person to talk, good personality, and dependable as the traits. But if it is for a manager position, then you can use different words like organized, helpful, considerate, and smart. So it all depends on the position. Most people will be honest and say what the best friend will actually say, but it is more effective to choose the words so it relates to the job. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I36/sentence/I36S2.mp3\">Oh, let's see... I think my best friend would describe me as honest, detailed, and very organized.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I36/sentence/I36S3.mp3\">I think my best friend would say that I'm very responsible. Whenever our group of friends had to coordinate an activity, they always relied on me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I36/sentence/I36S4.mp3\">My best friend would probably say that I'm warm, friendly, and understanding.</a>\"</span><br><br>It doesn't have to be long, but don't blurt out the answer without thinking. Then it makes it appear as you are thinking about it instead of saying an answer you already prepared.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=294\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=296\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=791",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Can you <i><b>keep an eye on</b></i> my daughter while I go get the car?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Keep an eye on         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To watch after; to supervise; to take care of<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you have your eye on something or you are watching something, then you are paying attention to something or someone.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S1.mp3\">Can you <i><b>keep an eye on</b></i> my daughter while I go get the car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S2.mp3\">Don't worry about your luggage. I'll <i><b>keep an eye on</b></i> it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S3.mp3\">My mom will <i><b>keep an eye on</b></i> our equipment while we go get the truck.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S4.mp3\">Excuse me sir.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S5.mp3\">Yes.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S6.mp3\">I have to go to the bathroom. Can you <i><b>keep an eye on</b></i> my suitcase for a minute?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S7.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S8.mp3\">Can you watch my bag for me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P24/sentence/P24S9.mp3\">Can you watch my suitcase while I go to the bathroom.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=790\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=792\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/practice/T14P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Hotel Checking In - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/practice/T14P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/practice/T14P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T14/practice/T14P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Thank you for calling Great Hotel. How may I help you?\"<br>B: \"I would like to rent a room, but how much do you charge a night?\"<br>A: \"Our prices start at $79 a night for a standard room.\"<br>B: \"Great. Can you reserve a room for me?\"<br>A: \"Sure. What day are you coming in?\"<br>B: \"I will be checking in on August 3rd.\"<br>A: \"How many days do you need the room for?\"<br>B: \"I'll need it for three nights.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I have you coming in on the 3rd of August and checking out on the 6th. Is that correct?\"<br>B: \"Yes.\"<br>A: \"How many total adults?\"<br>B: \"Two adults and two kids.\"<br>A: \"How old are the children?\"<br>B: \"10 and 12.\"<br>A: \"Would you like one room or two rooms?\"<br>B: \"Just one is fine.\"<br>A: \"Would you like a smoking room or a non smoking room?\"<br>B: \"Non smoking room please.\"<br>A: \"Can I have your last name?\"<br>B: \"Park.\"<br>A: \"Your first name\"<br>B: \"Young. That's Y O U N G.\"<br>A: \"Let me confirm your information Mr. Park. I have one non smoking double room with 2 adults and 2 children from August 3rd to August 6th. Is this correct?\"<br>B: \"Yes.\"<br>A: \"The total comes to $256.78. Can I get your credit card number?\"<br>B: \"Sure. It is 555555555555.\"<br>A: \"What is the name on the credit card?\"<br>B: \"Young Park.\"<br>A: \"I have the room reserved for you. If you need to cancel, please call us 24 hours before your check in date. Failure to cancel will result in a one day charge on your credit card. Is there anything else I can do for you?\"<br>B: \"Yes, one more question. What time can we check in?\"<br>A: \"We can check you in by 2:00pm.\"<br>B: \"Great. Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Thank you and have a great day.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. Bye\"<br>A: \"Good bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=406\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=408\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/575-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise - US Culture         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/575-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Having lived in the United States and Korea, I realized one big thing immediately.<br><br>In Korea, I have to do a lot of walking. When I went to school or to work, I had to leave my house, walk to the bus stop or the subway which takes about 10-15 minutes, get off at my destination, and walk the rest of the way, which is another 15 minutes. Total time walking is about 25 minutes. This translates to 50 minutes a day round trip, and about 3-4 kilometers everyday. I didn't even know it, but I was exercising.<br><br>In America, everyone has a car. While going to work here, I literally walk about 7 minutes a day. That's a total distance of 300 meters. The reason is because I only have to walk to my car. I drive to work, and then I walk from the parking lot to my office. So, I realized I was gaining weight without having changed anything except the walking I wasn't doing.<br><br>I suppose that is why in America there is a big hype about exercising and losing weight. If you don't want to, you don't have to walk anywhere or exercise at all. In Korea, walking is part of the daily routine. So although you don't need to know this lesson as much as other lessons, it will still help when talking to foreigners about this subject. Let's continue with the lesson by doing the practice.<br><br>In the next exercise lesson, we will learn about speaking English in relation to working out in the gym<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=574\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=824\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2061",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2061-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How often do you         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2061-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When asking this question you are inquiring how often or how frequent someone does a particular thing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S1.mp3\">How often do you exercise?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S2.mp3\">How often do you change your password?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S3.mp3\">How often do you help out at school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S4.mp3\">How often do you listen to your MP3 player?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S5.mp3\">How often do you need to go to the dentist?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S6.mp3\">How often do you receive your magazine in the mail?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S7.mp3\">How often do you report to your supervisor?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S8.mp3\">How often do you stretch before working out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S9.mp3\">How often do you talk to your parents?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E61/sentence/E061S10.mp3\">How often do you travel?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2060\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2062\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=473",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/473-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Before the meeting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/473-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many questions to ask before a meeting. If you are curious about what the meeting will cover, you will need to ask the organizer of the meeting. You can also ask things like how long the meeting will take, and who is coming to the meeting. Let's try a couple of these sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S1.mp3\">Hi Jack. Do you know who is coming to your meeting at 2:00?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S2.mp3\">Who all did you invite to the triage meeting?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S3.mp3\">Hi Jack. How long do you think the meeting will be?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S4.mp3\">I have to schedule another appointment at 4:00 but I don't want it to overlap with yours. How long is the meeting going to be?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S5.mp3\">Is the meeting going to be more than an hour?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S6.mp3\">What time was the meeting again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S7.mp3\">When are you going to make that presentation? I thought it was today?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are common statements people use when they can't attend a meeting.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S8.mp3\">I have another appointment that conflicts with your meeting. I will not be able to make it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S9.mp3\">I have another meeting that I cannot miss. I won't be able to make yours.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S10.mp3\">I won't be able to go to the 3:00 meeting. I have another appointment at the same time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S11.mp3\">I can't go to the meeting at 4:00. I have a doctor's appointment. Can you take notes for me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B30/sentence/B30S12.mp3\">I'm going to be out of town tomorrow, so I won't be able to attend the quarterly meeting. Can you send me a mail on the topics that were discussed?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=472\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=474\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=591",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/591-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Classes - Dropping Out / Withdrawal         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/591-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are two ways to leave a class. You either drop out, or you withdrawal. Dropping out usually means you are going to get a failing grade and you don't care about it. But primarily, dropping out refers to leaving college life altogether. So if you intend to say that you dropped out of a class, you should use withdrawal. There are several time periods for withdrawal. The first week, there is no penalty. The second week up to the first month, a W will show up on your transcript. And finally, withdrawal after the half way point will give you a failing grade. But this is dependent on each school policy. So learn the withdrawal format of your school. I was using the dates mentioned above only as an example. Let's learn some sentences to say these kinds of things.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S1.mp3\">I dropped out of my chemistry class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S2.mp3\">I withdrew from my biology class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S3.mp3\">I had too many classes as it is, so I dropped out of my statistics class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S4.mp3\">I couldn't keep up with the schedule, so I dropped out of that class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S5.mp3\">I couldn't understand the material, so I withdrew.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S6.mp3\">I hated the professor, so I just withdrew.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you need to ask questions about withdrawal, these may help:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S7.mp3\">When is the last day to withdrawal?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S8.mp3\">If I withdrawal now, will it show up on my transcript?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S9.mp3\">Does a withdrawal look bad on the transcript?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S10.mp3\">How do I drop out of a class that I don't want to take anymore?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S11.mp3\">What is the procedure to withdrawal from class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S12.mp3\">How do I withdrawal from a certain class?</a>\"</span><br><br>Other things you might want to say when discussing this topic...<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S13.mp3\">Are you sure you want to drop out of that class. You only have 4 more weeks. At least you can get the credit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S14.mp3\">If I stay in that class, I'm going to screw up my GPA.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S15.mp3\">The best I can do is a C in this class. I don't want a C on my transcript. I'm going to withdrawal from the class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S16.mp3\">If you get a bad grade, can't you just re-take the course?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/sentence/L47S17.mp3\">Even if I retake the course, both grades are used. This school has a different system where re-taking the course doesn't really help.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=590\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=592\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=296",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I37/sentence/I37S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How would your professor describe you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How would your professor describe you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I37/sentence/I37S1.mp3\">How would your professor describe you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Same thing here, but you can't choose any words. You have to choose one that relates to school work. Select words that are general and that applies to most types of jobs.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I37/sentence/I37S2.mp3\">I think my professor would describe me as a great team member and consistent in my school work.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is good because school has group projects. It shows team work experience and it also mentions consistency.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I37/sentence/I37S3.mp3\">My professor told me one time that I was like a fireball. I always had a good attitude that positively affected other students in group activities.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I37/sentence/I37S4.mp3\">My professor always told me that I was very creative. He liked my papers because it showed that I really thought about the problem and tackled it in a different way.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=295\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=297\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=130",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #31         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the topic of this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> University classes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A friend who is not himself lately<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Partying and drinking<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A friend with a pretty girlfriend<br><br>2. Why is Sam depressed?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He failed an important exam<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His girlfriend broke up with him<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He wasn't invited to a big party<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He failed one of his university classes<br><br>3. What has Sam been doing for the last several days?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Sitting in his room<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Exercising all day long<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Thinking about his girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. What are they going to do about Sam?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Try to take him out<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Talk to his girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Help him study<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"baaa\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. A friend who is not himself lately<br>2. He failed an important exam<br>3. Sitting in his room<br>4. Try to take him out         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Mike. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Nothing much. What are you up to?\"<br>A: \"I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.\"<br>B: \"He took the civil service exam and failed.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. He must feel depressed.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days.\"<br>A: \"Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him.\"<br>B: \"That's a great idea. Why don't you call him. I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=129\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=131\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=824",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Exercise - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Michael. Where are you going?\"<br>B: \"Nowhere special. I was just taking a walk.\"<br>A: \"What for?\"<br>B: \"To get a little exercise. I'm so out of shape.\"<br>A: \"Hey, I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week. It's great exercise and it's fun too. Why don't you come out and play with us?\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. Give me a call next time you guys play.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"All I do all day is work and watch TV. I really should start thinking about my health.\"<br>B: \"I never thought about that, but you're right. What do you think we should do?\"<br>A: \"For starters, we should start doing more outdoor activities. That way we'll get some exercise.\"<br>B: \"I was thinking about taking tennis lessons. I always have an hour to spare in the afternoon. What do you think about that?\"<br>A: \"That's not a bad idea. How much is it?\"<br>B: \"I heard it is only about one hundred twenty dollars a month for 8 lessons.\"<br>A: \"Playing tennis twice a week will be a good start. Count me in.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=575\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=577\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2062",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2062-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you want me to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2062-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>To 'want' is to feel or have a desire for. When saying 'Do you want me to' you're asking someone if there is anything you can do for them or assist them with.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S1.mp3\">Do you want me to pick up the kids?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S2.mp3\">Do you want me to fix your flat tire?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S3.mp3\">Do you want me to help you read that book?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S4.mp3\">Do you want me to remind you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S5.mp3\">Do you want me to remove my shoes?</a>\"</span><br><br>The word 'want' can also be used to express something YOU would like someone else to do or that something you personally would enjoy.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S6.mp3\">I want you to come over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S7.mp3\">I want you to make a decision.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S8.mp3\">I want you to water the flowers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S9.mp3\">I want to understand what you are trying to say.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S10.mp3\">I want to be better at swimming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E62/sentence/E062S11.mp3\">I want to be more involved at church.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2061\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2063\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=297",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I38/sentence/I38S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How would your mother describe you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How would your mother describe you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I38/sentence/I38S1.mp3\">How would your mother describe you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>You can use more personal words here because your mother knows you in a different way.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I38/sentence/I38S2.mp3\">I think my mother would say I'm very friendly because I had a lot of friends and that I'm very focused because I always finish what I start.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is showing two different types of characteristics. One is more personal and one is a good work trait. It also shows reasons by saying because... Overall, these types of questions are not that significant and a short answer that is good should be fine.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I38/sentence/I38S3.mp3\">Since I was the oldest out of three, I think my mother would describe me as responsible and someone who is looked to for answers.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I38/sentence/I38S4.mp3\">My mother told me I was always smart. When I was younger, she was surprised to see A's in my report card. After awhile, she would be surprised when I didn't receive an A.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=296\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=298\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=408",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/408-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Asking for Directions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/408-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you are looking for something, it is sometimes easier to ask for directions. When you do, you have to be able to listen to the directions given. In this lesson, we will study listening a little more so you can effectively understand a person giving you directions.<br><br>Here are some key words you have to remember. I suggest you drill these in your head because they are very commonly used when giving directions. There are many direction terminologies. I'll cover all the common phrases. You should be able to effectively give directions and receive directions after this lesson.<br><br><b>Asking for Directions</b><br><br>Most of the time, you should start by saying excuse me. The pronunciation for excuse me can be shortened. The shortened form sounds like 'scuse me.'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S1.mp3\">Excuse me. Do you know where the post office is?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S2.mp3\">Excuse me. Can you point me to the nearest gas station?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S3.mp3\">Excuse me. Can you give me quick directions to the movie theater?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S4.mp3\">Excuse me. Do you know how to get to the Shopping mall from here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S5.mp3\">Excuse me. How do I get to the freeway from here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S6.mp3\">Excuse me. I'm looking for Bank of America. I thought it was around here. Do you know where it is?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S7.mp3\">Excuse me. I'm looking for the post office. Do you know how to get there?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T15/sentence/T15S8.mp3\">Excuse me. What is the best way to get to Seattle?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you ask for directions, the person responding will usually give you quick directions. The next section is a list of common phrases used when giving directions. You should study them carefully so when someone gives you directions, you can understand them without having to say 'one more time.'<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=407\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=409\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=474",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/474-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Canceling a Meeting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/474-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are the meeting organizer, then there are times when you have to cancel a meeting. Here are some sentences you can use for this situation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B31/sentence/B31S1.mp3\">There are four people who will not be able to attend the meeting tomorrow. I am going to reschedule the meeting to a more convenient time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B31/sentence/B31S2.mp3\">The director asked that we postpone the finance meeting until the quarterly report comes out. So I'll send an update with the new date and time later this week.</a>\"</span><br><br>Some meetings are weekly meetings that occur at the same time. It is common that these meetings are canceled when there is nothing to talk about.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B31/sentence/B31S3.mp3\">There is nothing new to discuss this week, so we are going to cancel this week's agenda meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B31/sentence/B31S4.mp3\">I am running late this morning. Let's postpone the meeting until the afternoon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B31/sentence/B31S5.mp3\">I can't make it in tomorrow, so let's cancel this week's meeting. I'll email everyone if something new comes up.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=473\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=475\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=131",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #32         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is this dialog occurring?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At a restaurant<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Over the phone<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At the park<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At a movie theater<br><br>2. Why is one of the person scared?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Boyfriend is bothering her<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A stranger followed her into the store<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A movie she just watched was scary<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She had a nightmare<br><br>3. What is Tina going to do for her scared friend?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go over to her house and watch a comedy together<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Rent a DVD that is funny for Tina<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Keep talking to her until she is not scared anymore<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Have a party for her<br><br>4. What time of day is this dialog taking place?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the morning<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At lunch time<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In the afternoon<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In the evening<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcad\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Over the phone<br>2. A movie she just watched was scary<br>3. Go over to her house and watch a comedy together<br>4. In the evening         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hello?\"<br>B: \"Hey Tina. What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"I was just watching TV. What's going on with you?\"<br>B: \"I just watched a movie and I'm scared.\"<br>A: \"What did you watch?\"<br>B: \"I saw the Sixth Sense. I didn't know it was going to be so scary.\"<br>A: \"I remember that. It was a great movie. But it was definitely scary.\"<br>B: \"If you're not busy, do you want to come over? I'm afraid to be alone.\"<br>A: \"Sure. I can come over. What should we do?\"<br>B: \"How about if we watch a comedy. I need something to get my mind off the frightening images I have from the Sixth Sense.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll get ready and leave. I'll see you in about 20 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Hurry, ok. It's dark out.\"<br>A: \"Don't worry, nothings going to happen. I'll be there real soon.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you soon.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=130\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=132\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why are you applying for a job that you didn't major in?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why are you applying for a job that you didn't major in?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S1.mp3\">Why are you applying for a job that you didn't major in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S2.mp3\">Why didn't you pursue a career in your major?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>In the United States the statistics for a person changing career paths is very high. It's something like an average person will change careers five times. Changing jobs is one thing, but completely changing careers is a big move. So this question is not that significant. If everyone worked in the industry as their major, then this question is more important, but because everyone changes jobs frequently, it's no big deal. You just have to use this opportunity to show them how much you like the current industry you are in.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S3.mp3\">I majored in English because I liked to write. Because I didn't know exactly what I wanted to do, I majored in something I was very interested in. After working for a year on the marketing team, I realized that this is what I want to be doing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S4.mp3\">I majored in History, but during my senior year, I had an opportunity to work at an accounting firm. After seeing first hand at the work they were doing, I really wanted to become an accountant.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S5.mp3\">I was planning on going to Dental School so I majored in Biology. After working with computers, I realized how interesting and challenging it was. So I studied computers on the side because I wanted a career working with computers.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I39/sentence/I39S6.mp3\">I enjoyed majoring in psychology, but I didn't want to become a psychologist. I just found the subject to be very interesting. It also helped me to understand a wide variety of things. For my career, I wanted to be doing something I was good at and what I enjoyed doing. I had an opportunity to work at a smaller logistics company as an administrative assistant. During that time period they were short handed and I actually got to do some planning and organizing for one of the smaller clients. I didn't lead anything, but I realized how much I enjoyed the work. Ever since then, I've been studying up on planning, logistics, and business.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example does three things. It explains why this person is not going into a field related to their major, it is explaining why this person is going into logistics, and finally it is showing passion for the industry and a desire to learn. Since you are probably competing against people who majored in logistics, you need to make an impression with your answer. So you should definitely show enthusiasm here.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=297\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=299\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=577",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/577-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise Gym - Lifting Weights         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/577-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Popular types of exercising are conducted in the gym or health club. When I refer to a gym, I am implying a health club. Two common types of exercising in the gym are working out / lifting weights, or using machines such as treadmills, bicycle machines, step machines, etc. It's common for guys to get together and talk about lifting weights. Likewise, girls get together and discuss the best methods to lose weight. In this lesson, we are going to lay the ground work on talking about exercising in the gym.<br><br><b>Lifting weights</b><br><br>Professional weight lifters are called body builders. But since the number of body builders are not significant, we are going to concentrate more on regular weight lifting.<br><br>I don't lift weights, but when I see a friend who is noticeably bigger due to lifting weights, these are the types of things I say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L37/sentence/L37S1.mp3\">Have you been lifting?</a>\"</span><br><br>You do not need to say lifting weights. When you say lifting, it's understood that you are talking about weights.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L37/sentence/L37S2.mp3\">You got big man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L37/sentence/L37S3.mp3\">How long have you been lifting?</a>\"</span><br><br>Other terminologies for lifting weights are:<br><br>Pumping Iron<br>Pressing Iron<br>Pressing Weights<br>Working Out<br>Weight Training<br>Hitting the Gym<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=824\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=578\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2063",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2063-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you think about (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2063-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This question asks someone their opinion about a topic.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S1.mp3\">What do you think about having a cup of tea with me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S2.mp3\">What do you think about working overtime next week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S3.mp3\">What do you think about waiting in line for tickets?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S4.mp3\">What do you think about sailing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S5.mp3\">What do you think about staying here another night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S6.mp3\">What do you think about retiring from your job?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S7.mp3\">What do you think about planting new trees in the backyard?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S8.mp3\">What do you think about offering to babysit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S9.mp3\">What do you think about living in a new city?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E63/sentence/E063S10.mp3\">What do you think about filming our vacation?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2062\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2064\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=409",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/409-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Left Right and Around the Corner         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/409-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Take a Left/Right</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S1.mp3\">Take a left at the next light.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S2.mp3\">Take a right at the gas station.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S3.mp3\">When you get to Robson Street, take a left.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S4.mp3\">After you pass 7-11, take a right at the next light.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S5.mp3\">Take a left when you come to a stop sign.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Turn Left/Right</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S6.mp3\">Turn right on 112th.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S7.mp3\">Turn left after you pass McDonalds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S8.mp3\">When you see a church on your left hand side, turn right on the next street.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S9.mp3\">Turn left at the next street and immediately take another left.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Just/Right around the corner</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S10.mp3\">It's just right around the corner on the left side.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S11.mp3\">It's right around the corner from the Starbucks over there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T16/sentence/T16S12.mp3\">Go down the street, turn left on Williams Street, and it will be right around the corner from the gas station.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=408\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=410\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=475",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/475-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         During the Meeting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/475-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you have to talk in a meeting, there are three general reasons. You might have to ask a question, state your opinion, or you will have to ask for clarity on something you didn't understand. Let's see some of these sentences.<br><br><b>Raising a Question</b><br><br>Depending on the type of meeting, you might have to wait for the meeting to end before asking a question, you might have to raise your hand to ask a question, or you can simply ask a question any time. I'll give an example on each of these.<br><br>If you are in a type of meeting where you can ask a question at any time, then you can say this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S1.mp3\">I have a question. Why is marketing not handling the portion on end user analysis? They usually did this work in the past.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S2.mp3\">How will the new addition to our project affect the deadline that we have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S3.mp3\">Are we making sure to incorporate user feedback on the changes we are making?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Stating your Opinion</b><br><br>Basically, you can ask any questions, there is no specific way to do it. This is the same when you are talking about your opinion. Someone might ask what you think about the idea or situation. You will simply speak your answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S4.mp3\">I agree with Mark. The correct approach is to send out the tools to our partners before making it public to everyone.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S5.mp3\">In my opinion, I think we should introduce our new line of printers in August. Many companies get more funding at this time, and students are school shopping. Our target market will be more responsive to our ads during this time period.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S6.mp3\">I think we can go either way. I believe both solutions will take care of it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Asking for clarity</b><br><br>Asking for clarity is similar to asking a question. The only difference is that they already answered it and you don't understand. So you should state exactly what you don't know, or ask for clarity on a specific part of the question.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S7.mp3\">I didn't understand why we are going to be late. I thought we had everything planned out early. What were the reasons again?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S8.mp3\">Can you elaborate on how this process can help the sales department?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B32/sentence/B32S9.mp3\">Can you clarify the second step in your solution proposal? I don't understand why it is necessary.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=474\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=476\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=132",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #33         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is Mark doing right now?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Playing basketball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watching TV<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Studying for an exam<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Eating lunch<br><br>2. What day of the week is it?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Wednesday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Friday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Saturday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sunday<br><br>3. What are they planning on doing?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Planning to watch TV<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Planning to play basketball<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Planning on going to Starbucks<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Planning on shopping with their girlfriend<br><br>4. When are they going to meet?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Tomorrow after lunch<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In 30 minutes<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In 1 hour<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> On Sunday<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bccb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Watching TV<br>2. Saturday<br>3. Planning on going to Starbucks<br>4. In 30 minutes         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Mark. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Just watching some TV.\"<br>A: \"Anything interesting on?\"<br>B: \"Not really. Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN.\"<br>A: \"So I take it you're pretty bored too.\"<br>B: \"Just killing time until I find something to do. What are you up to?\"<br>A: \"It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing. What's wrong with us?\"<br>B: \"You wanna shoot some hoops?\"<br>A: \"I already tried to call up some of the guys, but they are all busy.\"<br>B: \"Where's your girlfriend? I thought you were going out with her today.\"<br>A: \"She's out shopping with her friends.\"<br>B: \"Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then.\"<br>A: \"Aright. Do you have any cigarettes?\"<br>B: \"I only have a couple left. Why don't you pick some up on the way.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you there in about 30 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Aright. See you there.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=131\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=133\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=578",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/578-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise Gym - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/578-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here are some questions you can ask.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S1.mp3\">Where do you work out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S2.mp3\">What club do you work out at?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S3.mp3\">When do you usually work out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S4.mp3\">How often do you work out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S5.mp3\">How many hours do you work out in a day?</a>\"</span><br><br>To ask how they work out or what their routine is, you can ask:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S6.mp3\">When you bench, how many reps and sets do you do?</a>\"</span><br><br>Reps are repetition. In weight lifting terminology, this means how many times they lift in one set.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S7.mp3\">Do you do low reps with heavy weights, or many reps with light weight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S8.mp3\">How many sets do you do when you work out your arms?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are the person being asked these questions, here are ways you can answer:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S9.mp3\">I work out at 24 Hour Fitness.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S10.mp3\">I work out at Bally's.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S11.mp3\">I work out at Samsung Health Club.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S12.mp3\">I started lifting weights about 2 years ago.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S13.mp3\">I have been lifting weights for about 2 years now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S14.mp3\">I just started 9 months ago.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S15.mp3\">I usually work out 2 hours a day 4 times a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S16.mp3\">I work out everyday for an hour.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S17.mp3\">I go to the gym 3 times a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S18.mp3\">I go in every other day.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S19.mp3\">I can bench press 220 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S20.mp3\">I squat 400 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S21.mp3\">I curl 90 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S22.mp3\">I'm trying to gain bulk so I'm doing low reps with heavy weights.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L38/sentence/L38S23.mp3\">I'm trying to get ripped, so I'm doing a lot of repetitions.</a>\"</span><br><br>Ripped means to get lines to show up in the muscles. It's called ripped because when you rip a piece of paper, you see a line in the paper where the tear is. So a person is ripped when you can see lines on his body due to muscles.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=577\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=579\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2064",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2064-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why don't we + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2064-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Don't' is a contraction of 'do not.' When using 'why' you are asking a question that involves yourself and the person you are talking to.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S1.mp3\">Why don't we go bowling tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S2.mp3\">Why don't we pick some fresh flowers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S3.mp3\">Why don't we play a game of chess?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S4.mp3\">Why don't we save more money?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S5.mp3\">Why don't we remember this place?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S6.mp3\">Why don't we test this before using it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S7.mp3\">Why don't we try and do it again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S8.mp3\">Why don't we post our results online?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S9.mp3\">Why don't we gather more firewood?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E64/sentence/E064S10.mp3\">Why don't we earn more money?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2063\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2065\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=299",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>During college, how did you spend your summer vacations?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         During college, how did you spend your summer vacations?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S1.mp3\">During college, how did you spend your summer vacations?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The best answer is to have spent your summer productively such as working as an intern. Even if you did only one intern, the interviewer will like that. The worst answer is to say you didn't do anything. Or say you worked in the supermarket to get some money so you can party at night. So think of something productive, and if you don't have an intern experience, you can say that you spent your summer learning something new.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S2.mp3\">My last two summers of college, I did an intern for a consulting firm. I gained experience working on office solutions for large companies.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S3.mp3\">I have a strong interest in traveling, so I used my summer to travel. I went to Europe, Australia, Brazil, and China.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S4.mp3\">Every summer, I took extra English classes. I also took some drawing classes because it's one of my hobbies. So I spent my summers learning more things.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I40/sentence/I40S5.mp3\">My first two summers, I had to work to save money for tuition. But after saving enough money, I had a free summer. I actually ended up taking some computer classes to prepare myself for the business world. These days it's a requirement to know computers, so I prepared for that.</a>\"</span><br><br>Although I said don't mention useless work, it is ok if it is for tuition. It shows financial responsibility. Finally, taking some computer classes for the summer is a great way to prepare for work life and it was a summer well spent. Make sure you have an answer that shows productivity.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=298\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=300\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=410",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/410-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Across Blocks and Miles         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/410-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Go for five blocks/After three blocks</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S1.mp3\">After you turn right, go for five blocks and turn left. It will be right around the corner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S2.mp3\">After three blocks, turn left. You will see it on your right hand side.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S3.mp3\">Go for four blocks and then turn right.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Across the street from/Directly across</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S4.mp3\">It's across the street from the library.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S5.mp3\">It's directly across from Taco Bell.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S6.mp3\">Go for three blocks, turn left at the next light. You'll see it across the street from McDonalds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S7.mp3\">Go down the street. You'll see it directly across from the gas station.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Go for 2 miles</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S8.mp3\">It's pretty far from here. Go on Washington Street for about 2 miles. You'll see it next to a school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S9.mp3\">Turn right at the stop sign and go straight for a couple of miles. At 112th turn left. You'll see it on your right hand side.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T17/sentence/T17S10.mp3\">Go straight on this street for about 3 miles. You'll see it next to Wendy's.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=409\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=411\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=476",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/476-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         After the Meeting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/476-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>It is common to talk about meetings afterwards. Sometimes it is to say how useless it was, or that you were bored, but there are times when someone might ask you for feedback. Other times, you might want feedback if you were the person holding the meeting. Let's cover these here.<br><br><b>Asking for Feedback</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S1.mp3\">What did you think about my presentation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S2.mp3\">Did you think the meeting went ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S3.mp3\">Can you provide feedback on the meeting we just had?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S4.mp3\">Did you find the meeting useful?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S5.mp3\">Did the meeting help to clarify the current situation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S6.mp3\">Is there any part of our discussion during the meeting that you are still unsure about?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Providing Feedback</b><br><br>Even if you think the meeting was boring and useless, you can't say that unless you are talking to a close friend. Many times in the office, you have to give a professional answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S7.mp3\">I thought the presentation went well. You provided great information and I think everyone was impressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S8.mp3\">The meeting went well. We covered a lot of information and made some important decisions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S9.mp3\">The whole presentation went pretty well, but next time I would recommend that you talk a little slower. When we were running out of time, you started speaking too fast and it was hard to keep up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S10.mp3\">Most of the time, our weekly meeting is pretty dull, but today was quite useful.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B33/sentence/B33S11.mp3\">I understand what is happening to our project now, but I'm still unclear about exactly who is affected by this change.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=475\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=477\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=133",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #34         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What does having a long face represent?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The face is not short<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The face is narrow but long<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Represents happiness<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Represents unhappiness<br><br>2. What happened at work that caused the long face?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He got a promotion<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A different person got a promotion<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He got a raise<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He lost his job<br><br>3. What topic are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Fun classes at school<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Being busy at work<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Stress from work<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Drinking and partying<br><br>4. What do they plan on drinking?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Coke<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Whiskey<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Beer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Water<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Represents unhappiness<br>2. A different person got a promotion<br>3. Stress from work<br>4. Beer         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Why the long face?\"<br>B: \"I'm getting sick of work man. I can't take the political bull in the company any more.\"<br>A: \"Did you just get your review or something?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but that's not why I am upset. I just found out another guy got a promotion. He doesn't know how to do anything. He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long.\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies.\"<br>A: \"Look on the bright side. At least you have a job.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I shouldn't stress about this anymore. It's not like I can do anything about it.\"<br>A: \"Exactly. Instead, we should have some drinks tonight.\"<br>B: \"How about a cold bottle of beer.\"<br>A: \"Now you're talking.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=132\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=200\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=726",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Anger - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What happened to your car?\"<br>B: \"A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car.\"<br>A: \"Are they going to pay you for the damages?\"<br>B: \"They're saying it was already there.\"<br>A: \"What the hell. That doesn't make sense. What are you going to do?\"<br>B: \"I have to go to court. A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. I'd be pissed if that happened to me.\"<br>B: I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars.\"<br>A: \"Oh my gosh. Damn... screw the court, I would burn down their store.\"<br>B: \"We'll see what happens after court.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/practice/L151P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Jack, what's wrong?\"<br>B: \"You!\"<br>A: \"What are you talking about? What did I do?\"<br>B: \"You told Martha that I was on a date? What was that all about?\"<br>A: \"No... that's not what I meant. I didn't mean that. She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara. I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends.\"<br>B: \"She started feeling suspicious after you said that.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry man. I didn't know. I didn't mean to screw anything up.\"<br>B: \"Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend. Now, I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you.\"<br>A: \"Look. I really didn't mean to, and next time I see Martha, I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends.\"<br>B: \"Don't bother.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=725\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=727\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=579",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/579-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Exercise Gym - Other Methods         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/579-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Other ways to work out in a health club</b><br><br>Many people lift weights in the health club, but many people also go to lose weight using machines such as the treadmill and bicycle machines.<br><br>Here are some things you can say in a conversation if you fall into this category.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S1.mp3\">When I go to the health club, I usually spend 30 minutes on the treadmill, 20 minutes on the bicycle, and finally 10 minutes on the step master.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S2.mp3\">There is no place to run in the city, so I have to do my running on the treadmill.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S3.mp3\">It always rains around here so I like to exercise in the gym.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S4.mp3\">I usually use the treadmill, but I try to work on the nautilus machines at least twice a week.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S5.mp3\">My wife exercises four times a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/sentence/L39S6.mp3\">My husband can't last 10 minutes on the step machine.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=578\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=580\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=300",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I41/sentence/I41S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What did you learn from your internship?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What did you learn from your internship?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I41/sentence/I41S1.mp3\">What did you learn from your internship?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you worked as an intern, your resume will say it. Your resume should also include a list of what you learned during your internship. You can answer this question repeating what was on the resume, but using full sentence and with more enthusiasm.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I41/sentence/I41S2.mp3\">In my final summer vacation, I had the opportunity to work as an intern for a public accounting firm. It was only for 3 months, but I learned a lot about performing quarterly tax services for small and medium size companies. I also learned to deal with time pressure and learned how to prioritize work to be more efficient. It was a great experience that I know will help me when I start my career.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=299\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=301\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=477",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/477-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/477-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S1.mp3\">I have to go. I have a meeting I'm late for.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S2.mp3\">I have to go to a meeting now. I'll talk to you later.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S3.mp3\">I forgot about my 1:00 meeting. I don't have much time for lunch.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S4.mp3\">I'll finish the feedback form after my meeting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S5.mp3\">I'll be in meetings all day today.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S6.mp3\">I have five meetings today, so I won't have time to help you with this now. Let's set up a time for tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S7.mp3\">The meeting went an hour over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S8.mp3\">The meeting was canceled.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S9.mp3\">The meeting started 15 minutes late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S10.mp3\">George didn't arrive to the meeting on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S11.mp3\">We finished late because John had problems with his computer during the presentation portion of the meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S12.mp3\">Are you going to the company meeting next week?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S13.mp3\">Can you set up a meeting for our brainstorm session?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S14.mp3\">My calendar looks pretty clear on Thursday. Set up a meeting for that day.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have a close friend in the office, then you can speak more candidly. Here are some general statements you can make about meetings. But be careful who you say them to.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S15.mp3\">I hate meetings. I think they are a waste of time. I'm an engineer, not a planner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S16.mp3\">I don't know why I have to go to those meetings. I never learn anything from them and I never say a thing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S17.mp3\">I can't believe our weekly meeting is at six o'clock in the morning. I hate waking up that early.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S18.mp3\">If I skip that meeting, I wonder if anyone will notice.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S19.mp3\">That meeting was hilarious. I can't believe the manager forgot John's name.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S20.mp3\">I get so sleepy at meetings.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S21.mp3\">I almost fell asleep during that meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B34/sentence/B34S22.mp3\">I had a hard time keeping myself from laughing. I saw you falling asleep during the meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=476\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=478\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=411",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/411-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Light and 'Y'         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/411-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>On the third light</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S1.mp3\">Go down this street, after you pass two stop lights, turn right on the third light. You'll see it right around the corner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S2.mp3\">Head down Madison Street and on the fourth light, turn left. You should see it immediately.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S3.mp3\">Turn right on Jackson. Keep going straight for three lights. When you see Burger King, turn left. It's right there.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>The 'Y'</b><br><br>A 'Y' is a street that turns into two. It's not really a left turn or a right turn, but the street is shaped like the letter 'Y'.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S4.mp3\">Keep going down this street. Stay on the left side when you reach the 'Y'. At the next light, turn right.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S5.mp3\">Take a left on Jackson. At the 'Y' go to the right. It will be on your left hand side about a mile down that street.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T18/sentence/T18S6.mp3\">Go for about three miles on this street. At the 'Y' go to the left. You'll see a blue house on your right. It's right after that house.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=410\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=412\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=200",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #01         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What type of movie is Forrest Gump?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Action<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Drama<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Suspense<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Comedy<br><br>2. Besides watching movies, what does this person like to do?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go shopping<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Swimming<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Drinking and partying<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Playing basketball<br><br>3. What does this person do for exercise?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Golf once a week<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball on the weekends<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Jogging twice a week<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> No exercising<br><br>4. What is the favorite thing this person likes to do?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Playing computer games<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Reading books<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Going shopping<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Playing pool<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"baca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Drama<br>2. Go shopping<br>3. Jogging twice a week<br>4. Playing computer games         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great.\"<br>A: \"What movies have you seen lately?\"<br>B: \"I saw Forrest Gump the other day.\"<br>A: \"What type of movie is that?\"<br>B: \"The movie type is drama.\"<br>A: \"I can't believe you are watching movies. The weather is great. You should be outside.\"<br>B: \"I hate the hot weather. I'd rather stay indoors with the air conditioner.\"<br>A: \"What else do you like to do besides watching movies?\"<br>B: \"I like to play computer games, read books, go shopping, and play pool.\"<br>A: \"Out of those what is your favorite?\"<br>B: \"My favorite is to play computer games.\"<br>A: \"What is your favorite computer game?\"<br>B: \"My favorite is Diablo. It used to be Star Craft, but it is getting a little old.\"<br>A: \"If you like to play so much, when do you ever exercise?\"<br>B: \"Although I hate to exercise, I go jogging at least twice a week.\"<br>A: \"That's pretty good. By the way, what are you doing next Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I am going to go to the bookstore.\"<br>A: \"I am having a party Saturday night at my house. If you have time, you should come.\"<br>B: \"That sounds like fun.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll see you on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=133\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=201\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2066",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2066-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You could have + (past participle)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2066-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Using 'could have' you are speaking about something that was, should be or would be. You are stating that they had other options that could have been chosen.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S1.mp3\">You could have completed it sooner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S2.mp3\">You could have blown your chance.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S3.mp3\">You could have done better on your exam.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S4.mp3\">You could have given me more time to get ready.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S5.mp3\">You could have heard that from someone else.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S6.mp3\">You could have sent that package first class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S7.mp3\">You could have slept in a little longer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S8.mp3\">You could have written him a letter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S9.mp3\">You could have thought of something to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E66/sentence/E066S10.mp3\">You could have upset her by saying that.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2065\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2067\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=412",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/412-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dead end and 'T'         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/412-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>The 'T'</b><br><br>A 'T' intersection is a three way intersection. You can either go left or right. The street is shaped like the letter 'T' so people call it a 'T'. Sometimes they don't call it a 'T'. Other names for a 'T' intersection you might hear are more descriptive. Here is a list.<br><br>'When the road ends...'<br>'When you can't go anymore...'<br>'Three way intersection...'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S1.mp3\">At the 'T' intersection, turn right. It is just around the corner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S2.mp3\">When you pass a gas station, you will come up to a 'T'. Take a left, and then an immediate right.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S3.mp3\">Go down this road until it ends. Turn left at the 'T' and you will see the gas station on your right.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Dead end</b><br><br>This isn't a direction terminology, but dead end is a road that has only one entrance. That means the only way out is the way you came in. All dead end streets will have a sign at the entrance with the word 'Dead end'.<br><br>If you are going to a location that is in a dead end, someone might use this word.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S4.mp3\">Turn right on 117th. It's a dead end. We are on the right hand side at the end of the street.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S5.mp3\">There are three places to turn right. The second one is a dead end so make sure you don't go in there.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T19/sentence/T19S6.mp3\">I live in a dead end street. It's nice because there isn't much traffic.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=411\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=413\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=580",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Exercise Gym - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What do you do besides work and watching TV?\"<br>B: \"When I have some time, I like to exercise.\"<br>A: \"Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club?\"<br>B: \"I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago.\"<br>A: \"How do you exercise?\"<br>B: \"I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the cardio, and then I lift weights for about 45 minutes.\"<br>A: \"How often do you go?\"<br>B: \"I want to go four times a week, but I'm too lazy. Last week, I only went to workout once.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jimmy. Let's go workout later today.\"<br>B: \"Sure. What time do you want to go?\"<br>A: \"How about at 3:30.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. Today we work on Legs and forearm.\"<br>A: \"Hey. I just played basketball earlier, so my legs are a little sore. Let's work out on arms and stomach today.\"<br>B: \"I'm on a weekly schedule. You're messing everything up.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. We're only switching two days. You can do legs on Friday.\"<br>B: \"Alright. I'll meet you at the gym at 3:30 then.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Damn Scott. You got big.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I've been working out a lot.\"<br>A: \"How long have you been lifting weights?\"<br>B: \"For a year and a half.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Last time I saw you, it was like 2 years ago.\"<br>B: \"Has it been that long?\"<br>A: \"How often do you go to the gym?\"<br>B: \"I usually go every other day for about 3 hours.\"<br>A: \"That's a lot.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I used to work out for an hour a day 4 times a week, and I saw no results. This is what you have to do to get noticeable results.\"<br>A: \"I don't think I have the discipline for that.\"<br>B: \"Just think of it as a hobby. Then it's actually fun.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=579\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=581\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=478",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/478-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Phone Call         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/478-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking on the phone is very common in the office. You will be in a situation where you have to call someone, receive a phone call, leave a message, return a call, and a variety of other tasks. We will use this lesson to cover all the details about making and receiving phone calls.<br><br>Receiving a call is probably the easiest.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S1.mp3\">Hello, this is Mike.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S2.mp3\">Microsoft, this is Steve.</a>\"</span><br><br>Calling someone is a little more difficult. You should state your name, where you are from, what you are calling for, and the question. Let's give it a try through an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S3.mp3\">Hi Mary, this is Michael Johnson from ABC Consulting. I am reviewing the financial data for the payroll project. I will need the 2002 fiscal report to complete this task. Do you know where I can get a copy?</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is very clear, organized, and concise. It first explains who the person is, what they are doing, and what they need. If you need to call someone to obtain information, you can use this type of sentence.<br><br>Let's try one more, but this time, you are asking for help.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S4.mp3\">Hi Bob. This is Steven from ABC Company. I'm calling in regards to the data entry program you created. I'm having trouble locating where the connection is made to the server. Can you help me with this?</a>\"</span><br><br>Similarly, this phone call starts with an introduction of the person, a quick sentence on what the call is regarding, and a short description on what this person needs. If you are in this situation, use this process and write it down so you can say what you need smoothly. After you become familiar with it, you will not need to write it down anymore and you should be able to say it fluently.<br><br>If you have questions and a consultant or another business employee is visiting your company, then asking a question to them is very similar to asking a question to anyone else.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S5.mp3\">Hi Bob. I'm George. I'm the technical writer for this project. I had a question regarding the installation process. If you have a minute, can you show me the installation process? I'm having problems on the confirmation section.</a>\"</span><br><br>Usually, when a person is visiting your company, then it is polite to tell them your position so they can understand what type of help you will need. In the previous example, we used the same process of asking for help with an introduction, telling them what it is regarding, and what the problem or question is.<br><br><b>Verifying Information</b><br><br>Sometimes you have to verify an order, or double check a figure. If you have the information and you just want to verify that it is accurate, then you can use these types of sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S6.mp3\">Hi Debra, I'm analyzing the log files and noticed entry 14 was negative 42. Can you confirm if this is accurate?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S7.mp3\">I see that our April 2003 revenue was 1.2 million dollars. Can you double check that this figure is accurate?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B35/sentence/B35S8.mp3\">I am going to meet with the CFO in an hour. Can you look through this report and double check my findings? It should only take you 20 minutes or so.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=477\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=479\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=301",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I42/sentence/I42S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Did you do any internships?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Did you do any internships?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I42/sentence/I42S1.mp3\">Did you do any internships?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>You should be asked this question if your resume doesn't have any internship experience, or if they didn't look at your resume. If you do have internship experience, then you can answer, that you do and say the same answer as the one provided with the question, what did you learn from your internship. But if you don't, you can simply answer that you didn't do any internship but give a good excuse.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I42/sentence/I42S2.mp3\">Yes. I did two internships. The first internship was for Johnson and Johnson. I worked in the distribution team, and my second internship was for Starbucks. At Starbucks, I had the opportunity to work on overseas venture.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I42/sentence/I42S3.mp3\">I did one internship for IBM. I was on the development team creating applications for business solutions.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I42/sentence/I42S4.mp3\">I love to travel and I realized that when I start my career, I won't be able to travel for long durations. So I used my summers to travel a lot. I spent one summer in Europe for 2 months. I spent another summer traveling between China and some South East Asian countries, and finally, I took a road trip through the United States.</a>\"</span><br><br>Traveling is not a bad answer. It is not as good as doing an internship, but definitely better than nothing. It is definitely not a wasted summer. Also, if the internship was useless and generic, then the interviewer will not remember this answer as a good answer. So it didn't do any good. In this case, traveling could be better because the example I gave is significant and interesting. Something different always stands out more.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=300\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=302\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=201",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #02         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What are Steve and Mike planning on doing today?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Nothing<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watch a movie<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Play pool<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Drink beer<br><br>2. What does Steve have to do later today?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Study for exams<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watch a television show<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Meet parents for dinner<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to a party<br><br>3. What will the weather be like tomorrow?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Same as today<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Clear and Sunny<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Neither A or B<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both A and B<br><br>4. What are they planning to do tomorrow?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Watch a movie after lunch<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Lunch together then watch a concert at 1pm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Eat dinner together<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to a party at eleven thirty at night<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"acdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Nothing<br>2. Meet parents for dinner<br>3. Both A and B<br>4. Watch a concert at 1pm         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hello?\"<br>B: \"Hi Steve. This is Mike. What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"Oh, hi. I was just watching TV.\"<br>B: \"There's nothing to watch right now.\"<br>A: \"I know. I was watching a re-run. I have nothing to do and I was bored.\"<br>B: \"Me too. Let's get together and do something.\"<br>A: \"I'd like to, but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner. How about tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Let's plan something tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"I think it is going to be the same as today. Clear and sunny.\"<br>A: \"That's great. We can do something outdoors then.\"<br>B: \"Are there any special events going on tomorrow?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Oh yeah. I heard about that too. Let's go check it out.\"<br>A: \"Do you know what time it starts?\"<br>B: \"It starts at one PM.\"<br>A: \"Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards, we can head over there.\"<br>B: \"Perfect. I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=200\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=202\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2067",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2067-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If I were you, I would + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2067-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are giving an example of what decision YOU would do given the circumstances. This can be in past tense or in a conditional present.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S1.mp3\">If I were you, I would enjoy my vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S2.mp3\">If I were you, I would explain what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S3.mp3\">If I were you, I would continue working until it is done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S4.mp3\">If I were you, I would book my reservations now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S5.mp3\">If I were you, I would answer the question.</a>\"</span><br><br>By adding 'have' after the word 'would' you are talking about something in the past tense.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S6.mp3\">If I were you, I would have enjoyed my vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S7.mp3\">If I were you, I would have explained what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S8.mp3\">If I were you, I would have continued working until it was done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S9.mp3\">If I were you, I would have booked my reservations now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E67/sentence/E067S10.mp3\">If I were you, I would have answered the question.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2066\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2068\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=581",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/581-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Intro and General Things Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/581-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This review section is going to incorporate every lesson we had so far.<br><br>We are not learning anything new here, but the sentences and topics will be selected randomly from previous lessons. If you feel you have done poorly after the first grouping of questions, please stop and go through the lessons you failed to answer. The only way you will completely master English is through persistence, hard work, and repetition. You are judging yourself, so be honest. The rule of thumb is that if you cannot answer a question relatively quickly, you need more practice.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=580\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=583\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=302",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you could learn something such as a new skill, what would it be?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you could learn something such as a new skill, what would it be?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S1.mp3\">If you could learn something such as a new skill, what would it be?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S2.mp3\">What's the next thing you want to learn?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another type of question that has no wrong or right answer. That means you need to make your answer a little more creative so it stands out.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S3.mp3\">I would love to learn more about auditing. As a tax accountant, I primarily work on tax. But I like all aspects of accounting and I think auditing would be very interesting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S4.mp3\">The next thing I want to learn is how to make web pages. I think this skill can be used anywhere. If I want a personal web site, I would make it myself. And if my group at work needed an internal web site to organize activities, I would be able to make one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S5.mp3\">I want to learn the different ways to market globally. In my marketing team, I learned everything about marketing on a local level, but I would really love to learn about marketing to different countries.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I43/sentence/I43S6.mp3\">I use the computer on a daily basis and know how to use everything I need to be good at my job. But sometimes something goes wrong with the computer for no reason at all. Because I'm not a computer engineer, I have no idea what's going on. Basically, I have to wait for a technician to fix it. During these times, I want to kick the computer out of frustration. Mostly, it ends up being a problem I could have fixed if I new the details of how a computer works. So even though it's not in my job description, I want to know how to fix computers at a basic level.</a>\"</span><br><br>I heard from many people who don't know computers that well that they get frustrated with them. So wanting to kick the computer is understandable and it is a little humorous. Wanting to learn a little more about the computer is always good and it would definitely help out with future work by not having to wait for a technician.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=301\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=303\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=413",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/413-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Freeway Explanation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/413-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>America uses a freeway system. Freeways pass through all major cities and are used very frequently. If the distance is far, you probably will have to take the freeway. To give directions referring to the freeway, you use North, South, East, or West. Other ways you might hear are Northbound, Southbound, Westbound, or Eastbound.<br><br>Most freeways also have exit numbers. In many states, the numbers start at one from the beginning of the state border and increases by one every mile. If someone says you should take exit 178, you should stay on the road until you see exit 178. Each exit is clearly marked so you don't have to worry about missing it.<br><br>You will know you are going the wrong direction if the numbers are going in the wrong direction. For example, if you need to take exit 150, and the first exit number is 151, and the next one is 152, and the next one is 153, then you know you should turn around because the numbers are getting larger.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=412\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=414\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=479",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/479-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Telling person you will call them back         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/479-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you receive a question from a client or customer that you do not know, you can either tell them that you will find the answer for them, or tell them to call someone else. Let's learn how to do these things professionally.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B36/sentence/B36S1.mp3\">I don't have the answer right off hand. I'll need to find that information for you. Will it be ok if I call you back in about 30 minutes?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B36/sentence/B36S2.mp3\">I believe I can find that information for you. It might take 10 minutes or so. Can I call you back with the information?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B36/sentence/B36S3.mp3\">I'm not sure about the answer. I'll find the information and call you right back. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B36/sentence/B36S4.mp3\">I'm not sure about this one. Let me ask my manager. Can you please hold?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=478\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=480\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=202",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #03         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What type of exercising are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Sporting activities<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Working out<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Running and jogging<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Golfing<br><br>2. What was the reaction of one person seeing his friend?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Embarrased<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Excited<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Surprised<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sad<br><br>3. How long has it been since they have seen each other?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A month<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A couple of months<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Six months<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> One year<br><br>4. When will they see each other again?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A month later<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In a couple of days<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Not planned<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Next time they run into each other like this time<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcbb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Working out<br>2. Surprised<br>3. A couple of months<br>4. In a couple of days         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Steve. Is that you?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. What's going on?\"<br>A: \"Not much. What a surprise to see you here.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's been a couple of months since I saw you.\"<br>A: \"What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"I just started working out.\"<br>A: \"Really? Where do you work out at?\"<br>B: \"I joined the Samsung Health Club last month.\"<br>A: \"What do you mostly do during your workout?\"<br>B: \"I concentrate mostly on my legs, chest, arms and stomach.\"<br>A: \"I should start exercising more.\"<br>B: \"It's hard work while exercising, but it is a great feeling when I get done.\"<br>A: \"I have a running machine at home. I used to use it, but I already got sick of it.\"<br>B: \"Exercising at home is hard. The environment is not suited for exercising.\"<br>A: \"If I want to exercise, I will need to join a gym.\"<br>B: \"I have a couple of guest passes. You want to check out my health club.\"<br>A: \"That's a good idea. Let's go over the weekend.\"<br>B: \"Great. I'll call you Saturday morning.\"<br>A: \"Aright. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Bye.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=201\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=203\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2068",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2068-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's gonna be + (adjective)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2068-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You're informing someone what something is going to be like. This could be something you are going to do, see or feel.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S1.mp3\">It's going to be delicious.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S2.mp3\">It's gonna be easy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S3.mp3\">It's gonna be depressing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S4.mp3\">It's going to be exciting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S5.mp3\">It's going to be disgusting.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also add 'he or she' or a person's name to describe how they might react to something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S6.mp3\">He is going to be tough to deal with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S7.mp3\">He is going to be terrific at that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S8.mp3\">She is going to be relieved to hear that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S9.mp3\">She is going to be scared after watching that movie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S10.mp3\">Sally is going to be successful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E68/sentence/E068S11.mp3\">Mike is going to be grumpy after I tell him.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2067\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2069\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=583",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      General Things Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great.\"<br>A: \"What movies have you seen lately?\"<br>B: \"I saw Forrest Gump the other day.\"<br>A: \"What type of movie is that?\"<br>B: \"The movie type is drama.\"<br>A: \"I can't believe you are watching movies. The weather is great. You should be outside.\"<br>B: \"I hate the hot weather. I'd rather stay indoors with the air conditioner.\"<br>A: \"What else do you like to do besides watching movies?\"<br>B: \"I like to play computer games, read books, go shopping, and play pool.\"<br>A: \"Out of those what is your favorite?\"<br>B: \"My favorite is to play computer games.\"<br>A: \"What is your favorite computer game?\"<br>B: \"My favorite is Diablo. It used to be Star Craft, but it is getting a little old.\"<br>A: \"If you like to play so much, when do you ever exercise?\"<br>B: \"Although I hate to exercise, I go jogging at least twice a week.\"<br>A: \"That's pretty good. By the way, what are you doing next Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I am going to go to the bookstore.\"<br>A: \"I am having a party Saturday night at my house. If you have time, you should come.\"<br>B: \"That sounds like fun.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll see you on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello?\"<br>B: \"Hi Steve. This is Mike. What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"Oh, hi. I was just watching TV.\"<br>B: \"There's nothing to watch right now.\"<br>A: \"I know. I was watching a re-run. I have nothing to do and I was bored.\"<br>B: \"Me too. Let's get together and do something.\"<br>A: \"I'd like to, but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner. How about tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Let's plan something tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"I think it is going to be the same as today. Clear and sunny.\"<br>A: \"That's great. We can do something outdoors then.\"<br>B: \"Are there any special events going on tomorrow?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Oh yeah. I heard about that too. Let's go check it out.\"<br>A: \"Do you know what time it starts?\"<br>B: \"It starts at one PM.\"<br>A: \"Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards, we can head over there.\"<br>B: \"Perfect. I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Steve. Is that you?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. What's going on?\"<br>A: \"Not much. What a surprise to see you here.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's been a couple of months since I saw you.\"<br>A: \"What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"I just started working out.\"<br>A: \"Really? Where do you work out at?\"<br>B: \"I joined the Samsung Health Club last month.\"<br>A: \"What do you mostly do during your workout?\"<br>B: \"I concentrate mostly on my legs, chest, arms and stomach.\"<br>A: \"I should start exercising more.\"<br>B: \"It's hard work while exercising, but it is a great feeling when I get done.\"<br>A: \"I have a running machine at home. I used to use it, but I already got sick of it.\"<br>B: \"Exercising at home is hard. The environment is not suited for exercising.\"<br>A: \"If I want to exercise, I will need to join a gym.\"<br>B: \"I have a couple of guest passes. You want to check out my health club.\"<br>A: \"That's a good idea. Let's go over the weekend.\"<br>B: \"Great. I'll call you Saturday morning.\"<br>A: \"Alright. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Bye.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"The weather is terrible.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.\"<br>A: \"I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.\"<br>B: \"Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?\"<br>A: \"I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.\"<br>B: \"That sucks so much. What are we going to do?\"<br>A: \"I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain.\"<br>B: \"I'm with you. What do you have in mind?\"<br>A: \"I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. They have a movie theater there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll stop by your place now.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=581\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=584\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=303",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I44/sentence/I44S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you could start your career over again, what would you do differently?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you could start your career over again, what would you do differently?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I44/sentence/I44S1.mp3\">If you could start your career over again, what would you do differently?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This depends on several factors. If your university major is different than your career choice, then you could answer that you would choose a different major to prepare you for your choice in career. Or if you started at a small company and didn't have many opportunities, you can say that you would have started at a larger company. This is not a significant question so a regular answer should suffice.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I44/sentence/I44S2.mp3\">I started my career at a small company. I feel I would have benefited more if I started at a larger company. A large company usually provides training that I didn't receive, so I would like to have started my career in a larger company.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I44/sentence/I44S3.mp3\">I didn't know how much I liked working with computers until I finished college. If I had known earlier, I would have liked to have worked with computers earlier in my career.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I44/sentence/I44S4.mp3\">Well, I majored in chemistry and now I'm working in the marketing department for a telecommunications company. I had a lot to learn in the beginning, but I quickly learned what I needed to know to be an effective member of the marketing team. However, I always felt that if I majored in business or marketing, I would have started off with a better foundation. I'm great at what I do, but if I could start over again, I would probably choose to have majored in business administration.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is an acceptable answer because the answer doesn't display any problems in the work history. Many people change careers or go into a field that is unrelated to their major. This is common, so answering this question using this answer is common. If you don't want to use this common answer, then thinking about a scenario early in your work career that you would have done differently might be more effective.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=302\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=304\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=414",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/414-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Regular Practice         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/414-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>For this practice session, there will be one question with a long direction. You shouldn't read the text while listening. Instead, listen to the audio, and then without looking, try to write them down. See if you can understand on the first attempt. Here are several questions and answers for practice.<br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S1.mp3\">Excuse me. I'm looking for a supermarket. Do you know where the closest one is?</a>\"</span><br><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S2.mp3\">Yes. It is a couple miles away. What you want to do is go down this street for about a mile. At 112th street, turn left. Stay on 112th until you pass three lights. You should see 56th street. Turn right and you will see the supermarket just around the corner.</a>\"</span><br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S3.mp3\">Excuse me. Do you know where Starbucks is located?</a>\"</span><br><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S4.mp3\">Yes. Go down this street. When you reach a 'T', turn right. At the next stop sign, turn left. You'll see a gas station on your left. Starbucks is directly across the street.</a>\"</span><br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S5.mp3\">Excuse me. I'm looking for Best Western. Wasn't there one around here?</a>\"</span><br><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S6.mp3\">Yeah. Let me think... the best way to get there is by turning right at the next street. Immediately take another right on the next street. Go for about 2 miles. When you see Greenwood Avenue, turn left. Head down Greenwood for about 3 miles. I believe it will be on your left hand side. If you pass a school, that means you went too far.</a>\"</span><br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S7.mp3\">Excuse me. How do I get to the airport from here?\"</a></span><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T21/sentence/T21S8.mp3\">Turn around and you'll see an entrance to the freeway. Go south. You'll have to go for about 15 miles. You should see airport signs, but just in case, it is exit number 154. Turn right off the ramp and it will be straight ahead.\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=413\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=415\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=627",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/627-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Body Parts - Leg and Head Area         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/627-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>The leg area</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S1.mp3\">I went jogging yesterday so my legs are all sore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S2.mp3\">Your legs will be very sore after you go skiing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S3.mp3\">I hate it when I get cramps.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S4.mp3\">I usually get cramps on my calf.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S5.mp3\">I banged my toe against the coffee table.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S6.mp3\">These shoes hurt my feet a lot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S7.mp3\">I got a bruise on my thigh after he gave me a charley horse.</a>\"</span><br><br>Charley horse is most widely used to describe as stiffness or a muscle ache of the upper leg after being hit. So if I hit someone in the thigh, then that is called giving someone a Charley horse.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S8.mp3\">I banged my knee against the door and it hurts.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S9.mp3\">I got this scar on my knee when I was little.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S10.mp3\">Twisting your knee is so painful.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S11.mp3\">I broke my ankle playing volleyball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S12.mp3\">My ankle was swollen after I sprained it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S13.mp3\">I like shoes that support my ankles.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>The head area</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S14.mp3\">My ears are so cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S15.mp3\">My nose turns red when I'm cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S16.mp3\">I always get a runny nose during the winter time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S17.mp3\">I get a runny nose during allergy season.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S18.mp3\">Your whole face is turning red.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S19.mp3\">I usually turn red when I drink alcohol.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S20.mp3\">Don't pick your nose.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S21.mp3\">My eyes are itchy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S22.mp3\">I have a cold sore on my lips.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S23.mp3\">I have a canker sore in my mouth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S24.mp3\">I hit my head on the desk after picking up a pen.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S25.mp3\">How did you get a black eye?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S26.mp3\">What happened to your face?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S27.mp3\">How did you get that cut on your cheek?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S28.mp3\">Did you have acne problems when you were young?</a>\"</span><br><br>Acne is another terminology for pimples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S29.mp3\">I used to get a lot of pimples when I was young.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S30.mp3\">My mouth always waters when I smell steak.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L73/sentence/L73S31.mp3\">I got my ear pierced yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=626\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=628\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=203",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #04         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In a high school cafeteria<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In a university classroom<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In front of a building<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In a department store<br><br>2. What grade is Jessica in?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Freshman<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Sophomore<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Junior<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Senior<br><br>3. Where is the new student from?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> From Japan<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> From China<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> From Korea<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> From Hong Kong<br><br>4. Why did Jessica go to Japan?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> For a school exchange program<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> For a family vacation<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To learn Japanese<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> For her father's business trip<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbcb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. In a university classroom<br>2. Sophomore<br>3. From Korea<br>4. For a family vacation         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. What's your name?\"<br>B: \"My name is Jung Min. What's your name?\"<br>A: \"My name is Jessica. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>B: \"Yes. It's nice to meet you too. Are you a new student too?\"<br>A: \"No. I'm a sophomore. I take it you are a new student?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's pretty exciting to be here.\"<br>A: \"Have fun while it lasts. The excitement wears off real quick. Especially after you see how much homework you get. Where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Korea. My parents wanted me to go to an American university, so I came here.\"<br>A: \"I have never been to Korea. I've been to Japan before, but never Korea.\"<br>B: \"Why were you in Japan?\"<br>A: \"My father thought it would be a good experience to take a vacation to a different country. He's so into learning about different cultures.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty cool.\"<br>A: \"I thought it would have been more fun if I went without my parents.\"<br>B: \"Well, if you ever want to visit Korea, I would be happy to show you around.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for the offer. I'll keep that in mind. Oh, the professor is coming. We'll talk more after class.\"<br>B: \"Ok.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=202\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=204\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2069",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2069-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It looks like + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2069-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You could be describing how something is similar or appears to be by the way it looks.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S1.mp3\">It looks like a balloon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S2.mp3\">It looks like a jellyfish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S3.mp3\">It looks like a banana.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S4.mp3\">It looks like a fish.</a>\"</span><br>You can also use 'it looks like' to describe something that might be in the future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S5.mp3\">It looks like it's going to rain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S6.mp3\">It looks like it's going to be fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S7.mp3\">It looks like it's going to be a long day.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also use it to describe something in the present tense.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S8.mp3\">It looks like they are leaving.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S9.mp3\">It looks like he is waving to us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S10.mp3\">It looks like she is lost.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E69/sentence/E069S11.mp3\">It looks like they are racing.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2068\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2070\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=481",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/481-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Leaving Messages         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/481-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you call someone and they are not there, you have to leave a message on their voice mail. Remember to state your name, your company, and what the phone call is regarding. Then leave your phone number even though you think they have it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S1.mp3\">Hi Mary, this is Josh from ABC Company. I have some questions regarding the financial data you sent me yesterday. Can you give me a call back when you have time? My number is 555-123-4567. Thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S2.mp3\">Hi Jack, this is Julie from Consult R Us. I am missing a couple pages on the document you sent me. Can you call me when you are free? My number again is 555-321-7654. Thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br>In some cases, you will receive a phone message like this. If you have to call them back and they are not there also, you can leave a message saying, you are returning their call. Here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S3.mp3\">Hi Josh, this is Mary and I am returning your call. I'll be in the office for the next three hours, so feel free to call me back any time. Just in case, my number is 555-234-5678.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S4.mp3\">Hi Julie, this is Jack. I double checked the documents I sent you and I am not sure what pages you are missing. I might not be at my desk, so feel free to call me on my cell phone. The number is 227-1000. Hope to hear from you soon so we can straighten this out.</a>\"</span><br><br>On another occasion, you might call someone and they might not call you back. In this case, it is polite to call them again. This is how you can leave a second message.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S5.mp3\">Hi Mary, this is Josh again from ABC Company. I'm not sure if you got my first message so I am leaving one more. I have some questions regarding the financial data you sent me several days ago. Can you call me at 555-123-4567 when you get a chance? Thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br>If the company does not have voice mail, you can leave a message with the secretary. After asking for the person you are looking for, if they say they are not in, then leave a message with them.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B38/sentence/B38S6.mp3\">Can you have Julie return my call? This is Jack, and my number is 555-123-4567.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=480\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=482\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=415",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/415-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fast Food         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/415-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many types of restaurant. In this lesson, we will cover what you need to say in fast food restaurants, regular sit down restaurants, and luxury fine dining restaurants.<br><br>Fast Food<br><br>McDonald's is a popular restaurant, so I will use McDonald's as an example. The only thing you do when you go to a fast food restaurant is to go to the counter and order your food, then pay for it. That's all. Let's go through some quick sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S1.mp3\">Welcome to McDonald's. May I take your order?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S2.mp3\">I'll take a Big Mac and a small coke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S3.mp3\">One Big Mac and one small coke. Will that be all?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S4.mp3\">Yes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S5.mp3\">Will that be for here or to go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S6.mp3\">For here please.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S7.mp3\">The total comes to $3.87.</a>\"</span><br><br>A common mistake is to answer yes or no when you don't know the answer. I heard of many stories when the cashier asks, 'for here or to go', and the person says, 'yes'. It is simple to avoid this mistake by studying and being prepared.<br><br>In most fastfood restaurants, it is even easier to order. They have value meals and you just have to say a number.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S8.mp3\">I'll take number 2.</a>\"</span><br><br>But the difference is that there are sizes.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S9.mp3\">Would you like medium, large, or super size?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T22/sentence/T22S10.mp3\">Medium please.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=414\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=416\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=304",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>During your performance reviews, what criticism do you hear the most?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         During your performance reviews, what criticism do you hear the most?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S1.mp3\">During your performance reviews, what criticism do you hear the most?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is primarily for people with work experience. If you are fresh out of college, then you will not be asked this question. The answer to this question should not disclose any real faults. Instead, try to think of something that doesn't sound too bad. Here is what I hear at my reviews and this is how I would answer this question.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S2.mp3\">I heard that I need to be proactive. I always perform at an exceptional level, but I didn't volunteer for additional work. I wasn't accustomed to it so I'm glad that I received this criticism. I now practice keeping an eye out for additional projects I can take on.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S3.mp3\">During my review, my manager told me to voice my opinions more frequently. He always liked my suggestions when I told him, but in group meetings, I usually let my manager speak. Now, I feel more confident that I can suggest my ideas in groups.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S4.mp3\">My manager told me that I should send more updates. He told me I did my projects well, and that I was never late, but he would like more updates so he can report to his manager.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I45/sentence/I45S5.mp3\">I actually like to receive criticism because it gives me information on how to improve. But the most common criticism I hear is hard to correct because I disagree with the comment. I'm told that I should be more visible. I'm told that I do great work and I do a lot of extra work, but in a large organization, it's important to visibly stand out. I'm not a person who likes to be secluded in the office. I like to go out and collaborate, I like to work with people, and I email my co-workers with valuable information that will help with their job, so I can't say I agree, but I always try to be more visible.</a>\"</span><br><br>This criticism is actually a common comment used by managers if they can't give you a good review score but have nothing bad to say about you. In large organizations, you are measured against your peers. That means if you do well, you might get a bad review score because everyone did better. Likewise, if you are just mediocre and everyone else is terrible, you will get a good review score. Because of this system, I'm regularly told to be more visible. So when I answer this question, I make sure to back up my disagreement with examples of being visible.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=303\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=305\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=204",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #05         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. When does John register for classes?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He already registered last Friday<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He will register this Friday<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He doesn't need to register because he is graduating<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't know when he will register<br><br>2. Why is their a problem registering for the communications class?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because it is very popular and becomes full early<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because nobody registers for the class and it becomes canceled due to lack of students<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because the university doesn't have a professor for that class yet<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>3. In this dialog, what does the class English 201 concentrate on?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Thesis<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Reading and Comprehension<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Writing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Non fiction books<br><br>4. Why did the student get a lower grade in English 201 versus English 101?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because English 101 was easier<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he didn't study as much<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because the class was much harder<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because he was partying too much<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bacb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He will register this Friday<br>2. Because it is very popular and becomes full early<br>3. Writing<br>4. Because he didn't study as much         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey John, did you register for classes yet?\"<br>B: \"I register this Friday.\"<br>A: \"What classes do you plan on taking?\"<br>B: \"I really want to take the communication class, but I don't know if it will be available.\"<br>A: \"Is that class really that popular?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I tried to get in last semester, but it was full by the time I registered.\"<br>A: \"What other classes are you going to take?\"<br>B: \"I still need to take English 201, but I really don't like writing.\"<br>A: \"I took that class already. There is a lot of writing, but it's not that bad.\"<br>B: \"Oh really? Who was the instructor? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from.\"<br>A: \"I had Professor Mahoney.\"<br>B: \"Is he an easy grader?\"<br>A: \"I'm not sure if he is or not, but I thought he was definitely fair.\"<br>B: \"Do you mind if I ask you what you got?\"<br>A: \"Not at all. I got a 3.8.\"<br>B: \"Well, what did you get in English 101 last year?\"<br>A: \"I got a 4.0 in that class.\"<br>B: \"Well, I can't compare to you. I got a 3.1 in English 101. That means if you got a lower grade in English 201, it must be harder.\"<br>A: \"It's not what it appears. I actually tried harder in the 101 class. If I put as much effort into the 201 class, I would have received the same grade.\"<br>B: \"Oh. That helps. Thanks.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=203\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=205\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2070",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2070-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         That's why + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2070-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'That's' is short for 'that is.' Here you are telling someone 'because of this' or 'therefore.'<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S1.mp3\">That's why people admire you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S2.mp3\">That's why she appears so happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S3.mp3\">That's why babies crawl before they can walk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S4.mp3\">That's why Pam cries at sad movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S5.mp3\">That's why you fail to understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S6.mp3\">That is why you help out people in need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S7.mp3\">That is why you try and include everyone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S8.mp3\">That is why you lock your doors when you leave home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S9.mp3\">That is why she smiles when you walk by.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E70/sentence/E070S10.mp3\">That is why you use it for emergencies.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2069\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2071\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=416",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/416-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Regular Restaurant Ordering         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/416-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you sit down to eat at a restaurant remember to leave a tip. The average you should leave is 15 percent.<br><br>After you are seated, the first thing they ask is if you want something to drink.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S1.mp3\">Can I get you a drink?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S2.mp3\">Can I get a drink for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S3.mp3\">Would you like to order a drink now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S4.mp3\">Can I get a drink started for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S5.mp3\">What would you like to drink?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S6.mp3\">I'll take a coke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S7.mp3\">I'll have an orange juice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S8.mp3\">Water will be fine.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S9.mp3\">Can I have a glass of water?</a>\"</span><br><br>After they bring out your drinks, they will take your order. The reason they do this is because most people know what they want to drink, but want a few minutes to decide what to eat.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S10.mp3\">May I take your order?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S11.mp3\">What would you like to order?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S12.mp3\">Are you ready to order?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S13.mp3\">What would you like today?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you need more time, you can simply say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S14.mp3\">Can I have a couple more minutes?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you are ready to order, just read off what you want.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S15.mp3\">I'll take the Salisbury steak with hash browns.</a>\"</span><br><br>Depending on what you order, they will have side options they will ask you about. Listen carefully to your choices and choose one. You should prepare yourself by reading the menu carefully. It should indicate what your options are.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T23/sentence/T23S16.mp3\">Would you like toast, a muffin, or a cornbread?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=415\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=417\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=482",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/482-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sending and receiving information         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/482-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>While you are working, you will need to send information back and forth to business partners or to clients and customers. Since email is covered in its own separate section, let's work on sending packages through the mail and the fax machine.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S1.mp3\">Hi Jack, I have the final documents requiring your signature. I will have them delivered to you by tomorrow. If you can sign them and return them, we can submit the documents by Friday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S2.mp3\">Hi Ruth, I have the escrow papers ready for review. Should I mail them to you, or can I fax them?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S3.mp3\">Do you have a fax machine?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S4.mp3\">Can I have your fax number?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S5.mp3\">When you finish the final review, can you fax over the documents. Our fax number is 555-345-6789.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S6.mp3\">I have a package that I am going to send out. I will Fed-Ex it to you tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br>Fed-Ex is a short way of saying Federal Express. It is a delivery company that ships immediately. A lot of businesses in the States use this method of shipping things, so it became common to say, 'Fed-Ex it.'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S7.mp3\">I believe I have your fax number. Is it 555-234-5678?</a>\"</span><br><br>If a person said they will send information, you might have to call them to check on the status if you haven't received it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S8.mp3\">Hi Mary, this is Diana at ABC Marketing Co. Can I get a status on the fax you are going to send over?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S9.mp3\">Can you check on the status of the documents you are faxing to me? I haven't received it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/sentence/B39S10.mp3\">Hi Mary, I didn't receive the fax last night. Can you fax it again? We should also confirm what fax number you have on file.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=481\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=483\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=305",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about your last three positions?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about your last three positions?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S1.mp3\">Tell me about your last three positions?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This type of question is generally asked by lazy interviewers who want to hear you talk for a while. A better question would be to separate the three positions and ask them one by one. But some people will ask this question, so you should definitely prepare for it. You can use this as your advantage. If you don't have many good things to say about your second position, you can briefly comment on it and spend more time talking about the other two positions. I'll give an example in the long answer, but here are some short answers first.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S2.mp3\">I've only had one position. In my last position, I worked as a marketing analyst for South American markets. I worked closely with partners in Chile and Argentina.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S3.mp3\">I've only held two different positions. In my first job, I was a lab manager for ABC Software company. I monitored 50 computers and performed diagnostics regularly. In my last position, I was a network engineer fixing network problems and trouble shooting bottlenecks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S4.mp3\">I worked as a translator for the King County court house. Afterwards, I worked as a translator for hospitals. My last position was translating help documents for a software company.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I46/sentence/I46S5.mp3\">The first position I held was working at Radio Shack as a salesman. I learned a great deal about retail stores, about sales and working with customers, and became more independent. I thought I learned a great deal and enjoyed my work, but I wanted to experience different types of work. So I started working for Verizon. I had an office job and did a variety of different tasks such as planning, data entry, and organizing projects. I learned a little about the office setting, but I wanted to get back into sales. So I was given an opportunity to sell cell phones for Verizon at a retail store. I used my past sales experience and worked hard becoming one of the top sales person three years in a row. I've been there ever since.</a>\"</span><br><br>I haven't worked at three different positions, so I just made one up. The question is pretty general, so the answer is pretty general. It does emphasize sales skill and coming back to the type of work that this person enjoys. But you should think of something that is related to the position you are interviewing for. Only thing you should be concerned about it clearly explaining your past three positions, what you learned there, and if you did something notable, include that as well.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=304\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=306\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=205",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #06         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Mike forgot to register for classes. What is the consequence of missing your registration day?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> You have to wait until everyone registers<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He can register any time afterwards, but most of the classes will be full<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He can register and his seniority will allow him to choose any class<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He has to take this semester off<br><br>2. Why will psychology 101 be available to take?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because the class is very big with many seats<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because nobody takes that class<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because the subject is boring<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because it is not a requirement<br><br>3. What recommendation is given if a class is already full?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go to the registration building<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Get on the waiting list<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Find the professor and get permission<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Show up to class on the first day without registering<br><br>4. Why does the professor accept more students than the class allows?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because he wants as many students to teach as possible<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he is a nice professor wanting to help<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because many students drop out of the class<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bacc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He can register any time afterwards, but most of the classes will be full<br>2. Because the class is very big with many seats<br>3. Find the professor and get permission<br>4. Because many students drop out of the class         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Mike. I forgot about registration. I'm a day late, so all the classes are mostly full. What do you think I should do?\"<br>B: \"You're screwed. You can't do anything about that. You have to hope that you get some classes that will be useful.\"<br>A: \"Do you think going to the registration building will help at all.\"<br>B: \"No. They will tell you the same thing in a worse way.\"<br>A: \"Did you register yet?\"<br>B: \"Of course. Registering for classes is not something you want to miss.\"<br>A: \"What classes do you think are still open?\"<br>B: \"Well, I know psychology 101 is a big class, so there will always be seats in that class. You can also get into Sociology.\"<br>A: \"That's helpful. Thanks. But what do you think about philosophy. I wanted to take that class this semester.\"<br>B: \"I took that class last year. The professor is really cool, so if you go to his office, you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full.\"<br>A: \"He does that?\"<br>B: \"I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I think I'll do that. Thanks for all the help.\"<br>B: \"No problem man.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=204\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=206\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2071",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2071-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's time to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2071-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are letting someone know that something is required to be done at the present time.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S1.mp3\">It's time to say goodbye.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S2.mp3\">It's time to ask for a raise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S3.mp3\">It's time to collect our money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S4.mp3\">It's time to cheer for our team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S5.mp3\">It's time to change the clocks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S6.mp3\">It is time to decide what to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S7.mp3\">It is time to enjoy ourselves.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S8.mp3\">It is time to fill me in on what's going on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S9.mp3\">It is time to help out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E71/sentence/E071S10.mp3\">It is time to join a gym.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2070\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2072\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=417",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/417-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Regular Restaurant Eating and Requesting Bill         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/417-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Most places will come by once when you are eating and ask how everything is. This is a chance for you to order something else, complain about something, or get a refill on your drink. Some of the things they might say are:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S1.mp3\">How is everything?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S2.mp3\">Is everything ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S3.mp3\">How is your dinner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S4.mp3\">How is your lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S5.mp3\">Are you guys doing ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S6.mp3\">Do you need anything else?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you are almost done with your meal, they might ask if you want some dessert.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S7.mp3\">Would you like dessert today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S8.mp3\">Would you like our dessert menu?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S9.mp3\">Would you like to order any dessert?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S10.mp3\">Any dessert for you today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S11.mp3\">Would you like to hear our dessert special?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are finished and want your bill, you can look for the server, make eye contact, and raise your hand. When they come by, ask them for the bill.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S12.mp3\">Can I have my check?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S13.mp3\">Can I have my bill?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S14.mp3\">I'm ready for my bill.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T24/sentence/T24S15.mp3\">I would like my check please.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=416\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=418\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=306",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about your last position? What did you do and how did you do it? Include the people you worked for and the people you worked with.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about your last position?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S1.mp3\">Tell me about your last position? What did you do and how did you do it? Include the people you worked for and the people you worked with.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is a little better than asking about the last three positions. It is more direct and focuses on getting more information about the last position. You might not get this question with so much detail. It might just be, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S2.mp3\">Tell me about your last position.</a>\"</span> But you can use the other questions as a guide when answering this question. You should mention what you did, how you did it, how you work in a team, what you learned, how well you did your job, etc.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S3.mp3\">I was a staff auditor for a small accounting firm. I performed audits for small to medium size businesses. This involved meeting the clients and retrieving data required to complete the audit. I worked closely with my supervisor that presented my findings of the audit to the clients.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S4.mp3\">I worked for a large insurance company as an agent. I made sales to new customers and provided customer service to existing customers. I worked with three other people in my group and we helped each other by sharing ideas and experiences.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S5.mp3\">I was a program manager for a manufacturing company. I was in charge of cost analysis concerning different quantities of manufacturing. I also worked on planning the procedure for the next deliverables.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I47/sentence/I47S6.mp3\">In my last position, I was a senior auditor. My duties included auditing governmental businesses and Native American tribes. For all the audits I was conducting, I was the in charge auditor overseeing the audits of other team members and doing a portion of the audit myself. I have experience in conducting an audit from beginning to end without supervision and I worked with controllers and senior accountants on a regular basis. Along with working with experienced and knowledgeable client's, I also had to work with junior level accountants that didn't know all the details of auditing. I was clear and concise in asking for what I needed. In the last year I was working as the senior auditor, I planned and organized each visit to our client's site. I regularly trained and managed new members of our team and I was the go to person for technical auditing questions.</a>\"</span><br><br>The question wanted detail so the answer has to be a little long detailing some of the highlights of the last job. I included the type of people I worked for, the people I work with, the job description, and included that I was a great team member and a leader at the last position. Most of you will not be in the accounting field, so you can't use this example. But you should follow the steps of being detailed and showing off your strengths.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=305\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=307\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=483",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Business Phone Call - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello? This is Steve.\"<br>B: \"Hi Steve, this is Mary from ABC Company. I'm returning your call.\"<br>A: \"Hi Mary. How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great thanks.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for returning my call. I couldn't figure out why the ending balance on fiscal year 2003 didn't match the beginning balance on of 2004.\"<br>B: \"When I checked, it was matching. How much is the difference?\"<br>A: \"The amount is exactly $42,000.\"<br>B: \"Oh. I know what the problem is. We opened another bank account at the end of fiscal year 2003. I might not have included the new bank statements when I sent over the information.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I'm just glad it wasn't out of my miscalculation. Can you send over the statements? I should be done by end of day since everything looks good.\"<br>B: \"Sure. I'll fax them to you immediately. Is 555-123-4567 the number I should fax it to?\"<br>A: \"Yes. That is the correct number.\"<br>B: \"I'll do it right now.\"<br>A: \"Thank you for your help.\"<br>B: \"I should have sent them over to you the first time. I apologize for that.\"<br>A: \"No problem.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Thank you. Bye.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello, ABC Company.\"<br>B: \"Hi, this is Janet from Consult R Us. May I speak with Alex please?\"<br>A: \"He's in a meeting right now. Would you like to leave a message?\"<br>B: \"Yes. Can you have Alex call me back when he is available? My name again is Janet, and he can reach me at 555-987-6543.\"<br>A: \"It's Janet at 555-987-6543. Can I tell him what this is regarding?\"<br>B: \"He sent over a fax, and the last page didn't print out. I will need for him to resend the fax to me.\"<br>A: \"I'll let him know.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Thank you for calling ABC.\"<br>B: \"Good bye.\"<br>A: \"Bye.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B39/practice/B39P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Microsoft, this is Steve.\"<br>B: \"Hi Steve, this is Richard from Third Hand Testing. I'm calling in regards to the MSN assignment. Do you have a minute to answer a couple of questions?\"<br>A: \"Sure. What can I help you with?\"<br>B: \"We originally agreed on 5 testing procedures, but our program manager received a mail indicating 4 testing procedures. Is 4 the correct number?\"<br>A: \"Yes it is. We found that we can do the last one here.\"<br>B: \"Great. Does the timeline change because we reduced one of the testing procedures?\"<br>A: \"We don't have to change the timeline. Our original timeframe was very aggressive.\"<br>B: \"That makes our job a little easier.\"<br>A: \"Do you have any other questions?\"<br>B: \"No. That's all I had. Thanks for your time.\"<br>A: \"No problem.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Good bye.\"<br>A: \"Bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=482\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=484\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2072-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         The point is that + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2072-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>By stating 'the point is' you are stating in your opinion the meaning about what is actually happening.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S1.mp3\">The point is that if you study you will do well in school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S2.mp3\">The point is that she does not understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S3.mp3\">The point is that we need this done today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S4.mp3\">The point is that the world would be a better place.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S5.mp3\">The point is that we should help.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S6.mp3\">The point is that snakes can be dangerous.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S7.mp3\">The point is that leaving a baby alone is not a good idea.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S8.mp3\">The point is that if we do not leave now we will be late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S9.mp3\">The point is that she needs to be more responsible.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E72/sentence/E072S10.mp3\">The point is that we need to work together.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2071\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2073\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=206",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #07         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the main topic in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> University classes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> University professors<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> University registration<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> University grades<br><br>2. What class was mentioned where the student received a 1.7?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Psychology<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> History<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Economics<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Calculus<br><br>3. Who does he blame for doing so terrible this semester?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He blames his brother<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He blames his friend<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He blames himself<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He blames the professor<br><br>4. What was the cause for his GPA to go down so much?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He spent too much time with his new girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He started playing StarCraft<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He burned himself out from working too much and didn't study<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He had difficult classes this semester<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dccb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. University grades<br>2. Economics<br>3. He blames himself<br>4. He started playing StarCraft         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Did you get your grades yet?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. My whole GPA is screwed up now.\"<br>A: \"Why? What happened?\"<br>B: \"Well, I bombed my econ final and ended up with a 1.7.\"<br>A: \"Ouch. You must be very disappointed.\"<br>B: \"Well, it's my fault because I didn't study as much as I should have.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you re-take the class next year?\"<br>B: \"That's what I plan on doing unless I keep screwing up. How did you do this semester?\"<br>A: \"I didn't do that well either. I ended up with a 3.2 this semester. That drops my total GPA to 3.45.\"<br>B: \"My GPA is pretty similar to yours. I have a 3.1 now because of the stupid econ class.\"<br>A: \"What was your GPA before this semester?\"<br>B: \"I was sitting happy with a 3.4.\"<br>A: \"Why did it go down so much?\"<br>B: \"Let's just say I screwed up more than my econ class.\"<br>A: \"What happened to you?\"<br>B: \"I started playing StarCraft and ended up wasting a lot of time.\"<br>A: \"You better stop slacking off.\"<br>B: \"You're right. I'm not going to play games during school anymore.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=205\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=207\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=307",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What is your management philosophy?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What is your management philosophy?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S1.mp3\">What is your management philosophy?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another question only for managers and above. You can make this short or long, but in the least it should be an answer that stands out. Think of a guideline that you follow as a manager that you think is a good philosophy to follow.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S2.mp3\">I think management should provide guidance, direction, leadership, and finally set an example to subordinates.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S3.mp3\">My management philosophy is to provide an environment that leads to productive employees. I achieve this through conflict management, keeping the morale high, providing encouragement to low performers, and also rewarding the strong performers.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S4.mp3\">I believe in setting an example. My favorite managers in the past were the ones that worked smart and efficiently. I learned a great deal and found that leading by example is a strong way to influence directs to work diligently.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S5.mp3\">Before I was in management, I had many types of managers. I learned a lot from observing their management styles. I also learned a lot from the bad managers I had. I had a manger who was never there, another that didn't care, and another that had a phrase similar to, 'do as I say, not as I do.' So the traits I acquired are from my good managers such as working smart instead of working long, but the philosophy I always think about is from my bad managers. So I believe I should lead by example, provide guidance and growth by giving important feedback, and to be accessible to everyone.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you want a shorter answer that is to the point, you can consider this one.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I48/sentence/I48S6.mp3\">I believe management should provide guidance for employees to do their job well. This includes several meanings. First, it means management should provide challenging tasks related to the job that gives employees experience. This also stretches their abilities and brings growth. Also, by guiding employees to do their job well, it benefits the company by having productive employees.</a>\"</span><br><br>Questions that are related to what you think should differ person to person. So think what your management philosophy is and write it down. Put more thought into it and then you will be able to explain exactly what you mean. If you have no idea, then consider what I wrote down in my two examples above.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=306\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=308\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=484",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/484-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to Co-Workers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/484-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>What ever company you work for, you will have a boss or a manager. If you are a manager, you will have directs reporting to you. And in most cases, you will have to work with co-workers. This lesson will cover the English you need to know to speak to co-workers. I will also have a lesson on talking to the manager and subordinates.<br><br>When you talk with a co-worker, most of it is small talk. You can talk about your background, what school you attended, your major, and your previous work experience. So studying the English lessons along side the business section will help you for your daily English needs. However, I'll have some sentences you can use when you are talking with a co-worker.<br><br>If you miss a meeting, then you will need to ask a co-worker what happened during the meeting.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S1.mp3\">I missed the meeting. Can you fill me in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S2.mp3\">I had a doctor's appointment so I missed the meeting. What happened?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S3.mp3\">I couldn't make it to the meeting today. Anything interesting I should know about?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S4.mp3\">I missed the meeting. Was there anything new?</a>\"</span><br><br>Another time you talk with a co-worker is if the boss is mad or you don't like the boss. But whenever you talk about bad things with co-workers, make sure you are talking to a friend. If that person is not a friend, then they might tell your manager what you said.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S5.mp3\">Matt looks pretty upset right now. Do you know what's going on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S6.mp3\">Did something happen recently? Matt looks pissed off.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S7.mp3\">I think Matt is mad about something. Do you know what it could be?</a>\"</span><br><br>Or if the manager only treats you bad, then you can ask your co-worker/friend if the manager treats them differently or the same.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S8.mp3\">Matt talks to me like he is mad all the time. Does he do that to you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S9.mp3\">Does Matt talk to you like he is upset? Or is it just me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S10.mp3\">It's not you at all. He talks to me that way too.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S11.mp3\">Matt is way too moody.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S12.mp3\">If he knew what he was doing, we wouldn't be in this mess.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S13.mp3\">What is wrong with Matt these days?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S14.mp3\">He is having one of those days again. I think his manager just gave him a hard time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S15.mp3\">What do you think about our manager?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B40/sentence/B40S16.mp3\">He gets too mad easily and he doesn't really help us out that much. What do you think?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=483\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=485\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=418",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/418-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fine Dining         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/418-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The process of fine dining is very similar to the previous example. I'll list a couple of additions for fine dining that I didn't include above.<br><br>If you order wine, they will pour a tiny bit into your glass. You should immediately take a drink of it and shake your head yes. After you approve, they will pour your glass and other glasses full of the wine.<br><br>Some restaurants need to prepare dessert 20 minutes in advance. That means they will ask you if you are going to have dessert while you are eating instead of waiting for you to complete.<br><br>Finally, these types of restaurants take reservations. Here is an example of making a reservation through the phone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S1.mp3\">Hello, McCormick's. How may I help you today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S2.mp3\">I would like to make a reservation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S3.mp3\">What day did you want to come in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S4.mp3\">This Friday at 7:00pm.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S5.mp3\">We have a table at 7:15. Will that be acceptable?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S6.mp3\">Yes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S7.mp3\">May I have your name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S8.mp3\">Rich Yu. That's Y U.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S9.mp3\">I have reserved a table for Mr. Yu on Friday at 7:15. Is there anything else I can do for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S10.mp3\">That will be all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S11.mp3\">Thank you for calling.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S12.mp3\">Thank you. Good Bye.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S13.mp3\">Good Bye.</a>\"</span><br><br>When you come in, you can tell them that you have a reservation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S14.mp3\">Hi, I have a reservation at 7:15 for Rich Yu.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/sentence/T25S15.mp3\">Oh, yes. Mr. Yu, your table will be ready in just a moment. You can wait right over there.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=417\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=421\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Bored - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey there. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"Nothing really.\"<br>A: \"How about your work?\"<br>B: \"It's so boring there. I really wish I had a different job.\"<br>A: \"Is it really that bad?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Most of the time, I have nothing to do. But whenever I have something to do, it's boring work because it is the same old thing.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you find a different job then?\"<br>B: \"Maybe I should.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Steve, what's your plan for tonight?\"<br>B: \"I don't have any plans. Are you doing anything special?\"<br>A: \"Well, if you're bored, let's plan on meeting up tonight.\"<br>B: \"That sounds like a good idea. Should we invite Bob?\"<br>A: \"He's a little boring.\"<br>B: \"What do you mean?\"<br>A: \"Well, he doesn't drink, play video games, pool, or really anything. The only thing he talks about is history.\"<br>B: \"You do have a point. We'll leave him out tonight.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Let's meet at 8:30 in front of the university bookstore.\"<br>B: \"Perfect. I'll see you later tonight.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/practice/L6P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello\"<br>B: \"Hi Jane\"<br>A: \"Oh, hi Jill.\"<br>B: \"What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"I'm doing the laundry.\"<br>B: \"I'm so bored. I have nothing to do.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you come over and help me with the laundry?\"<br>B: \"I'd rather do my own house chores. Hey, you wanna take a break from your house work and have coffee at Starbucks with me?\"<br>A: \"Sure, that sounds great. I'll meet you there in thirty minutes.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=526\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=528\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=308",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I49/sentence/I49S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What was your favorite job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What was your favorite job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I49/sentence/I49S1.mp3\">What was your favorite job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I have never been asked this question, but I know some people who ran into it. That means you should at least give it a little thought so you can think of a good answer ahead of time. The best way to answer this question is to select a job that is most similar to the job that you are applying for. For example, if a person who is applying to be a financial analyst says their favorite job was being a salesman, then the answer is basically useless and not effective at all. Rather, you should say that you like your last marketing job because you have passion for it and you really enjoy it. Many people fail interviews based on lack of enthusiasm. So make sure you show them that you love the job you are applying for.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I49/sentence/I49S2.mp3\">My favorite job was working as a financial analyst. I wanted to pursue other areas of finance so I accepted a position as a financial consultant. After a while, I realized how much I enjoyed my work as a financial analyst so I'm looking for a financial analyst position.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I49/sentence/I49S3.mp3\">The last position I held was my favorite job. I really enjoy all aspects of accounting and auditing. However, I don't want to limit myself to just governmental accounting so I want a position where I can be doing similar type of work but in a larger setting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I49/sentence/I49S4.mp3\">My favorite job was the last position I held in the marketing department. That's why I'm applying for this job. It's similar to my last position and I really enjoyed it. Even though I really like my job, I want to experience the same work for a larger company. That's the primary reason for wanting to leave my current job.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is brief but effective. It states that this person loves marketing. The second part of the answer is basically answering a question before it is asked. If you love your job, why are you leaving? You can answer this in several ways, but my example is using the excuse of wanting to work for a larger company because it shows that I want to take the next step in my career. It shows that I want to grow and that I want to go to bigger and better opportunities. Basically, it is showing a little ambition without saying it directly.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=307\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=309\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=207",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P5.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #08         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P5.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What month or season do you think it is in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Summer<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Autumn<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Winter<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Spring<br><br>2. What did Mark do over the summer vacation?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Traveled to Europe<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Played in a basketball league<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Worked at a restaurant<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Stayed home and watched TV<br><br>3. Why did Nicole drop out of school?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She was depressed and needed a break<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Her mother got sick and needed time to take care of her<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She got a job offer that she couldn't refuse<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She finished school early<br><br>4. How many University years has Stacy completed?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 1<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 2<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 3<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 4<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bccb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Autumn<br>2. Worked at a restaurant<br>3. She got a job offer that she couldn't refuse<br>4. 2         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi Mark.\"<br>B: \"Oh, hi Stacy.\"<br>A: \"How was your summer vacation?\"<br>B: \"I worked over the summer at a restaurant. Have to make tuition money right? What did you do?\"<br>A: \"I took summer school. I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up.\"<br>B: \"So are you officially a junior now?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. And I have 5 credits to spare. I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer, but I took 15 because the price was the same.\"<br>B: \"That makes sense. So where is Nicole?\"<br>A: \"She dropped out of school completely.\"<br>B: \"Really? Why?\"<br>A: \"She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well, they asked her if she wanted to work full time.\"<br>B: \"Wow. She's so lucky. She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job.\"<br>A: \"It sounds good now, but I'm traditional. I want the degree, so I wouldn't have accepted the offer.\"<br>B: \"Do you know how much they are paying her?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. But I bet it must have been a good offer, or she wouldn't have accepted it.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=206\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=208\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/485-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Asking for help or offering help         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/485-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you offer to help someone, you are asking your co-worker if they want to give you some of their work. Here are a couple of ways you can offer some help.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S1.mp3\">I finished my project already so I have extra bandwidth. Let me know if you need help with anything.</a>\"</span><br><br>Bandwidth is usually used as a networking terminology. But in this context, it means having extra time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S2.mp3\">You're doing the analysis on ABC Company? I did that last year. If you need any help, just let me know.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S3.mp3\">I'm pretty familiar with your project so if you have any questions, feel free to ask me.</a>\"</span><br><br>Asking for help is a little more difficult. You will have to see what the work environment is like and what type of relationship you have with your co-workers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S4.mp3\">I'm having trouble implementing Plan A on ABC Company. Can you look at my work and see if I am missing a step?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S5.mp3\">Can you help me analyze the finance data? This is my first time and I don't want to screw it up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B41/sentence/B41S6.mp3\">Do you have a few minutes to help me with the data migration tool? I can't figure it out.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=484\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=486\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=421",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      At the Restaurant - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Welcome to McDonald's. May I take your order?\"<br>B: \"I'll take the number one.\"<br>A: \"What size would you like?\"<br>B: \"Medium please.\"<br>A: \"Will that be for here or to go?\"<br>B: \"Here please.\"<br>A: \"The total comes to $4.89. We'll have that right out for you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T25/practice/T25P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Can I get a drink started for you?\"<br>B: \"I'll take a coke.\"<br>A: \"One coke. I'll be right out with your coke.\"<br> --Pause-- \"Here's is your coke. Are you ready to order?\"<br>B: \"Can I have one more minute?\"<br>A: \"Sure. I'll be back in a little bit.\"<br> --Pause-- \"Do you need more time?\"<br>B: \"I'm ready now. I'll have the Patty Melt with fries.\"<br>A: \"Do you want regular fries or steak fries?\"<br>B: \"Steak fries please.\"<br>A: \"I'll have that out for you in a few minutes.\"<br> --Pause-- \"Here you go. Do you need anything else?\"<br>B: \"Can I have a bottle of ketchup?\"<br>A: \"I have one right here.\"<br>B: \"Great. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"Is everything ok here?\"<br>B: \"Yes. Thank you.\"<br> --Pause-- \"Excuse me. Can I have my bill?\"<br>A: \"Sure. Here you go.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=418\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=422\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=208",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #09         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What school subject are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Physcial Education<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Geography<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> History<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Math<br><br>2. What is the main purpose of this discussion?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get tips on the examination<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To learn about how Martin Luther King Jr. had on American society<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To talk about past presidents and leaders<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To discuss the best method to study in general<br><br>3. Where is one of the person going now?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> On his way home<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To the book store<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Going to eat lunch<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Going to the library<br><br>4. Why will he spend most of his time studying the civil war?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because the professor spent the most time lecturing on the civil war<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he already studied the other sections<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because it is the most interesting<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because it is his area of weakness<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cada\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. History<br>2. To get tips on the examination<br>3. Going to the library<br>4. Because the professor spent the most time lecturing on the civil war         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Did you already take the history exam?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It was hard. When do you take it?\"<br>A: \"I take it tomorrow morning. There is so much material, that I don't know what to emphasize on. What types of questions did you get?\"<br>B: \"Mostly on the civil war. You should also study the impact Martin Luther King Jr. had on American society.\"<br>A: \"How about Abraham Lincoln? Did you get any questions about him?\"<br>B: \"I only had 1 question about him. But you might get more. I don't know if he will have the same exam or not.\"<br>A: \"Hopefully he will use the same exam, cause I'm going to spend most of my time studying the civil war. It is a huge section and that is what he lectured the most on in class.\"<br>B: \"If you can't study everything, then that is probably the best way to go.\"<br>A: \"Aright. Thanks for the info. I gotta go to the library now.\"<br>B: \"Good luck.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. See ya.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=207\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=209\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=309",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about the best manager you ever had.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about the best manager you ever had.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S1.mp3\">Tell me about the best manager you ever had.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is primarily used to see what you value in a manager. The best way to answer this question is to explain a little bit about the manager and list the things you respect. Also include that you learned how to become a good manager through your experience with your good manager.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S2.mp3\">My favorite manager was a person with a lot of knowledge. She stood her ground firmly and knew the best process to take by analyzing all the information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S3.mp3\">My favorite manager was very trusting and easy to approach. I grew in many ways under this manager and I valued his method of dealing with directs. I believe in growing employees and this manager did a great job.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S4.mp3\">I had a manager that worked efficiently. Instead of bossing everyone around, he set an example of hard work through his actions. I respected that trait and learned to be more like him by working smarter.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I50/sentence/I50S5.mp3\">The best manager I had was during my first year at Microsoft. Since then, I have been under many different managers, but nobody matched up to his level. I respected him the most because of two reasons. He spent a great deal of time mentoring me and teaching me many work related things. I became a great employee because of him. And second, he produced the greatest amount of quality work among all the other managers. I always wondered how he could spend so much time with me and still find ways to out perform other managers. But that is where I learned how to work smart and efficiently. He showed me how to be the best employee through his action and through the individual lessons he gave me. I was so happy to have had a great manager early in my career.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is an easy answer for me because I was truly amazed at my first manager. I made sure to explain why he was the best manager and what I learned from him. Another reason why it is important to be able to answer this question is because most great employees were taught by a great manager.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=308\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=310\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2074",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2074-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How about + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2074-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You're asking someone their opinion on something or if they would like to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S1.mp3\">How about singing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S2.mp3\">How about hanging out tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S3.mp3\">How about folding the laundry for me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S4.mp3\">How about helping us out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S5.mp3\">How about describing to me what happened?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S6.mp3\">How about exploring new ideas?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S7.mp3\">How about comparing prices before we buy it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S8.mp3\">How about considering it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S9.mp3\">How about following me to their house?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E74/sentence/E074S10.mp3\">How about feeding the dogs?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2073\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2075\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=486",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/486-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Complaining about another co-worker to a co-worker         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/486-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I remember in my first job, I had a co-worker I really didn't like. He was a nice guy, but he was a complete idiot. To vent out my frustration, I talked with some closer co-workers about my problems with him. Here are some of the things I said. You might be in a similar situation of dealing with a complete idiot.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S1.mp3\">Have you worked with Jake yet? He can't do anything right.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S2.mp3\">The problem with Jake is that he doesn't know that he is an idiot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S3.mp3\">I remember helping Jake out so much, and then he stabs my back.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S4.mp3\">I don't think he does his own work. He goes around asking everyone to do a portion of his work and says he did it all.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S5.mp3\">If you have to work with Jake, remember the things I told you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S6.mp3\">Is management blind or am I being too sensitive about this?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S7.mp3\">I think the manager likes him because he kisses her ass all day long.</a>\"</span><br><br>Kissing ass refers to butt kiss and brown nosing. Basically, a person who butt kisses is a person always saying good things to the manager, giving compliments, showing off in front of the manager, and doing anything possible to look good.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S8.mp3\">The manager is blind because he is a total brown-noser.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B42/sentence/B42S9.mp3\">I can't believe this company is paying $75,000 a year for this fool.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=485\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=487\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=422",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/422-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Department Store         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/422-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I will have more coverage of these topics in the regular English Lesson section, but I want to provide some general things specifically for travelers. In this lesson, we will cover shopping, bank, and post office terminologies and sentences for travelers.<br><br>Department Store<br><br>There are only a few things that you need to know how to say. Here is a small list.<br><br>Finding something<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S1.mp3\">Do you have different sizes for this shirt?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S2.mp3\">Where are your blue jeans?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S3.mp3\">Do you have regular T-Shirts here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S4.mp3\">Where is the dressing room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S5.mp3\">Do you have a dressing room?</a>\"</span><br><br>Shoes<br><br>When you see a shoe that you like, you have to find a worker and have them bring your size out to you. Here are some ways to say what you want.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S6.mp3\">Can I try this shoe on in a seven?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S7.mp3\">Can I get this in nine and a half?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S8.mp3\">Can I get this in a size six?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you don't know what your size is, they will take your measurement.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S9.mp3\">I don't know what my size is?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S10.mp3\">I don't know what size I am.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S11.mp3\">Can you take my measurement?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you go to the register, you don't need to say anything. However, they might ask you a bunch of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S12.mp3\">Did you find everything you needed today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S13.mp3\">Was anyone helping you with this?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T26/sentence/T26S14.mp3\">Would you like to open a credit card? You can get 10 percent off of everything for today.</a>\"</span><br><br>These are all yes and no questions so answer appropriately.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=421\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=423\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2075",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2075-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What if + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2075-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are asking a question about 'in the event of' or 'in the event that.' Usually you are looking for an answer at the time of the question that is being asked.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S1.mp3\">What if I miss the bus?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S2.mp3\">What if I were late to dinner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S3.mp3\">What if I called her tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S4.mp3\">What if I don't understand?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S5.mp3\">What if someone sees me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S6.mp3\">What if no one is home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S7.mp3\">What if they decide to stay?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S8.mp3\">What if it rains while we are camping?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S9.mp3\">What if I do not finish on time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E75/sentence/E075S10.mp3\">What if we introduce ourselves first?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2074\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2076\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=487",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/487-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Complaining about the company         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/487-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>As I already said previously, make sure you are careful who you talk to when you are complaining about anything such as the company.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S1.mp3\">This is a dead end job. I don't see much of a future here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S2.mp3\">I hate the redundancy. It's so boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S3.mp3\">Work isn't exciting for me anymore. I am doing the same thing over and over again.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S4.mp3\">This company doesn't care about employees that much. I haven't received a fair raise in 3 years.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S5.mp3\">I don't know if it is my manager or this company, but I'm really getting sick of my job.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S7.mp3\">What do you think about all the politics in this company?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S8.mp3\">The politics suck here. But it is the same for any large corporation. The best way to deal with it is to take advantage of the rules.</a>\"</span><br><br>I heard in some countries that switching companies is not common. Once you have a decent job in a decent company, the person usually works there all their life. In the States however, changing jobs and changing companies is very common. That makes it a common discussion to have with friends and co-workers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S9.mp3\">I don't know how much longer I can take this job. I've been thinking about applying to a different company.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S10.mp3\">Have you ever thought about leaving this company?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S11.mp3\">What company do you want to switch to?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S12.mp3\">I started applying for other jobs. There are a lot of positions open.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B43/sentence/B43S13.mp3\">I've been looking for jobs on monster.com. They have a lot of positions available.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=486\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=488\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=209",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #10         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What are these two people doing?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Taking a smoke break<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At the cigarette store buying cigarettes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a bar drinking and smoking<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Talking over the phone<br><br>2. Why is he asking a friend for a cigarette?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He forgot his cigarettes today<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He wants to try smoking<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He ran out of cigarettes earlier that day<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He needs one for later<br><br>3. Select the statement that is true from this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Smoking is addicting<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It is hard to quit smoking<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The longer you smoke the harder it becomes to quit<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>4. Where is this conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At work<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At school<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At home<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At a restaurant<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aadb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Taking a smoke break<br>2. He forgot his cigarettes today<br>3. All of the above<br>4. At school         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Bobby. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Just taking a smoke break.\"<br>A: \"I forgot my cigarette today. Do you have another one?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Here you go.\"<br>A: \"Thanks.\"<br>B: \"I didn't know you smoked.\"<br>A: \"Really? I've been smoking for over a year now.\"<br>B: \"Oh. You're new to smoking still. I've been smoking for 7 years.\"<br>A: \"You ever tired to quit?\"<br>B: \"Many times. I'm really addicted. It's harder to stop than you think.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I tried to quit last month, and I thought it was going to be easy, but it turns out that I'm still smoking.\"<br>B: \"I highly recommend you quit soon. The longer you smoke, the harder it becomes to quit.\"<br>A: \"I think you're right. Aright. Gotta go to class. Thanks for the cigarette. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>B: \"No problem. I'll talk to you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=208\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=210\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=310",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about the worst manager you ever had.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about the worst manager you ever had.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S1.mp3\">Tell me about the worst manager you ever had.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Just like learning from a good manager, you should learn from bad managers as well. When you tell the reason why your manager was bad, make sure to include that you learned not to be like that.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S2.mp3\">In my last position, I had a manager who didn't like to give instructions. I managed to figure a lot of it out, but I would have saved a lot of time if my manager gave a simple 5 minute overview on the project.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S3.mp3\">I had one manager that was very disorganized. Whenever I ask a question, he would look around his desk for a couple minutes looking for information to give to me. I like to be organized so this trait really bothered me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S4.mp3\">One manager didn't like talking to people. He always had his office door closed and whenever anyone asked a question, he seemed disturbed. He was very intelligent and produced a great deal of work, but as a manager, I believe you should be approachable by your directs.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I51/sentence/I51S5.mp3\">The worst manager I had was when I was working at a database company. I didn't like my manager because he was never available. When ever he was given an assignment, he always delegated the work without explaining the details. We were told to figure it out. I believe that you can learn from figuring some things out by ourselves, but it was obvious that this wasn't his intention. But the worst thing about it was that I didn't know that he was bad until I changed to a different manager. He kept feeding us false hope saying we are close to being promoted. Basically it was a way to keep us motivated to work extra hard. Sure it worked for a while, but I didn't gain anything else out of it except what not to be as a manager.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a pretty easy answer that just explains the behavior of a bad manager. If you haven't had many managers, then it might be difficult to think of one. But you should definitely think of an answer even if you have to bend the truth a little. Although my example was ordinary, you can make a better answer by listing out what you learned through your bad manager.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=309\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=311\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=423",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/423-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Grocery Store         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/423-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In the grocery store, you don't have to say anything except when you need to find something. Here are some sentences to find general items.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S1.mp3\">Where is the fruit section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S2.mp3\">Do you sell ice cream here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S3.mp3\">Where can I find batteries?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S4.mp3\">Where is the toothpaste?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S5.mp3\">Can you point me to the medicine area?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S6.mp3\">Where is the bakery section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S7.mp3\">Do you sell fresh seafood?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S8.mp3\">Do you sell postcards?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S9.mp3\">Where can I find film?</a>\"</span><br><br>Be careful when you say film. They will not understand you if you say it improperly. If you have difficulty pronouncing film, you should say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S10.mp3\">Where can I find camera film?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S11.mp3\">Where are the shopping carts?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T27/sentence/T27S12.mp3\">Where can I find a shopping basket?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=422\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=424\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2076",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2076-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How much does it cost to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2076-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are simply asking how much you would need to pay to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S1.mp3\">How much does it cost to fly to Europe?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S2.mp3\">How much does it cost to own a house?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S3.mp3\">How much does it cost to play a round of golf?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S4.mp3\">How much does it cost to join a gym?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S5.mp3\">How much does it cost to repair my car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S6.mp3\">How much would it cost to talk long distance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S7.mp3\">How much would it cost to run a website?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S8.mp3\">How much would it cost to wash my car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S9.mp3\">How much would it cost to rent a car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E76/sentence/E076S10.mp3\">How much would it cost to go to the movies?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2075\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2077\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=488",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/488-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking about work experience         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/488-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I won't cover topics we have in our regular English lessons, but talking about work experience is not a separate topic I have, so let's spend a few minutes here.<br><br>When you are talking to a co-worker, you can talk about many different things. One of the topics might be previous work experience. Whenever you receive this question, the easiest way to answer this is to say where you worked and what you did.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/sentence/B44S1.mp3\">What did you do before working here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/sentence/B44S2.mp3\">I worked at ABC Company. I was a market analyst researching what the user wants in portable devices.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/sentence/B44S3.mp3\">I was over in the sales department on the second floor. I was in charge of overseeing the sales made by all the sales associates each month.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/sentence/B44S4.mp3\">I was a software engineer at Sun Microsystems. I created internal tools using Java to help automate the recruiting process.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=487\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=489\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=210",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #11         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the main topic of this dialog about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Amount of drinking and alcohol tolerance<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Beer versus whiskey<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Drinking at parties<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Drink specials<br><br>2. What is the term \"light weight\" mean in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Someone who is small in size<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Someone who is skinny<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Someone who can't drink much<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> An alcoholic<br><br>3. What happens when the light weight person has more than 3 drinks?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He throws up<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He gets drunk<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He gets excited<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He gets a headache<br><br>4. How is one person able to drink so much without spending much money?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He has friends buy him drinks<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He finds specials and buys cheap drinks<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He buys alcohol in bulk from the grocery store<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He spends a lot of money<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"acdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Amount of drinking and alcohol tolerance<br>2. Someone who can't drink much<br>3. He gets a headache<br>4. He finds specials and buys cheap drinks         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Do you drink much?\"<br>B: \"Depending on what you consider a lot.\"<br>A: \"How frequently do you drink?\"<br>B: \"Couple times a week. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Only when I go out. I'm not a big drinker.\"<br>B: \"How much can you drink?\"<br>A: \"I usually only have 2 beers.\"<br>B: \"You're a light weight.\"<br>A: \"How much can you drink?\"<br>B: \"I'm usually drinking all night long. At least 10 drinks.\"<br>A: \"Don't you spend a lot of money then?\"<br>B: \"No. We usually go to places that have specials. Dante's over on the Ave has $5.00 pitchers on Mondays. So for ten, fifteen bucks, I can get a lot of drinks.\"<br>A: \"That's true.\"<br>B: \"If you don't like beer, have you tried mixed drinks? Some of them are pretty good.\"<br>A: \"I like beer, it's just that I get a headache when I drink more than 3.\"<br>B: \"You just have to build up a tolerance. I used to be like that. But your body gets used to it.\"<br>A: \"It'll take awhile, but I'm working on it.\"<br>B: \"Hey let's go out tomorrow night. The Ram Bar and Grill is having a special on pitchers.\"<br>A: \"Aright.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=209\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=211\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=311",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What could you have done to improve your relationship with a manager you didn't like?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What could you have done to improve your relationship with a manager you didn't like?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S1.mp3\">What could you have done to improve your relationship with a manager you didn't like?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question could be a follow up to the question about having a bad manager. In my case, I didn't know he was a bad manager until I switched managers. But here is a generic answer that shows professionalism.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S2.mp3\">If I communicated my problems earlier, I feel we both would have benefited. I waited several months before approaching my manager, and after our talk, our relationship got much better. So I could have improved my relationship by talking about problems sooner than later.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S3.mp3\">I feel I should be more understanding of different work styles. I didn't like my manager not communicating enough, but that didn't mean we couldn't approach him. So I'm learning to work seamlessly with different types of people.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S4.mp3\">One of my managers gave too much criticism. I value criticism, but hearing something negative every other day was difficult. I think I could have communicated how the criticism affected me in order to improve our relationship.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I52/sentence/I52S5.mp3\">I had a manager in the past I didn't like that much, but I couldn't say he was a bad manager. Our personalities conflicted and we had some arguments. This affected my performance and willingness to work in the beginning, but I asked myself this same question. I thought I should try to get along with my manager despite my personal feelings. I set them aside and maintained a professional relationship. Taking this approach really helped. Because I was willing to look past minor differences, our work relationship got stronger and I performed at a higher level.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer shows that this person took proper actions before it was too late. It shows that this candidate has the ability to work with managers and team members despite personal differences or feelings of dislike. When you think of your own answer, make sure you answer this question showing that you dealt with this problem before and that you overcame the situation.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=310\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=312\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=675",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/675-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General - Swimming         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/675-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Swimming</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S1.mp3\">I'm on the swimming team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S2.mp3\">I got a scholarship for swimming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S3.mp3\">I made the varsity swimming team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S4.mp3\">I love swimming.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S5.mp3\">What style of swimming do you specialize in?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S6.mp3\">I like breaststroke the most.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S7.mp3\">I like freestyle swimming, but I'm better at the butterfly.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S8.mp3\">I'm pretty quick at backstroke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S9.mp3\">I like the competitive aspect of swimming. Sometimes it's hard to tell who is ahead of you or behind you, but right when you touch that wall and see that nobody else is there is a great feeling.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S10.mp3\">I've been swimming ever since I was 6 years old.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S11.mp3\">I swim 4 times a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S12.mp3\">I try to swim everyday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S13.mp3\">I believe swimming is very healthy, especially for the joints.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S14.mp3\">I'm not a good swimmer. The only style I know is the dog paddle.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S15.mp3\">I can't hold my breath long enough to be an effective swimmer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L111/sentence/L111S16.mp3\">I can hold my breath for a minute and a half.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=674\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=676\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=211",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #12         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What gender is the new baby?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A boy<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A girl<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Twin boys<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Twin girls<br><br>2. What were the complications mentioned during birth?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Had to do emergency C-Section<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Baby was inverted<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Baby was stuck<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> No complications<br><br>3. What is the guy complaining about?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> That the baby was not a boy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> That the baby is too expensive<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> That the baby is sick all the time<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> That he doesn't get enough sleep<br><br>4. After the conversation, what will the guy do?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Get some sleep<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Make sure wife and baby are healthy<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Take the baby to the hosptial<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to work to make more money<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bddb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. A girl<br>2. No complications<br>3. That he doesn't get enough sleep<br>4. Make sure wife and baby are healthy         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Did your wife give birth yet?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. She's a healthy beautiful girl.\"<br>A: \"Congratulations. How is your wife doing?\"<br>B: \"She is tired, but getting a lot of rest now.\"<br>A: \"That's good to hear.\"<br>B: \"I'm just glad there were no complications.\"<br>A: \"If your wife and baby are both happy, what more can you ask for?\"<br>B: \"It's been a week, and I haven't slept that well.\"<br>A: \"That's normal for anyone with a newborn.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but it's so hard. I have to work, and then go home and take care of my wife and the baby. I'm going to get sick at this rate.\"<br>A: \"You'll get used to it. After everything stabilizes, you can regain your health.\"<br>B: \"That's true. I should make sure my wife and baby stay healthy during this time.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=210\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=212\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2077",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2077-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How come + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2077-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using 'how come' you are asking why a particular thing has or had to take place.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S1.mp3\">How come parents worry so much?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S2.mp3\">How come people carpool to work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S3.mp3\">How come you are so upset?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S4.mp3\">How come he will not call you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S5.mp3\">How come you stayed out so late?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S6.mp3\">How come you cannot make a decision?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S7.mp3\">How come you always question me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S8.mp3\">How come we never agree?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S9.mp3\">How come your dog digs in the yard?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E77/sentence/E077S10.mp3\">How come she will not come over?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2076\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2078\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Talking to CoWorkers - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. How is your day going?\"<br>B: \"Just finishing the project. Other than that, not much. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm just about finished for the day. I have one more task to do, but I wanted to take a break first.\"<br>B: \"Did you have to work with Jake on that project?\"<br>A: \"Unfortunately, yes.\"<br>B: \"Oh my gosh. I feel so sorry for you.\"<br>A: \"Don't remind me. I'm just glad it's over.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I remember when I worked on the data conversion tool with him. Everything he did, I had to re-do. It would have been faster if I did it alone.\"<br>A: \"That's exactly what happened to me. It took me longer because I had to re-do everything he did. That really pissed me off.\"<br>B: \"Next time the manager wants me to do a project with him, I'm going to tell him that I will do it myself.\"<br>A: \"That's a good idea. Hopefully, the manager will realize how useless he is.\"<br>B: \"Exactly. If you're not busy, you can do my work.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha. I got enough to do.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm just kidding.\"<br>A: \"Alright dude. I better finish my work. I'll talk to you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jordan, did you go to the team meeting this morning?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. The manager presented a new project to us that we'll have to do.\"<br>A: \"Damn it. I shouldn't have missed that meeting, but I was stuck in another meeting. What else did you guys talk about?\"<br>B: \"Everything else was the same. We talked about progress of current assignments, due dates, about hiring another worker, that's all.\"<br>A: \"What's the new project about?\"<br>B: \"It's hard to explain. She sent out mail to all of us. You can just review the document she sent out.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll do that.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Bob, do you have a few minutes?\"<br>B: \"Sure. What's up?\"<br>A: \"I'm having problems with my computer. I don't know what's wrong with it.\"<br>B: \"Let's go take a look at it. Oh. Here is the problem. You have a boot sector virus. Install the anti-virus software. That should take care of the problem.\"<br>A: \"Great thanks.<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B44/practice/B44P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How is your day going?\"<br>B: \"The same as usual. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Me too. I'm getting sick of work man.\"<br>B: \"I'm already past that stage.\"<br>A: \"What are you still doing here then?\"<br>B: \"It pays the bills.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you find another job?\"<br>B: \"Well, I thought about it, but if I put in two more years, then I get a good pension. I can't give that up. Anyway, this job is boring, but at least it's easy.\"<br>A: \"Well, you've been here for eight years. You have something to stay for. I've only been here for two years. I can't see myself doing this for another two years. I want to gain more experience in other areas.\"<br>B: \"Have you brought this up to the boss? Maybe you can go into management.\"<br>A: \"They usually want a person with an MBA degree or a person willing to put in 80 hours a week.\"<br>B: \"That's what it takes man. Either this or that.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I better think about what I want. Why didn't you go into management?\"<br>B: \"It would have taken too much time. I have a family that I want to spend time with, so it wasn't worth it for me. But you're single. You can put in a few good years and put yourself in a good position before thinking about settling down.\"<br>A: \"You have a point. I'll see what my options are. Hopefully the manager will help me out with my career.\"<br>B: \"She's pretty cool about that. Just be honest with her and she'll show you some doors.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Thanks for the advice.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Good luck.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=488\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=490\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=312",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What were the most memorable accomplishments in your last position?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What were the most memorable accomplishments in your last position?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S1.mp3\">What were the most memorable accomplishments in your last position?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S2.mp3\">What were the most memorable accomplishments in your last career?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Both of these questions can be answered with the same question. If you do not have much experience, it might be hard to think of a good answer. Also, if your previous job was very simple or followed a regular routine, then a memorable accomplishment might be hard to think about. So take a lot of time to think of anything. Because answering this question with nothing to say is basically the only wrong answer. Here are some ideas. Did you save the company money? Did you create a new process and put it into place? Did you break a sales record? Did you meet a difficult deadline? You can use all of these types of experience for this answer.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S3.mp3\">I remember the day I completed an audit from beginning to end all by myself. Since I was an entry level auditor, this accomplishment really felt good because it was my first major step.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S4.mp3\">One day our director came out of his office asking who wrote up the documentation for ABC firm. I didn't know if he was upset or impressed. I said I did it and he basically said, great job and went back to his office. This was memorable because the director never did this before.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S5.mp3\">The most memorable accomplishment I had as a sales associate for a software company was closing a deal worth $17 million. This was the second largest order our company ever had and it felt like hitting a grand slam.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S6.mp3\">My last position was selling copy machines. I had one month where I broke the sales record for a given month. I think that was a great accomplishment. However, throughout the calendar year, I exceeded the average number of sales by 20% ten out of twelve months. Having a great month is good, but I feel it is a greater accomplishment maintaining solid numbers throughout the whole year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I53/sentence/I53S7.mp3\">I think the greatest accomplishment in my last position was implementing a simple process that reduced the number of broken builds by 20%. Whenever we have a broken build, it slows down work for 20 different people. That puts risk on slipping the ship date. But my process involved following 25 steps prior to building to ensure a successful build. The 25 steps only took 15 minutes to complete and we reduced the number of build breaks significantly. It worked for our product and upper management instructed other groups in our organization to put this process in place. I really felt excited about that accomplishment.</a>\"</span><br><br>These two examples are different. One is for a sales position and the second is for a technical engineer position. Both of them are great accomplishments. Sales is easy to answer because you can just throw out numbers and it sounds good. The second is a little more difficult because you have to explain the situation a little. But make sure you explain your scenario enough so the interviewer can see the significance of your contribution.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=311\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=313\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=425",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/425-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Post Office         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/425-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you buy too many things and you have to send it through the mail, you can go to the post office. If you don't have a box, most post offices sell boxes of all sizes.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S1.mp3\">Do you sell boxes here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S2.mp3\">Can I buy one of those large boxes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S3.mp3\">What is the largest box you sell?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S4.mp3\">How much is the box?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are sending it to a different country, you have to fill out a form. You can either wait until you are ready to send it, or you can fill out the form before going to the counter. They will have blank forms available next to the counter for anyone to take. On the form, you have to specify what you are sending, how much it costs, and the address of where you are sending it to. After filling out the form and packing your box, you are ready to go back to the post office to send it.<br><br>Because the box should already have the address, they will not ask you where you are sending it. The first question they usually ask is how you want to send it. You can send it by boat, and a variety of air mail.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S5.mp3\">How would you like to send it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S6.mp3\">How much is it for air mail?</a>\"</span><br><br>If that is too expensive, you can ask if there is anything cheaper.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S7.mp3\">What is the cheapest way to send it?</a>\"</span><br><br>Because you are sending a box, they have standard questions they ask everyone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S8.mp3\">Are there any perishable food items in the package?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S9.mp3\">Are there any fragile items?</a>\"</span><br><br>They also ask if you want insurance on the package. It's not that expensive so you can ask how much it is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S10.mp3\">Would you like to insure your package?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S11.mp3\">Would you like insurance?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S12.mp3\">How much is it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S13.mp3\">It's $7.16.</a>\"</span><br><br>After everything is determined, they always ask one more question.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S14.mp3\">Do you need any stamps today?</a>\"</span><br><br>That is basically it. Let's cover some general sentences you might need to know in the post office.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S15.mp3\">How much does it cost to send a regular letter to Korea?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S16.mp3\">What is the fastest way to send this mail?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S17.mp3\">What time do you open in the morning?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/sentence/T29S18.mp3\">What time do you close?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=424\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=427\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2078",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2078-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are the chances of + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2078-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>By asking 'what are the chances of' you are wondering how often or in what case would a particular thing happen.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S1.mp3\">What are the chances of getting tickets?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S2.mp3\">What are the chances of that happening?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S3.mp3\">What are the chances of it raining today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S4.mp3\">What are the chances of winning the lottery?</a>\"</span><br><br>When replacing the word 'the' with 'your' or 'our' you can ask what the chances 'personally' that the topic will happen.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S5.mp3\">What are the chances of you staying home today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S6.mp3\">What are your chances of getting the job?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S7.mp3\">What are your chances of improving?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S8.mp3\">What are your chances of moving?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S9.mp3\">What are our chances of staying together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S10.mp3\">What are our chances of working together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E78/sentence/E078S11.mp3\">What are our chances of going together?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2077\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2079\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=212",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #13         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is one person sneezy?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Seasonal allergies<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Got the flu<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Got a cold<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Ate something and went down the wind pipe<br><br>2. What other symptoms are mentioned with allergies?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Runny nose<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Itchy throat<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Watery eyes<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>3. What is the other guy allergic to?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Cat<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Dust<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Alcohol<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>4. What symptoms does he get from cats?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Eyes become bloodshot<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Ears become red<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Body starts to itch all over<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"adcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Seasonal allergies<br>2. All of the above<br>3. Alcohol<br>4. None of the above         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Ahhchooo!\"<br>B: \"You've been sneezing a lot lately. Are you sick or something?\"<br>A: \"No. Every spring time around April, I'm stricken with allergies.\"<br>B: \"I never have seasonal allergies.\"<br>A: \"Consider yourself lucky.\"<br>B: \"What are all the symptoms?\"<br>A: \"Well, as you just saw, I sneeze a lot. Also, my nose becomes very runny, my throat sometimes itches, and my eyes start to water.\"<br>B: \"That doesn't sound good.\"<br>A: \"No it's not. So you don't have any type of allergies?\"<br>B: \"Well, I have a severe allergic reaction to alcohol. It runs in the family.\"<br>A: \"Everyone to some extent is allergic to alcohol.\"<br>B: \"I get it pretty bad. My whole face turns red, including my ears. My eyes become bloodshot, and I start to itch all over my body.\"<br>A: \"That's pretty bad.\"<br>B: \"But that doesn't stop me from drinking. Hahaha.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=211\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=213\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=490",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/490-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to the Boss         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/490-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Unless you are the owner of the company, you will have a boss. This lesson will cover all English you need to know to express what you want to say to your boss. This will include asking for feedback, explanation, showing frustration, asking for more work, and more.<br><br>If you are doing a project and you want your manager to review it before submitting it, then you can ask the manager in several ways.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S1.mp3\">Did you want to review my project?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S2.mp3\">I just completed the assignment. Did you want to review it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S3.mp3\">This is my first project and I was wondering if you could review it real quick?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S4.mp3\">I think I covered all the bases, but could you do a quick check.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are new at your job, then it is good to ask for feedback. This can be done when you complete a project or after several months on the job. Some companies have a process in place where you have a weekly one on one meeting with your manager. You can use this time to talk about your work and anything else on your mind. If you don't have a weekly meeting, then you might have to set up a time with your manager to discuss your progress.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S5.mp3\">Hi Roger, can we set up a time to discuss my progress so far?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S6.mp3\">I was wondering if we can meet to discuss how I am doing.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are doing work that doesn't include projects or assignments, then you can't ask for feedback on the work you completed. But you can ask how you have been doing in the last several months.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S7.mp3\">Can I get some feedback on my performance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S8.mp3\">Where do you think I need to improve?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S9.mp3\">What areas do you think I should work on?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have a project you completed, you can ask for feedback on the project. But make sure you give your manager enough time to review the work before asking for feedback.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S10.mp3\">Did you finish reviewing my project I completed?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S11.mp3\">Hi Mark, this was my first project, and I wanted to know how I did so I can improve.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S12.mp3\">Where do you think I could have done better?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S13.mp3\">Is there any areas that I could have done better?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S14.mp3\">What should I do better for next time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B45/sentence/B45S15.mp3\">What areas did I do well, and what areas did I do poorly.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=489\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=491\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=313",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why do you want to leave your current job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why do you want to leave your current job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S1.mp3\">Why do you want to leave your current job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are many wrong answers to this question. Some of them include saying things like, I hate my job, I hate the company, I'm not appreciated there, I hate my boss, I'm sick of working there, etc. Basically, anything negative is a bad answer. If you say something negative, they will think you will eventually get into that situation again while working for them. So I highly recommend you have a good answer that leaves a positive impression while displaying good traits.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S2.mp3\">I want to find a company with more opportunities. My previous company was very small and didn't have opportunities for growth. After learning about the work environment here, I felt this is exactly the type of place I want to work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S3.mp3\">My current company is very large and it's difficult to do different tasks. We have routine work that never changes. I want to work in an environment where I can utilize more of my skills.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S4.mp3\">Our family moved to live near a better school district for our children. This area is great and I want to find a job closer to my new home. My previous job was too far away to commute.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I54/sentence/I54S5.mp3\">I really enjoy what I'm doing, but I feel I'm following a routine. I looked around for more opportunities to grow, but because the company is small, I'm very limited. I want to work in an environment that will help me realize my full potential and a place I can contribute everything I'm capable of doing. My current job doesn't provide these things for me and that's why I want to work here. I know ABC Company has a lot of opportunities for growth and encourages employees to take on challenging projects to learn more. That is what I'm looking for.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer shows a couple of good traits. It also shows excitement and mentions the company name. It is personal and direct. This is a generic answer so you can use this if you want. If you decide to think of your own, make sure it displays good traits and the reason for wanting to leave your current job is not a negative reason.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=312\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=314\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=427",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Store and More - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you need help finding anything?\"<br>B: \"I'm looking for this shirt in a small.\"<br>A: \"Let me see if we have any in the back.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"I found a couple. Here you go.\"<br>B: \"Thank you. Do you sell belts here?\"<br>A: \"Yes. They are on the other side of the counter there.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"You're welcome. Let me know if you need anything else.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you have disposable cameras?\"<br>B: \"Yes. They are next to the film on aisle 6A.\"<br>A: \"Which way is 6A?\"<br>B: \"Two rows that way.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thank you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T29/practice/T29P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. I would like to send this to Korea.\"<br>B: \"How would you like to send it?\"<br>A: \"What is the price difference?\"<br>B: \"You can send it priority airmail for $17.68 or regular airmail for $13.95.\"<br>A: \"I'll send it through regular airmail.\"<br>B: \"Is there any food items in here?\"<br>A: \"No.\"<br>B: \"Is there any firearms or explosives?\"<br>A: \"No.\"<br>B: \"Is there anything fragile?\"<br>A: \"No.\"<br>B: \"Would you like to insure the contents?\"<br>A: \"How much is insurance?\"<br>B: \"For $200, it comes to $3.76.\"<br>A: \"Yes please.\"<br>B: \"Do you need any stamps today?\"<br>A: \"No thank you.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Your total is $18.63.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=425\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=428\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2079",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2079-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         There is something wrong with + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2079-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are informing someone that there is something not right or out of the ordinary.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S1.mp3\">There is something wrong with my laptop.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S2.mp3\">There is something wrong with my car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S3.mp3\">There is something wrong with my cell phone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S4.mp3\">There is something wrong with my head.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S5.mp3\">There is something wrong with your answering machine.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S6.mp3\">There is something wrong with your way of thinking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S7.mp3\">There is something wrong with your attitude.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S8.mp3\">There is something wrong with your dog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S9.mp3\">There is something wrong with our relationship.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E79/sentence/E079S10.mp3\">There is something wrong with our alarm clock.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2078\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2080\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=491",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/491-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Asking for more work         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/491-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Most companies will have so much work that you will never run out of things to do. But there are times when you don't have enough to do. In this situation, you should ask your manager to give you more work.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S1.mp3\">Hi Mark, I finished all my weekly duties already. Do you have more work I can do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S2.mp3\">I've been completing my work early on a regular basis. Can I have more responsibilities?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S3.mp3\">I have a lot of extra time. I usually double check all my work, but that doesn't take much time. Is there any additional work I can do?</a>\"</span><br><br>Although asking for more work is a good sign of being productive, there is actually something better. Instead of asking for more work, find the extra work without asking. After you find something to do, then tell your manager that you want to do the work.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S4.mp3\">I had extra time on my hands so I started investigating the network problem. If you don't mind, I would like to work on this project to help the office productivity around here.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are a manager, would you want someone asking you what to do, or would you prefer a worker who found a problem and wants to fix it. I have had people ask me for more work and it is stressful trying to think of something. I am busy and don't have that much time to find extra work. If a worker identifies more work to do, then I would appreciate it that much more.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S5.mp3\">I have been completing my work a day early every week. I know the reference material has been sitting there for some time. Would you like me to do that project, or did you want to assign another project to me?</a>\"</span><br><br>Although having extra time to do more work is a good situation to be in, there might be times when you have too much work. Here are a couple of sentences to ask for help.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S6.mp3\">Hi Mark, the addition we made to the project made it difficult to complete by myself. If the deadline doesn't change, I will need some help to complete it. Can you assign someone to help me out?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S7.mp3\">I have spent every minute on this project and have been putting in serious overtime. This project is a lot bigger than we anticipated. I am going to need some help to complete it on time. Do you have anyone available to help me?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B46/sentence/B46S8.mp3\">The Alpha project has been eating so much of my time that I didn't have much time to work on the Beta project. Is there anyone with extra bandwidth to help me finish the Beta project?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=490\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=492\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=213",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #14         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How many months has Julie been on a diet?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 1 month<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 2 months<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 3 months<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 6 months<br><br>2. How much weight did Julie lose so far?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 5 pounds<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 15 pounds<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 20 pounds<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 25 pounds<br><br>3. What was the main tip Julie got from her trainer?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Eat less<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Exercise more<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Eat 2 times a day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Eat 5 times a day<br><br>4. Does Julie think Barbara should try this?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No. Julie thinks Barbara doesn't need to go on a diet<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> No. It wouldn't work for someone like Barbara<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Yes. Barbara is much fatter than Julie and needs to go on a diet<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Yes. Barbara is similar to Julie so she should use the same plan<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbda\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. 2 months<br>2. 15 pounds<br>3. Eat 5 times a day<br>4. No. Julie thinks Barbara doesn't need to go on a diet         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi Barbara. Have you lost weight?\"<br>B: \"Hi Julie. Yeah. I've been on a diet for a couple of months now.\"<br>A: \"Wow. You look great.\"<br>B: \"Thanks for noticing.\"<br>A: \"What type of diet were you on?\"<br>B: \"I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating. With a combination of eating better and exercising, I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months.\"<br>A: \"That's amazing. What tips did your trainer give you?\"<br>B: \"Mostly on how to exercise, but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits. Instead of eating 3 times a day, she told me to eat 5 times a day.\"<br>A: \"That doesn't make sense. If you eat more, than how do you lose weight?\"<br>B: \"Actually, I'm eating the same amount. I eat 5 smaller meals a day. Basically, it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I'm going to try that.\"<br>B: \"You don't need to lose weight.\"<br>A: \"I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of.\"<br>B: \"Ah... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for the advice.\"<br>B: \"No problem.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=212\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=214\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=314",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I55/sentence/I55S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Where did you tell your boss you were going?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Where did you tell your boss you were going?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I55/sentence/I55S1.mp3\">Where did you tell your boss you were going?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I55/sentence/I55S2.mp3\">Where does your boss think you are?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I highly doubt you will be asked this question. But it is true that interviews are conducted during office hours. That means if you are employed, then you will have to have a reason for not working. There are a couple of options. If the interview is less than two hours, you can schedule one during lunch time. If so, you can say you told your boss that you had to take care of some personal matters and you are taking an extended lunch. Another option is to tell the interviewer that your boss is aware of your interview schedule. But make sure it is true. I don't know what the best way to answer this question. But if I had to respond to this question, I would answer by saying I'm taking a personal day, or a vacation day. But make sure you don't say you are using a sick day. That is a complete lie and the interviewer will see that you are willing to lie for your personal gain.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I55/sentence/I55S3.mp3\">I wasn't required to tell my boss because I used one of my vacation days to be here. I'm really excited to have this interview opportunity and using a vacation day was very well worth it.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is turning an awkward question into an opportunity to show enthusiasm for the interview and the company. This is a key example where little things count. By adding the last sentence, the interviewer is sure to remember your answer more. That is because he or she will see your enthusiasm and excitement. If all the answers are the same, this one will be sure to stand out. When interviewing, everyone has similar answers. The key is to find opportunities to put in little extra comments to give you the advantage.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=313\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=315\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=428",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/428-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to Strangers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/428-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many opportunities to talk with strangers. If you are waiting for a bus, or if you are waiting in line, strangers start talking to each other. Another opportunity is if you are on a ferry or in the park sitting on a bench. Basically, opportunities can come everywhere. You should practice this section if you want to talk with different people. Talking to strangers require a lot of small talk. You can study more about small talk in the English Lesson section. For now, we will cover things like talking about where you came from.<br><br>If you look like a tourist, some people will ask where you are from. This is just a way to get to know strangers. It's quite common to talk with strangers here. Here are some questions you might hear.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S1.mp3\">Are you visiting from somewhere?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S2.mp3\">Yes. I'm visiting from Korea.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S3.mp3\">Are you on vacation here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S4.mp3\">Yes. I'm taking a vacation from Korea.</a>\"</span><br><br>It's very common for strangers to talk to each other if you are at a tourist location. For example, if you are at Disney Land and you are sitting down, someone next to you might ask some questions assuming you are visiting from somewhere.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S5.mp3\">How are you enjoying your vacation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S6.mp3\">I'm having a great time. How about you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S7.mp3\">It's pretty fun here. Are you having a good time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S8.mp3\">This is a great place. I'm having a lot of fun. Are you having fun?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S9.mp3\">Are you here with your family?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S10.mp3\">I'm here with my wife and 2 kids. They are so excited to be here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S11.mp3\">My kids love this place. This is our third time here. Have you been here before?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T30/sentence/T30S12.mp3\">This is my first time here. I always wanted to come and I'm having a great time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=427\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=429\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2080",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2080-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Let's not + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2080-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'let's' is formed from the words 'let us.' Here you are requesting that something not take place at this moment or that what is happening needs to be contained or lessened.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S1.mp3\">Let's not discuss this now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S2.mp3\">Let's not stay here too long.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S3.mp3\">Let's not stop anywhere on the way.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S4.mp3\">Let's not remain mad at each other.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S5.mp3\">Let's not meddle in other people's business.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S6.mp3\">Let us not get too excited.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S7.mp3\">Let us not worry too much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S8.mp3\">Let us not interrupt them when they are talking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S9.mp3\">Let us help you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E80/sentence/E080S10.mp3\">Let us get that for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2079\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2081\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=315",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I56/sentence/I56S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you currently employed at the last place listed on your resume?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you currently employed at the last place listed on your resume?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I56/sentence/I56S1.mp3\">Are you currently employed at the last place listed on your resume?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a simple yes or no answer. I do not recommend lying. They can find out and if they catch you lying, then you lost your chance at this job. The reason this question is important is because someone who is currently employed appears to be a better candidate than someone who doesn't have a job. I do not believe it is true that an employed person is better qualified for any job, but it is one of those things that most people grew up with. If you are currently employed, then simply answer yes. You don't have to say anything else. If no, then you can say something to justify your reason for not having a job. But make sure it is a good reason. Otherwise, it might be better to simply answer, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I56/sentence/I56S2.mp3\">No, I'm not currently employed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=314\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=316\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=492",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/492-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Complaining and Showing Frustration         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/492-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Showing frustration is ok if you do it right. If you are frustrated and you start complaining, then the manager will either think you are not capable of doing your work, or the manager will realize that you have way too much work. So it is important how you complain and how you show your frustration.<br><br>Showing frustration because of your mistake is ok to do. It shows that you are upset at yourself and that you can't believe you made a mistake. So it is indicating to the manager that you are not going to screw up again. Hopefully you won't screw anything up, but just in case, here are some ways to show your frustration.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B47/sentence/B47S1.mp3\">I can't believe I messed that up. I don't think I am stupid, but this is suggesting otherwise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B47/sentence/B47S2.mp3\">I am so frustrated at myself. How did I not catch that?</a>\"</span><br><br>Complaining about someone else is not good. But if you are so frustrated and you have to tell your manager, take a deep breath, calm yourself down, and say something like my example as calmly as you can.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B47/sentence/B47S3.mp3\">It's frustrating working with Tim. I'm doing everything I can to help and I am trying to be understanding, but he is slowing our project down immensely.</a>\"</span><br><br>The best kind of frustration is when the manager knows exactly what you are talking about. If the manager is frustrated as well, then he or she will completely understand. An example of this is when you are working with another company and they are not doing their work properly.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B47/sentence/B47S4.mp3\">I'm having a hard time working with ABC Company. They are always late and the work they do has numerous errors. It is really frustrating because I have to spend a great deal of time proof reading the material. I recommend not giving ABC Company any more work.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=491\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=493\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=214",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #15         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why did they start talking about dieting?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They looked at themselves in the mirror<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They need to lose weight for a school dance party<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They saw a skinny girl that was on a diet<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They saw a picture of a skinny model<br><br>2. How many different diets has one of the girl been on?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 1<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 3<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 4<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Too many to count<br><br>3. Why is one girl reluctant to go on a diet?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Does feel she needs to<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Likes to eat ice cream too much<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Just completed one diet and wants a break<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Doesn't think she can benefit from a diet<br><br>4. When are they going to start?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Very soon, probably tomorrow<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Very soon, next week<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Next month after school is over<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> During summer break<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccba\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. They saw a skinny girl that was on a diet<br>2. 4<br>3. Likes to eat ice cream too much<br>4. Very soon, probably tomorrow         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Can you believe her? She is not even a hundred pounds and she is going off on how she wants to go on a diet.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. If I was as small as her, I wouldn't think about going on a diet.\"<br>A: \"Me too. But what are we going to do? I have been on 4 different diets and I can't seem to lose weight.\"<br>B: \"That's because you don't exercise. If you were more active, you wouldn't have a dieting problem.\"<br>A: \"What do you know? You are over weight too.\"<br>B: \"I'm not on a diet though.\"<br>A: \"I know. But I don't have someone to diet with. If we help each other and motivate each other, then I think we can lose some weight.\"<br>B: \"I like ice cream too much though.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. You'll feel better and look better and as a reward you can eat a little bit of ice cream here and there.\"<br>B: \"It does sound appealing.\"<br>A: \"It's a great idea. I can't believe I didn't think of this earlier. Going on a diet with a friend to back you up is a great way to succeed.\"<br>B: \"Okay. I'm in. Let's do it.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll get our plan started right away.\"<br>B: \"Can we start tomorrow though?\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=213\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=215\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=429",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/429-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Starting a Conversation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/429-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The best time to start a conversation is when you are next to someone who is not moving. You can't start talking to someone walking away from you. Then you are bothering them by making them stop. But if you are sitting down on a bench and someone is next to you, or you are at a beach and someone is close by, you can start a conversation by saying something generic. Here are some conversation starting sentences. But after you make your first sentence, you should see by their reaction if they want to continue the conversation or not. If they appear a little rude, then stop talking to them. You don't have to say anything to stop talking. They don't expect you to. They expect you to not say another word. But if they ask a question back, and they seem friendly, then you can continue with the conversation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S1.mp3\">The weather is so nice today. Are you from around here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S2.mp3\">How is your day going so far?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S3.mp3\">There are a lot of people out here today. Is this normal?</a>\"</span><br><br>An easy way to start talking is when you notice something such as their kids, family, or a dog they might be with.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S4.mp3\">Are you here with your family?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S5.mp3\">Are you on vacation?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S6.mp3\">Are those your kids? They're so cute?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/sentence/T31S7.mp3\">What kind of dog is that?</a>\"</span><br><br>It's much easier if they start the conversation. If they make a comment or ask a question, then you know that they would like to talk.<br><br>Finally, it's common for these types of conversation to last only a couple of minutes. So don't feel bad or feel pressured to keep the conversation alive.<br><br>There isn't that much more to tell you about speaking with strangers. The best way to understand what types of things are said in a stranger to stranger conversation is to hear a couple of examples. I will give a couple examples to help you understand more.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=428\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=432\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2081",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2081-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Let's say that + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2081-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Let's' is a contraction for 'let us.' You are suggesting to someone that you should both agree on what you will communicate to someone else.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S1.mp3\">Let's say that you love to fish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S2.mp3\">Let's say we found it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S3.mp3\">Let's say that we enjoy being with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S4.mp3\">Let's say that we had a good time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S5.mp3\">Let's say that it's hard to decide.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S6.mp3\">Let's say that we have to go.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S7.mp3\">Let's say that we can host.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S8.mp3\">Let's say that I have to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E81/sentence/E081S9.mp3\">Let's say that the movie was really good.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2080\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2082\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=316",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What is the title of the person you report to? What responsibilities does he or she have?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What is the title of the person you report to?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S1.mp3\">What is the title of the person you report to? What responsibilities does he or she have?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a trick question for people who are giving them a bigger title. An interviewer will know what you really did by finding out what your manager does. For someone who didn't prepare for this question, he or she will fall into a trap. Let's say a person said he or she was a manager. If the interviewer asks this question and the person responds by saying similar types of responsibilities, then something is wrong. Why do you have the same responsibilities as your manager? To prepare for this question, make sure you answer that your manager did higher level work than your own. The work that you mention you did should be showing off your skills, but your manager should have even greater responsibilities. Then it really shows how high you are. The example I'm going to give represents me as a Group Program Manager.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S2.mp3\">He was a sales manager. His duties included scheduling, customer support, and managing a group of 15 sales associates.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S3.mp3\">My manager had a supervisor title. He was in charge of distributing work to staff auditors, reviewing final audits, scheduling business trips, and he also performed audits as well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S4.mp3\">My manager had the title Test Manager. She was in charge of delivering high quality features for each software application. She planned each project giving a timeline of completion, worked with management from different groups to make sure quality is assured, and provided direction to our team of 20 testers.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I57/sentence/I57S5.mp3\">The title of the person I report to is Product Unit Manager. The Product Unit Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire project. He uses the information from Test, Development, and Program managers to make sure the project is on line. He also is the person representing our whole group and reports progress to the vice president of our organization. He provides high level guidance and direction making sure we are following our mission statement. Other people who report to him are the Development manager and the Group Program manager.</a>\"</span><br><br>The more details you provide the better your answer. It ensures you are telling the truth and that you are aware of what you need to be able to do to take the next step up. Finally, a great way to answer this question is to know what position you are applying for and then list off the responsibilities of the person you would be reporting to if you got hired. That will make the interviewer think that you have very similar or exact experience for the job you are applying for.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=315\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=317\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=596",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/596-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Examinations - More Information         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/596-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S1.mp3\">Was the final exam short answer questions, or was it multiple choice?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S2.mp3\">It was multiple choice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S3.mp3\">Neither. The exam had 2 long essay questions.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S4.mp3\">Did you have any pop-quizzes in your geology class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S5.mp3\">We had 3 pop-quizzes in that class. Luckily, only five percent counts toward the final grade.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S6.mp3\">Fortunately we didn't have any.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S7.mp3\">How much time did you get to write your research paper?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S8.mp3\">We had two months to write the research paper.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S9.mp3\">How often did you have a quiz?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S10.mp3\">Once a week.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S11.mp3\">What day did you take your final?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S12.mp3\">I took the final last Monday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S13.mp3\">I didn't take it yet. I take the final tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S14.mp3\">The syllabus for the econ class says you have six exams. What were they like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S15.mp3\">It was pretty easy because they only covered 2 chapters. If you keep up, then you shouldn't have a hard time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S16.mp3\">Does Professor Giles use old exam questions for his tests?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S17.mp3\">He always creates new test questions so old ones will not help you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S18.mp3\">Can I borrow your old exams for Intermediate Accounting? I want to use the questions to test myself before the real exam.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S19.mp3\">Sure, I have it in my dormitory. I'll bring them tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S20.mp3\">He didn't return the exams, so I don't have them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S21.mp3\">What were the long essay questions on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S22.mp3\">Both questions were on supply and demand. Make sure you know that stuff inside and out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S23.mp3\">I was thinking about buying the study supplement for the engineering class. Do you think it will help?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/sentence/L51S24.mp3\">I highly recommend it. I didn't have it for the first exam, and I got a B-. But after I studied with the supplement, I aced the next test.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=595\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=597\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=590",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/590-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Classes - Professors and Curriculum         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/590-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S1.mp3\">How is Professor Johnson?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S2.mp3\">Is Professor Smith an easy grader?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S3.mp3\">What is Professor Lee like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S4.mp3\">Would you take another class from Professor Jackson again?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S5.mp3\">How many exams did you have to take in Sociology 121?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S6.mp3\">What's the curriculum for Chemistry 101?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S7.mp3\">Do you have to give any presentations in journalism class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S8.mp3\">What do you do in poetry class?</a>\"</span><br><br>If somebody asks you these types of questions, you can answer like the following:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S9.mp3\">Professor Johnson is so uptight. He's always lecturing and never allows students to ask any questions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S10.mp3\">Professor Johnson is a brilliant professor. I learned so much from him.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S11.mp3\">No way. He is such a hard grader. I was expecting a 3.7, but it turns out that I got a 3.1. Can you believe that?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S12.mp3\">His grading system is messed up. He grades according to how much he likes you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S13.mp3\">He's a difficult grader.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S14.mp3\">He's an easy grader.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S15.mp3\">So far, I have taken 2 classes from Professor Jackson. I'm going to take every class he offers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S16.mp3\">I wouldn't recommend Professor Jackson. His classes are so boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S17.mp3\">He's an idiot. He doesn't know anything.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S18.mp3\">There were just two exams... the midterm and the final.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S19.mp3\">There is an exam ever other week. It was hard, but at least it prevented me from cramming.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S20.mp3\">The curriculum is pretty basic. We have two days of lecture, two days of lab, and one day of discussions. Every now and then we have a quiz, but it's pretty routine.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S21.mp3\">In journalism, we have to give a presentation 3 times during the course. I didn't mind it, but a lot of other students were complaining.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L46/sentence/L46S22.mp3\">We had two presentations, but they were pretty easy. It was the writing that was hard.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=589\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=591\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=215",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #16         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What are the two guys talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A fat girl that walked by<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A pretty girl in a red shirt<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The swim suit models in the new magazine<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Movies stars with perfect bodies<br><br>2. What is the meaning of \"chicken\" in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To fly like a bird<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To speak with a chirp<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To be scared<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Someone who eats chicken every day<br><br>3. What feeling is used to describe how one guy feels when he talks to girls?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He gets anxious<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He gets excited<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He gets nervous<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He gets emotional<br><br>4. What will the guy do after this conversation is over?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Look for other pretty girls<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Try to talk to the pretty girl<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go home depressed and drunk<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Drink more to get the courage to talk to girls<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bccb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. A pretty girl in a red shirt<br>2. To be scared<br>3. He gets nervous<br>4. Try to talk to the pretty girl         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"You see that chick over there?\"<br>B: \"The one in the red shirt?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Isn't she hot?\"<br>B: \"She's alright.\"<br>A: \"Just alright?!? She's hot!\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go talk to her?\"<br>A: \"You think she's out of my league?\"<br>B: \"Hell no! You're just a chicken that's all.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. I get nervous when I talk to girls.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go stand next to her for awhile and if an opportunity comes up, strike a conversation.\"<br>A: \"What do I talk about?\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter. You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that.\"<br>A: \"I don't know...\"<br>B: \"Do you want me to go talk to her?\"<br>A: \"No. Stay away from her.\"<br>B: \"If you don't do anything, I'll bet somebody else will.\"<br>A: \"Ok already. I'll try.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=214\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=216\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=793",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Ask Mary to help you with your homework. She <i><b>knows calculus inside out</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Know something inside out         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Have knowledge of every detail of something.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: There are two sides of a flat object like a coin. There is also an inside or outside to many objects. This phrase is saying you know both sides, which indicates knowing everything about it.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S1.mp3\">Ask Mary to help you with your homework. She <i><b>knows calculus inside out</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S2.mp3\">If you got the answer from Matt, I would trust it. He <i><b>knows that stuff inside out</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S3.mp3\">I'm having trouble with my car. I can't seem to figure out what's wrong with it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S4.mp3\">You should ask James about it.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S5.mp3\">Does he know a lot about cars?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S6.mp3\">He's a mechanic. He <i><b>knows the car engine inside out</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S7.mp3\">I know that theory like the back of my hand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S8.mp3\">I can perform those steps with my eyes closed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P26/sentence/P26S9.mp3\">I know each step by heart.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=792\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=794\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=432",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Talking to Strangers - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"It's a nice day.\"<br>B: \"Yes. It is a beautiful day.\"<br>A: \"Do you live around here or are you visiting?\"<br>B: \"I am on vacation from Korea.\"<br>A: \"That's cool. Are you having a good time?\"<br>B: \"Yes. There are many things to see and I'm taking a lot of pictures. Do live in this city?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm just here with my kids. They wanted to come to the park today.\"<br>B: \"What's a good place to visit in this city?\"<br>A: \"Where have you been so far?\"<br>B: \"This was my first stop. I was going to look at my maps.\"<br>A: \"I recommend going to the water front in downtown. They have a ferry you can ride, some good restaurants, and a good beach for a walk.\"<br>B: \"How do I get there from here?\"<br>A: \"You see Jackson street over there? Go straight for 10 blocks. When you see 5th Avenue, turn left. Follow the street for about 3 miles and you should see it.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. I'll go check it out. It was nice talking to you.\"<br>A: \"It was nice meeting you. Have a good time.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Are there so many people here all the time?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. This is my first time here.\"<br>A: \"Me too. I think this is a great place.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I think so too.\"<br>A: \"Where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm visiting from Cleveland, Ohio. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm from Seoul, Korea.\"<br>B: \"How long are you visiting for?\"<br>A: \"For 2 weeks. I went to San Francisco and Los Angeles. I want to see the Grand Canyon before I go. I'll probably visit Grand Canyon on Monday.\"<br>B: \"Ah, looks like you are having a great time.\"<br>A: \"Yes I am. How long are you visiting for?\"<br>B: \"I am only here for three days. My kids have been wanting to come to Disneyland for a long time.\"<br>A: \"That's great.\"<br>B: \"Oh. My family is waiting for me. I hope you enjoy your stay in America.\"<br>A: \"Thank you. It was nice meeting you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T31/practice/T31P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"That's such a cute dog. What kind is it?\"<br>B: \"He's a cocker spaniel.\"<br>A: \"I have a terrier at home. What's his name?\"<br>B: \"His name is Buffy.\"<br>A: \"Hi Buffy. You're so cute. Do you come here for a walk often?\"<br>B: \"About 3 times a week. It's a good walk and Buffy likes it too.\"<br>A: \"It's a great place for a walk. I wish I had a trail like this at home.\"<br>B: \"Where are you from?\"<br>A: \"I'm visiting from Korea. I live in the city so there aren't many places like this.\"<br>B: \"I guess that's one thing good about suburban life.\"<br>A: \"I wouldn't mind the slower pace of life. I am always in a hurry. That's why I wanted to come and relax.\"<br>B: \"That's good. How long are you staying for?\"<br>A: \"I'm here for about three weeks. Oh, it looks like Buffy wants to go.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Well, it was nice meeting you. I hope you have a good time here.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. It was nice talking to you.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=429\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2082",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2082-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         There's no need to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2082-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'there's' is a contraction of the words 'there is' or 'there has.' When expressing 'no need' you are stating that the action does not need to take place.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S1.mp3\">There's no need to worry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S2.mp3\">There's no need to be upset.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S3.mp3\">There's no need to act so strange.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S4.mp3\">There's no need to act so shy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S5.mp3\">There's no need to rush off.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S6.mp3\">There's no need to talk now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S7.mp3\">There is no need to call this late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S8.mp3\">There is no need to bother him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S9.mp3\">There is no need to run away.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E82/sentence/E082S10.mp3\">There is no need to stop now.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2081\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2083\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=317",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>In your previous position, how much time did you spend on the phone?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         In your previous position, how much time did you spend ...         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S1.mp3\">In your previous position, how much time did you spend on the phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S2.mp3\">In your previous position, how much time did you spend in meetings?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S3.mp3\">In your previous position, how much time did you spend working by yourself?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S4.mp3\">In your previous position, how much time did you spend working in a team?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>These questions all depend on the type of position you are applying for. If the position is a product support position, then time spent on the phone is going to be large. Let's say your previous work involved working alone a lot, and the position you are applying for requires a lot of teamwork. Even though you worked by yourself a lot, you should emphasize the work you did in teams. If this is the situation, then I would say I did a combination of both.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I58/sentence/I58S5.mp3\">In my last position, we had large projects that involved multiple people. We had meetings to discuss the project and worked in teams whenever it involved overlap of feature. After the meetings and working with the team, I was required to finish my work by myself. So it was quite balanced between meetings, team work and working by myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is not an extravagant answer, but it definitely shows that this person is capable of working in groups and working alone. Most office work requires a combination of working in groups and alone, but if your situation is different, then answer according to what the interviewer wants to hear.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=316\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=318\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=597",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Examinations - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Did you already take the history exam?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It was hard. When do you take it?\"<br>A: \"I take it tomorrow morning. There is so much material, that I don't know what to emphasize on. What types of questions did you get?\"<br>B: \"Mostly on the civil war. You should also study the impact Martin Luther King Jr. had on American society.\"<br>A: \"How about Abraham Lincoln? Did you get any questions about him?\"<br>B: \"I only had 1 question about him. But you might get more. I don't know if he will have the same exam or not.\"<br>A: \"Hopefully he will use the same exam, cause I'm going to spend most of my time studying the civil war. It is a huge section and that is what he lectured the most on in class.\"<br>B: \"If you can't study everything, then that is probably the best way to go.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Thanks for the info. I gotta go to the library now.\"<br>B: \"Good luck.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. See ya.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. You look tired. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"It's finals week and I have been up all night studying.\"<br>A: \"How many exams do you have left?\"<br>B: \"Three more to go?\"<br>A: \"Have you been keeping up, or are you cramming everything?\"<br>B: \"If I was keeping up, I wouldn't be needing to stay up all night.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha ha. Looks like you are in for a tough week.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. How about you? What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"I finished my last final this morning.\"<br>B: \"So you're completely done?\"<br>A: \"No. I have one more report that is due this Friday. I haven't started it yet, but it shouldn't be too tough.\"<br>B: \"How many pages do you have to write?\"<br>A: \"It's a 10 page paper on habitual behavior for psychology 211.\"<br>B: \"You wanna take one of my exams for me?\"<br>A: \"I would if I could, but you know that's not possible.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I know.\"<br>A: \"If you need help with your chemistry class, I can help you over the weekend.\"<br>B: \"That would be great.\"<br>A: \"Let's get together Saturday around lunch time.\"<br>B: \"You don't know how much this means to me. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"Don't mention it. I'll see you on Saturday.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=596\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=598\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=216",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #17         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is Jack going to ask Martha?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get married<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To be his girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To go fishing with her father<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To borrow her father's car<br><br>2. What does it mean \"to have balls\"?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To like sports<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To be frightened of everything<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To be brave<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To be a coach of a sporting team<br><br>3. How is Jack going to ask Martha?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Ask her in a restaurant<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Ask her in a public area<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Ask her father in front of her<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. When did Jack decide to ask this question?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> About 2 weeks ago<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> About a month ago<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Last night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Today<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"acca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. To get married<br>2. To be brave<br>3. Ask her father in front of her<br>4. About 2 weeks ago         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Hey Matt. I'm going to ask Martha to marry me?\"<br>A: \"Really? When did you decide this?\"<br>B: \"I always knew she was the one, but I decided to pop the big question about 2 weeks ago. I'm just debating on how to do it.\"<br>A: \"That's exciting man.\"<br>B: \"So how did you propose?\"<br>A: \"You shouldn't use my example. It wasn't special. I kind of wish I made it more special but it's too late now.\"<br>B: \"What do you think I should do?\"<br>A: \"There are a lot of options. You can surprise her over dinner, or ask her in a public area, or if you have the balls, ask her father in front of her.\"<br>B: \"I never thought about that.\"<br>A: \"Thought about what?\"<br>B: \"Asking her father in front of her. How do you think she will react?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. You should know how she's going to react. She is your girlfriend.\"<br>B: \"I think that's the idea I was looking for. Thanks man.\"<br>A: \"Don't mention it. Good luck. You're going to need it.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=215\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=217\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Talking to the Boss - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Matt, I finished the assignment on the documents. Did you get a chance to review them?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I already reviewed them. It was pretty good.\"<br>A: \"Since it was my first project, I was wondering if I can get some feedback.\"<br>B: \"Well, you finished the project on time. And seeing how it was your first assignment, you did very well.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. If it wasn't my first assignment, where do you think I need to improve?\"<br>B: \"That's a fair question... I think you could have spent a little more time documenting the difference between Process A and Process B. You showed a lot of the similarities, but lacking a little on the differences.\"<br>A: \"I'll keep that in mind. How about the structure? I changed the template a little because I wanted to add a section for recommendation.\"<br>B: \"I liked the addition. Usually people just enter it into the comment section on the bottom but having a clear section makes it stand out. That was good.\"<br>A: \"Was there anything else? I like to get feedback early so I can improve.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Everything else on the assignment was great. The only other tip I can give you is sending me more updates. If I knew you were stuck on section C for a while, I could have saved you a lot of time. So keep me aware on your status.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I'll do that. Thanks for the feedback.\"<br>B: \"Don't mention it. And good job on the assignment.\"<br>A: \"Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/practice/B48P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Mark. I completed Project A and didn't have anything else to work on. Should I find something to do, or did you have something lined up?\"<br>B: \"I won't have another assignment for you until next Monday. What will you be doing until then?\"<br>A: \"I'm not sure, I was thinking about investigating the reporting issue we are having, but that's a low priority now. But if there is nothing else to do, it might be good to finally fix that.\"<br>B: \"How about John? He told me that he needed a little help on Project C. Why don't you ask him if he still needs help? If not, then check out the reporting issue.\"<br>A: \"John? I've been meaning to talk to you about him.\"<br>B: \"What's the problem?\"<br>A: \"I don't want to be out of line, but he's very difficult to work with. He looks over my shoulder all the time and doesn't like how I am doing things.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. He is like that. I appreciate your feedback, and you are not the first to bring this up. Although he is difficult, he does get a lot of work done around here.\"<br>A: \"I completely agree, and I will continue to work with him as well as I can. I just thought I should let you know instead of keeping it bottled up.\"<br>B: \"I appreciate your honesty. But for now, you're going to have to tolerate his methods a little longer. I'll see if the director is willing to have a talk with John about this problem.\"<br>A: \"Ok. Well, I'll go see what type of help John needs. If there is nothing, I'll work on the reporting problem. Either way, I'll send you an email letting you know what I am working on.\"<br>B: \"That would be perfect. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=493\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=495\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It takes + (time) + to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2083-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are letting someone know how long it will take to do a particular thing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S1.mp3\">It takes one hour to get there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S2.mp3\">It takes forty-five minutes for me to get ready.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S3.mp3\">It takes four quarters to complete a football game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S4.mp3\">It takes 7 seconds for my car to go 60 miles per hour.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S5.mp3\">It takes all day for us to finish golfing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S6.mp3\">It takes years to learn to play guitar.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S7.mp3\">It takes 15 minutes to get to downtown.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E83/sentence/E083S8.mp3\">It takes me one hour to cook.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2082\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2084\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=598",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/598-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Roommate - Dormitory         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/598-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>While in school it is common to have a roommate when you are in the dormitory. In the States, it's also common to share an apartment with a roommate. This lesson will cover the English you will need to talk to your roommate. Of course you can talk about many things, but I will specifically target this lesson towards roommate stuff.<br><br><b>Dormitory Roommate</b><br><br>When you first go into a dormitory, you will either be greeted by the person already there, or you will have to greet someone that is coming later than you. Most dormitories have one room for two people. After the dormitory section, I will cover living in an apartment with a roommate.<br><br>When you arrive to the dormitory, you can usually engage in small talk first. Most of the time, you have to get to know one another. Talk is initiated by both parties simultaneously. You can ask questions like where they came from, what year they are in, or what they like to do. But besides that, you have to find out the living habits of each other. After you engage in small talk, you can ask these questions:<br><br>It's important to know the sleeping habits of your roommate, so ask if they are a night person or a morning person.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S1.mp3\">So, are you a night owl or a morning bird?</a>\"</span><br><br>A night person is referred to as an owl. That is because owls are more active at night. Birds on the other hand wake up early. So they associate morning people to birds.<br><br>If you don't want to use this expression, you can ask,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S2.mp3\">Are you a night person or a morning person?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S3.mp3\">What time do you usually go to sleep?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S4.mp3\">What time do you usually wake up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S5.mp3\">If you didn't have anything to do the next day, what time would you sleep till?</a>\"</span><br><br>It's common courtesy to respect each other. If you are asleep, the roommate should be quiet. This goes for you too.<br><br>When you get sleepy, you can either go to sleep, or tell your roommate that you are going to sleep.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S6.mp3\">I'm a little tired. I'm going to sleep now. Have a good night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S7.mp3\">I'm sleepy. Time to go to bed. See you in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you like listening to music, you can ask your roommate,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S8.mp3\">Does the music bother you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S9.mp3\">Let me know if you want me to turn the music off.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L52/sentence/L52S10.mp3\">Do you mind if I turn the stereo on?</a>\"</span><br><br>But when you ask questions about music or TV, you should make sure that person is not studying. If they are, then it's pointless to ask because it should be quiet. This is only good for times when you are both doing nothing.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=597\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=599\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to your Subordinate or Direct         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/495-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are a manager, then you will more likely have someone reporting to you. The most common terminology I am used to is a direct. Throughout this lesson, I will use the word direct.<br><br>There are many things you have to say to a direct. You have to give them work, explain things, encourage them to do better, and even reprimand them when they are not performing well. We will cover these types of sentences in this lesson.<br><br><b>Status</b><br><br>A common question a manager asks is to find out what the status of a project is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S1.mp3\">What is the status of the marketing documents?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S2.mp3\">How far along are you in your analysis?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S3.mp3\">Are you almost done with the technical report?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S4.mp3\">When are you going to finish the design plans?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S5.mp3\">Can you give me a status on your progress so far?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S6.mp3\">How is the reporting assignment going?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S7.mp3\">When can you give me a working draft by?</a>\"</span><br><br>Requesting a weekly status mail from your direct is very common among large companies with many employees. Basically, the status mail will include what has been accomplished the current week, and what will be done next week. If your company has this process, or if you just want to implement it yourself, you can tell your direct something like the following.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S8.mp3\">At the end of every week, can you send me a weekly status mail? I'll email you a template you should follow. You should email it to me every Friday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S9.mp3\">I want you to send me a status report at the end of every week. You should include what you did for that week and what you plan on doing for the next week.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B49/sentence/B49S10.mp3\">Can you send me a weekly status report? If you haven't done it before, let me know and I will send you a template to use.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=494\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=496\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I59/sentence/I59S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you don't leave your current job, what do you imagine you will be doing in several years?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you don't leave your current job, what do you imagine you will be doing in several years?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I59/sentence/I59S1.mp3\">If you don't leave your current job, what do you imagine you will be doing in several years?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are several things the interviewer wants to learn from this question. The interviewer knows you are looking for another job because you are not happy with where you are at. Knowing this, they want to find out how you react to situations where you are not happy. Most people who do not prepare for this question will have a generic answer that doesn't stand out. You can use this opportunity to give a solid answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I59/sentence/I59S2.mp3\">I'm confident I'll be in a management position several years from now. In my current position, junior employees ask me many questions and I like to mentor people. My work is very routine and I'm very efficient. I want to find more challenges my work currently doesn't offer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I59/sentence/I59S3.mp3\">To tell you the truth, I feel I'll be doing the same thing I'm doing now. I always look for more work and different opportunities, but my current company doesn't have many opportunities for advancement.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I59/sentence/I59S4.mp3\">I'm a very proactive person and I'll continue to do my job well. I'll always look for opportunities and even create places where I can improve my work. I know if I continue to perform well, I'll have more opportunities to get promoted when a position opens. So hopefully, in several years, I'll be managing people that are in my current position now.</a>\"</span><br><br>Despite having some negative feelings about work, this answer shows that he or she will continue to do hard work regardless of being unhappy. You shouldn't say you are unhappy, but looking for another job is one indication of not being happy.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=317\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=319\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=217",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #18         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What sport are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br><br>2. Until when did he play?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Until he was 15 years old<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Until he graduated from high school<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Until he finished college<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He is still playing<br><br>3. What two positions are mentioned in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Quarterback and running back<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Midfielder and goalie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Third base and outfielder<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Guard and forward<br><br>4. What does one guy in the dialog play every Tuesdays and Thursdays?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Hockey<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Softball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Golf<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"abcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Baseball<br>2. Until he graduated from high school<br>3. Third base and outfielder<br>4. Softball         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What sport do you like the most?\"<br>B: \"I like baseball the best.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Did you play when you were a kid?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I played until I graduated from high school.\"<br>A: \"What position did you play?\"<br>B: \"I think I tried every position, but the last few years, I played third.\"<br>A: \"I hate third base. It's scary when the ball is coming at you so fast.\"<br>B: \"It was scary at first, but after awhile, I got used to it. If you have fast reflexes, then it's not really a problem. What position did you play?\"<br>A: \"I played outfield. I hated the infield because I never figured out all the bounces.\"<br>B: \"I wish I could play again, but there isn't much opportunities around here.\"<br>A: \"I'm on a softball league. It's not fast pitch, but it's still fun. You wanna join our group?\"<br>B: \"When do you guys play?\"<br>A: \"We play either Tuesdays or Thursdays.\"<br>B: \"Sounds pretty fun. I'll come out and join you next time.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=216\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=218\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Can you <i><b>give me a hand</b></i> setting up the dining table?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Give someone a hand         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To help someone<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: A physical task is usually done with the hands. Giving someone a hand is letting them borrow your hands, or in other words, helping them out.<br><br>\"Give a hand\" also represent applauding, but this section is about helping someone.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S1.mp3\">Can you <i><b>give me a hand</b></i> setting up the dining table?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S2.mp3\">I'm going to <i><b>need a hand</b></i> changing the tire on the car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S3.mp3\">Are you going to have time to <i><b>give me a hand</b></i> tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S4.mp3\">Let me know if you need help. I'll have time all day today to <i><b>give you a hand</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S5.mp3\">When are you going to move into your new apartment?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S6.mp3\">I want to, but I'm going to need some help.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S7.mp3\">I have time this weekend. Do you want me to <i><b>give you a hand</b></i>?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S8.mp3\">That would be great.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S9.mp3\">Can I get your help on this?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S10.mp3\">Can you help me out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S11.mp3\">Do you need any help?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P27/sentence/P27S12.mp3\">Let me know if you need any help.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=793\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=795\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2084-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Please make sure that + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2084-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are asking someone to make sure that a particular thing happens or takes place.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S1.mp3\">Please make sure that she wakes up on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S2.mp3\">Please make sure that she gets to school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S3.mp3\">Please make sure that dinner is ready when we get home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S4.mp3\">Please make sure that your assignment is done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S5.mp3\">Please make sure that the water is not too hot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S6.mp3\">Please make sure you cook the meat long enough.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S7.mp3\">Please make sure that she is getting along with her new friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S8.mp3\">Please make sure that we leave on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S9.mp3\">Please make sure you record our favorite TV show.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E84/sentence/E084S10.mp3\">Please make sure that you don't stay out too late.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2083\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2085\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=496",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/496-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Project Change         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/496-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are times when a project changes and you have to tell your direct to change something. Let's work on some sentences where you do this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B50/sentence/B50S1.mp3\">I know you have been working on the database using excel, but we need to use SQL. Can you make the necessary changes?</a>\"</span><br><br>Although you don't have to be polite to your direct, it is good practice to show directs some common courtesy. In the sentence above, it recognizes the work that has been done so far, instructs what needs to be changed, and politely asks if they can do it. You should follow a similar way of asking your direct to change something.<br><br>In another scenario, your direct might give you a report to review. If something is incorrect, or not complete, you should tell them professionally what needs to be redone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B50/sentence/B50S2.mp3\">Hey Jackie, I reviewed your report and there are a couple areas you have to change. Can you double check the figures you provided in page 7, and provide a recommendation for step 3? I would appreciate it.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is a little more firm, but still polite. It states that changes are required, it then asks if two things can be changed, and finally, adds a good comment about appreciating the work.<br><br>Finally, your direct could be doing something on a regular basis that you don't like. As a manager, you should tolerate things that do not affect the work, but if there is something that is work related, it is your responsibility to tell that person. Let's use an example where a person has a habit of talking before someone finishes.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B50/sentence/B50S3.mp3\">John, when we are discussing something in meetings or small groups, I noticed that you don't allow the other person to complete their sentences. I do appreciate your contributions, but I think you should always hear the other person out. Can you try to do that?</a>\"</span> <br><br>Adding a simple phrase like appreciating the contribution can make a huge difference when giving criticism. There is a great chance the direct will be offended or upset. But if you add a small compliment in there, the chances of the direct accepting your criticism will be that much greater.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=495\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=497\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=319",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you're very happy with your current job, why do you want to leave?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you're very happy with your current job, why do you want to leave?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S1.mp3\">If you're very happy with your current job, why do you want to leave?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you portray that you are very happy with your current job, then they might ask you this question. I was in a very similar situation and I will include my answer as the example. You can use other reasons, but make sure it doesn't contradict you being happy.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S2.mp3\">I like the work I'm doing and I like everyone on my team, but I have a strong desire to learn other aspects I can't learn in my current position.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S3.mp3\">I have been in my current position for four years and I want to gain experiences in other areas. I love my job, but I want to grow more as a professional.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S4.mp3\">I love to learn new things and after several years in my current position, I realized I was doing the same thing over and over again most of the time. So the only reason I want to leave my current job is to broaden my knowledge by gaining other experiences.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I60/sentence/I60S5.mp3\">I have been with my previous group for more than three years. I was doing the same thing on a regular basis. Although we received different projects from time to time, it was very similar to my previous work. So I had a desire to gain new experiences and learn from different products. I believe having a variety of experience is good for my career so I made the decision to leave my current job.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is simple and direct. It answers the question without including unnecessary excuses. It also shows my desire to grow, learn more, and improve myself. This is a good indication of a good employee so using an answer like mine is a safe answer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=318\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=320\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=599",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/599-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Roommate - Sharing things and Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/599-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sometimes a roommate will bring a mini refrigerator, or it might turn out that you will. It's polite to let your roommate use the refrigerator too.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S1.mp3\">Feel free to use the refrigerator.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S2.mp3\">Can I put my drinks in your fridge?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S3.mp3\">Do you mind if I use your refrigerator?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you connect with the person and you become friends, then you will not even need to ask. For example, after you get to know the person your comments will be different. Say I become a friend of my roommate. And then after a month or so, he brings a refrigerator. I wouldn't ask to use it, I would rather comment on how useful it will be. It's assumed that a friend can use the refrigerator, so no need to sound weird by asking politely. Instead you can say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S4.mp3\">Cool, you brought a fridge. I can go buy milk now.</a>\"</span><br><br>This comment is saying that you appreciate the refrigerator by saying, 'cool', then you indicate that you are going to use it by saying you will buy milk. If your friend doesn't object to your comment, then it is the same thing as getting permission to use the refrigerator.<br><br><b>Responding to questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S5.mp3\">Are you a night person or a morning person?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S6.mp3\">I'm a night owl. I usually sleep pretty late.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S7.mp3\">What time do you usually go to sleep?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S8.mp3\">It varies. Usually between midnight and one in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S9.mp3\">What time do you usually wake up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S10.mp3\">I don't wake up until I have to.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S11.mp3\">I usually wake up at nine in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S12.mp3\">Does the music bother you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S13.mp3\">No not at all. I like it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S14.mp3\">Do you mind if I turn the stereo on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S15.mp3\">Oh, feel free.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S16.mp3\">Can I put my drinks in your fridge?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S17.mp3\">Sure. Don't worry about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S18.mp3\">Do you mind if I use your refrigerator?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L53/sentence/L53S19.mp3\">No problem at all.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=598\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=600\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=218",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #19         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What sport are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br><br>2. Why does he like the sport they are talking about?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It is fun to both watch and play<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It is a good form of exercise<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It is very challenging<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It is a great way to meet people<br><br>3. Why are there other forms of this sport such as two hand touch and the usage of flags?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because it makes the game more interesting<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because it is a safer way to play<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because it requires less people<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because they don't know all the rules<br><br>4. Where do they play every Saturdays?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the high school field<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The field by the tennis courts<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In the apartment complex<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In the sports center<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cabb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Football<br>2. It is fun to both watch and play<br>3. Because it is a safer way to play<br>4. The field by the tennis courts         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What sports do you like to play?\"<br>B: \"I like baseball and basketball.\"<br>A: \"How about football?\"<br>B: \"In my country football is brand new, so I never learned the game when I was younger.\"<br>A: \"It's a very popular game in America.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I heard a lot about it. Is it really that fun?\"<br>A: \"For me, it's one of those games that are fun to both watch and play.\"<br>B: \"Are you a football player?\"<br>A: \"No, just for fun with my friends. We play two hand touch or flag football. We're too old to play tackle football.\"<br>B: \"What is two hand touch and flag football?\"<br>A: \"Instead of tackling somebody, you just have to touch them with two hands, or if it is flag football, grab the flag that the ball carrier is wearing.\"<br>B: \"I see. It's safer then right?\"<br>A: \"Exactly. We play every Saturdays on the field by the tennis courts. If you want to learn and play a little, you're welcome to join us.\"<br>B: \"I'll give it a try. Give me a call and let's go down together.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you Saturday morning.\"<br>B: \"Great.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=217\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=219\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=795",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I go on a hike every <i><b>now and then</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Now and then         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Once in a while<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Then\" is an unspecific time in the future. When a person does not do something regularly, they can use this phrase to imply once in a while.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S1.mp3\">I go on a hike every <i><b>now and then</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S2.mp3\">My mother calls me every <i><b>now and then</b></i> to see if I'm doing well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S3.mp3\">It's not something I can do all the time, but I do it every <i><b>now and then</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S4.mp3\">Do you like skiing?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S5.mp3\">I really enjoy skiing. It's one of my favorite sports.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S6.mp3\">You must go very frequently then.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S7.mp3\">I wish I could, but it's too expensive, so I only go every <i><b>now and then</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S8.mp3\">I like to go bowling once in a while.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P28/sentence/P28S9.mp3\">I can't go often, but I go golfing with my friends from time to time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=794\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=796\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=497",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/497-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Deadline         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/497-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Deadlines and due dates are common among projects and assignments. Sometimes the deadline changes or your direct needs a reminder. In any case, you should know some sentences how to convey the deadline.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S1.mp3\">Here is your new project. You have two weeks to complete it. After you review the project, let me know if there will be any problems.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S2.mp3\">You have until the end of this month to complete your assignment. It is critical that everyone completes on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S3.mp3\">We have two more days to complete the test pass. If anyone cannot complete their portion on time, let me know as soon as possible.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S4.mp3\">We are not required to send in our analysis until Wednesday, so you have a couple more days to complete it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S5.mp3\">Do you think you can finish the marketing report by Friday?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B51/sentence/B51S6.mp3\">Our deadline is fast approaching. I try to minimize weekend work, but we might have to work this Saturday if we do not finish on Friday.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=496\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=498\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=320",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you have problems or complaints with your current job, why haven't you brought it to their attention?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you have problems or complaints with your current job, why haven't you brought it to their attention?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S1.mp3\">If you have problems or complaints with your current job, why haven't you brought it to their attention?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If the interviewer knows you have complaints about your current job, then they might ask you this question. Make sure the complaints are things that do not make you look bad. For example, having no opportunities is a good complaint, but not getting a good raise is a bad complaint. After you decide on the complaint, then you can create your answer around it. It is better to answer that you did bring this up multiple times. That way, you are displayed as honest.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S2.mp3\">I actually told my manager several times. I told him about my desire to learn new things and take on new challenges, but there aren't many opportunities in my current group.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S3.mp3\">I believe in being straightforward, and I told my manager on numerous occasion that I was interested in taking on more responsibilities. However, my current group doesn't have opportunities I'm looking for.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S4.mp3\">After working the night shift for a couple of years, I wanted normal working hours. I told my manager about this, but there was no positions available for regular hour shifts.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I61/sentence/I61S5.mp3\">My biggest complaint is that there are no opportunities to grow. My manager tells me I'm doing great work, but I feel I am stuck at this level. I spoke with my manager for more work so I can grow and gain more experience, but unfortunately, there isn't any work to give. I even had a discussion about changing roles, but because there is no open headcount in other divisions, it was hard to do that. So I definitely conveyed my desire for more work or for change, but it was something they couldn't provide.</a>\"</span><br><br>Having an employee that complains about a lot of things is an employee you do not want to hire. However, if an employee complains about not having enough work, it could be seen as a good complaint. Most work places have more work than resources, so giving more work isn't a problem. So this complaint shows that you are a person who wants to work and wants to learn. These are good traits and that makes this answer a good one.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=319\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=321\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=725",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/725-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Anger - Other         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/725-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you make good friends, you can avoid these types of scenarios. However, there are times when the situation was out of your control. For example, a friend of mine had to landscape his back yard for his house, so he called a company to delivery a lot of top soil. As the driver was driving back to the house, he hit my friends house and damaged a pipeline. The driver claimed it wasn't his fault and said he wouldn't pay for the damages. When things like this happen, we use the court system to get payment. But my friend was so angry because they were not accepting fault. Here are some of the things I heard.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S2.mp3\">I was so pissed for a couple of weeks. During that time, I thought of twenty different ways I could hurt his business.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S3.mp3\">I'm going to screw with him so much.</a>\"</span><br><br>In the end, everything worked out. They went to court and my friend won.<br><br>There are a couple of other emotions that are similar to being angry. I'll cover some of them here.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S4.mp3\">I'm so frustrated.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S5.mp3\">It's so frustrating working with him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S6.mp3\">I was so frustrated, I stopped caring about the outcome.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S7.mp3\">He gets frustrated pretty easily.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S8.mp3\">It's easy to get frustrated when things are not fair.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S9.mp3\">I'm not really mad, just a little disappointed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S10.mp3\">That really hurt me. I'm so disappointed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S11.mp3\">I'm really disappointed in you. I didn't know you could stoop to that level.</a>\"</span><br><br>In boxing, a low blow is a hit below the belt that is considered unfair. The term low blow became widely used when someone did something unfair. Here are some sentences to give you an idea.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S12.mp3\">That was low.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L151/sentence/L151S13.mp3\">I can't believe Jackie would do something so low.</a>\"</span><br><br>Now that we know what low means, stooping to that level means to do something that is low. You are basically lowering yourself to perform a bad or unfair task.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=724\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=726\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=219",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #20         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. When do they plan on golfing together?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> This Saturday after lunch<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> This Wednesday after work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sunday early morning<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Monday afternoon<br><br>2. How much does it cost to play?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Fifteen dollars<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Twenty one dollars<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Thirty dollars<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Forty five dollars<br><br>3. What time will they play together?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At 8:0apm<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At 8:15am<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At 4:00pm<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At 4:15pm<br><br>4. Where do they plan on playing?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Somewhere close to home<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Somewhere close to work<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At the new golf course<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The golf course by the lake<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. This Wednesday after work<br>2. Twenty one dollars<br>3. At 4:15pm<br>4. Somewhere close to work         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Steve. When's the next time you're going to play golf?\"<br>B: \"I'm going out this Saturday.\"<br>A: \"Do you already have a foursome?\"<br>B: \"Unfortunately, we do. Let's plan for something together for Wednesday. We can go right after work.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Where do you want to play?\"<br>B: \"We won't have much time, so let's play somewhere close to work.\"<br>A: \"How about Bellevue? It's pretty close.\"<br>B: \"How much does it cost over there?\"<br>A: \"Twilight rates are 21 dollars.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty good. Let's do it.\"<br>A: \"Aright. I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4:00.\"<br>B: \"Make it 4:15. I won't get off until 4:00.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you later when I get a tee time.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good. I'll see you on Wednesday then.\"<br>A: \"Aright. Have fun on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Will do.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=218\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=220\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=498",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/498-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Subordinate asking you Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/498-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>All directs at one time or another asks you questions on how to do something, or asks what something is. The average employee will usually ask you something that is obvious and you simply tell them. Sometimes however, a smart employee asks difficult questions that you are not sure about.<br><br>If an employee asks you a factual question that you are not sure about, you can always refer them to other sources.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B52/sentence/B52S1.mp3\">I'm not sure about that one. I think the information you are looking for is in a manual I saw in the file cabinet. Why don't you check there?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B52/sentence/B52S2.mp3\">Do a search on Google and see if you can find the information there.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B52/sentence/B52S3.mp3\">I think Stacy will know the answer. She is very familiar with that topic.</a>\"</span><br><br>If the question is more process related where it involves an opinion, you can answer telling them what you would do.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B52/sentence/B52S4.mp3\">I'm not sure on the exact procedure, but if I were you, I would do the forth step before the third one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B52/sentence/B52S5.mp3\">I don't think we ever decided on a specific way. I think it might be better to do this before that.</a>\"</span><br><br>These are vague sentences, so you should fill in the details depending on your situation.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=497\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=499\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=321",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Give me a specific example at your last position where reduced cost.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Give me a specific example at your last position where...         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S2.mp3\">Give me a specific example at your last position where reduced cost.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S3.mp3\">Give me a specific example at your last position where you made things more efficient.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>These are very similar to the 'Tell me about' type of questions. They want a specific example from your work experience. But if the position is an engineer position, you will not get questions about revenue and cost, but you might get one about efficiency. In other questions, I gave an example of reducing cost, so I will use this time to give an example of increasing revenue.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S4.mp3\">As a sales associate, I do my part in increasing revenue by making more sales. Even if I'm having a good month, I continue to work hard to make sure our company is continually increasing its revenue.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S5.mp3\">It's something small, but in our office, everyone left there monitors and lights on. I simply put up signs to turn off their monitors and to turn off office lights. This really helped and our VP even told me he appreciated the small effort.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S6.mp3\">We provide many different brochures for our clients, and when we get low on a specific brochure, we have to order each one separately. I created a small tool that automates this process and saved about 30 minutes of work each time we ordered brochures. It was something small, but my manager appreciated it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I62/sentence/I62S7.mp3\">In my last position, I was the manager for a Japanese restaurant. We were located in downtown and realized that not everyone had a full hour for a lunch break. I created a system to turn 5 of our dishes into meals that would be ready in three minutes. We put up a sign indicating that we would have meals in less than three minutes and revenues jumped 30%. I considered the location of the restaurant and saw an opportunity to provide meals to customers that would've never considered our meal due to their lack of time. The store owner was really proud of this accomplishment.</a>\"</span><br><br>All examples will be different because everyone has different experiences. When you think of your own, you should primarily be concerned about how clear you are. Think of something you did and put them into words. Having answers ahead of time will keep you organized during the interview.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=320\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=322\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=220",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #21         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why are they going to the department store?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are having a sale<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They need to shop for school clothes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are bored with nothing to do<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>2. When are they going to meet?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> On Friday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> On Saturday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> After dinner<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In thirty minutes<br><br>3. What are the two items they are looking at?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Bags and pants<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Rings and necklaces<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Shoes and sweaters<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Jackets and belts<br><br>4. What is on sale for $80?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Shoe<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jacket<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sweater<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Necklace<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"adcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. They are having a sale<br>2. In thirty minutes<br>3. Shoes and sweaters<br>4. Sweater         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jackie. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Nothing much. I'm just relaxing today. Why? What's going on?\"<br>A: \"I was thinking about heading to the mall. Do you want to go?\"<br>B: \"Are they having a sale?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale. It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. Where should we meet?\"<br>A: \"I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good. See you there.\"<br>A: \"What do you think about these shoes?\"<br>B: \"They're cute. But do you think you'll wear them much?\"<br>A: \"No. Not really.\"<br>B: \"This sweater is so pretty. I love the low neck design.\"<br>A: \"I bet it's expensive.\"<br>B: \"It's on sale for $80. What do you think? Should I try them on?\"<br>A: \"For 80 bucks it looks great. Go try it on.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=219\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=221\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=797",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't want to be waiting for you, so you'd better be there at three o'clock <i><b>on the dot</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         On the dot         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: The exact time<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: A dot is seen as a very small target. It is like hitting the very center of a dart board or the bulls-eye. When it refers to time, it means exactly that time not a minute after or before.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S1.mp3\">I don't want to be waiting for you, so you'd better be there at three o'clock <i><b>on the dot</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S2.mp3\">He's supposed to show up at four <i><b>on the dot</b></i>. If he is late even a minute, I'm taking off.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S3.mp3\">You'd better be here by 1:30, because we're leaving at two o'clock <i><b>on the dot</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S4.mp3\">We have to go to Los Angeles tomorrow. What time should we meet?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S5.mp3\">We have to be at the airport at 4:00 o'clock, so let's meet at two o'clock <i><b>on the dot</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S6.mp3\">Meet me at the bus station at six o'clock sharp.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P30/sentence/P30S7.mp3\">Let's meet at the book store exactly at 1:00.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=796\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=798\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=499",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/499-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Encouraging         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/499-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>As a good manager, you should encourage great workers and bad workers. Good directs need encouraging to keep them working hard. Bad employees need encouragement to work harder. Here are some sentences for both types.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S1.mp3\">Hey James, I think you're doing a great job and it is not going unnoticed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S2.mp3\">You're doing great. Keep up the good work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S3.mp3\">I told my manager about your performance. He was quite impressed. Keep up the good work.</a>\"</span><br><br>Directs having difficulty<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S4.mp3\">I had a hard time on my first project too. Don't let it get you down. I'm sure you will do better next time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S5.mp3\">It wasn't as bad as you think. I also saw definite improvements so you shouldn't give up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B53/sentence/B53S6.mp3\">Your work has been pretty good, but I really think you can do better. You have potential and I hope you start trying a little harder.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=498\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=500\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=322",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you feel an employer owes an employee?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you feel an employer owes an employee?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S1.mp3\">What do you feel an employer owes an employee?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This purpose for this question is basically to see what you expect from the company. It is a simple answer, but you should also mention what you will give, in return for what you are expecting.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S2.mp3\">I believe an employer should provide a good work environment and opportunities for growth in return for hard work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S3.mp3\">I believe an employer should respect their employees and treat them fairly. I plan on working hard and I should be recognized for my contributions.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S4.mp3\">I believe an employer should provide an environment where everyone can succeed. I also believe that opportunities for growth and advancement should be provided by the employer.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I63/sentence/I63S5.mp3\">I have a lot of expectations from my employer. Financial compensation is a given, but there are other things I expect. I feel an employer should provide a good work environment, opportunities for growth, reward and recognition for excellence, and guidance in career development. I know I will be giving everything I can to help my employer succeed, and in return these are some of the expectations I have.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you look at the list of things I mentioned, all of them are strong indicators of a good employee. If a person is wanting to grow and guidance in career development, then that worker is serious about improving him or herself. Also, wanting reward and recognition for excellence indicates that this person is going to try to achieve excellence to get the reward. I would try to avoid saying things like, having a good sick day policy, or an understanding of missed days due to miscellaneous issues, or mentioning a good maternity leave plan. These things are all provided by large companies, but mentioning them indicates that you are a person who gets sick easily, or a person planning on having a baby, or an unlucky person that misses work due to bad luck.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=321\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=323\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=221",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #22         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the person trying on in the dressing room?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pants<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jacket<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sweater<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Shirt<br><br>2. How can this person save 10% off the sweater?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Waiting until the sale happens this weekend<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Using a coupon in the catalog<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Filling out a survey<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Opening a department store credit card<br><br>3. What else is this person looking for?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pants<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jacket<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sweater<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Shirt<br><br>4. Why is the person not going to buy the second item?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Jacket sleeves are too long<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Pants are too long<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sweater is too bulky<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The shirt is too tight<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Sweater<br>2. Opening a department store credit card<br>3. Pants<br>4. Pants are too long         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Where is your dressing room?\"<br>B: \"Right over there.\"<br>Person A comes out of the dressing room<br>B: \"How did you like the sweater?\"<br>A: \"I loved it. I'll take it.\"<br>B: \"Great. I can ring you up over here. It comes to $87.04.\"<br>A: \"Here you go?\"<br>B: \"Do you have a credit card with us?\"<br>A: \"No I don't.\"<br>B: \"If you open up a card, you can save 10% on all your purchases today.\"<br>A: \"Not today. Thanks though.\"<br>B: \"No problem. We always have this offer, so when ever you decide to, just let us know.\"<br>A: \"Sure.\"<br>B: \"Is there anything else I can help you with?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I was looking at some of your pants, but they are all a bit too long. Do you have alteration services here?\"<br>B: \"Yes. It cost $7, and it takes one day.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thanks for your help.\"<br>B: \"Thank you, and have a great day.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=220\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=222\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=798",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Their team is not favored to win. But I hope they do. I'm <i><b>keeping my fingers crossed</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Keeping my fingers crossed         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Hoping for good luck<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: In recent days, children would cross their fingers when they lie to avoid punishment for telling a lie. Another way this is used is to cross the fingers while making a promise to invalidate the promise. Christians used the gesture of crossing fingers to recognize one another in times of persecution. Therefore, people cross their fingers wishing for good luck from God.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S1.mp3\">Their team is not favored to win. But I hope they do. I'm <i><b>keeping my fingers crossed</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S2.mp3\">I have a one in ten chance of winning the television. I better <i><b>keep my fingers crossed</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S3.mp3\">I hope it works. Let's <i><b>cross our fingers</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S4.mp3\">The championship game is tonight. Are you going to watch it?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S5.mp3\">Yeah. My favorite team lost their best player. I don't think they will win.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S6.mp3\">You never know. They can get lucky.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P31/sentence/P31S7.mp3\">I'm <i><b>keeping my fingers crossed</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=797\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=799\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=600",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/600-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Roommate - Apartment         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/600-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When people live in an apartment, it is usually among friends. So there's no need to worry about being too polite. As long as you have common courtesy, you will have no problem. On the other hand, if you are looking for a roommate, then there are some things you should learn how to say. The list of questions below are examples of questions you should ask when looking to join existing people in an apartment.<br><br><b>Questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S1.mp3\">What is the rent here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S2.mp3\">How many people live in the apartment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S3.mp3\">How many bedrooms does the apartment have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S4.mp3\">How much is utilities?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S5.mp3\">Does the rent cover the utility bills?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S6.mp3\">Do you have any rules for living here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S7.mp3\">Does it get loud in here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S8.mp3\">What time do people usually go to sleep?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S9.mp3\">Do you hold any parties here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S10.mp3\">How many people share the bathroom?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S11.mp3\">Do you have cable?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S12.mp3\">Do you have high speed Internet?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Common answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S13.mp3\">The rent is $1200, so you would only pay $400.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S14.mp3\">This is a three bedroom unit, so you would be the third person.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S15.mp3\">On average, utilities are about $125.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S16.mp3\">The rent does not cover utilities. You would be responsible for 1/3 of the utilities.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S17.mp3\">We are pretty quiet during the week days, but on the weekends, it can get a little loud.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/sentence/L54S18.mp3\">We have both cable and DSL here.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=599\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=601\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/500-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Reprimanding         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/500-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Finally, when you have an employee that is doing something wrong such as being late, turning in a project late, or not performing well, it is your responsibility to let them know.<br><br>If someone is always late, then you don't have to ask for an excuse. If it was one time, then it is ok, but if they are constantly late, there is no excuse for it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S1.mp3\">You have been late for work on a regular basis. You better start coming to work on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S2.mp3\">This is your third warning. If you are late for work again, we will have to take more serious action on you. Is that understood?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S3.mp3\">Being late for work once in a while is understandable. But there is no excuse to be coming in to work late every day. You better start coming in on time.</a>\"</span><br><br>When a direct doesn't turn in a project, it's a pretty serious no-no. I would definitely be upset, but as a good manager, I wouldn't accuse the employee without giving them a chance to explain. Here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S4.mp3\">The report was due last Friday. What's going on?</a>\"</span><br><br>This is more like a trap question. Unless it is a life or death situation, the excuse shouldn't be good enough. Here is a generic excuse.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S5.mp3\">I was working on three other assignments. I just couldn't finish them all.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is not a good excuse, so you can start reprimanding the employee. You gave them a chance to explain, and since the excuse wasn't good enough, you can basically, 'let them have it.'<br> <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S6.mp3\">If you were not going to finish on time, at least you could have let me know. Regardless, you knew how important this project was and you knew about the due date. What am I going to do with you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/sentence/B54S7.mp3\">You should have at least told me that you wouldn't be able to finish. Then I could have asked Mary to finish it. This is very irresponsible of you. Is this going to be a continual problem in future projects?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=499\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=501\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=323",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you expect from your manager?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you expect from your manager?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S1.mp3\">What do you expect from your manager?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question should be answered that shows what type of worker you are. Mention things that will help you to become a better worker instead of mentioning that you want an understanding manager.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S2.mp3\">The most important thing I want from my manager is constructive feedback so I know where I need to improve. I want to continually grow and having a good manager will help me achieve my goal.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S3.mp3\">I expect my manager to provide work that is relevant to both the company and my growth. My manager should know my strengths and also help me work on my weaknesses.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S4.mp3\">I expect my manager to be a smart person who works hard. If my manager is setting a positive example, I believe I'll be more encouraged to work harder. Having a manager that bosses people around without doing any work is very discouraging. So I expect my manager to lead by example.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I64/sentence/I64S5.mp3\">I expect my manager to give me relevant work, to be accessible, setting an example through action, providing both positive and negative feedback so I can improve, and finally a manager that will help me succeed. Ultimately, I know it's my responsibility to be a great performer, but having a manager that I can learn from can help me grow that much more. That's what I'm looking for.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example shows the use of key words such as, succeed, great performer, improve, and grow. Each item listed demonstrates a desire to work hard and to improve. If you want to think of your own answer, keep this in mind.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=322\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=324\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=674",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/674-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General - Soccer         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/674-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Soccer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S1.mp3\">Soccer is my favorite sport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S2.mp3\">I love soccer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S3.mp3\">I play soccer whenever I can.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S4.mp3\">I used to play a lot of soccer when I was in school.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S5.mp3\">I'm usually the forward on our team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S6.mp3\">I play midfielder on our team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S7.mp3\">I'm the fullback.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S8.mp3\">My favorite position is the midfielder.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S9.mp3\">I like to be the goalie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S10.mp3\">I've been a goalie ever since I was in Junior high.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S11.mp3\">I am always the goal keeper.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S12.mp3\">He was off sides, but the officials didn't see it. That's how he got the goal.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S13.mp3\">He's a very rowdy player. He gets a yellow card each game. I can't believe he hasn't been given a red card yet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S14.mp3\">He clipped him from behind. Why didn't he get a red card? The other guy could have broken his ankle with that tackle.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S15.mp3\">I like to play soccer because of all the running. It keeps me in shape and I have fun while playing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S16.mp3\">I don't know why soccer is not so popular in America. Soccer is a very popular sport in most other countries.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L110/sentence/L110S17.mp3\">Watching the world cup is so fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=673\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=675\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Roommate - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. My name is Jack.\"<br>B: \"Hey Jack. I'm Seth.\"<br>A: \"It's nice to meet you.\"<br>B: \"Looks like we're going to be roommates.\"<br>A: \"Yeah.\"<br>B: \"So where are you from?\"<br>A: \"I'm from Tacoma. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Ontario.\"<br>A: \"In Canada?\"<br>B: \"No. It's in California. It's a smaller city in southern California.\"<br>A: \"So what made you come here?\"<br>B: \"I wanted to go to a different state.\"<br>A: \"I see. Hey, if you don't mind, I took this side of the room.\"<br>B: \"No problem. They look the same to me.\"<br>A: \"Are you a morning person or a night person.\"<br>B: \"I'm a night person.\"<br>A: \"That's great. So am I. I like to sleep in the morning.\"<br>B: \"That should work out well then.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. I'm Sara.\"<br>B: \"My name is Jessica. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Yes. It's nice to meet you as well.\"<br>B: \"Have you been here long?\"<br>A: \"I got here about an hour ago. Do you want me to show you around?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. That would be great. The most important is the bathroom right?\"<br>A: \"Definitely. But we have to share the bathroom with the whole floor. The break room is over there. The bathroom is right across from the break room, and finally, the RA (resident advisor) is in room 315.\"<br>B: \"I'm glad there is a TV in the break room. I like to watch TV.\"<br>A: \"Me too. So I brought one. I haven't unpacked it yet, but it's a little TV that works.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I brought a refrigerator. I like to store some snacks in there. Feel free to use it.\"<br>A: \"That would be perfect. I think we're going to have a great time.\"<br>B: \"Do you sleep pretty late, or are you a morning person?\"<br>A: \"I have never been either. I'm very flexible with sleeping times. Anyways, I'm a deep sleeper so a little noise never bothers me.\"<br>B: \"That's good to know. I'm usually a night person, but I'm very quiet if my roommate is sleeping.\"<br>A: \"As long as you don't blast the music while I'm sleeping, I should be fine. Did you eat lunch yet?\"<br>B: \"No. Is there a cafeteria in the building?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'll show you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I'm calling about the available room. Is it still available?\"<br>B: \"Yes it is. Do you know where we're located?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I drove by this morning and I liked the location. What's the rent?\"<br>B: \"It's $850 a month. So you would pay $425 a month plus half of the bills.\"<br>A: \"How big is the place?\"<br>B: \"It's a two bedroom, one bath and roughly about 800 square feet.\"<br>A: \"Is the complex pretty quiet? Can you hear a lot of noise or anything like that?\"<br>B: \"They have a strict policy in the apartment complex concerning noise level. So it stays very quiet after 10 PM.\"<br>A: \"Are you the only person who lives there now?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm only looking for one roommate.\"<br>A: \"Everything sounds good. Can we schedule a time to meet so I can look at the place?\"<br>B: \"I'm available anytime today or tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"How about if I come over now?\"<br>B: \"That works with me. But what is your name?\"<br>A: \"Oh, my name is Brad.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'm Randy. So I'll see you in a bit?\"<br>A: \"Should only take about 15 minutes to get there.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=600\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=602\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"John, are you going to complete the report on time?\"<br>B: \"I am confident that I will have it done by this Friday.\"<br>A: \"How far along are you?\"<br>B: \"I have completed the preliminary review, analyzed the data, and I am almost done writing the analytical review.\"<br>A: \"That's great. It looks like you are ahead of schedule. When you are done, send it to me for review.\"<br>B: \"I'll send it to you Friday morning. That should give you a day to review it.\"<br>A: \"That's great. Keep up the good work.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Can you give me an update on your assignments?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm helping with the performance testing, I've met with the partners for the integration project, and I'm finishing up the documents on the internal tool.\"<br>A: \"That's good. Can you start sending me a weekly report? That will help me keep track of your progress regularly.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Do you want it by the start of Monday, or do you want it Friday evening.\"<br>A: \"I'm probably not going to read it until Monday, so just send it to me by Monday morning.\"<br>B: \"What do you want me to include in the weekly report?\"<br>A: \"Include what you did for the week, what you're going to do for the next week, and include any other issues you have.\"<br>B: \"I'll start doing that this week.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B54/practice/B54P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"John, can I see you in my office?\"<br>B: \"I'll be right over.\"<br>A: \"Have a seat... I'm concerned about your performance lately. Is there something I should know about?\"<br>B: \"I've been pretty occupied at home. I apologize for letting it affect work. I'll definitely pay more attention.\"<br>A: \"I understand, but I'm still having to take some heat on your work. You have been late numerous times, your projects are not as detailed as it used to be, and you missed a deadline last week.\"<br>B: \"I am really sorry, and I won't let it happen again. I understand that I have been underperforming, and I will step it up.\"<br>A: \"I hope so. I'll explain it to the director. But I don't know how much more he will tolerate. That's all I had so you'd better go back to work.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I really will change things around. Thanks for understanding.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=500\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=502\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't know the answer to that problem. The subject is <i><b>over my head</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Over one's head         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: When something is mentally too difficult to understand.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: To understand something, information needs to go <b>inside</b> the brain. This is used to say that the information failed to go inside.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S1.mp3\">I don't know the answer to that problem. The subject is <i><b>over my head</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S2.mp3\">Don't bother explaining it to him. It's way <i><b>over his head</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S3.mp3\">I have to write a paper on the theory of relativity. Do you know anything about it?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S4.mp3\">I won't be able to help you. The theory of relativity is way <i><b>over my head</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S5.mp3\">I don't understand the meaning. It might be too deep for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P33/sentence/P33S6.mp3\">It's beyond my comprehension, so don't bother trying to explain it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=799\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=801\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fraternity and Sorority - Explanation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/602-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A big part of university life in America is the fraternity and sorority. Since many people do not know what they are, let me explain a little so you understand what I'm talking about in this session.<br><br>Fraternity and sorority is a group of people that get together and live in a big building. They are in a special group that is defined by their own rules. Most of the students live in either apartments or dormitories, but an alternative is to live in a fraternity or a sorority. I don't know the short name for sorority, but the short name for a fraternity is a frat. It all depends on the sentence whether you should call it a fraternity or a frat. Also, fraternity and sorority have names and they are already established. The names are always Greek and so they named the area where these buildings are located, Greek Row.<br><br>Fraternity is the terminology used for guys, and sorority is what they use for the ladies. So if you are a guy, you will be looking at fraternities, and if you are a lady, you will be joining a sorority.<br><br>The price to live in a fraternity or a sorority is similar to the price of dormitories. There are many sizes, but as an example, a fraternity house might have 50 rooms. All rooms either hold 2 or sometimes 3 people. There is a kitchen and food is served at specific times.<br><br>If you want to get into a fraternity or sorority, you usually have to apply and interview with existing members. Popular ones are very picky and will not let some types of people in. Others are desperate to fill their rooms so they will accept anyone.<br><br>Almost everyone who has been in a fraternity or a sorority never regrets it. There are more people who regret not having lived in a fraternity than having lived in one. So if you plan on attending a university in the states and will be there for more than 2 years, you should definitely consider the frat or sorority life.<br><br>Here are some examples of fraternity and sorority names. I do not know these fraternities or sororities. I am using this as an example so you understand the naming scheme.<br><br>Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity<br>Kappa Sigma Fraternity<br>Delta Tau Delta Fraternity<br><br>Zeta Phi Beta Sorority<br>Delta Sigma Theta Sorority<br>Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=601\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=603\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Business Trips         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/502-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you have a job that requires traveling or business trips, there are many things you need to know how to say. I recommend studying the Travelers Guide section I have for general traveling needs. But for this lesson, I am going to cover the things you need to say to the people you are traveling with and questions you need to ask about the business trip. Most of this lesson is primarily showing you a variety of questions you might need.<br><br><b>Details</b><br><br>When you go on a business trip, you will need to find out a lot of information.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S1.mp3\">Where are we going for our business trip?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S2.mp3\">Where are we going this time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S3.mp3\">What city are we traveling to?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S4.mp3\">What is the objective for this business trip?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S5.mp3\">What is our goal for this business trip?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S6.mp3\">What do we want to accomplish for this business trip?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S7.mp3\">What is the primary purpose for this business trip?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S8.mp3\">What day are we departing for our business trip to Los Angeles?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S9.mp3\">How long are we going to be there?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S10.mp3\">How long is the business trip scheduled for?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S11.mp3\">What time is ABC Company expecting us?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S12.mp3\">Who should I report to when I get to ABC Company?</a>\"</span><br><br>People who go on business trips get a daily allowance for food and other small necessities. This is called a per diem. The amount depends on the company, but you should ask how much you get a day.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S13.mp3\">How much is the per diem?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S14.mp3\">How much per diem do we get a day?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S15.mp3\">How do we get the per diem?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S16.mp3\">Isn't the per diem too low?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S17.mp3\">What do they expect us to eat with this amount of per diem?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S18.mp3\">Is the business trip really going to take us all five days?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S19.mp3\">If we finish on the fourth day, can we come back early?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B55/sentence/B55S20.mp3\">I think we can finish a day early. Can we come back on Thursday if we complete our work early?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=501\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=503\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What did you hear about us?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What did you hear about us?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S1.mp3\">What did you hear about us?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S2.mp3\">What do you know about us?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S3.mp3\">What do you think we do at this company?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I feel this question is not to quiz you about your knowledge about the company. It also doesn't test if you researched this company or not. I feel that this question is to find out what you know before they explain some things about there company. You should understand that if you are a strong candidate and you are doing well on your interview, then they will start sharing some things about the company to entice you to take the position. However, it could turn out to be a quiz so make sure you do your research before interviewing for a position.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S4.mp3\">I heard that ABC Company is the leader in copy machine distribution. ABC Company is a global company in 18 different countries, and finally, it's one of the best companies to work for.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S5.mp3\">I heard ABC Company has a great work environment and a place where strong contributors are rewarded. I want to work for a company with opportunities and I know ABC Company provides these things.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S6.mp3\">I read on your website that ABC Company provides accounting services to small and medium size corporations. I also know ABC Company is the leader in tax services in this area. That's why I'm excited to have the opportunity to join this company.</a>\"</span> <br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I66/sentence/I66S7.mp3\">I heard a lot of good things about ABC Company. I know this company provides financial services to small and medium size corporations. Specifically, ABC Company focuses on creating automation for routine financial transactions. Besides what the company provides, I heard that the office environment is great and the employees are well taken care of.</a>\"</span><br><br>You don't have to list everything you know... just enough to let them know that you did your homework. Also, take a little time to give the company a compliment such as the last sentence. It is a psychological tool that you should use to your advantage. This type of compliment is directed at the company and the interviewer will be happy to hear this.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=324\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=326\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What a <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pain in the ass         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A source of trouble or annoyance; used to indicate that something bothers you very much. \"Ass\" can be seen as profanity, so another way of saying this would be \"Pain in the butt\" or \"Pain in the neck.\"<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When something gives you trouble and bothers you a lot, it gives you pain. To look for more colorful ways to express this, people started saying \"pain in the neck.\" Another variation came out when people started to say \"Pain in the rear end.\" This later became \"Pain in the butt\" or \"Pain in the ass.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S1.mp3\">What a <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S2.mp3\">I had a customer who kept asking easy questions. It was a total <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S3.mp3\">I have a meeting at 7:00 in the morning. It's a <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i> waking up that early.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S4.mp3\">Having to deal with traffic every day is a <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S5.mp3\">I have to go to the post office.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S6.mp3\">I thought you went yesterday?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S7.mp3\">They made a mistake on the postage so the package was returned.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S8.mp3\">What a <i><b>pain in the ass</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S9.mp3\">Going to get a health check up is a pain in the neck.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S10.mp3\">I hate mowing the lawn. It's a real drag.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P34/sentence/P34S11.mp3\">I have to pick up my brother at the airport every week. It's a serious burden because I'm busy these days.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=800\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=802\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fraternity and Sorority - General         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/603-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this session, we will cover some of the things you need to know how to say if you decide to join a fraternity or a sorority, or if you are just talking with a member.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S1.mp3\">How do you like being in a fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S2.mp3\">What is it like living in a sorority?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S3.mp3\">How often do you hold parties in your frat house?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S4.mp3\">Is it hard to get into a fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S5.mp3\">What are the popular sororities?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S6.mp3\">Which sorority has a reputation for putting out?</a>\"</span><br><br>Other comments you might hear will be...<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S7.mp3\">Those sorority chicks really know how to party.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S8.mp3\">All the frat boys want to do is get you into bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S9.mp3\">Some fraternities are very studious.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S10.mp3\">He's a good friend from my fraternity.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S11.mp3\">The Delta house is having a party this Friday. You wanna come?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L56/sentence/L56S12.mp3\">We're going to crash the Sorority party this weekend.</a>\"</span><br><br>Crash in this sentence means to go uninvited.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=602\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=604\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><noscript>pJavaScript is required./p</noscript></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you know about our product?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I67/sentence/I67S1.mp3\">What do you know about our product?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I67/sentence/I67S2.mp3\">Do you know what our team is making?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another type of question they ask to find out what you know so they don't tell you something that you already know. If it is an existing product, then you should definitely know what it is. If not, and after you researched as much as you could, tell them the little that you know. For example, I interviewed for a group within Microsoft that was very new. I had no idea what the team was creating but I was interested because it was a new technology. I found out as much as I could and when they asked me this question, this is how I answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I67/sentence/I67S3.mp3\">There isn't much information about your products yet, but I heard you are creating new technology to create a more secure database. I worked with databases most of my career and the thought of more security really interested me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I67/sentence/I67S4.mp3\">I heard this company is creating a camera lens for deep sea photography. Because my major was in engineering and my hobby is in photography, I believe this is the perfect position for me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I67/sentence/I67S5.mp3\">I hear this group has several functions. It has an incubation team that grows new ideas and if the product has potential a new product is formed. I also hear this group creates solutions for companies to entice them to buy more Microsoft products.</a>\"</span><br><br>I didn't know much, but after researching, this is all I could find. This is exactly what I said and they responded by telling me more detail. It wasn't wrong, but at least I said enough about the group to sound like I researched a little bit. That's basically all you have to do for this question.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=325\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=327\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You won't have any problems with it. It's a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Piece of cake         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Describes something that is easy to do.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: In the 1870's, cakes were given as prizes for winning competition. To the winner, it was an easy task. Therefore, \"cake\" started representing something easy. Another phrase that is similar is \"cake walk,\" which also represents something that is easy.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S1.mp3\">You won't have any problems with it. It's a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S2.mp3\">It's not that difficult. Actually, it's a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S3.mp3\">Learning to type is a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>. It just takes persistence.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S4.mp3\">Sociology 101 is a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>. You should get an A in that class.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S5.mp3\">I have an interview for citizenship tomorrow. Do you know what they ask?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S6.mp3\">The only questions they ask are in the manual they provide.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S7.mp3\">Was it difficult?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S8.mp3\">Since all the questions and answers are already provided, it was a <i><b>piece of cake</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S9.mp3\">My homework today was as easy as pie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P35/sentence/P35S10.mp3\">The assignment was a breeze.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=801\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=803\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fraternity and Sorority - Joining         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/604-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are trying to find a fraternity or a sorority to join, you would either need to know someone in that group already, or find an advertisement in the local school paper, or go to the fraternity or sorority house and ask how to become a member.<br><br>Here are some things you can say initially:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S1.mp3\">Hi, I was interested in joining a fraternity. What is the process to get in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S2.mp3\">Hi. I was wondering what I needed to do to get into this sorority.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S3.mp3\">Are you taking in members now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S4.mp3\">Where can I find information on joining this sorority?</a>\"</span><br><br>After the initial sentence, they should respond with more information. Here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S5.mp3\">We take new members every semester. All you need to do is fill out this application, and then we will contact you for an interview.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S6.mp3\">Every Monday at 10 am, we have an informational session about our sorority. I highly recommend you attend if you are interested.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you ask a question about information, they might respond with a question such as,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S7.mp3\">What would you like to know?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can ask the following questions if you have this opportunity.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S8.mp3\">How much does it cost each month?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S9.mp3\">What meals are included with the monthly rent?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S10.mp3\">How many people are in this sorority?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S11.mp3\">What activities do you have in this fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S12.mp3\">Do you have tours of the building?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S13.mp3\">What is the policy during summer break? Can we stay in the frat house during the summer months?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L57/sentence/L57S14.mp3\">How long has this fraternity been around?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=603\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=605\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to people         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/504-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking to the employees of the company you are visiting is very different than talking to employees. Basically, you have to be polite and formal when dealing with them.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S1.mp3\">Hi Mark, I'm Alex from ABC Consulting. It's nice to meet you.</a>\"</span><br><br>During this stage, you might be engaged in small talk such as how your flight was or how the weather is over in your city, but if not, then you can get straight to work. You might need to know where you will be working. Only ask this if they never tell you. But chances are, they will let you know before you ask.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S2.mp3\">Where will I be working this week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S3.mp3\">Where is your office located?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S4.mp3\">Is your office relatively close to where I will be working?</a>\"</span><br><br>You might need to ask who you will be working with. But again, don't ask this too early, you should give them a chance to answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S5.mp3\">Who will I be working with this week?</a>\"</span><br><br>These previous questions should only be used in rare cases the other person doesn't tell you. The next couple of sentences are more likely.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S6.mp3\">Who should I contact if I have a question regarding inaccurate data?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S7.mp3\">Who should I contact if I have a question with this type of problem?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S8.mp3\">I am going to be calling my manager frequently with critical updates. What phone should I use?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S9.mp3\">How long does it take to get to the airport from here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S10.mp3\">How bad is the traffic around this time to the airport?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S11.mp3\">Where is the closest place to eat around here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S12.mp3\">Is there a fast food restaurant near by?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S13.mp3\">Does this building have a cafeteria?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B57/sentence/B57S14.mp3\">Do you have a cafeteria close by?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=503\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=505\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Have you managed people in any of the positions you've held?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Have you managed people in any of the positions you've held?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S1.mp3\">Have you managed people in any of the positions you've held?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If your resume states that you are a manager or states that you manage people, then they won't ask you this question. It is for those that are not in a defined management position. Basically, they want to know if you have any experience managing people. I do not recommend lying. They can keep asking questions until they find you in a lie. I would recommend telling the truth. I'll give two examples. One is my experience of managing two temporary workers. And another is an example that would show some managing experience without actually saying you managed people.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S2.mp3\">Yes. I have one year experience in managing three people. I distributed work to each member of my team, provided assistance and guidance, and mentored each employee to be a better employee.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S3.mp3\">I have three years of experience managing people. I managed a team from 3 people to a group of 10. Most of my duties as a manger was to make sure our projects were on track and that each employee was completing their work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S4.mp3\">I've never managed people yet, but I have 2 years of experience mentoring new employees. I took several courses on management and I feel I'm ready to take the next step of managing people.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S5.mp3\">I didn't hold a management position, but I was in charge of several projects where I had to manage a group of 4 workers to complete projects for a three month duration each. These projects gave me great experience in managing people.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S6.mp3\">I've never been in a management position yet, but I did manage two temporary employees for a one year duration. During that time, I was given a large area of work to cover. I planned and organized the work to distribute to the two extra workers. I managed their work and kept track of how many hours they worked each week. I met with them on a regular basis and provided feedback on where they are doing well, and where they needed improvement. Their time in our team ended after we completed the project. It wasn't a management position, but I gained experience in managing people.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I68/sentence/I68S7.mp3\">I never held a position where I was managing people, but I had a lot of experience where I was in charge of large projects. Although it was my co-workers, I had the experience of taking the lead on projects where I had to manage people for a specific time period. Although I didn't experience the full aspect of managing people, I learned how to bring people together, how to use individual strengths of each worker, and how to organize and break down a large task to distribute to several people.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have management experience, then you can tell them about your experience. But if you haven't, then it might be good to show them that you have some experience in managing people as I illustrate in my example.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=326\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=328\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Don't keep waiting for him to confess. He'll tell you <i><b>sooner or later</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sooner or later         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Eventually<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When something should happen, but you don't know when it will happen, you can use this term to express that it will eventually happen.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S1.mp3\">Don't keep waiting for him to confess. He'll tell you <i><b>sooner or later</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S2.mp3\">He'll come to his senses <i><b>sooner or later</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S3.mp3\">She'll realize that she's doing something wrong <i><b>sooner or later</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S4.mp3\">Why does Sarah date so many guys. Doesn't she know most of them are jerks?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S5.mp3\">I know. She needs to get hurt before she'll realize what's going on.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S6.mp3\">I guess she'll figure it out <i><b>sooner or later</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S7.mp3\">Yeah... but I'm hoping it is sooner than later.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S8.mp3\">I'm not worried about it. He'll eventually return my CD.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P36/sentence/P36S9.mp3\">I'll graduate from school eventually.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=802\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=804\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=605",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/605-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fraternity and Sorority - Interview Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/605-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you are trying to get into a fraternity or a sorority, you might have to interview. Lot of the interview questions are geared towards who you are. They are trying to determine if your personality matches what the group represents.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S1.mp3\">Why should we let you in this fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S2.mp3\">What do you want to gain from your experience in a fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S3.mp3\">What can you bring into this sorority?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S4.mp3\">What are your hobbies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S5.mp3\">What do you usually do on a weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S6.mp3\">Do you like to go to parties?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S7.mp3\">What type of music do you listen to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S8.mp3\">Where did you grow up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S9.mp3\">Do you play any sports?</a>\"</span><br><br>Before answering these questions, it is important to find out what type of fraternity or sorority you are applying for. Sometimes a good answer for one group will be a terrible answer to another. Most of the time, fraternities are about having a good time with friends.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S10.mp3\">Why should we let you in this fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S11.mp3\">I'm a fun person to be with, I have a good personality, and I like to have fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S12.mp3\">What do you want to gain from your experience in a fraternity?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S13.mp3\">The most important thing is getting good memories of good times with good friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S14.mp3\">Meeting people and making friends who like the same things I do. I also think it is important that the friendship goes even beyond the college years.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S15.mp3\">What can you bring into this sorority?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S16.mp3\">My parents have a boat, and I can use it to have fun parties on it in the summer time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S17.mp3\">What are your hobbies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S18.mp3\">I like to play basketball and football.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S19.mp3\">I like to go shopping and have drinks with my friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S20.mp3\">What do you usually do on a weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S21.mp3\">I either throw a party or go to a party.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S22.mp3\">Do you like to go to parties?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S23.mp3\">Hell yeah!</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S24.mp3\">What type of music do you listen to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/sentence/L58S25.mp3\">Mostly rap, hip-hop, and top 40's.</a>\"</span><br><br>Finally, if you decide to join a fraternity or a sorority and you pass the interview, you will have to go through initiation. Some places are real easy, but some places can be a little weird. For example, you might have to run down the street in your underwear, or you might have to kiss 10 different people, or you might have to drink a lot.  What ever it is, it's usually a surprise. Try to get as much information as you can before you join the group.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=604\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=606\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What types of people do you have trouble getting along with?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What types of people do you have trouble getting along with?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S1.mp3\">What types of people do you have trouble getting along with?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Even if you believe you get along with everyone, the interviewer will not believe you so don't say that you do. I recommend thinking about a type of person that is a bad worker. Use that person as an example and then explain what you do to put effort into the troubled relationship.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S2.mp3\">I get along with almost everybody, but I tend to get frustrated at people who always say yes and end up not delivering. I expect honesty and integrity, and saying yes should mean yes.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S3.mp3\">I'm very understanding of different people and different work styles, but I have a hard time with people who only do work that is seen by management. There's so much work that needs to be done and not everything is seen by the manager. So I get upset when work is neglected.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S4.mp3\">I get along with almost everyone, but I think I have the hardest time tolerating people who think they're always right. Not everything is black and white and many times there are multiple ways of doing something. In my last group, I had a coworker that believed his way was the correct way. That's fine, but when you try to explain another view point, he doesn't listen, starts to talk louder and he begins to think it's a debate. I avoided him for a while, but realized I should put in an effort to deal with his personality.</a>\"</span><br><br>For a follow up question, the interviewer can ask you what you did in this situation. Here is an example of dealing with this type of person.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I69/sentence/I69S5.mp3\">Basically, I had to change the way I talked to him. I was very careful with my words and always said something like, 'that's a great idea, but could we add this to it' or 'I definitely agree with you, but can I get your opinion on this method.' To tell you the truth, I would rather not deal with a person like that, but I thought the right thing to do was find a way to deal with him so that is what I did.</a>\"</span><br><br>The reason why it is acceptable to say you have a difficult time dealing with people like this is because everyone will have a hard time dealing with this type of person. So it doesn't make you look bad because you can't get along with this person, however, this is a good answer because it shows taking initiative to correct the relationship.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=327\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=329\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Eating during the Business Trip         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/505-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you go on a business trip alone, then you don't need to talk much, and you can eat whenever you want. But if you go with a group, they might want to eat together. Some people like to eat together all the time, but some people might not want to eat because they are not hungry.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S1.mp3\">What kind of food do you guys want to eat today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S2.mp3\">Anybody want to go for lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S3.mp3\">I'm going to lunch. Anybody want to join me?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S4.mp3\">Let's go in 20 minutes. I have to finish this real quick.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S5.mp3\">I can't make it. I have to finish this and it will take me another 30 minutes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S6.mp3\">I'm going to pass today. I brought a bagel with me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S7.mp3\">I have a small sandwich. I'm just going to eat here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S8.mp3\">Where should we have dinner tonight?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S9.mp3\">Hey, let's go to the Italian restaurant next to the hotel.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/sentence/B58S10.mp3\">We can either go to the steak house in the hotel, or the Italian restaurant next door.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=504\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=506\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You expect me to believe that? Stop <i><b>pulling my leg</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pull someone's leg         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Making someone believe something that is not true.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This came from London long time ago where criminals would trip someone to make them fall. After they fall, another criminal acting like they are helping the fallen person would take valuables out of their pocket. Although pulling a leg is not tripping, it can be seen as falling away from the truth.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S1.mp3\">You expect me to believe that? Stop <i><b>pulling my leg</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S2.mp3\">I'm just kidding. I was just <i><b>pulling your leg</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S3.mp3\">I didn't know you believed me. I was just <i><b>pulling your leg</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S4.mp3\">I was eating at a restaurant and this lady next to me started eating my food right in front of me.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S5.mp3\">What? You can't be serious. Nobody would ever do that.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P37/sentence/P37S6.mp3\">You're not gullible at all. I was trying to <i><b>pull your leg</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=803\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=805\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Fraternity and Sorority - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John. How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Me too. I just finished moving into the dormitory. It seems alright.\"<br>B: \"Oh man. You should have joined a fraternity.\"<br>A: \"You're in a fraternity? Which one?\"<br>B: \"I'm with Delta Tau Delta. It is going to be so much fun.\"<br>A: \"How much does it cost?\"<br>B: \"I have to pay $475 a month. It comes with two meals (a day) though.\"<br>A: \"Damn. That's the same price I'm paying for the dormitory. How often do they take new members?\"<br>B: \"Every semester. When they start recruiting, I'll be sure to let you know.\"<br>A: \"That would be great.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L58/practice/L58P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi, I was looking to join a sorority. Where can I find information about your sorority?\"<br>B: \"What would you like to know?\"<br>A: \"How many people are in this sorority?\"<br>B: \"We have 72 ladies so far. We have enough room for 28 more girls.\"<br>A: \"How often do you have parties here?\"<br>B: \"Only about once a month.\"<br>A: \"Do you provide meals here?\"<br>B: \"We provide breakfast and dinner every Monday through Friday.\"<br>A: \"Can I take a tour of the place?\"<br>B: \"Sure. I can show you around.\"<br>A: \"Wow. It looks great here. What do I need to do to get in?\"<br>B: \"You need to fill out this application, and then we will call you for an interview. If you pass the interview, then you will have to go through initiation.\"<br>A: \"What is involved in the initiation?\"<br>B: \"That's a secret.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=605\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=607\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Business Trips - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mark, I'm assigning you on the Tully project. You'll have to go to California in two weeks.\"<br>B: \"What is my objective over there?\"<br>A: \"You have to review financial documents over there. If you find something missing, work with their accountants to get the documents you need to complete the analysis.\"<br>B: \"How large is this project?\"<br>A: \"It's pretty big, so take someone with you. I think you can finish in a week if two of you are working on it.\"<br>B: \"Do we have to arrive there at a certain time?\"<br>A: \"Not really, but you should get there before lunch to settle in. Then you can get in half a day.\"<br>B: \"Who should I contact when I get there?\"<br>A: \"I'll email you the details, but you should go book your flight soon.\"<br>B: \"Will do. Do you have a recommendation on who should go with me?\"<br>A: \"Either Seth or Josh.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll find out who has more time.\"<br>A: \"Great. Keep me informed.\"<br>B: \"Got it.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B58/practice/B58P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Seth, you wanna go for lunch soon?\"<br>B: \"How about in 30 minutes. I'm almost done with this section.\"<br>A: \"Ok. Where do you want to eat?\"<br>B: \"I'm ok with anything, but let's go to a fast food place.\"<br>A: \"There's a Burger King around the corner. Let's go there.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good. One quick question... I'm going to finish all my work tomorrow. If we finish tomorrow, I suggest we head back home tomorrow evening. What do you think?\"<br>A: \"I think that's doable. We'll see how much we get done today, and if we're close, I'll let them know that we'll be done tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=505\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=507\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Who do you think are our two major competitors?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Who do you think are our two major competitors?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I70/sentence/I70S1.mp3\">Who do you think are our two major competitors?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I never received this question, but it is very likely if it is important to know competitors. Make sure during your research, you also investigate the competitors of the company you are interviewing for. You can make your answer if you know more details such as market percentage of each company, or if it is a product company, what products they make. For the long answer, I'll give an example of a person interviewing for a marketing position for McDonalds. This is a good example, because one of the competitors is obvious. It is Burger King. But what is the second competitor. That is the significance of this example. It gives you an opportunity to explain your opinion of the second competitor. But the figures I'm giving for all the answers are fake. You should make sure you research numbers so you can use them in your answers.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I70/sentence/I70S2.mp3\">The number one competitor to Verizon is Cingular. After they merged with AT&amp;amp;T, they became the largest cell phone provider with a 19% market control. The next competitor is Nextel. Although they only have 10% of the market, they are increasing in strength.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I70/sentence/I70S3.mp3\">The two competitors of Nokia are Motorola and Samsung. Motorola has a strong presence in the United States where Samsung is more global.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I70/sentence/I70S4.mp3\">Microsoft is competing with many different companies because Microsoft provides many different software. MSN is growing and AOL is the number one competitor for this business, while the Microsoft OS is challenged by Linux because it's free.</a>\"</span> <br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I70/sentence/I70S5.mp3\">The biggest competitor is Burger King. Where ever you see a McDonalds, it's common to see Burger King near by. They specialize in flame broiled burgers and use that as their marketing strategy. The Whopper is their number one selling burger selling approximately 30% more than all their other burgers. The second competitor is Wendy's. Although in some regions other hamburger stores sell more, if you take international sales into consideration, Wendy's clearly is a strong competitor. They advertise opening late and concentrate on their dollar menu luring people in to buy other more expensive items.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example clearly demonstrates knowledge about the industry instead of just McDonalds. Knowing the industry is important because and this question gives you the opportunity to show that off. This example also demonstrates an understanding of the international aspect of selling burgers. Finally, their marketing strategy is included in the answer. When you are interviewing for a position, make sure you know as much detail as you can to show that you are knowledgeable about the whole industry.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=328\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=330\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What was I supposed to do? Try to <i><b>put yourself in my place</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Put oneself in one's place         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To think from another point of view.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: To get a better understanding by thinking from the view of the other person. Another way of saying this is to \"put yourself in one's shoe.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S1.mp3\">What was I supposed to do? Try to <i><b>put yourself in my place</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S2.mp3\">It's easy to be understanding if you always <i><b>put yourself in the other person's place</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S3.mp3\">If you <i><b>put yourself in my place</b></i>, you would understand why I did that.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S4.mp3\">You know I didn't mean to hurt you, but I had no choice.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S5.mp3\">That's no excuse for what you did to me.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S6.mp3\">Try to <i><b>put yourself in my place</b></i>. What would you have done?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S7.mp3\">I see your point.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S8.mp3\">If I were in your shoes, I would have done the same thing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P38/sentence/P38S9.mp3\">I can't blame you because I would have done the same thing if I were in your situation.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=804\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=806\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=607",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/607-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         College Partying         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/607-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>One of the great things about college is the parties. However, it could be boring and dull for others. I'm not saying it's fun for everyone. But if you like to drink, have fun with a lot of different people, it might just be your thing.<br><br>First, I'll explain the various parties you can attend. There are fraternity and sorority parties, parties at a friend's house, parties at clubs or bars, night clubs, and so on. That is what we will discuss here. We will have other sessions on different types of parties, but since we are on the college track right now, I will dedicate this session to partying while in school.<br><br>Usually, fraternity or a sorority party has a lot of drinking, a lot of people, and a lot of music. At the party, you usually mingle and meet a lot of people. Some people go to the parties to have sex. These can occur at many parties because there are a lot of rooms in the fraternity and sorority houses. But don't think this is all fun and games. There are some people who thinks these types of parties are boring. For the people who do not like to talk to strangers, it can really be boring. They will end up in a corner by themselves and have a beer or two and then go home. It basically depends on what type of atmosphere you like.<br><br>If you like this type of partying, the first thing you need to do is find the party.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S1.mp3\">Where is everyone hanging out this weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S2.mp3\">Are there any good fraternity parties this weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S3.mp3\">Where does everyone go to party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S4.mp3\">Are there any parties to crash this weekend?</a>\"</span><br><br>An easier way to find a party is to have a friend who is in the loop.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S5.mp3\">There's a party this weekend at the Kappa Sorority house. I think we can sneak in. Wanna go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S6.mp3\">There's a bunch of us going to the Last Supper Club in downtown. If you're not doing anything, you should join us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S7.mp3\">A friend of mine is having a party at a huge house. It's going to be a blast. Let's go man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L59/sentence/L59S8.mp3\">There's going to be a kegger at my fraternity. You're welcome to come.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=606\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=608\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Office and Cubicles         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/507-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The office has three types of workstation setting. Some companies provide a single office for each employee, other companies have a cubicle system, and some companies have desks put together in a large open space where everyone sits. I'll separate this lesson into these three categories.<br><br><b>Desks all together</b><br><br>If you are in an environment where you have to sit at a desk right next to 15 other people with the same desks, I'm sorry for your situation. It's very uncomfortable working like this, but it is a reality. Here are some things I heard from people in this setting.<br><br>General statements or complaints<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S1.mp3\">It's not that bad, but there is no privacy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S2.mp3\">I wouldn't mind it so much if the manager couldn't see every minute of my day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S3.mp3\">I hate it. Even if they can't give us offices, they could at least give us cubicles.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S4.mp3\">The reason I hate it so much is because I can't take a small break. Since the manager is always looking at everyone, even when I am not working, I have to pretend like I am.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S5.mp3\">There are a lot of distractions. I can hear everything everyone says in the whole office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S6.mp3\">Mary sometimes turns on the music. It's not that bad, but sometimes I want it quiet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S7.mp3\">If I have a complaint about something, I can't talk to the manager because everyone will hear. I have to set up a meeting and use the conference room.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Questions and Requests</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S8.mp3\">I don't have another outlet near my desk. Can I get a power strip?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S9.mp3\">Can I move to a different location? The sun always glares off my monitor and I have trouble working.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S10.mp3\">Can I sit on the other side of the room? This is too close to the door and it gets cold here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B59/sentence/B59S11.mp3\">I get hot easily. Would it be possible if I sit next to the door? It is much cooler there.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=506\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=508\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=330",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why do you like sales?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why do you like sales?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S1.mp3\">Why do you like sales?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>You can answer this question in numerous ways. But to make your answer effective, you should think of an answer that will show your strong points as a salesman. Make sure to cover your own traits that are important to sales. Here is an example.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S2.mp3\">I like sales because I like talking with people and I'm good at making people feel comfortable.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S3.mp3\">I enjoy sales because it requires strong communication skills and that's one of my strong traits. I like the challenge of making a sale and I feel good whenever I make a good sale.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S4.mp3\">I like sales because it fits my personality. I enjoying working with all sorts of people and I like to provide great customer service by answering questions about products professionally.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I71/sentence/I71S5.mp3\">I've always liked sales. I enjoy working with and talking to people. I'm good at making people comfortable and I also like the challenge. In the past with my friends, I heard comments frequently that I would make a good salesman even before I got into sales. So basically, I like sales because it fits my personality and I really enjoy it.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a simple short answer. Not everyone can be a salesperson. They need to have the right personality such as good communication skills. You don't have to have a great answer for this question. But the most important aspect is showing that you enjoy sales.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=329\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=331\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         College Partying - Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/608-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are new to these types of partying, you can ask questions about what takes place at these parties.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S1.mp3\">What do you usually do at the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S2.mp3\">What goes on at the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S3.mp3\">Are there a lot of girls?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S4.mp3\">Are there a lot of cute guys?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S5.mp3\">What types of drinks do they have at the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S6.mp3\">Do I need to bring anything to the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/sentence/L60S7.mp3\">How many people usually come to the party?</a>\"</span><br><br>The most important thing you will need to learn is what to say when you are at the party.<br><br>In order to be liked, it doesn't matter what you look like, or how much money you have. Although both of these help, the most important thing is if you are a fun person. Usually, fun people have good things to say and keeps the conversation going. You can engage in small talk, but it also doesn't matter what you say, it matters how you say it.<br><br>The most important thing to do is to do a lot of laughing. It really doesn't matter what you say, so no use learning new sentences. I will have several practice sessions so you can hear what the conversation should sound like.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=607\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=609\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm so hungry that <i><b>I can eat a horse</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I can eat a horse         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To express the desire to eat a lot of food.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: One explanation is that there is a lot of meat on a horse. Also not many people eat horses, but they would if they are very hungry. Combining the willingness to eat a large quantity of meat, and the willingness to eat meat that is not normally eaten suggests that the person is extremely hungry.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S1.mp3\">I'm so hungry that <i><b>I can eat a horse</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S2.mp3\">I feel like <i><b>I can eat a horse</b></i> right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S3.mp3\">If I didn't eat anything for two days, I would feel like <i><b>I can eat a horse</b></i> too.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S4.mp3\">I didn't eat anything all day.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S5.mp3\">You must be really hungry.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S6.mp3\"><i><b>I can eat a horse</b></i> right now.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S7.mp3\">I'm starving. I think I can eat a whale.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P39/sentence/P39S8.mp3\">I'm famished. I could eat anything right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=805\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=807\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=508",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/508-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Cubicles         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/508-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A cubicle is a work area that is separated by small portable walls. It is generally about 4 to 5 feet high and it gives a little more privacy. Although it's not as good as an office, it is much better than having to sit in an open area looking at everyone. Another benefit of having a cubicle is that you can personalize the space. There are small walls to put up pictures, decoration, or to put up a white board or a cork board.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S1.mp3\">I sit in the cubicle down the hall. It's next to the conference room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S2.mp3\">My cubicle is directly on the other side of this wall. Come by sometime.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S3.mp3\">The files are on my desk in my cubicle. I'll get them for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S4.mp3\">I walked by your cubicle and saw a heater. Where did you get such a small one like that? I think I want one for my cubicle as well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S5.mp3\">There are a couple of people with the name Steve in our office. If you say, 'Steve' real loud, you will see two heads appear at the same time. It's quite funny.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you hear the term 'cube farm', it is referring to a huge space with a lot of cubicles.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S6.mp3\">I heard ABC Company has a serious cube farm. Even the CEO has a cubicle. I think that's pretty cool.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S7.mp3\">How big is your cubicle?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S8.mp3\">My cubicle is about 5 feet by 6 feet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S9.mp3\">It's roughly 5 by 6.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B60/sentence/B60S10.mp3\">I'm not sure, but it fits two small desks and a drawer. I guess it's big enough for me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=507\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=509\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=526",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/526-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bored - Boring Work         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/526-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A different situation you can tell someone you are bored is when you are simply talking with a friend concerning a part of your life that is boring. For example, if you have a boring job, you can explain to your friend how boring it is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S1.mp3\">How is your work these days?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S2.mp3\">Work is so boring that I'm going crazy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S3.mp3\">I ran out of things to do and management is too busy to give me more work. I tried to find things to do with no luck. I'm basically sitting in my chair pretending to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S4.mp3\">That sounds so boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S5.mp3\">Tell me about it. Time goes so slow when you're bored. I'd rather be busy. Then at least the day would go by faster.</a>\"</span><br><br>Similar type of boring work is when doing something that is routine. Some sentences expressing boring work are:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S6.mp3\">I'm doing the same thing over and over again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S7.mp3\">My work is so repetitious that I am getting bored of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S8.mp3\">My work does not interest me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S9.mp3\">I'm only working to pay the bills.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S10.mp3\">I wish I had your job.</a>\"</span><br><br>Because some people are so busy, they envy people who have nothing to do at work.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S11.mp3\">I'm so bored. I have nothing to do at work. I just surf the Internet all day long.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L6/sentence/L6S12.mp3\">Dang! I'm so busy at work, it's driving me crazy. I really wish I had your job.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=525\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=822\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      College Partying - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey man. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Not much. Just having a good time.\"<br>A: \"That's all good. What year are you?\"<br>B: \"I'm a sophomore. How about you?\"<br>A: \"This is my third year.\"<br>B: \"Are you in this fraternity?\"<br>A: \"No. I'm over at Beta Psi.\"<br>B: \"I have a friend over there. Do you know Johnny Parker?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. He joined us last year. He a friend of yours?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. We went to high school together.\"<br>A: \"Right on. What's your name?\"<br>B: \"Roger Dunkin. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Steve Leary. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>B: \"Yeah.\"<br>A: \"What have you been drinking?\"<br>B: \"Just Heinekens\"<br>A: \"Oh man. You have been missing the good stuff. Are you OK with shots?\"<br>B: \"Hell yeah.\"<br>A: \"Cool. Follow me. I'll show you the good stuff.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"You come to a lot of these parties?\"<br>B: \"As many as I can find.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha ha.\"<br>B: \"Any fine ladies around here?\"<br>A: \"I just checked out a group of chicks heading towards the kitchen.\"<br>B: \"Were they with any guys?\"<br>A: \"No, they were alone.\"<br>B: \"What are you doing just standing here then? Let's go see if they want any company.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like a good plan. Let's go.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L60/practice/L60P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you go to school here?\"<br>B: \"No. I go to a different university.\"<br>A: \"So do you know Johnny?\"<br>B: \"I came here with a friend who knows Johnny. I met him a couple of times. He's a cool guy. So you go to this school?\"<br>A: \"Yeah.\"<br>B: \"What year are you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a junior. How about you?\"<br>B: \"Me too. But I bet I'll be in school for 4 more years. I still haven't decided on my major.\"<br>A: \"I'm in a similar boat. I'm in the English department, but I want to change majors. If I do that, then I'll have to go to school for another year.\"<br>B: \"That's life I guess.\"<br>A: \"I'm going to get another drink. It was nice meeting you.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Nice meeting you too.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=608\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=610\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you <i><b>read between the lines</b></i>, you would have understood what he was implying.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Read between the lines         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To understand the underlying meaning of something that is not completely clear.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: There are no words between the lines. However, there are many written text like poetry, proverbs, or riddles that require you to understand more than what is written to completely understand it. This phrase became popular so people started using it to refer to understanding hidden meaning.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S1.mp3\">If you <i><b>read between the lines</b></i>, you would have understood what he was implying.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S2.mp3\">Steve isn't very good at <i><b>reading between the lines</b></i>. You have to tell him exactly what you want.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S3.mp3\">Martha can <i><b>read between the lines</b></i> very well. She picks up on everything.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S4.mp3\">Did you read chapter three for our English class?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S5.mp3\">Yeah. I think the author was indicating that he was supporting the war.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S6.mp3\">Even though he said one thing, he meant another. You have to <i><b>read between the lines</b></i> to fully understand his stance.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P40/sentence/P40S7.mp3\">That might be true. I should go read it again.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=806\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=808\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=509",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/509-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Office         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/509-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you think having an office will stop all your complaints and you will be happy, you are mistaken. It's amazing how people with their own office still find things to complain about. I am just as guilty. I remember when I was sharing an office with one other person, I was complaining about not having my own office. And when I got my own office, I remember complaining about getting a bigger office. When I got a bigger office, I remember complaining about not having a window office. Isn't it strange how the complaints never end? Let's see some of the sentences for this section.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S1.mp3\">Why is Jack's office so much bigger than mine?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S2.mp3\">I'm next in line for a window office. How come you gave it to Paul?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S3.mp3\">There is an empty office across the hall. Can I have it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S4.mp3\">It's great having my own office because I can surf the Internet and take a real break anytime I want.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S5.mp3\">The privacy is probably the best thing about having my own office. I can't image working in a cubicle again.</a>\"</span><br><br>A common phrase you might hear from you manager is to come to their office.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S6.mp3\">Can you stop by my office?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S7.mp3\">Stop by my office when you get a chance.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S8.mp3\">Let's meet in my office.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you want to stop by someone's office, you can say this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S9.mp3\">Can I stop by your office after lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S10.mp3\">Can I come by your office now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/sentence/B61S11.mp3\">Can we talk in your office?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=508\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=510\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=332",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How long have you been looking for a job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How long have you been looking for a job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S1.mp3\">How long have you been looking for a job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I don't know if this is legitimate question for an interviewer to ask, but it is definitely possible. I don't like the question, but at least we should think about it and prepare an answer. If you have been looking for a job for like eight months, it could sound like you are a bad candidate because nobody wants to hire you. Instead, I would take a different approach than answering honestly. If the resume shows you have been out of work for a year, then you have to explain the one year. You have two options. First, you can be honest and say you have been looking for one year, or you can think of a good excuse. It's hard to lie and sound believable so I'm going to give an honest answer. If you have a good excuse for not working for a long duration, feel free to use that as an excuse.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S2.mp3\">I sent out my resumes just last week. I'm very excited to join a company where I can help out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S3.mp3\">I've been looking for about a month now. Because of the slow economy it's taking a little longer than I expected, but I'm confident that I can be a valuable asset to any company.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S4.mp3\">It's been about 2 months now. I wasn't as aggressive in the beginning because I was taking some classes, but now that I'm done with class, I'm really trying now.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S5.mp3\">To be honest, I've been looking for a job for quite a long time. The job market hasn't been that great and it's been a little rough. But I spent my year productively by reading up on new technologies, self studying, and trying to challenge myself with small projects. I definitely learned a lot and I'm really ready to start working again.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have a real excuse such as a sick mother you have to take care of, here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I73/sentence/I73S6.mp3\">I have been out of work for a year, but I have only been looking for a job for about 3 weeks now. My mother had cancer and I wanted to spend the final months with her. She passed away and I can starting work again.</a>\"</span><br><br>I don't recommend lying for this question. It could turn bad if they find out the truth later. Telling them the truth like my first example shows honesty and shows that you tried to stay productive.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=331\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=333\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=610",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/610-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Smoking         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/610-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are several facts to smoking. First, smoking is bad for you. Second, everyone knows it's bad for you, but many people still smoke. I will cover two aspects of smoking. First, we will learn about asking for a cigarette. And second, we will learn about what people say about smokers and the conversations that take place between non-smokers and smokers.<br><br>First, let's talk about smokers.<br><br>There is not much you need to know except how to ask for a cigarette. What else are you going to say?<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S1.mp3\">Do you have an extra cigarette?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S2.mp3\">May I have a cigarette?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S3.mp3\">Can I have a cigarette?</a>\"</span><br><br>Sometimes, you can ask while giving a reason.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S4.mp3\">Can I get a cigarette from you? I just ran out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S5.mp3\">I forgot my smokes at my house. Do you have an extra one?</a>\"</span><br><br>There are other terminologies you can use.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S6.mp3\">Can I bum a cigarette from you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S7.mp3\">Can I bum one of those?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S8.mp3\">Do you have an extra cigarette I can bum?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S9.mp3\">I need a cigarette. Can you help me out?</a>\"</span><br><br>Bum is another way of saying beggar. In essence, you are admitting that you are a bum for asking. Although the meaning can sound pretty serious, many people use this term to be polite.<br><br>Answering these questions is pretty simple.<br><br>Nobody ever says, 'No.' That's just too rude. If it's a friend, then you don't even need to say anything. Just pull out the pack of cigarettes and hand your friend a cigarette. But here are some other things you can say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S10.mp3\">Sure.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S11.mp3\">I think I have a spare.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S12.mp3\">Here you go.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are sitting at a coffee shop, you can put it on the counter and say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S13.mp3\">No need to ask, just help yourself.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you don't have anymore then you can say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S14.mp3\">Sorry. I just ran out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S15.mp3\">This was my last one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L61/sentence/L61S16.mp3\">I bummed this one off another person.</a>\"</span><br><br>Or if it's a stranger walking by, you can ignore them and keep walking without saying anything, although this could be rude.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=609\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=611\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=808",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You can't do anything about it, so <i><b>don't sweat it</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Don't sweat it         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone not to worry<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When people worry a lot, they can sweat. This became a popular way to tell someone not to worry.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S1.mp3\">You can't do anything about it, so <i><b>don't sweat it</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S2.mp3\">You tried your best, so <i><b>stop sweating it</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S3.mp3\">I'm worried about my final examination.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S4.mp3\">You didn't take it yet?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S5.mp3\">I took it yesterday. I'm not sure how I did.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S6.mp3\">If you tried your best, there's nothing you can do about the results, so <i><b>don't sweat it</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S7.mp3\">Don't worry about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P41/sentence/P41S8.mp3\">Nothing you can do about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=807\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=809\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why haven't you received any offers so far?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why haven't you received any offers so far?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S1.mp3\">Why haven't you received any offers so far?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S2.mp3\">What offers have you received so far?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another type of question that most interviewers will not ask. But just in case, I'll provide an example. For the question asking what offers have you received so far, you can simply list the ones you have received without details. For example, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S3.mp3\">I received offers from Boeing and InfoSpace.</a>\"</span> But if they ask you why haven't you received any offers, then your answer will depend on if you have an offer or not. If you do, then you can politely correct them by saying, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S4.mp3\">Actually, I received an offer from Intel. But I didn't respond with my answer yet because this company is my first choice.</a>\"</span> If you do not have any offers, then you can say something like this example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S5.mp3\">I just started interviewing this past week, so it's a little too early to tell.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S6.mp3\">I recently started looking for a job, but I'm hoping that I'll receive offers soon.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S7.mp3\">I received one offer from a smaller company, but I want to see what else is out there. I like what this company has to offer so I'm hoping everything turns out well today.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S8.mp3\">I've only interviewed with two other companies so far and I have a second interview with one of them. It's too early to tell if I'll be receiving any offers right now, but I'm confident that I will get a couple.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is suggesting that you are actively interviewing. Mentioning a second interview with another company also shows that you passed the first interview stage. You are not admitting to any fault by not receiving any offers, but simply saying it is too early because you haven't been searching for a job that long.<br><br>If you have been looking for a job for a long time, then you will not be able to use an answer like I just showed. Instead, you might have to be honest and try to put the blame somewhere else. More likely you will not receive this answer, but just in case, here is one more example. This example admits directly to not receiving any offers but shows diligence and shows that this person doesn't give up.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I74/sentence/I74S9.mp3\">Most of the jobs I have been applying for require more experience than I have. Also, because the job market is rough right now the competition has been pretty tough. But I plan on self studying continually and I know through my diligence that I will get a job soon.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=332\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=334\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=510",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Offices and Cubicles - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How are things at work?\"<br>B: \"It's not too bad. But I hate our office setting.\"<br>A: \"Are you in a cubicle?\"<br>B: \"No. I would be happy with a cubicle. We have 10 desks all in a large room. The supervisor is at one end with a view of everyone.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. You have no privacy.\"<br>B: \"I know. I can't even take a small break because everyone is watching. But that's not the worst part. I can hear everyone talking all day long and it's so distracting.\"<br>A: \"I feel sorry for you.\"<br>B: \"I can't even complain about something to the supervisor because everyone can hear.\"<br>A: \"Why do they have the office set up like that?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. Maybe they want to save money, or maybe they think it's more effective.\"<br>A: \"Is anybody in an office?\"<br>B: \"Only the people above the supervisor.\"<br>A: \"Maybe if they got out of their office and worked in the open space they would realize how terrible it is.\"<br>B: \"I guess I'll just have to tolerate it for now.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B61/practice/B61P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you have cubicles in your company?\"<br>B: \"No. Everyone has their own office.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky. I'm in a cubicle.\"<br>B: \"I'm so glad we have our own office. There is so much privacy and we can take breaks whenever we want.\"<br>A: \"How does management know if you are working or not?\"<br>B: \"Our company doesn't really keep track of little details. Our performance is based on our assignments and projects. Management doesn't care when it's done, they just want the person to do a good job and turn it in on time.\"<br>A: \"I like that method. In our company, our manager wants to know every detail almost every hour. If we are a little behind, the manager gets mad and starts worrying.\"<br>B: \"I would hate that environment.\"<br>A: \"I agree. It's not a good work environment. Do you ever play video games in your office?\"<br>B: \"Not when it is busy, but when we are experiencing a down time, I close the door and start a game of Star Craft. If someone comes in, I quickly switch the view on the monitor.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky.\"<br>B: \"I don't take it for granted, but I wouldn't mind a window office soon.\"<br>A: \"Shut up you freak.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=509\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=511\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=611",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/611-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Smoking - Non Smoking Areas         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/611-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Smoking and non-smoking areas<br><br>Currently in America, many states are banning indoor public smoking. That means no smoking in bars, restaurants, or any other place that is deemed public. California is an example of a state that implemented this rule. But there are still places where smoking is permitted.<br><br>Here are some questions you might find useful.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S1.mp3\">Is this a non-smoking establishment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S2.mp3\">Do you have a smoking section here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S3.mp3\">Is smoking allowed?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S4.mp3\">Where is the smoking section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S5.mp3\">Is there a designated smoking area?</a>\"</span><br><br>At a bar or a smoking place, if you need an ashtray, you can say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S6.mp3\">Can I have an ashtray?</a>\"</span><br>If you have one and you need another one, simply say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S7.mp3\">Can I have another ashtray?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are smoking in an area that is a non-smoking area, you might hear people say the following... if you are a non-smoker, then you can learn this to say to others that are smoking in a non-smoking area.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S8.mp3\">This is a non-smoking area.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S9.mp3\">There's no smoking in this area.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S10.mp3\">This is a non smoking establishment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S11.mp3\">There's no smoking in the airport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S12.mp3\">Smoking is only allowed in the bar area.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S13.mp3\">You cannot smoke here. Can you please go to the bar or outside to smoke?</a>\"</span><br><br>Responding to these can be done with a simple, <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S14.mp3\">I'm terribly sorry. I'll take this to the smoking area.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L62/sentence/L62S15.mp3\">Sorry. I didn't know I was in a no smoking area. I'll move right away.</a>\"</span><br><br>The easiest way is just to apologize and leave immediately with a, 'sorry.'<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=610\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=612\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=809",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I can't put my finger on it, but it definitely <i><b>rings a bell</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Rings a bell         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To remember something<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: A bell is used to alert us of many things such as a door bell, telephone bell, school bell, clothes dryer bell, etc. When we hear the bell, we know what the bell represents. To ring a bell became a way of saying that you remember something. Another explanation comes from Pavlov.  He created an experiment where he rang a bell before he gave food to a dog. He did this repeatedly and the dog started to drool before he saw any food because the dog knew the food would come after the bell rang. <br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S1.mp3\">I can't put my finger on it, but it definitely <i><b>rings a bell</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S2.mp3\">It <i><b>rings a bell</b></i>, but I'm not one hundred percent sure.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S3.mp3\">Oh, oh, oh... that <i><b>rings a bell</b></i>. Where did I see that from?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S4.mp3\">Did you go to Martha Lake High School?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S5.mp3\">Yeah. Why?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S6.mp3\">I met this girl. Her name is Jane Summerland. Do you know her?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S7.mp3\">That name <i><b>rings a bell</b></i>, but I don't remember for sure.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S8.mp3\">That reminds me of something.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S9.mp3\">That sounds so familiar.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P42/sentence/P42S10.mp3\">I know what you're talking about but I can't pin point it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=808\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=810\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you don't understand your assignment and you can't reach your boss, what would you do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you don't understand your assignment and you can't reach your boss, what would you do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S1.mp3\">If you don't understand your assignment and you can't reach your boss, what would you do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is seeing how you react to ambiguous situations. Also it checks to see how resourceful you are. The best way to answer this question is to provide step by step actions you would take in this situation.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S2.mp3\">I would investigate the assignment deeper by searching for more information, asking coworkers or other managers and make the smartest decision on how to tackle the assignment.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S3.mp3\">There are many places I can look for clarity. I would look through some books, or the Internet, or my peers, or even other managers. If I try to look for answers, most of the time I can find them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S4.mp3\">I would first see what the deadline is and if my manager will be back before the deadline. If not, then I would leave a message on my managers phone. Afterwards, I would ask my peers or other managers to see if they know the assignment. I believe investigating the assignment further will help me understand it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I75/sentence/I75S5.mp3\">First, I would read the assignment again thoroughly to see if I missed a clue or anything. I could even turn to the Internet and look up other documentation if it was something like a difficult process I didn't know. After investigating this assignment, and I still don't understand it, then I could turn to my peers and see if anyone has done an assignment similar to the one I received. If my peers do not know either, then I could ask my boss's manager and verify with him. After exhausting these options, then I would have to make a decision on how to do the assignment and make the best decision I can on how to tackle the assignment. Before engaging in the assignment, I would leave a message on my boss's cell phone.</a>\"</span><br><br>There might be a better answer, but in my experience many interviewers are looking for a process of reaching a goal. In this example, it shows each step from beginning to end. Feel free to add or change these steps after thinking about it.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=333\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=335\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=511",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/511-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Performance Review Period         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/511-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A performance review period is a time when your manager reviews your work and tells you where you need to improve or where you have been doing well. Some smaller companies do not have a concrete review process. But large companies have a process in place. Some of them do a review two times a year, and some companies have a yearly review. Your review is sometimes dependent on how much raise you will get and sometimes even the bonus amount.<br><br>Because the review is different from company to company, I will use this lesson for sentences you need to say during the time you speak with your manager. I will not be going into the details and timeframe of the review.<br><br>If there is a process in place, then you probably have a template to write down your achievements over a certain time span. This is your chance to toot your own horn. So include everything you did and do not be modest. If you don't have a template to follow, then write down on a word document the achievements you made. It is also good to write down some places where you want to improve. Some people might think that telling your manager where you need to improve is basically admitting to having flaws, but great managers think a person who can identify their own problems and fix them are great employees.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=510\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=512\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=612",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/612-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Smoking - Quitting and General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/612-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are in a hotel getting a room, the clerk might ask you,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S1.mp3\">Would you like a smoking room or a non-smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you hate the smell of smoke and they do not ask, you can verify what type of room it is by asking,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S2.mp3\">Can you make sure it's a non-smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S3.mp3\">Is this going to be a non-smoking room?</a>\"</span><br><br>While smoking, you will sometimes talk about smoking. If that's the case, you can ask these types of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S4.mp3\">How long have you been smoking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S5.mp3\">Have you been smoking long?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S6.mp3\">Have you ever tried to quit smoking?</a>\"</span><br><br>Comments you can say while smoking with someone<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S7.mp3\">Smoking is so bad, but it feels so good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S8.mp3\">I've been smoking for 10 years.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S9.mp3\">I tried to quit a couple of times. It's really hard.</a>\"</span><br><br>I heard some comments from some people justifying cigarette smoking<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S10.mp3\">There was a 90 year old man who smokes one pack a day and drinks one bottle of Soju a day and he is very healthy. He's been doing it for over 60 years.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S11.mp3\">I only smoke when I'm with friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S12.mp3\">I only smoke when I'm drinking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S13.mp3\">I can quit anytime I want. There is just no need to right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S14.mp3\">The best way to quit is cold turkey.</a>\"</span> Cold turkey is a terminology used to completely stop without any help with things such as nicotine gum or nicotine patches.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S15.mp3\">There are a lot of aids to help you stop smoking. I heard hypnosis is pretty good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L63/sentence/L63S16.mp3\">I quit for 3 months last year. I used the patch to help stop the cravings.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=611\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=613\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=810",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I need to concentrate on this, so stop <i><b>bugging</b></i> me.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bug         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To annoy<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Bugs, like mosquitoes can be annoying when they are buzzing around your ear, or bothering you in some other way.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S1.mp3\">I need to concentrate on this, so stop <i><b>bugging</b></i> me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S2.mp3\">I need to get out of the house. My little brother has been <i><b>bugging</b></i> me all day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S3.mp3\">Let's go <i><b>bug</b></i> John.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S4.mp3\">If you <i><b>bug</b></i> me one more time, I'm going to kick your butt.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S5.mp3\">Johnny, will you play Star Craft with me?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S6.mp3\">I can't. I'm doing my homework.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S7.mp3\">Come on. I need someone to play with.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S8.mp3\">Stop <i><b>bugging</b></i> me. I said I'm busy.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S9.mp3\">Stop pestering me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P43/sentence/P43S10.mp3\">Stop bothering me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=809\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=811\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=512",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/512-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Achievements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/512-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Everyone has certain responsibilities. You should use your responsibilities as a guide when you talk to your boss. The best way is to go through each responsibility and state how you successfully accomplished everything you were responsible for.<br><br>If you are a sales person, then the best metric is to use your sales number.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S1.mp3\">I have exceeded the average for all sales categories. I was in the top 3 for renewals, I was second in accessory sales, and the most in new services. Overall, I was the first in our store and third in the whole region.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are a computer engineer, then it will be a little different.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S2.mp3\">I finished all my assignments on time, I fixed the most amount of code errors, I did code reviews on numerous occasion, and I created a program that helped the installation process. This ultimately reduced the installation time by 40%.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Some General Statements</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S3.mp3\">I feel I did a great job. I exceeded all my goals, and I made the most sales throughout the year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S4.mp3\">I am very happy with my performance over the year. I completed all my projects and I even took on three additional assignments. I also helped the junior employees on a regular basis.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S5.mp3\">I'm happy with my results. The project I have been working on was a success. During the process, I managed to overcome all obstacles and finished on time. We have increased our revenue while decreasing cost.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S6.mp3\">I believe I am on track. This year I have learned a great deal. I am very familiar with all our tools and I even completed my first project successfully.</a>\"</span><br><br>These are general sentences you can say, but if you have a list of accomplishments, you should say them one by one in a paragraph. But make sure you speak clearly and slow enough so the other person can keep up.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B63/sentence/B63S7.mp3\">I have accomplished a great deal this year. I analyzed all monthly sales data, wrote up a thorough report for each one, I also created a process of submitting the report form that saved an hour for each report, I worked on four projects that were all successful, and I created a How-To document for new employees.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is long, but it is actually very simple. All I am doing is stating each thing right after the other. You should make a list and basically say them all together. It's effective and short.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=511\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=513\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=335",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If everyone on the team is a veteran, what will you do to fit in and be a beneficial team member instead of a person who appears to be in training?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If everyone on the team is a veteran, what will you do to fit in?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S1.mp3\">If everyone on the team is a veteran, what will you do to fit in and be a beneficial team member instead of a person who appears to be in training?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is actually an easy question. Everyone should have a similar answer because there are only a few things that you can do. I'm going to be giving an example of preparing and reading up on information more than usual.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S2.mp3\">In this situation, I'll have to ramp up quickly and study notes from previous meetings before attending any. I'll also do a lot of studying to catch up so I can participate in discussions instead of appearing to be in training.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S3.mp3\">In the beginning, I'll put a lot of effort into catching up on any existing projects I join. I believe studying a lot in the beginning to be aware of what is going on is very important.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S4.mp3\">I'll study as much as I can to fit into a group of veterans. I know I'll have many questions along the way, but listening carefully and putting pieces together will allow me to catch up quickly. I know I'll be able to be an effective team player in a short time by following this method.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I76/sentence/I76S5.mp3\">Even if everyone is a veteran, I feel confident I can fit right in. I would prepare as much as I can by reading existing material to catch up on the project. I would plan for meetings by making a list of questions I have and finding the answers to these questions before the meeting. I would also create a list of ideas through the documents I have read. A fresh mind could help with creative solutions. I know that I would be required to study a lot in the beginning, but I would be able to do so at home or by working late in the office.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer shows steps of becoming a team member that doesn't appear to be in training. It is describing ways to limit training times in meetings, and includes that a new worker could benefit an existing team by making a list of ideas.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=334\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=336\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=613",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/613-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Smoking - Asking for Light and Hate Smoking         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/613-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you don't have a lighter or matches, do not ask for fire. That is a common mistake. Instead, ask for a light.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S1.mp3\">Do you have a light?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S2.mp3\">Can I borrow your lighter?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S3.mp3\">Can I use your matches?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you catch someone smoking, like your kid or your significant other, you can say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S4.mp3\">Have you been smoking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S5.mp3\">Is that smoke I smell?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S6.mp3\">Who taught you how to smoke?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S7.mp3\">Where did you get those cigarettes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S8.mp3\">I saw you smoking yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S9.mp3\">You smoke don't you?</a>\"</span><br><br>Finally, for people who do not like smoking, here is a section on communicating your disgust with smoking.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S10.mp3\">I hate smoking. It smells so bad and hurts my throat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S11.mp3\">I don't like that club because it smells like smoke in there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S12.mp3\">It is way too smoky in the bar.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S13.mp3\">It's a little stuffy with smoke in here. I'm going outside to get some fresh air.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S14.mp3\">Have you ever kissed a smoker? You can taste the smoke. It's disgusting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S15.mp3\">I get a headache when I'm around smoke.</a>\"</span><br><br>Second hand smoke is a term used for non-smokers breathing the smoke from smokers. So if you are a non-smoker and you are in a bar, the air you are breathing is basically second hand smoke.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S16.mp3\">I heard that second hand smoke is just as bad for you as smoking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S17.mp3\">Second hand smoke can give you health problems too.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S18.mp3\">Children who grow up breathing second hand smoke have greater health risks growing up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/sentence/L64S19.mp3\">I don't mind second hand smoke. I got used to it over the years.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=612\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=614\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=811",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I've been thinking about this problem for two hours. I think I will <i><b>sleep on it</b></i>. It might come to me in the morning.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sleep on it         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To take time to think about something.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Some people report that they think more clearly after a good night sleep. Also, some people say they often times regret a decision they have made. When something is important, making a decision after a good night sleep is a good practice.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S1.mp3\">I've been thinking about this problem for two hours. I think I will <i><b>sleep on it</b></i>. It might come to me in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S2.mp3\">I don't think I can decide now. Let me <i><b>sleep on it</b></i> and I'll tell you my answer tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S3.mp3\">I'm going to need to <i><b>sleep on it</b></i>. I don't want to rush my answer right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S4.mp3\">Do you know if you are going to buy the leather set or the cashmere set?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S5.mp3\">I've been thinking about it for three hours. I really can't decide.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P44/sentence/P44S6.mp3\">Why don't you <i><b>sleep on it</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=810\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=812\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=513",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/513-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Self Improvement         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/513-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are going to mention where you need improvement, it is very important to include how you are going to improve. This is similar to asking what is your weakness. If you mention a weakness, show them what steps you are taking to improve in that area. Finally, you must be certain it is ok to expose an area for improvement. I don't recommend doing this on your first review. After the first review, you will have a better idea if it will help to critique yourself.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B64/sentence/B64S1.mp3\">I feel I need to be more technical. I realized how important it is to know different computer applications. In order to improve, I have researched some classes I can take, and I even bought a couple of books. In the next 3 months, I am going to concentrate on learning these new tools.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a good answer because it shows the manager that you are capable of finding your own faults. It also has a step by step process with a timeline on how you are going to improve.<br><br>Timeline is important because it shows that you are not going to procrastinate. If someone says, I'm going to read this book, you don't know when they are going to read it. It is much better when someone says they will read this book within 2 weeks.<br><br>Here is one more example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B64/sentence/B64S2.mp3\">An area I would like to improve is in planning. I plan all my work and I complete everything on time, but I feel if I do a better job at planning, I can be more efficient with my time. In order to work on this, I created a checklist of everything I should think about before starting a project. Using this checklist will make me think of potential obstacles that I wouldn't normally think about, verify that I am not forgetting something, and keep me on track to complete ahead of time. I am going to do this and see how much it improves my efficiency for the next 2 projects. Afterwards, I'll report how much it helped or didn't help.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=512\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=514\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=336",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you intend to learn what you need to know to perform well for this job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you intend to learn what you need to know to perform well for this job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S1.mp3\">How do you intend to learn what you need to know to perform well for this job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>We have a similar question here, but we can use this opportunity to see another example.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S2.mp3\">I have experience in learning new concepts without training. I usually look through books or manuals to find answers. Because I'm good at learning, I'll study relevant material to help me do my duties well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S3.mp3\">I have experience in this area so I won't need much training. However, I know different companies have different ways of doing things, so I'll learn company policies and methods quickly to apply my existing knowledge to do a good job.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S4.mp3\">The first couple weeks are important. I think it's important to study the correct material, ask the right questions, and put in extra effort to learn what I need to know. This is what I usually do to make sure I'll be performing well.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I77/sentence/I77S5.mp3\">If the company provides training, I'll utilize the training to learn. If not, then I'll learn by being attentive to what other people do, read up on the documentation, and be willing to ask questions when necessary. I know the first couple of weeks are important and I'm willing to put in extra effort to start off on the right track.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is shorter and more to the point. It is not an answer that will astonish the interviewer, but it is an answer that will show couple good traits about yourself.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=335\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=337\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=724",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/724-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Anger - Confronting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/724-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you are talking to the person that made you angry, it is common to lose control and say a lot of things. Here are some common sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S2.mp3\">I thought you were a friend. I had so much trust in you. I can't believe you did this to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S3.mp3\">What were you thinking when you stabbed me in the back. Did it feel good?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S4.mp3\">Why'd you do it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S6.mp3\">You know I still have feelings for Mandy. You didn't even consider my feelings. What? Am I not a friend or something?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S7.mp3\">You're not the only one hurting for money. You owe me five hundred dollars. I need it now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S8.mp3\">You didn't have to tell my parents that I owed you money. I said I would pay you back when I got my paycheck. I can't believe you would do this.</a>\"</span><br><br>Sentences you can ask or say if you feel a friend is angry with you<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S9.mp3\">Are you mad at me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S10.mp3\">Are you angry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S11.mp3\">You're not disappointed are you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S12.mp3\">Don't be angry with me. I really didn't mean it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S13.mp3\">I didn't know you were involved. I hope you're not mad at me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L150/sentence/L150S14.mp3\">I really didn't know it was going to make you upset.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=723\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=725\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=614",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Smoking - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Bobby. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Just taking a smoke break.\"<br>A: \"I forgot my cigarette today. Do you have another one?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Here you go.\"<br>A: \"Thanks.\"<br>B: \"I didn't know you smoked.\"<br>A: \"Really? I've been smoking for over a year now.\"<br>B: \"Oh. You're new to smoking still. I've been smoking for 7 years.\"<br>A: \"You ever tired to quit?\"<br>B: \"Many times. I'm really addicted. It's harder to stop than you think.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I tried to quit last month, and I thought it was going to be easy, but it turns out that I'm still smoking.\"<br>B: \"I highly recommend you quit soon. The longer you smoke, the harder it becomes to quit.\"<br>A: \"I think you're right. Alright. Gotta go to class. Thanks for the cigarette. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>B: \"No problem. I'll talk to you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jane. How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Hi Jack. I'm doing great.\"<br>A: \"I hope you haven't been waiting too long.\"<br>B: \"No. I just got here a few minutes ago.\"<br>A: \"Do you know if smoking is allowed here?\"<br>B: \"I think this is a no-smoking place. Do you want to go somewhere else?\"<br>A: \"That's alright. I don't need to smoke.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you quit?\"<br>A: \"I never thought about it. All my friends smoke, and we hang out a lot.\"<br>B: \"So do you smoke by yourself?\"<br>A: \"When I started I didn't, but after a few months I started smoking at home. Usually when I'm bored.\"<br>B: \"Do you smoke cause your're bored?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It helps to kill the time. I also think it's out of habit. I'm so used to having a cigarette every now and then.\"<br>B: \"How much do you smoke in a day?\"<br>A: \"I smoke about a half pack a day.\"<br>B: \"Well, I think you should quit. You know it's bad for you?\"<br>A: \"I always knew it was bad, but I never thought about it.\"<br>B: \"You better start thinking about it now. You might not feel the difference now, but after 10 years of smoking, you might feel it and then it will be too late.\"<br>A: \"That's a good point. I'll try to quit.\"<br>B: \"Good. And if you need any support, I'll always be here for you.\"<br>A: \"Thanks.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=613\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=615\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=514",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/514-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Compensation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/514-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Reviews are another time period where you get a raise and a bonus. If you work in a large company, then it will be hard to complain and get something changed. But if you work in a small company, you can ask for a larger raise. However, you must be in a position where the company will suffer if you leave the company. If you are replaceable, then the company doesn't have to give you a good raise. Just in case you are in one of these situations, here are some example sentences.<br><br>If you know you did more than anybody else, then here is a statement you can make to your manager.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S1.mp3\">I have done more and better work than anybody else. I have learned everything on my own in the first three months without any training, and I have been a great employee. An 8 percent raise is not what I had in mind. I want a minimum 20 percent raise.</a>\"</span><br><br>If they agree with you, then they might give you a larger raise, but they will question the 20 percent raise. You should know the average pay in your field and use that as ammunition.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S2.mp3\">I agree that you have performed well, but 20 percent is a large raise. Where did you get that number from?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you researched, then you can answer calmly with facts that your manager cannot disagree with.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S3.mp3\">I have researched the pay for 5 different companies for someone with my experience and skill set. On average, they are being paid 25 percent more than me. I don't expect to get paid more than the other people because this is a smaller company, but I should get what I deserve and that is at least 20 percent.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have to go on frequent business trips, then you can include that as well.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S4.mp3\">The average pay for workers who have to go on frequent business trips is significantly higher than what I am being paid. There is no overtime pay here and all the extra work is not compensated for. I feel it is fair to get a larger raise due to the amount of quality work I do and the frequent business trips required for this position.</a>\"</span><br><br>Large companies have a process in place and most people will get a similar raise. If you get a small raise and you know you cannot fight for a larger raise, then you can at least ask what the average raise is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S5.mp3\">A three percent raise barely covers inflation. What was the average raise throughout the company?</a>\"</span><br><br>Most of the time, the answer will be very similar to what you got.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S6.mp3\">I did very well this year and exceeded all my goals. Why am I only receiving a four percent raise?</a>\"</span><br><br>Sometimes even great employees will get a small raise in a large company. It might seem small, but if the company is struggling financially, they might not give anybody raises. Here is an example of what you might hear for the question above.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/sentence/B65S7.mp3\">You actually got the maximum raise this year. Most of the people didn't get anything. Some people got a two percent raise. So you should actually be happy with your raise. The economy is down and the company needs to save money. They can't give large raises this year.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=513\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=515\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=337",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If your supervisor tells you to do something that you believe can be done in a different way, what would you do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If your supervisor tells you to do something that you believe can be done in a different way, what would you do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S1.mp3\">If your supervisor tells you to do something that you believe can be done in a different way, what would you do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is designed to see how you would react to your manager when you disagree. It is important to trust your manager, but at the same time, not follow blindly. That means I should ask questions to clarify, make suggestions, and after a discussion, follow the instructions of your manager. This is the steps I would take to answer this question.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S2.mp3\">I will tell my supervisor of an alternate way and explain the benefits. If my supervisor is not convinced, then I'll follow his instructions.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S3.mp3\">I'll suggest a different way of doing the assignment along with the benefits. If my supervisor disagrees and insists I do it a certain way, I'll follow the instructions.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S4.mp3\">I'll suggest a different method and ask my supervisor if I can do this work the new way. If the result will be the same but would potentially save more time, then I believe my manager will allow it. However, if my manager wants it done a certain way for other reasons, I'll follow his or her instructions.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I78/sentence/I78S5.mp3\">I would question my supervisor why he or she wants it done this particular way. If I still don't agree with the method, I would suggest alternate ways of tackling the assignment and explain how my suggestion would be better. After having a good conversation, if we still can't see eye to eye, then I would have to trust my superior and follow his or her instructions.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a solid answer because it is showing independence by having my own suggestion and thought, it shows I can think for myself, and finally, shows that I would be an employee that trusts the supervisor. Ultimately, this answer shows that I'm a smart person willing to make adjustments. I'll take a moment here to clarify something. How does this answer show that I'm smart and a person willing to make adjustments? Well, many times, the interviewer will not see exactly what you want them to see. However, even if they don't see all your good intentions, they will at least get a good feeling about you through your solid answers.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=336\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=338\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2085",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2085-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Here's to + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2085-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Here's to' is used in a way of celebrating or identifying a person, place, or thing of significance. It is usually said while toasting someone at dinner, or signaling to someone or something after an event.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S1.mp3\">Here's to the winner!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S2.mp3\">Here's to your marriage!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S3.mp3\">Here's to the New Year!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S4.mp3\">Here's to great friends!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S5.mp3\">Here's to starting a new job!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S6.mp3\">Here is to the luckiest guy in the world!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S7.mp3\">Here is to you!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S8.mp3\">Here is to happiness!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S9.mp3\">Here is to a wonderful day!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E85/sentence/E085S10.mp3\">Here is to great memories!</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2084\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2086\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=813",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I was at a party last night, and I saw Jake play the guitar in front of an audience... <i><b>speak of the devil</b></i>, there's Jake right now.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Speak of the devil         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: When someone appears just as you are talking about that person.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is from English and is shortened from the original phrase, \"Speak of the Devil and he doth appear.\" The shortened form presented in this lesson became popular.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S1.mp3\">I was at a party last night, and I saw Jake play the guitar in front of an audience... <i><b>speak of the devil</b></i>, there's Jake right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S2.mp3\">Joanne did great on her presentation. <i><b>Speak of the devil</b></i>... Hi Joanne.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S3.mp3\">Andy was walking down the street and he tripped over beggar.</a>\"</span> <br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S4.mp3\">I was there too. It was so funny. He just got up and pretended nothing happened.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P46/sentence/P46S5.mp3\"><i><b>Speak of the devil</b></i>. There's Andy now.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=812\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=814\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=615",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/615-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Drinking - Terminologies         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/615-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Many countries have drinking rules such as using two hands to receive drinks, never allowing your drinking friend to pour their own drinks, never leaving a glass empty too long, and so on. But in America, there isn't that many rules you need to know. I'll cover as much as I can and soon enough, you shouldn't have any problems talking while drinking in America. (I do not know the drinking etiquettes of other English speaking countries such as England, so learn about drinking rules before going there)<br><br>In a Bar<br>There are a few terminologies you have to learn. <br><br>Tap - Beer in a glass that is from a large container<br>Well - Same as Tap. Different wording<br>Pint - This is 16 fluid ounces. This roughly translates to 500cc.<br>Bottles - Bottles of beer<br>Pitchers - Same as Tap, but put in a pitcher<br>Mixed Drinks - Special Drinks like a mixture of Vodka and Orange Juice. They have names for these such as Fuzzy Navel, Rum and Coke, Buttery Nipple, Gin and tonic, and so on.<br>Wine - Red or white. Bottle or glass<br>Shots - Hard alcohol in small shot glass <br>On the Rocks - Hard alcohol in a bigger glass with ice<br>Straight Up - Used when ordering a hard alcohol. Specifying that you do not want ice<br>Double - Two shots in a bigger glass<br>Round - Used in groups when ordering together.<br>Bottoms up - One shot. Drink everything in your glass<br>Cheers - Word used before hitting glasses together before drinking<br>Champagne - Carbonated wine used in special occasions such as weddings.<br>Toast - A person usually makes a speech at a special occasion with glasses raised before all taking a drink together. Usually with champagne<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=614\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=616\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you're told to do something that you feel is illegal, what would you do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you're told to do something that you feel is illegal, what would you do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S1.mp3\">If you're told to do something that you feel is illegal, what would you do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is an easy answer. Unless you are interviewing to be a gangster, you should have a similar answer to mine.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S2.mp3\">I would first verify if it's legal or not. If it is legal, then I would continue with the work. If it's illegal, I would not do the work and tell my manager that this work is illegal. I would also let Human Resources aware of the situation.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S3.mp3\">I'd verify if the work was legal or not. If it wasn't legal, then I'd confront my manager and my manager's manager with this incident.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S4.mp3\">I wouldn't jump to any conclusions. I would rather question my manager to verify if it is illegal or not. If I'm not convinced through facts, then I would investigate through other means. If I find it is illegal, I will not continue with the work and inform Human <br>Resources of this incident.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I79/sentence/I79S5.mp3\">If I'm not sure, I would verify whether it's legal or illegal before performing the task. If I find it is legal, then I would continue with the task. If not, then I would report the request to the boss of the person who asked me to do it. If the boss does not take appropriate action, I would find out why and report the incident to Human Resources myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is making you sound firm and stubborn. But in this situation, you have to be bold with your answer. You cannot let them think that you would hide the fact. This is especially true if you are interviewing for a finance or accounting position that deals with money or other important information.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=337\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=339\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=515",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/practice/B65P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Performance Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/practice/B65P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/practice/B65P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B65/practice/B65P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"It's that time of year again.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I always get nervous during this time.\"<br>A: \"It shouldn't go too bad.\"<br>B: \"So, how did I do this year?\"<br>A: \"Let me first ask you how you feel about your performance?\"<br>B: \"I think I improved a lot and made a lot of great contributions. I completed all my assignments ahead of schedule, I volunteered for two more extra projects, and mentored a couple of our newer employees.\"<br>A: \"I agree. You did great this year. I got your rating back from upper management and it's not bad, but it's not the best. You received a 3.5, a 4 percent raise, and an 8 percent bonus.\"<br>B: \"I got a 3.5? Why? I was really expecting a 4 this year. I really worked hard.\"<br>A: \"Unfortunately, we can't give everyone a 4. There were a lot of people who did great this year and we only had a few 4's to give. You barely missed the cut.\"<br>B: \"What could I have done to get a 4? I thought I did everything to deserve one.\"<br>A: \"I agree. I think you should have received a four, but the only thing I can suggest is for you to be more visible. The people who beat you this year didn't necessarily do better work than you, it's just that people knew the work they were doing more than yours. You need to stand out a little better.\"<br>B: \"How do I do that? It doesn't make sense. If I work my ass off and I do great work, why does it matter if I show off or not?\"<br>A: \"If 3 people are equal in their work, the only deciding factor is how much of the work they know about. Since upper management cannot know the details of everything, they mainly see the people who are visible. You can do this by taking on projects that affect the whole team so everyone can see, or you can be pro-active in finding places for improvements and sending out a mail to management with your ideas.\"<br>B: \"If I did a great job, why did I only get a 4 percent raise?\"<br>A: \"You got a high raise comparing to other people. The average raise throughout the company was 2 percent. They cut back a lot on raises due to the slow economy.\"<br>B: \"I'm a little disappointed, I'll see you tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"Ok. Think about what I said and we'll try to give you more assignments with more visibility.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=514\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=516\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. 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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2086-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's no use + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2086-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'It's' is a contraction for 'it is.' By stating 'it's no use' you are saying that what you or someone else is doing is not recommended or uncalled for.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S1.mp3\">It's no use crying.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S2.mp3\">It's no use separating them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S3.mp3\">It's no use talking to her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S4.mp3\">It's no use whining about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S5.mp3\">It's no use apologizing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S6.mp3\">It's no use attempting to please him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S7.mp3\">It's no use arguing about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S8.mp3\">It's no use behaving that way.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S9.mp3\">It's no use cleaning up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E86/sentence/E086S10.mp3\">It's no use checking on it yet.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2085\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2087\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=616",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/616-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Drinking - Ordering Drinks         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/616-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I'll cover ordering drinks in a restaurant in the 'Restaurant' section. For now, I'll limit this session to ordering drinks in a bar, and drinking with friends.<br><br>When you are in a bar, you can either go up to the counter or wait for a server to come by. If you go to the counter, you order what you want by saying the drink name and the quantity.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S1.mp3\">I'll take 4 bottles of Corona.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S2.mp3\">I'll take a pitcher of Red Hook.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S3.mp3\">Give me 3 shots of Crowne.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S4.mp3\">I'll have one Jack and Coke.</a>\"</span><br><br>After you get the drink, the bartender will usually say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S5.mp3\">That will be $12.50.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you pay with cash, then you should receive change. Make sure to tip once in a while. However, if you pay with a card, they will usually ask if you want to leave it open. Leaving it open means to keep the credit card open so if you order more drinks, you will get one bill instead of having to use the credit card multiple times. You will hear something like this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S6.mp3\">Do you want to keep it open?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you want to keep the credit card open before they ask you, you can say this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S7.mp3\">Can you keep it open?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have a credit card open, then any more drinks you order will go on your credit card. When you are done for the night, you can simply tell them that you are ready for your bill.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S8.mp3\">Can I get my bill?</a>\"</span><br><br>If the bartender has your credit card, then you can go up to the counter and say the same thing, or say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L66/sentence/L66S9.mp3\">I would like to close my tab.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=615\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=617\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=814",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>When do you want to go <i><b>grab a bite</b></i>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Grab a bite         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To get something to eat<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"A bite\" refers to food. This is a pretty literal so it is simply saying to get something to eat.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S1.mp3\">When do you want to go <i><b>grab a bite</b></i>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S2.mp3\">I don't have much time, so let's <i><b>grab a quick bite</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S3.mp3\">If you didn't have lunch yet, let's <i><b>grab a bite</b></i> to eat.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S4.mp3\">Did you have lunch yet?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S5.mp3\">Not yet. I'm swamped with work.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S6.mp3\">You have to eventually eat so let's just <i><b>grab a bite</b></i> somewhere close.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S7.mp3\">Let's go eat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S8.mp3\">Where should we have lunch today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P47/sentence/P47S9.mp3\">Let's have lunch together.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=813\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=815\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=339",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you were unfairly criticized, what would you do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you were unfairly criticized, what would you do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S1.mp3\">If you were unfairly criticized, what would you do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is the hardest question I have to answer here. Being unfairly criticized is one of my biggest pet peeves. I hate it when it happens and I usually blow up. I get mad and start to argue. But as you know, this is a bad answer to this question. They are asking you this question because they want to see if you will react professionally. Any answer that shows professionalism will be good.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S2.mp3\">I'd probably ask for clarity on the criticism. I think it's important to accept criticism for self improvement, but if it's unfair, then I will clear things up by asking for clarity.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S3.mp3\">When I'm unfairly criticized, I usually think about the criticism and try to view it from a different angle. If I still can't see why I was criticized, then I'll approach the person and initiate a dialog to resolve the unfair criticism.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S4.mp3\">I usually use all criticism to help me grow. If I was criticized unfairly, there must be a little truth to it. I'll learn as much as I can from it, but if it was really out of line, I would definitely approach the person and ask for clarity.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S5.mp3\">If I was unfairly criticized in private, then I would initiate dialog asking why he or she thought this way. I would try to understand their point of view and explain my point of view. If I was unfairly criticized in public, then I would be a little upset but I would wait to address the problem until the person criticizing me was alone. I would do this because if I'm upset, I wouldn't want to start an argument without thinking. So after some time, I would approach the person and ask him or her why I was criticized. If it was justified, then I would use that as constructive criticism to improve myself. If not, then I would tell that person that it isn't good to publicly criticize someone when they are not sure if it is correct.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a professional answer, but it could sound like you are a weak person. If you want an example of becoming upset, then this is how I would get upset in a professional way.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I80/sentence/I80S6.mp3\">If I'm publicly criticized unjustly, I would immediately ask that person on what grounds he or she is saying that. One of my pet peeves is putting someone down in public and if I don't say anything there, then this person is getting away with something terrible, and everyone there will think I did something wrong. I would keep my temper in check but make sure that people know the criticism wasn't justified.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=338\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=340\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=516",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/516-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Quitting or Leaving Work         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/516-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When the time comes to leave work, you can do whatever you want. You can raise hell, say you hate everyone and yell out, 'I quit!!!' But in other cases when you want to leave professionally, you can use this lesson to help.<br><br>There's a common phrase when you are leaving a company. 'Don't burn the bridge.'<br><br>This is basically saying you should leave on a good term. If you leave on a good note, then you have the option of coming back to the company or your position if something goes wrong with your next job. So basically, you are leaving the bridge back to your position.<br><br>If you are leaving because you have an offer from a different company, here are some professional statements you can make to your manager.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B66/sentence/B66S1.mp3\">Hi Mark, I have a wonderful opportunity to work at a different company. I enjoyed my time here, but I shouldn't pass this up. I am putting in my two week notice.</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that in the States, changing job is very common. So it is no big deal when you leave a company. Businesses understand the need for change and realize that some people want different challenges in their life. So don't be nervous when you have to leave.<br><br>Giving a two week notice is standard. This gives your current employer the chance to hire someone to replace you. It also gives some time for you to finish the remaining work you have to do. Not giving a two week notice is one way to burn a bridge. The new company you are going into should realize this and will not expect you to start your job immediately if you have to give a two week notice. If you don't have a job, then this doesn't apply to you.<br><br>Here is another example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B66/sentence/B66S2.mp3\">Hi Mark, unfortunately I have to tell you that I am leaving the company. I really enjoyed my time here and I appreciated all your help on my tasks. I have to put in my two week notice.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B66/sentence/B66S3.mp3\">Hi Mark, I received an offer from a different company. This is a great opportunity for me so I accepted the offer. My decision on leaving is not because I didn't like my duties here. I really enjoyed my experience. But I am at a point where I want to find other challenges. I hope you can understand.</a>\"</span><br><br>I have seen some people leave the company to go on a year trip around the world. Others I have seen just wanted to spend more time with their kids. I know in some countries it is hard to get back into a company after you leave, but in the States, if you are a good employee, it is easy to get their job back. Many times after a long break, they returned to the same company.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B66/sentence/B66S4.mp3\">Mark, I have decided to leave the company. I have worked here for 10 years and I really enjoyed it. But I want to take a break and spend more time with my family. So I am putting in my two week notice.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B66/sentence/B66S5.mp3\">Hi Mark, I have come to a decision to leave the company. I am going to travel for a year and this is the best time period for me to do so. I have always wanted to travel for an extended time period, and this is the only time I can do it. I can work for another month, so hopefully that should give you some time to find a replacement. And if you want, I can train the new employee on my areas.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=515\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=517\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2087",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2087-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         There's no way + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2087-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'There's' is a contraction of the words 'there is.' By stating 'there's no way' you are relaying a thought of doubt about an event taking place now or in the future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S1.mp3\">There's no way you finish on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S2.mp3\">There's no way we complete on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S3.mp3\">There's no way your mother approves.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S4.mp3\">There's no way no one claims it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S5.mp3\">There's no way they expect it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S6.mp3\">There's no way he can fix it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S7.mp3\">There's no way he can handle the news.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S8.mp3\">There's no way your brother injured his ankle.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S9.mp3\">There is no way that horse jumps it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E87/sentence/E087S10.mp3\">There is no way he missed it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2086\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2088\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=340",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What are you looking to gain from your next job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are you looking to gain from your next job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S1.mp3\">What are you looking to gain from your next job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The answer will depend on where you are in your career. If you are new, then you want to gain more experience and learn a wide variety of things. If you have a lot of previous experience, you might want to find something challenging and more opportunities for growth.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S2.mp3\">I want a position where I'll be challenged. I want to learn a lot of new things and I want to continually grow. So I'm looking for a job that will provide these things for me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S3.mp3\">I want to gain experience in many areas of accounting. I want a position where things are not routine and where many of my accounting skills are utilized.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S4.mp3\">In my next job, I want more opportunities to write automation. In my previous position, we didn't have these opportunities because we outsourced this work to other groups.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I81/sentence/I81S5.mp3\">For the last several years, I have done a wide variety of things. I have set my goals and continually moved forward. I have worked in a time constraint environment, juggled many tasks at one time, and even managed several people. However, one of my goals is to improve my creative side of design. Working for a large company demands a lot of work from each designer. So although creating graphics came naturally for me, I never had the luxury of creating work without being pulled in four different directions. So I want to find a position where I can use more of my creativity.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a stronger answer than the generic one about learning and finding something challenging. This answer displays a lot of experience, ability to work hard, and the ability to deliver items quickly. This person answers by saying he wants to find a position where he can use more creativity, while showing off his credentials as a good worker.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=339\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=341\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=617",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/617-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Drinking - Ordering at a Table         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/617-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are sitting at a table in a bar, a server will come up and ask you what you want. They can ask in multiple ways, but the most common are the following.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S1.mp3\">What can I get you guys?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S2.mp3\">What can I get you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S3.mp3\">What would you like today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S4.mp3\">What will it be?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S5.mp3\">What do you guys want today?</a>\"</span><br><br>Other things you can ask is if there are any specials.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S6.mp3\">Are there any specials today?</a>\"</span><br><br>If they do, they will probably tell you the drink and the price that is on special. Here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S7.mp3\">All our margaritas are $2.50, and well drinks are $2.00.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S8.mp3\">Every Monday we have pitchers for $5.00.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are having pints or shots or some other drink, and you want to get one more for everyone, you can say to the server that you want one more round.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S9.mp3\">Can we get one more round?</a>\"</span><br><br>They will respond by saying, 'Same thing?' or 'Four Coronas again?'<br><br>When you are sitting with your friends to drink, mostly you just talk and drink. But if somebody is getting low on a drink, you can offer to buy another one. Another situation is if someone buys you a drink, you want to say that you will buy the next round. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S10.mp3\">I'm going to get another drink. Do you want one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S11.mp3\">Let me buy you a drink.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L67/sentence/L67S12.mp3\">Thanks. I'll get the next round.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=616\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=618\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=815",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You're pushing yourself too hard. <i><b>Take it easy</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Take it easy         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To relax; to stop working so hard; to calm down<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Usually used to calm someone down when they are too excited, or when you want to tell someone to relax because they are working too much.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S1.mp3\">You're pushing yourself too hard. <i><b>Take it easy</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S2.mp3\"><i><b>Take it easy</b></i> man. You're putting too much pressure on yourself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S3.mp3\">I don't want to <i><b>take it easy</b></i> so stop telling me to <i><b>take it easy</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S4.mp3\">Work has me working seventy hours a week.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S5.mp3\">You should <i><b>take it easy</b></i>. You're going to get sick at this rate.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S6.mp3\">I wish I could, but I have deadlines to meet.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S7.mp3\">Relax a little. You're overworked.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P48/sentence/P48S8.mp3\">Take a little break. You need it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=814\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=816\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=517",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/517-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Negotiating before Leaving         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/517-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Receiving a job offer is another way to negotiate a salary increase or a position change. If you are a great employee then your current employer might try to entice you to stay. If you are willing to stay, you can say that you received another offer and you are still thinking about it. If they try to make you stay, you can state what it will take for you to stay.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B67/sentence/B67S1.mp3\">Hi Mark, I am at a crossroad in my career. I have recently interviewed with a different company and they extended an offer to me. I haven't decided yet, but I wanted to tell you before coming to a decision.</a>\"</span><br><br>If at this time they ask you to stay, then you can ask for a couple of things.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B67/sentence/B67S2.mp3\">If I didn't like this company, it would be an easy decision, but I really like it here. However, I have been asking to take on Program Management responsibilities here. Also, they are offering me a 6 percent higher salary than my current pay. Can anything be done about these two things?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B67/sentence/B67S3.mp3\">Hi Mark, I have been thinking about moving back to my home town. I have a job lined up, but I haven't decided yet. I wanted to let you know before I make my final decision.</a>\"</span><br><br>If they ask you to stay, you can say the following, but if they don't ask you to stay, then it is useless.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B67/sentence/B67S4.mp3\">Well, they are offering me a higher salary. It's 7 percent higher than my current salary. Would it be possible for you guys to match this?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=516\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=518\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=618",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/618-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Drinking - General Things         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/618-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you are all standing in front of the bar to buy a beer, sometimes one person will pay. Usually everyone reaches for their money, but one person who wants to pay says, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S1.mp3\">It's alright, I got this one.</a>\"</span><br><br>Another popular saying is when you meet a good friend and you want to buy them a drink.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S2.mp3\">Hey, let me buy you a drink. What do you want?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you do cheers, you can either say cheers, or dedicate the next gulp to something.<br><br>You first lift up your glass and say, <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S3.mp3\">This is to good times. Cheers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S4.mp3\">For the end of our junior year.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S5.mp3\">To success.</a>\"</span><br><br>Basically anything you want to drink for.<br><br>Among friends, you can recommend shots. At a bar, mostly people drink beer and mixed drinks. However, between drinks someone can recommend having a shot altogether.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S6.mp3\">Hey, let's all do a shot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S7.mp3\">Shot time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S8.mp3\">Let's get 4 shots of Jack.</a>\"</span><br><br>Asking questions about how well someone drinks<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S9.mp3\">How much can you drink?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S10.mp3\">How many beers does it take to get you buzzed?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S11.mp3\">Depending on the day, but mostly it will take 4 beers before I start to get buzzed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S12.mp3\">I usually have about 6 drinks when I go out.</a>\"</span><br><br>Also, when someone can't drink that much, people usually use the term light weight.<br><br>You should also know how to ask if a person is ok to drive. If they look drunk, then you should take away their keys. However, if they are ok, you can usually ask them if they are capable of driving.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S13.mp3\">Are you ok to drive?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S14.mp3\">Are you going to be able to drive?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S15.mp3\">You sure you can drive?</a>\"</span><br><br>Before moving on to the Interactive Practice section for drinking, listen to a conversation with a couple of friends in a bar.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S34.mp3\"><b><i>Listen to the Conversation</i></b></a></span><br><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S16.mp3\">Hey wassup. What are you guys drinking?</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S17.mp3\">We're having pitchers.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S18.mp3\">Dude, you're going to need a glass.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S19.mp3\">Excuse me?</a>\"</span><br>S: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S20.mp3\">Yeah.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S21.mp3\">Can I get a glass?</a>\"</span><br>S: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S22.mp3\">Sure.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S23.mp3\">Have you guys been drinking long?</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S24.mp3\">Not really. This is only our second pitcher.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S25.mp3\">You better start catching up.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S26.mp3\">When I get my glass, I will.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S27.mp3\">You ok with shots right?</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S28.mp3\">Yeah.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S29.mp3\">What do you usually have?</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S30.mp3\">He always has the same thing. Crowne.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S31.mp3\">Exactly.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S32.mp3\">That's good stuff.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/sentence/L68S33.mp3\">You finally got your glass. Hey Cheers. To good friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=617\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=619\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What aspects of this job interest you the most?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What aspects of this job interest you the most?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I82/sentence/I82S1.mp3\">What aspects of this job interest you the most?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a question to see how interested you are in the position. For this question, how you talk will be more important than what you say. Many people fail interviews due to the lack of enthusiasm, so make sure you sound excited when you answer this question.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I82/sentence/I82S2.mp3\">I'm very excited about this job because of the variety of different work. I'm well rounded and it's always exciting when I can use many of my skills for a job.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I82/sentence/I82S3.mp3\">The most interesting aspect of this job is the product you're working on. I think it's so exciting working on a product that twelve million people use. I want to be on a team where my work will make many people enjoy our product more.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I82/sentence/I82S4.mp3\">I like the fact that this position requires someone who is detail oriented. Because we're working with sensitive data, it's important that all the information is perfect. This type of challenge always interested me.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I82/sentence/I82S5.mp3\">Ever since I was studying mechanical engineering in college, I had a strong interest in automobile engines. This position is to help the engine design team to create better fuel efficient cars. When I read that, it really jumped out to me. I knew I really wanted this position because it combined my interest and my experience into one. So being on a team where I can work on something I love is what appeals to me the most.</a>\"</span><br><br> Listen to how this example is said more than the words. You really have to convey the message that you are interested in the job.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=340\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=342\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2088",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2088-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's very kind of you to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2088-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When saying it is 'kind of you' you are saying that what someone has done or said was very appreciated or welcomed.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S1.mp3\">It's very kind of you to offer me the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S2.mp3\">It's very kind of you to listen to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S3.mp3\">It's very kind of you to join me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S4.mp3\">It's very kind of you to invite us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S5.mp3\">It's very kind of you to inform us what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S6.mp3\">It is kind of you to help us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S7.mp3\">It is kind of you to fill me in.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S8.mp3\">It is kind of you to entertain us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S9.mp3\">It is kind of you to double my salary.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E88/sentence/E088S10.mp3\">It is kind of you to decorate for the party.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2087\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2089\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #23         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What material is the bracelet?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Platinum<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Silver<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> White gold<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Gold<br><br>2. What was the occasion of the gift?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No occasion<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A birthday present<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Anniversary present<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A wedding present<br><br>3. What does she want next?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A ring<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A bracelet<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A necklace<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A pendant<br><br>4. When does she want a ring from her boyfriend?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> As soon as possible<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Next year<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Never<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A little later after she is ready<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cacd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. White gold<br>2. No occasion<br>3. A necklace<br>4. A little later after she is ready         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"I love your bracelet. When did you get it?\"<br>B: \"I got it awhile ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?\"<br>B: \"It's white gold.\"<br>A: \"Where did you buy it?\"<br>B: \"My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.\"<br>A: \"That's so sweet. What was the occasion?\"<br>B: \"That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.\"<br>B: \"My birthday is coming up next month. We'll find out pretty soon.\"<br>A: \"What do you want?\"<br>B: \"I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.\"<br>A: \"Why not a ring?\"<br>B: \"I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.\"<br>A: \"But you're ready for everything else?\"<br>B: \"Damn right.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=221\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=223\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why do you do everything differently? You should just <i><b>go with the flow</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Go with the flow         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To do things as other people are doing it because it is easier to do; to not go against the common way of doing things<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Rowing up the river is very difficult to do. If you go with the flow, you are following the path of the least resistance.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S1.mp3\">Why do you do everything differently? You should just <i><b>go with the flow</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S2.mp3\">If you don't know where the shuttle is, just <i><b>go with the flow</b></i>. Everyone is going in that direction.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S3.mp3\">If you don't want to stand out, <i><b>go with the flow</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S4.mp3\">I got a speeding ticket. Do you think I should go to court to fight it?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S5.mp3\">What are you going to tell the judge?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S6.mp3\">That I was basically <i><b>going with the flow</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S7.mp3\">That's not going to work. I would just pay the fine.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S8.mp3\">Do it like everyone else does it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S9.mp3\">If you're unsure how to do it, see how everyone else is doing it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P49/sentence/P49S10.mp3\">The best way not to stand out is to blend in with everyone.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=815\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=817\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=518",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/518-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/518-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you talk to co-workers, you will eventually tell them that you are leaving. Here are some general sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S1.mp3\">Next Friday is my last day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S2.mp3\">I already put in my two week notice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S3.mp3\">I'm leaving the company.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S4.mp3\">I accepted a job offer from ABC Company. This Friday will be my last day here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S5.mp3\">I'm leaving this dump.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S6.mp3\">I would've left a lot sooner but I had to get a job lined up first.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S7.mp3\">I got screwed here so many times. I don't want to work here anymore. My last day is this Friday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S8.mp3\">It was great working with you. I wish you the best on this project.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S9.mp3\">I had a wonderful time here. I wish the best for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S10.mp3\">I really enjoyed working with you. I'll send you my personal email so keep in touch.</a>\"</span><br><br>If someone else is leaving, then you can say something good like the example sentences below.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S11.mp3\">I hope you enjoy your new job. Let me know if they have any other opening.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S12.mp3\">Good luck in your new job. We'll keep your seat warm for you in case you want to return.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S13.mp3\">Hey Jack, good luck with your new job and save me a seat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/sentence/B68S14.mp3\">We'll miss you here. Good luck with your new career.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=517\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=519\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=342",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you are given work from your manager that is boring and tedious, what will you do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you are given work from your manager that is boring and tedious, what will you do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S1.mp3\">If you are given work from your manager that is boring and tedious, what will you do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is an important question for the manager. If you are hired on as a analyst and you have to do some data entry, you might not be happy about it. But if there it has to be done, then the manager has to assign the work to someone. They want to find out if you are the type of person who is willing to work on boring and tedious things. The long answer is the answer I gave when I was asked this question.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S2.mp3\">If it's helping the company in any way, I don't mind doing boring work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S3.mp3\">My responsibility as an employee is to help the company succeed. If the work I'm given will help the company, then I'll do the best that I can no matter if it's boring or tedious.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S4.mp3\">I don't mind doing boring and tedious work. As long as I don't have to do it for a long duration such as six months, then I really wouldn't have a problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I83/sentence/I83S5.mp3\">I trust that management knows what is best for the project. Whatever work I'm given, I'm going to do my best knowing that it's helping the entire company. I'm more oriented towards the success of the company and I'll do whatever it takes to help out. So I wouldn't mind doing boring and tedious work for awhile.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is showing loyalty and being able to sacrifice personal interest for the success of the company. Maybe it was this question that helped me pass my third interview.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=341\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=343\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=519",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Quitting or Leaving Work - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Mark, I have something important to tell you.\"<br>B: \"Come on in. What's on your mind?\"<br>A: \"Well, I have decided to leave the company. I had a wonderful time here, but it is time to move on for me.\"<br>B: \"May I ask why?\"<br>A: \"I got an offer from ABC Company. It's a management position and I really don't want to let this opportunity pass me by. You know I have been looking for a management position here, but all the positions here are full.\"<br>B: \"I understand your decision and you have my support.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for understanding. I can work here two more weeks.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Will you be able to finish your current assignment?\"<br>A: \"Yes I will. And if you hire someone within two weeks, I would be happy to provide training on my areas.\"<br>B: \"That would be great. We're going to miss you here.\"<br>A: \"I'm going to miss this place too. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B68/practice/B68P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Mary, I interviewed with another company and they offered me a position. I wanted to let you know before I made my decision.\"<br>B: \"I'm sorry to hear that. But I appreciate you telling me before you accepted the offer.\"<br>A: \"I really enjoy my work here, but I was concerned about the lack of opportunities. I put in effort to gain more experience here, but the projects are limited.\"<br>B: \"What would help you to decide to stay?\"<br>A: \"I would consider staying more if I could change my position. I would love working in this same group, but I would like to be doing something different. And finally, they offered me 6 percent more than my current salary.\"<br>B: \"When do you have to make a decision by?\"<br>A: \"They want me to respond in a week.\"<br>B: \"Let me see what I can do and I'll let you know tomorrow or on Wednesday. Can you wait until then?\"<br>A: \"That's not a problem.\"<br>B: \"Great. I'm going to do everything I can to keep you on board.\"<br>A: \"I appreciate what you are doing for me.\"<br>B: \"It's the least I can do. You're a valuable asset here.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=518\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2089",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2089-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         There's nothing + (subject) + can + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2089-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'There's' is a contraction of the words 'there is.' When using the word 'nothing' you are suggesting that something cannot happen or be done.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S1.mp3\">There's nothing you can harm.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S2.mp3\">There's nothing the police can identify.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S3.mp3\">There's nothing we can agree on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S4.mp3\">There's nothing we can join.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S5.mp3\">There's nothing she can cook.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S6.mp3\">There's nothing my dog can learn.</a>\"</span><br><br>By using the word 'cannot' or 'can't' you change the expression to mean that all is possible.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S7.mp3\">There is nothing I cannot ask for.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S8.mp3\">There's nothing we cannot accomplish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S9.mp3\">There's nothing our dog cannot open.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E89/sentence/E089S10.mp3\">There's nothing that truck cannot move.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2088\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2090\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=223",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #24         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is this person looking for today?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Ring, necklace, and bracelet<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Ring and necklace<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Bracelet and necklace<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Engagement ring<br><br>2. What size ring is this person looking for?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Size 6<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Size 6.5<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Size 7<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Size 7.5<br><br>3. What was the problem with the first necklace?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It was too expensive<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It didn't match the ring<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It was too long<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It was too short<br><br>4. What happened after looking at all the items?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The person bought them all<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The person will wait for a sale<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The person wants to think about it<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The person bought only the ring<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"badc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Ring and necklace<br>2. Size 6<br>3. It was too short<br>4. The person wants to think about it         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. Can I help you with anything?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Can I look at this ring?\"<br>A: \"Sure. Let me get it out for you. What is your size?\"<br>B: \"I believe I am a six.\"<br>A: \"Here you go.\"<br>B: \"Would you have any necklace that would go well with this?\"<br>A: \"Actually, we have a few to choose from. They are over here.\"<br>B: \"There's no price tag on this necklace.\"<br>A: \"Oh. I'm sorry. I'll check the price for you. It is $199.\"<br>B: \"This necklace is a little short. Do you have one that is longer?\"<br>A: \"Yes. Why don't you try this one on.\"<br>B: \"This one is much better. Can I try on the ring with this necklace?\"<br>A: \"Sure. Here you go.\"<br>B: \"Let me think about it.\"<br>A: \"Sure. Take your time.\"<br>B: \"Thank you for all the help.\"<br>A: \"No problem at all.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=222\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=224\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=619",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Drinking - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L68/practice/L68P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you drink much?\"<br>B: \"Depending on what you consider a lot.\"<br>A: \"How frequently do you drink?\"<br>B: \"Couple times a week. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Only when I go out. I'm not a big drinker.\"<br>B: \"How much can you drink?\"<br>A: \"I usually only have 2 beers.\"<br>B: \"You're a light weight.\"<br>A: \"How much can you drink?\"<br>B: \"I'm usually drinking all night long. At least 10 drinks.\"<br>A: \"Don't you spend a lot of money then?\"<br>B: \"No. We usually go to places that have specials. Dante's over on the Ave has $5.00 pitchers on Mondays. So for ten, fifteen bucks, I can get a lot of drinks.\"<br>A: \"That's true.\"<br>B: \"If you don't like beer, have you tried mixed drinks? Some of them are pretty good.\"<br>A: \"I like beer, it's just that I get a headache when I drink more than 3.\"<br>B: \"You just have to build up a tolerance. I used to be like that. But your body gets used to it.\"<br>A: \"It'll take awhile, but I'm working on it.\"<br>B: \"Hey let's go out tomorrow night. The Ram Bar and Grill is having a special on pitchers.\"<br>A: \"Alright.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=618\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=620\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=817",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>7-11 is a great store because they are open <i><b>twenty-four seven</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Twenty-four seven         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Constantly; always available; every minute of the day and night<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: There are 24 hours in a day and seven days in a week.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S1.mp3\">7-11 is a great store because they are open <i><b>twenty-four seven</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S2.mp3\">If a business doesn't provide <i><b>twenty-four seven</b></i> customer support, they will not succeed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S3.mp3\">You better be careful because I'm going to be watching you <i><b>twenty-four seven</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S4.mp3\">They're available <i><b>twenty four hours a day</b></i>, 365 days a year.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S5.mp3\">What web hosting place do you recommend?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S6.mp3\">Most of them are pretty good. Just make sure they have twenty-four hour technical support.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S7.mp3\">All of them have <i><b>twenty-four seven</b></i> support. It's a necessity these days.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S8.mp3\">The cops are watching this area all-day every-day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P50/sentence/P50S9.mp3\">There's no way to cross the border because they're constantly monitoring all the passage ways.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=816\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=818\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=343",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How long do you plan on staying with this company?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How long do you plan on staying with this company?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S1.mp3\">How long do you plan on staying with this company?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is usually asked to the people who move between jobs frequently. They do not want to hire someone who will leave after several months. The hiring process costs the company money and time and they want to hire someone who is looking to stay for awhile. I recommend saying you want to stay for a long time.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S2.mp3\">To tell you the truth, I have been working and gaining experience to get into this company. This is where I want to be and I plan on staying a long time if I'm offered the job.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S3.mp3\">The only time I get bored is if there is no work to do. As long as there's a lot of work, then I'll be happy and stay a long time. I'm a busy body and I need to do work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S4.mp3\">This company has everything I'm looking for. It provides the type of work I love, the employees are all happy, and the environment is great. I plan on staying a long time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S5.mp3\">One of my goals is to obtain a position in this company. I know that once I start working here, it'll be for a long time.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I84/sentence/I84S6.mp3\">As far as I can tell, this company has everything I'm looking for. I enjoy this type of work and the benefits at this company are great. I'm looking for a long term position and if there are opportunities for advancement and growth here, then I want to stay for a long time.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is another question you can answer in a short way. You don't want to answer with a single line answer because it doesn't sound believable. So a couple of sentences explaining what you want will convince them that you want to stay for a long time.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=342\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=344\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=224",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #25         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What type of ring are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A wedding ring<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A couples ring<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> An engagement ring<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A lucky ring<br><br>2. When does this person plan on getting married?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In March<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In June<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In July<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In September<br><br>3. What kind of watch are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A Rolex<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A Timex<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A Tag Heuer<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A Cartier<br><br>4. How much was the watch?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> $600<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> $1500<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> $2500<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> $3000<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbcb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. An engagement ring<br>2. In June<br>3. A Tag Heuer<br>4. $1500         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What a beautiful watch. It goes very well with your ring.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Is that your wedding ring?\"<br>B: \"I'm not married yet. It's my engagement ring.\"<br>A: \"Well, congratulations. When is the big date?\"<br>B: \"In June.\"<br>A: \"Did you have the watch before getting the ring?\"<br>B: \"Actually, we bought the ring together after I got the watch.\"<br>A: \"You did a fabulous job with the selection. It's gorgeous.\"<br>B: \"Thank you so much.\"<br>A: \"What kind of watch is it?\"<br>B: \"It's a Tag Heuer.\"<br>A: \"If you don't mind me asking, how much do they cost?\"<br>B: \"This one is $1500. But they range from $600 to $3000.\"<br>A: \"That's why it looks so nice. I should have figured. You always get what you pay for.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I would rather get one nice watch instead of 20 mediocre ones.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=223\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=225\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Classes - Grades         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/589-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Grades in Classes</b><br><br>Talking about grades is all dependent on if you open up about these things or not. I know some people are very secretive about their grades, and others like me freely talk about grades. So make sure you are close friends with the person you are talking to about grades.<br><br>Grades are different depending on school. Some schools give letter grades that translates into number grade. Other schools strictly give number grades only. The difference is in letter grades, you cannot get a 3.5. You either get a B+, which is a 3.3, or an A- which is a 3.7. However, in number grades, the instructor can give a 3.4, 3.5, or 3.6.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S1.mp3\">What did you get in English?</a>\"</span> If you are talking about the subject, you do not need to say grade. But if not, you can ask, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S2.mp3\">What grade did you get in English?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S3.mp3\">I can't believe I got a 3.1 in biology. What did you get?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S4.mp3\">How was your GPA this semester?</a>\"</span> GPA stands for Grade Point Average.<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S5.mp3\">How were your grades this quarter?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S6.mp3\">Did you do well this semester?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S7.mp3\">Did you screw up your grades this semester?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S8.mp3\">What was the lowest grade you ever got?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S9.mp3\">What is your overall GPA?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S10.mp3\">How are your grades?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S11.mp3\">What's your accum?</a>\"</span> This is short for accumulated. This is asking what your overall GPA is.<br><br>I'll give examples for both specific and general answers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S12.mp3\">In English, I got a B+.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S13.mp3\">I got a 2.9 in English.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S14.mp3\">I did similar to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S15.mp3\">I got a 3.4 this semester.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S16.mp3\">If I didn't get the C+ in Biology, my GPA would have been awesome this semester.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S17.mp3\">My grades were ok.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S18.mp3\">I did average this quarter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S19.mp3\">My accum is 3.6 right now. I really want to get over 3.75.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S20.mp3\">My overall GPA is 2.94. I need to get a 3.4 next semester to bring my GPA above 3.0.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S21.mp3\">My GPA sucks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S22.mp3\">I did pretty good this semester.</a>\"</span> Although grammatically this is incorrect, spoken English allows such errors. If you want to be grammatically perfect, you will need to say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L45/sentence/L45S23.mp3\">I did pretty well this semester.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=588\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=590\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=723",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/723-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Anger - Understanding         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/723-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are only a few things you need to say when someone is talking to you about anger. The best thing to do is understand their feeling.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S1.mp3\">I can't believe that happened. I'd be so pissed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S2.mp3\">I know how you feel. I was so angry when that happened to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S3.mp3\">I can't imagine how angry you must feel. That has never happened to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S4.mp3\">If that happened to me, I'd get revenge.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S5.mp3\">What are you going to do to get him back?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S7.mp3\">That totally sucks, but I'm not surprised. I always knew he was a back stabber.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L149/sentence/L149S8.mp3\">The best thing to do is stop being his friend. He doesn't deserve to have any friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=722\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=724\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/673-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General - Volleyball         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/673-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many different types of sports but I will primarily talk about the following in this lesson:<br><br>Volleyball<br>Soccer<br>Swimming<br>Softball<br>Tennis<br><br><b>Volleyball</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S1.mp3\">I play volleyball on our high school team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S2.mp3\">I play volleyball for our university.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S3.mp3\">I play recreational volleyball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S4.mp3\">I play in a volleyball league run by the city.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S5.mp3\">What position do you play?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S6.mp3\">I'm a setter for our team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S7.mp3\">I'm the outside hitter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S8.mp3\">I'm a back row specialist.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S9.mp3\">I'm good at digging balls, so I play in the back.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S10.mp3\">I'm the tallest in our team so I'm the middle blocker.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S11.mp3\">Our team plays a two six rotation.</a>\"</span><br><br>Two six rotation is a terminology used in volleyball where there are two setters. They take turns and the person who is in the back is the setter, so they should be opposite of each other in the lineup.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S12.mp3\">I like to play beach volleyball. There is so much more action because it is only two of us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S13.mp3\">Beach volleyball is the best. It is so fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S14.mp3\">He hit the net.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S15.mp3\">He totally went fishing.</a>\"</span> This is a slang term to say that a person hit the net.<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S16.mp3\">The ball was out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S17.mp3\">I can't believe the line judge didn't see that. He must be blind.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S18.mp3\">That was a double hit. The ball is spinning like mad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S19.mp3\">He used his palm to lift the ball and he wasn't called for it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L109/sentence/L109S20.mp3\">I like to watch volleyball on TV.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=672\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=674\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bored - Calling Someone         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/525-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The conversation when you call someone might sound something like this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S1.mp3\">Hello.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S2.mp3\">Hi Jane, this is Jill. Do you have time to talk?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S3.mp3\">Hi Jill, sure, I was just watching TV.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S4.mp3\">What are you watching?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S5.mp3\">I was just watching a re-run of friends. How about you? What are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S6.mp3\">Nothing much. I really wanted to start studying for the Psychology test coming up, but I can't seem to motivate myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>As you can see, Even though Jill is very bored, she didn't say that she was bored. To sensitive people, they can misinterpret the situation. If I am bored and I call you, then that could mean that I am only calling you because I have nothing better to do. So if you are not very close friends, it is better to say something like, 'nothing much' instead of 'I am bored.'<br><br>If you are very close friends with someone, then the conversation can be more direct and honest.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S7.mp3\">What are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S8.mp3\">I'm doing the laundry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S9.mp3\">I'm so bored. I have nothing to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S10.mp3\">Why don't you come over and help me with the laundry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S11.mp3\">I'd rather do my own house chores. Hey, you wanna take a break from your house work and have coffee at Starbucks with me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L5/sentence/L5S12.mp3\">Sure, that sounds great. I'll meet you there in thirty minutes.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=524\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=526\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=722",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/722-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Anger         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/722-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Different people react in different ways when they are angry. In this lesson, we will look at a variety of sentences people use when they are angry. When someone is angry in the real world, they use a lot of profanity or curse words. Because of this fact, this lesson will contain bad words.<br><br>There are many ways a person can get angry. Let's first look at the situation where it involved a different person.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S1.mp3\">I'm so pissed. Roger just stabbed me in the back.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S3.mp3\">What was he thinking! I thought we were friends too.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S4.mp3\">I don't know what I'm going to do when I see him. I found out that he's been sleeping with my girlfriend.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S6.mp3\">Matt is dating my ex-girlfriend. I'm pretty upset about that. He knows I still have feelings for her.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S7.mp3\">Whenever I think about him, I get pissed. He treats his friends like crap.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S8.mp3\">I can't believe he was talking behind my back. Whenever he talks to me, he acts like we're close friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S9.mp3\">Matt borrowed my car and put a dent in it. He claims he didn't do it. I'm never trusting him again.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L148/sentence/L148S10.mp3\">I told Scott a secret and made sure he never tells anyone. The next week, I heard it from three different people. I was so pissed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=721\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=723\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=626",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/626-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Body Parts         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/626-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I'm not going to talk about every body part in this lesson. For information concerning detailed body parts, I would suggest a book that is solely covering body parts. Instead, we are going to cover various types of conversations and sentences most commonly used in standard English communication.<br><br>Let's first list the different body parts I will cover in this lesson:<br><br>Arm, Forearm, Elbow, Wrist, Hand, Finger, Knuckles<br><br>Leg, Calf, Thigh, Knee, Ankle, Toes<br><br>Head, Ear, Mouth, Nose, Eyes<br><br>Neck, Chest, Stomach, Back, Groin, Butt, Shoulder<br><br><b>The arm area</b><br><br>Here is a list of sentences most commonly used<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S1.mp3\">My arm hurts.</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember you can change the word of arm to any of the other body parts.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S2.mp3\">My wrist is sore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S3.mp3\">I sprained my wrist while I was playing tennis.</a>\"</span><br><br>Sprain is to hurt the ligaments of a joint. It is different than breaking a bone. Breaking a bone is hurting the bone itself, and sprain is hurting the tissue that connects the bone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S4.mp3\">I can't bend my elbow that well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S5.mp3\">Your fingers are so long.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S6.mp3\">My fingers are short and stubby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S7.mp3\">I like to crack my knuckles.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S8.mp3\">My grandmother has arthritis so she can't move her hands well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S9.mp3\">I got a flu shot on my arm yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S10.mp3\">I hate people who don't wash their hands after going to the bathroom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L72/sentence/L72S11.mp3\">I broke my finger when I fell down the stairs.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=625\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=627\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=672",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/672-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sports in General         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/672-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sports is a common topic mostly among the guys. In America, the three biggest sports are baseball, basketball, and American football. Due to the popularity of these sports, I will have individual lessons for them, but I will not have individual lessons for other sports such as soccer, volleyball, etc. For this lesson however, I will briefly talk about most sports and the most common language used among each one.<br><br>First, let's practice general sports sentences:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S1.mp3\">What do you like to do in your free time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S2.mp3\">What are your hobbies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S3.mp3\">What sports do you like to play?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S4.mp3\">I like to play sports. It's good for my health and I think it's very fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S5.mp3\">I like competitive sports because winning feels good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S6.mp3\">I like to play tennis and I like to swim.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S7.mp3\">Jeff is pretty athletic so he picks up on sports real quick.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S8.mp3\">If you need a girl to play, you should get Jessica. She's very athletic.</a>\"</span><br><br>In English, you can mostly use the word play for a sport, but there are some sports where play doesn't work. Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S9.mp3\">I like to play basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S10.mp3\">Let's go play basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S11.mp3\">Do you like to play basketball?</a>\"</span><br><br>This would also work for football, baseball, tennis, volleyball, soccer, and softball.<br>However, sports such as swimming, bowling, and golf do not use the word play. Here is how you would say it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S12.mp3\">I like to swim.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S13.mp3\">I like swimming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S14.mp3\">Let's go swimming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L108/sentence/L108S15.mp3\">Do you like swimming?</a>\"</span><br><br>As you may have noticed, each of the sports that do not use play is the ones with an 'ing' at the end. So if the sport is primarily used with an 'ing' at the end, then do not use play with that sport name.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=671\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=673\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=588",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Classes         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/588-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this lesson, we are going to learn about the terminologies you need to know when you talk about classes with your peers.<br><br>There are several sections I will break this up into:<br>Registering for classes<br>Grades in class<br>Professors and different curriculum <br>Dropping out/Withdrawal<br><br>First, let's talk about registering for classes.<br><br><b>Questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S1.mp3\">Did you register yet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S2.mp3\">When do you register for classes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S3.mp3\">When does registration start for next semester?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S4.mp3\">How do you register for classes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S5.mp3\">Where is the registration office?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S6.mp3\">What classes are you registering for?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S7.mp3\">What classes are you going to take?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S8.mp3\">What classes do you want to take?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Ways to answer these questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S9.mp3\">I haven't registered yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S10.mp3\">I register next Tuesday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S11.mp3\">Registration starts 4 weeks before the next semester.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S12.mp3\">You register on-line. Go to the website, and click on register.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S13.mp3\">The registration office is in Schmidt Hall. That's right across the street from the statue.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S14.mp3\">I'm not worried about getting into psychology 101, but I think the physics class will be full by the time I register.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S15.mp3\">If all things go well, I plan on registering for English composition, chemistry, and calculus.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S16.mp3\">I really want to take computer programming, but I'll have to see if it is full or not.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Regular comments about registering</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S17.mp3\">I hate registering for classes. All the classes I want to take are always full.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S18.mp3\">Being a sophomore sucks because we register last.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S19.mp3\">Seniors have the first pick so registering is easy for them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S20.mp3\">If I get all the classes I want to take, I'll be so happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S21.mp3\">Registration was great this time. I got all the classes I wanted.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L44/sentence/L44S22.mp3\">Registering for classes is such a big headache.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=821\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=589\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Happy and Feeling Good - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John. I have some great news.\"<br>B: \"What happened?\"<br>A: \"I got a job offer from Dell.\"<br>B: \"That's great. I thought you said you didn't get the job.\"<br>A: \"I thought I did bad on the interview, but I guess I was wrong. I'm so happy right now.\"<br>B: \"I bet. That's great news. I'm very happy for you.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I feel like celebrating. Let's go have a beer. It's on me.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Mike, did you win the lottery or something? Why the big smile?\"<br>B: \"I'm so relieved. I just passed the bar exam.\"<br>A: \"You did? That's great! You must be very happy now?\"<br>B: \"That's an understatement. I'm on cloud nine. I couldn't be any happier.\"<br>A: \"Did you tell your parents yet?\"<br>B: \"Not yet. I didn't get a hold of them. I'll try to call them again tonight.\"<br>A: \"They're probably going to be so happy.\"<br>B: \"I think so. It's turning out to be a great day.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/practice/L147P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Life's so boring.\"<br>B: \"Well, most of the time it is, I guess.\"<br>A: \"What do you think will make you happy?\"<br>B: \"I think money will make me happy.\"<br>A: \"You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness.\"<br>B: \"It will for me. Then I can do all the things I want to do.\"<br>A: \"You'll get bored eventually.\"<br>B: \"Then I can find something new to do. If I don't have to worry about money, then I don't have to work.\"<br>A: \"That's true, I guess. If I didn't have to work, I think I would be happy.\"<br>B: \"You see... money doesn't equal happiness, but it takes away a lot of responsibilities.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=720\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=722\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bored - General Phrases         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/524-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Being bored means having nothing to do. When someone is bored, they often call people and try to entertain themselves or try to find something to do with a friend. So being bored is a good starting point for conversational English.<br><br>There are a couple of situations you can express to someone that you are bored. Most commonly, you will call a friend and tell them that you are bored or ask them to do something together. The other time is when someone asks you how you are doing. We will cover both situations in this session.<br><br><b>General Phrases</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S1.mp3\">I'm dying from boredom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S2.mp3\">I hate being bored.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S3.mp3\">I don't have anything to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S4.mp3\">My life is so boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S5.mp3\">Life is so boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S6.mp3\">I'm just watching TV until I find something to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S7.mp3\">I was bored all weekend.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S8.mp3\">I am so bored today.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S9.mp3\">I get bored very easily.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S10.mp3\">I get bored all the time.</a>\"</span><br><br>A common place to get bored is when you have to visit family members.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S11.mp3\">It's always boring whenever we go to our relatives.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S12.mp3\">It's nice to visit my grandmother, but it gets boring after a couple of hours.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S13.mp3\">My cousins are so boring. All they do is watch tv.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S14.mp3\">There's nothing to do in the country side. I'm always bored there.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you think you are a boring person, here is a way to say that you are boring.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S15.mp3\">I think I'm a little boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S16.mp3\">I'm a boring person.</a>\"</span><br><br>Boring can be used to describe someone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S17.mp3\">He is a boring person.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S18.mp3\">His personality is very boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S19.mp3\">It's boring whenever she's around.</a>\"</span><br><br>Using bored to answer a question is very common. Here are some general questions that someone might ask.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S20.mp3\">How was your trip?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S21.mp3\">How was your vacation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S22.mp3\">How was your weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S23.mp3\">How was the lecture?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S24.mp3\">How was the class?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S25.mp3\">How was the game?</a>\"</span><br><br>Any of these types of questions can be answered with a simple answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S26.mp3\">It was pretty boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S27.mp3\">It was boring. I didn't do much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S28.mp3\">It wasn't as fun as I thought. It was a little boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S29.mp3\">I was bored most of the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L4/sentence/L4S30.mp3\">Because it was disorganized, we had too much extra time. I was bored during our free time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=550\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=525\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Happy and Feeling Good - Other Sentences         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/720-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are other ways to express you are happy without using the word happy. In the last half of this lesson, let's look at some of these sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S1.mp3\">I'm feeling pretty good right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S2.mp3\">I'm in a very good mood.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S3.mp3\">I feel great!</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S4.mp3\">I'm so glad I didn't have to go to work today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S5.mp3\">It feels so good taking a long vacation.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S6.mp3\">This is so awesome. I can't believe this happened.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S7.mp3\">I got everything I ever wanted. I feel so blessed.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S8.mp3\">My brother was jumping around everywhere when he heard he got into Stanford.</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some slang terms you might hear.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S9.mp3\">I'm so stoked.</a>\"</span><br><br>Stoked basically means to be happy or to be excited.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S10.mp3\">I'm on cloud nine right now.</a>\"</span><br><br>This terminology represents feeling high. High is usually associated with drugs, but if something good happens and you are so happy, it can make you feel better than being on drugs. That is where this terminology came from.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S11.mp3\">I feel like I'm in paradise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S12.mp3\">I feel like I'm on top of the world.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S13.mp3\">I feel like a king.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S14.mp3\">I feel like a champion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L147/sentence/L147S15.mp3\">I feel invincible.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=719\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=721\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=821",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      University Life - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. My name is Mark.\"<br>B: \"Mark? I'm Bill. Glad to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. So where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Houston Texas.\"<br>A: \"Oh... I'm from Southern California.\"<br>B: \"There must be a lot of cute girls over there huh?\"<br>A: \"Hell yeah. But most of them are hoochies.\"<br>B: \"That sucks. So, what year are you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a freshman.\"<br>B: \"This is my first year too.\"<br>A: \"So what made you decide to come to California for school? I hear Austin is a good school.\"<br>B: \"It's alright, but I think Berkeley is better.\"<br>A: \"So is this where you wanted to come?\"<br>B: \"To tell you the truth, I wanted to go to Stanford. I made it on the waiting list, but ninety nine percent of the people accepted to Stanford go there. Like, who wouldn't right?\"<br>A: \"Very true. But this is still a good school.\"<br>B: \"I'm not complaining. I just know that I wanted to come to California. Texas is cool and all, but I wanted to experience different things.\"<br>A: \"That's good. Do you know what you plan on majoring in?\"<br>B: \"I was thinking about political science, but now I'm leaning towards English literature. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I plan on majoring in double E.\"<br>B: \"Do you know where the Smith building is? I have to pick up the syllabus for my psychology class. I missed the first day.\"<br>A: \"That's a great start. It's over there by the library.\"<br>B: \"It was nice meeting you.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. We should hang out later.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I'll see you tomorrow in class then.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. What's your name?\"<br>B: \"My name is Jung Min. What's your name?\"<br>A: \"My name is Jessica. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>B: \"Yes. It's nice to meet you too. Are you a new student too?\"<br>A: \"No. I'm a sophomore. I take it you are a new student?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's pretty exciting to be here.\"<br>A: \"Have fun while it lasts. The excitement wears off real quick. Especially after you see how much homework you get. Where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Korea. My parents wanted me to go to an American university, so I came here.\"<br>A: \"I have never been to Korea. I've been to Japan before, but never Korea.\"<br>B: \"Why were you in Japan?\"<br>A: \"My father thought it would be a good experience to take a vacation to a different country. He's so into learning about different cultures.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty cool.\"<br>A: \"I thought it would have been more fun if I went without my parents.\"<br>B: \"Well, if you ever want to visit Korea, I would be happy to show you around.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for the offer. I'll keep that in mind. Oh, the professor is coming. We'll talk more after class.\"<br>B: \"Ok.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=586\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=588\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. 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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=719",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/719-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Happy and Feeling Good - Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/719-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Questions you might ask someone<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S1.mp3\">Do you think he will be happy with this present?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S2.mp3\">Do you believe money can buy happiness?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S3.mp3\">Do you think she will be happy if I show up?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S4.mp3\">What would make you happy?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S5.mp3\">Was your brother happy with the results?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S6.mp3\">When was your happiest time period?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S7.mp3\">How can you put a price tag on happiness?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S8.mp3\">How much money do you need to be happy?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S9.mp3\">Would you be happy if that happened to you?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S10.mp3\">Why are you so happy right now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S11.mp3\">Why are you in such a good mood?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S12.mp3\">Did something good happen? You look so happy?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L146/sentence/L146S13.mp3\">Why do you have such a big smile on your face?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=718\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=720\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=625",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Health - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Mike. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"Not much. I started exercising.\"<br>A: \"Trying to get in shape?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I need to start improving my health.\"<br>A: \"Me too. What are you doing besides exercising?\"<br>B: \"That's about all.\"<br>A: \"I think if you eat better, it will help tremendously.\"<br>B: \"Sleep is good too. I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems.\"<br>A: \"Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy.\"<br>B: \"True. But I think it is worth it. When you get old, you want to be healthy and active.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Did your wife give birth yet?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. She's a healthy beautiful girl.\"<br>A: \"Congratulations. How is your wife doing?\"<br>B: \"She is tired, but getting a lot of rest now.\"<br>A: \"That's good to hear.\"<br>B: \"I'm just glad there were no complications.\"<br>A: \"If your wife and baby are both happy, what more can you ask for?\"<br>B: \"It's been a week, and I haven't slept that well.\"<br>A: \"That's normal for anyone with a newborn.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but it's so hard. I have to work, and then go home and take care of my wife and the baby. I'm going to get sick at this rate.\"<br>A: \"You'll get used to it. After everything stabilizes, you can regain your health.\"<br>B: \"That's true. I should make sure my wife and baby stay healthy during this time.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I haven't seen your father in like 5 years. How is he doing?\"<br>B: \"He's not doing too well.\"<br>A: \"Why? What's wrong?\"<br>B: \"About a year ago, he started feeling weak all the time.\"<br>A: \"Is it due to old age or is he sick?\"<br>B: \"Maybe a little of both. The doctors can't point out anything specifically. I think it is because he didn't take care of himself during his youth.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. It's important to take care of your health early in life.\"<br>B: \"That's what my father tells me almost everyday.\"<br>A: \"Well, I hope he starts feeling better. Say hi to him for me.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. I'll let him know.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=624\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=626\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=550",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Greeting - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi, how are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Not too bad.\"<br>B: \"Do you come to this restaurant often?\"<br>A: \"I've been here a couple of times, but I don't come on a regular basis. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"I'm pretty busy at work these days, but otherwise, everything is great.\"<br>A: \"Well, have a good evening.\"<br>B: \"You too.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"It's nice to meet you. My name is Jack.\"<br>B: \"I'm Steve. It's a pleasure to meet you.\"<br>A: \"What was your name again?\"<br>B: \"Steve.\"<br>A: \"So Steve, What do you do for a living?\"<br>B: \"I work at the public library. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a University student.\"<br>B: \"That's great. It was nice meeting you.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It was a pleasure meeting you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/practice/L3P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack, it's good to see you.\"<br>B: \"Wow. How long has it been? It seems like more than a year. I'm doing pretty well. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Not too bad.\"<br>B: \"What movie did you come to see?\"<br>A: \"I came here to see Matrix Revolution. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to watch Finding Nemo.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=522\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=524\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=671",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Talking About Girls - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Yo Matt. How goes it man?\"<br>B: \"Pretty good. What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"You know that chick in psychology class?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. You only talk about her every other day.\"<br>A: \"I can't get her out of my mind. She is damn fine.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go talk to her then?\"<br>A: \"I think she is out of my league.\"<br>B: \"Chicken. Somebody is only out of your league if you think so. What do you see in her anyway? She is a little chubby dude.\"<br>A: \"She is not. She has a nice figure. And she has such a pretty face.\"<br>B: \"Whatever. If you think so.\"<br>A: \"You like skinny girls or something?\"<br>B: \"I like normal girls without any flab hanging out.\"<br>A: \"Now you're exaggerating you freak.\"<br>B: \"Seriously, I like a girl who is fit and likes to exercise.\"<br>A: \"How about personality?\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter until you are thinking about marriage and I'm not thinking about that yet.\"<br>A: \"Well, I'm looking so I don't care that much about figure. As long as she is nice and sweet.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Who do you think is hotter? Britney or Christina?\"<br>B: \"That's a no brainer. Christina is way hotter. You think Britney is hotter than Christina?\"<br>A: \"She has some serious curves that turn me on. And I like the way she moves. I think she's sexy.\"<br>B: \"Ok. How about between the three girls on Friends? Who do you think is the cutest?\"<br>A: \"I like Phoebe the most. She is so funny cracks me up.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I agree with you there. Let's change the scenario a little. If you were stuck on an island, who would you choose to be with?\"<br>A: \"I'd take Britney Spears. I have this thing about her.\"<br>B: \"No way man. How about Catherine Zeta Jones? She is absolutely beautiful.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=670\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=672\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=586",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/586-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Life - More Q and As         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/586-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S1.mp3\">What is an easy class to take?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S2.mp3\">Fishing 101 is an easy 4.0</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S3.mp3\">I thought psychology 101 was an easy class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S4.mp3\">Communication is pretty easy if you're not afraid to make speeches.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S5.mp3\">Where is the best place to hang out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S6.mp3\">The best place to hang out is on the Ave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S7.mp3\">Currently, the bar on 4th and James is the best hangout. Everyone goes there on the weekends.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S8.mp3\">Are you in the dormitory?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S9.mp3\">Yeah. I'm over at Terry Hall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S10.mp3\">Yes. At Buchanan Towers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S11.mp3\">No. I'm commuting from home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S12.mp3\">I have an apartment right next to school.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S13.mp3\">Where do you live?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S14.mp3\">You know the McDonalds on the south side? Just 2 blocks from there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S15.mp3\">I live next to the west entrance. There are some apartments behind the dormitories.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S16.mp3\">I live in the dormitory.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S17.mp3\">I live in Seattle.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S18.mp3\">Why did you decide to come to this school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S19.mp3\">It was the most convenient.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S20.mp3\">It was either this school or the University next to my home. I wanted to get away from home, so I came here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S21.mp3\">I researched a bit, and found that this school offers exactly what I am looking for.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S22.mp3\">This is the best school that I could afford.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S23.mp3\">Do you know where the music building is?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S24.mp3\">The music building is 2 buildings away from the library.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S25.mp3\">Over by the fountain. It's the building with the round looking doors.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S26.mp3\">I'm not sure. There are maps in the Student Union Building though.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S27.mp3\">I think it's over in that direction, but not exactly sure.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S28.mp3\">Where is the student union building?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S29.mp3\">Ah, that's what I'm looking for too.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S30.mp3\">I was told it was right next to the east parking lot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/sentence/L43S31.mp3\">It's the brick building behind the large oak tree.</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that when you are talking to somebody, an answer to a question is another potential topic to talk about. I'll show you an example of a conversation. Please take note that I ask questions about the answer. Look for it in the practice session.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=585\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=821\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=718",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/718-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Happy and Feeling Good         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/718-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>It's common to talk to friends and family when you are happy. Most of the time, you want to express why you are happy and share with close people how you feel. In this lesson, let's take a look at many different ways you can express yourself when you are happy.<br><br>General statements are usually short. Here are a few examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S1.mp3\">I'm very happy right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S2.mp3\">I'm happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S3.mp3\">I haven't been this happy in a long time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S4.mp3\">I don't think I can be any happier right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S5.mp3\">He is very happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S6.mp3\">She is so happy right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S7.mp3\">My wife is pretty happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S8.mp3\">My husband is happy.</a>\"</span><br><br>These sentences are very basic. Most of the time, you will be explaining why you are happy. Let's incorporate the reason into the sentence.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S9.mp3\">I'm so happy I got a job offer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S10.mp3\">I was happy when I received an A for my final report.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S11.mp3\">I'll be happy when that happens.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S12.mp3\">This semester is such a headache. I'll be so happy when it's over.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S13.mp3\">My brother was happy after passing the examination.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S14.mp3\">I think my mother was happier than I was when I got into the University.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S15.mp3\">If you find a job you are happy with, then that is the perfect job for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S16.mp3\">It's more important to be happy with your job than what other people think.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S17.mp3\">I don't think she will be happy if you do that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S18.mp3\">My parents won't be happy if I drop out of school.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S19.mp3\">I think my professor was happy with my essay.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S20.mp3\">My grandmother is always happy when I come visit her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S21.mp3\">My grandfather is always happy to see me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S22.mp3\">I'm so happy for you. That's wonderful news.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S23.mp3\">Congratulations on your engagement, I'm so happy for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S24.mp3\">I want to find a gift that she will be happy with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S25.mp3\">He never likes his presents, but he is happy with the fact that we tried.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S26.mp3\">Happiness is probably the most important thing in life.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L145/sentence/L145S27.mp3\">My goal in life is to make other people happy.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=717\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=719\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Girls - In Love and Body Parts you like         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/670-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Describing a girl you fell in love with</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S1.mp3\">She is perfect. Her voice is sweet and her skin is so soft.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S2.mp3\">She has a killer body. I don't know if I love her, but I sure lust after her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S3.mp3\">I think I'm in love. She is absolutely beautiful and her personality is perfect.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S4.mp3\">We talked on the phone for 6 hours. We connected so well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S5.mp3\">We have so much in common. I love talking to her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S6.mp3\">She's the sweetest thing. I think I'm in love.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S7.mp3\">She's so fine. She doesn't have an ounce of fat on her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S8.mp3\">I met her on the golf course and after watching her hit, I fell in love.</a>\"</span><br><br>I found that talking about famous girls is a fun topic among friends. For example, we would ask each other who's hotter between Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. Here some questions and answers just in case you get in one of these conversations.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S9.mp3\">Who would you take between Jessica Simpson and Liv Tyler?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S10.mp3\">Who do you think is the sexiest women?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S12.mp3\">Who is in your top 5 list of sexy women?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S13.mp3\">Do you think Janet Jackson is hot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S15.mp3\">If you were stuck on a deserted island, which famous person would you want to be with?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Other descriptive sentences</b><br><br><b>Skinny girls</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S21.mp3\">She's a toothpick.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S22.mp3\">Her legs are like chopsticks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S23.mp3\">She is all skin and bones.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S24.mp3\">She is way too skinny.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Fat girls</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S25.mp3\">She's a little chubby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S26.mp3\">She's fat dude.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S27.mp3\">That girl is big.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S28.mp3\">She's a little overweight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/sentence/L107S29.mp3\">She needs to go on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=669\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=671\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Health - Family         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/624-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are young and pretty healthy, then you do not need to say many different things. What we have covered so far is a good starting point in health discussions. For the next section, I am going to go into good and bad health of older people such as parents or grandparents.<br><br>If a person is very old and does not have any sickness, then the usual comment is to mention how healthy that person is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S1.mp3\">My grandfather can't move that much because of leg pains. But besides that, he is very healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S2.mp3\">She's quite healthy for her age.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S3.mp3\">My mother always complains about some pain, but the doctor can never find any wrong with her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S4.mp3\">My grandmother is in a nursing home. She's pretty healthy but can't walk that well.</a>\"</span><br><br>Often times we ask about the health of a new born baby. Here are some sentences you can say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S5.mp3\">I just had my baby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S6.mp3\">Oh really? Is the baby healthy?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S7.mp3\">He's a healthy little boy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S8.mp3\">I'm so blessed with healthy children.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S9.mp3\">I'm so happy that my children are all healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S10.mp3\">I wish I was rich, but I can't complain. I have a job, my children are healthy, and most of all, we are all happy.</a>\"</span><br><br>Although it is fortunate to have healthy relatives, we are sometimes in a situation where health is a problem in the family.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S11.mp3\">My uncle died from stomach cancer. The doctors say it is mostly hereditary but I think it was due to all the spicy food he ate.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S12.mp3\">My father is very unhealthy. He says it is because he didn't take care of his body when he was young.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S13.mp3\">My sister is always sick. I'm really concerned about her health.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/sentence/L71S14.mp3\">My brother is tired all the time. I think he is unhealthy.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=622\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=625\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Greeting - Example Conversations         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/522-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Let's look at several example conversations. Then we can move on to the practice section.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S1.mp3\">Hi, my name is Steve. It's nice to meet you.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S2.mp3\">I'm Jack. It's a pleasure to meet you, Steve.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S3.mp3\">What do you do for a living Jack?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S4.mp3\">I work at the bank.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S5.mp3\">What is your name?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S6.mp3\">Jackson.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S7.mp3\">What was that again?</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S8.mp3\">Hey John, how have you been?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S9.mp3\">What a surprise. I haven't seen you in a long time. How have you been?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S10.mp3\">I'm doing very well. How about you?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S11.mp3\">I finally have some free time. I just finished taking a big examination, and I'm so relieved that I'm done with it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S12.mp3\">Hi Nancy, what have you been up to?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S13.mp3\">The same ole same ole.</a>\"</span> Or, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S14.mp3\">The same as usual. How about you?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S15.mp3\">I'm pretty busy at work these days, but otherwise, everything is great.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S16.mp3\">Andy, it's been a long time, how are you man?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S17.mp3\">What a surprise. I haven't seen you in a long time. How have you been?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S18.mp3\">Do you come to this restaurant often?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L3/sentence/L3S19.mp3\">I've been here a couple of times, but I don't come on a regular basis.</a>\"</span><br><br>The next lesson is the interactive practice section. If you would like to repeat this lesson or previous lessons, feel free to go back and study as many times as you need. When you are ready, go to the practice section.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=521\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=550\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Life - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/585-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S1.mp3\">What high school did you attend?</a>\"</span><br>Before we answer this question, keep in mind that a foreigner will not be asked this question. Usually they will not ask a foreigner because they think that they will not know the high school you mention. But it is still good to know how to say such things.<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S2.mp3\">I went to Lynnwood High.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S3.mp3\">Lynnwood High.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S4.mp3\">I went to a high school in San Francisco.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S5.mp3\">A high school in Olympia.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S6.mp3\">What are you going to major in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S7.mp3\">I haven't decided, but I'm leaning towards biology.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S8.mp3\">I'm thinking about majoring in psychology.</a>\"</span><br><br>Universities in the States are a little different than others. You don't choose your major until you are in your 3rd year. Basically, you apply to get into a major your junior year and if accepted, you have a major. If you get turned down, you have to find a different major, or spend another semester or year trying to get in. That's why you see so many people not graduate after 4 years. The problem is that they do not know what to major in.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S9.mp3\">How many credits are you taking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S10.mp3\">I'm taking eighteen credits this quarter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S11.mp3\">I'm only taking 10 credits this semester.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S12.mp3\">I'm taking 20 credits this semester.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S13.mp3\">What classes are you taking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S14.mp3\">I'm taking chemistry 135, math 231, and English 101.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S15.mp3\">This quarter I'm taking Intro to Sociology, Basics of Music Composition, and Spanish 101.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S16.mp3\">What year are you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S17.mp3\">I'm a junior.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S18.mp3\">I'm a freshman.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S19.mp3\">I'm a fourth year junior.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L42/sentence/L42S20.mp3\">I'm a fifth year senior.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you wonder how you can be a fourth year junior or a fifth year senior, you must understand that the number of credits you have completed represents what level you are. So a fourth year junior is someone who has been in school for four years, but has the same credits as a junior.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=584\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=586\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Girls - Types You Like or Dislike         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/669-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this session, we are going to cover talking about girls. We will primarily cover commenting on traits you like or dislike. Don't worry ladies, we will have a session about guys later on.<br><br><b>Describing what types of girls you like</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S1.mp3\">I like a girl with a lot of curves.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S5.mp3\">I like all girls with a great body.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S6.mp3\">I like skinny girls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S7.mp3\">I like a girl with smooth skin.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S8.mp3\">Since I'm pretty tall, I want a tall skinny girl.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S10.mp3\">I like a girl who likes to have fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S11.mp3\">I like girls who are smart. I can't stand airheads.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S12.mp3\">I like all pretty girls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S13.mp3\">I like obedient girls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S14.mp3\">The most important trait for me is wisdom. I want a girl who is wise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S15.mp3\">It's important that the girl is smart and intelligent.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S16.mp3\">A good and fun personality is the most important trait I look for in a girl.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S17.mp3\">I want a girl who is going to take care of me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S18.mp3\">I want a working girl so I can stay at home all day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S19.mp3\">I want to meet a rich girl so I don't have to worry about money.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S20.mp3\">I like athletic girls because I like to play sports.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Describing types you don't like</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S21.mp3\">I can't stand girls with attitude.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S22.mp3\">I hate stuck up girls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S23.mp3\">The worst kind of girls are high maintenance girls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S24.mp3\">Stay away from nagging girls. You'll want to kill yourself after a month with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S25.mp3\">It bothers me when a girl is not independent.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S26.mp3\">I don't like weak girls who can't take care of themselves.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S27.mp3\">You might think rich girls are a blessing, but they constantly nag at you to make more money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S28.mp3\">Rich girls are usually spoiled and soon you will be broke trying to keep up with her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S29.mp3\">I don't like fat girls. They don't turn me on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L106/sentence/L106S30.mp3\">I don't like skinny girls who are like toothpicks. It's just gross.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=667\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=670\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Health         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/622-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Health is an important part of life so it is useful to know how to speak about this topic. We will cover eating, and general health statements you will need to know.<br><br><b>Eating</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S1.mp3\">What type of food is healthy to eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S2.mp3\">Are hamburgers healthy for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S3.mp3\">Is drinking coke bad for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S4.mp3\">Do vitamins really work?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S5.mp3\">If you eat better, you will be healthier.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S6.mp3\">If you want to be healthy, you should eat better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S7.mp3\">Eating ramen and drinking beer everyday is not healthy for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S8.mp3\">Eating vegetables is good for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S9.mp3\">Eating a variety of food is good for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S10.mp3\">I take vitamins everyday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S11.mp3\">Even though eating cereal in the morning is boring, it's quite healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S12.mp3\">If you want to be healthy, you should eat better and start exercising.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>General statements</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S13.mp3\">I need to start thinking about my health.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S14.mp3\">I get sick very often these days. I think I need to start worrying about my health.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S15.mp3\">It is very important to take care of your health while you are young.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S16.mp3\">Trying to regain your health when you are old is more difficult than people think. That is why it is important to take preventive measures early.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S17.mp3\">Smoking and drinking is bad for your health.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S18.mp3\">You're ruining your health.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S19.mp3\">Now that I am thirty years old, I should really start thinking about my health.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S20.mp3\">You need to take care of yourself more.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Questions regarding health</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S21.mp3\">What made you decide to start working out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S22.mp3\">I want to get healthier.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S23.mp3\">You never used to eat spinach. Did you acquire a taste for them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S24.mp3\">No. I just heard it's healthy for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S25.mp3\">You run so often. Do you like jogging?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L70/sentence/L70S26.mp3\">I hate jogging, but I do it because it's very healthy.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=621\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=624\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         University Life - Meeting New Students         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/584-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>As you can see, these portions of our lessons are dedicated to school. There are many things to learn here, so we are going to spend numerous lessons on school. But don't worry; only a couple will be geared towards classes. The rest will be about night life, partying, and having a good time. Before we start learning about topics such as classes and examinations, let's learn some general university phrases.<br><br>The first type of speaking you will have to do is when you meet new people. During this time, you can engage in idle small talk. Since you have learned small talk, feel free to use your new skills. On top of that, let's learn some new phrases that will help you.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S1.mp3\">Where are you from?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S2.mp3\">What high school did you attend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S3.mp3\">What are you going to major in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S4.mp3\">What are you majoring in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S5.mp3\">How many credits are you taking this semester?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S6.mp3\">What classes are you taking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S7.mp3\">What year are you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S8.mp3\">What is an easy class to take?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S9.mp3\">Where is the best place to hang out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S10.mp3\">Are you in the dormitory?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S11.mp3\">Where do you live?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S12.mp3\">Why did you decide to come to this school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S13.mp3\">What made you choose Berkeley?</a>\"</span><br><br>Many of the answer to these questions are general things you should already know. But it never hurts to review again, so let's go over how we can answer some of these questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S14.mp3\">Where are you from?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S15.mp3\">I'm from Seattle, Washington.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S16.mp3\">I'm an exchange student from Seoul, Korea.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S17.mp3\">I'm from Dublin, Ohio.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L41/sentence/L41S18.mp3\">I'm from Southern California.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=583\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=585\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Greeting Someone you Know         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/521-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S1.mp3\">Hey John, how have you been?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S2.mp3\">Hi Bob, how are you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S3.mp3\">Hi Nancy, what have you been up to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S4.mp3\">Andy, it's been a long time, how are you man?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you meet someone unexpectedly, you can say,<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S5.mp3\">Hey Jack, it's good to see you. What are you doing here?</a>\"</span><br>or<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S6.mp3\">What a surprise. I haven't seen you in a long time. How have you been?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you see the person at a restaurant, you can say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S7.mp3\">Do you come to this restaurant often?</a>\"</span><br>Or at the movie theater, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S8.mp3\">What movie did you come to see?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Appropriate responses:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S9.mp3\">Hi Steve, my name is Mike. It is nice to meet you as well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S10.mp3\">I heard a lot about you from John. He had a lot of good things to say.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S11.mp3\">Wow. How long has it been? It seems like more than a year. I'm doing pretty well. How about you?</a>\"</span><br><br>A typical response to this type of greeting is simple.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S12.mp3\">Not too bad.</a>\"</span><br><br>If asked what you have been up to, you can respond with, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S13.mp3\">Same ole same ole.</a>\"</span> Or, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S14.mp3\">The same as usual.</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some other example responses.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S15.mp3\">I'm pretty busy at work these days, but otherwise, everything is great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S16.mp3\">I'm doing very well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S17.mp3\">I finally have some free time. I just finished taking a big examination, and I'm so relieved that I'm done with it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Restaurant Responses</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S18.mp3\">I've been here a couple of times, but I don't come on a regular basis.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S19.mp3\">I come pretty often. This is my favorite restaurant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S20.mp3\">I can't believe we haven't seen each other before. I come here at least twice a week.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Movie Response</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L2/sentence/L2S21.mp3\">I came here to see Matrix Revolution. How about you?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=520\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=522\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Greeting - Basic         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/520-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many ways to greet someone. We'll learn about the most common way to greet someone in this lesson. I'll give a variety of example sentences.<br><br>Greeting someone you never met:<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S1.mp3\">Hi, my name is Steve. It's nice to meet you.</a>\"</span><br>You can respond to this by saying,<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S2.mp3\">It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Jack.</a>\"</span><br><br>Another common question to ask is<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S3.mp3\">What do you do for a living?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can respond to this by saying, <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S4.mp3\">I work at a restaurant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S5.mp3\">I work at a bank.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S6.mp3\">I work in a software company.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S7.mp3\">I'm a dentist.</a>\"</span><br><br>Usually, you will not need to ask for a name. It is implied that each person should say their name. But in case they don't, you can ask, <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S8.mp3\">What is your name?</a>\"</span><br><br>Many times, I don't hear the name. If you would like for them to repeat their name, you can say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S9.mp3\">What was that again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S10.mp3\">Excuse me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L1/sentence/L1S11.mp3\">Pardon me?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=521\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2025",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I was busy + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2025-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using the word 'was', you are referring to something in a past tense, or something that happened before. Combining it with the word 'busy' you can express something that was occupying you in a past time.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S1.mp3\">I was busy thinking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S2.mp3\">I was busy working.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S3.mp3\">I was busy cooking dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S4.mp3\">I was busy talking on the phone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S5.mp3\">I was busy cleaning the house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S6.mp3\">I was busy studying for my test.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S7.mp3\">I was busy thinking of ideas for our website.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S8.mp3\">I was busy entertaining our neighbors.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S9.mp3\">I was busy completing my housework.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S10.mp3\">I was busy learning new things.</a>\"</span><br><br>By changing 'was' to 'am' you change your message from past tense to present tense and refer to something you are doing 'now.'<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S11.mp3\">I am busy working.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S12.mp3\">I am busy cooking dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S13.mp3\">I am busy studying for my test.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S14.mp3\">I am busy completing housework.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E25/sentence/E025S15.mp3\">I am busy talking on the phone.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2024\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2026\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2024-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I can't help + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2024-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'can't' is contraction for 'cannot.' Combined with 'help' you are communicating something you are unable to control or having a hard time gaining a grasp for. This can be a physical or mental action.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S1.mp3\">I can't help thinking about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S2.mp3\">I can't help shopping so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S3.mp3\">I can't help working all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S4.mp3\">I can't help smiling when I see her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S5.mp3\">I can't help eating so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S6.mp3\">I can't help loving you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S7.mp3\">I can not help biting my nails when I am nervous.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S8.mp3\">I can not help smoking when I have been drinking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S9.mp3\">I cannot help feeling so sad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E24/sentence/E024S10.mp3\">I cannot help remembering the things you did.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2023\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2025\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2023",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2023-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I feel like + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2023-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are expressing to someone something you would enjoy doing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S1.mp3\">I feel like going for a bike ride.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S2.mp3\">I feel like going to the beach.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S3.mp3\">I feel like having a snack.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S4.mp3\">I feel like talking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S5.mp3\">I feel like dancing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S6.mp3\">I feel like having friends over to my house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S7.mp3\">I feel like watching TV.</a>\"</span><br><br>By adding 'don't' or 'do not' you can change what you are saying to express something you would not enjoy or express a concern about something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S8.mp3\">I don't feel like leaving yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S9.mp3\">I don't feel like explaining.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S10.mp3\">I don't feel like going to bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S11.mp3\">I do not feel comfortable talking about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E23/sentence/E023S12.mp3\">I do not feel like we are going in the right direction.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2022\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2024\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2022",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2022-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'd rather + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2022-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I'd' is a contraction of the words 'I had' or 'I would.'<br><br>When using it with the word 'rather' you are suggesting you would like to do or prefer one thing more than another.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S1.mp3\">I'd rather talk about this later.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S2.mp3\">I'd like to eat at home than go get fast food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S3.mp3\">I'd rather ski than snowboard.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S4.mp3\">I'd rather stay late than come in early tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S5.mp3\">I'd rather handle the problem myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S6.mp3\">I had rather go home than stay out too late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S7.mp3\">I had rather listen to my parents or get in trouble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S8.mp3\">I would rather exercise than sit on the couch all day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S9.mp3\">I would rather complete my task early.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E22/sentence/E022S10.mp3\">I would rather know the answer.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2021\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2023\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2021",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2021-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I promise not to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2021-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using the word 'promise' you are giving your word that what you are saying is true. You might also be assuring someone a guarantee that you will follow thru on what you are saying to them.<br><br>When using 'promise not to' you are stating you will not do a particular thing.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S1.mp3\">I promise not to tell.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S2.mp3\">I promise not to leave without you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S3.mp3\">I promise not to be so late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S4.mp3\">I promise not to hurt your feelings.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S5.mp3\">I promise not to wake you up.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also just use the word 'promise' to assure someone of your intentions.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S6.mp3\">I promise I am telling the truth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S7.mp3\">I promise to practice my math.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S8.mp3\">I promise to call you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S9.mp3\">I promise I will tell you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E21/sentence/E021S10.mp3\">I promise I will come to your party.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2020\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2022\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2020",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2020-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I don't have time to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2020-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'don't' is a contraction of the words 'do not.' When adding 'have time to' you are simply stating that you have other obligations and all other things considered must wait.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S1.mp3\">I don't have time to explain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S2.mp3\">I don't have time to eat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S3.mp3\">I don't have time to exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S4.mp3\">I don't have time to watch my favorite TV show.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S5.mp3\">I don't have time to talk.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also use the phrase 'I don't' to express things you do not like, things you do not understand, or things you do not do.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S6.mp3\">I don't eat meat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S7.mp3\">I don't like the rain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S8.mp3\">I don't understand Spanish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S9.mp3\">I do not understand what you are saying.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S10.mp3\">I do not like scary movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E20/sentence/E020S11.mp3\">I do not like sports.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2019\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2021\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2019",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2019-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I didn't mean to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2019-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'didn't' is a contraction of the words 'did not'. When using it in a sentence with the words 'mean to' you are informing someone that you did something you regret or are sorry for. This could have been a physical, mental or verbal action.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S1.mp3\">I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S2.mp3\">I didn't mean to call you so late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S3.mp3\">I didn't mean to lie about what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S4.mp3\">I didn't mean to embarrass you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S5.mp3\">I didn't mean to stay out so late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S6.mp3\">I did not mean to say those things.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S7.mp3\">I did not mean to leave you out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S8.mp3\">I did not mean to make you confused.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S9.mp3\">I did not mean to think you were involved.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E19/sentence/E019S10.mp3\">I did not mean to cause trouble.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2018\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2020\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2018",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2018-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I was about to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2018-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When stating 'I was about to' you are informing someone that you were going to do something, but another event prevented you from doing it. It is similar to 'I am about to' but the difference is that you will not do it any longer. Since you will not do it any longer, it becomes a past event. That is why we use 'was' instead of 'am'<br><br>Here is an example conversionsation to help you understand.<br><br>A: Hi Mike. I need to ask you a favor.<br>B: Hey Bob. What do you need?<br>A: Can you drive me to the convenient store? My car is in the shop and we really need to get milk.<br>B: Sure. I can do that.<br>A: Were you in the middle of something? I don't want to bother you.<br>B: I was about to watch a movie, but that can wait.<br><br>In this case, he cannot say, \"I am about to watch a movie\" because he will not be watching it because he has to drive his friend. You use \"I was about to\" when you will not be doing something immediately because of some other event.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S1.mp3\">I was about to go out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S2.mp3\">I was about to go to dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S3.mp3\">I was about to go to bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S4.mp3\">I was about to go to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S5.mp3\">I was about to say the same thing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S6.mp3\">I was about to call you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S7.mp3\">I was about to send you an email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S8.mp3\">I was about to mow my grass.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S9.mp3\">I was about to order us some drinks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E18/sentence/E018S10.mp3\">I was about to watch television.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2017\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2019\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2017",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2017-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I've decided to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2017-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I've' is short for 'I have' and including the word 'decided' you are stating that you have made a decision or come to a conclusion.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S1.mp3\">I've decided to accept the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S2.mp3\">I've decided to complete my degree.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S3.mp3\">I've decided to change my bad habits.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S4.mp3\">I've decided to extend my membership at the gym.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S5.mp3\">I've decided to form a chess club.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S6.mp3\">I've decided to hand over my responsibilities.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S7.mp3\">I've decided to help you move.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S8.mp3\">I've decided to interview for the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S9.mp3\">I've decided to increase my work load.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E17/sentence/E017S10.mp3\">I've decided to manage a store.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2016\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2018\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2016",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2016-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I plan to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2016-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Plan to' describes something that you would like to do in the near future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S1.mp3\">I plan to find a new apartment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S2.mp3\">I plan to relax on vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S3.mp3\">I plan to surprise my parents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S4.mp3\">I plan to wash my car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S5.mp3\">I plan to adopt a child.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S6.mp3\">I plan to impress my boss.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S7.mp3\">I plan to watch a movie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S8.mp3\">I plan to save more money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S9.mp3\">I plan to read a book.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E16/sentence/E016S10.mp3\">I plan to learn new things.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2015\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2017\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2015",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2015-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I would like to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2015-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This sentence lets someone know what you would be interested in doing. This can be a physical, mental or verbal action.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S1.mp3\">I would like to answer that question.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S2.mp3\">I would like to compete in a cooking contest.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S3.mp3\">I would like to explain myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S4.mp3\">I would like to invite you over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S5.mp3\">I would like to practice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S6.mp3\">I would like to become a doctor.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S7.mp3\">I would like to see you more often.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S8.mp3\">I would like to thank you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S9.mp3\">I would like to learn about animals.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E15/sentence/E015S10.mp3\">I would like to meet the President.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2014\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2016\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2014",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2014-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I gotta + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2014-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I gotta' is grammatically incorrect. It is more of a spoken form. If you want to say this with proper grammar, the equivalent would be, 'I have got to' or 'I've got to'. In the spoken form, 'got to' is shortened to 'gotta' and the word 'have' is dropped.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S1.mp3\">I gotta manage my money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S2.mp3\">I gotta obey the laws.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S3.mp3\">I gotta move to a bigger house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S4.mp3\">I gotta impress my boss.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S5.mp3\">I gotta brush my teeth.</a>\"</span><br><br>By adding the word 'have' you can change what you are saying to express something that needs to be done in the near future.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S6.mp3\">I have got to be on time to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S7.mp3\">I've gotta try harder at school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S8.mp3\">I've gotta tell my wife I'll be late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S9.mp3\">I've gotta learn more about the laws.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E14/sentence/E014S10.mp3\">I've gotta clean my house today.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2013\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2015\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2013",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2013-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I wanna + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2013-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'wanna' is incorrect grammatically. It is equivalent to 'want to.' When combined with the word 'I' it helps communicate something you want to do.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S1.mp3\">I wanna talk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S2.mp3\">I wanna search for a job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S3.mp3\">I wanna order some food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S4.mp3\">I wanna marry her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S5.mp3\">I wanna listen to that song.</a>\"</span><br><br>By adding the word 'don't' you can change the meaning of what you are saying to something you 'want' to do to something you 'do not' want to do.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S6.mp3\">I don't wanna talk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S7.mp3\">I don't wanna search for a job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S8.mp3\">I don't wanna marry her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S9.mp3\">I don't wanna listen to that song.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E13/sentence/E013S10.mp3\">I don't wanna order some food.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2012\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2014\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=19",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter U         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>There are multiple sounds using the letter U. The sound of \"U\" is usually created using the center portion of your mouth.<br>Many of the sounds created from the standard \"U\" sound is captured in many different sounds such as \"oo\" and the \"Y\" lesson, but the short form of \"U\" as in fun and run will be covered here.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S2.mp3\">Umbrella</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S3.mp3\">Fun</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S4.mp3\">Crumb</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S5.mp3\">It's going to rain in the afternoon, so don't forget to bring your umbrella\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S6.mp3\">It's so much more fun when the sun is out\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S19S7.mp3\">My poor little dog eats the crumbs that fall off the table\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=18\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=282",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you hired someone.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you hired someone.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you hired someone.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you hired somebody before, you know you could have hired someone great, or someone bad. If you have both experiences, you can ask if they want to hear a bad hire experience or a good hire experience. Sometimes the question will be, tell me about the time you made a bad hire. In that case, then you don't have to ask. I'll give an example of a good hire and a bad hire.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S2.mp3\">I found a resume on the Internet that was a perfect match for one of our open positions. I contacted the person and we talked for about 10 minutes. During that call, I explained why our company was a great place to work and the opportunities we offered. After a couple more calls, he agreed to come in for an interview and we made an offer. He became a great employee.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S3.mp3\">I received a resume but it didn't have all our requirements. I initially thought she wasn't a fit, but after looking over the education background and the previous work experience, I thought this person would have more potential than other candidates. After interviewing her, we extended an offer. She was a quick learner and performed at an exceptional level. Sometimes it's important to see potential and in this instance, it was a great hire.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S4.mp3\">In the last company I worked for, we had a recruiting team. They go through all resumes and submit the ones that would be a good fit for a particular team. I received a resume and after looking it over, I was quite impressed. I called him for a phone interview and after that we scheduled a full interview. He aced almost every question given to him by 5 different interviewers. We made a reasonable and fair offer. He mentioned that he was considering another company. I called him to touch bases with him and reiterated the opportunities, the great environment here, and ultimately that we all looked forward to having him join our team. I tried to make the phone call more personal and warm to show him that our group was a place to be comfortable. He joined our team and became one of our strongest performers. It took a little extra work, but it's important to take extra steps when you see someone who is going to be great.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I23/sentence/I23S5.mp3\">I had one bad experience when hiring someone. I remember I was following procedures and verifying everything I could from past experience, checking communication skills, personality, work ethic, technical skills, and some tough logic problems. We even had 4 different people interviewing this candidate. Everything looked great. But when the person started, he had a hard time understanding new concepts. I originally thought it was because he was new and had to ramp up on many things, but as months past by, this employee was still unable to work alone. He always had to ask how to do even simple tasks. I remember going through his resume and looking over his background and even thinking about where we missed this flaw in the interview. Using this same interviewing procedure, we hired many great people. But this one turned out a little sour.</a>\"</span><br><br>The first question is straight forward. This person took it one step farther by making a phone call and encouraging the candidate to join his team. But the second answer is an example of doing everything right, but seeing bad results. You can use something like this, but if you do, you must think of follow up questions such as, 'what did you do to this employee? What happened in the long run? Did you end up firing this person' But I recommend you think of a situation that you personally experienced. Then you can answer all follow up questions easily. But if you never hired anyone before, then simply say that. It shouldn't hurt unless it is for a recruiting position.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=281\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=283\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2047",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2047-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm not sure if (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2047-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I'm not sure' expresses a feeling of uncertainty or lack of confidence on a particular matter.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S1.mp3\">I am not sure if they will offer me the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S2.mp3\">I'm not sure if she'll return my call.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S3.mp3\">I'm not sure if my wife will understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S4.mp3\">I'm not sure if we will go out tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S5.mp3\">I'm not sure if I understand your question.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S6.mp3\">I am not sure if I can handle it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S7.mp3\">I am not sure if it will happen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S8.mp3\">I am not sure if it will matter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S9.mp3\">I am not sure if my mom will notice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E47/sentence/E047S10.mp3\">I am not sure if they will permit us to park there.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2046\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2048\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=561",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/561-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movie Types - Comedy and Horror         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/561-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Comedy:</b> Funny movies with many jokes or actors acting in a funny way.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S1.mp3\">I love all types of comedy because I love to laugh.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S2.mp3\">Comedy is my favorite because it is very entertaining to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S3.mp3\">I like comedy that makes fun of political things.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S4.mp3\">Comedy is so hilarious that I always enjoy watching them.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Romantic Comedy:</b> Funny movies with a strong romantic theme. Opposite to action because usually guys like action and the ladies like Romantic comedies.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S5.mp3\">Many people view romantic comedy movies as chick-flicks.</a>\"</span><br><br>Chick = girl<br>Flick = movie<br><br>Chick-Flick = a girly type of movie; a movie a girl will like; 'take your girlfriend to' type of movie... or something like that.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S6.mp3\">Romantic comedy is funny movies that involve a lot of romance.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S7.mp3\">I love all the story lines of romantic comedy movies.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Horror:</b> Scary movies that will give you nightmares for 3 months.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S8.mp3\">When I was a little kid, I couldn't sleep because of horror movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S9.mp3\">Horror movies are not scary anymore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S10.mp3\">I have yet to see a movie that really scares me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S11.mp3\">I hate horror movies because I cannot sleep.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L25/sentence/L25S12.mp3\">I always have nightmares after watching horror movies so I try to avoid them.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=560\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=562\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=116",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #17         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What does limping mean?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To crawl<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To cringe due to pain<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Walk that is unbalanced from injury or pain<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Walk that is faster than normal<br><br>2. Why was Sarah limping?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She was running late for class and was in a hurry<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She went snowboarding and had body aches<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She was looking for her contacts that fell to the ground<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She was practicing a martial arts move<br><br>3. What would happen in the past when Matt walked too fast?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He would trip and fall<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His leg would cramp<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He would start running<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He looked goofy walking fast<br><br>4. What is Sarah's impression on snowboarding?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Loves it and wants to go again<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Loves it but it is too expensive<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Not sure yet so she will try again<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Hates it and doesn't want to think about it<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbbd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Walk that is unbalanced from injury or pain<br>2. She went snowboarding and had body aches<br>3. His leg would cramp<br>4. Hates it and doesn't want to think about it         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Sarah. Why are you limping?\"<br>B: \"Oh. Hi Matt. I went snowboarding yesterday and my whole body aches.\"<br>A: \"Was it your first time?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. And I never want to go again.\"<br>A: \"I remember the first time I went. My back was sore, I couldn't sit down because it hurt my butt, and my legs would cramp if I walked too fast.\"<br>B: \"That's exactly how I feel now.\"<br>A: \"It's only like that the first couple of times.\"<br>B: \"Ha. There won't be a next time.\"<br>A: \"You gotta give it a chance. It's fun after awhile.\"<br>B: \"I'll think about it after I start feeling better. Right now, I don't even want to hear the word snowboarding.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=115\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=117\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=18",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter O         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>There are multiple sounds using the letter O. In most cases, you make this sound with the rear portion of the mouth. You start with your mouth in an open state. Your tongue should also be away from the top part of the mouth. Then you make the sound by bringing in the lips in a circular manner and the tongue moving upward and towards the front of the mouth ending right in the middle.<br><br>If you combine the \"oh\" and \"oo\" sound, you have the sound of the letter \"O\". Along with these sounds, it is common to use \"O\" with other vowels such as \"OU\" as in Hour. We will see examples for all these types below.<br><br>Let's first take a look at the \"oh\" sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S2.mp3\">Boat</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S3.mp3\">Older</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S4.mp3\">Mold</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S5.mp3\">He bought a nice big <u>boat</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S6.mp3\">My parents object to my girlfriend because she is much <u>older</u> than I am\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S7.mp3\">The <u>mold</u> in the walls is a major cause for concern</a></span><br><br>Here are some examples of the \"oo\" sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S8.mp3\">True</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S9.mp3\">Blue</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S10.mp3\">Flu</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S11.mp3\">The examination was in the standard <u>true</u> and false question format\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S12.mp3\">My favorite color is <u>blue</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S13.mp3\">I got the <u>flu</u> this year because I didn't take the <u>flu</u> shot\"</a></span><br><br>Two variations of the \"O\" sound is when it is combined with a different vowel. Let's take a look at them both.<br><br>The first one is when you combine \"O\" and \"U\". It starts with the \"ah\" sound and ends with the \"oo\" sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S14.mp3\">Hour</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S15.mp3\">Sour</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S16.mp3\">Coward</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S17.mp3\">South</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S18.mp3\">How many <u>hours</u> are you going to study for?\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S19.mp3\">The lemon was too <u>sour</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S20.mp3\">He was such a <u>coward</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S21.mp3\">Ducks fly <u>south</u> for the winter\"</a></span><br><br>The second variation of \"O\" is when you combine the letters \"o\" and \"i\" together.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S22.mp3\">Oil</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S23.mp3\">Boy</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S24.mp3\">Troy</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S25.mp3\">The tanker spilled <u>oil</u> that ultimately <u>spoiled</u> the water\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S26.mp3\">The little <u>boy</u> wanted to be a <u>cowboy</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S18S27.mp3\">The story of <u>Troy</u> is quite interesting\"</a></span> |<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=17\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=19\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=458",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/458-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Internet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/458-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>I'm not going to explain all the specifics about the Internet here. The goal of this lesson is not to give a computer lesson, but to learn English related to using the computer. I will show some sentences that are commonly used for the Internet.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S1.mp3\">What is the URL of that site again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S2.mp3\">What is the address to the English site you are studying?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S3.mp3\">What is the best search engine?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S4.mp3\">Where can I find information on marriage law?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S5.mp3\">If you go to greatsite.com, you will find all the information I just told you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S6.mp3\">If you need more information on cooking, go to cooking.com.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S7.mp3\">I purchased all the computers from Dell.com. We should have them by the end of the week.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S8.mp3\">Do you have a company website?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S9.mp3\">Is there a website where I can learn more about your services?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S10.mp3\">Do you have a website where I can review the different products you are offering?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S11.mp3\">I HATE POP-UPS!</a>\"</span><br> <br>I really do. I hate pop-up ads with a passion. If it was up to me, I would shut down all companies that produce pop up ads. For now, we have to live with them.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S12.mp3\">Can I install something that stops pop-up ads?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S13.mp3\">What tools are available to block pop-up ads?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S14.mp3\">I think I misspelled the web address. Can you spell it out for me?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B17/sentence/B17S15.mp3\">I'm getting a page not found error. I think the web site is down.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=457\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=459\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=281",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you fired someone.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you fired someone.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you fired someone.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Firing someone is a difficult task. Usually you will not be asked this question unless it is for a management position. You should emphasize a couple of key things when you answer this question. First, you should be very professional about firing someone. Second, you should mention the procedures you took so the action of firing is justified. I'll give an example for someone who has never fired someone and an example for having fired someone.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S2.mp3\">In my last position, I had four people reporting to me. One of my direct reports failed to show up on time, complete assignments, and really didn't care about the work. I tried to encourage the employee, assign different types of work to him, and even sat down and showed him how to do things. After 2 months of trying, I had to let him go.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S3.mp3\">Our company was down sizing and I had to let two people go. It's easier when a person does a terrible job, but if everyone is doing there job, it's more difficult. I had to select the bottom two performers and explained why they were being let go.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S4.mp3\">During my second year as a manager, I had to fire one of my directs. I can't say it was a difficult task because not only did he not do his job well, he didn't want to try. Initially, we put him on probation monitoring his work, we tried to give him different types of work that he might do better at, and we even assigned a mentor to him. However, even through all this, he was a weak performer. I consulted with other management members and we all agreed it was best for the company to let him go. I got together with an HR representative and told him that he no longer has a job here. He wasn't surprised at all. He just picked up his things and left.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I22/sentence/I22S5.mp3\">I've never had to fire somebody yet. I believe that a manager should mentor and lead all team members to be a solid performer. But I know that there are some people who can't or won't perform despite management's best effort. So in that case, I would have to let someone go in a professional manner following the procedures set by the company.</a>\"</span><br><br>Both of these are good answers. They mention that a manager should take actions to make the worker better, but sometimes turning something bad to something good is impossible, so the only action is to fire someone. The person with experience outlines the steps taken. For example, the probation, assigning different work, providing a mentor, etc. Then in the end he was fired. The second example shows despite experience, that he or she would fire someone in a professional manner following procedure.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=280\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=282\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2046",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2046-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Can I get + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2046-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The phrase 'Can I get' can be used in a couple different ways. You can use it to ask a question.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S1.mp3\">Can I get a cup of water?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S2.mp3\">Can I get a dog?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S3.mp3\">Can I get lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S4.mp3\">Can I get sugar in my coffee?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S5.mp3\">Can I get popcorn at the movie?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also use it when offering to help someone or do something for them.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S6.mp3\">Can I get you another drink?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S7.mp3\">Can I help you move that?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S8.mp3\">Can I recommend a good place to eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S9.mp3\">Can I take you home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E46/sentence/E046S10.mp3\">Can I help you finish your project?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2045\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2047\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=560",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/560-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movies Types - Action and Drama         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/560-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In the next three movie sections, we are going to learn about different movie types. Afterwards, we will cover having discussions about movies that you recently saw. But for now, let's work on movie types.<br><br>There are many different types of movies. You probably know them all in your language, but let's learn what they are in English. Also, we will learn how to say a couple of sentences related to a movie type. If you disagree with a sentence, feel free to change some words around so they fit what you want to say.<br><br>Although there are many categories, we will learn the most basic 10 types of movies.<br><br>Action<br>Drama<br>Comedy<br>Romantic comedy<br>Horror<br>Science fiction<br>Suspense (Thriller)<br>Western<br>Commentary / Non-Fiction<br><br><b>Action:</b> Movies with lots of fighting, shooting, exploding, etc.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S1.mp3\">What kind of movie do you like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S2.mp3\">I like action movies because they are fast paced.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S3.mp3\">Action movies are my favorite.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S4.mp3\">I like all the action movies with a lot of guns.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S5.mp3\">I like fight scenes that are choreographed.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Drama:</b> Everyone knows drama. Like Titanic and Schindler's List<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S6.mp3\">What type of movies do you like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S7.mp3\">I like all sorts of drama.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S8.mp3\">I like movies that play with my emotion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S9.mp3\">Drama movies are great because they are the most realistic.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L24/sentence/L24S10.mp3\">The sad drama movies that make me cry.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=559\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=561\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=115",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #16         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Who are these two people talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A mutual friend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Person A<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> One person's father<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> One person's brother<br><br>2. Why is that person always feeling weak?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He is sick with a virus<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He didn't take care of himself when he was young<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He got food poisoning<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He never exercised<br><br>3. How long has it been since one person met his friend's father?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 3 months<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 9 months<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 2 years<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 5 years<br><br>4. What did the doctor say about the father's condition?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He has cancer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He has a fever but will get better<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> His depression is making him tired<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Couldn't find anything specific<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbdd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. One person's father<br>2. He didn't take care of himself when he was young<br>3. 5 years<br>4. Couldn't find anything specific         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"I haven't seen your father in like 5 years. How is he doing?\"<br>B: \"He's not doing too well.\"<br>A: \"Why? What's wrong?\"<br>B: \"About a year ago, he started feeling weak all the time.\"<br>A: \"Is it due to old age or is he sick.\"<br>B: \"Maybe a little of both. The doctor's can't point out anything specifically. I think it is because he didn't take care of himself during his youth.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. It's important to take care of your health early in life.\"<br>B: \"That's what my father tells me almost everyday.\"<br>A: \"Well, I hope he starts feeling better. Say hi to him for me.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. I'll let him know.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=114\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=116\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=17",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter I         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>There are two sounds using the letter I. The short of way saying \"I\" is very similar to the ee sound such as pin and win. The long sound is like the letter \"I\" that is actually considered a multi-vowel sound with A and I together such as pie and fry.<br><br>Let's first take a look at the short \"I\" sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S2.mp3\">Swim</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S3.mp3\">Primrose</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S4.mp3\">Trim</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S5.mp3\">Fish</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S6.mp3\">Do you know how to <u>swim</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S7.mp3\">How to grow <u>primroses</u> <u>in</u> your garden\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S8.mp3\">You need to <u>trim</u> off the fat\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S9.mp3\">The <u>fin</u> was small <u>in</u> comparison to the size of the <u>fish</u>\"</a></span><br><br>The long \"I\" sound is a combination of \"A\" and \"I\" together. The sound starts with ah and ends with ee as in \"I\"<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S10.mp3\">Aisle</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S11.mp3\">Try</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S12.mp3\">Comply</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S13.mp3\">Who is going to walk you down the <u>aisle</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S14.mp3\">Don't <u>try</u> so hard or you'll burn out before finishing\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S17S15.mp3\">You should <u>comply</u> with all the rules and regulations\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=16\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=18\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=457",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/457-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Software         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/457-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Different companies use different software programs. For example, a tax firm might use a program for tax purposes, and an insurance company will use their own software for inputting data to retrieve quotes for customers. You might not have the software or it might be broken. I'll have some example sentences for these situations.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S1.mp3\">What software do you use here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S2.mp3\">What kind of application do you use to keep track of all these records?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S3.mp3\">Martha told me about TaxIt. When can I get a copy?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S4.mp3\">Is there a manual how to use this program?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S5.mp3\">How do you use this?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S6.mp3\">TaxIt won't open any more. I think it's broken.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S7.mp3\">I can't get TaxIt to work. Can someone help me with this?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S8.mp3\">Microsoft Office applications do everything we need. That's all we use here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S9.mp3\">What version of Office do you use here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S10.mp3\">What software do you use for word processing?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S11.mp3\">All the documents are saved using MSWord. Do you have Word or another application that will be able to read the information?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S12.mp3\">We use a different word processing application. Can you save as a text file?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B16/sentence/B16S13.mp3\">I can't open the file that you gave me. What version of Word are you using?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=456\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=458\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=280",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I21/sentence/I21S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you made a poor decision.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you made a poor decision.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I21/sentence/I21S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you made a poor decision.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is similar to the mistake question. So first, let's think about what lesson we want to learn. A common mistake is when people make assumptions. I'll give an example where a poor decision was made due to making a bad assumption. The answer will also include what was learned and how the poor decision was used as a tool to become a better worker.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I21/sentence/I21S2.mp3\">When I was doing an audit for a small company, there was a problem with one of the accounts. I tried to contact the company to ask questions, but they were not there. I made the decision to keep looking for the answer. Four hours later, they returned my call and I realized it was a simple typo. I wasted 4 hours of my day. In this case, I was too sensitive about detail. So I learned how not to be so detailed and picky.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I21/sentence/I21S3.mp3\">In my first month working at Tiffany's selling jewelry, I made a poor decision by making an assumption. A person buying an engagement diamond wanted to see some rings. It's not polite to immediately ask for a price range, so I showed the person a variety of rings. He pointed to a ring that was about twelve thousand dollars. The diamond ring he pointed to was one of the more expensive ones I showed him. Eager to sell him the ring, I explained the quality of the ring, explained our satisfaction guarantee policy to him, and made sure he was comfortable with making a purchase at Tiffany's. He bought the ring, and I thought I made a great sell. However, it turns out that on my day off, he came in and exchanged the ring for one that was twenty five thousand dollars. It was one of the rings that I didn't show him. So basically, I made a bad decision on selling him what he first pointed out instead of showing him more options. I assumed that the initial ring he selected was the price range he was looking for. I never made that mistake again and I learned that I shouldn't assume so much.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is geared towards sales, but like I said earlier, make sure to clearly explain the situation, identify the decisions, explain why it was a bad decision, and most importantly what you learned by making a poor decision.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=279\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=281\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=559",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Movies - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I hear Batman is supposed to be good. Do you want to go see it tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"I have to eat dinner with my family tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"We can watch the late show. I think it starts at nine forty five.\"<br>B: \"That would be great.\"<br>A: \"What time can you be at the theater by?\"<br>B: \"I can be there by 9:15.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll meet you there.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you doing tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Nothing really.\"<br>A: \"Let's watch a movie or something.\"<br>B: \"What's on these days?\"<br>A: \"I think they're playing Lord of the Rings\"<br>B: \"That sounds pretty good. Let's watch that.\"<br>A: \"Where should we meet?\"<br>B: \"How about at the subway entrance.\"<br>A: \"Alright. I'll meet you there at one o'clock.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Steve, what are you doing these days?\"<br>B: \"Just working. The same as usual.\"<br>A: \"Have you seen Shiri?\"<br>B: \"No. I haven't seen that yet.\"<br>A: \"Let's go watch it tomorrow. It's a weekend and you should take a break.\"<br>B: \"Well, to think of it, that sounds great.\"<br>A: \"I'll give you a call tomorrow about noon and let you know the time.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll see you tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"See you.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What should we do this Saturday?\"<br>B: \"Rocky six is suppose to come out this Friday.\"<br>A: \"Yeah, but I don't know if it is going to be any good.\"<br>B: \"The only reason I want to see it is because I have seen the previous five.\"<br>A: \"True. Ok. Let's see it this Saturday.\"<br>B: \"How about we hook up for lunch at 12:00, and then go see the movie afterwards.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like a plan. Let's meet in front of Tower Records at 12:00.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=558\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=560\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2045",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2045-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Can I + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2045-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When ending a sentence with a question mark (?) you are asking the person or people you are talking to a question for which you would like an answer. Here you are asking permission to do a particular action.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S1.mp3\">Can I answer your question?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S2.mp3\">Can I attend the event?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S3.mp3\">Can I move to another spot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S4.mp3\">Can I call you tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S5.mp3\">Can I complete this later?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S6.mp3\">Can I explain myself?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S7.mp3\">Can I help you with your homework?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S8.mp3\">Can I include you in our plans?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S9.mp3\">Can I introduce you to my co-workers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E45/sentence/E045S10.mp3\">Can I inform you of some bad news?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2044\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2046\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=114",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #15         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L71/practice/L71P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. There are several topics in this short discussion, what is the main topic?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Exercising<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Eating<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sleeping<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Health<br><br>2. How many hours is one person recommending to sleep?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 7 hours<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 8 hours<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 10 hours<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 12 hours<br><br>3. Why did mike start exercising?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To burn off fat<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A girl he likes joined the local gym<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because he was bored<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To improve his health<br><br>4. When you get old, Mike recommends that you want to be what?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Handsome and tall<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Smart and successful<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Healthy and active<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Rich and independent<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbdc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Health<br>2. 8 hours<br>3. To improve his health<br>4. Healthy and active         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi Mike. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"Not much. I started exercising.\"<br>A: \"Trying to get in shape?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, and I need to start improving my health.\"<br>A: \"Me too. What are you doing besides exercising?\"<br>B: \"That's about all.\"<br>A: \"I think if you eat better, it will help tremendously.\"<br>B: \"Sleep is good too. I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems.\"<br>A: \"Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy.\"<br>B: \"True. But I think it is worth it. When you get old, you want to be healthy and active.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=113\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=115\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=16",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the various sounds of the letter E         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>There are three common sounds using the letter E. The ee sound is used with the front part of the mouth, the eh sound is used with the middle portion of the mouth, and the er sound is used with the rear portion of the mouth.<br><br>Here are some words that come from the front of the mouth using the sound ee.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S2.mp3\">Meat</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S3.mp3\">Week</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S4.mp3\">Beat</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S5.mp3\">I like my <u>meat</u> fully cooked\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S6.mp3\">What day of the <u>week</u> is it\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S7.mp3\">If you <u>beat</u> me tonight, I'll buy you dinner\"</a></span><br><br>An example of sounds coming from the middle portion of the mouth is seen through eh.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S8.mp3\">Bet</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S9.mp3\">Bread</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S10.mp3\">Fed</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S11.mp3\">I will <u>bet</u> you that I will not lose tonight\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S12.mp3\">We need to go to the grocery store to buy some <u>bread</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S13.mp3\">I am so <u>fed</u> up with him\"</a></span><br><br>For sounds that come from the back part of the mouth, we can look at the sound er.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S14.mp3\">Earth</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S15.mp3\">Purr</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S16.mp3\">After</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S17.mp3\">The <u>earth</u> moves at a constant speed\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S18.mp3\">The <u>purr</u> of the cat was all anyone could hear\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S16S19.mp3\">I will go home <u>after</u> <u>dinner</u>\"</a></span><br><br>Like most vowels, the sound of E varies according to which consonant is next to it. The R sound uses the middle to back portion of the mouth so combining the letter E with R makes it so you use the back portion of the mouth.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=15\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=17\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=456",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/456-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hard Drive         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/456-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S1.mp3\">I have all the information saved on my hard drive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S2.mp3\">I finished the presentation preparation and I saved it on my hard drive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S3.mp3\">I have the documents you are looking for saved on my computer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S4.mp3\">I have the information on my computer. Do you want me to put it on a floppy disk for you?</a>\"</span><br><br>When you say something like, 'saved on my computer', it is understood that you are referring to the hard drive, so in this situation, you can use the two words interchangeably.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S5.mp3\">I'm running out of room on my hard drive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S6.mp3\">I need a bigger hard drive.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B14/sentence/B14S7.mp3\">I have the information on my computer, but I think I will need to prepare hard copies for the meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br>Hard copy refers to something that is tangible. For example, a hard copy of a report is a printed out version on paper. A soft copy is the file stored on the computer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=455\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=457\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=279",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I20/sentence/I20S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you made a good decision.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you made a good decision.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I20/sentence/I20S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you made a good decision.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I20/sentence/I20S2.mp3\">Tell me about a time you found a solution to a problem.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a little easier than thinking about a mistake. You should make sure to include why it was a good decision and the result should be obviously meaningful. I also want to use this as an example of answering multiple questions. I would use this same answer for either of the two questions above. It was a good decision, and I fond a solution to a problem. Preparing for every interview question in the world will be too much work. Think of key experiences and apply them to multiple answers. In the case where it is the same interviewer, then you might be forced to think of a new answer. So it might be good to think of couple of answers.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I20/sentence/I20S3.mp3\">During my last project, we ran into a difficult problem. This was high priority so everyone was instructed to find a solution. I started looking for more information on the Internet, I even talked to a different manager on a different team. This helped tremendously and our problem was solved. I made a decision to use every resource I could find, and in the end, it solved the problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I20/sentence/I20S4.mp3\">In my last position at Microsoft, there was a time period where our group was going to slip reaching our milestone by one day. This was because the day before exiting the third milestone, we found a problem in the program. Since we created a new build with all bug fixes each morning, we had two choices. We could either fix the problem and verify the program the next day after we build again, or we could postpone the problem and fix it in the next milestone. Both options didn't sound very appealing. I suggested fixing the program now, and perform another build to verify the fix instead of waiting for tomorrow. Many times people are used to following a process, but in this case, I challenged the process of building in the morning and requested another build to verify the last bug fix. In the end, we were able to complete milestone 3 on time and fixed the important problem. This was significant because if we didn't exit milestone 3, then everyone waiting to start work on the next milestone would have to wait another day. In essence, this saved a days work for more than 30 people.</a>\"</span><br><br>For this example, I was careful not to use too many technical jargons that might not be understood. I also explained the situation carefully and explained why the decision was a good one. Remember that some of these answers will not work for you. In this case, if you never worked at Microsoft and never experienced this, just follow the steps of stating the problem, explaining the choices, why you made the decision, and finally why it was a good decision.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=278\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=280\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=558",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/558-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movies - Example Conversation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/558-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Let's look at a couple of example conversations before going to the practice section.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S1.mp3\">Hey John, I'm going to see The Matrix with Peter and Brad. Do you wanna come?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S2.mp3\">When are you guys going?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S3.mp3\">We're going to see the eight O'clock showing.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S4.mp3\">That would be great. Where are you guys meeting?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S5.mp3\">We're meeting at the theater at seven thirty.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S6.mp3\">Great. I'll meet you guys there.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S7.mp3\">Hey Jill.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S8.mp3\">What's up Mike?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S9.mp3\">I was wondering if you have any plans for tomorrow night.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S10.mp3\">Umm... I don't think I have anything special for tomorrow. Why?</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S11.mp3\">Do you want to see The Titanic with me?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S12.mp3\">I wanted to see that. Yeah. Let's go.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S13.mp3\">What time is good for you?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S14.mp3\">How about seven thirty.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S15.mp3\">Sure. I'll meet you at the theater at seven.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=557\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=559\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </a></span></div><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/sentence/L23S15.mp3\">         </a>"
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2044",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2044-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Thank you for         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2044-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Saying 'thank you' is telling someone you appreciate what they have done. This can either be something they did for you or for someone else.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S1.mp3\">Thank you for inviting me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S2.mp3\">Thank you for helping me move.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S3.mp3\">Thank you for informing me about the job opening.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S4.mp3\">Thank you for mailing that package for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S5.mp3\">Thank you for working so hard.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S6.mp3\">Thank you for stopping by to visit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S7.mp3\">Thank you for replying to my email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S8.mp3\">Thank you for providing me with the answers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S9.mp3\">Thank you for heating up dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E44/sentence/E044S10.mp3\">Thank you for hurrying to get here.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2043\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2045\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=113",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P4.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #14         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L47/practice/L47P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What university class are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Biology<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Chemistry<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> History<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Geography<br><br>2. How did the student describe the professor?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Smart and fun<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Easy and boring<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Demanding but an easy grader<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Easy but a hard grader <br><br>3. How did one student get an A- grade but all his scores were lower than that?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The professor liked the student<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The professor graded on a curve<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The student did extra assignments<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The student talked to the professor<br><br>4. How did one student feel after hearing about the professor from the other student?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The student felt worried<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The student felt relieved <br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The student felt like crying<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The student felt angry<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccbb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. History<br>2. Demanding but an easy grader<br>3. The professor graded on a curve<br>4. The student felt relieved         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Did you ever take History 231?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Last semester.\"<br>A: \"Who was the professor?\"<br>B: \"It was Professor Johnson.\"<br>A: \"I have him this semester. What do you think about him?\"<br>B: \"He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot, but fortunately, he's an easy grader.\"<br>A: \"What did you end up getting?\"<br>B: \"I got an A-. Sounds good, but none of my test scores were that high, so I don't know how I got a decent grade.\"<br>A: \"That's probably because he grades on a curve.\"<br>B: \"Are you enjoying the class so far?\"<br>A: \"I hate it and I was about to withdrawal. But after hearing your experience, I think I will tough it out.\"<br>B: \"Yes. Definitely stay in the class. You will get a better grade than your test scores. He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for letting me know. I feel relieved now.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=112\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=114\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=15",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the various sounds of the letter A         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>There are multiple sounds using the letter A. The difference is where the sound is created within the mouth. There are sharp sounds, regular sounds, and hollow sounds. In order to pronounce the various sounds of A correctly, we should look at the differences and practice them separately.<br><br>First, the sound of A that comes from the front of the mouth are the opposite of hollow sounds so I will call them sharp sounds (although the A sound is not really sharp).<br><br>Here are some words that come from the front of the mouth.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S2.mp3\">Bat</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S3.mp3\">Base</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S4.mp3\">Ate</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S5.mp3\">Great</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S6.mp3\">Fake</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S7.mp3\">The <u>batter</u> at <u>bat</u> was known to be a good slugger\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S8.mp3\">He was running the <u>bases</u> so slow that he was thrown out at second\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S9.mp3\">The little boy <u>ate</u> the whole pizza\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S10.mp3\">He was a <u>great</u> man\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S11.mp3\">It was hard to tell which one was real and which one was <u>fake</u>\"</a></span><br><br>\"A\" Sounds that come from the center of the mouth are a little different. Pay close attention to the different sounds from the audio files and copy after what you hear.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S12.mp3\">Zebra</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S13.mp3\">Farmer</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S14.mp3\">Barn</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S15.mp3\">Water</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S16.mp3\">The constant kicking of the <u>zebra</u> made the tiger give up the attack\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S17.mp3\">The <u>farmer</u> was tired from <u>harvesting</u> crops all day long\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S18.mp3\">The <u>barn</u> was filled with animals\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S19.mp3\">Clean <u>water</u> is not <u>available</u> in all countries\"</a></span><br><br>Finally, the \"A\" sound that is hollow and deep comes from the rear of the mouth. You should put focus on creating the sound in the back of the mouth.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S20.mp3\">Clock</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S21.mp3\">Fall</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S22.mp3\">Mall</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S23.mp3\">Raw</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S24.mp3\">The <u>clock</u> wasn't moving because the batteries were dead\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S25.mp3\"><u>Fall</u> is a busy shopping period for the Christmas season so the <u>malls</u> are usually packed\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S26.mp3\"><u>Raw</u> fish is very popular in Japan\"</a></span><br><br>Review: Hear the difference between using the front, middle, and rear part of the mouth.<br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S27.mp3\">Ah (front)</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S28.mp3\">Ah (middle)</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S15S29.mp3\">Ah (Rear)</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=14\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=16\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Removable Disk         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/455-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you save data, there are several ways to save it. There is the standard removable disk, saving to the hard drive, and saving to a network share.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S1.mp3\">Does anybody have an extra floppy disk?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S2.mp3\">I ran out of floppy disks. Where can I get more?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S3.mp3\">I think we need to order more floppy disks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S4.mp3\">I saved it on a floppy disk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S5.mp3\">I have all the information on my USB drive.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S6.mp3\">Can you save the document on a disk and give it to me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S7.mp3\">Save the information on a disk and give it to Jack.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S8.mp3\">I'll have all the information on a disk and bring it to the meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br>Standard floppy disks only hold 1.44 MB of information. There are times when the disk is not big enough. Here are ways to express this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S9.mp3\">All the information doesn't fit on one disk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S10.mp3\">The file is too large to fit on a disk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S11.mp3\">Do you have a different storage device that can hold more information?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B13/sentence/B13S12.mp3\">Can you order a 128 MB removable storage device for me? I always need to move files that a regular floppy disk cannot hold.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=454\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=456\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I19/sentence/I19S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you made a mistake.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about Q's... / Tell me about a time you made a mistake.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>'Tell me about...'</b> type of questions are very popular. It is more effective because it is asking for an answer that comes from experience. If you don't have a particular experience in one of the questions below, make one up. You should prepare ahead of time because you don't want to make up a story during the interview. It will be too hard to sound believable. Finally, you should know that some questions will not be asked to certain job types. For example, if you are not in a management position, you probably won't be asked how you saved the company money. Or if you are not in sales, you won't be asked about making a great sale.<br><br>These types of answers are usually long because it is explaining an experience. If you want the interviewer to understand the significance of your story, they will need to understand it. So all my examples will be a little longer than regular interview questions. Finally, a lot of these are my own experiences. I encourage you to think back to your experience and create one. I'm providing my answers so you can see the structure and learn from my answers.<br><br><b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I19/sentence/I19S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you made a mistake.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The best answer for this question involves learning something from a mistake. If you are having difficulty thinking about a mistake you made that will be an effective answer, try to think of a lesson you learned that improved a good trait. Making a mistake is not good, but since you have to tell them something, you should tell them something that makes you look good. For an example, let's create a scenario where you learned how to be someone who anticipates problems.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I19/sentence/I19S2.mp3\">I was given a project to complete in a week. I understood the project, but I misinterpreted one section. After completing the project, I was told by my manager that it was done incorrectly. I really made a mistake by assuming incorrectly in one of the sections instead of asking for clarification. I learned not to assume through the mistake I made.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I19/sentence/I19S3.mp3\">I had a project I was working on, and while I was in the middle of typing up my documentation, my computer started acting weird. It froze for a while and so I rebooted. After 10 minutes, the computer showed a blue screen saying that there were problems and recommended that I reboot the computer again. After another reboot, everything appeared to be ok. I continued my work and finished for the day. I spent two days on this assignment and when I went to retrieve my data the next day to double check my work, my computer wouldn't start up. A technician came and found that my hard drive malfunctioned. I lost all the data and lost two days of work. I was disappointed and thought I would never trust a computer again, but there was a great lesson to be learned. I had a couple of warnings and I ignored them. From then on, I practiced being someone who can anticipate problems. I now think of potential problems ahead of time and pay attention to details along the way. If I applied this sooner, I would have saved the data on another computer and I wouldn't have lost a couple days of work. But I can't say I regret making the mistake because it made me someone who can anticipate problems better.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a minor mistake, and you can say it is really the computer's fault. But this is a good example because I wasn't really at fault. The computer was. But this example is wording it so it looks like the person's fault and it explains how a great lesson was learned. In the end, this candidate became a better person through this mistake. Learning from a mistake is probably the key point here, and this example demonstrates that.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=277\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=279\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movies - Asking Friend         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/557-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this section we will work on the planning aspect of watching a movie. In other Movie sections, we will cover discussing a movie, types of movies, etc.<br><br>Since this is the first Movie section, let me take a quick minute to explain how to find out movie times and how to pay for tickets in America. It's very similar and simple.<br><br>First, you need to find out what time a show is playing. In most cases, this is done by checking the internet. Usually, you type in the zip code and all the theaters in that area will display all the movies and movie times for that week. After you have chosen the movie to see, you need to buy the ticket. There are some places you can buy on-line, but it isn't that popular yet. You can go to the theater before the movie starts and buy it at the theater. The only thing you need to know how to say is the movie name and the movie time. Here is a quick example. Let's say you are watching the Titanic at 3:00. You walk up to the counter and say, 'Titanic. Three o'clock.' Wasn't that easy? Finally, big block buster movies usually sell out of tickets very quickly. So if you want to see it on opening day, it is wise to go to the theater right when it opens and buy the tickets in advance.<br><br>Before you watch a movie, you need to plan ahead with friends. Either you are asking a friend to watch a movie, or you are answering. In either case, we will cover it here.<br><br>The following questions and statements are used when asking a friend to watch a movie.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S1.mp3\">Hey John, do you want to (wanna) go see a movie tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S2.mp3\">I'm going to watch Terminator 2. Do you wanna join?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S3.mp3\">Let's go see The Matrix tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S4.mp3\">What time should we meet at the theater?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S5.mp3\">Let's watch a movie after dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S6.mp3\">The Titanic is coming out this Friday. Let's go see it.</a>\"</span><br><br>If there are not enough details, a response can be in a question form. Here are a couple of examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S7.mp3\">Who is all going?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S8.mp3\">Who are you watching it with?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S9.mp3\">Where are you watching it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S10.mp3\">What time are you watching the movie?</a>\"</span><br><br>Normal answers:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S11.mp3\">That sounds great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S12.mp3\">I always wanted to see that. Let's go.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S13.mp3\">Let's meet at the theater at four o'clock.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S14.mp3\">Sure. Do you wanna eat lunch together before the movie?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S15.mp3\">I've already seen that movie. What else is playing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S16.mp3\">I can't. I have to work that night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S17.mp3\">That movie sounds scary. I don't like horror movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L22/sentence/L22S18.mp3\">I really don't like the actors. I'm going to pass.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=549\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=558\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2043-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Let me + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2043-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Let me' is suggesting that you are asking for permission or an opportunity to do something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S1.mp3\">Let me make my own decisions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S2.mp3\">Let me offer to help you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S3.mp3\">Let me open the door for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S4.mp3\">Let me pause and think about what we are doing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S5.mp3\">Let me welcome you to the neighborhood.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S6.mp3\">Let me save you the trouble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S7.mp3\">Let me make a suggestion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S8.mp3\">Let me try and fix your car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S9.mp3\">Let me taste the soup before you add more spices.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E43/sentence/E043S10.mp3\">Let me treat you to some ice cream.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2042\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2044\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=112",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P4.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #13         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L40/practice/L40P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What topic are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Weather and rain<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Shopping at the mall<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Comedy movies at the theater<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sports and activities<br><br>2. If they get bored at the mall, what will they do?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Watch a movie<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Buy a game to play<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go home and watch TV<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to the gym<br><br>3. What word is used to describe the weather?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Amazing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Depressing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Great<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Terrible<br><br>4. What was mentioned in the weather report?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It will stop raining in three days<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It will stop raining in eight days<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It will stop raining on Friday<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> I will be sunny over the weekend<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aadb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Weather and rain<br>2. Watch a movie<br>3. Terrible<br>4. It will stop raining in eight days         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"The weather is terrible.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.\"<br>A: \"I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.\"<br>B: \"Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?\"<br>A: \"I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.\"<br>B: \"That sucks so much. What are we going to do?\"<br>A: \"I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain.\"<br>B: \"I'm with you. What do you have in mind?\"<br>A: \"I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. They have a movie theatre there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll stop by your place now.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=111\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=113\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=14",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the sound SH         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: To create the SH sound you should make your mouth in a small position. Bring the top and bottom teeth close together without having them touch. Also, curve the tongue so the middle portion of the tongue is elevated slightly.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S2.mp3\">Shape</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S3.mp3\">Hash brown</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S4.mp3\">Hush</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S5.mp3\">The <u>shape</u> of that <u>shoe</u> was very unique\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S6.mp3\"><u>Hash browns</u> are my favorite breakfast item\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S14S7.mp3\"><u>Hush!</u> The <u>show</u> is about to start\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=13\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=15\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=454",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Late for Work - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Jack. Can I see you in my office?\"<br>B: \"Sure.\"<br>A: \"You have been late 3 times in the last 2 weeks. Is this going to be a continual problem?\"<br>B: \"I'm so sorry. I really got unlucky this morning.\"<br>A: \"Being late once in a while is based on luck. If you are late frequently, it shows that you are irresponsible. How are you going to fix it?\"<br>B: \"Last week, I had a lot of personal problems. I took care of all those problems and I don't have any excuse to be late anymore. I planned on coming in to the office early today, but there was an accident that held up traffic.\"<br>A: \"You better start anticipating all problems because I'm not going to tolerate your tardiness any longer. Is that clear?\"<br>B: \"Perfectly clear. I will not be late again.\"<br>A: \"That's all.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Martha, is there anything urgent that needs to be done today?\"<br>B: \"No. I don't believe so. Why?\"<br>A: \"I have a terrible headache and I was wondering if it would be ok if I could leave a little early today.\"<br>B: \"I don't see why not. You can make up the time later in the week.\"<br>A: \"That's what I was thinking too. But as for today, I don't think I can be productive.\"<br>B: \"It's already two o'clock now. What time were you going to leave?\"<br>A: \"I'm just going to wrap up and leave pretty soon. Probably in about thirty minutes.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Get some rest. If you are sick tomorrow, give me a call.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Thanks. I'll see you tomorrow.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/practice/B12P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Martha. This is Jack. I think I caught a flu or something. I feel worse than yesterday.\"<br>B: \"You better stay home today then.\"<br>A: \"I think that will be best. I'll log my sick day tomorrow when I get in.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Just get some rest. We have everything covered here so don't worry.\"<br>A: \"Ok. Just in case something happens, you can call me at home. I'll be here all day.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Thanks for calling. I'll see you when you get better.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Thanks. Bye.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=453\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=455\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=277",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why should I hire you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why should I hire you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S1.mp3\">Why should I hire you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I don't know if this is a common question, but I heard many people use this question. In all the interviews I've been through, I never received this question, nor did I ask this question in any interviews I gave. But, there are a lot of people asking this question, so preparing for it is a must. To answer this question, you need to know exactly what they are looking for. With this information, tie it in with your strong traits. This will verify that you are completely qualified for the job. Second and more importantly, you need to stand out more than the other people interviewing for this position. I will give two examples for the long answers, one for a person with a lot of experience, and the other for a recent college graduate.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S2.mp3\">I'm a perfect fit for this position. I have the experience and the traits you are looking for. On top of that, I'm a great team player that gets a long with everyone.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S3.mp3\">I should be hired because I'm efficient, smart, and friendly. I'm great at solving problems and love challenges. Most importantly, I'm dependable and reliable.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S4.mp3\">There are two reasons I should be hired. First, my qualifications match your needs perfectly. Second, I'm excited and passionate about this industry and will always give 100%.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S5.mp3\">You should hire me because I'm confident and I'll do the best job. I have a proven track record of success starting from high school until now. I'm responsible and smart.<br>This position requires someone that will work well without supervision. I know how to manage my time and organize my work well. So, I'm confident I'll be the best candidate for this position.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S6.mp3\">This position is for a quality assurance manager, I'm confident I'm the best person for this job because of my past experience. At ABC Software Company, I was in charge of a team that was responsible for the quality of three different applications. I have intimate knowledge of quality assurance, product support, and even some creative processes that will benefit a quality assurance team. I've built a team from scratch and fully understand the product development cycle. Finally, one of my traits is in developing and mentoring junior employees. I believe in transferring knowledge to everyone in the company and investing a little more effort into the people who work for me. So I strongly believe that I'll be the best candidate due to the combination of my experience, my managerial skills, and my desire to provide growth in employees.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I18/sentence/I18S7.mp3\">The reason I applied for this position is because the qualifications matched my strengths perfectly. I'm good at juggling multiple tasks, I'm very detail oriented, and I organize my time very efficiently. But the truth is that many people have these traits. But if I were in your position, I would hire myself because of the passion I have for this industry, and my optimistic personality. My education background and my strengths show that I can do this job. But I want to make more of an impact than just doing my job. I don't want to blend in with the company, I would rather want my addition to improve it.</a>\"</span><br><br>The first answer is using experience and skills to convince the interviewer to hire him or her. In addition to talking about past experiences, this example also emphasizes the strong ability to mentor people. The second example is more on the personal level and definitely more creative. Everyone one will claim to have all the good traits. So this candidate says it by saying, \"... the truth is that many people have these traits.\" On top of these traits, this candidate is including passion and excitement. This is very important during interviews. Finally, the last sentence is a good line that the interviewer will remember. It is creative and bold.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=276\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=278\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=549",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Small Talk - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Paul. What are you doing here?\"<br>B: \"How's it going? I'm meeting up with a friend here.\"<br>A: \"How have you been man?\"<br>B: \"Not too bad. I'm still in school and having a little fun.\"<br>A: \"How are you enjoying Mr. Lee's history class?\"<br>B: \"It's so boring.\"<br>A: \"Tell me about it. If it wasn't a requirement, I wouldn't have taken it.\"<br>B: \"How about you? What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"I finished school last spring. I'm searching for a job now, but I'm slacking off.\"<br>B: \"I heard the job market is not that hot right now.\"<br>A: \"I could always take a low end job, but I'm not that desperate yet.\"<br>B: \"Well, good luck to you.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. It was good seeing you again.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'll catch you later.\"<br>A: \"Have a good night.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/practice/L21P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"You're John right?\"<br>B: \"Yes. Oh, you're in my English class right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm Martha.\"<br>B: \"Well it's good to finally meet you.\"<br>A: \"How are you enjoying the class?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. Some days it seems ok, but other days I am totally bored in class.\"<br>A: \"I know what you mean. Do you know what is wrong with the weather these days? I haven't seen the sun in 2 weeks.\"<br>B: \"The weather has been pretty terrible recently.\"<br>A: \"I'm really hoping the weather gets better.\"<br>B: \"Do you have something coming up?\"<br>A: \"To tell you the truth, it's just depressing seeing so much rain.\"<br>B: \"I don't blame you. It has been pretty gloomy for some time now.\"<br>A: \"This is my stop. I'll see you later.\"<br>B: \"I'll see you in class. Bye.\"<br><br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=547\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=557\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2042",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2042-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It occurred to me that (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2042-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'occurred' informs someone that something has come to mind or has been found. You are letting someone know that you suddenly have thought or remembered about something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S1.mp3\">It occurred to me that I forgot your birthday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S2.mp3\">It occurred to me that we both belong to the same gym.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S3.mp3\">It occurred to me that we enjoy a lot of the same things.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S4.mp3\">It occurred to me the price for homes are more expensive here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S5.mp3\">It occurred to me that eating healthy makes me feel better.</a>\"</span><br><br>Using the word 'had' or 'has' can change what you are saying to represent something remembered in a past time.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S6.mp3\">It had occurred to me that I forgot something at the grocery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S7.mp3\">It had occurred to me I might need to change my email address.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S8.mp3\">It has occurred to me I forgot my mom's birthday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E42/sentence/E042S9.mp3\">It has occurred to me before.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2041\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2043\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=111",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #12         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How would you describe Scott?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Very tall and skinny<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Slender with broad shoulders<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Big and muscular<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Short and fat<br><br>2. How long has it been since these two last saw each other?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 6 months ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 10 months ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A year and a half ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Two years ago<br><br>3. How often does Scott go to the gym?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Never<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Once a month<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Every day for an hour<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Every other day for 3 hours<br><br>4. Why does Scott work out so much?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get noticeable results<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he will be bored<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To enter a competition<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To train for a marathon<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdda\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Big and muscular<br>2. Two years ago<br>3. Every other day for 3 hours<br>4. To get noticeable results         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Damn Scott. You got big.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I've been working out a lot.\"<br>A: \"How long have you been lifting weights?\"<br>B: \"For a year and a half.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Last time I saw you, it was like 2 years ago.\"<br>B: \"Has it been that long?\"<br>A: \"How often do you go to the gym?\"<br>B: \"I usually go every other day for about 3 hours.\"<br>A: \"That's a lot.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I used to work out for an hour a day 4 times a week, and I saw no results. This is what you have to do to get noticeable results.\"<br>A: \"I don't think I have the discipline for that.\"<br>B: \"Just think of it as a hobby. Then it's actually fun.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=110\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=112\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=13",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the sound TH         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: To create the TH sound, place the tongue on the bottom of the upper tooth. Your tongue should almost be sticking out. Then blow air between the tongue and the top teeth.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S2.mp3\">There</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S3.mp3\">Toothpaste</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S4.mp3\">Bath</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S5.mp3\"><u>There</u> is a bike in front of <u>that</u> store\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S6.mp3\">Brush your <u>teeth</u> with a <u>toothpaste</u> <u>that</u> has fluoride\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S13S7.mp3\">My son played in <u>the</u> mud puddle, so I am going to give him a <u>bath</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=12\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=14\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=453",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/453-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Vacation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/453-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Taking a planned day off</b><br><br>These are the easiest to request. If you are caught up with your work and you want to take a vacation or personal day, it is as easy as asking for it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S1.mp3\">Can I use a vacation day this Friday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S2.mp3\">Will it be ok if I use a personal day this Thursday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S3.mp3\">I have to catch up on a lot of errands, so can I use a vacation day on Monday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S4.mp3\">My parents are coming into town. Can I take Thursday and Friday off?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S5.mp3\">I would like to use my vacation days for the first week of June. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S6.mp3\">Will it be ok if I take the last week of July off?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S7.mp3\">Can I schedule a vacation for the second week of August?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B12/sentence/B12S8.mp3\">I was wondering if I can take a vacation. Can I take the first two weeks off in September?</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that asking for a vacation all depends on the office policies. Some companies do not like an employee taking all their vacation days at once. However, some places are more lenient and allow long vacation days. Before asking for long vacation days, you should first see what other employees are doing.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=452\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=454\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=276",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you a risk taker or do you like to stay away from risks?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you a risk taker or do you like to stay away from risks?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S1.mp3\">Are you a risk taker or do you like to stay away from risks?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This also depends on the position. But in most cases, I believe someone who likes to take risks is a better candidate. If you choose to answer saying you are a risk taker, you should include why and how you take risks.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S2.mp3\">I consider myself to be in the middle, but if I were to choose from my past experience, I would think I would call myself a careful risk taker.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S3.mp3\">I'm reliable and believe in stability and guarantees. My work will be based on facts without assumptions or guesses, so I tend to stay away from risks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S4.mp3\">I think it's important to take some risks. I keep the options open and if the reward justifies the risks, I would definitely try. So I'm more of a risk taker.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S5.mp3\">I take risks because through planning and working smart, it's possible to reduce some of the risk. So if there's a reasonable chance of success, I would take the opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I17/sentence/I17S6.mp3\">I see myself as a risk taker. But before taking the risk, I always evaluate all other options, weigh the pro's and con's of success and failure, and after careful consideration, I would definitely take a risk if the rewards were high enough. I view staying away from risks similar to staying away from a gold mine surrounded by dynamite. Of course if you don't know what triggers the dynamite, it would be unwise to take that risk. But if you study the situation and know the location of all dynamite and the way they are triggered, then the risk is minimized. Some people would not explore the options to reduce the risk, but I would definitely study each situation and take a risk that would improve my personal or company's situation.</a>\"</span><br><br>You don't have to use the dynamite example. You can think of any other example. But I used this to clearly explain what I feel about taking risks. Not only did I choose to be a risk taker, but I also explained how and when I would take risks.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=275\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=277\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=547",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/547-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Small Talk - Two Example Dialogs         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/547-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this conversation, we initiated the conversation and talked about the other person. However, sometimes you will not have anything to talk about. In order to keep the conversation alive, you should think about topics such as the weather.<br><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S1.mp3\">Hi Mary.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S2.mp3\">Oh, hi.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S3.mp3\">How are you doing?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S4.mp3\">I'm doing alright. How about you?</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S5.mp3\">Not too bad. The weather is great isn't it?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S6.mp3\">Yes. It's absolutely beautiful today.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S7.mp3\">I wish it was like this more frequently.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S8.mp3\">Me too.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S9.mp3\">So where are you going now?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S10.mp3\">I'm going to meet a friend of mine at the department store.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S11.mp3\">Going to do a little shopping?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S12.mp3\">Yeah, I have to buy some presents for my parents.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S13.mp3\">What's the occasion?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S14.mp3\">It's their anniversary.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S15.mp3\">That's great. Well, you better get going. You don't want to be late.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S16.mp3\">I'll see you next time.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S17.mp3\">Sure. Bye.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example is when you run into someone. This is an easy type of small talk because when you run out of things to say, you can always say bye. There are times when you don't have that option. Let's practice a situation where you cannot leave, such as an interview. I go into depth about interview communication in a different section. For now, I am going to emphasize the small talk portion of an interview. There are times when you will not have an opportunity for small talk, but in other cases, you might have to talk about general things.<br><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S18.mp3\">Hi. My name is Josh. It's a pleasure to meet you.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S19.mp3\">Hi Josh. I'm glad to be here.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S20.mp3\">Did you have any problems finding this place.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S21.mp3\">I didn't have any problems. I found directions on the internet so it was pretty easy to find. However, the traffic was not that great.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S22.mp3\">Traffic is never good around here.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S23.mp3\">I agree. It would be great if there was a train or a subway line that went through here.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S24.mp3\">That would be so great. I would definitely take the train if they had it.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S25.mp3\">Trains are great because you can read a book or get a little rest instead of having to fight the traffic.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L21/sentence/L21S26.mp3\">Very true. Well, let me begin by telling you about our company...</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a good example of small talk. It shows that you are easy to speak with, and most importantly, you found a small connection even though it was about a small topic such as the traffic problem. In this type of situation, don't feel that you have to constantly talk. If it is not relevant to the topic, it might be better not to say anything. But if you can add on to the topic, it's a good thing. The person who is giving the interview has the control, and that person will direct the small talk to the interview when the time is right. In my example above, I made a small transition from the traffic and started the interview process. If you are interested about interview, please go to the Interview Section. You may now move on to the practice session.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=546\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=549\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2041",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2041-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I've heard that + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2041-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are letting someone know that you are aware of something or that you have been informed of something that is taking place. This could be something that has already happened or something happening in the near future. 'I've' is a contraction of the words 'I have.'<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S1.mp3\">I've heard that you got a new job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S2.mp3\">I've heard that you want to leave your job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S3.mp3\">I've heard that you got a new car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S4.mp3\">I've heard that you like to jog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S5.mp3\">I've heard that you fix computers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S6.mp3\">I've heard that you've never been to Canada.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S7.mp3\">I've heard that you like to shop.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S8.mp3\">I've heard that you and your boss don't get along.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S9.mp3\">I've heard that there is no school next week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E41/sentence/E041S10.mp3\">I've heard that your wife is a yoga instructor.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2040\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2042\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=110",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #11         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What does Jimmy's friend want to do later?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Workout<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Eat lunch<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sleep<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Play basketball<br><br>2. What time do that plan on meeting?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> After dinner<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At 3:30<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Ten in the morning<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> After lunch at 1:00<br><br>3. What did he do earlier that caused soreness in his legs?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Lifted weights<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Skiing with friends<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Played soccer all day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Played basketball<br><br>4. Where are they going to meet?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At Jimmy's house<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At the coffee shop down the street<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> By the bus stop<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At the gym<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"abdd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Workout<br>2. At 3:30<br>3. Played basketball<br>4. At the gym         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jimmy. Let's go workout later today.\"<br>B: \"Sure. What time do you want to go?\"<br>A: \"How about at 3:30.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. Today we work on Legs and forearm.\"<br>A: \"Hey. I just played basketball earlier, so my legs are a little sore. Let's work out on arms and stomach today.\"<br>B: \"I'm on a weekly schedule. You're messing everything up.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. We're only switching two days. You can do legs on Friday.\"<br>B: \"Aright. I'll meet you at the gym at 3:30 then.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=109\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=111\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=12",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter Y         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>The Y sound is easy to pronounce. Just like the letter W, it is also very close to a vowel sound.<br><br>Instruction: Elevate the middle portion of your tongue without touching the roof of the mouth. Basically, you are making the shape of your tongue into a small rainbow shape. As you make the sound, move the tongue away from the roof of the mouth.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S2.mp3\">Yellow</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S3.mp3\">Canyon</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S4.mp3\">You need to get <u>yellow</u> <u>onions</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S12S5.mp3\">The Grand <u>Canyon</u> is a magnificent place\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=11\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=13\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=275",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Which category do you fall under? A person who anticipates a problem well, or a person who reacts to a problem well?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you better at anticipating or reacting to problems         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S1.mp3\">Which category do you fall under? A person who anticipates a problem well, or a person who reacts to a problem well?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a tough question because both options look pretty good. My recommendation would be to answer depending on the position you are applying for. For example, if you are applying for a type of analyst or upper management position, then anticipating a problem would be more useful. However, if you are applying to be a nurse for a hospital emergency room, then reacting to a problem well is stronger.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S2.mp3\">I think it's good to be good at both. But in my experience, I realized I react to problems better. Whenever I'm faced with a new problem, I know what steps to take to deal with the problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S3.mp3\">I believe I'm strong in both, but I try to work more on anticipating problems. In this profession, it's very important to anticipate a problem and fix it before it becomes a real problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S4.mp3\">I'm very observant and aware of what's going on, so I'm stronger at anticipating problems.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S5.mp3\">I'm good at dealing with problems, so I'm a person who reacts to a problem well.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S6.mp3\">I feel I react to problems well, but I'm much stronger at anticipating them. I'm a type of person that pays attention to detail, inconsistencies, and subtle signs. Basically, I want to find a potential problem and put measures in place to correct it before it happens. It's interesting to see how the people who deal with problems get rewarded for resolving the issue. What about the people who put the fire out before it even started? So anticipating problems before it happens is what I've always done and I believe it's important in any work environment.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I16/sentence/I16S7.mp3\">Being a nurse requires many skills. One of the important traits is to be able to react to problems well. Reacting to a problem well requires the ability for quick thinking, ability to think of all the options available, and maintaining self control in hectic times. In my spare time, I even think about creative problems that might come up. Since a problem can arise at any time and in any form, I try to be as creative as I can and I walk through the situation as if I'm dealing with the problem. So this has helped me to become very good at reacting to problems.</a>\"</span><br><br>The answer gets stronger with examples, so if you have experienced something that you can explain, feel free to use include it in the answer. Also, if you are unsure about how to say it, remember that you can ask us.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=274\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=276\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=452",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/452-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Network share and public share         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/452-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Network share is a location on your network that you can access. The files are stored on a different computer. If you do not have a network set up in the office you work at, then you won't need this section.<br><br>In order for you to save data on a network share, you will need permission. The person in charge of the computer has the ability to add users. If you know of a public share and you cannot access it, then tell your administrator or the person in charge of that computer to give you permission.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S1.mp3\">I have it saved on a network share. You can find it at <i>computername</i> public John data.doc.</a>\"</span><br><br>Whenever you tell someone a network location, you tell them the name by the path. I'll use the previous sentence as an example. <i>Computername</i> is the name of the computer, then the next word is a folder name. The next name is also a folder name. Finally, data.doc is the name of the file. So, the location of data.doc is in a folder named John that is under a folder called public under the computer <i>computername</i>. When you say a path verbally, you just leave a pause after each word or say slash between the words. In the written form, it looks like this, \\<i>computername</i>publicJohndata.doc.<br><br>When people share documents, they save them on their own computer and put it in a folder that they made public. Or, a co-worker might have data saved on their computer. If you don't want to deal with the floppy disks, then you can retrieve the data from the network if they make the folder public.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S2.mp3\">I have those files in my public folder. Just go to John01 public. You should see all the documents there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S3.mp3\">I saved it at John01 public. Go ahead and take what you need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S4.mp3\">I'll need all the information on ABC Company. Didn't you say you have the information? Can you put them on a public share?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S5.mp3\">Hey John, I don't have permission to get into John01. Can you check the permissions on the folder?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S6.mp3\">I don't have write access on the folder. Can you give me write permissions?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B15/sentence/B15S7.mp3\">I don't want anybody changing the data, so everyone only has read permissions.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=447\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=453\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=546",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/546-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Small Talk         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/546-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Many people believe small talk is very boring and not personable. Although that is true, there are many places where small talk is very important. In the western culture, strangers talk to other strangers frequently. On the other hand, small talk is not so common in the eastern culture. Because strangers are friendly to one another in the western culture, small talk is very important to master in regards to learning English. One other place small talk is important is in an interview. That is why this session will be important to learn.<br><br>The best way to learn small talk is to provide many examples. So this lesson will be taught using an example format.<br><br>Small talk involves many different topics. We will have several sessions on small talk once we have covered other subjects such as sports, jobs, school, etc. But for now, we will go through the basics of small talk conversation. To initiate small talk, we can use what we have learned from our previous several sessions:<br><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S1.mp3\">Hi Bill, how are you doing?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S2.mp3\">I'm doing great. How are you doing?</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S3.mp3\">I'm doing well myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>Wasn't that simple? If you studied the material in prior sessions, this should be real easy for you. Now that we have initiated the small talk, it's your responsibility to keep the conversation going. In order to do so, you can talk about anything that is not too personal. Let's first ask what the other person has been doing lately.<br><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S4.mp3\">What have you been up to lately?</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S5.mp3\">Well, I just started to work at the bank so I'm pretty busy learning everything.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can elaborate on what you have learned to keep the conversation alive. In this example, you are going to ask more questions about school and work.<br><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S6.mp3\">Does that mean you already finished school? I thought you had 1 more semester left.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S7.mp3\">I took summer courses, so I finished one semester early.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S8.mp3\">It's great that you got a job. I'm really happy for you.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S9.mp3\">Thanks.</a>\"</span><br><br>As you can now tell, the conversation is getting old. You have a choice of ending the conversation, or changing the topic. Let's practice ending the conversation.<br><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S10.mp3\">We should get together for lunch sometime.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S11.mp3\">Yeah, that would be great.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S12.mp3\">I'll call you sometime.</a>\"</span><br>Two: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S13.mp3\">Ok. I'll see you later.</a>\"</span><br>One: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L20/sentence/L20S14.mp3\">Alright. See ya.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=556\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=547\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2040",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2040-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I think I should + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2040-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here you are telling someone that you feel strongly about doing a particular action. Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S1.mp3\">I think I should practice my reading.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S2.mp3\">I think I should join a study group.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S3.mp3\">I think I should handle this as soon as possible.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S4.mp3\">I think I should earn my degree.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S5.mp3\">I think I should explain myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>By adding the word 'don't' you have changed what you are conveying from something you are thinking of doing, to something you are against.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S6.mp3\">I do not think I should complain so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S7.mp3\">I do not think I should attend that event.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S8.mp3\">I do not think I should borrow more money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S9.mp3\">I do not think I should doubt you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E40/sentence/E040S10.mp3\">I do not think I should decide until later.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2039\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2041\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=109",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #10         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L39/practice/L39P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the main topic of discussion?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Television<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Exercise<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Restaurants<br><br>2. How long ago did he join the health club?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 1 year ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 1 month ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 2 months ago<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Last week<br><br>3. How long does he lift weights for?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 30 minutes<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 45 minutes<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 1 hour<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 2 hours<br><br>4. What does he usually do before lifting weights?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Stretch<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Walk around<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Jump rope for 15 minutes<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Bicycle for 30 minutes<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccbd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Exercise<br>2. 2 months ago<br>3. 45 minutes<br>4. Bicycle for 30 minutes         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What do you do besides work and watching TV?\"<br>B: \"When I have some time, I like to exercise.\"<br>A: \"Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club?\"<br>B: \"I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago.\"<br>A: \"How do you exercise?\"<br>B: \"I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the cardio, and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes.\"<br>A: \"How often do you go?\"<br>B: \"I want to go four times a week, but I'm too lazy. Last week, I only went to workout once.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=108\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=110\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=11",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter W         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Pronunciation for the W sound is not too difficult. This sound is very close to vowel sounds.<br><br>Instruction: Make the lips narrow and close to each other without the lips touching. Also make the inside of the mouth closer together. Then move the lips and mouth further apart as you make this sound.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S2.mp3\">When</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S3.mp3\">Work</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S4.mp3\">Away</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S5.mp3\"><u>When</u> <u>will</u> you do your <u>homework</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S6.mp3\"><u>Who</u> is going to drive you to <u>work</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S11S7.mp3\">How far <u>away</u> do you live\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=10\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=12\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=274",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you work well under pressure?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you work well under pressure?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S1.mp3\">Do you work well under pressure?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>In most cases, the best answer to this question is answering yes. Working well under pressure is a good trait to have. However, I think if you answer that you work the same with pressure and without pressure, the interviewer will be more impressed. However, you will need to explain in words why this is better. Here are some of my answers.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S2.mp3\">I work well under pressure because I use the pressure to help me work more efficiently.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S3.mp3\">I enjoy working under pressure because I believe it helps me grow. In my previous experience, I always worked well during deadlines, and I always learned how to work more efficiently afterwards.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S4.mp3\">I work well under pressure because I don't panic. I maintain self control and work as efficiently as possible. In all my experiences, I did well and I always enjoyed the experience.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S6.mp3\">To tell you the truth, I think I work the same if there's pressure or if there's no pressure. I try and take out negative emotional factors and work hard regardless of down time or busy time. I always prioritize and organize my work, and from there, work efficiently. If the situation involved pressure due to a lack of time, then the only difference in my work would be the extra time I would need to put in to meet the deadline on time. Since I believe my normal work is great work, then I suppose I work well under pressure.</a>\"</span><br><br>I like this answer because it is different than the standard answer. If you are not comfortable with this answer, then you can use the next one.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I15/sentence/I15S7.mp3\">I have a couple of friends who hate working under pressure. I don't know if it's odd, but I really enjoy working under pressure. I use the feelings of pressure as a tool to motivate me to work harder and more efficiently. In my last job, I remember we had a project to complete in 4 days where it usually took 10 days. There was a lot of panic by some team members, but I ensured everyone that if we concentrate on the task and work real hard, we can complete the project. It took a lot of overtime, and the last day we were in the office until two AM, but we managed to finish. It was hard work, but I really enjoyed that experience.</a>\"</span><br><br>You might not have experienced this example before, but what is preventing you from making something up? To tell you the truth, I never experienced it before either. There are some things you shouldn't lie about because they can find out about it such as your GPA or what school you attended, but a story such as the one I included above cannot be verified by the interviewer. The only thing you have to be careful about is being able to answer follow up questions.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=273\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=275\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=447",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/447-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sick day         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/447-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S1.mp3\">Martha? This is Jack. I have a fever and I will not be able to come in today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S2.mp3\">Hi Mary, I have to use a sick day today. I'm feeling terrible right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S3.mp3\">Hi Steve, this is Mark. I wanted to let you know that I am too sick to come in today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S4.mp3\">Hi Andrew, this is Josh. I'm pretty sick so I will not be able to make it in today. I was feeling sick last night and thought I would be better after some sleep, but it just got worse.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S5.mp3\">Hi Sam, this is Jessica. I have some urgent personal matters I have to deal with. I won't be able to make it in.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S6.mp3\">Mark? This is John. My dad went into the emergency room this morning. I'm not sure what the problem is, but I don't think I can make it in today. I'll send you an update later.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S7.mp3\">My son all of the sudden got really sick. I have to take him to the hospital now. I doubt I can make it in today. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B11/sentence/B11S8.mp3\">Jake? Will it be ok if I take the day off? My grandmother just passed away and I don't think I will be able to work today.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=446\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=452\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=556",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Weather - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John, it's beautiful out today, isn't it?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I wish it would be like this everyday.\"<br>A: \"Did you see the weather forecast?\"<br>B: \"Unfortunately, it's supposed to start raining tomorrow night.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you know what the weather is going to be like tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"It's supposed to be the same as today. I don't think the weather will change much for the next week or so.\"<br>A: \"That's great.\"<br>B: \"Why are you so happy? Do you have anything planned?\"<br>A: \"Yeah, I'm going to Everland with my family this weekend so I was hoping for good weather.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/practice/L19P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I can't believe it is raining so much.\"<br>B: \"It's not that bad. Last year we had floods in 4 different areas of the city.\"<br>A: \"Really? Does it always rain so much during this time of year?\"<br>B: \"This is not as bad as usual. During the monsoon season, we usually have rain for 3 weeks.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=544\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=546\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2039",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2039-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm having a hard time + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2039-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>By stating you are having a hard time you are letting someone know you are having difficulty with something. This could be something physical or mental and something that could be overcome with effort.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S1.mp3\">I'm having a hard time writing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S2.mp3\">I'm having a hard time understanding you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S3.mp3\">I'm having a hard time answering your question.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S4.mp3\">I'm having a hard time downloading songs to my iPod.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S5.mp3\">I'm having a hard time agreeing to the terms.</a>\"</span><br><br>With the addition of an adverb you can express in more detail just how difficult something is for you.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S6.mp3\">I'm having an extremely hard time trusting you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S7.mp3\">I'm having an extremely hard time with my wife.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S8.mp3\">I'm having a very hard time finding a job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E39/sentence/E039S9.mp3\">I'm having a very hard time finding parts for my car.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2038\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2040\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=108",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #09         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Person A works and watches TV all day. What is he starting to think about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> His health<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Playing basketball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The next great movie<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Work he didn't finish yet<br><br>2. What suggestion is made to get more exercise?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Running or Jogging<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Doing more outdoor activities<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Going to the local gym<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Geting a health club membership<br><br>3. What type of lessons are they considering?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Music lessons<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Piano lessons<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Tennis lessons<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> English lessons<br><br>4. For $120, how often will they meet?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Everyday for a month<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Once a week for two months<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Twice a week for one month<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 8 Weeks<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"abcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Hi health<br>2. Doing more outdoor activities<br>3. Tennis lessons<br>4. Twice a week for one month         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"All I do all day is work and watch TV. I really should start thinking about my health.\"<br>B: \"I never thought about that, but you're right. What do you think we should do?\"<br>A: \"For starters, we should start doing more outdoor activities. That way we'll get some exercise.\"<br>B: \"I was thinking about taking tennis lessons. I always have an hour to spare in the afternoon. What do you think about that?\"<br>A: \"That's not a bad idea. How much is it?\"<br>B: \"I heard it is only about one hundred twenty dollars a month for 8 lessons.\"<br>A: \"Playing tennis twice a week will be a good start. Count me in.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=107\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=109\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=10",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter R         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>The letter R is difficult for many English learners. I will try to provide a good explanation with many examples to help students practice pronouncing the letter R.<br><br>Instruction: To successfully make the R sound, curl the tongue upward without touching the top portion of the mouth. You should also curl the sides of the tongue upward so it is very close to the upper molars. In this position, make a roaring sound like a lion forcing air out of the nose and mouth at the same time. If you are confused about how you should position the tongue, try to make the shape of a bowl with your tongue. The sides should touch the top, but the tip of the tongue should not touch the top part of the mouth.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S2.mp3\">Racing</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S3.mp3\">Road</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S4.mp3\">Growl</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S5.mp3\">Carry</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S6.mp3\">Very</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S7.mp3\">Faster</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S8.mp3\">He got a speeding ticket for <u>racing</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S9.mp3\">The <u>road</u> home is usually long and lonely\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S10.mp3\">The dog was <u>growling</u> at the cat\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S11.mp3\">She <u>hurt</u> <u>her</u> leg so he had to <u>carry</u> <u>her</u> home\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S12.mp3\">You did a <u>very</u> good job\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S10S13.mp3\">If the <u>zebra</u> doesn't <u>run</u> any <u>faster</u>, the lion will catch up\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=9\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=11\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=273",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you make important decisions?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you make important decisions?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S1.mp3\">How do you make important decisions?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are many ways to answer this question, and if you have a reasonable method of making decisions, it will probably be sufficient. One answer I thought of included not being afraid of asking your manager. You can follow up by saying even the best needs mentoring, and you always want to improve. So basically, this could work as an answer, but depending on the job, you might have a better shot with an answer like my example.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S2.mp3\">I make important decisions by examining all the details and then weighing the pro's and con's for each decision.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S3.mp3\">I gather all the information I can find and based on the information, I'll come to the best decision I can. If I know a coworker was in a similar situation, I wouldn't hesitate to find out the results to make sure my decision is the best one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S4.mp3\">I believe all decisions should be made by having all the information. If you are missing an important detail, it's easy to make a bad decision. So I make important decisions by having all of the information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S5.mp3\">Important decisions are made by knowledge through information and wisdom through experience. I'll gather all the information I can find and then apply my experience while analyzing the information. With this combination, I'm confident I'll make the correct important decisions.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I14/sentence/I14S6.mp3\">I think all decisions are important, and having as much information about the decision is one of the most important aspects. After examining all the facts, I would think about the outcome and consequences of each action and after weighing the pro's and con's, I would come to the best decision possible. However, I'm aware that some decisions are not as black and white. In this situation, I would rely on my experience, or even work with my team members to come up with the best decision.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a decent answer, but I think you might be able to think of a better one. Feel free to be creative with your answers because those are the answers the interviewer will remember the most.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=272\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=274\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=544",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/544-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Weather - Long Description         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/544-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Being able to speak specific sentences is good, however, it is more important to be able to say a whole paragraph when talking about topics such as the weather. I'll have a specific lesson about putting sentences together in a future lesson. But I'll give one advice now. Basically, make about 10 sentences. After you know your ten sentences about this question, you can say all of them one after the other so it is a long answer. The ten sentences should be in a list format.<br><br>We will learn how to speak longer in a future lesson, but if you want to give it a try now, here are two examples.<br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/sentence/L19S1.mp3\">What is the weather like in Korea?</a>\"</span><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/sentence/L19S2.mp3\">Well, the weather in Korea is unique with four distinct seasons. In the winter, the temperature is about zero degrees Celsius. But, because it doesn't rain much in the winter, there isn't much snow and the air is very dry. In spring, the days warm up significantly but the night gets a little chilly. The summer has two characteristics. It is very hot and humid most of the time, and for about 3 weeks or so, we have a rainy season called monsoon. It gets very rainy and windy during that time period. But we all look forward to autumn. It is a beautiful time of year and the temperature is very pleasant. If you plan on visiting Korea, I highly recommend visiting during autumn.</a>\"</span><br><br>Question: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/sentence/L19S3.mp3\">Which season do you like the most?</a>\"</span><br>Answer: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L19/sentence/L19S4.mp3\">I like summer the most, but at the same time, I hate it. I like summer because it's warm. I don't mind the heat and I like the longer days. So, I can do more activities like swimming, bicycling, rollerblading, and many other outdoor activities. I usually take a short vacation during the summer so I always look forward to that. However, the part about summer I hate the most is during the monsoon season. I can tolerate the humidity, but when it gets hot and humid along with the rain and the wind, then it gets terrible.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=543\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=556\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=446",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/446-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Leaving Work Early         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/446-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This is a little easier than explaining to your boss why you are 10 minutes late. You can think of an excuse ahead of time, or tell them about an appointment so you can leave early. You can use the same excuses as the ones I mentioned earlier. You just have to change the wording a little and make it future tense.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S1.mp3\">I have to leave a little early today. Is it ok if I finish my work at home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S2.mp3\">I have a dentist appointment at four. I have to leave early today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S3.mp3\">I have a dentist appointment tomorrow at four. Is it ok if I leave early tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S4.mp3\">I have to pick up my wife at the airport tomorrow. Is it ok if I leave at three?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S5.mp3\">I have a conference with my son's teacher tomorrow at three thirty. I have to leave at three. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S6.mp3\">I have a terrible headache. Is it ok if I leave early today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S7.mp3\">I think I might be coming down with the flu. I should get some rest and try to fight this thing off early. May I leave early today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S8.mp3\">I'm not feeling well. I think I should get some rest. Will it be ok if I go home early today?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B10/sentence/B10S9.mp3\">My son got sick and I have to pick him up from school. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=445\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=447\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2038",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2038-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's hard for me to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2038-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When saying that something is 'hard for me' you are informing someone that what you are talking about is difficult or challenging for you.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S1.mp3\">It's hard for me to accept what you are telling me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S2.mp3\">It's hard for me to argue your point.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S3.mp3\">It's hard for me to balance my check book.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S4.mp3\">It's hard for me to concentrate on the task.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S5.mp3\">It's hard for me to consider your other options.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S6.mp3\">It's hard for me to depend on you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S7.mp3\">It is hard for me to decide where to go tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S8.mp3\">It is hard for me to explain my actions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S9.mp3\">It is hard for me to guarantee your success.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E38/sentence/E038S10.mp3\">It is hard for me to handle so much pressure.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2037\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2039\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=107",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #08         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L36/practice/L36P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the office<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In a classroom<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At home over the telephone<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Outside<br><br>2. What is Michael currently doing?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Studying for exams<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Listening to music<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Taking a walk<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Watching TV<br><br>3. Where is Michael going?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No where special<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To a special party<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> On his way home<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To his favorit restaurant<br><br>4. What sporting activity was suggested for exercise?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dcab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Outside<br>2. Taking a walk<br>3. No where special<br>4. Basketball         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Michael. Where are you going?\"<br>B: \"No where special. I was just taking a walk.\"<br>A: \"What for?\"<br>B: \"To get a little exercise. I'm so out of shape.\"<br>A: \"Hey, I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week. It's great exercise and it's fun too. Why don't you come out and play with us?\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. Give me a call next time you guys play.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=106\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=108\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=9",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter L         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: Slightly press the tip of your tongue on the top portion of your mouth. The position of the mouth is similar to the D and T sound, but is much softer.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S2.mp3\">Little</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S3.mp3\">Reflect</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S4.mp3\">All</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S5.mp3\">The <u>little</u> cat was chasing the mouse <u>below</u> the deck\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S6.mp3\">He often came to this quiet <u>place</u> to <u>reflect</u> on his performance\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S9S7.mp3\"><u>All</u> the <u>people</u> were <u>laughing</u> at his jokes\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=8\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=10\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=272",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you handle change?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you handle change?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S1.mp3\">How do you handle change?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S2.mp3\">Are you good at dealing with change?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Dealing with change is common in the work place. A simple yes will not be sufficient to impress the interviewer. This is another type of question where everyone will have similar answers. Of course everyone is going to claim being excellent dealing with change. You got to communicate that you are really good at dealing with change. Here are some examples for you.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S3.mp3\">I'm good at dealing with change because I'm a quick thinker. If new information makes us change our marketing strategy for example, I'll be quick to analyze the information and create a plan to make the changes.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S4.mp3\">I've experienced many changes previously. I handle the situation by quickly coming up to speed on the changes and applying myself to make them a success.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S5.mp3\">I'm good at dealing with change because I'm flexible with my work and abilities. I'm not afraid of learning new and difficult things. Whenever I'm faced with a change, I'll put in extra effort to make the change a smooth transition.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S6.mp3\">I handle changes smoothly. Whenever there's a change of any sort, I analyze the situation and I always try to find ways I can contribute to the change in a positive way.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I13/sentence/I13S7.mp3\">I believe dealing with change is a requirement in the workplace. The mission statement can change to introduce a new market segment, or the company might need to change direction. Whatever it is, as a member of this team, I would be expected to do my share by absorbing the new information, analyzing it thoroughly, sharing my ideas, and really being a valued team member. Dealing with change is a necessary trait. I think I'm also good at anticipating change by being attentive and observant.</a>\"</span><br><br>Overall, this is a good answer. The last statement is a bold statement of being able to anticipate change. If the interviewer is impressed, they might follow up by asking for an example of how you anticipate change. If you use an answer like I provided, make sure you have an example. If you don't have one, then the answer you gave will be seen as a lie and you probably failed.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=271\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=273\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=445",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/445-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Very Late         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/445-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are going to be a lot later than 5 minutes, then you should call your manager and tell them about it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S1.mp3\">Hi Barbara, I'm going to be 30 minutes late today. My car is having trouble this morning, so I arranged for a ride with a friend.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S2.mp3\">Hey Jack, I'm running a little late today. I just got out of my dentist appointment and it was longer than I expected.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S3.mp3\">Mark? This is Pat. I'm stuck in traffic. I think there is an accident that is holding up traffic. I'm going to be a little late.</a>\"</span><br><br><br>When you plan on being late ahead of time, it is much easier. For example, if you have a doctor's appointment in the morning, you can tell them in advance and then you don't have to worry about coming in on time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S4.mp3\">I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow morning. Remember I told you earlier this week? I'll come in right after my appointment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S5.mp3\">My daughter has been sick, so I'm going to take her to see the doctor tomorrow morning. Is it ok if I'm a little late? My appointment is at seven in the morning, so I'll only be an hour late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B9/sentence/B9S6.mp3\">I have to take my parents to the airport tomorrow. I shouldn't be too late, but wanted to tell you ahead of time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=444\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=446\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2037",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2037-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's my turn to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2037-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'It's' is a contraction of the words 'it is.' When stating 'my turn' you are telling someone that it is time to change position or position focuses on to you.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S1.mp3\">It's my turn to walk you home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S2.mp3\">It's my turn to do laundry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S3.mp3\">It's my turn to work late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S4.mp3\">It's my turn to take out the trash.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S5.mp3\">It's my turn to choose where we eat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S6.mp3\">It is my turn to pay for dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S7.mp3\">It is my turn to roll the dice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S8.mp3\">It is my turn to provide an answer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S9.mp3\">It is my turn to try and play the game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E37/sentence/E037S10.mp3\">It is my turn to attempt solving the problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2036\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2038\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=543",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/543-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Weather - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/543-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this session, we are primarily going to practice speaking key sentences that will help you carry a conversation about the weather.<br><br><b>Asking about the weather:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S1.mp3\">Do you know what the weather will be like tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S2.mp3\">Do you know if it's going to rain tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S3.mp3\">Did you see the weather forecast?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S4.mp3\">What is the weather like in Korea/Seattle/Los Angeles?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S5.mp3\">How is the climate in Korea?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S6.mp3\">Does it rain much in Denver?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S7.mp3\">How different is the weather between Pusan and Seoul?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S8.mp3\">What is your favorite season of the year?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Answering questions about the weather:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S9.mp3\">The weather is supposed to be sunny and warm tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S10.mp3\">It's supposed to rain for the next several days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S11.mp3\">I didn't see the news yesterday so I don't know what the weather is going to be like.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S12.mp3\">Weather in Los Angeles is usually hot in the summer and mild in the winter. It never really gets that cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S13.mp3\">The weather in Pusan is very similar to Seoul. The main difference is that Seoul gets a little more snow in the winter and a little hotter in the summer. This is primarily because Pusan is right next to the water.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S14.mp3\">My favorite season of the year is Spring. It's not too cold and the anticipation of a good summer puts me in a good mood.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Statements about the weather:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S15.mp3\">I heard Seattle is a very gloomy city with so many clouds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S16.mp3\">The weather is beautiful this time of year.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S17.mp3\">I hate the rain. It makes me feel depressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S18.mp3\">Autumn is a great season.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S19.mp3\">The summer months are so humid in Korea.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S20.mp3\">I can't stand the cold winter months.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S21.mp3\">It's a beautiful day today, isn't it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S22.mp3\">I wish the weather was like this everyday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S23.mp3\">It's been raining for 5 days straight. I wonder when it will stop raining.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S24.mp3\">I hate the snow. The roads are dangerous to drive in, and when it melts, the streets are very dirty.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S25.mp3\">I love snowboarding so I always look forward to the winter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S26.mp3\">The winter months are tolerable because I don't mind the cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L18/sentence/L18S27.mp3\">Korea has four distinct seasons.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=542\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=544\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=106",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #07         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Which of the following statement is true?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Joanne called a friend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A friend called Joanne<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Joanne is playing the piano<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Joanne is drawing right now<br><br>2. What is Joanne doing?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Running<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watching TV<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Painting<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sleeping<br><br>3. What is the topic of discussion?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Movies<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Surfing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Computer<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Hobbies<br><br>4. What time of day is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 8 am<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 10 am<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 8 pm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 10 pm<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. A friend called Joanne<br>2. Watching TV<br>3. Hobbies<br>4. 10 am         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Joanne. What are you up to?\"<br>B: \"I'm just watching some television.\"<br>A: \"I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning.\"<br>B: \"Me too. Do you think we are boring people?\"<br>A: \"I don't think we are boring. It's just that we don't have any hobbies.\"<br>B: \"That's right. What do you think we should do as a hobby?\"<br>A: \"That all depends on what you like to do. For example, I like to doodle on the notepad, so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings.\"<br>B: \"I like to play the piano for fun.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. That can be a good hobby.\"<br>B: \"Hobbies are great. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do.\"<br>A: \"That's a great idea. I'm going to do the same.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=105\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=107\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=8",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters M, N, and NG         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: These three sounds are mostly made with the nasal pathway. For M, press the lips together and make a sound blowing air out of the nose. For N, press the tongue on top of the upper portion of the mouth and blow air out of the nose. And for NG, press the very rear portion of the tongue and upper mouth together and blow air out of the nose. <br><br>These three sounds are made the same way using the air you breath out of the nose. The only difference is the lip and mouth position. If you plug your nose and try to make this sound, it will not be correct.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S2.mp3\">Mary</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S3.mp3\">Amount</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S4.mp3\">Drum</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S5.mp3\"><u>Mary</u> was very <u>moody</u> after the <u>mid-term</u> exam\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S6.mp3\">The <u>amount</u> of sugar she used for the <u>muffins</u> was perfect\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S7.mp3\">Stop beating the <u>drum</u> at 1 in the <u>morning</u>\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S8.mp3\">Nice</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S9.mp3\">Nancy</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S10.mp3\">Pedestrian</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S11.mp3\">They could <u>not</u> be any <u>nicer</u>.\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S12.mp3\"><u>Nancy</u> was <u>not</u> herself that morning\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S13.mp3\">The <u>pedestrian</u> helped the old lady cross the street\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S14.mp3\">Bring</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S15.mp3\">Dancing</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S16.mp3\">Tell the <u>young</u> maid to <u>bring</u> the mop\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S8S17.mp3\">The couple were <u>dancing</u> all night <u>long</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=7\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=9\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=399",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/399-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Making a Reservation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/399-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You will be calling the company you are renting from. When you call, you should verify if the rental car company has a location at the airport you are flying into.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S1.mp3\">I need one at Los Angeles Airport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S2.mp3\">I am flying into Los Angeles Airport.</a>\"</span><br><br>If they have one, they will say they do and start asking you similar questions we already covered. We will not repeat them here, but I will have a practice session giving an example dialog on making a reservation below.<br><br>They might ask you for a credit card number on the phone. If you don't call and cancel, you might be charged. So if you need to cancel, remember to call and cancel at least 24 hours before the date. I am not sure if it is 24 hours. You should ask and verify.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S3.mp3\">If I need to cancel, when should I do that by?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S4.mp3\">As soon as possible, but in order to avoid a charge you should call 24 hours before the date.</a>\"</span><br><br>When you arrive at the counter, you will tell the person that you have a reservation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S5.mp3\">Hi, I have a reservation under last name Lee.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T9/sentence/T9S6.mp3\">Hi, I have a reservation for a midsize car.</a>\"</span><br><br>After that, they will confirm your information. They might ask you some duplicate questions, but we should have covered most of it already.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=398\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=401\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=271",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you manage your time well?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you manage your time well?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S1.mp3\">Do you manage your time well?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S2.mp3\">In what ways do you manage your time well?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The first question is a little easier. The second question is more difficult because it requires an example. I'm going to give an example for the second question and you should be able to use it for the first question as well.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S3.mp3\">I know I manage my time well because I'm never late to work, and I've never missed a deadline.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S4.mp3\">I'm good at managing my time. I stay busy both at home and at work and being able to manage my time is necessary for me to do everything that I want to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S5.mp3\">I manage my time well by planning out what I have to do for the whole week. It keeps me on track and evens helps me to be more efficient.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I12/sentence/I12S6.mp3\">Managing my time is one of my strong traits. I prioritize my tasks and this allows me to stay ahead of schedule. Each day I manage my time so I can achieve more than I set out to do. So managing my time in a goal oriented way is what I feel very comfortable doing.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=270\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=272\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=444",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/444-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         A Little Late         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/444-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you work for a company, there are times when you are late or you can't make it to a meeting. Sometimes you are sick, or sometimes you are stuck in traffic. We will study sentences you need to know to say why you are late or can't make it to work.<br><br><b>Late</b><br><br>Some jobs require you to 'punch in' when you get to work. 'Punching in' keeps track of how long you worked. Many hourly jobs use this system. But if you are a salary person and do not have to 'punch in', then you have more flexibility. Let's say you are going to be five minutes late. If you have your own office, then nobody will know. But if you work in a setting where your boss sees you coming in, then you will need an excuse. We'll cover everything about being late here.<br><br><b>Five minutes late</b><br><br>If you are going to be just a little late, then you don't need to call in. However, you will need to tell them why you are late when you get in the office. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S1.mp3\">Sorry I'm late. Traffic was unusually bad today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S2.mp3\">I apologize for being late. I had to drop off my wife at work. It took longer than I thought.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S3.mp3\">I had a dentist appointment this morning and it was longer than I expected.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S4.mp3\">I'm sorry for being late. I got stuck in every light this morning.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are the boss, then you might want to ask why your employee is late. Let's see some of these sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S5.mp3\">Running late this morning?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S6.mp3\">What held you up this morning?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S7.mp3\">Do you have a reason for being late?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S8.mp3\">Why are you late?</a>\"</span><br><br>A boss or manager will not be too upset if you are late only once or very rarely. But if this is a constant habit, they might be a little more upset.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S9.mp3\">You have been late three times in the last two weeks. Is this going to be a continual problem?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S10.mp3\">Your tardiness is getting out of hand. You had better start managing your morning time better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S11.mp3\">I expect you to be at your desk at eight o'clock. Do you have a problem with this?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you hear one of these statements, then you better say something that will calm the boss down. Also, you shouldn't let this happen again so tell him or her it won't happen again.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S12.mp3\">I am terribly sorry. It won't happen again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S13.mp3\">I had a lot of recent changes at home, but it's all taken care of. I will not be late again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B8/sentence/B8S14.mp3\">I'm really sorry. It's been one of those weeks. It won't happen again.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=443\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=445\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2036",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2036-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm dying to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2036-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using the word 'dying' in this manner you are referring to wanting or desiring something greatly.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S1.mp3\">I'm dying to relax on the beach.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S2.mp3\">I'm dying to pick some fresh fruit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S3.mp3\">I'm dying to order some desserts.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S4.mp3\">I'm dying to find out if I got the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S5.mp3\">I'm dying to move to a bigger house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S6.mp3\">I'm dying to look at all the work you've done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S7.mp3\">I'm dying to learn more about you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S8.mp3\">I'm dying to introduce you to my parents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S9.mp3\">I'm dying to expand my business.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E36/sentence/E036S10.mp3\">I'm dying to check my score on the test.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2035\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2037\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=7",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters S and Z         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: Slightly press the middle portion or your tongue to the top of your mouth. More pressure should be on the side of the tongue than the center as you press the top portion of your mouth. Then blow air outward through the small opening.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S2.mp3\">Salad</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S3.mp3\">Massive</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S4.mp3\">House</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S5.mp3\">He bought <u>some</u> <u>lettuce</u> to make <u>salad</u> for dinner\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S6.mp3\">The <u>massive</u> tornado only left a few number of <u>houses</u> <u>standing</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S7.mp3\">The <u>small</u> green <u>house</u> was on a large <u>piece</u> of land\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S8.mp3\">Zebra</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S9.mp3\">Resume</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S10.mp3\">Rose</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S11.mp3\">The <u>zebra</u> <u>was</u> too quick for the lion\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S12.mp3\">The game will <u>resume</u> after a brief intermission\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S7S13.mp3\">The <u>cozy</u> house had a beautiful <u>rose</u> bush in the backyard\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=6\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=8\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=105",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #06         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L33/practice/L33P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is Bob?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At home<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In class<br><br>2. What is Bob doing?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Running<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watching TV<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Painting<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sleeping<br><br>3. Where did Bob learn how to paint?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At the local community college<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> From his father<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In high school painting class<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He learned by himself<br><br>4. What type of painging are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Abstract painting<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Regular painting<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> House painting<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Oil painting<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccad\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At home<br>2. Painting<br>3. At the local community college<br>4. Oil painting         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Bob. Whatcha you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm at home painting.\"<br>A: \"I didn't know you paint. What type of painting is it?\"<br>B: \"I enjoy oil painting. I learned it in one of my extra classes in college.\"<br>A: \"That sounds so interesting. I wish I learned a hobby.\"<br>B: \"Hobbies are never too late to learn. They offer a variety of classes at the local community college. You should look into it.\"<br>A: \"I think I will. Thanks for the info.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=104\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=106\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=270",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>In what ways are you organized and disorganized?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         In what ways are you organized and disorganized?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S1.mp3\">In what ways are you organized and disorganized?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another variation to the previous question. This question is a little better because the question wants you to identify an area you are disorganized. Make sure to emphasize the organized portion of the answer. If you are truly an organized person, then it is really tough thinking about an area you are disorganized. So thinking ahead of time will allow you to make a good impression with a solid answer.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S2.mp3\">I'm very organized with my time and work, but my desk is a little disorganized.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S3.mp3\">Since I work with many files, I like to keep my desk organized. I always have everything in a certain place so I can find things easier. The area I'm disorganized is probably my computer desktop. I usually have so many icons everywhere. I should organize it a little, but I've never needed to.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S4.mp3\">I organize my schedule the best. I'm used to many meetings so it's important for me to be organized with my schedule and time. The area I need to improve is probably my file cabinet. I started to sort things alphabetically, but when I'm busy, I start putting things in there. It started getting hard to find things, but this is something I'm going to fix.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I11/sentence/I11S5.mp3\">Oh... that's a good question. Well, I'm organized in almost everything I do. I'm very organized with my schedule and time. I like to work efficiently, and being organized with my time helps me. The area I feel I'm disorganized is probably my desk. I like to work fast and don't keep my desk area as tidy as some people I know. This however doesn't prevent me from doing my job well. You know some people can have files and paper all over their desk but some how know exactly where everything is located. I think I'm one of those people. However, if I know I'm having a client or a guest, then I would definitely make things more tidy.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer brings a little humor to the question. It lightens the mood and makes a person seem real instead of appearing to be perfect. However, if the job you are applying for requires constant customer interaction, then this answer will not be good. This answer would be better for an office job where not many people will see your desk.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=269\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=271\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=542",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/542-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Weather - Fahrenheit and Celsius         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/542-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>It's unfortunate that some countries still use the Fahrenheit system. It would be so much easier if everything was in Celsius. But because the United States still uses the Fahrenheit system, knowing the conversion of Celsius to Fahrenheit will help when speaking to Americans.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S1.mp3\">How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S2.mp3\">Well, you subtract 32 from Fahrenheit, multiply by 5 and then divide by 9.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S3.mp3\">How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S4.mp3\">You multiply Celsius by 9, divide by 5, then add 32.</a>\"</span><br><br>Here is an example dialog.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S5.mp3\">What is the average temperature in Seoul during June?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S6.mp3\">It is usually about 26 degrees Celsius during June.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S7.mp3\">What is that in Fahrenheit?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S8.mp3\">That would be about 80 degrees Fahrenheit.</a>\"</span><br><br>Usually, it takes some time to convert degrees using the conversion method. So it's easier to have general temperatures already memorized. Here is a small table so you can quickly respond when talking with a foreigner about the temperature.<br><br><table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\"> <tbody><tr> <td width=\"225\">Fahrenheit</td> <td width=\"225\">Celsius</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">100</td> <td width=\"200\">37.8</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">90</td> <td width=\"200\">32.2</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">85</td> <td width=\"200\">28.4</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">80</td> <td width=\"200\">26.7</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">75</td> <td width=\"200\">23.9</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">70</td> <td width=\"200\">21.1</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">65</td> <td width=\"200\">18.3</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">60</td> <td width=\"200\">15.6</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">50</td> <td width=\"200\">10</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">40</td> <td width=\"200\">4.4</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">32</td> <td width=\"200\">0</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">20</td> <td width=\"200\">-6.7</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">10</td> <td width=\"200\">-12.2</td> </tr> <tr> <td width=\"200\">0</td> <td width=\"200\">-17.8</td> </tr> </tbody></table><br>You don't need to remember everything. But if you know a couple of numbers you can just change the other number slightly. For example, if you know that 80 degrees is about 27 degrees Celsius, then if the temperature is 77 degrees, you can figure that it will be about 25 degrees Celsius. Also, you don't have to be very accurate. In conversation, many people just want general numbers and being off by a half a degree will not do any harm.<br><br>Finally, during the winter months, it gets so cold that the temperature goes below 0 degrees Celsius. Let's practice a few sentences using negative numbers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S9.mp3\">How cold does it usually get in Korea?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S10.mp3\">Usually around minus 5 degrees Celsius, but sometimes it gets as cold as minus 12 degrees.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S11.mp3\">How cold does it get in Alaska?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S12.mp3\">Depending on the area, but it's common for the temperature to be below 0.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S13.mp3\">Is that in Fahrenheit or Celsius?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S14.mp3\">Fahrenheit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L17/sentence/L17S15.mp3\">That means it's 20 below zero!</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember, although numbers below zero are negative numbers, it's not common to say, 'Negative 2 degrees.' It's not wrong to say it and everyone will understand, however, when speaking to many people, almost everyone says 'minus 2 degrees.' Another common way to say it is below zero is to say, '2 below' as in the example above.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=541\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=543\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=6",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters F and V         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: Press the top front teeth against the bottom lip and release as you blow air out.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S2.mp3\">Fiction</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S3.mp3\">Inflicted</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S4.mp3\">Laugh</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S5.mp3\">Even though the story was a <u>fiction</u>, the children were <u>afraid</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S6.mp3\">The damage the car <u>inflicted</u> was too severe to <u>fix</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S7.mp3\">His <u>laugh</u> was so loud, the whole <u>floor</u> was shaking\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S8.mp3\">Vase</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S9.mp3\">Curveball</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S10.mp3\">Believe</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S11.mp3\">This <u>vase</u> is over a hundred years old and is <u>very</u> important to the country\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S12.mp3\">The batter had a hard time hitting the <u>curveball</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S6S13.mp3\">Whether you <u>believe</u> it or not, I was <u>victorious</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=5\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=7\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=104",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P3.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #05         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L31/practice/L31P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the topic of discussion?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Classes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Movies<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sports<br><br>2. What class did he really like?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Economy 101<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Poli-sci<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> English<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Calculus<br><br>3. What was his favorite class?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Biology<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Chemistry<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Business communication<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Philosophy<br><br>4. What word did he use to describe his favorite class?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Amazing<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Terrific<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Educational<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Interesting<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"abcb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Classes<br>2. Poli-Sci<br>3. Business communication<br>4. Terrific         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. How were your classes this semester?\"<br>B: \"They were not too bad. I really liked my poli-sci class.\"<br>A: \"Would you consider it your favorite class?\"<br>B: \"I don't know if I would call it my favorite, but it ranks up there.\"<br>A: \"What class was your favorite then?\"<br>B: \"I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific.\"<br>A: \"I never took that yet. If that was your favorite, I think I will check it out.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=103\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=105\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2035",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2035-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'll help you + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2035-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This lets you inform someone that you are willing to provide assistance. This could refer to something physical or mental, like helping someone to 'think' or 'remember' something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S1.mp3\">I'll help you cook dinner tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S2.mp3\">I'll help you raise money for your charity.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S3.mp3\">I'll help you register for your class online.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S4.mp3\">I'll help you move to your new house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S5.mp3\">I'll help you prevent that from happening again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S6.mp3\">I will help you park your car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S7.mp3\">I will help you provide all the information you need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S8.mp3\">I will help you realize your potential.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S9.mp3\">I will help you stop smoking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E35/sentence/E035S10.mp3\">I will help you shop for groceries.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2034\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2036\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=782",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I was ready to <i><b>throw in the towel</b></i>, but I stayed with it.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Throw in the towel         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Give up; quit; surrender<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When a boxer was getting beaten so badly, the coach or manager would throw a towel in to stop the fight. This phrase can be used outside of boxing to simply express quitting.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S1.mp3\">I was ready to <i><b>throw in the towel</b></i>, but I stayed with it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S2.mp3\">He's not a quitter, so he's not going to <i><b>throw in the towel</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S3.mp3\">I saw a fight last almost two hours before one guy <i><b>threw in the towel</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S4.mp3\">The boxing match is great.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S5.mp3\">One guy is really getting beat up.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S6.mp3\">Do you think he's going to give up?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S7.mp3\">He's not going to <i><b>throw in the towel</b></i>, they rarely do that these days.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S8.mp3\">There's no chance for me to win. I'm calling it quits.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S9.mp3\">I don't think I can win, so I'm going to give up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P15/sentence/P15S10.mp3\">I'd rather surrender than get the hell beaten out of me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=781\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=783\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=398",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/398-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Price and Rules         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/398-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Finally, they will tell you the price and you will have to pay with a credit card.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S1.mp3\">The total will be $184.19.</a>\"</span><br><br>At this time, you can give them your credit card.<br><br>After you pay, they will tell you some rules.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S2.mp3\">The gas tank is full. You should fill it up before you return the car. If you do not, then we charge $3 a gallon.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S3.mp3\">You can pick up your car downstairs. Just show them the invoice and they will have your car ready for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S4.mp3\">You will need to return it by 4pm on the 16th. We charge an additional $8 for every four hours that you are late. Return it to the same place you picked up the car.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S5.mp3\">Please keep this form in the car. Bring it with you when you return the vehicle.</a>\"</span><br><br>The price of $8 is just an example. Make sure you find out if you are not sure you will be late or not.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T8/sentence/T8S6.mp3\">How much do you charge if I am an hour late?</a>\"</span><br><br>After this process, you should have your car and you are ready to drive away.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=397\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=399\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=443",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Office Basics - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I can't get the printer to work.\"<br>B: \"Did you check to see if it had paper?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. That's the first thing I checked.\"<br>B: \"I don't know then. You might have to call the technician.\"<br>A: \"How do I do that?\"<br>B: \"Just tell the admin and she should take care of it.\"<br>A: \"Is there another printer that I can use?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. There's one down the hall next to the supply room.\"<br>A: \"Oh yeah... I remember that one. Thanks.\"<br>B: \"No problem.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you have a lot of work?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm pretty busy. Why?\"<br>A: \"Oh. I needed some help on documenting this process.\"<br>B: \"Does this have to be done right now?\"<br>A: \"The manager wants it by Friday.\"<br>B: \"I'll try to free up my schedule. Remind me again tomorrow morning, and I'll help you in the afternoon.\"<br>A: \"Do you need to read the documents first?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. That would help.\"<br>A: \"I'll print you a copy and then drop them off.\"<br>B: \"Make sure you drop it off before five because I have to leave early.\"<br>A: \"No problem. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/practice/B7P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Are you new here?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I just started yesterday.\"<br>A: \"Welcome aboard. I'm Jack.\"<br>B: \"I'm Mark. Nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"What are you going to be working on?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to work on the planning team. But I haven't started yet. I'm still in training.\"<br>A: \"The planning team is great. Our marketing team works with them closely. We'll end up working together sometimes.\"<br>B: \"That's great. Oh, can I ask you some questions?\"<br>A: \"Sure.\"<br>B: \"Does this company have a casual Friday?\"<br>A: \"Not really. You can get away with wearing slacks, but I've never seen anyone wear jeans.\"<br>B: \"That's alright. Do you know any good places to eat around here?\"<br>A: \"Yeah there's a deli right across the street. They have fresh sandwiches and sometimes hot dishes like teriyaki. It's pretty good.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. Thanks for the info.\"<br>A: \"No problem. If you need anything, I sit right around the corner here.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=442\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=444\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=541",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/541-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Weather - Winter         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/541-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Winter has many differences between locations. Some places might be extremely cold like Korea, New York, Alaska, Greenland, etc, and some places might be perfect like Hawaii, Los Angeles, Mexico and other hot places.<br><br><b>Hot places that enjoy pleasant summer warmth:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S1.mp3\">I don't think we have a winter here. During the winter months, it's still 80 degrees. So everyone loves the winter months because it's not too hot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S2.mp3\">Winter time is the best time to visit because the temperature is the best during January.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S3.mp3\">I like to go to Hawaii for my winter vacations because it's so cold in my home city.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Cold places:</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S4.mp3\">It's freezing out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S5.mp3\">It doesn't snow often, but when it does, it stays around for several weeks because it stays cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S6.mp3\">For 3 months, this city will be covered with a layer of snow because it will never melt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S7.mp3\">It doesn't get too cold here, but it's always raining and very gloomy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L16/sentence/L16S8.mp3\">The winter here is cold and dry. We hardly get any precipitation.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=540\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=542\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=5",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letter H         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: The whole mouth is open. This sound is made by using the vocal chord in the throat. The difference between a h sound and an \"ah\" or an \"eh\" sound is that it is more hollow in the mouth when the air passes.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what it should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S2.mp3\">Home</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S3.mp3\">Doghouse</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S4.mp3\">Helium</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S5.mp3\">After the long day, <u>he</u> went <u>home</u> to sleep\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S6.mp3\">The little puppy didn't like the big <u>doghouse</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S5S7.mp3\">The <u>helium</u> balloons filled the room for the birthday girl\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=4\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=6\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=103",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #04         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What movies was first suggested?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Titanic<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Rocky V<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Last man standing<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Legally Blonde<br><br>2. Why did they not accept the first suggested movie?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He already seen it<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He doesn't like that type of movie<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He needs to watch it with his girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't like horror movies<br><br>3. What type of movie did they end up choosing?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A scary movie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> An action packed movie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> An exciting movie<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A dramatic movie<br><br>4. When are they going to see the movie?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> On the weekend after lunch<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Next week after the final exams<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> On Friday after class<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Tomorrow after class<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dcad\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Legally Blonde<br>2. He needs to watch it with his girlfriend<br>3. A scary movie<br>4. Tomorrow after class         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey, you wanna see a movie tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Sounds like a good plan. What do you want to see?\"<br>A: \"How about Legally Blonde.\"<br>B: \"Ah, my girlfriend wanted to see that movie. I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time. How about The Cube?\"<br>A: \"Isn't that a scary movie?\"<br>B: \"How scary can it be? Come on, it'll be fun.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll give it a try.\"<br>B: \"That's the spirit. I'll see you tomorrow after class.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you tomorrow.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=102\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=104\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You don't have to pay for me. Let's <i><b>go dutch</b></i> today.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Go Dutch         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Each person paying for themselves. For example, going Dutch on a date is indicating both guy and girl will pay for themselves instead of one buying for the other.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Why \"Dutch\" is used in this way is not completely confirmed. One reason is because of Dutch doors that contained two equal parts. Another reason was due to the rivalry between the English and Dutch in the 17th century.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S1.mp3\">You don't have to pay for me. Let's <i><b>go dutch</b></i> today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S2.mp3\">I can't believe John didn't pay for me. We ended up <i><b>going dutch</b></i> on the whole date.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S3.mp3\">I actually prefer <i><b>going dutch</b></i> because I don't want to feel indebt to anyone.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S4.mp3\">How was your date with Sarah?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S5.mp3\">I'm not sure. It was just ok.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S6.mp3\">Why do you say that?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S7.mp3\">She didn't let me pay for her share. She insisted that we <i><b>go dutch</b></i> for everything.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S8.mp3\">I'll pay half of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S9.mp3\">Let's pay together.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P14/sentence/P14S10.mp3\">I didn't pay for her. We paid our own share.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=780\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=782\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=4",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters CH and J         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: Just like the letters D and T, have the tip of your tongue pressed against the top of your mouth right behind the front tooth. At the same time, press your side cheeks inward so both cheeks are firmly pressing against your side teeth. Then slightly blow out.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S2.mp3\">Cherry</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S3.mp3\">Catcher</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S4.mp3\">Batch</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S5.mp3\">The little <u>cherries</u> were very delicious\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S6.mp3\">The <u>catcher</u> gave the wrong signal to the <u>pitcher</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S7.mp3\">The <u>batch</u> of cookies were perfect\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S8.mp3\">Jam</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S9.mp3\">Bridging</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S10.mp3\">Ridge</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S11.mp3\">What is the difference between a <u>jam</u> and a <u>jelly</u> spread\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S12.mp3\"><u>Bridging</u> the gap between the two rivals was very difficult\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S4S13.mp3\">You can see the house just beyond the <u>ridge</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=3\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=5\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you an organized person?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you an organized person?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S1.mp3\">Are you an organized person?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>You can think that this question is stupid. Actually, I do. Everyone will say they are organized. Who will admit otherwise? You should know that everyone will say similar things. Take this time to be creative with your answer. You can use these types of questions to leave a strong impression with a creative answer. Or, if you are not creative, then the best way to answer this question is with an example. Using a story is more believable and easier to remember. Feel free to mix in a little humor to make it more memorable.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S2.mp3\">I'm a very organized person. I like to know exactly what I'm going to do for the day and the week. So I outline my tasks and organize my work load. By doing so, I can organize my time and work better.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S3.mp3\">I believe I'm very organized. I like to organize my work by priority and deadlines. I do this so I can produce the highest quality work in the amount of time I have.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S4.mp3\">I think I'm quite organized. I like my documents and papers in a way where I can retrieve them quickly. I also organize my work in a way where it's easy to see exactly what I'm doing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S5.mp3\">Organization has always come easy to me. I naturally organize things like my desk, time, assignments, and work without thinking about them. This helps me tremendously during times when I'm approaching a deadline.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I10/sentence/I10S6.mp3\">I'm actually a very organized person. It's funny that you mention this because just the other day, my roommate wanted to borrow my suitcase and saw my closet. He made fun of me for organizing my clothes by length and color. I'm like that with everything. It's just so much easier to manage things. However, I'm not picky and don't need to have things in a certain way. I just want things to be organized. So yes, I consider myself organized.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example should only be done if you are confident with your communication abilities. If you appear awkward or if you sound like you are reading this type of answer, it could have a negative effect. Instead, you should make a generic answer if you are uncomfortable with this type of answer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=268\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=270\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=102",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #03         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What types of movies does this person like?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Action and drama<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Drama and science fiction<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Suspense and horror<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Western and horror<br><br>2. Choose one type of movie this person dislikes?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Suspense<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Comedy<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Western<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Action<br><br>3. Why does this person not like horror movies?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Too scary<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Too boring<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Stupid and childish<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Predictable and obvious<br><br>4. How does the person asking the questions think about horror movies?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Entertaining<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Funny<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Scary<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Suspenseful<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Drama and science fiction<br>2. Western<br>3. Stupid and childish<br>4. Entertaining         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What type of movies do you like?\"<br>B: \"I like all sorts of movies, primarily drama and science fiction.\"<br>A: \"That's an interesting combination. How about western movies?\"<br>B: \"Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you like horror? They're entertaining.\"<br>B: \"Some are entertaining, but I find most of them stupid and childish. For example, I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha. I know what you mean. But it's just a movie. They need for the characters to do that.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=101\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=103\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=780",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>We don't got all day, <i><b>make up your mind</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Make up one's mind         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Make a decision<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is usually used when someone can't make a decision. Not only does it mean to make a decision, it also implies to do it quickly.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S1.mp3\">We don't got all day, <i><b>make up your mind</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S2.mp3\"><i><b>Make up your mind</b></i>, we don't have much time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S3.mp3\">I can't <i><b>make up my mind</b></i>. Can you help me decide?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S4.mp3\">If you don't <i><b>make up your mind</b></i>, I'll choose for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S5.mp3\">Both of them look really good. I can't <i><b>make up my mind</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S6.mp3\">I don't know which one to get.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S7.mp3\">They're both pretty good, so just pick one.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S8.mp3\">I always regret it when I pick the wrong one.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S9.mp3\">You're picking between white chocolate or regular chocolate. There is no wrong answer so hurry up and <i><b>make up your mind</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S10.mp3\">I can't decide which one to take.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S11.mp3\">I don't know if I should get the Volvo or the Ford.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P13/sentence/P13S12.mp3\">I like both of them too much to decide.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=779\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=781\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=3",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters G and K         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>This lesson will cover the hard sound for letter G. For the soft sound of letter G, please refer to the CH and J lesson.<br><br>Instruction: The rear portion of your tongue should move up towards the rear part of the mouth, slightly touching it when the sound is made. <br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S2.mp3\">Goose</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S3.mp3\">Together</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S4.mp3\">Tug</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S5.mp3\">The <u>big</u> <u>goose</u> flew off with my <u>golf</u> ball\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S6.mp3\">The <u>guests</u> won't mind if we pay <u>together</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S7.mp3\">The constant <u>tug</u> of the little <u>girl</u> finally woke up the father\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S8.mp3\">Kelly</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S9.mp3\">Making</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S10.mp3\">Potluck</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S11.mp3\">My friend <u>Kelly</u> said she will <u>come</u> by soon\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S12.mp3\">I was <u>making</u> the ingredients for <u>breakfast</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S3S13.mp3\">I didn't need to <u>bake</u> anything for the <u>potluck</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=4\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=540",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/540-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Weather - Summer and Autumn         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/540-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this section, we will learn about the four different seasons along with the difference between Celsius and Fahrenheit. Also, we will learn about weather in different parts of the world. In the next session, we will practice more dialog. But this is a good starting point when learning to hold a conversation about the weather.<br><br><b>Summer:</b><br><br>Depending on the location, summer can be warm and pleasant or unbearably hot and humid. Although you will describe summer in one particular way, you should be aware of how other people describe summer in different parts of the world.<br><br>In Nevada, Arizona, Egypt, or other places that are like deserts, people might say,<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S1.mp3\">Summer is very hot and dry. It's not so bad when we are in the shade.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S2.mp3\">Summer is extremely hot. The sun will burn you if you don't wear sunscreen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S3.mp3\">Because it's not humid, it is easy to get used to.</a>\"</span><br><br>In Seattle, the summer is the best season,<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S4.mp3\">Summer is the only time of year that it doesn't rain much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S5.mp3\">Summer is like paradise in Seattle.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S6.mp3\">If summer wasn't so good here, I would move to a different city.</a>\"</span><br><br>In New York, Korea, or other hot and humid places, people can say,<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S7.mp3\">Summer is both hot and humid here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S8.mp3\">I am always sticky because I sweat so much during the summer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S9.mp3\">Without air conditioning, I don't know how I would survive.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Spring and Fall / Autumn</b><br><br>From my perception, I noticed that spring and autumn are generally pleasant seasons for many areas of the world. I haven't heard enough to say one way or another, so I can only write down what I know.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S10.mp3\">My favorite season is autumn.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S11.mp3\">The only reason I don't like the fall is due to all the leaves I have to rake up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S12.mp3\">Fall is so beautiful because of all the different color leaves everywhere.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S13.mp3\">It rains a lot around here during the fall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S14.mp3\">It gets cold in late autumn.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S15.mp3\">In our country, autumn is just like summer. It's hot and humid.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S16.mp3\">My favorite season is spring because of the budding flowers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S17.mp3\">I love the spring because it's not cold nor hot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L15/sentence/L15S18.mp3\">The spring season here causes a lot of people to sneeze due to all the flowers appearing. Many people with allergies hate the spring.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=555\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=541\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What does failure mean to you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What does failure mean to you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S1.mp3\">What does failure mean to you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is quite simple. I don't see many right answers so this is what I suggest. You can believe in two of the following. One, you believe that failure is not achieving your goal no matter what. Or two, you can believe failure is only when nothing is learned from the failure. I believe in the latter, but you don't have to agree with me.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S2.mp3\">Failure is when I do not reach my goal.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S3.mp3\">I think to fail at something is making a mistake and not learning anything from it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S4.mp3\">To me, failure means to have a goal and not do anything about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S5.mp3\">I think failure is not reaching your potential. If you do not use the resources you have and the resources around you, that's failure because the work or goal could have been done better.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I9/sentence/I9S6.mp3\">I think it's harder to fail than it is to succeed. The reason is, if you fail in a project, you can learn a valuable lesson from your mistake. Learning from the mistake will allow you to improve future projects, or to simply not repeat them. Just because I believe this, doesn't mean I believe it's acceptable to fail at a project, but just in case, I would try to learn everything I can... even when the end result wasn't that good. So, failure to me means making a mistake and having learned nothing from it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Nobody wants a failure. So you can feel that answering like this will be risky. However, this is a solid answer that most people agree with. If the person doesn't like this answer, then you might not want to work for this person. Everyone fails and if you work for someone who doesn't tolerate failure, then you will be in a difficult situation. Even vice presidents of large corporations will believe that learning from mistakes is a valuable lesson. This answer also states that you will do you best not to fail, but just in case, you want to gain something from your experience.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=267\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=269\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Suzie <i><b>gave him a hard time</b></i> for not showing up to her recital.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Give somebody a hard time         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Make someone feel bad for making a mistake.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This can be done by complaining to the person a lot, ignoring the person, giving them a punishment, or anything that will make the person go through a hard or difficult time.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S1.mp3\">Suzie <i><b>gave him a hard time</b></i> for not showing up to her recital.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S2.mp3\">Stop <i><b>giving me a hard time</b></i>. There was nothing I could do about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S3.mp3\">If you don't finish your project, the manager is going to <i><b>give you a hard time</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S4.mp3\">My mom <i><b>gave me a hard time</b></i> for one bad grade on my report card.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S5.mp3\">That's a tough situation. My parents never <i><b>gave me a hard time</b></i> for bad grades.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S6.mp3\">Albert is making it difficult for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P12/sentence/P12S7.mp3\">He's getting on my case about my comment.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=778\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=780\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters D and T         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>Instruction: Have the tip of your tongue pressed against the top of your mouth right behind the front tooth. Then slightly push air separating your tongue and upper mouth.<br><br>Every time the letters D and T are spoken, the tip of your tongue should touch the upper part of your mouth.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S2.mp3\">Dentist</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S3.mp3\">Ladder</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S4.mp3\">Blood</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S5.mp3\">The <u>dentist</u> <u>did</u> a great job on the filling\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S6.mp3\">He was a little nervous climbing <u>down</u> the <u>ladder</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S7.mp3\">The <u>blood</u> on his shirt <u>indicated</u> that he got a cut somewhere\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S8.mp3\">Terrible</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S9.mp3\">Computer</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S10.mp3\">Fast</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S11.mp3\">He <u>felt</u> <u>terrible</u> <u>after</u> <u>eating</u> the soup\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S12.mp3\">His <u>computer</u> <u>stopped</u> working after he <u>installed</u> the service pack\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S2S13.mp3\">The <u>fleet</u> <u>footed</u> runner <u>couldn't</u> be <u>caught</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=3\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=101",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P4.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #02         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What day are they planning on seeing a movie?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Friday<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Saturday<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sunday<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Wednesday<br><br>2. When is the new movie supposed to come out?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Friday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Saturday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sunday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Wednesday<br><br>3. What do they plan on doing before the movie?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Nothing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Eat Dinner<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Play pool<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Eat Lunch<br><br>4. Where do they plan on meeting?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In front of the movie theater<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In front of McDonalds<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In front of Tower Records<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In front of the subway entrance<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"badc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Saturday<br>2. Friday<br>3. Eat Lunch<br>4. In front of Tower Records         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What should we do this Saturday?\"<br>B: \"Rocky six is suppose to come out this Friday.\"<br>A: \"Yeah, but I don't know if it is going to be any good.\"<br>B: \"The only reason I want to see it is because I have seen the previous five.\"<br>A: \"True. Ok. Let's see it this Saturday.\"<br>B: \"How about we hook up for lunch at 12:00, and then go see the movie afterwards.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like a plan. Let's meet in front of Tower Records at 12:00.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=100\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=102\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=001",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pronouncing the letters B and P         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S1.mp3\">Listen to the lesson</a></span><br><br>The letters P and B are similar.<br><br>Instruction: Have your lips pressed together and then slighly push air out of your mouth forcing your lips apart.<br><br>These two letters do not require any nasal sound.<br><br>Here are some words and sentences to help you hear what they should sound like. Click on any word or sentence to hear the correct sound.<br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S2.mp3\">Border</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S3.mp3\">Baseball</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S4.mp3\">Abnormal</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S5.mp3\">The <u>baseball</u> player got hurt when he went to <u>bat</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S6.mp3\">The <u>border</u> patrol was given the <u>best</u> officer award\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S7.mp3\">The <u>Abnormal</u> tissue was <u>being</u> carefully examined\"</a></span><br><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S8.mp3\">Painting</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S9.mp3\">Appeal</a></span><br><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S10.mp3\">Lapse</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S11.mp3\">The <u>painting</u> that was stolen was a <u>precious</u> art <u>piece</u>\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S12.mp3\">The <u>pesty</u> lawyer went to <u>appeal</u> his case\"</a></span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/Pronounce/S1S13.mp3\">The <u>lapse</u> of time caused him to bite his <u>lip</u>\"</a></span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=267",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What does success mean to you?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What does success mean to you?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S1.mp3\">What does success mean to you?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are many things you can say. This type of question doesn't have a wrong answer. All answers will be correct. So the best answer is how good you can make the answer. A mediocre answer will be something like completing a project on time. You can say this, but add another twist to make the answer a little better. Here is an example.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S2.mp3\">To me, success means to have a goal, plan the steps to achieve the goal, implement the plan, and finally achieve the goal.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S3.mp3\">Success means to achieve a goal I have set for myself.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S4.mp3\">Success means to produce high quality work before the deadline.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S5.mp3\">Success to me is knowing that my contributions positively impacted my company.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I8/sentence/I8S6.mp3\">Success to me means completing a task and when looking back, thinking I couldn't have done it better. To succeed is to complete a task or assignment on time in an excellent manner. But that's only half of it. The results should be good and the people involved should gain a valuable lesson or experience. For example, if it was a group project, and only two people out of four really did the work, I wouldn't call that success. If everyone participated and worked together providing a valuable deliverable then it's a success. So I think both the result and the process should be great to call something a success.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is showing that you believe in delivering great quality work. Moreover, it is implying how much you value team work. If you value teamwork highly, then it is safe to assume that you would make a great team player.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=266\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=268\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=555",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Yesterday - The Past - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What did you do last night?\"<br>B: \"I met some friends and we had some drinks at a bar.\"<br>A: \"Did you drink a lot?\"<br>B: \"I got so drunk that I don't remember how I got home.\"<br>A: \"Why did you drink so much?\"<br>B: \"I was so depressed. I just wanted to forget about everything.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How was the airplane ride?\"<br>B: \"It was a twelve hour flight. It was so boring. I tried to sleep but it was too uncomfortable on the plane.\"<br>A: \"How about the movies they play on international flights?\"<br>B: \"I saw both movies they played. I was just unlucky.\"<br>A: \"Did you take a book with you?\"<br>B: \"I accidentally packed it with my luggage that I checked in.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/practice/L14P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What did you do last weekend?\"<br>B: \"I went to a party.\"<br>A: \"How was the party?\"<br>B: \"It was way too crowded and the food was gone before I got there.\"<br>A: \"What time did you get home?\"<br>B: \"It was pretty boring so I left at ten and got home before eleven.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=537\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=540\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=778",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>There's nothing to be scared of. Don't be a <i><b>chicken</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Chicken         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Being afraid or scared<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Chickens are very timid, afraid or scared of many things. It is common to use animals to express traits such as \"sly as a fox\" or \"strong as a bear.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S1.mp3\">There's nothing to be scared of. Don't be a <i><b>chicken</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S2.mp3\">Everyone thinks I'm a <i><b>chicken</b></i> because I didn't go bungee jumping with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S3.mp3\">Stop being a <i><b>chicken</b></i> and just go.</a>\"</span> <br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S4.mp3\">Did you ask Martha on a date?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S5.mp3\">No. I was about to, but I got a little nervous.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S6.mp3\">You're such a <i><b>chicken</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S7.mp3\">I didn't know you were afraid of insects. You're a scaredy cat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S8.mp3\">He's a coward. He wouldn't even go on the rollercoaster ride.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P11/sentence/P11S9.mp3\">Jack is scared of everything. He's such a sissy.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=777\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=779\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=100",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #01         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L23/practice/L23P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What movie do these people plan on watching?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Matrix Revolution<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The Two Towers<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Lord of the Rings<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The Last Samurai<br><br>2. When do they plan on watching the movie?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> On the Weekend<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Tomorrow<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Later in the evening today<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Next Friday<br><br>3. Where do they plan on meeting?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At the subway entrance<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In front of the movie theater<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At starbucks next to the theater<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At home<br><br>4. What time do they plan on meeting?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At 7:30pm after dinner<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At noontime<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At one o'clock<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At 3:45pm<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbac\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Lord of the Rings<br>2. Tomorrow<br>3. At the subway entrance<br>4. At one o'clock         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What are you doing tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Nothing really.\"<br>A: \"Let's watch a movie or something.\"<br>B: \"What's on these days?\"<br>A: \"I think they're playing Lord of the Rings\"<br>B: \"That sounds pretty good. Let's watch that.\"<br>A: \"Where should we meet?\"<br>B: \"How about at the subway entrance.\"<br>A: \"Aright. I'll meet you there at one o'clock.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=101\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2034",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2034-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm thinking of + (verb-ing)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2034-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Thinking' refers to a process of thought, forming an opinion or judgment. When expressing 'I am thinking of' you are letting someone know what you are personally thinking.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S1.mp3\">I'm thinking of checking out the new movie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S2.mp3\">I'm thinking of filming my vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S3.mp3\">I'm thinking of following a healthy diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S4.mp3\">I'm thinking of handing out flyers describing our business.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S5.mp3\">I'm thinking of increasing my work load.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S6.mp3\">I am thinking of introducing myself to him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S7.mp3\">I am thinking of launching a new website.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S8.mp3\">I am thinking of moving to a new city.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S9.mp3\">I am thinking of offering her the position.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E34/sentence/E034S10.mp3\">I am thinking of opening up a store.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2033\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2035\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=397",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/397-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Insurance and Driver License         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/397-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Before giving you a price, they will then ask if you would like insurance or if you have insurance. The price varies. Last time I checked it was approximately $15 a day for insurance.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S1.mp3\">Would you like insurance on the car?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S2.mp3\">How much is insurance?</a>\"</span><br><br>They will also ask who is going to be the driver.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S3.mp3\">Who is going to be the driver?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S4.mp3\">How many people are going to drive?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S5.mp3\">Are all the drivers at least 25 years old?</a>\"</span><br><br>You will have to provide a driver's license. If you are from a different country then you should at least have an international driver's license prepared from your country.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S6.mp3\">Can I see your driver's license?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S7.mp3\">May I have your driver's license?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T7/sentence/T7S8.mp3\">I will need to see your driver's license.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=396\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=398\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=266",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you could change one thing about your personality, what would it be and why?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If you could change one thing about your personality, what would it be and why?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S1.mp3\">If you could change one thing about your personality, what would it be and why?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is another variation to the weakness question. You can provide a similar type of question unless it is the same person asking them. To answer this question, think of a person you respect and the trait they have that you really like. I used to have a manager that was very patient and explained things very carefully. I really liked this trait, so I'm going to provide the long answer by using this example. But first, let's look at some short answers.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S2.mp3\">I get easily frustrated at people who don't work very hard. But I know people have different work styles and different work habits. So if I could change something, I would like to be more understanding.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S3.mp3\">I have high expectations and I have these expectations on others. I think if I was more understanding, I could help other workers improve instead of being disappointed.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S4.mp3\">I would like to be more of a risk taker. I always do my work and complete it at an exceptional level, but sometimes taking a risk can make the work even better. I'm working on this by thinking the issue through and weighing the pros and cons.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S5.mp3\">I would like to be more of an extrovert. I'm a little quiet and a little closer to the introvert side. I would like to change this because I would appear more friendly.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I7/sentence/I7S6.mp3\">I wish I was more patient with people. I remember a manager I had a couple of years ago. He was very patient with everyone. Even workers that were not that smart and failed to understand a concept to perform the job. I remember thinking how can this person who can't understand this concept continue to work here. My manager took a different approach. He was understanding of this worker and explained the concept in a different way. He even explained how to view problems from a different perspective. That helped this worker and in time that worker became a strong contributor. So if I could change one thing about me, I would like to be more patient and understanding. I'm taking the steps to change for the better by remembering the actions of my past manager whenever I'm in a similar situation.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a little long, but if you can speak smoothly, it shows off your communication skills. Also, the content of the answer is not that bad. They want a personality problem, and this answer is showing impatience while indicating that you understand difficult concepts easily. It also shows that you are working on correcting the bad behavior.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=265\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=267\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=442",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/442-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General Office         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/442-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you can't find a file, you can ask around.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S1.mp3\">Do you know where the ABC file is at?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S2.mp3\">Do you have the ABC file?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S3.mp3\">Is anybody using the ABC file right now?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S4.mp3\">Did you check the file cabinet? It should be there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S5.mp3\">Check the bin. Sometimes people throw it in there after they are done.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S6.mp3\">Oh... it's on my desk. I forgot to put it back.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S7.mp3\">It's in my office. I'll get it for you.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you see a file or a book you need on someone's desk, you can ask to borrow it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S8.mp3\">Are you using this book right now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S9.mp3\">Can I borrow this book?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S10.mp3\">Are you finished with this file?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S11.mp3\">Are you done with this report?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S12.mp3\">Can I use this file?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you need something, it is common to ask around. Here are some examples of what you might need in the office.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S13.mp3\">Do you have an extra mouse? Mine broke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S14.mp3\">Do you have another network cable? The one I have is too short.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S15.mp3\">Do you have a blank floppy disk I can have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S16.mp3\">I ran out of labels. Do you have any I can have?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S17.mp3\">Can I borrow your stapler?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S18.mp3\">Do you have a hole puncher?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B7/sentence/B7S19.mp3\">Do you have a staple remover by any chance?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=441\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=443\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It's not a great position, but at least my <i><b>foot is in the door</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Get foot in the door         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Taking or passing the first step of a longer process; Generally used when referring to an entry level position that will eventually lead to better opportunities.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: There is no use trying to get to the 10th floor if you can't even get through the door. So getting through the door is extremely important. This statement expresses optimism.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S1.mp3\">It's not a great position, but at least my <i><b>foot is in the door</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S2.mp3\">I need to find a way to <i><b>get my foot in the door</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S3.mp3\">I'm doing an internship for SK Telecom. It's an opportunity to <i><b>get my foot in the door</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S4.mp3\">Did you find a job yet?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S5.mp3\">No. I'm still looking.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S6.mp3\">With the sagging economy, it's hard to find a job.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S7.mp3\">Yeah. I'm even considering a lower position. At least I'll have <i><b>my foot in the door</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S8.mp3\">I'm working in the mail room. But I'm hoping I can change positions now that I'm in the company.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P10/sentence/P10S9.mp3\">I hate my position, but it's the only way I could start in this company.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=776\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=778\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=396",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/396-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Duration and General Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/396-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In order to verify if they can give you the car you requested, they need to know how long you will need the car for.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S1.mp3\">How long will you be needing the car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S2.mp3\">How long will you be renting the car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S3.mp3\">When do you need the car till?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S4.mp3\">I'll need the car for two weeks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S5.mp3\">I want to rent it for one week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S6.mp3\">I need it for 4 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S7.mp3\">I need it for just a day.</a>\"</span><br><br>They might ask you to fill out a form, or they might ask you many questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S8.mp3\">What is your last name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S9.mp3\">What is your first name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S10.mp3\">Are you a United States resident?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S11.mp3\">What country are you from?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T6/sentence/T6S12.mp3\">What is your address?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=395\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=397\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you want to be doing five years from now?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you want to be doing five years from now?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S1.mp3\">What do you want to be doing five years from now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S2.mp3\">Where do you see yourself in five years?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a similar question to the short term question, but you should answer it a little differently. Here are some examples.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S3.mp3\">In five years, I see myself as a valued employee of a company. I want to be an expert at my position and start training to be a manager.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S4.mp3\">In five years, I want to be a senior analyst. I want my expertise to directly impact the company in a positive way.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S5.mp3\">My goal is to become a lead in five years. Although not everyone gets promoted to this level, I believe I can achieve this goal through hard work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S6.mp3\">Although I really enjoy working hands on as a mechanical engineer, I want to eventually become a manager. I want to continue gaining experience, and after learning many different aspects, I see myself in management.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S7.mp3\">Five years from now, I would like to see myself in a management position. I'm going to be learning and gaining practical experience until then, but eventually, I want to become a marketing manager. I know there are a lot of things to learn, but I'm going to be working hard for the next five years. I believe opportunities come to great workers and I'm going to try to be one of them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I6/sentence/I6S8.mp3\">Five years from now, I want to be a senior sales manager. I'm currently training to become a manager, and if I continue to work hard, I feel I'll have a management position soon. After gaining several years of experience as a sales manager, I want to be in a position where I can train and provide my expertise to newer sales managers.</a>\"</span><br><br>Both answers display characteristics of working hard. The second example also mentions that he or she wants to train newer managers. This is a good answer because it targets one good trait about upper management... the ability to train managers.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=264\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=266\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Yesterday - The Past - Example Conversation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/537-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Study some examples and then we will be at the practice session.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S1.mp3\">Why didn't you come to my party last night?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S2.mp3\">I'm sorry I couldn't make it. I had to go visit my grandmother at the hospital.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S3.mp3\">Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Is she doing ok?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S4.mp3\">They just completed a small operation and the doctors said she should recover.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S5.mp3\">Did you get a chance to go to that new restaurant down the street?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S6.mp3\">Yeah. I ordered the special, but the server screwed up my order.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S7.mp3\">That sucks. So what ended up happening?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S8.mp3\">They finally got my steak out, but it was overcooked. It was a terrible experience.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S9.mp3\">What did you do last weekend?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S10.mp3\">I went on a date with Sammy.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S11.mp3\">Really? How was it?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S12.mp3\">I couldn't ask for a better night. We talked all throughout our two hour dinner, and then we sat by the river and cuddled in the night.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S13.mp3\">Didn't you finish finals week?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S14.mp3\">Don't remind me. I think I failed most of the exams.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S15.mp3\">Why did you do so terrible?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L14/sentence/L14S16.mp3\">My mind just went blank. I think I overloaded my brain. I just couldn't concentrate during the exams.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=536\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=555\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I got into a small accident. It was just a <em><strong>fender-bender</strong></em>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fender bender         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A small car accident<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Fender\" is the car body part that is right above the tire. \"Bender\" is derived from bend. Since the fender is a small part compared to the hood and door, and bend is not as bad as break or crack, combining these two indicates that the accident is very small. Like a small dent or scratch.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S1.mp3\">I got into a small accident. It was just a <em><strong>fender-bender</strong></em>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S2.mp3\">I got into a <em><strong>fender bender</strong></em> in the parking lot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S3.mp3\">I can’t believe the damage is going to cost me 800 bucks. It was just a <em><strong>fender bender</strong></em>.</a>\"</span><br><br><strong>A:</strong> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S4.mp3\">I got into a car accident.</a>\"</span><br><strong>B:</strong> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S5.mp3\">That sucks. You didn’t get hurt did you?</a>\"</span><br><strong>A:</strong> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S6.mp3\">No. It was just a <em><strong>fender bender</strong></em>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S7.mp3\">It was a small accident.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P9/sentence/P9S8.mp3\">I rear ended him, but luckily there was no damage.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=775\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=777\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2033",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2033-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm sorry to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2033-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Saying you are 'sorry to' expresses a feeling of sympathy or regret.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S1.mp3\">I'm sorry to be so late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S2.mp3\">I'm sorry to hear about your sick mother.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S3.mp3\">I'm sorry to waste your time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S4.mp3\">I'm sorry to make you feel so sad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S5.mp3\">I'm sorry to frighten you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S6.mp3\">I'm sorry to disagree with your decision.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S7.mp3\">I'm sorry to call so late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S8.mp3\">I'm sorry to admit what I did.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E33/sentence/E033S9.mp3\">I'm sorry to end this relationship.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2032\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2034\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=441",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/441-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Giving/Asking Business Cards         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/441-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S1.mp3\">Do you have a business card?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S2.mp3\">Could I have one of your business cards?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S3.mp3\">Can I have your business card?</a>\"</span><br><br>Responding to these questions are very easy. You can just say 'sure' or 'no problem.'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S4.mp3\">Can I get your phone number or email address?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S5.mp3\">What is the best way to contact you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S6.mp3\">Can I get your contact information?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S7.mp3\">Let me give you one of my business cards.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S8.mp3\">My contact information is on my business card. Let me give you one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S9.mp3\">You can reach me by calling the number on my business card.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B6/sentence/B6S10.mp3\">My email address is on my business card.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=440\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=442\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=775",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What a gloomy day. It makes me <i><b>feel blue</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Feel blue         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Feel sad<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Long time ago, blue was related to the rain. Whenever the fictional god Zeus was sad, he would make it rain (crying).<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S1.mp3\">What a gloomy day. It makes me <i><b>feel blue</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S2.mp3\">Whenever I <i><b>feel blue</b></i>, I like to listen to upbeat music.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S3.mp3\">Matt's <i><b>feeling</b></i> a little <i><b>blue</b></i> right now. Let's go cheer him up.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S4.mp3\">Where is Matt these days? I haven't seen him in a while.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S5.mp3\">He <i><b>feels a little blue</b></i> because he can't find a girlfriend.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S6.mp3\">Let's go cheer him up.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S7.mp3\">I feel a little depressed right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S8.mp3\">I don't know why, but I just feel sad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P8/sentence/P8S9.mp3\">Even though it's a nice day, I feel gloomy inside.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=774\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=776\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=395",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/395-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Car Availability         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/395-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you travel, it is common to rent a car. You will either call and make a reservation, or you will rent one by walking up to the counter. We will cover both scenarios here.<br><br><b>At the Counter</b><br><br>If you are at the airport, you can ask an airport employee, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S1.mp3\">where is the rental car booth?</a>\"</span> or <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S2.mp3\">where can I rent a car?</a>\"</span><br><br>After you arrive at the place, you will ask if you any cars are available. Here is a common script.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S3.mp3\">Hi. I would like to rent a car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S4.mp3\">Do you have any cars available?</a>\"</span><br><br>They might ask, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S5.mp3\">Did you make a reservation?</a>\"</span> In this scenario, you didn't so you can answer, 'no.' If they don't have any cars available, they will say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S6.mp3\">I'm sorry, we do not have any cars available today.</a>\"</span> If that is the case, then go to the next counter. Most airports have numerous car rental booths so you can keep asking until you find a company that has a car available. If you are going during peak vacation periods, it might be good to call and reserve one. But let's continue with this scenario.<br><br>If they have a car available, they will ask what type of car or what size.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S7.mp3\">What size car would you like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S8.mp3\">What type of car would you like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S9.mp3\">What type of car do you need?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S10.mp3\">What sizes do you have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S11.mp3\">What are my options?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S12.mp3\">We have compact, midsize, full size, luxury, SUV, and a minivan.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S13.mp3\">How much is the full size car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S14.mp3\">How much is the midsize car?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S15.mp3\">How many does the full size car seat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S16.mp3\">How many can fit in the midsize car?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T5/sentence/T5S17.mp3\">I'll take a midsize car.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=394\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=396\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=264",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What are your short term goals?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are your short term goals?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S1.mp3\">What are your short term goals?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question primarily depends on where you are in your career. A person with 5 years of experience will have different short term goals than a person with no work experience. I'll give an example for both scenarios. But first, here are some short answers.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S2.mp3\">My short term goal is to find a position where I can use the knowledge and strengths that I have. I want to partake in the growth and success of the company I work for.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S3.mp3\">I've learned the basics of marketing during my first two years. I want to take the next step by taking on challenging projects. My short term goal is to grow as a marketing analyst.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S4.mp3\">As a program manager, it's important to understand all areas of the project. Although I have the technical abilities to be successful in my job, I want to learn different software applications that might help in work efficiency.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S5.mp3\">My goal is to always perform at an exceptional level. But a short term goal I have set for myself is to implement a process that increases work efficiency.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S6.mp3\">My short term goal is to learn everything I can about marketing. I want to find a position where I can contribute what I've learned through education and to gain real life experience. I believe the next couple of years will be very important to me and my immediate goal is to learn and become skilled in all aspects of marketing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I4/sentence/I4S7.mp3\">My short term goal is to get into a management position. The last five years of my career, I've concentrated on learning and acquiring all the skills needed to perform excellent work. Recently, I've taken more responsibilities in management because I eventually want to become a sales manager. I'm excited about the last few assignments I completed because it involved working with vendors and partners while managing a small group of workers. So I hope to be in a management position within a year or two and I feel I'm doing a diligent job by volunteering for extra work to gain more experience.</a>\"</span><br><br>The first example is a person straight out of school. Learning is a good short term goal to have because it shows that you will be trying hard in your job. The second example is more detailed because that person has several years of experience. Anybody can say they want a management position, but this candidate is taking it a step further by showing the steps he is taking to achieve the short term goal. Thus, it becomes a stronger answer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=263\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=265\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Yesterday - The Past - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/536-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When asking questions about the past, you can ask questions like:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S1.mp3\">How did you enjoy the movie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S2.mp3\">What time did you get home last night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S3.mp3\">How was your date with Jackie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S4.mp3\">How was the traffic going to the airport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S5.mp3\">What have you been up to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S6.mp3\">What did you do last weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S7.mp3\">How was the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S8.mp3\">How come you didn't come to class yesterday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S9.mp3\">How did your presentation go?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some ways you can answer these types of questions. Remember to use past tense because these actions already occurred.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S10.mp3\">How did you enjoy the movie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S11.mp3\">It was a long movie, but overall, the movie was great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S12.mp3\">I really didn't like the movie. It was slow and boring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S13.mp3\">I enjoyed the movie so much that I saw it again.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S14.mp3\">What time did you get home last night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S15.mp3\">I got home at two in the morning.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S16.mp3\">I didn't make it home until eleven last night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S17.mp3\">I made it home at midnight.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S18.mp3\">How was your date with Jackie?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S19.mp3\">The date went so well. We had dinner at a seafood restaurant. And then we saw a movie together.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S20.mp3\">I don't think it went too well. We hardly had anything to talk about. I really thought Jackie was bored to death.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S21.mp3\">The date was alright. She called me this morning to go out again, but I haven't responded yet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S22.mp3\">What have you been up to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S23.mp3\">I just graduated from school so I'm happy that I'm done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S24.mp3\">I met Jackie yesterday and we spent the evening together in a nice restaurant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S25.mp3\">The only thing I have done in the last three months is computer games.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S26.mp3\">What did you do last weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S27.mp3\">Last weekend, I visited my parents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S28.mp3\">I went golfing on Saturday. I shot a great score.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S29.mp3\">I stayed home and watched TV all weekend long.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S30.mp3\">How come you didn't come to class yesterday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S31.mp3\">I was very sick yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S32.mp3\">I missed the bus and by the time I got to campus, class was already over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S33.mp3\">I slept in because I didn't hear the alarm ring.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S34.mp3\">How did your presentation go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S35.mp3\">It went ok. A few of the people asked some tough questions, but overall it was good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S36.mp3\">I messed up so bad. I brought the wrong folder from my office so I didn't have any notes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L13/sentence/L13S37.mp3\">It was the best presentation of the day. My boss told me I was organized, focused, and spoke clearly.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=535\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=537\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You <i><b>read my mind</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Read one's mind         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: When someone says something that you were also thinking about.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a stronger way of saying, \"I was thinking of that too.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P7/sentence/P7S1.mp3\">You <i><b>read my mind</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P7/sentence/P7S2.mp3\">I was going to suggest that. You must have <i><b>read my mind</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P7/sentence/P7S3.mp3\">Do you want to go play pool?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P7/sentence/P7S4.mp3\">You <i><b>read my mind</b></i>. That's exactly what I was thinking too.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=773\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=775\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      At the Airport - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/practice/T4P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/practice/T4P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/practice/T4P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Welcome. May I have your tickets?\"<br>B: \"Here you go.\"<br>A: \"Is anybody else traveling with you two?\"<br>B: \"No. It's just us.\"<br>A: \"Do you have your passports with you?\"<br>B: \"Yes. Here it is.\"<br>A: \"I'm going to ask you a series of questions. Please respond with a yes or a no.\"<br>B: \"Ok.\"<br>A: \"Did someone you do not know ask you to take something on the plane with you?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"Did you have possession of your luggage since you packed?\"<br>B: \"Yes.\"<br>A: \"Did you leave your luggage unattended at all in the airport?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"Are you carrying any weapons or firearms?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"Are you carrying any flammable material?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"Do you have any perishable food items?\"<br>B: \"No.\"<br>A: \"Great. Can you place your baggage over here?\"<br>B: \"Sure.\"<br>A: \"Would you like an aisle or a window seat?\"<br>B: \"Window seat please.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I am placing you two in 21A and 21B. The gate number is C2. It is on the bottom of the ticket. They will start boarding 20 minutes before the departure time. C2 is located around the corner through the hall. Thank you.\"<br>B: \"Can you point me to gate C2?\"<br>A: \"Sure. It's that way. Around that corner.\"<br>B: \"Great. Thank you.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=390\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=395\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You're beginning to <i><b>get on my nerves</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Get on one's nerves         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone or something is bothering you.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Your body uses your \"nerves\" to feel any sensation such as a tap on the shoulder, a poke, a hot fire that is too close, or anything else. In this phrase, \"nerves\" is not used in a physical way, but to express that they are <b>feeling</b> bothered by what is happening.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S1.mp3\">You're beginning to <i><b>get on my nerves</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S2.mp3\">Will you please stop doing that? It's <i><b>getting on my nerves</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S3.mp3\">His whining is <i><b>getting on my nerves</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S4.mp3\">He doesn't like his birthday present.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S5.mp3\">He's starting to <i><b>get on my nerves</b></i>. It's one thing to not like it, but it's another to complain about it. We tried our best to get him a good present.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S6.mp3\">Yeah. It's bothering me too.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S7.mp3\">You're beginning to annoy me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P5/sentence/P5S8.mp3\">His complaints are starting to bother me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=771\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=773\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=771",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Let's <i><b>call it a day</b></i>. I'm too tired to continue working.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Call it a day         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to express that the work day is over.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Call it\" is often times used to make a decision. When you add \"day\" to this, then a person is making a decision to say that the day is over. This is mostly used to end a working day.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S1.mp3\">Let's <i><b>call it a day</b></i>. I'm too tired to continue working.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S2.mp3\">We can't continue working without Mike, so let's <i><b>call it a day</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S3.mp3\">It's already nine o'clock. Let's <i><b>call it a day</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S4.mp3\">How much more work do we have for tonight?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S5.mp3\">I think we finished everything for the day.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S6.mp3\">Good. Let's <i><b>call it a day</b></i> then.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S7.mp3\">Let's turn in for the night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P4/sentence/P4S8.mp3\">I think we should pick it up from the morning.</a>\"</span><br>pick it up = continue<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=770\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=772\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=263",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What are your long term goals?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are your long term goals?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S1.mp3\">What are your long term goals?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is asked to see how serious a candidate is about his or her career. Some people might not know their long term goals, and some people might have long term goals of becoming rich and retiring early. Those are incorrect answers for this question. The type of answer you want to give is an ambitious answer that shows you really love your career. A good interviewer will read between the lines and find out if a person is going to be a hard worker or just a mediocre one. Being descriptive and shooting for a big goal is something interviewers want to hear.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S2.mp3\">I would like to become a director or higher. This might be a little ambitious, but I know I'm smart, and I'm willing to work hard.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S3.mp3\">After a successful career, I would love to write a book on office efficiency. I think working smart is important and I have many ideas. So after gaining more experience, I'm going to try to write a book.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S4.mp3\">I've always loved to teach. I like to grow newer employees and help co-workers where ever I can. So in the future, I would love to be an instructor.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S5.mp3\">I want to become a valued employee of a company. I want to make a difference and I'm willing to work hard to achieve this goal. I don't want a regular career, I want a special career that I can be proud of.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I5/sentence/I5S6.mp3\">My long term goal is to become a partner for a consulting firm. I know the hard work involved in achieving this goal, and I know that many people fail to become a partner. That's not going to stop me from working hard, learning everything I can, and contributing to a company where I'll become a valuable asset. I know it's not a guarantee, but becoming a partner is a long term goal of mine, and I am going to work towards this goal throughout my career.</a>\"</span><br><br>This example shows a candidate with a big goal. This person identifies the difficulty of the goal and shows the steps required to achieve this goal. Despite the difficulty, this candidate shows he or she will not get discouraged with difficult situations and will never give up. It is a short answer that goes a long way.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=261\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=264\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=390",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/390-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Finding the Gate         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/390-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>They will usually tell you what gate you should go to, but if you need to ask again, I will provide an example question. Also, you might need to ask someone where the gate is located.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S1.mp3\">Which gate did you say it was?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S2.mp3\">What was the gate number again?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S3.mp3\">Can you point me towards the gate?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S4.mp3\">How do I get to the gate again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S5.mp3\">How do I get to gate C2?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T4/sentence/T4S6.mp3\">Where is gate C2?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=389\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=394\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=439",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/439-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Company Policies         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/439-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Every company has their own rules about animals, dress code, break time, vacation time, and many other policies. Let's take a moment to learn how to ask about these policies.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S1.mp3\">How long are we allowed for lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S2.mp3\">How long is our lunch break?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S3.mp3\">If I only take a 30 minute lunch, can I leave 30 minutes earlier?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S4.mp3\">What time should I report to work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S5.mp3\">Is there a strict policy on working hours?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S6.mp3\">Are we allowed to start work an hour later if we work an hour more?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S7.mp3\">What is the dress code here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S8.mp3\">Are we allowed to wear casual clothes on Friday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S9.mp3\">Does this company have the casual Friday thing?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S10.mp3\">If I have ten vacation days, am I allowed to use them all at once?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S11.mp3\">What holidays do we have off?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S12.mp3\">Do our vacation days expire?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S13.mp3\">Does this company allow telecommuting?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B4/sentence/B4S14.mp3\">Are we allowed to work from home?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=438\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=440\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2032",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2032-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm working on + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2032-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'I'm' is a contraction for the words 'I am.' The phrase 'working on' relays a physical or mental effort towards an accomplishment.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S1.mp3\">I'm working on a big project.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S2.mp3\">I'm working on training my dog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S3.mp3\">I'm working on making new friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S4.mp3\">I'm working on educating myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S5.mp3\">I'm working on my homework.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S6.mp3\">I am working on painting a house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S7.mp3\">I am working on a new idea.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S8.mp3\">I am working on my computer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E32/sentence/E032S9.mp3\">I'm working on my website.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2031\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2033\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm <i><b>sick and tired</b></i> of eating the same thing for lunch everyday.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sick and Tired         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when you no longer enjoy something because you have done it too many times.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: It is common to say, \"I'm sick of it\" or \"I'm tired of it.\" Both of these are negative terms. If you have to do something again, it will either make you feel sick or tired because you do not enjoy it.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S1.mp3\">I'm <i><b>sick and tired</b></i> of eating the same thing for lunch everyday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S2.mp3\">I'm getting <i><b>sick and tired</b></i> of this song. They play it way too often at this club.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S3.mp3\">I'm <i><b>sick and tired</b></i> of listening to him nag all the time.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S4.mp3\">Where are you going for lunch today?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S5.mp3\">I don't know... how about a burger?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S6.mp3\">No. I eat that almost everyday. I'm getting <i><b>sick and tired</b></i> of them.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S7.mp3\">Let's go eat teriyaki then.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S8.mp3\">I'm getting sick of this phone. I think I'll buy a new one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P3/sentence/P3S9.mp3\">I'm tired of the same routine. I need to find something new and different.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=769\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=771\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=535",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Yesterday - The Past - General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/535-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In daily conversation, talking about the past is done very frequently. Whenever you meet a friend, you always tell each other what you have been doing recently. Friends are always interested in each other so they want to know how you have been spending your time in the past.<br><br>Today's lesson is going to target past tense communication. This goes hand in hand with the last two lessons and changing a few words around can make a future or present tense sentence into a past tense sentence.<br><br>To begin, here are a couple of sentences that are common to say:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S1.mp3\">I went to the airport yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S2.mp3\">I met Bob last week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S3.mp3\">I was an hour late for my meeting.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S4.mp3\">I went to the bus stop, but I was 30 seconds late. A person on the street told me the bus just went by.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S5.mp3\">I completed that task this morning.</a>\"</span><br><br>Speaking in the past requires past tense words. Let's take a closer examination for the sentences above.<br><br><table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\"> <tbody><tr> <td width=\"150\">Past Tense</td> <td width=\"150\">Present Tense</td> <td width=\"150\">Future Tense</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Went</td> <td>Go</td> <td>Going to go</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Met</td> <td>Meet</td> <td>Will meet</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Was</td> <td>Am</td> <td>Going to be</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Completed</td> <td>Complete</td> <td>Will complete</td> </tr> </tbody></table><br>As you can see by some of the examples in the chart, some words change when speaking in the past tense.<br><br>Besides some words that change, many times a word with the letter 'd' or 'ed' at the end changes the word to past tense. Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S6.mp3\">I was being polite so I opened the door for him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S7.mp3\">I stapled the papers together to keep them organized.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S8.mp3\">The paper ripped on the bottom, so I taped them together.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S9.mp3\">I switched the presents around because I found out Jane doesn't like red lipstick.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S10.mp3\">I was very interested in the topic so I paid close attention.</a>\"</span><br><br>The tricky part is to know when to add a 'd' to the end of a word to make it past tense. There are exceptions that can cause confusion, for example,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S11.mp3\">I rode my bike to school.</a>\"</span> It would be incorrect to say, 'I rided...'<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S12.mp3\">I built the house from scratch.</a>\"</span> Incorrect way is to say, 'I builded...'<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L12/sentence/L12S13.mp3\">I sat on the chair next to the emergency exit.</a>\"</span> Incorrect way is to say, 'sitted...'<br><br>So remember to use past tense words correctly or the other person might not understand what you are saying.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=554\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=536\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=261",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What are your weaknesses?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are your weaknesses?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S1.mp3\">What are your weaknesses?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>For this answer, you should display a weakness that can be seen as a strength. There are many types of answers that will work. Some answers will be good answers for certain jobs, while the same answer will be a bad answer for a different job. Select an answer that will work for the position you are applying for. Here are a few examples.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S2.mp3\">This might be bad, but in college I found that I procrastinated a lot. I realized this problem, and I'm working on it by finishing my work ahead of schedule.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S3.mp3\">I feel my weakness is not being detail oriented enough. I'm a person that wants to accomplish as much as possible. I realized this hurts the quality and I'm currently working on finding a balance between quantity and quality.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S4.mp3\">I feel my English ability is my weakest trait. I know this is only a temporary problem. I'm definitely studying hard to communicate more effectively.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S5.mp3\">The weakest trait I struggled with was not asking for help. I always try to solve my own problems instead of asking a co-worker who might know the answer. This would save me more time and I would be more efficient. I'm working on knowing when it would be beneficial to ask for help.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S6.mp3\">I think my weakest trait is my impatience. Whenever I work in a team and a member is not performing up to my expectations, I can get impatient and annoyed. I understand if they are working hard and their portion is difficult, but sometimes a person can't do the assignment due to incompetence or laziness. A while back I would get frustrated and start complaining, but I realized that I can help out by explaining things to some people and encouraging lazy people by reminding them of deadlines. I know it's bad to be impatient, but I'm definitely working on it.</a>\"</span><br><br> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I3/sentence/I3S7.mp3\">I'm too detail oriented. I never want to leave anything out and I want everything to be perfect. This is bad because it slows down my work. Initially, I tried to work faster to compensate, but that only made me sloppy. So I decided to put more emphasis on priority and planning. By doing so, I'm hoping that I can make the proper decisions on what to work on and what to intentionally leave out.</a>\"</span><br><br>Both of these examples show an answer that is acceptable. Although being impatient is not good, it shows that you are a quick learner and that you like efficiency. The second displays a person that is detail oriented, which can be seen as a good trait. Finally, both answers identify the weakness and show the actions of correcting it.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=260\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=263\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Requesting Equipment         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/438-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S1.mp3\">I'm out of staples. Do we have any more in the supply room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S2.mp3\">The supply room is running low on pens. I think we should get more.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S3.mp3\">My monitor is very old. It's a little blurry and it gives me a headache when I look at it for a long duration. Could I get a new monitor?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S4.mp3\">My computer is too slow. It slows down my work. I would like a faster computer. It will increase my efficiency on many of my tasks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S5.mp3\">I would like an ergonomic keyboard. I can type much faster with those.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S6.mp3\">Can I get a new chair? This one is so uncomfortable.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B3/sentence/B3S7.mp3\">Can you get me a headset for the telephone? I'm on the phone most of the day and I would like to free up my hands.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=437\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=439\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         At the Counter         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/389-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you first reach the counter, you should give them your ticket and your passport. The first question they usually ask is how many are traveling with you.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S1.mp3\">Is anybody traveling with you today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S2.mp3\">Is anybody else traveling with you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S3.mp3\">Are just you two traveling today?</a>\"</span><br><br>All airlines have a list of questions they have to ask you. Let's look at some of these questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S4.mp3\">Did someone you do not know ask you to take something on the plane with you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S5.mp3\">Did you have possession of your luggage since you packed?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S6.mp3\">Did you leave your luggage unattended at all in the airport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S7.mp3\">Are you carrying any weapons or firearms?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S8.mp3\">Are you carrying any flammable material?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S9.mp3\">Do you have any perishable food items?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you don't understand, you can't say yes or no to all of them. The correct answer for some of them is 'no' and some of them is 'yes'.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S10.mp3\">How many pieces of luggage are you checking in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S11.mp3\">Do you have a carry on?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S12.mp3\">Can you place your bag up here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S13.mp3\">How many carry on bags are you taking with you?</a>\"</span><br><br>Afterwards, they might ask if you prefer an aisle seat or a window seat.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S14.mp3\">Do you prefer window or aisle?</a>\"</span><br><br>If they are out of aisle seats, they will ask you if window is ok.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S15.mp3\">We do not have any aisle seats remaining. Is a window seat ok with you or would you prefer a middle seat?</a>\"</span><br><br>Some people like to be by the emergency exit. You can ask for that seat.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S16.mp3\">Do you have a seat next to the emergency exit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S17.mp3\">Can I have a seat closest to the emergency exit?</a>\"</span><br><br>If they do, then you will get a seat by the exit, but if they don't, they will try to give you one that is close.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S18.mp3\">All the seats next to the exit have been taken. I have a seat directly in front of it. Would you like that one?</a>\"</span><br><br>Finally, they will tell you the gate number and the boarding time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T3/sentence/T3S19.mp3\">Here are your tickets. The gate number is on the bottom of the ticket. They will start boarding 20 minutes before the departure time. You should report to gate C2 by then. C2 is around the corner and down the hall. Thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=388\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=390\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Hey Jared. Mom told me to tell you that you shouldn't stay out too late.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You've got to be kidding         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: This is used when a true statement is ridiculous.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Kidding\" is the same as joking. When a person hears something that is true, but it is not expected, the person will use this idiom to express that the statement is ridiculous.<br><br><b>A:</b> <span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S1.mp3\">Hey Jared. Mom told me to tell you that you shouldn't stay out too late.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S2.mp3\"><i><b>You've got to be kidding me</b></i>. I'm 30 years old.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S3.mp3\">Patrick won the school election by two votes.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S4.mp3\">He's not that popular how did this happen?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S5.mp3\">Nobody voted because they expected Jason to win.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S6.mp3\"><i><b>You've got to be kidding me</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S7.mp3\">I really hope you're wrong.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P2/sentence/P2S8.mp3\">Please tell me it ain't so.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=768\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=770\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=768",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I have nothing to do. I'm <i><b>bored to death</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bored to death         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Very bored<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Death is the worst thing, so using it to compare how you feel is telling someone that you are <b>very</b> bored.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S1.mp3\">I have nothing to do. I'm <i><b>bored to death</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S2.mp3\">I hate it when I'm <i><b>bored to death</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S3.mp3\">Would you rather be super busy or <i><b>bored to death</b></i>?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S4.mp3\">Hey Seth, what are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S5.mp3\">I'm reading a book. What are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S6.mp3\">I'm <i><b>bored to death</b></i>. Let's do something.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S7.mp3\">Sure. Come over and we can play some games.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S8.mp3\">I'm so bored, I could die.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P1/sentence/P1S9.mp3\">I'm dying of boredom.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=769\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=260",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What are your strengths?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What are your strengths?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S1.mp3\">What are your strengths?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a popular interview question. They want to know what you think of yourself. Although this is a general question, there is a wrong and right answer. The wrong answer is a generic answer saying you are organized and friendly. Although it will not hurt you during the interview, it will certainly not help you either. Answer this question based on the type of job you are applying for.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S2.mp3\">I believe my strongest trait is my attention to detail. This trait has helped me tremendously in this field of work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S3.mp3\">I've always been a great team player. I'm good at keeping a team together and producing quality work in a team environment.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S4.mp3\">After having worked for a couple of years, I realized my strength is accomplishing a large amount of work within a short period of time. I get things done on time and my manager always appreciated it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S5.mp3\">My strongest trait is in customer service. I listen and pay close attention to my customer's needs and I make sure they are more than satisfied.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br>Let's say I am interviewing for a management position. You should mention traits that are important for managers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S6.mp3\">A couple strengths I have are planning and execution, and working with people. I've always been very good at planning and detailing all the steps. Even in college, I would spend time organizing my week and planning a strategy to tackle each class or assignment. Executing a plan has always come easy for me as well. I believe it's due to proper planning. I also work with people very well in a way where I use the strengths of each individual in a team to produce the best results. Because of my easy going personality, I've been told by my directs that it's easy to approach me.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are applying for an accounting position, you should mention strong traits an accountant should have and claim them to be yours.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I2/sentence/I2S7.mp3\">I'm very detail oriented, good at managing time, and very honest. I always incorporate managing time and being detailed together. By nature I've been detail oriented, and that resulted in taking too much time on a particular task. After incorporating time management into the mix, I found that my work and efficiency increased dramatically. I plan better and produce higher quality work in a time constraint environment. Finally, I'm a very honest person. When I was working as a valet attendant during college, a lady gave me a twenty dollar bill to pay for the three dollar fee. She almost drove off the lot, but I stopped her and said here is your change. My co-workers said I should have considered the change as tip, but I know what I did was honest and right. You can fool other people, but you can't fool yourself. That's what I believe.</a>\"</span> <br><br>The second example can seem a little wordy. But the power of an example is greater than any great words you can string together. Everyone can claim they are honest, but with an example, it is much more believable.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=259\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=261\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me a little about yourself.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me a little about yourself.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <strong><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S1.mp3\">Tell me a little about yourself.</a>\"</span></strong><br><br>You should take this opportunity to show your communication skills by speaking clearly and concisely in an organized manner. Because there is no right or wrong answer for this question, it is important to appear friendly.<br><br><strong>Short Answers</strong><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S2.mp3\">I attended MIT where I majored in Electrical Engineering. My hobbies include basketball, reading novels, and hiking.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S3.mp3\">I grew up in Korea and studied accounting. I worked at an accounting firm for two years and I enjoy bicycling and jogging.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S4.mp3\">I’m an easy going person that works well with everyone. I enjoy being around different types of people and I like to always challenge myself to improve at everything I do.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S5.mp3\">I’m a hard worker and I like to take on a variety of challenges. I like pets, and in my spare time, I like to relax and read the newspaper.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S6.mp3\">I’ve always liked being balanced. When I work, I want to work hard. And outside of work, I like to engage in my personal activities such as golfing and fishing.</a>\"</span><br><br><strong>Long Answer</strong><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I1/sentence/I1S7.mp3\">I went to the University of Washington and majored in English Literature. I went to graduate school because I really enjoyed learning. Afterwards, I started my career at Boeing as a web content editor. I’ve been there for 3 years now. Although my emphasis is in writing, I like numbers. I think solving logic problems and riddles are quite fun. I also enjoy jogging, reading, and watching movies.</a>\"</span><br><br>There is no right or wrong answer for this question. Most important thing you should remember is how you deliver the message. The example above shows a short answer telling a little bit about the person. The answer went from education to career, and then to personal interests all in a smooth flow.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=260\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=388",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/388-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Departing Date         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/388-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Reserving a date to depart or changing a departure date<br><br>If you have an open ended ticket or would like to change your departing date, you will have to call and reserve a date to depart. <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S1.mp3\">I have an open ended ticket and I would like to schedule a departure date.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S2.mp3\">I have a ticket and I need to schedule a departure date.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S3.mp3\">I am scheduled to depart on June 15th. Can I change this to a later date?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S4.mp3\">I have a ticket to depart on June 15th. I would like to see if there is an earlier flight available.</a>\"</span><br><br>With any of these questions, the other person will usually ask for your ticket number. After that, they will ask you what date you want to depart.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S5.mp3\">What date would you like to depart?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S6.mp3\">What date would you like to change it to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S7.mp3\">When do you want to depart?</a>\"</span><br><br>You should respond by selecting a date.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S8.mp3\">I would like to leave on June 22nd.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S9.mp3\">Is June 22nd available?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S10.mp3\">Can you check if June 22nd is possible?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S11.mp3\">I was hoping to reserve a seat for June 22nd.</a>\"</span><br><br>After you select a date, they will either say ok, or they will tell you the closest dates available to your selection.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S12.mp3\">Yes. We have seats available for the 22nd. Would you like me to reserve them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S13.mp3\">On the 22nd, the departure time is 1:00pm. Should I reserve them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S14.mp3\">We have two flights departing on that date. Would you like to depart at 10am or 7pm?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S15.mp3\">I'm sorry, but we do not have any available seats on the 22nd. Should I put you on the waiting list?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S16.mp3\">I'm sorry, there are no departures for the 22nd. We have a flight leaving on the 21st and the 24th. Will either of these days work for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T2/sentence/T2S17.mp3\">The 22nd is full. The next available flight is on the 23rd. Would you like me to reserve a seat on that date?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=387\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=389\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=554",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Tomorrow's Plan - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you have any plans tonight?\"<br>B: \"I have class until 5 O'clock, but I'm free after that.\"<br>A: \"Do you want to grab dinner?\"<br>B: \"I don't have any dinner plans so that sounds great.\"<br>A: \"What time should we meet?\"<br>B: \"I need to go to the book store first, so let's meet at 6 O'clock.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Let's go to Everland next week\"<br>B: \"I can't. I'm way too busy.\"<br>A: \"What are you doing next week?\"<br>B: \"On Monday, I'm going to meet my professor. Tuesday, I have a job interview. Wednesday, I'm going to the dentist. And on Thursday, I have to go visit my parents.\"<br>A: \"Why are you so busy?\"<br>B: \"I've been procrastinating for a long time.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/practice/L11P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you doing over the weekend?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to exercise, meet some friends, and then watch tv.\"<br>A: \"Who are you going to meet?\"<br>B: \"My friend from middle school is visiting, so we are going to have dinner on Saturday.\"<br>A: \"How long is he going to stay?\"<br>B: \"He is only here for a day.\"<br>A: \"Where are you going to eat dinner?\"<br>B: \"I plan on taking him to an Italian restaurant.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=533\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=535\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=437",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/437-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Mail Room         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/437-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>For larger size companies, a mail room is provided where each employee has their own box. Here are some sentences you might need to know.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S1.mp3\">Where is the mail room?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S2.mp3\">I don't have a mail box. Who should I contact to get one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S3.mp3\">Your mail box was pretty full. You should go pick them up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S4.mp3\">I haven't checked my mail in 2 weeks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S5.mp3\">I never receive anything so I don't need to check my mail often.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S6.mp3\">What time does the delivery person usually come?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S7.mp3\">What time does the mail usually come?</a>\"</span><br><br>Large companies also have multiple buildings. So sending mail to another worker is a common practice. For example, if I need to send some financial documents to the auditor in a building down the street, I will use the Inter Office mail service. Some people might say I.O. to make it short.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S8.mp3\">I can send it to you through Inter Office mail.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S9.mp3\">I'll send it through Inter Office mail immediately.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S10.mp3\">I'll IO it to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S11.mp3\">I need those documents. Can you IO it to me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B2/sentence/B2S12.mp3\">Would you like to pick them up or should I send it through Inter Office mail?</a>\"</span><br><br>The term inter basically means between when there is more than one. For example, in the word international, nation is a country, and if you have inter in front of it, we have international, which means involving two or more nations.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=436\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=438\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2031",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2031-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm calling to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2031-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using the words 'I'm calling' you are stating that you are actually using the phone to call and relay information.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S1.mp3\">I'm calling to tell you about my day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S2.mp3\">I'm calling to accept your invitation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S3.mp3\">I'm calling to answer your question.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S4.mp3\">I'm calling to book a reservation at your restaurant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S5.mp3\">I'm calling to complain about something.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S6.mp3\">I'm calling to thank you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S7.mp3\">I'm calling to support your decision.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S8.mp3\">I'm calling to remind you of our dinner plans.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S9.mp3\">I'm calling to report a lost wallet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E31/sentence/E031S10.mp3\">I'm calling to receive my prize.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2030\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2032\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=387",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/387-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Confirming your Flight         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/387-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are taking a plane to travel, then you will be calling a travel agent and purchasing a ticket in your own country. We will not cover this portion because you can do it in your own language. But once you arrive to your English speaking location, you might need to change your flight and talk to English speaking people. More likely, they will have people speaking your language, but just in case, we will cover some general topics about air traveling here.<br><br>Confirming your flight<br><br>Some airlines require you to call a couple days in advance to confirm your departure date. Here are some sentences you will be asked and what you will need to say.<br><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S1.mp3\">I would like to confirm my flight.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S2.mp3\">Can I get your ticket number?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S3.mp3\">The number is 45-6-43.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S4.mp3\">You are scheduled to depart on June 15th at 1:00 pm. Is this correct?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S5.mp3\">Yes it is.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S6.mp3\">Is anybody else traveling with you?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S7.mp3\">Yes, my wife.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S8.mp3\">Can I have the other ticket number?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S9.mp3\">It is 45-6-44.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S10.mp3\">Your tickets have been confirmed. Please arrive at the airport 3 hours before your flight departs. Thank you for calling.</a>\"</span><br><br>Some other questions you might hear are similar to the ones you might hear at the airport counter.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S11.mp3\">Would you like to book your seats now?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S12.mp3\">Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S13.mp3\">What is your ticket number?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S14.mp3\">What is your last name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T1/sentence/T1S15.mp3\">What is your first name?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=388\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=533",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/533-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tomorrow's Plan - Example Conversation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/533-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Let's use this time to incorporate what we have learned so far.<br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S1.mp3\">Bob is in the hospital, did you get a chance to visit him?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S2.mp3\">I'm going to see Bob tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S3.mp3\">I thought you had to meet John tomorrow?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S4.mp3\">I'm going to meet John at the airport at 6 O'clock tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S5.mp3\">I'm going home now, do you want to head out together?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S6.mp3\">No Thanks. I'm going to go home in about an hour.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S7.mp3\">Didn't you need to buy a present for your brother's birthday?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S8.mp3\">I'm going to do that tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S9.mp3\">I'm going to go to the bus stop right after class, so I won't have time to meet you.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S10.mp3\">That's OK. We can always get together tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S11.mp3\">Why do you look so stressed?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S12.mp3\">I'm going to be dead if I don't finish this project by tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S13.mp3\">I thought you had 2 weeks to finish this project.</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S14.mp3\">I don't have time to explain now. I'll talk to you later.</a>\"</span><br><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S15.mp3\">Since we are done with school, when are you going back home?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S16.mp3\">I'm going to go home next week.</a>\"</span><br>Person A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S17.mp3\">Me too. Do you want to meet at the train station on Sunday?</a>\"</span><br>Person B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S18.mp3\">Sure. I'll meet you there at five.</a>\"</span><br><br>Practice asking questions:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S19.mp3\">What are you going to do tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S20.mp3\">What are you doing next week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S21.mp3\">When do you plan on doing your homework?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S22.mp3\">When are you going to eat dinner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S23.mp3\">What time do we have to leave for the airport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L11/sentence/L11S24.mp3\">What should we do tonight?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=532\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=554\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2030",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2030-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm looking forward to         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2030-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When telling someone that you are 'looking forward to' you are saying that you are waiting or hoping for something, especially with pleasure.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S1.mp3\">I'm looking forward to meeting you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S2.mp3\">I'm looking forward to talking with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S3.mp3\">I'm looking forward to going on vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S4.mp3\">I'm looking forward to spending time with my family.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S5.mp3\">I'm looking forward to learning the English language.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S6.mp3\">I am looking forward to visiting another country.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S7.mp3\">I am looking forward to having a family.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S8.mp3\">I am looking forward to graduating from college.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S9.mp3\">I am looking forward to watching the baseball game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E30/sentence/E030S10.mp3\">I am looking forward to running in a race.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2029\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2031\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=436",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/436-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Machine Problems         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/436-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many things to say while in the office. Something can go wrong with the printer, or you could be wondering why a package didn't arrive. The next several short lessons will be about Basic Office scenarios.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S1.mp3\">Do you know what's wrong with the printer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S2.mp3\">Who do we call to report a problem with the printer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S3.mp3\">When is the printer going to be fixed?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S4.mp3\">The printer next to the break room is broken. Where is the other printer?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S5.mp3\">The copy machine is jammed again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S6.mp3\">The copy machine is broken.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S7.mp3\">We need to get the copy machine fixed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S8.mp3\">A technician is coming this afternoon to fix the copy machine.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S9.mp3\">Where is the paper for the copy machine?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B1/sentence/B1S10.mp3\">We need to order more paper. We're running low.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=437\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=532",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/532-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tomorrow's Plan - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/532-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When asking questions about the future, you can ask questions like:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S1.mp3\">What are you going to do tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S2.mp3\">What are you doing next week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S3.mp3\">When do you plan on doing your homework?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S4.mp3\">When are you going to eat dinner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S5.mp3\">What time do we have to leave for the airport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S6.mp3\">What should we do tonight?</a>\"</span><br>There are many different questions you can ask. By changing a few words, you can make numerous questions properly about the future.<br><br>When you are answering questions that relate to the future, remember to use the future tense. Here are some ways to answer the questions directly above:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S7.mp3\">What are you going to do tonight?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S8.mp3\">I plan on meeting John after dinner. We're going to go to a night club.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S9.mp3\">I'm going to go to take my girlfriend out to dinner. And if we have time, we might try to see a movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S10.mp3\">What are you doing next week?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S11.mp3\">Since I'm on vacation next week, I plan on going to Pusan to visit some friends down there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S12.mp3\">Next week I have to go shopping for all the Christmas presents. I have to buy a present for my dad, mom, and my two sisters.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S13.mp3\">When do you plan on doing your homework?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S14.mp3\">I think I'm going to do my homework after I watch the world cup. I don't think I'll be able to concentrate until after the game is over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S15.mp3\">I'm so unmotivated to do my homework. But I'll eventually have to do it, so I'll get around to them probably after dinner.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S16.mp3\">What time do you have to leave for the airport?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S17.mp3\">The flight comes in at 4:30, so I plan on leaving at about 3:30</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S18.mp3\">The security is pretty tight so I should get there early. I plan on arriving there 2 hours before my flight leaves.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S19.mp3\">What should we do tonight?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S20.mp3\">After dinner, let's go grab a couple of beers. Then we can go shopping for a couple of hours, and afterwards, we can rent a video and watch it at my place.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L10/sentence/L10S21.mp3\">I'm pretty busy tonight. I have to do the laundry, vacuum, and then make dinner, so I won't be able to meet you tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=531\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=533\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2029",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2029-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I have something + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2029-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When using the expression 'I have something' you are communicating that you possess something or need to do something that is unspecified or undetermined.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S1.mp3\">I have something to complete.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S2.mp3\">I have something to share with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S3.mp3\">I have something important to tell you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S4.mp3\">I have something to encourage you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S5.mp3\">I have something to explain to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S6.mp3\">I have something special planned for your birthday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S7.mp3\">I have something else to consider.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S8.mp3\">I have something to apologize about.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S9.mp3\">I have something to attend tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S10.mp3\">I have something to ask you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E29/sentence/E029S11.mp3\">I have something fun for us to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2028\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2030\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=531",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/531-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tomorrow's Plan - I am going to         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/531-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking about the future is something that is done very frequently. Whether we are talking about our dreams or simply telling someone what we will do tomorrow is all spoken in the future tense. As in the previous lesson, this isn't a grammar lesson. This lesson is to provide many different sentences using the future tense.<br><br>In the previous lesson, we concentrated on present tense using 'I am'<br><br>When we speak in the future tense, we can still use 'I am' but it is important what follows the two words that will make it future tense. Here are a couple of examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S1.mp3\">I'm going to see Bob tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S2.mp3\">I'm going to meet John at the airport at 6 O'clock tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S3.mp3\">I'm going to go home in an hour.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S4.mp3\">I'm going to go to the bus stop right after class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S5.mp3\">I'm going to do that tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br>When using 'going to' after 'I am' it is important that a future indicator is present. For example, if I say, 'I am going to meet John', this can also be present tense that we practiced previously. But if you add a future indicator like 'at 6 O'clock tonight' then it becomes future tense.<br><br>Other future tense indicators are:<br><br>'going to go'<br>'going to be'<br>'I will'<br>'I have to'<br><br>Let's practice using these words:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S6.mp3\">I'm going to be dead if I don't finish this project by tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S7.mp3\">I'm going to go home next week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S8.mp3\">I'll meet you there at five.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L9/sentence/L9S9.mp3\">I can't go tonight because I have to work late.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=553\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=532\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2028",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2028-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm here to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2028-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are informing someone that you are at a particular place to accomplish something.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S1.mp3\">I'm here to apply for the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S2.mp3\">I'm here to take a test.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S3.mp3\">I'm here to receive my gift.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S4.mp3\">I'm here to support all your decisions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S5.mp3\">I'm here to watch a movie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S6.mp3\">I'm here to work on your computer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S7.mp3\">I'm here to welcome you to the neighborhood.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S8.mp3\">I'm here to raise awareness for cancer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S9.mp3\">I'm here to start the job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E28/sentence/E028S10.mp3\">I'm here to receive the award.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2027\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2029\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=459",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/459-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Intranet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/459-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A lot of companies have an intranet site. This is basically web pages that can be viewed by employees connected to the network in the office. The address does not use the standard .net or .com address. It will simply be http://companysite.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S1.mp3\">Do we have an intranet site that explains our benefits?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S2.mp3\">What was the site where we log our travel expenses?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S3.mp3\">If you want to use a sick day, you can go to http://timereport.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you have an intranet site for your company, then when you talk to other workers, you don't need to say http:// everytime. You can simply say the name, for example, 'If you want to use a sick day, you can go to time report.' The other person listening should understand that you mean http://timereport.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S4.mp3\">Is there an intranet site detailing each project our company is doing?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S5.mp3\">Is our company going to put an intranet site for employees?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B18/sentence/B18S6.mp3\">I think it will help a lot if we had an intranet site with general questions and answers from all the employees.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=458\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=460\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=117",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #18         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the general mood of the ladies?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Happy<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Sad<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Lonely<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Angry<br><br>2. Why is Jane enjoying married life?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Husband makes a lot of money<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Husband is loving and caring<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Husband is supportive and helpful<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Husband is smart and handsome<br><br>3. What do Jane and her husband do in the evenings?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go bowling for fun<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Take walks around the neighborhood<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Have a nice dinner together<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Watch TV together<br><br>4. What is one thing that Jane and her husband do NOT do together on the weekend?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Go out to the beach<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Go to a nice restaurant<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Go to watch a movie<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to a nice cafe<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"accc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Happy<br>2. Husband is supportive and helpful<br>3. Have a nice dinner together<br>4. Go to watch a movie         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jane. How are you doing these days?\"<br>B: \"Hi Martha. Everything is perfect.\"<br>A: \"Are you enjoying married life?\"<br>B: \"It couldn't be better. My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky. I hope to get married to a guy like that.\"<br>B: \"I'm so happy. Even though we are both working, we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends.\"<br>A: \"Do you guys do anything special?\"<br>B: \"In the evening, we just sit and talk over dinner. But on the weekend, we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant, or go to a nice cafe.\"<br>A: \"Sound like everything is great.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=116\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=118\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2048",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2048-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you mind if I + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2048-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are asking someone in present tense if they object to something you are asking.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S1.mp3\">Do you mind if I excuse myself?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S2.mp3\">Do you mind if we left early?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S3.mp3\">Do you mind if I take a nap?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S4.mp3\">Do you mind if I ask your mom?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S5.mp3\">Do you mind if it snows?</a>\"</span><br><br>You could also use the word 'would'<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S6.mp3\">Would you mind if we went out to eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S7.mp3\">Would you mind if I opened the window?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S8.mp3\">Would you mind telling me what you're doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S9.mp3\">Would you mind being quiet for a minute?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E48/sentence/E048S10.mp3\">Would you mind if I changed the channel?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2047\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2049\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=562",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/562-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movie Types - Other Types         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/562-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Science Fiction:</b> Futuristic movies like star wars, star trek, theme of time travel, superhuman powers, etc.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S1.mp3\">Many science fiction movies are about the future.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S2.mp3\">The success of a science fiction movie is usually dependent on how much they spend on special effects.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S3.mp3\">After watching a science fiction movie such as star wars, I always wish I lived in the future.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S4.mp3\">Gene Rodenberry and George Lucas are two great people in the Science Fiction world.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Suspense (Thriller):</b> A movie that intentionally keeps you in a heightened state.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S5.mp3\">I am always on the edge of my seat when I watch suspenseful movies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S6.mp3\">I can't stand to watch suspenseful movies because my stomach always gets upset.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S7.mp3\">The suspense just kills me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S8.mp3\">It's so exciting to watch a suspense movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Western:</b> Old time cowboy movies<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S9.mp3\">Western movies are not so popular anymore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S10.mp3\">Client Eastwood was a popular western actor.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S11.mp3\">Western movies show a little bit about the United States during the early years.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S12.mp3\">After watching The Last Samurai, I always hoped an Asian country will make a movie called The Last Cowboy.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Commentary / Non-Fiction:</b> Educational and true.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S13.mp3\">Commentaries and non-fiction films are usually educational.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S14.mp3\">Non-profit organizations usually create commentaries supported by the government.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S15.mp3\">Popular non-fiction films are about chimpanzees and gorillas.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/sentence/L26S16.mp3\">Sometimes non-fiction films are sad because of the hidden truth that is revealed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=561\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=563\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=283",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I24/sentence/I24S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you failed to complete an assignment on time.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you failed to complete an assignment on time.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I24/sentence/I24S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you failed to complete an assignment on time.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you are a good worker, then you probably haven't failed to complete an assignment on time. But if you have a lot of experience, you might have some situations where external factors caused you to miss a deadline. This is what my example will be about. But if you have an example where you failed to complete an assignment, make sure you give clear reasons why you failed and what you learned from it. Also, if you can't think of any, then use an example from your university days stating. But if you do, make sure you tell them that so far in your job experience, you completed all assignments on time or ahead of schedule.<br><br><b>Short Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I24/sentence/I24S2.mp3\">One time, I had a project that was due on Tuesday. On Friday I analyzed our progress and I was ahead of schedule. I didn't have to work over the weekend to complete the assignment. On Monday, my manager was sick so I had to attend several meetings that took all day. Because of that, I didn't complete my assignment until Wednesday. Now, I try to finish my assignments a day or half a day early because something unexpected could come up.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I24/sentence/I24S3.mp3\">With proper planning and good execution, I think it's hard to fail at meeting a deadline. But I remember one time in the middle of the project, our clients wanted to change one aspect of the assignment that we already completed. I analyzed the change request and told them that we wouldn't be able to make the date. I estimated that it will take three additional days. They insisted that we finish on the agreed upon time schedule. I told them we'd try but could not promise anything. Even with hard work and overtime, we missed the due date. We did however, finish one day late. In this situation where I didn't feel we could reach the deadline, I specifically told them that we couldn't, I continually sent updates on the progress to keep the clients informed. Since we missed the deadline, they were not too happy, but overall they were satisfied because I effectively communicated the progress regularly.</a>\"</span><br><br>I like this answer because they want a situation that should make you look bad. Instead, you gave them a scenario where you failed to complete an assignment, but really it wasn't your fault. In the end, this answer makes you look good because you did everything right from communicating properly, giving them a new time frame, and reaching the goal two days ahead of schedule despite missing the original date by one. But just in case they ask what you could have done better, you can say something like, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I24/sentence/I24S4.mp3\">I feel I should have been more firm with the three additional days I requested. I like to meet difficult deadlines, but I knew the additional work was too large to finish on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=282\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=284\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=460",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/460-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         General Computer Sentences         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/460-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S1.mp3\">My computer is giving me problems again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S2.mp3\">My computer broke, but luckily I saved my work on a disk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S3.mp3\">My computer is too slow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S4.mp3\">Something is wrong with my computer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S5.mp3\">I work with the computer most of the day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S6.mp3\">All my work is done on the computer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S7.mp3\">We are upgrading our computers this week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S8.mp3\">I hope we upgrade our computers soon. The ones we have are way too old.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S9.mp3\">My computer froze. What should I do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S10.mp3\">My computer is not responding and I haven't saved my data yet. What should I do?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B19/sentence/B19S11.mp3\">My computer is making a weird sound. Can I get someone to look at it?</a>\"</span><br><br>This concludes the computer English lesson. I know many of the business topics are large and some of them have topics I didn't cover. I want to remind you that you can ask specific questions to us using the business bulletin board.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=459\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=461\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=118",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #19         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Stacy so tired these days?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Has to watch the kids, cook, clean, and laundry<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Has to work all day long<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Currently recovering from surgery and took pain medication<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She has the flu<br><br>2. Why is Stacy doing all the work herself?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She is a single mom working 2 jobs<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Her husband is on business trips and is home to help<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Her husband helps a lot, but there is too much to do<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Her husband only complains about his day and doesn't help<br><br>3. What is one chore that the husband takes care of?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Vacuuming<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Mowing the lawn<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Washing the car<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Dishes<br><br>4. What is one change Stacy wants to see from her husband?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To be more loving<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To be less lazy<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To be home more often<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To change jobs that require less traveling<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"adbb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Has to watch the kids, cook, clean, and laundry<br>2. Her husband only complains about his day and doesn't help<br>3. Mowing the lawn<br>4. To be less lazy         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Stacy. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"I'm pretty tired these days.\"<br>A: \"Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?\"<br>B: \"I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends.\"<br>A: \"How about your husband. Does he help much?\"<br>B: \"Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that?\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it?\"<br>A: \"That's crossing the line.\"<br>B: \"Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do?\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=117\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=119\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=563",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Movie Types - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What type of movies do you like?\"<br>B: \"I like comedies. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I like action.\"<br>B: \"Action is fun too.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What type of movies do you like?\"<br>B: \"I like all sorts of movies, primarily drama and science fiction.\"<br>A: \"That's an interesting combination. How about western movies?\"<br>B: \"Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you like horror? They're entertaining.\"<br>B: \"Some are entertaining, but I find most of them stupid and childish. For example, I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha. I know what you mean. But it's just a movie. They need for the characters to do that.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L26/practice/L26P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey, you wanna see a movie tomorrow?\"<br>B: \"Sounds like a good plan. What do you want to see?\"<br>A: \"How about Legally Blonde.\"<br>B: \"Ah, my girlfriend wanted to see that movie. I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time. How about The Cube?\"<br>A: \"Isn't that a scary movie?\"<br>B: \"How scary can it be? Come on, it'll be fun.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll give it a try.\"<br>B: \"That's the spirit. I'll see you tomorrow after class.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you tomorrow.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=562\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=564\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2049",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2049-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I don't know what to + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2049-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You are letting someone know that you are not sure about what is being asked. You may also have no knowledge or opinion on a topic.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S1.mp3\">I don't know what to eat for dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S2.mp3\">I don't know what to buy you for your birthday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S3.mp3\">I don't know what to say.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S4.mp3\">I don't know what to do with my spare time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S5.mp3\">I don't know what to do for vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S6.mp3\">I do not know what to do to make you happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S7.mp3\">I do not know what to do to help you understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S8.mp3\">I do not know what to think.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S9.mp3\">I do not know what to do to prevent this.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E49/sentence/E049S10.mp3\">I do not know what to order.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2048\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2050\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=566",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/566-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Movie Discussion - Example Dialog         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/566-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>As of this writing, the latest movie I saw was The Last Samurai. After the movie, I had a meal with a couple of people. We had a good discussion due to this movie. It is difficult to specifically teach what you will need to know about movie conversations because every movie will require different words and sentences. The only thing I can do here is to give ideas and couple of examples about movie conversations. So this is not really going to be a practice section, but a chance to hear a real conversation from a movie. You can click on each individual sentence, or you can click on the link provided below to hear a real life conversation.<br><br><b><i><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S1.mp3\">Listen to the conversation</a></span></i></b><br><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S2.mp3\">Did you like the movie?</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S3.mp3\">It was better than I thought.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S4.mp3\">I liked it.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S5.mp3\">The movie didn't have many cheesy or stupid scenes.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S6.mp3\">Yeah. I'm glad that they didn't have any love scenes. Sometimes a love scene destroys a good movie.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S7.mp3\">I thought the scene where the girl was washing her hair and Tom Cruise came to say good bye was stupid. Why did they have that there? It didn't make sense.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S8.mp3\">I agree. They didn't need that scene.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S9.mp3\">I don't see the harm in that scene. They didn't do anything or show anything. What's the big deal?</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S10.mp3\">When you are talking about good movies versus great movies, each and every scene counts.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S11.mp3\">That's true.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S12.mp3\">But besides those one or two scenes, the movie was great.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S13.mp3\">I liked everything about it. I really liked the samurai that was beating up Cruise in the beginning of the movie. The guy second in command. He was cool too.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S14.mp3\">Every movie has a guy like him. They try to make him awesome even though they don't say much.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S15.mp3\">I don't understand why Tom Cruise went back to that village. If he was the only survivor, wouldn't that make everyone suspicious about where his loyalty lies?</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S16.mp3\">It was clear in the movie that he loved the place and the samurais. Clearly everyone knows that he isn't a traitor. I would have done the same thing in his position.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S17.mp3\">I think so too.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S18.mp3\">But isn't it suspicious that he is the only survivor.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S19.mp3\">Well, all the samurais were looking for a death in battle. Cruise wasn't.</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S20.mp3\">But only the boss received the satisfaction of being killed with the sword. Nobody else did.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S21.mp3\">True.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S22.mp3\">What are we going to order?</a>\"</span><br>C: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S23.mp3\">I am going to have a chicken burger because of the Mad Cow disease.</a>\"</span><br>A: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S24.mp3\">Me too.</a>\"</span><br>B: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L29/sentence/L29S25.mp3\">I'm just having a soup and salad.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=565\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=567\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=125",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Basic Listening Lesson #26         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the exciting event that is causing this excitement?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are going skiing tomorrow<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are going to Las Vegas tomorrow<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are going to have a big party over the weekend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They just graduated from college<br><br>2. Why does he get so excited?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> This is his first time going to Las Vegas<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The party over the weekend is a special event<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He only gets to go skiing twice a year<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't have to go to school anymore<br><br>3. What event makes them both get excited?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A ski trip<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Las Vegas vacation<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Big parties<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Any weekends<br><br>4. Why does one person not get excited from skiing?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He doesn't enjoy skiing that much<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He has never gone skiing so he doesn't know<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is too tired to be excited<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He goes skiing often so he is used to it<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"acbd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. They are going skiing tomorrow<br>2. He only gets to go skiing twice a year<br>3. Las Vegas vacation<br>4. He goes skiing often so he is used to it         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"I can't wait to go skiing tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"I know. It's going to be so much fun.\"<br>A: \"I always get excited the day before.\"<br>B: \"I used to be like that. But I go skiing so often that I don't get excited anymore.\"<br>A: \"I only go skiing twice a year, so it's a real treat for me.\"<br>B: \"That makes sense.\"<br>A: \"What things make you excited?\"<br>B: \"Whenever I go to Vegas, I get really excited.\"<br>A: \"Oh... that makes me excited too!\"<br>B: \"Looks like anything fun makes you excited.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=124\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=126\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2059-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Don't + (verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2059-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The word 'don't' is a contraction of the words 'do not.' It is said to convey a message of what NOT should be done.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S1.mp3\">Don't try and fool me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S2.mp3\">Don't allow this to happen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S3.mp3\">Don't watch scary movies before you go to bed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S4.mp3\">Don't cause any more trouble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S5.mp3\">Don't chew gum in class.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S6.mp3\">Do not concern yourself with other people's problems.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S7.mp3\">Do not behave that way.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S8.mp3\">Do not announce your decision until you're ready.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S9.mp3\">Do not argue with me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E59/sentence/E059S10.mp3\">Do not arrive late for your meeting.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2058\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2060\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=792",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>He's pretty funny because he will crack a funny joke <i><b>out of the blue</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Out of the blue         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Out of nowhere; spontaneously<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Although \"blue\" represents being sad, it is also commonly used to represent the ocean or the sky. Both are extremely big. If someone says to look for something that is in the sky or the ocean, there is no way to know where. Therefore, this phrase was created to represent coming out of nowhere.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S1.mp3\">He's pretty funny because he will crack a funny joke <i><b>out of the blue</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S2.mp3\">Grace started crying for no reason. It was totally <i><b>out of the blue</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S3.mp3\">I don't know why he started getting mad. It was <i><b>out of the blue</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S4.mp3\">Did you hear what happened with Tiffany?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S5.mp3\">She broke up with her boyfriend last night.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S6.mp3\">What? I thought they had a great relationship.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S7.mp3\">So did I. It was totally <i><b>out of the blue</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S8.mp3\">She showed up out of no where.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P25/sentence/P25S9.mp3\">He pulled a rabbit out of nowhere. That's why it was so impressive.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=791\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=793\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2065",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2065-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's too bad that         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2065-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Too bad' means regrettable or unfortunate. When using it in a sentence you are expressing a concern or regret for what has taken place. The topic being discussed could have happened to you, the person you are talking to, or someone or something else.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S1.mp3\">It's too bad that she lost her job.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S2.mp3\">It's too bad that you have to go.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S3.mp3\">It's too bad that I found out about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S4.mp3\">It's too bad we will not be there on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S5.mp3\">It's too bad that tickets are all gone to that concert.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S6.mp3\">It's too bad that it is supposed to rain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S7.mp3\">It's too bad that she got hurt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S8.mp3\">It's too bad that my work has to lay off people.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E65/sentence/E065S9.mp3\">It's too bad that you do not understand.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2064\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2066\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=480",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/480-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Redirecting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/480-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Receiving a Call</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S1.mp3\">I believe Joe Carry in marketing can help you with that. Do you have his contact information?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S2.mp3\">I'm not sure about that. I'm pretty sure Mitch Smith will be able to answer this and other questions. Let me give you his number.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Making a Call</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S3.mp3\">Can you redirect me to that person?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S4.mp3\">Can I get his contact information?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S5.mp3\">Can I get his phone number?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S6.mp3\">What is the best way to contact her?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S7.mp3\">Can you direct me to someone who can help?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B37/sentence/B37S8.mp3\">Hi, this is Matt from ABC Company. I have some questions on your Platinum level business package. Can you redirect me to someone who can help?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=479\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=481\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2073",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2073-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How was + (noun)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2073-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>By using the words 'how was' you are asking someone a question about something that happened or something they did in the past.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S1.mp3\">How was your meeting?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S2.mp3\">How was your doctor's appointment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S3.mp3\">How was the birthday party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S4.mp3\">How was lunch?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S5.mp3\">How was the airplane ride?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S6.mp3\">How was vacation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S7.mp3\">How were your parents?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S8.mp3\">How were roads when you drove home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S9.mp3\">How were people acting after what happened?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E73/sentence/E073S10.mp3\">How were holidays with the family?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2072\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2074\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=424",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/424-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bank - Currency Exchange         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/424-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are a traveler, then you don't need to open a bank account. For more banking specifics, feel free to ask us.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S1.mp3\">Do you exchange foreign currency?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S2.mp3\">What is your exchange rate for the Korean Won?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S3.mp3\">Can I cash my traveler's checks here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S4.mp3\">The exchange rate is .0009 cents for one won.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S5.mp3\">I would like to exchange 500,000 won please.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/T28/sentence/T28S6.mp3\">500,000 won at the current exchange rate is $450. Here you go.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=423\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=425\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=493",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/493-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking to your boss about another boss         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/493-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sometimes there are multiple bosses and they both give you work. This can cause some problems. The best way to handle this situation is to tell your direct boss what is happening so it gets straightened out at the management level.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/sentence/B48S1.mp3\">Hey Mark. I'm doing all the projects you gave me, but John gives me additional work. I don't mind it, but lately it's been too much.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/sentence/B48S2.mp3\">Hey Mark. John has been assigning a lot of work to me. I have a lot of current work I am doing, so I would like to know what work has more priority.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/sentence/B48S3.mp3\">John wants me to do the payroll analysis. He said he needs it by end of week. But didn't you want the employee headcount finished by Friday? I can't finish both. What should I do first?</a>\"</span><br><br>If another boss is giving you a hard time, you can tell your manager what you think. Here are some professional sentences that you can use to show your frustration about another boss.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/sentence/B48S4.mp3\">I'm having some problems with John lately. He is very critical and puts me down in public. I don't know what I am doing wrong so I don't know where I need to improve. What do you think I should do about this?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/B48/sentence/B48S5.mp3\">John has been very difficult to work with. He is very bossy and expects everything to be done his way. I have been tolerating it because he is a manager, but some of his methods are wasting a lot of time. I always suggest other ways, but he will not hear me out.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=492\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=494\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=796",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Don't <i><b>nuke</b></i> an egg. It will explode in the microwave.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Nuke - Microwave         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To cook something in the microwave oven.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Nuke\" is a shortened terminology of nuclear. Because the microwave is powerful, this idiom was created.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S1.mp3\">Don't <i><b>nuke</b></i> an egg. It will explode in the microwave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S2.mp3\">If I can't finish my dinner at a restaurant, I just take it home and <i><b>nuke</b></i> it when I want to eat it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S3.mp3\">The best way to heat up food is to <i><b>nuke</b></i> it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S4.mp3\">What are you going to eat for lunch?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S5.mp3\">I have some pasta in the fridge. You want some?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S6.mp3\">Sure. How are you going to cook it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S7.mp3\">It's already cooked. I'm just going to <i><b>nuke</b></i> it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S8.mp3\">Throw it in the microwave.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S9.mp3\">The microwave will heat it up real fast.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P29/sentence/P29S10.mp3\">Do you like microwavable food?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=795\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=797\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=799",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That's the coolest thing I've ever seen. It's really <i><b>out of this world</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Out of this world         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Amazing<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When something is of this world, it is not normal. This phrase is used to indicate that it is not normal in a positive way. It is so different and amazing that it is not a part of this world.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S1.mp3\">That's the coolest thing I've ever seen. It's really <i><b>out of this world</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S2.mp3\">It's totally <i><b>out of this world</b></i>. You're going to be impressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S3.mp3\">The concert was <i><b>out of this world</b></i>. It was an awesome experience.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S4.mp3\">Did you see the new 3D movie at the IMAX theater?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S5.mp3\">No. Was it any good?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S6.mp3\">It was better than good. It was <i><b>out of this world</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S7.mp3\">The movie totally blew me away. It was awesome.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S8.mp3\">The essay was very creative and original. I was very impressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P32/sentence/P32S9.mp3\">I've never seen anything like that before.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=798\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=800\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you see that stapler? Convince me to buy it.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you see that stapler? Convince me to buy it.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S1.mp3\">Do you see that stapler? Convince me to buy it.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a test to see if you are an experienced salesperson. I do not have much sales experience but I would answer this question by thinking of salesman I encountered in the past that I felt was good. Think about your experience with sales people and list what they did. For example, they probably follow a format. First, they explain what the product is. Then they tell you the functionalities and where you can use it. Third, they should tell you how much easier it will make your work. Fourth, it should have a good warranty. The question didn't give you details. So feel free to make something up. It will show your creativity. Continuing, the product should have a good return policy. Finally, you can talk about the reduced price, or the price guarantee.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S2.mp3\">This stapler is the newest model with easier to use features such as quick loading and safety protection. It also comes with a money back guarantee for any reason if you are not satisfied.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S3.mp3\">This stapler is on sale for 30% off. The manufacturer is a new company so their prices are great right now. They have a great warranty program and it will save your company a lot of money with the substantial discount.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S4.mp3\">This stapler has the best value. With a 15% lower sticker price, it provides identical functionality with the more expensive brands. It's durable and staples through more paper than the other brands.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I72/sentence/I72S5.mp3\">We are proud to carry this stapler. It's very durable and easy to use. Loading the staples is as simple as clicking this button on the bottom to open the top. The design is made with more curves to make it more appealing on the desk. It also is designed with more safety in mind. If you accidentally drop the staple on your foot or hit it with your hand, the curves are smooth enough where it will not break the skin. The warranty on the stapler is great too. It comes with a five year guarantee. We are currently offering this stapler for a low price of $19.99, and we have a low price guarantee. If you find a lower price in the next thirty days, we will gladly pay you the difference.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are applying for a sales position, you have to be ready to be able to sell anything in the room. I would recommend thinking about an outline. Get that in your head. Then use the outline to practice selling variety of things. You can use my answer as an outline covering features, functionality, safety, design, warranty, and price. But don't limit it to just these, if you have another idea, add it to this, or make up your own.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=330\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=332\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'll have to <i><b>play it by ear</b></i> because I don't know how long they want me to work.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Play it by ear         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To decide to do something as the situation develops; choosing to deal with a situation as more events unfold.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The original meaning is to play music without using a score or music sheet to look at. Just as a musician will play something unplanned without looking at something, this idiom is to do something unplanned depending on the situation.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S1.mp3\">I'll have to <i><b>play it by ear</b></i> because I don't know how long they want me to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S2.mp3\">We'll have to <i><b>play it by ear</b></i> for next Friday because everything is uncertain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S3.mp3\">Should we plan something for this Saturday or should we <i><b>play it by ear</b></i>?</a>\"</span> <br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S4.mp3\">What are you doing next weekend?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S5.mp3\">Nothing. Did you want to do something?</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S6.mp3\">Yeah, but I might have to give my dad a ride to the train station. I don't know the exact time yet.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S7.mp3\">Let's <i><b>play it by ear</b></i> then. Just call me when you find out for sure.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S8.mp3\">I don't have any reservations tonight so let's just wing it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P45/sentence/P45S9.mp3\">We'll just do things as they come along.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=811\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=813\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2090",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2090-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Rumor has it that + (subject + verb)         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/2090-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>'Rumor has it' is an expression used when suggesting you might have heard something or read about something that is taking place now or in the future. A rumor is not a fact.<br><br>Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S1.mp3\">Rumor has it that that player will get traded.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S2.mp3\">Rumor has it that she cheated on him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S3.mp3\">Rumor has it that they are going to get married.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S4.mp3\">Rumor has it that you like to paint.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S5.mp3\">Rumor has it that show is going to end.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S6.mp3\">Rumor has it that he is going to get a raise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S7.mp3\">Rumor has it that your sister got in trouble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S8.mp3\">Rumor has it that she goes to our gym.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S9.mp3\">Rumor has it that he will not return.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/E90/sentence/E090S10.mp3\">Rumor has it that it happened while texting.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=2089\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=620",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/620-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         College Related Topics Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/620-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>This review section will cover all the lessons we had so far. This includes small talk, weather, movies, classes, university, etc. If you are slow on some sections, please go back to that particular lesson and study the material again.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=619\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=621\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=818",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm going to stay home because I'm feeling <i><b>under the weather</b></i> today.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Under the weather         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Feeling sick; not well<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When a sailor gets sick on a boat, they would go under the deck and away from the weather to get better. This phrase became popular to express sickness.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S1.mp3\">I'm going to stay home because I'm feeling <i><b>under the weather</b></i> today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S2.mp3\">I told my boss that I was <i><b>under the weather</b></i>. She told me to stay home for the day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S3.mp3\">My wife is feeling <i><b>under the weather</b></i>, so I need to get home early today.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S4.mp3\">Why didn't you come to school today?</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S5.mp3\">I was <i><b>under the weather</b></i> this morning. I need to get some rest.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S6.mp3\">Well, I hope you start feeling better.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S7.mp3\">I'm feeling a little sick today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S8.mp3\">I don't feel too well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P51/sentence/P51S9.mp3\">I'm not feeling that great. I think I should get some rest.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=817\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=819\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=344",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you explain the fact that you frequently change jobs? I see that you haven't stayed with a company for more than 2 years.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you explain the fact that you frequently change jobs?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S1.mp3\">How do you explain the fact that you frequently change jobs? I see that you haven't stayed with a company for more than 2 years.</a>\"</span></b><br><br>To pass this question, you have to convince them that you are going to stick around. This isn't a question to see what you know or what your philosophy is, it is a concern they have that you have to address. Your persuasion skill will be required for this answer. But if you can't be persuasive, convince them through step by step facts that leads to the fact that you are going to stay with this company if they hire you.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S2.mp3\">I have been gaining experience and knowledge to have the minimum requirements to work for this company. My goal is to work for this company, and I'll be working here a long time because this is where I want to be.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S3.mp3\">I planned on staying with my current job for a longer time period, but when this position opened up, I really wanted to apply because this company has everything I need. So even though I change jobs frequently, I'm certain that I love this industry and that this is a great company to work for. I plan on staying a long time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S4.mp3\">I want to work for a large company that has many opportunities. I didn't receive this in my other companies because they were smaller, but I learned this company has a lot of great work to do and a lot of different opportunities.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I85/sentence/I85S5.mp3\">To tell you the truth, early in my career, I didn't know what I wanted to do. I've been in a couple different industries, and it wasn't until my last position that I found exactly what I wanted to be doing. I stayed with my previous company for more than a year but there weren't enough opportunities. I finally found what I love to do and now I want to find a company where I can be a part of the company instead of a worker that has no interest in the overall company. I'm being careful to choose my next job because I want to establish my career in my next job, and after researching, I found that ABC Company can provide everything I'm looking for. So I'll definitely be here for the long term.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is a little long, but if you don't convince them that you are going to stay long, then you have a very little chance of being hired. So take whatever time you need to convince them. If you think of your own answer, write it down and be able to say it smoothly so they can fully understand that you are serious about staying.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=343\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=345\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=225",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P3.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #26         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the exciting news?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She is pregnant<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She is getting married<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She passed the law exam<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She got a baby<br><br>2. How many months did they try to get a baby?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 3 months<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 5 months<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 8 months<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 12 months<br><br>3. What is the gender of the baby?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A boy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A girl<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Do not know yet<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They are not talking about babies<br><br>4. Why does the lady want to find out the gender?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because she hates surprises<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> So she can prepare ahead of time<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To figure out if they need another baby<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because she wants a baby girl<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"accb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. She is pregnant<br>2. 8 months<br>3. Do not know yet<br>4. So she can prepare ahead of time         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Suzie. Guess what? I'm having a baby!\"<br>B: \"Really? That's so great. Congratulations.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I'm so excited. We've been trying for 8 months now.\"<br>B: \"That's really exciting. How many months are you pregnant?\"<br>A: \"Three months.\"<br>B: \"Are you going to find out if it is a boy or a girl?\"<br>A: \"I want to, but Bob doesn't. He wants to be surprised like the old fashioned way.\"<br>B: \"Maybe it's more exciting not knowing.\"<br>A: \"I'd rather know and buy all the baby things ahead of time.\"<br>B: \"There are so many things you have to prepare for.\"<br>A: \"I know I am going to be busy, but I know I can handle it. I have been looking forward to this day for a long long time.\"<br>B: \"It really must be an exciting time for you guys.\"<br>A: \"Thank you so much.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=224\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=226\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=819",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Britney Spears is so hot!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You can say that again         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Completely agreeing with a statement<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you hear something you agree with, you can simply agree. But if you completely agree, then you wouldn't mind hearing it again. This is not literally telling the person to say it again, but to tell the person that you \"really\" agree.<br><br><b>A:</b> <span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S1.mp3\">Britney Spears is so hot!</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S2.mp3\"><i><b>You can say that again</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S3.mp3\">It was a long year. We accomplished quite a bit.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S4.mp3\">I'm just glad that we're almost done.</a>\"</span><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S5.mp3\"><i><b>You can say that again</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S6.mp3\">I hear ya.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S7.mp3\">You got that right.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P52/sentence/P52S8.mp3\">Damn right.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=818\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=820\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=621",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      College Related Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John. I didn't know you were coming to this school.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, what a coincidence. It's good to see you.\"<br>A: \"It's been a while, hasn't it?\"<br>B: \"What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"Not much. Just school and stuff.\"<br>B: \"Where are you going now?\"<br>A: \"I'm going to the registration building to see if I can withdrawal from one of my classes.\"<br>B: \"Are you bombing the class or something?\"<br>A: \"Partially that, but mostly it's a boring class and I am getting nothing out of it.\"<br>B: \"Where are you off to?\"<br>A: \"I finished class for today so I am meeting my girlfriend to watch a movie?\"<br>B: \"What are you watching?\"<br>A: \"The Lord of the Rings. I haven't seen it yet. Have you?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I saw it about a month ago. It was really good.\"<br>A: \"Don't tell me anything about it. I don't want to ruin the surprise.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Hey, what are you doing this weekend?\"<br>A: \"Nothing really. I was going to rent a video and just hang out at home.\"<br>B: \"My fraternity is going to have a party on Saturday night. Wanna come?\"<br>A: \"Hey, that sounds like fun. What fraternity are you in?\"<br>B: \"I'm over at the Delta Fraternity house.\"<br>A: \"Cool. Give me your number and I'll call you Saturday.\"<br>B: \"It's 206-555-1212.\"<br>A: \"Alright. I'll see you on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"See you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"You're Jason right?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Tom right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Not much. Just hanging out. A bunch of guys are playing a game for shots.\"<br>A: \"You're not playing?\"<br>B: \"I had enough to drink already.\"<br>A: \"I hear ya.\"<br>B: \"You in school or do you work?\"<br>A: \"I work at a marketing company. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I'm still in school. I have one more year left.\"<br>A: \"What are you majoring in?\"<br>B: \"I'm majoring in computer science.\"<br>A: \"Where do you want to work?\"<br>B: \"I would love to work at Microsoft. But it's pretty tough to get in.\"<br>A: \"So I hear. So you come to this club often?\"<br>B: \"Every now and then. I usually hang out at Pioneer Square.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. That's a cool place. There are a ton of bars to hit in that area.\"<br>B: \"Are you here with Mike?\"<br>A: \"No. Some of my work buddies. I haven't seen Mike in a while now. Do you know what he is up to?\"<br>B: \"He's going to grad school.\"<br>A: \"What a surprise. I didn't know he was so studious.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Surprised us all. Hey, I'm going to get another drink. You want one?\"<br>A: \"It's alright. I still have to work on this one.\"<br>B: \"I'll catch you later.\"<br>A: \"Alright man.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. My name is Robert.\"<br>B: \"I'm John. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Do you know what this professor is like?\"<br>B: \"I have no idea. This is my first year.\"<br>A: \"You a freshman? Me too. Where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from San Francisco.\"<br>A: \"I've been there a few times. It's a great city.\"<br>B: \"Where are you from?\"<br>A: \"I grew up in this area all my life.\"<br>B: \"So you know where all the fun places to hang out right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. The best place is over by the water. They have a lot of clubs and bars.\"<br>B: \"I drove by that area before. I didn't know it was a college hang-out.\"<br>A: \"It gets pretty wild over there sometimes. You should go.\"<br>B: \"Sounds like a good idea. Do you know what you are majoring in yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet. I'm leaning towards business, but that's only if I can't get into computer science. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I want to go to med school, so I'll probably end up majoring in biology.\"<br>A: \"That's cool.\"<br>B: \"Is the weather this bad all the time in the fall?\"<br>A: \"Yap. This is a typical autumn. It gets worse though. At least it's not raining that much.\"<br>B: \"That sucks.\"<br>A: \"You'll get used to it. In the meantime, you'll have to watch a lot of movies. Seems like the only thing to do with the bad weather.\"<br>B: \"Too expensive. Can you believe how much movies cost these days?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It's crazy. It's like 9 bucks a movie. I remember when it was half that.\"<br>B: \"Unless it's a date, I'm not going to pay that much to watch a movie.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense.\"<br>B: \"Oh. The professor is coming. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>A: \"Alright.\"<br><br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=620\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=622\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Tell me about a time you had a big disagreement with your boss. What did you do and what was the outcome?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Tell me about a time you had a big disagreement with your boss.         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I86/sentence/I86S1.mp3\">Tell me about a time you had a big disagreement with your boss. What did you do and what was the outcome?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Here is another 'tell me about' question. You will have to think of an example of your own. The items you need to include in your answer should consist of you showing proper communication, taking appropriate action, and ending with a good outcome. It's perfectly natural to disagree with your boss. It is important how you react when you have a disagreement. Show the interviewer that you are professional about disagreements.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I86/sentence/I86S2.mp3\">I never really had a big disagreement with my manager. The only thing I can think of was when I recently got back from a business trip, my manager told me I had to go on another one the next day. In my previous company, it wasn't common to send someone on a business trip immediately, but another employee got sick so I had to fill in.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I86/sentence/I86S3.mp3\">I had a disagreement with my boss on how to do an assignment. It was easy to resolve by having a discussion on the pro's and con's of both methods. We didn't come to any conclusion which way was better, and I ended up performing the work the way my manager wanted. This was because in case I couldn't finish the assignment, he could easily pick up where I left off.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I86/sentence/I86S4.mp3\">I don't think I've had a large disagreement with my boss before, but I do remember a small disagreement. I received an email from my boss telling me that he wants me to stop the work I was doing on my project and give it to a co-worker. He wanted me to start on a new project immediately. I spent two and a half weeks on this project and I only had three days left. I really wanted to finish this and it didn't make sense for me to hand this project off to someone else. So I put some thought into it, went over to my boss's office, and asked him why this project couldn't wait three days. He made his argument and I still didn't agree. We discussed this for a while and we compromised by having someone help me finish the project I was working on so I can have some time to kick start the next project. That's the only experience I had with a disagreement, but I learned that it only takes simple dialog and a little compromise to overcome a disagreement.</a>\"</span><br><br>I know this answer is long, but all types of 'tell me about' questions are long. You have to tell a story in the shortest way for them to understand while explaining the disagreement along with the outcome. It's a huge question and it will take a long time to master 'tell me about' questions. That is why you should diligent on these types of questions.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=344\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=346\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #27         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Who is in the hospital?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Jared is in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jared's friend is in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Jared's father is in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Jared's wife is in the hospital<br><br>2. Who else is in the hospital right now?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Jared's wife is also in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jared's cousin is also in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Jared's mother is also in the hospital<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Jared's friend is also in the hospital<br><br>3. Why is that person in the hospital?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Had a stroke<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Had a heart attack<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Has a high fever<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. When will Jared go to the hospital?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Right away<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Right after dinner<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> First thing in the morning<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> After class tomorrow<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Jared's father is in the hospital<br>2. Jared's mother is also in the hospital<br>3. None of the above<br>4. Right after dinner         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Jared, I just heard about your father. How is he doing?\"<br>B: \"He's in the hospital resting. The doctor's didn't give a clear answer yet.\"<br>A: \"I'm so sorry to hear that. But this is a good hospital. I'm sure they will do whatever they can.\"<br>B: \"I hope so.\"<br>A: \"You must feel really worried right now. But you know your dad is a fighter.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I think my mom is the most worried. I'm basically worried about how she is doing.\"<br>A: \"Where is she right now?\"<br>B: \"She's in the hospital with my dad. I have to go back tonight.\"<br>A: \"Hey, I'll go with you.\"<br>B: \"You don't have to.\"<br>A: \"It's really no problem.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Let's go right after dinner.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=225\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=227\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm flat <i><b>broke</b></i>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Broke         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To have no money<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Broke\" is an informal way of saying \"broken.\" Long time ago broken was defined as \"having no money\" or to \"become bankrupt, to fail.\" Although the meaning long time ago meant bankrupt, it is used regularly just to express you don't have any money at that moment.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S1.mp3\">I'm flat <i><b>broke</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S2.mp3\">I can't afford to buy that television. I'm totally <i><b>broke</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S3.mp3\">I can't pay my bills. I'm <i><b>broke</b></i>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S4.mp3\">Let's go see a movie.</a>\"</span><br><b>B:</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S5.mp3\">I can't. I barely have enough money for food. I'm <i><b>broke</b></i> until my next paycheck.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S6.mp3\">I don't have any money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P53/sentence/P53S7.mp3\">I don't even have a dime to spare.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=819\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1001\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when there is no work to do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when there is no work to do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S1.mp3\">What do you do when there is no work to do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The interviewer wants to find out what type of person you are. Are you a busy body looking for work, or are you a lazy person doing only the work that they tell you to do? This question will determine just that so make sure you give them an answer showing your great work habits.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S2.mp3\">I always try to be productive even if there isn't much work to do. I use my time to find areas of improvement within the office, take time to study new things that will help me on future projects, and volunteer to help other coworkers that might have too much work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S3.mp3\">Usually when I have nothing to do, I ask my manager if any of my peers need help. If not, then I usually spend time studying material that will help me on my next project.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S4.mp3\">As a sales associate, there are many times when there is no work. But I always stay busy by cleaning and rearranging the items I'm selling before customers come in.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S5.mp3\">When I have no direct work, I always find side project such as thinking about a process of some sort that helps with office efficiency. One time, I created a small tool using MS Word that helped our team speed up the mailing process.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I87/sentence/I87S6.mp3\">I'm a type of person who hates not having work to do. In my last position, I frequently asked my supervisor for more work when I finished early. And in times when there really is no work, I go around searching for work and if I'm still unsuccessful, I'll try to make work that will make existing processes more efficient. So I believe there never is a time when there is no work to do.</a>\"</span><br><br>Would you want a person like this? I think most companies will love an employee who wants to continually work. So the example is the type of answer you should give.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=345\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=347\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=227",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #28         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What causes stress the most for this person?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pressure from parents<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Too much school work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Stressful work<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Demanding wife<br><br>2. Why does the other friend NOT have this same problem?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Brought home bad grades<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Always got into trouble<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Never listened<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Never paid attention<br><br>3. How does this person deal with stress?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Meditate<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Talk with a psychologist<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Drink with friends<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Ignore the stress<br><br>4. What are they going to do after this conversation?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Grab a beer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Go home<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Eat dinner<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Watch TV<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aaca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Pressure from parents<br>2. Brought home bad grades<br>3. Drink with friends<br>4. Grab a beer         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What stresses you out the most?\"<br>B: \"Probably my parents.\"<br>A: \"How so?\"<br>B: \"Well, during school, they wanted good grades. Then after I got a job, they wanted me to get a better job. And finally, they want me to get married.\"<br>A: \"You have to deal with a lot of pressure from your parents.\"<br>B: \"Your parents are not like that?\"<br>A: \"Ever since I brought home some bad grades in elementary school, they never expected much.\"<br>B: \"You're lucky.\"<br>A: \"What do you do to deal with the stress?\"<br>B: \"Not much I can do. It's always there. I sometimes go out with some friends and drink, but that's only a temporary solution. The stress always returns in the morning.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. You wanna go grab a beer?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Sounds great. Let's go.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=226\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=228\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It <b>beats me</b> how they finished before us.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Beats Me         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To not know; to not understand<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Not many resources on this phrase, but could come from beating information out of someone. When someone is holding back information, they would get beat until they tell the answer. In this case, the person could be saying that even if I was beaten, I wouldn't know. Therefore, it became popular to say \"beats me\" to indicate you do not know.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S1.mp3\">It <b>beats me</b> how they finished before us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S2.mp3\"><b>Beats me</b> why he was so mean to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S3.mp3\"><b>Beats me</b> how she found out we did it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S4.mp3\">So how did you and Tim do in your race?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S5.mp3\">I finished in third and Tim finished in second.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S6.mp3\">You got third? How did Tim beat you?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S7.mp3\"><b>Beats me</b>, I guess he has been training really hard.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S8.mp3\">I have no idea how to do this.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P54/sentence/P54S9.mp3\">I don't know what he's talking about.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=820\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1002\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=347",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when there are too many things to do?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when there are too many things to do?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S1.mp3\">What do you do when there are too many things to do?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>When someone is busy, it is important to take some time to organize and prioritize the work. Many people just try to work faster, but that doesn't really help. Planning and working smarter is the best answer when times get busy.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S2.mp3\">I usually plan, organize, prioritize and then work real hard. I always keep my cool and work on one item after another. I found that this is efficient instead of worrying about how much work there is to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S3.mp3\">I really like it when there is so much work. I'm a fast and efficient worker and I like taking challenges that are big. With proper planning and execution, I have always managed to complete all my tasks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S4.mp3\">I regain my composure, take a deep breath, and work diligently. If there is a chance that I might not finish something due to the size of the work item, I'll inform my manager and make sure my manager is aware of my situation.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S5.mp3\">I believe in hard work. A lot can get accomplished by working diligently. In a situation where there are many things to do, I'll reprioritize my work, plan and organize as much as I can and work hard.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I88/sentence/I88S6.mp3\">For me, the busier it gets, the more I organize and plan. Some people might think I could use the time I spend in planning out my day to work on something, but I realized how efficient I can work when I organize my work ahead of time and plan out my day thoroughly. Also, it prevents me from panicking or from blowing up from the pressure. I learned from my previous manager that when there are many things to do, you should work smarter instead of faster.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can answer by saying that you will work harder or work faster or even work overtime, but people with experience knows that working smarter by planning and organizing comes from experience. So even if you don't have much experience, this type of answer can make you look like you have been in this type of position many times and overcame them.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=346\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=348\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you feel burned out?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you feel burned out?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S1.mp3\">What do you do when you feel burned out?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you never burn out, then you are either superman or you don't work that hard. It is ok to admit to burning out at times, and you should provide an answer that shows how you deal with the times when you do get burned out.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S2.mp3\">I think it's important to anticipate being burned out before it happens. But if a deadline requires me to work so much that I end up being burned out, I try to relax myself and get reenergized by not thinking about work at home and watching a good movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S3.mp3\">When I feel burned out, I go to the gym and work out. This actually helps me because it moves the focus from my mind to my body. After a good work out, I really feel mentally rejuvenated.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S4.mp3\">I usually use the weekends to engage in my personal hobbies to prevent me from burning out. I like to play tennis and golf, and these activities keep me mentally energized to work hard in the office.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I89/sentence/I89S5.mp3\">I try to prevent burning out by maintaining a healthy balanced life. I try to engage in personal hobbies outside of work such as playing the guitar or going for a hike. They keep me energized to work hard in the office. But if I do feel burned out, I like to rent a movie and relax for the night.</a>\"</span><br><br>As you can tell, this is an easy answer. Many times a person who constantly works without a break can eventually become a bad employee by burning out. Being able to communicate exactly what you do during burnouts or how to prevent them indicates that you have balance. So simply listing a couple of hobbies and adding, 'keeps me energized to work hard in the office' is a good enough answer that the interviewer will accept.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=347\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=349\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>He said he didn't do it but <b>I don't buy it</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Don't Buy it         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Disagree; to not be convinced<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This phrase comes from a popular way of getting agreement, which is \"buy in.\" For example, a company director can say, \"we need buy in from all the board members to proceed.\" In this statement, \"buy in\" is getting agreement. Therefore, if you \"don't buy it,\" then you are not agreeing.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S1.mp3\">He said he didn't do it but <b>I don't buy it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S2.mp3\">Their prices are supposed to be better but <b>I don't buy it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S3.mp3\">She said she was sorry but <b>I don't buy it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S4.mp3\">So what were you guys arguing about?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S5.mp3\">He said some mean things to me the other day.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S6.mp3\">Did he apologize to you?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S7.mp3\">Yes, but <b>I don't buy it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P55/sentence/P55S8.mp3\">I don't believe it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1001\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1003\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=228",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #29         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why does Sarah look so terrible?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Her dog died<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Her fish died<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Her grandmother passed away<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Her grandfather passed away<br><br>2. What was the cause of death?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Natural<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Car accident<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Attacked by another dog<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Cat ate the fish<br><br>3. What recommendation did the friend give Sarah?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To forget about everything<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To visit the cemetery often<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To look at old photos<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To buy another pet<br><br>4. Where are they going now?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To the cemetery<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To the pet store<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To eat something<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To the hospital<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cabc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Her grandmother passed away<br>2. Natural<br>3. To visit the cemetery often<br>4. To eat something         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Sarah. You look terrible. What's wrong?\"<br>B: \"My grandmother just passed away.\"<br>A: \"I'm so sorry to hear that. When did this happen?\"<br>B: \"A couple of days ago. I just go back from the funeral.\"<br>A: \"Is there anything I can do?\"<br>B: \"No... not really. The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died. I really wanted to be there one last time.\"<br>A: \"I'm sure she knew you loved her. Did she pass away in the hospital?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. She died in her sleep.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry she's gone.\"<br>B: \"At least she didn't suffer.\"<br>A: \"I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together.\"<br>B: \"I know. But I miss her.\"<br>A: \"When my grandmother passed away, I frequently visited her in the cemetery. I always talked to her. Even though she wasn't there, I somehow knew she heard what I said.\"<br>B: \"Yeah? That's what I was thinking too. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day. We should get you something to eat.\"<br>B: \"You're right... I should eat something. Let's go.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=227\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=229\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1003",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I know you're upset but you have to <b>keep your cool</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Keep Your Cool         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To act normal<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Cool\" is described as composure and the absence of excitement in a person. To maintain composure, you wouldn't get excited and you would act normally.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S1.mp3\">I know you're upset but you have to <b>keep your cool</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S2.mp3\">Here she comes, <b>keep your cool</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S3.mp3\"><b>Keep your cool</b>. You don't want to mess this up.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S4.mp3\">Are you ready for your job interview?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S5.mp3\">Yes, but I'm a bit nervous about it.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S6.mp3\">Just <b>keep your cool</b> and you will do fine.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S7.mp3\">You need to stay calm.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P56/sentence/P56S8.mp3\">Don't let it bother you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1002\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1004\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=349",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you manage having so many things to do such as work, family, and school?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you balance both your family and your job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S1.mp3\">How do you manage having so many things to do such as work, family, and school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S2.mp3\">How do you balance both your family and your job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another easy answer where you can show your willingness to work hard. But it is unlikely you will get this question. Most of the time, the interviewer will ask this during small talk. When interviewing in America, I noticed there are many times where small talk is important. For example, walking together to the office could take two minutes. Are you going to say nothing during those two minutes? What if the interviewer asks how your day is going? He or she is basically initiating small talk. So it is definitely possible you will engage in small talk, and you should definitely practice small talk.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S3.mp3\">With my kids in school, it's really easy to manage my time. I have the full day to myself and I want to be productive by helping a company grow.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S4.mp3\">I'm very organized and I plan everything I do. This helps me to easily find a balance between family and work.</a>\"</span> <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I90/sentence/I90S5.mp3\">Well, during the day while my kids are in school, I like to work. And in the evenings we spend time together doing homework. I really enjoy being busy and managing multiple things in my life.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is a short answer that shows the ability of multi-tasking. Also, a person who enjoys being busy is a good sign. So even if you receive questions during small talk, make sure to give answers that show good traits.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=348\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=350\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=229",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #30         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What description is used for a breakup?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It is unpleasant but necessary<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It was the worst feeling in the world<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It was bearable<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It sucked<br><br>2. What time frame did the friend mention for the pain?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It lasts a long time<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It is over before you know it<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It will never get better<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It is only temporary<br><br>3. What did his friend tell him to think about?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Think about all the good memories<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Think of all the bad things<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Think how stupid the relationship was<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Think about a new girl<br><br>4. What final recommendation did his friend give him?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To eat a lot of food<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To be around people<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To start old hobbies<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To watch a lot of TV<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdbb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. It was the worst feeling in the world<br>2. It is only temporary<br>3. Think of all the bad things<br>4. To be around people         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Why are you so quiet?\"<br>B: \"My girlfriend just broke up with me.\"<br>A: \"You must feel terrible now.\"<br>B: \"Yeah.\"<br>A: \"I remember my first break up. It was the worst feeling in the world. I was crying everyday for three months. And slowly, it got better. I know you'll feel better too.\"<br>B: \"You've been through this too?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I remember it very clearly. The pain makes it easy to remember. I know you're really hurting right now, but you know many people experience break ups.\"<br>B: \"But it hurts too much.\"<br>A: \"I know it's painful, but it's only temporary. After the pain goes away, you'll find other girls.\"<br>B: \"What if I don't want to find another girl?\"<br>A: \"You'll change your mind. Look at everyone in the world. They all break up and move on. The faster you understand this, the quicker you will recover.\"<br>B: \"You're right.\"<br>A: \"I also know you must still have strong feelings for her, but try to think of all the bad things. You know she didn't treat you that well. Is that the person you want to spend the rest of your life with?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Thanks for the talk.\"<br>A: \"I'll give you a call later. We should hang out. It's good to be around people.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll talk to you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=228\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=230\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=350",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You've been with one company your entire career. Don't you think you will have a tough time adjusting to a new environment?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You've been with one company your entire career. Don't you think you will have a tough time adjusting to a new environment?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S1.mp3\">You've been with one company your entire career. Don't you think you will have a tough time adjusting to a new environment?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If this is the case and you have been with only one company your entire career, then the best way to answer this question is to say how many changes you experienced in your previous position. Then it will sound like you are good with change and can adapt to new situations easily.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S2.mp3\">In my company, my projects changed very frequently and I was required to ramp up on new technologies. I'm also very friendly and like to meet new people. So I think I'll have an easy time adjusting to a new environment.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S3.mp3\">I actually like being in new environments. I like to travel a lot and even when I'm in a different country, I have always blended in smoothly.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S4.mp3\">I don't think it will be very difficult. I learned that this company is very diverse and has a great office environment. I feel I'll blend right in and make solid contributions to this company.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I91/sentence/I91S5.mp3\">Although I've been with one company, I have experienced many changes and new roles in my career. For example, during the middle of a long project, the vice president sent out a group wide mail completely changing our direction. We had to basically start from scratch with half the time left. It felt like I was a new employee again having to ramp up on new technology, reading up on instructional documentation, and learn new applications. So through my experience dealing with change and adjusting to new projects, I am confident I will not have a tough time adjusting to this new environment.</a>\"</span><br><br>Saying this confidently is the key. It's not an important question, but more like a question verifying that you are willing and capable of new things. But the more you convince them of your abilities to change, then the better you will appear.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=349\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=351\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1004",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Dinner was <b>sort of</b> expensive.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sort Of         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A little; kind of<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Usually used to express a lesser degree.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S1.mp3\">Dinner was <b>sort of</b> expensive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S2.mp3\">I <b>sort of</b> like her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S3.mp3\">I <b>sort of</b> know how to cook.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S4.mp3\">Do you know how to get to the airport?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S5.mp3\"><b>Sort of</b>. But it's hard for me to explain.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S6.mp3\">Never mind then, I will just look the directions up.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S7.mp3\">Sorry I couldn't be more help.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S8.mp3\">A little bit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P57/sentence/P57S9.mp3\">I kind of know.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1003\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1005\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=230",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #31         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What feeling are they talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> True love<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Blind love<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Mother's love<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Real love<br><br>2. Why does Jack like this girl?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because the girl is very sweet<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because the girl is very nice<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because the girl has a nice personality<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because the girl is hot<br><br>3. Where does Jack plan on talking to this girl?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the hallway before class<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In front of the library<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In the cafeteria when she is alone<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At the bus stop<br><br>4. How does Jack know she doesn't have a boyfriend?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Jack followed her around campus<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jack asked her directly<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Jack asked one of her friends<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Jack read her profile on the Internet<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Blind love<br>2. Because the girl is hot<br>3. In the cafeteria when she is alone<br>4. Jack followed her around campus         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. How's it going?\"<br>B: \"I'm falling in love.\"<br>A: \"What! With who?\"<br>B: \"That girl in my econ class. She is so hot.\"<br>A: \"Did you guys go on a date already?\"<br>B: \"No. I didn't even talk to her yet. But I think I'm in love.\"<br>A: \"Does she have a boyfriend?\"<br>B: \"I don't think so. I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy.\"<br>A: \"Dude, you're a stalker man. Just ask her on a date.\"<br>B: \"I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone. I think I'll ask her then.\"<br>A: \"So why do you think you're in love?\"<br>B: \"She's the only thing I can think of all day long.\"<br>A: \"That's called blind love. Well, I gotta run. Tell me how it goes next week.\"<br>B: \"Aright. I'll talk to you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=229\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=231\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1005",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Good for you</b>, you finally passed your test.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Good For You         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Expressing that you are happy for a person<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is pretty literal. However, this can be used sarcastically.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S1.mp3\"><b>Good for you</b>, you finally passed your test.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S2.mp3\">I heard you got accepted to college, <b>good for you</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S3.mp3\">I heard you got married recently, <b>good for you</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S4.mp3\">I was really surprised when I was offered the promotion.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S5.mp3\">Why is that?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S6.mp3\">I just figured it would go to someone with more experience.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S7.mp3\"><b>Good for you</b>, you deserve it as much as anyone.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S8.mp3\">I am proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P58/sentence/P58S9.mp3\">All credit goes to you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1004\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1006\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=231",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #32         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How does he feel after breaking up with his girlfriend?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Depressed and sad<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Relieved and glad<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In extreme pain<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Crying all day long<br><br>2. How long did the relationship last?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 1 month<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 2 months<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 1 year<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 2 years<br><br>3. Why did they break up?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She was too emotional<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He didn't treat her well<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She found another guy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He was going abroad to study<br><br>4. What other term was used that is similar to being too emotional ?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A cry baby<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A psycho<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A mama's boy<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A freak<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Relieved and glad<br>2. 2 months<br>3. She was too emotional<br>4. A psycho         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What happened to that girl you were seeing?\"<br>B: \"Oh Jackie? We broke up last week.\"<br>A: \"That was a short relationship. You only started dating 2 months ago.\"<br>B: \"It was actually a long two months. She was a psycho.\"<br>A: \"What do you mean?\"<br>B: \"She would be laughing one moment, and if I said something insensitive, she would start crying. I didn't want to deal with that.\"<br>A: \"She sounds very emotional.\"<br>B: \"She was a psycho man. One time we were suppose to get together. I was waiting for her call, and when she finally called, she was screaming why I wasn't at her place.\"<br>A: \"Were you suppose to be there?\"<br>B: \"I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping. It was a misunderstanding. She was literally screaming on the phone over this.\"<br>A: \"Ok. You're right. She's a psycho.\"<br>B: \"I'm just glad it's over.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=230\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=232\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=351",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I92/sentence/I92S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What have you heard about our company that you didn't like?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What have you heard about our company that you didn't like?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I92/sentence/I92S1.mp3\">What have you heard about our company that you didn't like?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is an unusual question but just in case you will need an answer. After researching and you find out that everything is good, you can basically say that you couldn't find anything wrong. Try to mix in humor if you can since this is an odd question. Also, take a moment to pretend to be thinking about the question before answering immediately.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I92/sentence/I92S2.mp3\">From my research, I didn't find anything I disliked. This company provides great benefits, works on exciting products, and is listed in the top 100 companies to work for.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I92/sentence/I92S3.mp3\">When I search for a job, I always look for negative things. However, I didn't find anything that I didn't like. That's why I'm very excited to have this opportunity to work here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I92/sentence/I92S4.mp3\">Hmmm... I read up on this company thoroughly and even spoke with a friend who works here. I didn't hear anything negative about ABC Company. Is there something I should know before working here?</a>\"</span><br><br>The last sentence in the answer is a question you should say with a slight smile. That should lighten the tension a little and show that you are fully confident.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=350\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=352\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=630",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Body Parts - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Sarah. Why are you limping?\"<br>B: \"Oh. Hi Matt. I went snowboarding yesterday and my whole body aches.\"<br>A: \"Was it your first time?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. And I never want to go again.\"<br>A: \"I remember the first time I went. My back was sore, I couldn't sit down because it hurt my butt, and my legs would cramp if I walked too fast.\"<br>B: \"That's exactly how I feel now.\"<br>A: \"It's only like that the first couple of times.\"<br>B: \"Ha. There won't be a next time.\"<br>A: \"You gotta give it a chance. It's fun after a while.\"<br>B: \"I'll think about it after I start feeling better. Right now, I don't even want to hear the word snowboarding.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L74/practice/L74P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Ahhchooo!\"<br>B: \"You've been sneezing a lot lately. Are you sick or something?\"<br>A: \"No. Every spring time around April, I'm stricken with allergies.\"<br>B: \"I never have seasonal allergies.\"<br>A: \"Consider yourself lucky.\"<br>B: \"What are all the symptoms?\"<br>A: \"Well, as you just saw, I sneeze a lot. Also, my nose becomes very runny, my throat sometimes itches, and my eyes start to water.\"<br>B: \"That doesn't sound good.\"<br>A: \"No it's not. So you don't have any type of allergies?\"<br>B: \"Well, I have a severe allergic reaction to alcohol. It runs in the family.\"<br>A: \"Everyone to some extent is allergic to alcohol.\"<br>B: \"I get it pretty bad. My whole face turns red, including my ears. My eyes become bloodshot, and I start to itch all over my body.\"<br>A: \"That's pretty bad.\"<br>B: \"But that doesn't stop me from drinking. Hahaha.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=628\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=631\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=232",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #33         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where did he get a job?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At a computer software company<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a marketing company<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a consulting firm<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At an accounting firm<br><br>2. What things did he stop worrying about after getting a job?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> How to pay the bills<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> How to explain to his mother<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Not having to job search and interview anymore<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Feeling like a loser<br><br>3. When does he start work?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Next Monday<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Next month<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> On June 1st<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> On April 15th<br><br>4. How is he feeling about starting work?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Relieved and happy<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Nervous and excited<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Scared and worried<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At a consulting firm<br>2. Not having to job search and interview anymore<br>3. Next Monday<br>4. Nervous and excited         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Matt. I just got a job at a consulting firm.\"<br>B: \"Congratulations. That's great!\"<br>A: \"I'm so happy. I don't have to worry about finding a job and interviewing anymore.\"<br>B: \"When do you start?\"<br>A: \"I start next Monday.\"<br>B: \"You're going to have to put in a lot of hours you know.\"<br>A: \"I know. I'm a little nervous, but it's pretty exciting.\"<br>B: \"I bet. You must be stoked.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm going to celebrate tonight. Wanna hang out?\"<br>B: \"Sure. It's on you right?\"<br>A: \"Of course. How about Toby? Should we call him?\"<br>B: \"I don't know. He's a little depressed. He's having a hard time finding a job right now.\"<br>A: \"I should still tell him. In the least, I can refer him to my company. It might help.\"<br>B: \"That sounds like a good idea.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=231\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=233\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1006",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Good luck</b> on your interview tomorrow.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Good Luck         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Wishing someone well. Also can mean that it is not possible.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The literal definition of wishing someone well is very literal. It is used very frequently in this way. However, another popular way this phrase is used is when you don't think a person can do something. The third sentence below is an example of this.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S1.mp3\"><b>Good luck</b> on your interview tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S2.mp3\">I heard you're going to look for a new house, <b>good luck</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S3.mp3\"><b>Good luck</b> trying to find a better deal than this one.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S4.mp3\">My son has his first baseball game tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S5.mp3\">Is he nervous?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S6.mp3\">He is actually very excited for it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S7.mp3\">Tell him we said <b>good luck</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S8.mp3\">I wish you the best.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P59/sentence/P59S9.mp3\">Hope you do well.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1005\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1007\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I93/sentence/I93S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you want to work for a small or large company and why?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you want to work for a small or large company and why?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I93/sentence/I93S1.mp3\">Do you want to work for a small or large company and why?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This all depends on what size company you are interviewing for. Usually, large companies will not ask this question. But if they do, make sure you mention you want to work for a large company because of the resources, the training, and other things you can think of. More likely, a smaller company will ask you this wondering why you would choose a small company. The best way to answer this question is to first think about what a small company can provide over a big company. The most significant advantage of working for a small company is having the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I93/sentence/I93S2.mp3\">I want to work for a large company because there are different opportunities within the company. I also feel a larger company provides better training. Finally, a larger company already has key processes in place to provide employees tools to work efficiently.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I93/sentence/I93S3.mp3\">I worked for a small company for a year and missed out on a lot of benefits a larger company provides such as training, structured work environment, and a wider variety of work. So I want to work for a large company.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I93/sentence/I93S4.mp3\">I want to work for a small company because I feel I'll have more opportunities to gain valuable experience. I know some friends in large companies and they have specific roles that limit what they're capable of doing. I'm hoping that a small company will have more variety and challenges for each employee.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is pretty short but to the point. It displays wanting to learn and an eagerness to try a variety of things.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=351\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=353\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=631",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/631-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dieting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/631-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Everyone who wants to lose weight has to go on a diet. Since most of the people are somewhat overweight, this becomes a hot topic to talk about. Although both men and women go on diets, I will primarily focus this towards the women population as it is more of a discussion topic for them.<br><br>When you see someone and notice a weight change, you usually want to mention that they look better or that they lost weight.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S1.mp3\">Have you lost weight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S2.mp3\">You look better, did you lose weight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S3.mp3\">Have you been dieting?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S4.mp3\">Wow. You look so good.</a>\"</span><br><br>Another time dieting discussion starts is during meals. When a person is trying to eat less, people question why and a conversation about dieting begins.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S5.mp3\">Is that all you're going to eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S6.mp3\">Why aren't you eating anything?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S7.mp3\">Did you already eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S8.mp3\">Are you on a diet or something?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S9.mp3\">Are you not hungry?</a>\"</span><br><br>And then the person will usually respond by saying:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S10.mp3\">I'm trying to lose some weight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S11.mp3\">I started to diet so I am watching what I eat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S12.mp3\">I want to lose some weight before I take family pictures next month.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S13.mp3\">I'm on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><br>Some people look so skinny and they still say they are going to go on a diet. Here are some comments you can say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S14.mp3\">You do not need to go on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S15.mp3\">You look great now. Why do you want to go on a diet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L75/sentence/L75S16.mp3\">Yeah right. Like you have to lose weight.</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that it is ok to talk about dieting with friends, but if you are among people you do not know too well, make sure there isn't somebody who is overweight already. You don't want to talk about dieting in front of these people because they might be self conscious about their weight.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=630\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=632\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1007",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Why does he always get to ride <b>shotgun</b>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shotgun         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To claim the front seat in a car.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Instead of people fighting over who will sit in the front seat, people would decide who gets the front seat by whoever shouts out \"shotgun\" first.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S1.mp3\">Why does he always get to ride <b>shotgun</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S2.mp3\">If we go to the store with mom I call <b>shotgun</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S3.mp3\">I am heading out to the party. Do you want to ride <b>shotgun</b>?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S4.mp3\">Hey James, mom said she would give us a ride home?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S5.mp3\">I call <b>shotgun</b>!</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S6.mp3\">That's not fair you always sit in the front seat.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S7.mp3\">You just need to say it before me next time.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S8.mp3\">I will sit in the front passenger seat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P60/sentence/P60S9.mp3\">I get to sit in the front seat next to the driver.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1006\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1008\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=233",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Intermediate Listening Lesson #34         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Martha crying?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pat just broke up with her<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Jake just broke up with her<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She broke up with Pat<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She broke up with Jake<br><br>2. When did the break up occur?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Earlier today<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Yesterday<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Last week<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Last weekend<br><br>3. What was the cause of the breakup?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The guy found another girl<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Martha found another guy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They weren't good for each other<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They had too many fights<br><br>4. How is Martha taking this?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She doesn't know what to do because this is her first break up experience<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She is very logical and knows the pain will go away because she experienced this before<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She is very happy that she doesn't have to deal with her boyfriend anymore<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She feels like going shopping and will meet her friend right now<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Jake just broke up with her<br>2. Yesterday<br>3. The guy found another girl<br>4. She is very logical and knows the pain will go away because she experienced this before         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Martha. What's wrong? Why are you crying?\"<br>B: \"Jake just broke up with me.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry. When did this happen?\"<br>B: \"Yesterday. I didn't even know it was coming. He just told me he found someone else.\"<br>A: \"What a jerk. He doesn't deserve you.\"<br>B: \"But it still hurts. I thought I loved him.\"<br>A: \"He didn't treat you that well either. Maybe you don't want to hear this, but I think you can do better.\"<br>B: \"Better or worse, it doesn't matter. I had a lot of feelings for him. I really liked him\"<br>A: \"It must be really painful. I remember when Josh and I broke up. I was crying for a week.\"<br>B: \"I know I'll get over him. My first break up was painful because I was naive.\"<br>A: \"Exactly. You'll find someone again. You should get your mind off of this. Let's go shopping.\"<br>B: \"Maybe tomorrow. I don't feel like it tonight.\"<br>A: \"How about coffee down the street?\"<br>B: \"Sure.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=232\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=300\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=353",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you're having difficulty solving a problem?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you're having difficulty solving a problem?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S1.mp3\">What do you do when you're having difficulty solving a problem?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are many different ways to approach this answer. So there are many right answers. Just remember to explain yourself step by step.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S2.mp3\">I usually take a short break. I found that this helps me think clearer and often times I end up solving the problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S3.mp3\">I break down the problem piece by piece and try and solve difficult problems step by step. This approach helps me not to get overwhelmed by difficult problems.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S4.mp3\">I always do my best solving difficult problems. If I have trouble, I'll use resources around me such as looking through the Internet, asking co-workers, asking my manager, or looking through some books.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I94/sentence/I94S5.mp3\">There are couple things I do when I'm having a problem. Sometimes I try to focus so hard that I miss a point that would help me solve the problem. So I take a 2 minute break to help me approach the problem in a different way. I could either go get a drink of water, or stand up and move around. I find that this helps me at times. But if I still continue to have problems, I don't mind asking a co-worker for some assistance. I believe in using all the resources around me and I think co-workers should use me as a resource as well.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer first tries to solve the problem without bothering another person. But if everything fails, it is ok to ask questions to someone else.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=352\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=354\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1008",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Who cares</b> if they win or lose?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Who Cares         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To express something is not important to you.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This phrase is usually used by itself when you are responding to a statement someone made. The example sentences below show a full sentence to provide more context, but it is normally used by itself.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S1.mp3\"><b>Who cares</b> if they win or lose?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S2.mp3\"><b>Who cares</b> whether or not it rains.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S3.mp3\"><b>Who cares</b> about what they think.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S4.mp3\">Did you happen to watch the game last night?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S5.mp3\">No I was not home.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S6.mp3\">I was just wondering who won?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S7.mp3\"><b>Who cares</b>, I don't really like either teams.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S8.mp3\">It doesn't matter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P61/sentence/P61S9.mp3\">I do not care.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1007\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1009\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=354",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you have a problem with a direct?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you have a problem with a direct?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S1.mp3\">What do you do when you have a problem with a direct?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is more of a question for management. There are multiple ways you can answer this, but you should show that you are responsible and that you know how to resolve these types of problems.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S2.mp3\">I believe in open communication. I always analyze the problem and then tell my direct clearly. I always provide steps that we both can take to deal with the problem. This approach helps me because it shows my respect.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S3.mp3\">In this situation, I believe communication is very important. I'll usually have a meeting with my direct on the problems I have. It's easier to work on a problem together when everyone involved is aware, so I always communicate the problems that I see.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S4.mp3\">I believe feedback is important to solve problems with a direct. I meet with my directs regularly and always provide suggestions on how to improve. I also use this time to work out problems we might have. It's important to let my directs know where I stand so they don't have to make assumptions.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I95/sentence/I95S5.mp3\">Because I'm the manager, I feel it's my responsibility to improve the relationship. If the problem is work related, I'll narrow the problem down whether it's with his working style or another type of problem and assist in anyway I can. This would also involve providing feedback and suggestions on how to approach problems. But if our personality's conflict then I would try to be more understanding.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=353\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=355\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=300",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #01         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L43/practice/L43P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What two states are the guys from?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> New York and Oregon<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> California and New York<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Texas and California<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Texas and New York<br><br>2. What year are the two students in?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Both are freshman<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> One is a freshman and the other is a sophomore<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> One is a sophomore and the other is a junior<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both are senior<br><br>3. What university are they currently at?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Austin<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Stanford<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Berkeley<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> UCLA<br><br>4. What are all the majors that were brought up?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Political Science, English Literature, and Electical Engineering<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Science, English Literature, and Mechanical Engineering<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Biology, English, and Chemical Engineering<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"caca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Texas and California<br>2. Both are freshman<br>3. Berkeley<br>4. Political Science, English Literature, and Electical Engineering         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. My name is Mark.\"<br>B: \"Mark? I'm Bill. Glad to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. So where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Houston Texas.\"<br>A: \"Oh... I'm from Southern California.\"<br>B: \"There must be a lot of cute girls over there huh?\"<br>A: \"Hell yeah. But most of them are hoochies.\"<br>B: \"That sucks. So, what year are you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a freshman.\"<br>B: \"This is my first year too.\"<br>A: \"So what made you decide to come to California for school? I hear Austin is a good school.\"<br>B: \"It's aright, but I think Berkeley is better.\"<br>A: \"So is this where you wanted to come?\"<br>B: \"To tell you the truth, I wanted to go to Stanford. I made it on the waiting list, but ninety nine percent of the people accepted to Stanford go there. Like, who wouldn't right?\"<br>A: \"Very true. But this is still a good school.\"<br>B: \"I'm not complaining. I just know that I wanted to come to California. Texas is cool and all, but I wanted to experience different things.\"<br>A: \"That's good. Do you know what you plan on majoring in?\"<br>B: \"I was thinking about political science, but now I'm leaning towards English literature. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I plan on majoring in double E.\"<br>B: \"Do you know where the Smith building is? I have to pick up the syllabus for my psychology class. I missed the first day.\"<br>A: \"That's a great start. It's over there by the library.\"<br>B: \"It was nice meeting you.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. We should hang out later.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I'll see you tomorrow in class then.\"<br>A: \"Aright. Later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=233\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=301\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you have a problem with your boss?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you have a problem with your boss?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S1.mp3\">What do you do when you have a problem with your boss?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is a little easier for me because I haven't had many directs I didn't like. It is easier to tell a manager your problems because they are in a position where they should accept listening to your problems. So in this case, I would answer it by showing some honesty trait.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S2.mp3\">I'm very open with my manager. I feel it's important that my manager knows about how I feel. I always start a conversation and try and solve our differences through professional conversation.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S3.mp3\">When I have a problem with my boss, I don't like to keep it bottled up. I want to resolve problems so I can work efficiently without distractions. So I always talk to my manager about the problems that I have openly.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S4.mp3\">I deal with different types of people very well, but if I have a problem that affects my work, I will openly tell my manager and the reason why it's bothering me.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I96/sentence/I96S5.mp3\">I'm a very honest and open person. So anytime I have a problem with my boss, I always let him or her know. I make a list of things that bother me. I ask my boss for time to chat and I reveal these problems and the reasons for them. I want to make sure I'm not being offensive or sound like I'm accusing my boss of anything.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=354\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=356\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=301",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #02         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L51/practice/L51P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Jack so tired?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He was up all night drinking at a party<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He was up all night studying<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He got sick and is feeling tired all the time<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>2. What does cramming mean in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To drink as much as possible in a short amount of time<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To pack for vacation using one small bag<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To do last minute studying<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To have muscle pain from running too much<br><br>3. What subject and how many pages does one student have to write?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 5 pages for English literature<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 10 pages for English literature<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 5 pages for Psychology<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 10 pages for Psychology<br><br>4. Why are they going to meet on Saturday?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because one student will help the other in Biology<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because one student will help the other in Chemistry<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To share notes in the history class they are taking<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To study together for the Psychology exam<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He was up all night studying<br>2. To do last minute studying<br>3. 10 pages for Psychology<br>4. Because one student will help the other in Chemistry         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. You look tired. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"It's finals week and I have been up all night studying.\"<br>A: \"How many exams do you have left?\"<br>B: \"Three more to go?\"<br>A: \"Have you been keeping up, or are you cramming everything?\"<br>B: \"If I was keeping up, I wouldn't need to stay up all night.\"<br>A: \"Ha ha ha. Looks like you are in for a tough week.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. How about you? What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"I finished my last final this morning.\"<br>B: \"So you're completely done?\"<br>A: \"No. I have one more report that is due this Friday. I haven't started it yet, but it shouldn't be too tough.\"<br>B: \"How many pages do you have to write?\"<br>A: \"It's a 10 page paper on habitual behavior for psychology 211.\"<br>B: \"You wanna take one of my exams for me?\"<br>A: \"I would if I could, but you know that's not possible.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I know.\"<br>A: \"If you need help with your chemistry class, I can help you over the weekend.\"<br>B: \"That would be great.\"<br>A: \"Let's get together Saturday around lunch time.\"<br>B: \"You don't know how much this means to me. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"Don't mention it. I'll see you on Saturday.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=300\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=302\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=356",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you have a problem with your job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you have a problem with your job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S1.mp3\">What do you do when you have a problem with your job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Nobody likes to be working when there is a problem with the job. You can hate it, or you could be too busy and too tired. What ever the reason, it is best to show that you will look for the problem and take measures to solve it.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S2.mp3\">In this situation, I ask my self why I'm having the problem. After identifying it, I work on solving the problems so I can be more efficient in my work.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S3.mp3\">It depends on the specific problem, but in most cases, I'll face the problem that I have with my job and find a solution. If I avoid the problem, it will always be there and my work quality will decrease. So I found that solving the problems immediately helps me in the long term.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S4.mp3\">If I have a problem that I can solve, I'll do everything I can to correct it. If the problem is out of my control, I feel it's important to let my manager know what my problems are.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I97/sentence/I97S5.mp3\">Whether I'm happy or unhappy, I'll always do my best work. If the problem I have with my job is affecting the quality of my work, I'll identify the problem and then take steps to find solutions.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=355\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=357\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=302",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #03         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In an apartment<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a friend's house<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At the dormitory<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In the classroom<br><br>2. Where is Ontario?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In Canada<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In Washington State<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In California<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In Texas<br><br>3. Select the statement that is true about which state this dialog is occurring?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Not mentioned, but definitely not in Washington<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Not mentioned, but definitely not in California<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Not mentioned, but definitely not in Texas<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It is definitely in California<br><br>4. From the dialog, what indicates that they will be good roommates?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They both come from the same state<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are both freshman<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are both night people<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both enjoy drinking<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccbc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At the dormitory<br>2. In California<br>3. Not mentioned, but definitely not in California<br>4. They are both night people         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. My name is Jack.\"<br>B: \"Hey Jack. I'm Seth.\"<br>A: \"It's nice to meet you.\"<br>B: \"Looks like we're going to be roommates.\"<br>A: \"Yeah.\"<br>B: \"So where are you from?\"<br>A: \"I'm from Tacoma. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I'm from Ontario.\"<br>A: \"In Canada?\"<br>B: \"No. It's in California. It's a smaller city in southern California.\"<br>A: \"So what made you come here?\"<br>B: \"I wanted to go to a different state.\"<br>A: \"I see. Hey, if you don't mind, I took this side of the room.\"<br>B: \"No problem. They look the same to me.\"<br>A: \"Are you a morning person or a night person.\"<br>B: \"I'm a night person.\"<br>A: \"That's great. So am I. I like to sleep in the morning.\"<br>B: \"That should work out well then.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=301\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=303\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=357",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when you have a problem with a co-worker?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when you have a problem with a co-worker?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S1.mp3\">What do you do when you have a problem with a co-worker?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Usually when two co-workers have a problem, then they will just hate each other and try to be better than the other. You can't say this because it is the wrong way to handle it. I would probably not deal with the problem and hate the other person, but that is not what I would say in an interview. You can mention that you believe having to deal with a problem with a co-worker is difficult because competitiveness comes into factor. Along with this statement, follow up with how you would try to look beyond that to make your relationship better.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S2.mp3\">If I have a problem with a co-worker, I believe it's so important to talk to them. Even if I'm the one with the problem, I want to know so I can be a better team mate.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S3.mp3\">If I have a problem, I try to approach my co-worker and let them know as professionally as possible. If I'm the one with the problem, I'll politely ask what I can do to improve the relationship. I found that proper communication solves many problems.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S4.mp3\">I've always been told that I'm a great person to work with, but if I were in a situation where I was having a problem, I believe I would work on our relationship by being more understanding.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I98/sentence/I98S5.mp3\">Well it all depends on if it's a personality conflict or an issue that is causing the problem. An issue is easy to deal with. I think I'd go and talk with the co-worker saying something like, 'If you have some time, I think it will be good for us if we talk about this issue.' Starting a conversation to deal with the problem with a co-worker is the hardest step, and if it's done properly, then the issue can easily be resolved. If it is a personality issue, then I would try to be more understanding and at worst deal with the problem by anticipating conflicts ahead of time to put myself in a position to either avoid it or to make it less of a problem.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is showing answers by using scenarios. It is a solid answer but if you disagree, feel free to think of a good scenario that will fit you better.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=356\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=358\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=303",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #04         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Sara showing Jessica around?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because Sara is the landlord<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because Sara is collecting rent<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because Sara was there first and is being friendly<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because Jessica asked her<br><br>2. What is one thing they have in common?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They both are morning people<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They both like music<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They both like watching TV<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both like the same type of boys<br><br>3. Sara brought a TV for the room. What did Jessica bring with her?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A Television also<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A stereo<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A microwave oven<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A refrigerator<br><br>4. Where is the cafeteria located?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the building next door<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In the building<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Across the street on campus<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> There is no cafeteria<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccdb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Because Sara was there first and is being friendly<br>2. They both like watching TV<br>3. A refrigerator<br>4. In the building         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. I'm Sara.\"<br>B: \"My name is Jessica. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Yes. It's nice to meet you as well.\"<br>B: \"Have you been here long?\"<br>A: \"I got here about an hour ago. Do you want me to show you around?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. That would be great. The most important is the bathroom right?\"<br>A: \"Definitely. But we have to share the bathroom with the whole floor. The break room is over there. The bathroom is right across from the break room, and finally, the RA (resident advisor) is in room 315.\"<br>B: \"I'm glad there is a TV in the break room. I like to watch TV.\"<br>A: \"Me too. So I brought one. I haven't unpacked it yet, but it's a little TV that works.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I brought a refrigerator. I like to store some snacks in there. Feel free to use it.\"<br>A: \"That would be perfect. I think we're going to have a great time.\"<br>B: \"Do you sleep pretty late, or are you a morning person.\"<br>A: \"I have never been either. I'm very flexible with sleeping times. Anyways, I'm a deep sleeper so a little noise never bothers me.\"<br>B: \"That's good to know. I'm usually a night person, but I'm very quiet if my roommate is sleeping.\"<br>A: \"As long as you don't blast the music while I'm sleeping, I should be fine. Did you eat lunch yet?\"<br>B: \"No. Is there a cafeteria in the building?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'll show you.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=302\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=304\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=358",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you handle conflict?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you handle conflict?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S1.mp3\">How do you handle conflict?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a general question. It doesn't ask if you are the one with the conflict, if it is a conflict with another person, if it is a conflict of schedule, or if it is a conflict with changes at work. If you want, you can ask a question to clarify. But if you want to answer in a general way, try to think of an answer that will work for all types of conflict.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S2.mp3\">I treat most conflicts the same. I analyze the conflict and create a list of steps I can take to resolve it. By thinking about these steps and taking action, I found that most conflicts are easy to handle.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S3.mp3\">I handle conflicts by analyzing them. I'm a very analytical person and I feel all problems have a solution. I usually think about the conflict and find ways to deal with it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S4.mp3\">Whenever I'm confronted with a conflict, I always follow a simple process. I think about what the current conflict is, think of several ways I can deal with this conflict, and then take the best action after my analysis.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I99/sentence/I99S5.mp3\">Whenever I have a conflict I have to deal with, I like to follow a simple process. I first identify the problem causing the conflict, think about solutions or ideas that will solve the problem, and then try to implement a solution. Although it's very simple, it makes sure that I'm not panicking, losing my temper or losing control of the situation. And it prevents me from rushing into a decision that might make the problem worse.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is an answer that could be applied to all types of conflicts. It doesn't state the exact situations of each conflict, but it does state why following a process is good. The interviewer will not think this is an original idea. However, the answer provides reasons why it helps. These reasons are the key to the answer and it shows that you are organized and in control. This answer, without the last sentence is just mediocre. But the last sentence makes is very strong.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=357\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=359\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1009",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Passing my driver's test was no <b>big deal</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Big Deal         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Something really important. Often times used with \"no\" to express that the event is not as important as they think.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This phrase is also used sarcastically. For example, if someone says \"I did 30 push-ups this morning.\" Someone else can respond, \"Big deal. I did 50 push-ups!\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S1.mp3\">Passing my driver's test was no <b>big deal</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S2.mp3\">He thinks he is such a <b>big deal</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S3.mp3\">It's no <b>big deal</b> if we don't go tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S4.mp3\">I think I might have lost that screwdriver you let me borrow last week.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S5.mp3\">It's no <b>big deal</b>, I have another one.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S6.mp3\">He thinks he is all that matters.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P62/sentence/P62S7.mp3\">It's not that important.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1008\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1010\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=304",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #05         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L54/practice/L54P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At an apartment complex<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At the dormitory<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a fraternity house<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Over the phone<br><br>2. How much is the person asking for rent?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> $800 a month<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> $800 a month plus half the bills<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> $425 a month<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> $425 a month plus half the bills<br><br>3. What concern did the person have regarding the place?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> How many kids were present<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> How many parties they have<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The noise level<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The distance from school<br><br>4. When do they plan on meeting?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In 15 minutes<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Later that evening<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Tomorrow<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Tomorrow evening<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ddca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Over the phone<br>2. $425 a month plus half the bills<br>3. The noise level<br>4. In 15 minutes         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"I'm calling about the available room. Is it still available?\"<br>B: \"Yes it is. Do you know where we're located?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I drove by this morning and I liked the location. What's the rent?\"<br>B: \"It's $850 a month. So you would pay $425 a month plus half of the bills.\"<br>A: \"How big is the place?\"<br>B: \"It's a two bedroom, one bath and roughly about 800 square feet.\"<br>A: \"Is the complex pretty quiet? Can you hear a lot of noise or anything like that?\"<br>B: \"They have a strict policy in the apartment complex concerning noise level. So it stays very quiet after 10 PM.\"<br>A: \"Are you the only person who lives there now?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm only looking for one roommate.\"<br>A: \"Everything sounds good. Can we schedule a time to meet so I can look at the place?\"<br>B: \"I'm available anytime today or tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"How about if I come over now?\"<br>B: \"That works with me. But what is your name?\"<br>A: \"Oh, my name is Brad.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'm Randy. So I'll see you in a bit?\"<br>A: \"Should only take about 15 minutes to get there.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=303\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=305\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=359",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Have you fired anyone? And if so, why?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Have you fired anyone?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S1.mp3\">Have you fired anyone? And if so, why?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you fired someone before, then that means you are a manager or hire. If your answer is no, then this is an easy question. But if you answer yes, then you have to give a reason why. If you say I fired one of our employees because he or she couldn't do the work properly, then this is a regular answer that will not help you. Large corporations have a procedure they follow to fire someone. If you can incorporate using the process of firing into your own experience, then the answer will be stronger. Here is an example.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S2.mp3\">I've never had to fire anyone yet, but if I'm in this situation, I would follow company policy and do it professionally.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S3.mp3\">I had to fire one employee who continually failed to complete projects. Before firing this employee, I tried to work with him by motivating, encouraging, and even providing different work. In the end, nothing worked and I had no choice but to let him go.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S4.mp3\">The only time I had to fire someone was when an employee was continually late. We have a company policy of giving a verbal warning for the first three offenses, and then a written warning after the 3rd offense. I had many discussions about this problem with this employee, but it didn't help. In the end, we had to let him go.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S5.mp3\">When I was a managing a group of 4 people in my last position, I unfortunately had to fire one of them. The person was unable to perform at an acceptable level for a long period of time. Our company has a process in place of trying to grow our employees, empower them, and help them find their strengths, but nothing helped. I put the person on probation and explained that he will have to try harder. But after seeing bad performance due to a lack of effort for a long time, I had to fire him.</a>\"</span><br><br>Another approach to this question is to take a strong stance on performance. As I said before, if the answer is different and creative, the interviewer will remember it more and that means they will remember you more. Then your chances of getting the job increase more than others. Here is an example of an answer that the interviewer will remember.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I100/sentence/I100S6.mp3\">Oh yeah, I fired a lot of people. All of the reasons were the same. They were not performing their jobs. I believe in good management. I believe I should mentor and help grow our employees. This is a business and we need to do whatever we can to help our company grow. One of the biggest factors on the success of a company is having great employees. So I won't hesitate to fire someone that isn't performing their job. It leaves more room to bring in someone who will benefit the company.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is an answer I would be willing to use. But before using this answer, you must first look at the type of person asking this question and determine if he or she will like it. If the person is a strong person that shows no emotion, then it might be good. But if a person is very friendly, then that person might not like it. Even though it is a good answer, a friendly person might not like it because it could indicate that you are a cold person. Basically friendly people don't like cold people and if you have to work together, they might not want to work with you. So be careful on using this type of answer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=358\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=360\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=305",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #06         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L64/practice/L64P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What question did Jack ask Jane?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> If she wanted to smoke with him<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> If she has an extra cigarette<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> If smoking is allowed here<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> If they sell cigarettes here<br><br>2. Why does Jack smoke?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because all his friends smoke and they spend a lot of time together<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he started smoking in the Army and couldn't quit<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because his friends pressured him into smoking<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>3. How many cigarettes does Jack smoke in a day?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Half a pack a day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> One pack a day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> One and a half packs a day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Two packs a day<br><br>4. What is Jane trying to do in this conversation?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get a cigarette from Jack<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To learn more about Jack<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To convince Jack to quit smoking<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To have small talk to kill time<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"caac\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. If smoking is allowed here<br>2. Because all his friends smoke and they spend a lot of time together<br>3. Half a pack a day<br>4. To convince Jack to quit smoking         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jane. How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Hi Jack. I'm doing great.\"<br>A: \"I hope you haven't been waiting too long.\"<br>B: \"No. I just got here a few minutes ago.\"<br>A: \"Do you know if smoking is allowed here?\"<br>B: \"I think this is a no-smoking place. Do you want to go somewhere else?\"<br>A: \"That's alright. I don't need to smoke.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you quit?\"<br>A: \"I never thought about it. All my friends smoke, and we hang out a lot.\"<br>B: \"So do you smoke by yourself?\"<br>A: \"When I started I didn't, but after a few months I started smoking at home. Usually when I'm bored.\"<br>B: \"Do you smoke cause you're bored?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It helps to kill the time. I also think it's out of habit. I'm so used to having a cigarette every now and then.\"<br>B: \"How much do you smoke in a day?\"<br>A: \"I smoke about a half pack a day.\"<br>B: \"Well, I think you should quit. You know it's bad for you?\"<br>A: \"I always knew it was bad, but I never thought about it.\"<br>B: \"You better start thinking about it now. You might not feel the difference now, but after 10 years of smoking, you might feel it and then it will be too late.\"<br>A: \"That's a good point. I'll try to quit.\"<br>B: \"Good. And if you need any support, I'll always be here for you.\"<br>A: \"Thanks.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=304\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=306\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=306",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #07         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What statement is true?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The two people met last week at a fraternity party<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The two people knew each other before college<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The two people are strangers being friendly<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The two people was introduced by their girlfriends<br><br>2. Why is John's friend going to the registration building?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To try to switch classes<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To register for a different class<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To withdrawal out of one class<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To complain about a professor<br><br>3. From this dialog which statement is true?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> John has a girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> John's friend has a girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They both do not have girlfriends<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both have girlfriends<br><br>4. Before being invited to a party on Saturday, what did he plan on doing?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Study for exams<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watch TV at his girlfriend's house<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Rent a movie<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Go to a club<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcbc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. The two people knew each other before college<br>2. To withdrawal out of one class<br>3. John's friend has a girlfriend<br>4. Rent a movie         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey John. I didn't know you were coming to this school.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, what a coincidence. It's good to see you.\"<br>A: \"It's been a while hasn't it?\"<br>B: \"What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"Not much. Just school and stuff.\"<br>B: \"Where are you going now?\"<br>A: \"I'm going to the registration building to see if I can withdrawal from one of my classes.\"<br>B: \"Are you bombing the class or something?\"<br>A: \"Partially that, but mostly it's a boring class and I am getting nothing out of it.\"<br>B: \"Where are you off to?\"<br>A: \"I finished class for today so I am meeting my girlfriend to watch a movie?\"<br>B: \"What are you watching?\"<br>A: \"The Lord of the Rings. I haven't seen it yet. Have you?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I saw that about a month ago. It was really good.\"<br>A: \"Don't tell me anything about it. I don't want to ruin the surprise.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Hey, what are you doing this weekend?\"<br>A: \"Nothing really. I was going to rent a video and just hang out at home.\"<br>B: \"My fraternity is going to have a party on Saturday night. Wanna come?\"<br>A: \"Hey, that sounds like fun. What fraternity are you in?\"<br>B: \"I'm over at the Delta Fraternity house.\"<br>A: \"Cool. Give me your number and I'll call you Saturday.\"<br>B: \"It's 206-555-1212.\"<br>A: \"Aright. I'll see you on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"See you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=305\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=307\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=360",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do when a worker is giving the team more problems than helping?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do when a worker is giving the team more problems than helping?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S1.mp3\">What do you do when a worker is giving the team more problems than helping?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you have a lot of team work experience, you know that there are a lot of people like this. It is a fact that some people actually slow down the work than help the work. That is why this is a good question to ask. A good employee will know how to handle this situation. A bad employee will do all the work themselves. Although doing the work is good, it doesn't show that you can deal with different types of people.<br><br><b>Short Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S2.mp3\">I follow a process of helping my coworker out in any way I can. This can include assistance in their portion of the work or by encouragement. If that doesn't work, then we redistribute the work to make sure everything is covered. I believe it's important to let my manager know of the problem as well.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S3.mp3\">If the problem is related to a difficult task that a coworker cannot solve, then I'll get all the team members to help out. But if the problem is due to laziness or unwillingness to work, then I'll inform my manager of the problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S4.mp3\">It's hard to deal with a worker that puts in great effort but slows down the team. I noticed it is best to tackle the problem early. One way I found that was helpful was to be more firm. This way, the project continues to move forward without so many interruptions due to small arguments.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Long Answer</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I101/sentence/I101S5.mp3\">I've been in this situation a couple of times. One time, we organized and distributed easier work to the worker with problems. But this is only a short term solution. Most of the time, I end up spending a lot of time helping the person out. It might have been quicker if the rest of the team members did all the work, but I figure helping this person now will benefit us in our next project. Although this method doesn't work all the time, I really get excited when it does work. Then I know I really helped another person succeed and this in turn helps the company.</a>\"</span> <br><br>This answer will also work if you leave out the last two sentences. But I included the last two sentences to emphasize that helping other people succeed is really the truth instead of just words. If you choose the right way to say something, it sounds much more believable.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=359\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=361\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>When do you know enough is enough when dealing with a subordinate that doesn't seem to be helping?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         When do you know enough is enough when dealing with a subordinate that doesn't seem to be helping?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I102/sentence/I102S1.mp3\">When do you know enough is enough when dealing with a subordinate that doesn't seem to be helping?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another good management question. The best way to answer this question is with a procedure in mind. Basically after you tried everything, then enough is enough. But what exactly is everything. You can't use everything because that shows you really don't know. Instead of the word everything, list out all the steps so the interviewer believes you know what to do in this situation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I102/sentence/I102S2.mp3\">I know enough is enough when I've exhausted all measures to help this employee grow. I would do my part by providing encouragement, giving extra instructions, mentoring, and giving different types of work. If I exhaust all of these steps, then I know I can't do anything further and that is when enough is enough.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=360\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=362\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #08         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is the conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Over the phone<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a party<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a company meeting<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In the classroom<br><br>2. What type of company is one person working at?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At a computer company<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At Microsoft<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a consulting firm<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At a marketing company<br><br>3. The person who is not working is studying what major?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Computer Science<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Marketing<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Information Systems<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> MBA<br><br>4. Mike is someone they both know. What is Mike doing now?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He is working at an accounting firm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is in a PHD program<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is in grad school<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He is almost done with his Computer Science degree<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdac\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At a party<br>2. At a marketing company<br>3. Computer Science<br>4. He is in grad school         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"You're Jason right?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Tom right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Not much. Just hanging out. A bunch of guys are playing a game for shots.\"<br>A: \"You're not playing?\"<br>B: \"I had enough to drink already.\"<br>A: \"I hear ya.\"<br>B: \"You in school or do you work?\"<br>A: \"I work at a marketing company. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I'm still in school. I have one more year left.\"<br>A: \"What are you majoring in?\"<br>B: \"I'm majoring in computer science.\"<br>A: \"Where do you want to work?\"<br>B: \"I would love to work at Microsoft. But it's pretty tough to get in.\"<br>A: \"So I hear. So you come to this club often?\"<br>B: \"Every now and then. I usually hang out at Pioneer Square.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. That's a cool place. There are a ton of bars to hit in that area.\"<br>B: \"Are you here with Mike?\"<br>A: \"No. Some of my work buddies. I haven't seen Mike in a while now. Do you know what he is up to?\"<br>B: \"He's going to grad school.\"<br>A: \"What a surprise. I didn't know he was so studious.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Surprised us all. Hey, I'm going to get another drink. You want one?\"<br>A: \"It's aright. I still have to work on this one.\"<br>B: \"I'll catch you later.\"<br>A: \"Aright man.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=306\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=308\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you like to work by yourself or with others?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you like to work by yourself or with others?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I103/sentence/I103S1.mp3\">Do you like to work by yourself or with others?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Even if you have a strong preference to work alone or with others, the best answer is to say both. Even if a job is mostly about working alone, there might be some team work involved. Most employers want someone who can work well in a team and work well alone.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I103/sentence/I103S2.mp3\">That's a tough question... I like the combination of the two. It's great working in teams while getting and sharing ideas with each other, but it's also nice to sit at your desk and work hard productively. I like to do both so it's hard to choose one over the other.</a>\"</span><br><br>If they insist on choosing one, then choose the one that is relevant to the job you are interviewing for. Make sure you pause a little before saying so.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I103/sentence/I103S3.mp3\">If I had to choose just one, then... I'd probably choose to work alone.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=361\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=363\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I didn't know that you knew my uncle. <b>What a small world</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What a Small World         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when a person knows someone you know by chance<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The world is very large with a lot of people in it. When two people know the same person by chance, then the world doesn't seem so big. In this case, the phrase \"what a small world\" is commonly used.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S1.mp3\">I didn't know that you knew my uncle. <b>What a small world</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S2.mp3\">You have family in Florida too? <b>What a small world</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S3.mp3\">I went to high school with his mom, <b>what a small world</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S4.mp3\">Do you see that guy over there?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S5.mp3\">Yes, what about him.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S6.mp3\">We used to play football together in high school.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S7.mp3\">Wow, <b>what a small world</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P63/sentence/P63S8.mp3\">What are the chances of that?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1009\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1011\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #09         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L69/practice/L69P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where is this conversation taking place?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Over the phone<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a party<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a company meeting<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In the classroom<br><br>2. Where are all the fun clubs and bars?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In downtown<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Over by the water<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Down the street<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> On University Ave<br><br>3. One student is will major in business unless something happens. What is that something?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> If he gets a job offer soon<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> If he decides to go to med school<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> If he gets into the computer science department<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. What do many people tend to do when the weather is always bad?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Watch movies<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Go on a road trip<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Study in the library<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Rent movies<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbca\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. In the classroom<br>2. Over by the water<br>3. If he gets into the computer science department<br>4. Watch movies         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. My name is Robert.\"<br>B: \"I'm John. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"Do you know what this professor is like?\"<br>B: \"I have no idea. This is my first year.\"<br>A: \"You a freshman? Me too. Where are you from?\"<br>B: \"I'm from San Francisco.\"<br>A: \"I've been there a few times. It's a great city.\"<br>B: \"Where are you from?\"<br>A: \"I grew up in this area all my life.\"<br>B: \"So you know where all the fun places to hang out right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. The best place is over by the water. They have a lot of clubs and bars.\"<br>B: \"I drove by that area before. I didn't know it was a college hang-out.\"<br>A: \"It gets pretty wild over there sometimes. You should go.\"<br>B: \"Sounds like a good idea. Do you know what you are majoring in yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet. I'm leaning towards business, but that's only if I can't get into computer science. How about you?\"<br>B: \"I want to go to med school, so I'll probably end up majoring in biology.\"<br>A: \"That's cool.\"<br>B: \"Is the weather this bad all the time in the fall?\"<br>A: \"Yap. This is a typical autumn. It gets worse though. At least it's not raining that much.\"<br>B: \"That sucks.\"<br>A: \"You'll get used to it. In the meantime, you'll have to watch a lot of movies. Seems like the only thing to do with the bad weather.\"<br>B: \"Too expensive. Can you believe how much movies cost these days?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It's crazy. It's like 9 bucks a movie. I remember when it was half that.\"<br>B: \"Unless it's a date, I'm not going to pay that much to watch a movie.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense.\"<br>B: \"Oh. The professor is coming. I'll talk to you later.\"<br>A: \"Aright.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=307\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=309\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you get along with your subordinates?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you get along...         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>How do you get along...</b><br><br>This isn't a very popular question because it's hard to learn about the person answering. The answers are all going to be the same. It's just a matter of how you say it. Because there isn't anything exciting to say here, you should show friendly characteristics so it is believable. These answers can be short. It really doesn't matter how long the answer is but you have to make sure you show your friendliness through your voice.<br><br><br><b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S1.mp3\">How do you get along with your subordinates?</a>\"</span></b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S2.mp3\">My relationship with my directs is very good. They're very open and honest with me and I'm sure they feel they can come to me with any problems.</a>\"</span><br><br><b><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S3.mp3\">How do you get along with your co-workers?</a>\"</span></b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S4.mp3\">I've always had an easy time getting along with different types of people. So I never had a problem getting along with my co-workers. I consider many of them my friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><b><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S5.mp3\">How do you get along with your superiors?</a>\"</span></b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I104/sentence/I104S6.mp3\">I've had my share of great managers and mediocre managers, but I've always gotten along with all of them very well. I've rarely had conflicts with them and if there was an issue, I always talked it over with them.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=362\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=364\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I105/sentence/I105S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you have any physical problems that may limit your ability to perform this job?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you have any physical problems that may limit your ability to perform this job?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         The questions and answers in the miscellaneous section are rather short. It doesn't fit into a specific category, but they are possible interview questions. Most of the questions are more like small talk questions and they are used to get to know you in a personal way. It is important to find out the personality of a candidate as well as their abilities, so you will probably be asked some of the questions in the miscellaneous section.<br><br><b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I105/sentence/I105S1.mp3\">Do you have any physical problems that may limit your ability to perform this job?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If it is a construction job, then of course you have to be physically fit. But even an administrative job will require some physical abilities. For example, an administrative assistant working in a computer company will have to be able to lift a computer. Answering this question is pretty straight forward. You don't have to impress them with anything special.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I105/sentence/I105S2.mp3\">No. I believe I'll be able to physically perform all tasks for this position.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=363\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=365\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #10         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How do they both know Stacy?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They all grew up together in the same town<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> One person knows her from elementary school and the other from middle school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> One person knows her from middle school and the other from high school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> One person knows her from middle school and the other from university<br><br>2. What is one thing they have in common besides knowing Stacy?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They went to the same university<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They majored in the same subject<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They work at the same place<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both went to grad school<br><br>3. What conclusion can we come to regarding the work ethics of the lady?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She wouldn't make it as a consultant because she doesn't want to work many hours<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She sounds like she doesn't want to work but would rather play<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Neither A or B<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both A and B<br><br>4. Where is this conversation leading to?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Just a friendly conversation<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A love triangle might form here<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Possibly a start of a relationship<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A new job might be coming for someone<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbdc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. One person knows her from middle school and the other from university<br>2. They majored in the same subject<br>3. Both A and B<br>4. Possibly a start of a relationship         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi there. Do you know anyone here?\"<br>B: \"I'm a friend of Stacy.\"<br>A: \"Stacy Miller? I know her.\"<br>B: \"Really? How do you know her?\"<br>A: \"We went to middle school together.\"<br>B: \"That's cool. What a small world.\"<br>A: \"So how do you know Stacy?\"<br>B: \"We went to the same sorority.\"<br>A: \"What did you major in?\"<br>B: \"I majored in Sociology.\"<br>A: \"Really? Me too. That's kinda cool.\"<br>B: \"Where did you go to school?\"<br>A: \"I went to Berkley.\"<br>B: \"So what are you doing here in New York?\"<br>A: \"I work at a consulting firm.\"<br>B: \"Isn't that hard work?\"<br>A: \"It was in the beginning, but I got used to it. It's a lot of hours though.\"<br>B: \"I bet. I don't like working more than 40 hours. I need time to play.\"<br>A: \"I hear that. I wish I had more time to play. But I do like my job.\"<br>B: \"I think it is important to like your job.\"<br>A: \"I like talking with you.\"<br>B: \"Really? I feel the same way.\"<br>A: \"Do, you wanna go out sometime, like dinner or something?\"<br>B: \"I'd like that. Here, let me give you my number.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=308\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=310\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=365",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I106/sentence/I106S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you do to stay in shape?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you do to stay in shape?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I106/sentence/I106S1.mp3\">What do you do to stay in shape?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Staying in physical shape also helps the brain function better. It really doesn't matter if you are completely in shape or not. But being active indicates that you are not a lazy couch potato.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I106/sentence/I106S2.mp3\">I like to take long walks with my dog on a regular basis, and I also go on weekly hikes at a trail near my house.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I106/sentence/I106S3.mp3\">I work out at a gym a couple times a week. I like to stay active.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I106/sentence/I106S4.mp3\">I play for a co-ed softball team. It's fun and it gives me a little exercise.</a>\"</span><br><br>All these examples will work. It doesn't have to be long but you should answer with something that indicates that you are active.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=364\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=366\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=310",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #11         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why are these people planning a trip to Cancun?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> For a family vacation<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> For their honeymoon<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> For a business trip<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> For a bachelor party<br><br>2. Why did they decide on Cancun over the Caribbean?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> One person has been to the Caribbean before<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Cancun is supposed to have better weather that weekend<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Cancun was much cheaper<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Caribbean hotels were all full<br><br>3. They have a lot of information about Cancun. Where did they get this information?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are looking at brochures<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are getting a lot of information from the Internet<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They had a friend who told them everything about Cancun<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She has been there before so she knows many of the activities<br><br>4. When do they plan on going to Cancun?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Next summer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In the fall<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In a couple of months<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> In a couple of weeks<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bcac\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. For their honeymoon<br>2. Cancun was much cheaper<br>3. They are looking at brochures<br>4. In a couple of months         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey honey, where do you think we should go for our honeymoon?\"<br>B: \"I always wanted to go to Mexico. Cancun is supposed to be a great place.\"<br>A: \"That sounds pretty good. But how about the Caribbean?\"<br>B: \"That doesn't sound too bad either. Do you know how much it would cost for airfare and hotel?\"<br>A: \"If we go for 5 nights, then the total for airfare and hotel would be about one thousand seven hundred dollars. How much would it be to go to Cancun?\"<br>B: \"I found a deal for only twelve hundred dollars.\"<br>A: \"That's a lot cheaper. Let's go to Cancun then.\"<br>B: \"Really? That sounds great. I picked up a lot of brochures. Let's take a look at all the things we can do.\"<br>A: \"That reminds me. I better make sure my passport is not expired.\"<br>B: \"You better make sure. If it's expired, you have to hurry and renew it.\"<br>A: \"We still have a couple of months. No rush.\"<br>B: \"What do you want to do in Cancun?\"<br>A: \"I want to golf at least one day. And I also want to try surfing. Do they have instructors on the beach?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. This brochure shows lesson and equipment rentals and everything. That shouldn't be a problem. I want to try snorkeling.\"<br>A: \"Do we need to buy snorkeling gear?\"<br>B: \"No. We can just rent it there.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like we're going to have fun.\"<br>B: \"I know. I can't wait. It's going to be so fun.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=309\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=311\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=366",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I107/sentence/I107S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What do you like to do when you're not in the office?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What do you like to do when you're not in the office?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I107/sentence/I107S1.mp3\">What do you like to do when you're not in the office?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is another question where they want to find out some of your hobbies. Basically, you can answer this question similar to how you would answer, what are your hobbies.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I107/sentence/I107S2.mp3\">When I'm not in the office, I like to play golf, read magazines, and spend time with my wife.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I107/sentence/I107S3.mp3\">Well, I like the piano so I have piano lessons on a weekly basis. I also like gardening, so I work on my yard a lot. But if I want to relax, I like to watch videos at night.</a>\"</span><br><br>Something short and simple is the best answer. No need to elaborate on why.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=365\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=367\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=311",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #12         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What country is Cancun in?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Canada<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Australia<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> United States<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Mexico<br><br>2. What type of place is Cancun considered from the dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A big tourist place<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> An adventurous place<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A small local city<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A dangerous place<br><br>3. How many days are they going to Cancun for?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 3 days<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 5 days<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 6 days<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 7 days<br><br>4. Where does the friend want to go for her honeymoon?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Canada<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Australia<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> United States<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Mexico<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dacb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Mexico<br>2. A big tourist place<br>3. 6 days<br>4. Australia         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Where are you guys going for your honeymoon?\"<br>B: \"We decided on Cancun, Mexico.\"<br>A: \"I've been there before. It's a great place.\"<br>B: \"What did you do there?\"<br>A: \"There is so much to do. It's a big tourist place so there is access to everything.\"<br>B: \"That's good. I'm looking forward to our honeymoon. Especially after all the wedding plans I had to do.\"<br>A: \"How long are you going for?\"<br>B: \"We decided on 6 days. We are leaving on Sunday and returning on Saturday.\"<br>A: \"That should give you plenty of time. Do you have all your travel plans in order?\"<br>B: \"We just booked our flight and got our room. Everything is set.\"<br>A: \"You're going to have so much fun. I'm so jealous.\"<br>B: \"When you get married, you'll have your chance.\"<br>A: \"I need to find a guy first.\"<br>B: \"Where do you want to go for your honeymoon?\"<br>A: \"Since I've been to Mexico and Hawaii before, I want to go to Australia.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. It's a little out of our budget so we didn't even consider Australia.\"<br>A: \"For the price, Cancun is one of the best so don't have any regrets. It is a great place. So do you have a ride to the airport?\"<br>B: \"My brother is going to drop us off.\"<br>A: \"Looks like everything is set. Just make sure to take a camera. I know many people who forgot to take a camera on their honeymoon.\"<br>B: \"Will do. Thanks.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=310\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=312\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1011",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>What's going on</b> tonight?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What's going on?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To ask what is happening<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is fairly straightforward and is used more in spoken English.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S1.mp3\"><b>What's going on</b> tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S2.mp3\">I'm not sure why she is upset, <b>what's going on?</b></a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S3.mp3\"><b>What's going on</b> with your job?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S4.mp3\">It seems like she is a bit upset.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S5.mp3\"><b>What's going on</b>?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S6.mp3\">I think she got into an argument with her husband.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S7.mp3\">That's too bad. Hopefully they can work things out.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P64/sentence/P64S8.mp3\">What is happening?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1010\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1012\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=312",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #13         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why did Samantha start exercising?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To look good in bed<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Started dating a personal trainer<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Wants to look perfect<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>2. How long have they been dating?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A week<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A month and a half<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 3 months<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 6 months<br><br>3. What area is the father suffering from?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Back pains<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Stomach pains<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Chest pains<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Leg pains<br><br>4. What is the diagnosis that the father received from the doctors?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Hasn't been to the doctors yet<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He has stomach flu<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Doctors do not know yet<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbbc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. All of the above<br>2. A month and a half<br>3. Stomach pains<br>4. Doctors do not know yet         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Samantha. You've been so busy lately. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"Hey Jackie. I started dating this cute guy and decided to start exercising.\"<br>A: \"You're not out of shape. You look fine.\"<br>B: \"Well, this guy I am seeing is a personal trainer and he has a perfect body. Compared to him, I need some work.\"<br>A: \"How long have you seen him?\"<br>B: \"We've been together for about a month and a half.\"<br>A: \"Did you sleep with him yet?\"<br>B: \"Not yet. But before I get into bed with him, I want to look fit.\"<br>A: \"That's not the greatest reason to exercise, but I guess it is a valid one.\"<br>B: \"How about you? Anything new in your life?\"<br>A: \"My father is a little ill. He has been to the doctor's quite a bit lately but they don't know what is wrong with him. He complains about stomach pains a lot these days.\"<br>B: \"I'm sorry to hear that. Any idea what could have caused it?\"<br>A: \"He says it is because he didn't take care of himself when he was young. That's why I want to start thinking about my health.\"<br>B: \"I think it is important to take care of yourself while you are young too. Even though my reasons are not the best, at least I am working on it.\"<br>A: \"How are your parents doing?\"<br>B: \"They're doing great. I'm thankful that they are healthy.\"<br>A: \"That's good to hear. Well, I gotta get running now. I'll catch you later.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Send my regards to your father.\"<br>A: \"I will. Thanks.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=311\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=313\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=367",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I108/sentence/I108S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What's the most recent book you read?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What's the most recent book you read?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I108/sentence/I108S1.mp3\">What's the most recent book you read?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you are interviewing for a marketing position, don't say you are reading a book called International Marketing Strategies. Rather, answer with a novel such as Michael Crichton books or John Grisham books. It is more realistic and shows other interests that you have.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I108/sentence/I108S2.mp3\">I just finished <i>The Runaway Jury</i> by John Grisham. I find all of his books very entertaining.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I108/sentence/I108S3.mp3\">I have a strong interest in World War II, so I was reading a book about Hitler. It's quite interesting to see how he grew up and what lead him to his hatred towards the Jews.</a>\"</span><br><br>Something simple like this will be good enough.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=366\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=368\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=368",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I109/sentence/I109S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What is the most recent movie you saw?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What is the most recent movie you saw?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I109/sentence/I109S1.mp3\">What is the most recent movie you saw?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>You can either answer by using a similar answer to the recent book question, or you can say that you don't watch movies that much.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I109/sentence/I109S2.mp3\">The last movie I saw was The Last Samurai. I thought it was great.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I109/sentence/I109S3.mp3\">Oh gosh... it's been a while since I've seen a movie. I think it was Spider Man. I like to spend my time outside, so I don't see movies that often.</a>\"</span><br><br>Both of these answers are fine. Whether you like to see movies or not, just tell them exactly what you think. Your answers will be more natural. If you answer these types of questions awkwardly, they might get the impression that you are uncomfortable or that you are not capable of small talk. So answer without thinking too much about these questions.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=367\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=369\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=313",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #14         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Billy on a diet?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Wants to be mentally and physically healthy prior to proposing<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Wants to look sexy for her girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Feels sick all the time and wants to improve his health<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because he has diabetes and the doctor told him to lose weight<br><br>2. What is a six pack in this conversation?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 6 cans of cold beer<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 6 bottles of coke<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 6 packs of cigarettes<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 6 muscles in the stomach showing up<br><br>3. What type of special is available at the gym?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No specials right now, but will have one in the winter<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Free for the first three months<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Free enrollment and first month free<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Free enrollment and half price on the first month<br><br>4. What time are they going to meet?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the morning<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> In the afternoon<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At 3pm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Undecided. He will call in the morning<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"adcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Wants to be mentally and physically healthy prior to proposing<br>2. 6 muscles in the stomach showing up<br>3. Free enrollment and first month free<br>4. Undecided. He will call in the morning         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Wow Billy. Looks like you lost a lot of weight. I could hardly recognize you.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. I've been on a diet for about 6 months. I'm going to ask Rachel to marry me soon and I want to be mentally and physically healthy.\"<br>A: \"What does being overweight have anything to do with marriage? If you love each other, that's enough right?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but I want to show her how much she means to me, and this is one way of proving it. I am changing for the better.\"<br>A: \"Good for you. Hey, when do you plan on proposing to her?\"<br>B: \"I think I am going to propose to her on our 2 year anniversary.\"<br>A: \"Is she expecting it, or will it be a surprise?\"<br>B: \"I think she expects me to ask her one of these days, but not anytime soon.\"<br>A: \"You sure you want to settle down already? You're only 25 years old?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I didn't think I would get married until I was 30, but when you know she is the one, why wait.\"<br>A: \"That's true. Hey, I hope everything works out. You're going to invite me to your wedding right?\"<br>B: \"Of course man.\"<br>A: \"Gosh, I'm still shocked how much weight you lost. You're getting real skinny now.\"<br>B: \"I am working on a six pack now. I have two lines starting to show up. I've been spending a lot of time at the gym. It is hard work, but I feel so good after working out.\"<br>A: \"Where do you work out?\"<br>B: \"I have a membership at Bally's. It's not too expensive and I like all the equipment they have.\"<br>A: \"I've been thinking about joining a gym. Are they having any specials right now?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, they do. They have free enrollment and first month free. You should come by. I'll show you around. I can take in a guest so you can try it out before signing up.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Let's go this Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I'll call you in the morning.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=312\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=314\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=314",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P4.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #15         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How did Robert propose?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Took her to the restaurant and had the ring in the food<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Took her to a baseball game and the announcer displayed the words on the big screen<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Had a ring inside a Valentines day present<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Ask her in front of her father<br><br>2. How many people are mentioned as a either maid of honor, brides maid, or candle lighter?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 3<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 4<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 5<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 6<br><br>3. When do they plan on getting married?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> On July 4th - Independence Day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> On July 7th - A special 7/7 day<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sometime in July<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> On September 7th<br><br>4. How does the lady getting married know Lydia?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A friend from elementary<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> A friend from church<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A friend from work<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A friend from the dormitory<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cccb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Had a ring inside a Valentines day present<br>2. 5<br>3. Sometime in July<br>4. A friend from church         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Stephanie. Guess what?\"<br>B: \"What?\"<br>A: \"Robert asked me to marry him. We're getting married.\"<br>B: \"Congratulations. I'm so happy for you. So when is the big day?\"<br>A: \"We haven't set the date exactly, but it looks like it will be sometime in July.\"<br>B: \"How did he propose to you?\"<br>A: \"On Valentines day, he got me a present. I thought it was an ordinary Valentines day present, but when I opened it, it was this big diamond ring. Right then, he got on his knees and proposed.\"<br>B: \"That's so neat. So you really got surprised?\"<br>A: \"We talked about marriage a little, but I never knew he was serious.\"<br>B: \"You are going to be busy with wedding plans. But you have several months to prepare for it.\"<br>A: \"It's going to be pretty hectic for me. So I'm going to need some help. First of all, I was wondering if you would like to be my Maid of Honor.\"<br>B: \"I would be honored.\"<br>A: \"So you're going to help me with the planning right?\"<br>B: \"Of course. How many brides maids are you going to have?\"<br>A: \"Three. So we will have a total of four.\"<br>B: \"Let me guess. Susan, Tina, and Cindy.\"<br>A: \"Close. I'm going to have Cindy as the candle lighter. The third brides maid is going to be Lydia. She is a good friend from church.\"<br>B: \"I know her. She's sweet. I'll make sure we have the best wedding for you.\"<br>A: \"I hope so. I appreciate your help.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=313\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=315\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=369",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I110/sentence/I110S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Did you have any trouble finding this place?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Did you have any trouble finding this place?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I110/sentence/I110S1.mp3\">Did you have any trouble finding this place?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is not an interview question, but a question usually asked by an interviewer right when you see them. This is especially common if the building location is hard to find. Here is another question you should tell exactly what happened.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I110/sentence/I110S2.mp3\">No problem at all. I checked for directions on the Internet and found it pretty easily.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I110/sentence/I110S3.mp3\">A little bit. I didn't realize that there was another building back here, so I drove by a couple times, but that's ok, I eventually found it.</a>\"</span><br><br>With the first answer, they will say something like, that's good. Then they will move on to other questions. If you answer with the second question, they will probably talk a little more about how he or she agrees that this building is hard to find. Either answers are acceptable.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=368\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=370\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=315",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #16         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L107/practice/L107P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the best description of the girl they are talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Has a pretty face<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Is a little chubby<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Nice personality<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>2. What is the friend looking for in a girl?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Someone who is compatible in bed<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Someone who is fit and likes to exercise<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Someone who has a pretty face<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Someone he wants to marry<br><br>3. What does \"out of my league\" mean?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In a different class<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Living in a different city<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Living in a different country<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Someone too good for someone<br><br>4. What statement is true?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They both are looking for someone with a nice personality<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They both want to meet someone they will eventually marry<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The friend is not even thinking about marriage right now<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Personality is the best trait for a woman to have<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"dbdc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. All of the above<br>2. Someone who is fit and likes to exercise<br>3. Someone too good for someone<br>4. The friend is not even thinking about marriage right now         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Yo Matt. How goes it man?\"<br>B: \"Pretty good. What have you been up to?\"<br>A: \"You know that chick in psychology class?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. You only talk about her every other day.\"<br>A: \"I can't get her out of my mind. She is damn fine.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go talk to her then?\"<br>A: \"I think she is out of my league.\"<br>B: \"Chicken. Somebody is only out of your league if you think so. What do you see in her anyway? She is a little chubby dude.\"<br>A: \"She is not. She has a nice figure. And she has such a pretty face.\"<br>B: \"Whatever. If you think so.\"<br>A: \"You like skinny girls or something?\"<br>B: \"I like normal girls without any flab hanging out.\"<br>A: \"Now you're exaggerating you freak.\"<br>B: \"Seriously, I like a girl who is fit and likes to exercise.\"<br>A: \"How about personality?\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter until you are thinking about marriage and I'm not thinking about that yet.\"<br>A: \"Well, I'm looking so I don't care that much about figure. As long as she is nice and sweet.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=314\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=316\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=370",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I111/sentence/I111S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Will working on weekends be a problem?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Will working on weekends be a problem?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I111/sentence/I111S1.mp3\">Will working on weekends be a problem?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If the interviewer is asking this question, then this position is probably going to requires some weekend work. Maybe it's not a lot, but they want to make sure that if something goes wrong and more work is required, you will be able to work on weekends. I recommend answer by saying it will not be a problem. If you want to find out how often you will have to work weekends, you can ask it after answering the question.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I111/sentence/I111S2.mp3\">It shouldn't be a problem at all. I frequently worked on weekends in my other position, especially during tax season. How often is weekend work required here on average?</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is stating that it is no problem. It also supports the answer by saying I have worked on weekends in my previous group. And the last sentence is an example how you can ask them about weekend work.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=369\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=371\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1012",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>A cold drink sounds great, <b>now you're talking</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Now You're Talking         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to agree with someone<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is similar to \"you can say that again.\" When someone talks and talks and talks, and then finally says something you really like or agree with, you can say, \"now you're talking.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S1.mp3\">A cold drink sounds great, <b>now you're talking</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S2.mp3\"><b>Now you're talking</b>, the beach sounds relaxing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S3.mp3\"><b>Now you're talking</b>, I would love to go out to the club tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S4.mp3\">I say instead of staying home for vacation we go to Mexico.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S5.mp3\"><b>Now you're talking</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S6.mp3\">I agree.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P65/sentence/P65S7.mp3\">I like what you're saying.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1011\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1013\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=371",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I112/sentence/I112S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How do you feel about overtime?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How do you feel about overtime?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I112/sentence/I112S1.mp3\">How do you feel about overtime?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If this is an hourly job, then pay is given to employees working extra hours. If it is a salary position, most of the time they will not ask this question because they expect you to work overtime. But expect this position to have some overtime requirements if the interviewer is asking this question.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I112/sentence/I112S2.mp3\">I don't mind working overtime at all. I know during busy times people are expected to work more, and I'm flexible with my hours so I won't have a problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=370\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=372\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=316",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P2.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #17         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is one possible weakness the Yankees might have from one of the guy in the conversation?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No other good players besides A-Rod<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The team is too young<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Yankees do not have a good pitching staff<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Many players are injured<br><br>2. What team was mentioned as an example of what the Yankees might end up like?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Seattle Mariners<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Texas Rangers<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Boston Red Sox<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> New York Mets<br><br>3. What team tickets were sold out and are the most popular to watch?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Seattle Mariners<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Texas Rangers<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Boston Red Sox<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> New York Yankees<br><br>4. What sport are the talking about?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbda\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Yankees do not have a good pitching staff<br>2. Texas Rangers<br>3. New York Yankees<br>4. Baseball         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Do you like to watch baseball?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I follow the Mariners every year.\"<br>A: \"I wonder how they will do this year.\"<br>B: \"I don't know if they have a chance. Did you hear that A-Rod went to the Yankees?\"<br>A: \"I know. Their team was too good even before getting Alex.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. The richest team is usually the best team. They need to put a salary cap to make things fair.\"<br>A: \"I agree. I don't know why they haven't done so already.\"<br>B: \"But don't lose hope too soon. The Yankees don't have a good pitching staff this year. They might end up like the Texas Rangers. Great offense, no pitching.\"<br>A: \"I highly doubt that. Even though they lost Pettite, they still have a decent pitching rotation.\"<br>B: \"We'll see. I hope the Mariners do well this year.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Oh, did you buy any tickets this year?\"<br>B: \"I got a couple of games with Oakland and Boston, but I couldn't get anything with the Yankees.\"<br>A: \"Same here. I went in on the second day and all the tickets with the Yankees were already sold out.\"<br>B: \"There's still plenty of other games though. We should go together one of these days.\"<br>A: \"Sounds good. Let's plan for late June.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=315\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=317\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=372",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I113/sentence/I113S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Have you filed for bankruptcy?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Have you filed for bankruptcy?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I113/sentence/I113S1.mp3\">Have you filed for bankruptcy?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is for positions that deal with finance and money. You might see this question if you are interviewing for a banker position, a financial analyst position, or a stock broker. If money is a factor, then they want someone who is responsible with money. Just simply tell them the truth. If you have filed for bankruptcy, then you probably shouldn't be applying for this job anyway. So I'm going to give only one answer of no.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I113/sentence/I113S2.mp3\">No. I'm very responsible with money and I have great credit.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=371\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=373\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=317",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #18         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is affecting Kobe Bryant's performance?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Too many issues to deal with<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is in a temporary slump<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is getting old<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Another good player joined the team<br><br>2. What statement is true?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They both like to play basketball<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They both like to play baseball<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Only one of them likes to play basketball<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They both play full court basketball often<br><br>3. What positive reasons are mentioned to play basketball?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Healthy and fun<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Competitive and challenging<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Healthy and challenging<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Competitive and fun<br><br>4. Besides basketball, what other sport was briefly mentioned?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Golf<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aaaa\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Too many issues to deal with<br>2. They both like to play basketball<br>3. Healthy and fun<br>4. Baseball         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Do you know when basketball season starts?\"<br>B: \"It starts in October. How come?\"<br>A: \"I like to keep up with the Lakers.\"<br>B: \"You keep up with baseball at all?\"<br>A: \"Just a little. Not as much as basketball.\"<br>B: \"Who is your favorite player?\"<br>A: \"Probably Kobe Bryant, but he has too many issues right now.\"<br>B: \"He's a great player, but his recent problem is really affecting his play.\"<br>A: \"Hope everything turns out ok. Do you play basketball much?\"<br>B: \"I usually get into it during the playoffs. I'd rather play than watch.\"<br>A: \"I like to watch as much as I like to play. Do you play often?\"<br>B: \"Every now and then with some friends.\"<br>A: \"I usually play twice a week at the health club. It's easy to round up 10 guys during the evening time.\"<br>B: \"That sounds pretty fun. But I'm too out of shape to play full court.\"<br>A: \"I get tired too, but I figure it's good for my health. And I'm having fun at the same time.\"<br>B: \"So you think the Lakers will do good this year?\"<br>A: \"They better. They got a lot of good players now. If Malone can stay healthy, then I don't see how they can be beat.\"<br>B: \"I don't know... I think Sacramento has a strong team this year.\"<br>A: \"True, but I'm pulling for the Lakers all the way. It's going to be a great season.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=316\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=318\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=373",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I114/sentence/I114S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you own or rent your home?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you own or rent your home?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I114/sentence/I114S1.mp3\">Do you own or rent your home?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Renting or owning a home sometimes indicates your financial status. Renters are usually people who do not have enough down payment for a house or people with bad credit who cannot get a loan. So it is best to have your own home, but if you don't, then give them an answer that shows you are preparing to buy a home.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I114/sentence/I114S2.mp3\">I'm currently renting, but I plan on buying my own place next year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I114/sentence/I114S3.mp3\">I'm renting right now, but I'll probably buy a house when I get married.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you own your house, then a simple, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I114/sentence/I114S4.mp3\">I own my house.</a>\"</span> will be a good enough answer.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=372\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=374\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=318",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #19         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is the sport they are talking about?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Basketball<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Soccer<br><br>2. Comparing baseball and football, which one is more fun?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Baseball<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Football<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Both are equally fun<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Too different to compare<br><br>3. What does the corner back do?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Main guy in offense<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The guy next to second base<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Defensive player covering passing plays and outside running plays<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> The guy who shoots the ball<br><br>4. Why does one guy not follow football at all?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Has no interest in the game<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Never understood the game<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Got hurt in high school and avoided it since<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Boring to watch<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdcb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Football<br>2. Too different to compare<br>3. Defensive player covering passing plays and outside running plays<br>4. Never understood the game         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What are you watching?\"<br>B: \"A football game. Packers are playing the Chiefs.\"<br>A: \"I never understood this game.\"<br>B: \"It's not that hard. If you watch a couple of games, you'll start to understand it.\"<br>A: \"Do you watch a lot of football?\"<br>B: \"I like the Packers, so I watch all their games.\"<br>A: \"Did you play football before?\"<br>B: \"Only in high school. I was too small to play for college.\"<br>A: \"What position did you play?\"<br>B: \"I was the corner back.\"<br>A: \"Is that the main guy in offense?\"<br>B: \"No. That's the quarterback. The corner back is a defensive player covering passing plays and outside running plays.\"<br>A: \"I see. Do you think it is more fun than baseball?\"<br>B: \"It's hard to compare the two because they're so different. I like both baseball and football. How about you? You like baseball a lot?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm a big baseball fan.\"<br>B: \"Baseball is fun, but you should also learn football. I'll explain as we watch.\"<br>A: \"Cool.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=317\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=319\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=374",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I115/sentence/I115S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you have any outside income?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you have any outside income?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I115/sentence/I115S1.mp3\">Do you have any outside income?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This might be a job interview question, or it could be a question when you are talking to a creditor. In either case, you can simply reply with a yes or no. If it is a yes, then briefly tell them the other source of income.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I115/sentence/I115S2.mp3\">I get paid child support from my ex-husband.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I115/sentence/I115S3.mp3\">I have a rental property.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I115/sentence/I115S4.mp3\">No. I do not.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=373\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=375\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=319",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #20         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. One guy did pretty good in golf last Saturday. What area did he not do well?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> His putting was off that day<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His approach shots were slicing<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> His drives were hooking<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> His chipping was terrible<br><br>2. \"Breaking single\" means to shoot a score under 10. What caused him to not break single?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He couldn't hit the ball well all day<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> His 3 putted four times<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Penalty strokes on two holes for Out of Bounds<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He was stuck in the sand trap that caused 4 additional strokes<br><br>3. The other friend who doesn't golf as well shoots in the 90's. How far does he hit his driver?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 250 yards<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 200 yards<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 175 yards<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Doesn't use the driver<br><br>4. What are they going to work on when they go to the driving range?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Putting<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Short irons<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Long irons<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Driver<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ccdd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. His drives were hooking<br>2. Penalty strokes on two holes for Out of Bounds<br>3. Doesn't use the driver<br>4. Driver         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"How did you golf on Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I did pretty good. I shot a 13.\"<br>A: \"Not too bad. I thought you were going to break single.\"<br>B: \"I had a chance. I shot a 4 on the front nine, but the back nine killed me.\"<br>A: \"What happened?\"<br>B: \"My drive was totally off. All of the sudden, I started hooking the ball. I hit two balls OB, and that killed my score right there.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. You could have broken single if it wasn't for the penalty strokes.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I was so frustrated after that hole. But overall, I shot well, so I'm not too disappointed. How about you? How have you been hitting lately?\"<br>A: \"I hit great on the range, but when I get on the course, I can't seem to hit the ball right.\"<br>B: \"That happened to me for the longest time. It just takes time and practice. When you go out on the course more often, that problem will fix itself.\"<br>A: \"I'm still trying to break 90. I've been hitting in the mid nineties for ever.\"<br>B: \"How far does your driver go?\"<br>A: \"I don't use it that much. I use my 3 wood more. I'm not consistent with the driver to use it.\"<br>B: \"You gotta keep practicing with it. Eventually you'll get the hang of it.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I practice with it on the range, but I'm not making any progress on it.\"<br>B: \"Let's go to the range together and I'll check out your swing.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Let's go tomorrow night.\"<br>B: \"Ok. That will give us practice for our round on Wednesday.\"<br>A: \"I'll meet you there at 6:30.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you tomorrow then.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=318\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=320\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you earn any income from investments or hobbies?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do you earn any income from investments or hobbies?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I116/sentence/I116S1.mp3\">Do you earn any income from investments or hobbies?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you are active in the stock market, then you can mention something like that. Another income from investment is from your savings account or mutual funds. Whatever it is, simply tell them what it is.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I116/sentence/I116S2.mp3\">I have a savings account that I earn a little extra income from.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I116/sentence/I116S3.mp3\">I have some mutual funds that perform about 8% a year.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I116/sentence/I116S4.mp3\">I have some investments in the stock market.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=374\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=376\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>There is no way I will let you do that, not <b>over my dead body</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Over My Dead Body         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Disallow absolutely<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is usually used when a teenager asks a parent something that is absolutely not allowed. Instead of just saying no, this phrase is used to tell the teenager that they can do it when I am dead. This became popular when knights would protect something and wouldn't give up unless they were killed. The other person would literally have to kill the knight and walk over the body to get what they want. <br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S1.mp3\">There is no way I will let you do that, not <b>over my dead body</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S2.mp3\">You want a tattoo? <b>Over my dead body</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S3.mp3\">You're moving in together? <b>Over my dead body</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S4.mp3\">So I hear your son wants to go on spring break with that girl Sally.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S5.mp3\">I told him <b>over my dead body</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S6.mp3\">I won't let that happen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P66/sentence/P66S7.mp3\">I will not allow it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1012\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1014\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=376",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I117/sentence/I117S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you able to make frequent business trips?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you willing to travel?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I117/sentence/I117S1.mp3\">Are you able to make frequent business trips?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I117/sentence/I117S2.mp3\">Are you willing to travel?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If they are asking this, then this position probably requires some traveling. If you say no, then you probably won't get hired because they want someone who is able to travel. But depending on your job, you will already know if it requires traveling or not.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I117/sentence/I117S3.mp3\">I know as an auditor that I'll have to make business trips. So I'm definitely willing to travel.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I117/sentence/I117S4.mp3\">I don't have any problems with traveling.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=375\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=377\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1014",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Your order is <b>coming right up</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Coming Right Up         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used frequently by restaurant servers to tell customers the food is almost ready<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This can be used in a sentence, but is commonly used by itself.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S1.mp3\">Your order is <b>coming right up</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S2.mp3\">It's <b>coming right up</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S3.mp3\">Your food is <b>coming right up</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S4.mp3\">Did you order the cheeseburger with french fries?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S5.mp3\">I sure did.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S6.mp3\">It's <b>coming right up</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S7.mp3\">Your food will be right out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P67/sentence/P67S8.mp3\">Your order is coming out quickly.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1013\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1015\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=377",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I118/sentence/I118S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you willing to relocate?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you willing to relocate?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I118/sentence/I118S1.mp3\">Are you willing to relocate?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This is a tough question because relocating means moving to a completely new area. It might be ok to answer with a no, but I would answer with a maybe. Here is an example.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I118/sentence/I118S2.mp3\">I guess it would depend on the location and the pay. If everything is the same, I would rather stay here because this is where I grew up. But I would be willing to consider it.</a>\"</span><br><br>This answer is not saying yes or no. This is saying maybe in a polite way. Don't answer with a direct maybe. That is bad. Instead use something similar to my example. If you are willing to relocate, it is an easy answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I118/sentence/I118S3.mp3\">I love change and I'd definitely be willing to relocate.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=376\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=378\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1015",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I am glad you brought an umbrella. That was <b>good thinking</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Good Thinking         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone they did a good job to avoid a problem<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is fairly straightforward.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S1.mp3\">I am glad you brought an umbrella. That was <b>good thinking</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S2.mp3\"><b>Good thinking</b> to call ahead and reserve tickets.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S3.mp3\">It was <b>good thinking</b> to send out invitations sooner than later.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S4.mp3\">I hear the restaurant we are going to is really popular.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S5.mp3\">It's pretty good... and I already reserved a table for us.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S6.mp3\"><b>Good thinking</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S7.mp3\">You did well remembering that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P68/sentence/P68S8.mp3\">I'm glad you thought of that.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1014\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1016\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=378",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I119/sentence/I119S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>May I contact your current employer?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         May I contact your current employer?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I119/sentence/I119S1.mp3\">May I contact your current employer?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This all depends on if your current employer knows that you are searching for another job. If you are not employeed, they might ask if they can contact your former employer. Regardless, the best answer is to say yes. If not, then they will think you have something to hide.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I119/sentence/I119S2.mp3\">Yes. Do you have their contact information?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=377\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=379\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1016",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Shoot</b>, I forgot my grocery list at home.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shoot         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A type of exclamation<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Substitute for the profanity word \"shit\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S1.mp3\"><b>Shoot</b>, I forgot my grocery list at home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S2.mp3\">Oh <b>shoot</b> that was awkward.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S3.mp3\"><b>Shoot</b>, he asked Jenny to the prom instead of me.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S4.mp3\">Didn't you say we need to go to the grocery?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S5.mp3\">Yes I did, do you want to come with me?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S6.mp3\">Sure, but did you make a grocery list to take with us?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S7.mp3\"><b>Shoot</b> I forgot. Hold on a few minutes while I make one for us.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P69/sentence/P69S8.mp3\">Oh no.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1015\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1017\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=379",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I120/sentence/I120S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>May I contact your references?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         May I contact your references?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I120/sentence/I120S1.mp3\">May I contact your references?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>The only correct answer to this question is a yes. If they have your references, then a simple yes will be enough. If they do not, then answer yes and offer them a list.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I120/sentence/I120S2.mp3\">Sure. After the interview, I can email or fax you a list of references. Will that be ok?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=378\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=380\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=380",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I121/sentence/I121S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Is there anything else I should know?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Is there anything else you want to add?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I121/sentence/I121S1.mp3\">Is there anything else I should know?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I121/sentence/I121S2.mp3\">Is there anything else you want to add?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>Adding one more sentence to state one more thing never hurts. But choose carefully because it is their last impression of you. If you felt you didn't show that much enthusiasm, here is your chance. Or if you feel that they didn't ask you about one of your strong traits, you have a chance to state it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I121/sentence/I121S3.mp3\">I don't know if I expressed it that well, but I'm very excited about this position. I'm confident that I can do very well here.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I121/sentence/I121S4.mp3\">One final trait that I have that would be perfect for this position is my organizational skills. I'm very detailed and plan very well.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=379\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=381\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=381",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What kind of salary are you looking for?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What kind of salary are you looking for?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S1.mp3\">What kind of salary are you looking for?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S2.mp3\">What pay range are you looking for?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>There are a couple of ways to answer this. If you state a figure, you risk stating something that is too high, or something that is too low. Either case, you will not benefit from this question. A lot of people suggest saying something like, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S3.mp3\">I'm sure whatever I'm offered will be a fair price.</a>\"</span> But I don't agree. It is a safe answer, but if I was the interviewer, I would appreciate numbers instead of a safe answer. So I recommend answering this question with a range. I'll explain this more in the negotiation portion, but just in case you skip that section, here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S4.mp3\">I'm expecting somewhere between $50,000 - $60,000.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you know the pay for the position you are applying for. Then giving a figure is not that bad. Just state something a little higher with a small range included<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S5.mp3\">I know that the average pay for this position is roughly around $45,000, but because I have a couple years more experience, I would want something around $48,000 to $50,000.</a>\"</span><br><br>If the salary range is already included in the job description, then you can answer that you are willing to consider any offers stated in the job description.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I122/sentence/I122S6.mp3\">The job description says that the salary will be around $45,000 to $53,000. I think it's a fair range.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=380\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=382\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=382",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I123/sentence/I123S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That's a high salary for this position! Where did you come up with that figure?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         That's a high salary for this position! Where did you come up with that figure?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I123/sentence/I123S1.mp3\">That's a high salary for this position! Where did you come up with that figure?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you said a figure that was too high, you might hear this question from the interviewer. This is not good because they would only ask this if the figure you stated was too high. So I would first justify the larger figure and explain that would consider a little less.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I123/sentence/I123S2.mp3\">I have three more years of experience that will help a lot. I also have a college degree that is not stated as a requirement. But if the figure is too high, I would consider something a little less.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=381\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=383\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=383",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I124/sentence/I124S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>How much do you currently get paid?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         How much do you currently get paid?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I124/sentence/I124S1.mp3\">How much do you currently get paid?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>I don't think you can lie about this question. It's easy to find out the truth. I would recommend saying exactly how much you made.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I124/sentence/I124S2.mp3\">I was paid $50,000 a year plus an 8% bonus.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I124/sentence/I124S3.mp3\">I received $27.50 an hour at my last position.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=382\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=384\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=384",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I125/sentence/I125S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>When are you able to start?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         When are you able to start?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I125/sentence/I125S1.mp3\">When are you able to start?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>If you are not working, then you are able to start immediately. But saying immediately sounds too desperate so tell them next Monday or something. If you are currently employed, then you have to show that you are responsible by giving your current employer a two week notice.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I125/sentence/I125S2.mp3\">I'll be able to start as early as next Monday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I125/sentence/I125S3.mp3\">I have to give my current employer a two week notice so I could start immediately after that.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=383\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=385\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=385",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I126/sentence/I126S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Are you considering any other offers right now?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Are you considering any other offers right now?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I126/sentence/I126S1.mp3\">Are you considering any other offers right now?</a>\"</span></b><br><br>This question is not asking if you got an offer or not. It is asking if you are considering it. Regardless, you can tell them the truth.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I126/sentence/I126S2.mp3\">I'm not considering any of my offers right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I126/sentence/I126S3.mp3\">I was considering an offer I received last week, but I don't think I will be accepting that position.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I126/sentence/I126S4.mp3\">I'm thinking about an offer I have, but I want to keep my options open.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=384\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=386\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=386",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Do you have any questions?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Asking Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Asking Questions</b><br><br>Most of the time, the person interviewing you will ask if you have any questions. It is important that you ask intelligent and relevant questions. Make sure you prepare some questions before you interview so you can learn more about the company and the position. Here is a small list of questions you can ask. Feel free to create more of your own.<br><br><b><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S1.mp3\">Do you have any questions?</a>\"</span></b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S2.mp3\">Does this job usually lead to other positions at the company?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S3.mp3\">Tell me some of the skills that you want in a candidate for this position.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S4.mp3\">What are the people I'll be working with like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S5.mp3\">What do you like the most about this company and why?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S6.mp3\">How is this company doing in comparison with competitors?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S7.mp3\">I know of products x and y, does the company plan to introduce any new products?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S8.mp3\">What is the company doing to maintain its market strength?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S9.mp3\">How many employees work for this company?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S10.mp3\">What has been the company's layoff history in recent years?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S11.mp3\">Do you know of any anticipated cutbacks in any departments in the near future?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S12.mp3\">What major problems has the company recently faced?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S13.mp3\">What type of training do you provide here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S14.mp3\">What do you like best about this company?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S15.mp3\">What position title will I be reporting to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S16.mp3\">What other departments does this department work closely with?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S17.mp3\">What kind of training should I expect?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S18.mp3\">How long is the training program?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S19.mp3\">How did this position become available?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S20.mp3\">Is a written job description available?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S21.mp3\">Please describe a typical day for this position.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S22.mp3\">How long has this position been available?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S23.mp3\">How many candidates have you interviewed for this position?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S24.mp3\">How many total candidates will you be interviewing for this position?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S25.mp3\">Do you interview a large number of people before making an offer to a person, or do you make an offer to the first person who is qualified?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S26.mp3\">What type of hardware and software will I be working with?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S27.mp3\">What will my workstation be like? Will it be an office, a cubicle, or a desk?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/I127/sentence/I127S28.mp3\">What opportunities for advancement are available here?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=385\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=632",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/632-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dieting - Questions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/632-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Now that we have covered some basic sentences, let's work on sentences that will help in a discussion. First let's cover some questions about dieting.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S1.mp3\">How long have you been on a diet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S2.mp3\">What type of diet are you on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S3.mp3\">Have you lost a lot of weight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S4.mp3\">How much weight have you lost so far?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S5.mp3\">How many pounds do you want to lose?</a>\"</span><br><br>Remember that most countries use the kilogram system, but the United States uses the pound system. Don't ask me why, it's just the way it is.<br><br>Here are some ways to answer these types of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S6.mp3\">I've been on a diet for 2 months now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S7.mp3\">I'm just watching my calorie intake and doing a little bit of exercise.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S8.mp3\">I lost 6 pounds so far.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S9.mp3\">My goal is to lose 10 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S10.mp3\">I want to be 105 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><br>Currently, the Atkins diet is very popular.<br><br>Atkins diet is a low carbohydrate diet that causes the body to burn fat. Don't quote me on this though. If you want to learn more about Atkins diet, you can find a lot of information over the Internet. For now, I'll share with you some sentences that you might hear Americans say about Atkins.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S11.mp3\">I'm on the Atkins diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S12.mp3\">After three days on the Atkins diet, all I think about is bread and rice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S13.mp3\">I lost 15 pounds in 4 weeks due to the Atkins diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L76/sentence/L76S14.mp3\">I could never go on the Atkins diet. I love carbs too much.</a>\"</span><br><br>Carbs is the short form of carbohydrate. You might hear people say, low carb diet in the place of Atkins.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=631\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=633\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=633",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/633-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dieting - Specific Areas         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/633-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Another common area about dieting is describing the exact area of where you want to lose weight. For some people, they want to lose weight on the arms or the legs, or even on the cheeks. Here are some things you may say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S1.mp3\">I am going on a diet until I get skinny legs.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S2.mp3\">I've been on a diet for 3 months now and I can't get rid of the fat under my arms.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S3.mp3\">I hate my love handles. I can't seem to get rid of them.</a>\"</span><br><br>Love handles are the fat on the side of the stomach.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S4.mp3\">I want to lose weight on my cheeks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S5.mp3\">What is the best way to lose weight on the thighs?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S6.mp3\">How do you get rid of the fat on the cheeks?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S7.mp3\">I can't seem to lose my gut. I'm pretty skinny everywhere but my gut is a big problem.</a>\"</span><br><br>Gut is the lower part of the stomach. Many people have some fat on the gut.<br><br>Other general sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S8.mp3\">I am way too undisciplined to go on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S9.mp3\">I like to eat too much. I wouldn't survive a day on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S10.mp3\">If I can eat ice cream then I don't have a problem with a diet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S11.mp3\">A good diet is a combination of eating well and exercising.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S12.mp3\">Many people think dieting is all about eating less.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S13.mp3\">I think exercising is more important than eating less.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S14.mp3\">The best way to naturally lose weight is to eat five times a day but smaller amounts.</a>\"</span><br><br>Talking about other people<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S15.mp3\">She used to be so fat in high school. I can't believe how skinny she is now. I wonder what kind of diet she went on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S16.mp3\">She's been on a diet for 6 months and still looks the same. She has to be cheating.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/sentence/L77S17.mp3\">My sister has always been skinny, but after she gave birth, she had to go on a diet.</a>\"</span><br><br>Let's put all this together and practice with a conversation.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=632\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=634\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=634",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Dieting - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Barbara. Have you lost weight?\"<br>B: \"Hi Julie. Yeah. I've been on a diet for a couple of months now.\"<br>A: \"Wow. You look great.\"<br>B: \"Thanks for noticing.\"<br>A: \"What type of diet were you on?\"<br>B: \"I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating. With a combination of eating better and exercising, I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months.\"<br>A: \"That's amazing. What tips did your trainer give you?\"<br>B: \"Mostly on how to exercise, but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits. Instead of eating 3 times a day, she told me to eat 5 times a day.\"<br>A: \"That doesn't make sense. If you eat more, than how do you lose weight?\"<br>B: \"Actually, I'm eating the same amount. I eat 5 smaller meals a day. Basically, it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate.\"<br>A: \"That makes sense. I'm going to try that.\"<br>B: \"You don't need to lose weight.\"<br>A: \"I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of.\"<br>B: \"Ah... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet.\"<br>A: \"Thanks for the advice.\"<br>B: \"No problem.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L77/practice/L77P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Can you believe her? She is not even a hundred pounds and she is going off on how she wants to go on a diet.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. If I was as small as her, I wouldn't think about going on a diet.\"<br>A: \"Me too. But what are we going to do? I have been on 4 different diets and I can't seem to lose weight.\"<br>B: \"That's because you don't exercise. If you were more active, you wouldn't have a dieting problem.\"<br>A: \"What do you know? You are over weight too.\"<br>B: \"I'm not on a diet though.\"<br>A: \"I know. But I don't have someone to diet with. If we help each other and motivate each other, then I think we can lose some weight.\"<br>B: \"I like ice cream too much though.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. You'll feel better and look better and as a reward you can eat a little bit of ice cream here and there.\"<br>B: \"It does sound appealing.\"<br>A: \"It's a great idea. I can't believe I didn't think of this earlier. Going on a diet with a friend to back you up is a great way to succeed.\"<br>B: \"Okay. I'm in. Let's do it.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll get our plan started right away.\"<br>B: \"Can we start tomorrow though?\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=633\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=635\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Nothing matters</b> more than being happy.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Nothing Matters         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To express nothing else is important<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Usually used before expressing what is actually important. The below example sentences will illustrate this.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S1.mp3\"><b>Nothing matters</b> more than being happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S2.mp3\">Don't worry about what she said. <b>Nothing matters</b> but what you think.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S3.mp3\"><b>Nothing matters</b> if we can't start getting along better.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S4.mp3\">My husband told me I need to make a decision about getting a job.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S5.mp3\"><b>Nothing matters</b> but you being happy with what you are doing.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S6.mp3\">You are right. I will need to find something I love to do.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S7.mp3\">Good luck.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P70/sentence/P70S8.mp3\">Nothing else is important at this time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1016\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1018\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=635",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/635-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/635-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are several aspects of dating that are important so we will dedicate a couple of lessons on dating. There are two sections of dating. It comprises of the time period of trying to get a date, and then the time during the date. It is also important to point out the differences from the male and female perspectives. In this first lesson on dating, we will cover getting a date from both gender perspectives.<br><br>In the United States, both genders can ask each other for a date. Just like in any culture, it isn't normal to ask a complete stranger for a date. Usually, you have to start a conversation and get to know each other a little bit before asking for a date. In the beginning, it's normal to engage in small talk. During small talk, you should then find something that you have in common. The longer you talk, the greater the chance that you will get a date. It is all up to how you feel if you want to ask or not. In this lesson, I will cover some sentences you should know so you can succeed in getting a date.<br><br>Before we continue though, I would like to mention that blind dates are not common. For example, in Korea, So-geh-ting is a very popular way to get dates. This is in essence a blind date. It is not so common in the United States, so no need to cover it here.<br><br>During the conversation, throwing out compliments is a good thing to do. Most people will be flattered by them. But remember not to make them too cheesy.<br><br><b>Compliments to a guy</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S1.mp3\">Do you work out at all? You have a nice build.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S2.mp3\">What kind of cologne is that? I like the smell of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S3.mp3\">I like the sound of your voice. It's soothing listening to it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Compliments to a girl</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S4.mp3\">Your eyes stand out a lot. Do you get many compliments on them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S5.mp3\">Does it take you long to style your hair? It looks very good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S6.mp3\">I bet you get hit on a lot.</a>\"</span><br><br>The term 'hit on' means to be approached by the opposite sex. So somebody who gets hit on a lot means to have many people approaching them.<br><br><b>Compliments to either gender</b><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S7.mp3\">It's very comfortable talking to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S8.mp3\">I feel like I can be myself when I'm talking to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S9.mp3\">You seem so intelligent. I like that.</a>\"</span><br><br>As you can see, these types of compliments are not too aggressive. They are implying good things, but are not a burden to hear. For example, imagine you are talking to a stranger. If they say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L78/sentence/L78S10.mp3\">You're so beautiful.</a>\"</span> It will more likely scare you away. You will probably think that person is a little crazy. But if someone is talking to you and says a small compliment, then it is very welcomed. So keep that in mind when throwing out compliments.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=634\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=636\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1018",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Come on</b>, you can tell me.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Come On         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Urging someone; also used to try and speed things up <br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: There are many definitions of \"come on.\" This is only one common way of using it. <br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S1.mp3\"><b>Come on</b>, you can tell me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S2.mp3\">Oh <b>come on</b>, you have to be kidding me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S3.mp3\"><b>Come on</b> man, be serious for once.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S4.mp3\">I heard the movie is sold out for tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P71/sentence/P71S5.mp3\">Oh <b>come on</b>! I've been waiting weeks to see it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br>There are not many other sentences that are similar to this. The meaning is basically to allure or attract.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1017\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1019\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=636",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating - Follow Up and Flirting         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/636-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If the conversation goes well, and you feel that you have a strong connection, feel free to ask for a date. There are a couple of ways to do so. You can either ask for a phone number, or you can ask to go out by meeting somewhere. When you the conversation is about to end, make sure to bring up the subject of a date.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S1.mp3\">It was so great talking to you. I would love to get together and chat some more. Would you care to have dinner with me sometime?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S2.mp3\">If you don't have anything planned for Saturday, I would like to take you to dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S3.mp3\">We should talk some more later. Can I get your number?</a>\"</span><br><br>There are many ways and if you are sincere, then you shouldn't have a problem. If you feel you are not sure, or you are scared, then you can leave your phone number and hope that the other person calls.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S4.mp3\">I enjoyed talking to you. Let me give you my number. I would love to hear from you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S5.mp3\">Give me a call anytime you want to just chat.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Flirting</b><br><br>The previous section was more for people who usually start up a conversation before asking a person on a date. There are other types of meeting people. There is a terminology called flirting that is popular. Flirting basically means to make gestures or movements or comments that are a little sexual in nature. So if you move your body in a certain way, or you rub the other persons arm slightly, or talk about slightly sexual things, then that is considered flirting.<br><br>Flirting is all dependent on both sides. It is hard for only one person to do the flirting. If that is the case, then the other person usually finds a quick exit out. Here are some things people might say while flirting.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S6.mp3\">Hey sexy. I can't believe I didn't notice you earlier.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S7.mp3\">How come you didn't ask me to dance yet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S8.mp3\">You have nice legs.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S9.mp3\">I can tell you workout. You have a nice body.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L79/sentence/L79S10.mp3\">You want to feel my muscles?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=635\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=637\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Never mind</b> what you were going to do, we need to leave now!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Never mind         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To forget about it; to express you don't need an answer any longer<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Although the sentences below are used in full sentences, this phrase is most commonly used by itself. For example, A: \"Can you grab that pen for me?\" B: \"What did you say?\" A: \"Never mind.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S1.mp3\"><b>Never mind</b> what you were going to do, we need to leave now!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S2.mp3\"><b>Never mind</b> what I said before, I was wrong.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S3.mp3\"><b>Never mind</b> cooking dinner for me, I will be home too late.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S4.mp3\">So what would you like me to fix for dinner tonight?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S5.mp3\"><b>Never mind</b> cooking anything for me, I will not be home until late.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S6.mp3\">OK I will just cook for myself and the kids then.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P72/sentence/P72S7.mp3\">You don't have to think about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1018\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1020\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating Part - Asking for a Date         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/637-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In the previous section, we covered talking to someone before getting a date. In the next section we are going to work on some sentences you need to say during the date.<br><br>As I said previously, there isn't really another dating language. Most of it is regular conversation such as small talk, movies, hobbies, school, and work topics.<br><br>Let's start where we left off. By now, you should have a phone number. It is your responsibility to call and get a date. Even though you got a phone number doesn't guarantee a date. You have to convince the person to actually show up. Here is what you should say.<br><br><b>On the phone</b><br><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S1.mp3\">Hello.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S2.mp3\">Hi. Is Janet there?</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S3.mp3\">This is Janet.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S4.mp3\">Hi Janet. This is Mike. I met you at the party last Saturday night.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S5.mp3\">Oh. Hi Mike.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S6.mp3\">Did you enjoy the party?</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S7.mp3\">I had a great time. How about you?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S8.mp3\">The next morning was tough, but it was real fun, especially meeting you.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S9.mp3\">It was great meeting you too.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S10.mp3\">Can I take you out to dinner followed by a movie or some other thing?</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S11.mp3\">Well, I am a little busy with school and all.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S12.mp3\">A couple hours shouldn't hurt too much. I'll make sure you have a good time. If you want, we can talk about your school. Maybe I can help you on some topics you are unsure about.</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S13.mp3\">Ok. Sounds good. I'm free this Friday after 6:00. How does that sound to you?</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S14.mp3\">That sounds good. Do you want to meet somewhere or would you like for me to pick you up?</a>\"</span><br>Them: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S15.mp3\">If you don't mind Italian, I'll meet you at Olive Garden at 6:30 on Friday.</a>\"</span><br>You: <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L80/sentence/L80S16.mp3\">Sounds great. I'll see you then.</a>\"</span><br><br>Let's analyze this small conversation real quick. First, Mike didn't assume that Janet remembered him. He reminded Janet where and when they met. It isn't a good idea to put someone on the spot right.<br><br>Next, Mike asked if Janet had a good time. This is a small talk question to break the ice.<br><br>Afterwards, Mike gave a small compliment by saying, '... it was real fun, especially meeting you.'<br><br>So Mike is giving an indication that he is interested in Janet.<br><br>Next, Mike asks for dinner.<br><br>Janet's response is important to learn from. She knows Mike has interest in her, but she is not too sure. When Mike asks for dinner, she is hesitant. We see this when she says, 'I am a little busy with school and all.'<br><br>Everyone is busy, and Mike knows that this is an excuse of not going out. There are many things that Mike can do now.<br><br>1. Mike can put pressure on her without any substance like, 'Come on. Let's just go out.' Or he can not even let her completely answer by saying, 'I'll meet you at Olive Garden at 7:00.'<br>2. Mike can be a coward and say, 'Ok. Well, if you decide to change your mind, give me a call.'<br>3. Or Mike can persuade Janet by appealing to her interests.<br><br>The number 1 choice doesn't work because putting pressure on someone is not good. She might not come, or start with a bad impression. Number 2 choice will result in Janet never calling back.<br><br>The answer Mike gave is a great answer. He is promising that she will have a good time, and also understanding her school interest and promising to talk about her school.<br><br>From Janet's perspective, Mike has good manners not pressuring too much, and understanding her interest by talking about her schooling.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=636\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=638\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #21         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What did Jack do last weekend?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Talked on the phone with his girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Had a drinking party with his friend Josh<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Played poker with a bunch of guys<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Went to the casino<br><br>2. Why didn't Jack include his friend that he is talking to?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He forgot to call him<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They already had too many people<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He knew his friend didn't have any money for gambling<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He tried calling, but he wasn't home<br><br>3. What does Jack's friend have to do to get included into the games?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Get more money<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Get a cell phone<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Stop being so boring<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Stop playing so much video games<br><br>4. What happens if you lose all your chips early in the game?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Pay more money to buy more chips<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Do a dare that makes people laugh to get more chips<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Bring more beer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Sit out until the next game starts<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdbd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Played poker with a bunch of guys<br>2. He tried calling, but he wasn't home<br>3. Get a cell phone<br>4. Sit out until the next game starts         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jack. What did you do last weekend?\"<br>B: \"Josh had a bunch of guys over at his house and we played poker.\"<br>A: \"Why didn't you guys call me?\"<br>B: \"We did. But you weren't home. If you had a cell phone, maybe you wouldn't be left out.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I need to get a cell phone. So, what games did you play?\"<br>B: \"We only play Texas Hold 'em.\"<br>A: \"That's all good. What was the bid amount?\"<br>B: \"We started playing no limit. It's so much fun.\"<br>A: \"That sounds awesome. Let me join you next time.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Just get a cell phone so we can contact you.\"<br>A: \"Aright. Who won though?\"<br>B: \"John. He always wins. He's damn good.\"<br>A: \"You only played one game?\"<br>B: \"We played 2 games and he won both of them.\"<br>A: \"What is the buy in?\"<br>B: \"Only 10 bucks.\"<br>A: \"That sounds fun. Ten bucks isn't that much money to have fun while chilling with your friends.\"<br>B: \"Exactly.\"<br>A: \"But what happens if you get out in the first ten minutes?\"<br>B: \"Then you're screwed. You can watch tv or play the XBOX.\"<br>A: \"Better not die soon then. So, when is the next time you guys are playing?\"<br>B: \"Probably this Friday. Give me a call Friday morning and I'll let you know the exact time.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=319\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=321\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>We will stay longer <b>if you insist</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         If You Insist         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To agree after the other person demands it<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Insist\" means to demand something and that they will not accept refusal. It became common to say this phrase by itself when the other person insisted on something.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S1.mp3\">We will stay longer <b>if you insist</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S2.mp3\">We can go another night <b>if you insist</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S3.mp3\">I will call her <b>if you insist</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S4.mp3\">Thanks for meeting us out for dinner.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S5.mp3\">It was nice of you to ask.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S6.mp3\">Tonight is our treat. I insist.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S7.mp3\"><b>If you insist</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S8.mp3\">If that's what you really want.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P73/sentence/P73S9.mp3\">If you are firm with your decision.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1019\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1021\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=638",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/638-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating - On the Date         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/638-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you finally see Janet at the restaurant or another dating place, you should say something right when you see her. Here are a few examples<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S1.mp3\">I'm glad you showed up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S2.mp3\">You look great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S3.mp3\">Hi Janet. It's good seeing you again.</a>\"</span><br><br>During the date, you have to make sure the person stays interested. This is primarily done by talking about subjects the other person wants to talk about. In this case, Janet is concentrating on school. Here are some things to say<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S4.mp3\">What subject do you find difficult?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S5.mp3\">What classes are giving you a hard time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S6.mp3\">Do you like multiple choice questions or short answer questions?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S7.mp3\">Do you like writing essays?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S8.mp3\">What subjects interest you the most?</a>\"</span><br><br>After you find out more information on her interest, then you can say more things about it.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S9.mp3\">When I was in college, I had a hard time with my writing assignments. I guess my high school didn't prepare me enough. So I went to the writing center located next to the library, and they helped me tremendously.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S10.mp3\">I found psychology to be pretty easy, but I always made stupid mistakes with the multiple choice questions. So I got a study guide for it and it helped me to get the minor details out of the way.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S11.mp3\">I really like history too. I enjoy learning about what happened and how we got to the state we are in now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L81/sentence/L81S12.mp3\">You don't like calculus? I was a math major. If you would like, I can help you out with your homework. I'm sure after a couple of lessons, you will think it is easy.</a>\"</span><br><br>So helping out with homework is another way to get another date. Although it will be more geared towards school work, you can take the opportunity to impress the other person.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=637\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=767\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Please <b>stop it</b>! You're giving me a headache.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stop It!         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To ask someone to stop what they are doing.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a common way of telling a person to stop something that is bothering you. It is more aggressive way of say, \"please dont do that.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S1.mp3\">Please <b>stop it</b>! You're giving me a headache.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S2.mp3\"><b>Stop</b> it before you get hurt!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S3.mp3\">You had better <b>stop it</b> or you will get in trouble!</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S4.mp3\">Tommy! <b>Stop it</b> right now!</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S5.mp3\">Why? I saw other kids doing it.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S6.mp3\">That's not how we behave in a restaurant.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S7.mp3\">OK, I'm sorry.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S8.mp3\">Quit what you are doing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P74/sentence/P74S9.mp3\">Don't do that!</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1020\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1022\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=321",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #22         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where did Cindy meet John?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> At a manufacturing company<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> At a coffee shop<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> At a restaurant<br><br>2. What does John do for a living?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He works in the IT department<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He works in the marketing department<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He works in the Ops<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He works in the finance department<br><br>3. How old is John?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> 23<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 25<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 27<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 29<br><br>4. When will Cindy's friend meet John?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> When they get to know each other more<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Maybe after a month<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Next Saturday on a double date<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> On Friday night<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cdcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. At a coffee shop<br>2. He works in the finance department<br>3. 27<br>4. Next Saturday on a double date         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Cindy. I heard you are seeing someone.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. His name is John. I started dating him a week ago.\"<br>A: \"That's so exciting. Tell me all about him. Is he good looking?\"<br>B: \"I think he's cute, but not drop dead gorgeous.\"<br>A: \"How did you meet him?\"<br>B: \"I go to this coffee shop a lot and this guy is always there. We started talking a couple of times, and he finally asked me out.\"<br>A: \"That's so cool. What does he do for a living?\"<br>B: \"He works in the finance department in a manufacturing company.\"<br>A: \"Do you know if he makes a lot of money?\"<br>B: \"I don't know for sure, but he drives a nice car and I heard he has a house.\"<br>A: \"How is his personality?\"<br>B: \"He's very smart and a great person to talk to. In the beginning, we talked for about 30 minutes a day in the coffee shop before he asked me out. Besides that, he's very sweet and romantic.\"<br>A: \"How old is he?\"<br>B: \"That's the problem. He is 2 years younger than me. What do you think about that?\"<br>A: \"What's the big deal? I don't see anything wrong with that. If you were 23, then I might be worried he was immature, but you're almost 30 now. 2 years is no big deal.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. That's what I think.\"<br>A: \"When do I get to meet him?\"<br>B: \"How about a double date. The four of us can go out to dinner and a drink or something.\"<br>A: \"That sounds great. How about next Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I think Saturday will be good. Let's double check with the guys and get back to each other.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll call you later then.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Talk to you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=320\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=322\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>It's nothing</b>. It didn't take long for me to do this.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's Nothing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone that the task you did was not a big deal.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: It is commonly used when you are being thanked for something that wasn't difficult.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S1.mp3\"><b>It's nothing</b>. It didn't take long for me to do this.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S2.mp3\">No need to thank me. <b>It's nothing</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S3.mp3\">Oh, <b>it's nothing</b> to call and let you know what I find out.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S4.mp3\">I had no idea you guys were getting together tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S5.mp3\">Really? I sent an email inviting everyone.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S6.mp3\">I didn't receive it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S7.mp3\">You're more than welcome to come. I will add you to my email list for next time.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S8.mp3\">Thanks. I hope it's not too much to ask.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S9.mp3\">No, <b>it's nothing</b> to add you on.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P75/sentence/P75S10.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1021\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1023\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=767",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/767-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating - Asking for Second Date         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/767-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Another way to get another date is by suggesting another restaurant. Janet likes Italian restaurants. But she chose Olive Garden. If the date went well, and you know of another Italian restaurant, you can suggest another date near the end of dinner.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S1.mp3\">Is Italian one of your favorite types of food?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S2.mp3\">Yeah. I like all types of pasta.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S3.mp3\">I know this great little Italian restaurant on the waterfront. It's small but very authentic. I'd love to take you there next week or something.</a>\"</span><br><br>Or, if you know of another type of restaurant here is what you can say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S4.mp3\">Have you ever had French food?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S5.mp3\">I've had French Fries before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S6.mp3\">I'm talking about real French food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S7.mp3\">No. I don't even know what is considered French food.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L82/sentence/L82S8.mp3\">I've been to this great French restaurant a couple of months ago. The food was amazing. I would like to take you there sometime. Would you be interested?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=638\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=640\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1023",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It's not like you to get so upset, <b>what gives</b>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What gives?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to ask what is the matter or what went wrong<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The only explanation I found was that this could have come from German borrowing. Germans used the phrase \"was gibt es?\" as \"What is the matter?\" or \"What's up?\" But to be honest. I am not sure about this. However, I do know that in English, it is commonly used to ask \"What is the matter?\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S1.mp3\">It's not like you to get so upset, <b>what gives</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S2.mp3\">I had no idea you were leaving? <b>What gives</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S3.mp3\">Your mom said you stopped taking piano lessons. <b>What gives</b>?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S4.mp3\">I heard that you did not pass your test?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S5.mp3\">Yeah, it was harder than I thought.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S6.mp3\">You studied really hard for it though, <b>what gives</b>?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S7.mp3\">I guess I will just have to try harder next time.<br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"</span></a><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S8.mp3\">What's the problem?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P76/sentence/P76S9.mp3\">What happened?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1022\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1024\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=322",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #23         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Who does the two girls see on the dance floor?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A friend dancing with two boys<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They see Beth's boyfriend<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A boy dancing with Beth<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>2. What type of guy is Beth's boyfriend?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> A cheater and a liar<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Someone who is tall and handsome<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> A smart and intelligent man<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> A nice and sweet person<br><br>3. What is not listed as a trait that one of the girls want in a guy?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Good looking<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Sensitive<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Smart<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Rich<br><br>4. Why is Alex out of the question?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He is a dork and an idiot<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He already has a girlfriend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is not the friendly type<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He is immature and stupid<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"ddaa\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. None of the above<br>2. A nice and sweet person<br>3. Good looking<br>4. He is a dork and an idiot         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Jane. Did you see that guy standing by the dance floor?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. He's kinda cute.\"<br>A: \"Wait. Isn't that Beth's boyfriend?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. I haven't met him before.\"<br>A: \"Look. He's dancing with another girl.\"<br>B: \"Are you sure that's him?\"<br>A: \"No. It just looks like him.\"<br>B: \"I heard he was a nice guy. He wouldn't be cheating on Beth.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. You're right. How do you know about him if you never met him?\"<br>B: \"I hear all this stuff from Beth. She is always going off on how nice and sweet he is.\"<br>A: \"I heard the same thing. What type of guy are you looking for?\"<br>B: \"Someone who is understanding, responsible, sensitive, smart, and with a lot of money.\"<br>A: \"Don't we all. Get real. All those guys are probably already taken.\"<br>B: \"It doesn't hurt to have expectations. What type of guy do you want to find?\"<br>A: \"All I want is someone who is going to treat me well.\"<br>B: \"You know Alex don't you? He likes you. I bet he'll take good care of you.\"<br>A: \"He's a dork. At least someone who is not an idiot ok?\"<br>B: \"Got it.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=321\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=323\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=640",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/640-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating - Preparing Activity after Dinner         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/640-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sometimes a date will end right after dinner. Other times you can go to another place such as a bar, or go bowling, or see a movie. It is your responsibility to find out what the other person likes to do and then suggest it. If the date was strictly for dinner, then it will be difficult, but in this case, Mike suggested a dinner and a movie, or another thing. That means Janet should have left the night open.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S1.mp3\">Have you seen Master and Commander yet? I heard it was a good movie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S2.mp3\">No, I haven't.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S3.mp3\">There is an 8:30 showing down the street. Would you like to go see it?</a>\"</span><br><br>Mike made sure to look up movie times and locations before the movie. Then when he suggests a movie, he has all the information.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S4.mp3\">What do you like to do when you are not studying?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S5.mp3\">I like to hang out with friends and drink a little and I also like to go bowling sometimes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L83/sentence/L83S6.mp3\">Do you want to go bowling after dinner? We can have a few drinks while we play. It will be fun.</a>\"</span><br><br>In this scenario, Mike is using both her interests here. In the States, they serve alcohol so drinking and bowling together is a great option.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=767\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=641\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1024",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It's a <b>fair enough</b> question for me to answer.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Fair Enough         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used after two people agree on something<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Fair\" means to be legitimate or to be in accordance with the rules. When something is fair, no cheating is happening and nobody has a better advantage. Therefore, this term became popular in spoken English to agree to something.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S1.mp3\">It's a <b>fair enough</b> question for me to answer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S2.mp3\">You want a rematch because you were sick when you lost? <b>Fair enough</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S3.mp3\"><b>Fair enough</b>, I will try it once to see if I like it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S4.mp3\">If you do not finish your homework you will not be able to go outside to play.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S5.mp3\"><b>Fair enough</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P77/sentence/P77S6.mp3\">I agree with what you said.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1023\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1025\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=323",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #24         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is Jason's friend surprised that Jason is going golfing?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because they were supposed to go hiking that day<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because he wasn't invited<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because Jason never golfed before<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>2. What was Jason's friend going to ask Jason if he wasn't busy that day?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To come out to a party<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To help him move out of his apartment<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To drive him to school<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To play basketball with him<br><br>3. What does the word \"hovering\" mean in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It means \"to fly\"<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It means \"to ride in a car\"<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It means \"to be right around\"<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> It means \"to hit the ball\"<br><br>4. When are they going to meet?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Friday night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Saturday for golf<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Sunday for brunch<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> No current plans to meet<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Because he wasn't invited<br>2. To play basketball with him<br>3. It means \"to be right around\"<br>4. No current plans to meet         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Jason. What are you doing this Friday?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to go to the driving range cause I'm playing golf on Saturday.\"<br>A: \"You're golfing without me? What's up with that?\"<br>B: \"Sorry man, but we already have a foursome. I'm going with a couple of guys from work.\"<br>A: \"Where are you playing?\"<br>B: \"Washington National. Have you been there yet?\"<br>A: \"I've been there a couple of times. It's a great course. You know the Huskies play there right?\"<br>B: \"I didn't know that. Is it a hard course?\"<br>A: \"It's pretty challenging. But it all depends on which tee you play from.\"<br>B: \"What are you shooting these days?\"<br>A: \"I'm still hovering around a bogey game.\"<br>B: \"Still better than me. I'm still trying to hit a bogey game. Do you want to hit the driving range with me?\"<br>A: \"I can't this Friday. I'm playing basketball with the guys that night.\"<br>B: \"At night?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. We're playing indoors at a school gymnasium.\"<br>B: \"What's the occasion?\"<br>A: \"Just a small league I play on. Nothing special.\"<br>B: \"I'm too short to play basketball.\"<br>A: \"You're not that short. Plus, we have a couple of guys who are the same height as you. They're awesome players.\"<br>B: \"I never got into basketball. It's fun and all, but maybe I'm just not good at it.\"<br>A: \"It's still great exercise. I get a better workout from basketball than I do from the treadmill.\"<br>B: \"That's true.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=322\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=324\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=641",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/641-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dating - Saying Goodbye on Date         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/641-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Finally, when the date is over, you can say a couple of things depending on how the date went.<br><br>If it went bad,<br><br>You can lie and say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S1.mp3\">I had a good time. I'll call you sometime.</a>\"</span><br><br>Or you can not lie and say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S2.mp3\">The dinner and movie was great. Have a good night.</a>\"</span><br><br>Mike is not lying. He is saying the dinner and movie was good but didn't say anything about the date.<br><br>If you had a good time, say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S3.mp3\">I had a great time tonight. Can I call you again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S4.mp3\">We should do this again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S5.mp3\">I really enjoyed spending time with you.</a>\"</span><br><br>Common courtesy sentences,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S6.mp3\">Make sure to drive safely. If you have any problems, feel free to give me a call.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/sentence/L84S7.mp3\">I hope you had a good time. Drive home safely and have a good night.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=640\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=642\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1025",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>What's the matter? <b>Cat got your tongue</b>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Cat Got Your Tongue         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone has nothing to say<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: One explanation is that a long time ago, a witches cat would steal the tongue of a person to prevent them from telling others. However, this is only a tale and there are many guesses where this idiomatic phrase came from. Regardless, it is frequently used by someone who has the upper hand in a conversation. If a person cannot counter, or has nothing to say, then the other person can ask \"don't you have anything to say?\" or \"Cat got your tongue?\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S1.mp3\">What's the matter? <b>Cat got your tongue</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S2.mp3\">You're being awfully quiet, <b>cat got your tongue</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S3.mp3\">She usually always has an opinion, <b>cat must have gotten her tongue</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S4.mp3\">What's the matter? You're usually full of advice. <b>Cat got your tongue</b>?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S5.mp3\">No I'm just keeping my opinions to myself.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S6.mp3\">You have nothing to say?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P78/sentence/P78S7.mp3\">Why are you so quiet?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1024\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1026\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Dating - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi there. Do you know anyone here?\"<br>B: \"I'm a friend of Stacy.\"<br>A: \"Stacy Miller? I know her.\"<br>B: \"Really? How do you know her?\"<br>A: \"We went to middle school together.\"<br>B: \"That's cool. What a small world.\"<br>A: \"So how do you know Stacy?\"<br>B: \"We went to the same sorority.\"<br>A: \"What did you major in?\"<br>B: \"I majored in Sociology.\"<br>A: \"Really? Me too. That's kinda cool.\"<br>B: \"Where did you go to school?\"<br>A: \"I went to Berkley.\"<br>B: \"So what are you doing here in New York?\"<br>A: \"I work at a consulting firm.\"<br>B: \"Isn't that hard work?\"<br>A: \"It was in the beginning, but I got used to it. It's a lot of hours though.\"<br>B: \"I bet. I don't like working more than 40 hours. I need time to play.\"<br>A: \"I hear that. I wish I had more time to play. But I do like my job.\"<br>B: \"I think it is important to like your job.\"<br>A: \"I like talking with you.\"<br>B: \"Really? I feel the same way.\"<br>A: \"Do you wanna go out sometime, like dinner or something?\"<br>B: \"I'd like that. Here, let me give you my number.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L84/practice/L84P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"You see that chick over there?\"<br>B: \"The one in the red shirt?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Isn't she hot?\"<br>B: \"She's alright.\"<br>A: \"Just alright?!? She's hot!\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go talk to her?\"<br>A: \"You think she's out of my league?\"<br>B: \"Hell no! You're just a chicken that's all.\"<br>A: \"C'mon. I get nervous when I talk to girls.\"<br>B: \"Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up, strike a conversation.\"<br>A: \"What do I talk about?\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter. You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that.\"<br>A: \"I don't know...\"<br>B: \"Do you want me to go talk to her?\"<br>A: \"No. Stay away from her.\"<br>B: \"If you don't do anything, I'll bet somebody else will.\"<br>A: \"Ok already. I'll try.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=641\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=648\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1026",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It is <b>my pleasure</b> to introduce you to our guests.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         My Pleasure         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Happy to do something for someone<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Pleasure\" is to feel happy. When you use this term, you are telling the other person that you are happy to do it.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S1.mp3\">It is <b>my pleasure</b> to introduce you to our guests.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S2.mp3\">It was <b>my pleasure</b> to work with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S3.mp3\">It is <b>my pleasure</b> to be involved in something so important.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S4.mp3\">I really appreciate all you did helping me finish my project.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S5.mp3\">No problem at all, it was <b>my pleasure</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S6.mp3\">Don't mention it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P79/sentence/P79S7.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1025\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1027\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=324",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #25         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What is a true statement about Samantha?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She is a tall<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She is dating Matt<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She is very smart<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>2. One of the guys in this conversation doesn't have a girlfriend. What is the reason?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He doesn't know how to talk to girls<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is shy and nervous around girls<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He says stupid things around girls<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>3. If the guy has a problem around pretty girls, what is his friend recommending?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> That he needs to work on it and practice<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To prepare things to say ahead of time<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To date ugly girls<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To bring a friend with him when he talks to girls<br><br>4. What does being shallow represent in this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> It represents a persons inner depth<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> It represents that the water is not deep<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It represents that he is thinking only skin deep<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both A and C<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. She is dating Matt<br>2. All of the above<br>3. To date ugly girls<br>4. Both A and C         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What do you think about Matt's new girlfriend?\"<br>B: \"Samantha? She's pretty hot. I can't believe she fell for Matt.\"<br>A: \"I don't seem to have much luck with girls.\"<br>B: \"Why do you think that is?\"<br>A: \"I say the stupidest things around girls. I don't know why I do that?\"<br>B: \"It's because you're nervous. Best thing to do is not say a word until you know it's not stupid.\"<br>A: \"It doesn't work that way. I stop thinking around pretty girls.\"<br>B: \"I know. You got to date a girl who isn't that pretty then.\"<br>A: \"What the story of your love life these days?\"<br>B: \"It's only been a couple of months that I broke up with Sarah. But I think it's about time to start hunting again.\"<br>A: \"Who's your type?\"<br>B: \"Anybody with a nice body and a pretty face.\"<br>A: \"How about their personality or their character?\"<br>B: \"I'm not thinking about marriage, so those things don't matter.\"<br>A: \"You're so shallow.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=323\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=325\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=648",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/648-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Engagement         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/648-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Engagement is the time period spent before getting married. In this lesson, we will learn about English when asking someone to marry and the terminologies when becoming engaged.<br><br>When a friend has been together with a boyfriend or girlfriend a long time, they usually ask when they are going to get married, or when they are going to get engaged.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S1.mp3\">When are you going to get married?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S2.mp3\">When are you going to tie the knot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S3.mp3\">When are you going to settle down?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S4.mp3\">When are you going to propose to her?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S5.mp3\">When are you going to ask her to marry you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S6.mp3\">When do you think he is going to propose?</a>\"</span><br><br>After the big question is asked, then the two people are engaged.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S7.mp3\">We got engaged last week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S8.mp3\">I got engaged about a month ago.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S9.mp3\">We're going to have a short engagement.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S10.mp3\">Our engagement is for about 6 months.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S11.mp3\">We had an engagement party at a restaurant with both families.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S12.mp3\">We really didn't have a formal engagement dinner.</a>\"</span><br><br>You can get creative in the ways to ask your significant other to marry you, but the most general way is to simply say,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S13.mp3\">Will you marry me?</a>\"</span><br><br>These four words cannot be replaced really. Mostly, it is how you ask it and in what situation.<br><br>When two people are engaged, then they are not boyfriend and girlfriend, instead, they refer to each other as fiancé.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S14.mp3\">This is my fiancée.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S15.mp3\">She is my fiancée.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S16.mp3\">He is my fiancé.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S17.mp3\">Where is your fiancé?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L89/sentence/L89S18.mp3\">I want to meet your fiancé.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=642\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=649\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1027",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I was meaning to call you but <b>it totally slipped my mind</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It Totally Slipped My Mind         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To forget something that you had to do<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you \"slip,\" you fall. When it falls from the mind, it is no longer there. So when you forget about something, it is common to say, it \"slipped my mind.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S1.mp3\">I was meaning to call you but <b>it totally slipped my mind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S2.mp3\">There was something I needed to do today but <b>it totally slipped my mind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S3.mp3\">Sorry I forgot about your birthday. <b>It totally slipped my mind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S4.mp3\">Did you call your mom and dad and wish them Happy Anniversary?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S5.mp3\">Oh no! <b>It totally slipped my mind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P80/sentence/P80S6.mp3\">I completely forgot.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1026\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1028\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=325",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P3.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #26         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P3.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What sports does Mark like?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He likes only basketball, football, golf, and tennis<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He likes volleyball the most<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He likes most sports, so just about everything<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He likes only tennis and volleyball<br><br>2. Is the girl considered athletic?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No. She doesn't like to play sports<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She doesn't think so, but it sure sounds that way.<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Yes. She plays every sport and watches every sport.<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>3. What fact do we know about the Mariners from just this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are a baseball team<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are a team based in Seattle<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They play in a new stadium<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> All of the above<br><br>4. Does Mark like watching the Super bowl?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> No. He only watches when other people are watching it<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> No. He never watches the Super bowl<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Yes. He definitely likes to watch the Super bowl<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't explicitly say so, but he probably likes to watch the Super bowl<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He likes most sports, so just about everything<br>2. She doesn't think so, but it sure sounds that way<br>3. They play in a new stadium<br>4. He doesn't explicitly say so, but he probably likes to watch the Super bowl         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"So Mark. What is your favorite hobby?\"<br>B: \"Probably sports.\"<br>A: \"Anything specific? Or just sports in general.\"<br>B: \"Most sports. I like basketball, football, baseball, golf, tennis, so I guess most sports.\"<br>A: \"I like tennis. Did you play for your high school team?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I played on the varsity team starting from my sophomore year. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I played my junior and senior year.\"<br>B: \"What other sports did you play?\"<br>A: \"I played volleyball. I would have to say volleyball is my favorite.\"<br>B: \"What position did you play?\"<br>A: \"I was the outside hitter.\"<br>B: \"That's so cool. I didn't know you were athletic.\"<br>A: \"I don't know if I would consider myself athletic, but I have fun playing.\"<br>B: \"I play on a co-ed volleyball team every Tuesdays. We're always looking for more girls to play on our team. Would you be interested?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It sounds fun. Just call me anytime you need a player.\"<br>B: \"That's great. Since we are on the topic of sports, what sport do you like to watch on television?\"<br>A: \"I never got into watching sports on TV. So I really don't know.\"<br>B: \"Not even the Super bowl?\"<br>A: \"Only when the group of people I'm with is watching it. I just never had interest in TV that much.\"<br>B: \"Well, I like following the Mariners. They're pretty good.\"<br>A: \"I like to go watch them play. It's fun when you are actually there.\"<br>B: \"A bunch of us are going to watch them play this June. Do you want to join us?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'll go. I like the new stadium. It's pretty cool.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll make sure to get you a ticket as well.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=324\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=326\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Engagement - Proposing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/649-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Other common type of questions regarding pre-marriage is how a person proposes. Here are some examples:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S1.mp3\">How are you going to propose to her?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S2.mp3\">How do you think he will propose to you?</a>\"</span><br><br>I'll list a few answers I heard from other people.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S3.mp3\">I'm going to take her to dinner and I'm going to put the ring on top of the dessert. So when the cake comes out, she will see the ring.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S4.mp3\">I'm going to take her to our favorite restaurant and ask her there.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S5.mp3\">I'm going all out. First, I'm going to send her to a massage. Then, I'm going to have her relax at a coffee shop where I'll send her some flowers. After that, I'm going to have her picked up in a limo to a restaurant where I'll be waiting in the entrance on my knees.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S6.mp3\">When my husband asked me to marry, he put a ring inside a fortune cookie with a message asking, will you marry me in the cookie.</a>\"</span><br><br>Some other types of questions that you might hear:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S7.mp3\">Are you nervous about proposing to her?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S8.mp3\">Are you sure she is going to say yes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S9.mp3\">Are you sure about this?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S10.mp3\">How long have you been engaged?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S11.mp3\">What are you thinking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S12.mp3\">You're too young to get married.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S13.mp3\">What did you do for your engagement party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S14.mp3\">Did you guys have an engagement party?</a>\"</span><br><br>A friend might ask you questions regarding your relationship when the marriage topic comes up.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S15.mp3\">How long have you been with her?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S16.mp3\">What made you decide to get married?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S17.mp3\">Are you sure she is the right one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S18.mp3\">When did you know he was the right one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L90/sentence/L90S19.mp3\">Did you see a sign or how did you know?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=648\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=650\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Just <b>give it to me straight</b>, I can take the news.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Give It to Me Straight         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when you want to hear the truth<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Straight\" is referring to straightforward. When people had to tell someone bad news, they would try to find ways to make it sound less bad. To do so, it would require a lot more words and a lot of creativity. However, when people want to hear bad news, they don't want to hear something without additions made by the speaker. Therefore, it was common for the listener to be firm and tell the speaker to speak be straightforward and to speak the truth without adding things.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S1.mp3\">Just <b>give it to me straight</b>, I can take the news.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S2.mp3\">This is hard for me to say so I'm just going to <b>give it to you straight</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S3.mp3\"><b>Just give it to me straight</b>. How bad can it be?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S4.mp3\">I have your test results back.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S5.mp3\">How bad is it? Just <b>give it to me straight</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S6.mp3\">I will tell you honestly.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P81/sentence/P81S7.mp3\">I will tell you directly.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1027\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1029\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I know you did it, <b>it's written all over your face</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's written all over your face         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that their face expression is giving a message<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Face expressions show sadness, happiness, fear, and many other emotions. It also shows when someone is lying or not telling the truth. This phrase is commonly used when the other person is not saying anything, but their face expression is speaking for them.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S1.mp3\">I know you did it, <b>it's written all over your face</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S2.mp3\">I know that you're sad, <b>it's written all over your face</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S3.mp3\">I can tell you are upset. <b>It's written all over your face</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S4.mp3\">I am not the one who made the mess in the kitchen.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S5.mp3\">Come on, <b>it's written all over your face</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S6.mp3\">Your facial expression is showing your true thoughts.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S7.mp3\">I can tell you're lying by your face expression.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P82/sentence/P82S8.mp3\">The look on your face is making things obvious.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1028\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1030\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Engagement - Best man and Maid of honor         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/650-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Preparing for marriage is a time consuming thing with so much to do. I'll explain most of it in the next lesson, but I wanted to explain one difference in this lesson. In the western culture, they have friends standing next to the bride and groom during the wedding ceremony. At a minimum, it is one person. That person is called the best man. For the lady side, that person is called maid of honor. But if you have more than one, you usually have one best man, and multiple grooms men. For the ladies, they are called brides maid.<br><br>Best man - Best friend or relative of groom usually holding the ring<br>Grooms men - Other friends or siblings standing next to the best man<br>Maid of honor - Best friend or relative of the bride usually holding the ring<br>Brides maid - Other friends or relative standing next to the Maid of honor.<br><br>The best man and maid of honor have responsibilities such as taking care of the bride and groom, planning for parties and taking care of the presents, and many other things. We'll discuss more about this in the next session. Let's move on to practicing the material in this lesson.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=649\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=651\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Engagement - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"Hey Matt. I'm going to ask Martha to marry me?\"<br>A: \"Really? When did you decide this?\"<br>B: \"I always knew she was the one, but I decided to pop the big question about 2 weeks ago. I'm just debating on how to do it.\"<br>A: \"That's exciting man.\"<br>B: \"So how did you propose?\"<br>A: \"You shouldn't use my example. It wasn't special. I kind of wish I made it more special but it's too late now.\"<br>B: \"What do you think I should do?\"<br>A: \"There are a lot of options. You can surprise her over dinner, or ask her in a public area, or if you have the balls, ask her father in front of her.\"<br>B: \"I never thought about that.\"<br>A: \"Thought about what?\"<br>B: \"Asking her father in front of her. How do you think she will react?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. You should know how she's going to react. She is your girlfriend.\"<br>B: \"I think that's the idea I was looking for. Thanks man.\"<br>A: \"Don't mention it. Good luck. You're going to need it.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L91/practice/L91P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Sarah. How are you doing?\"<br>B: \"I'm doing great. How about you Jessica?\"<br>A: \"Nothing new. You look happy though. Something special happen recently?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I got engaged last week.\"<br>A: \"Really? No way. I'm so happy for you. Congratulations.\"<br>B: \"Thanks.\"<br>A: \"So tell me all about it? How did he propose to you?\"<br>B: \"He took me to a very nice restaurant and when I opened the menu, there was a big message in the menu saying will you marry me. And then, he got on his knees and showed me a beautiful ring.\"<br>A: \"That's so nice. Were there a lot of people watching?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. The whole restaurant was full. But I didn't care. Everyone applauded when we were hugging after I said yes.\"<br>A: \"When is the big date?\"<br>B: \"We set the date for June 15th.\"<br>A: \"That's in eight months. You are going to be so busy preparing for the wedding.\"<br>B: \"I know. But I wanted to ask you if you would be one of my bride's maid.\"<br>A: \"Really? I'd love to.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=650\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=652\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I know you want that job. <b>Go for it</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Go For It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To encourage someone to do something that they have planned<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The literal meaning is to \"decide on\" or \"choose.\" However, it is commonly used informally to encourage them to take action on something they are thinking about doing.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S1.mp3\">I know you want that job. <b>Go for it</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S2.mp3\">If you want to ask her out you're going to have to just <b>go for it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S3.mp3\">Don't let anyone stand in the way of your dreams. <b>Go for it</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S4.mp3\">I really like her. Should I ask her for her phone number?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S5.mp3\"><b>Go for it man</b>!</a>\"</span> You have nothing to lose.\"<br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S6.mp3\">Just do it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S7.mp3\">Take action on it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P83/sentence/P83S8.mp3\">Be proactive.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1029\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1031\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>So if I take the kids to swim lessons, you will clean the house? <b>It's a deal</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's a Deal         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Agreeing on a proposal<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Commonly used by itself when agreeing to a proposal made by someone.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S1.mp3\">So if I take the kids to swim lessons, you will clean the house? <b>It's a deal</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S2.mp3\"><b>It's a deal</b>. I will clean the garage if you stop bothering me about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S3.mp3\">If I stop eating donuts, I don't have to run every day? <b>It's a deal!</b></a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S4.mp3\">If you do my yard work, I will buy you candy.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S5.mp3\">No thanks. I shouldn't eat too much candy.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S6.mp3\">If you mow my grass, I will pay you ten dollars.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S7.mp3\">Sounds good. <b>It's a deal</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S8.mp3\">I agree to your proposal.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P84/sentence/P84S9.mp3\">Let's agree to that.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1030\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1032\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/652-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Marriage - Getting a Church         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/652-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this lesson, we will cover the process of marriage and all the things you need to know how to say in English. In the previous session, we learned about the engagement and initial wedding procedures. Let's now look into more depth at the marriage process.<br><br>After two people agree to marry, there are many things to plan. There are many different things you can do, and depending on your budget, you will have more or less. I will give an example of the marriages I have seen around me.<br><br>The first thing you need to do after you set a date is find a church. In eastern cultures, marrying in a church is not as popular, but in America, a large percentage of marriages still take place in the church.<br><br>You will need to call a church and ask if you can rent there place for a marriage.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S1.mp3\">Hello. I'm going to get married and I was wondering if you rent out your church for this purpose.</a>\"</span><br><br>If they say no, you can say thank you and good bye. If they say yes, then you can follow up with more questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S2.mp3\">I was looking to get married on June 15th. Will your church be available on that date?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S3.mp3\">What Saturday do you have available in the month of June?</a>\"</span><br><br>If timing is an issue, then you will need to tell them the time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S4.mp3\">We would like to get married at 1:00pm. Is that ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S5.mp3\">We would like to get married at 4:00pm. Does that time work for you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L92/sentence/L92S6.mp3\">We are pretty flexible with the time so I will take whatever time is available on that date.</a>\"</span><br><br>After a date and time is confirmed, they might ask you to meet and get all the details from you.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=651\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=653\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It was really nice seeing you again. <b>Don't be a stranger</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Don't Be a Stranger         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Commonly used to tell someone to stay in touch<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is commonly used when you are talking to someone you don't meet or see often.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S1.mp3\">It was really nice seeing you again. <b>Don't be a stranger</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S2.mp3\">We need to keep in touch. <b>Don't be a stranger</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S3.mp3\">Now that we live so close to one another <b>don't be a stranger</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S4.mp3\">Hey John, I don't see you around here these days.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S5.mp3\">I moved down south several months ago.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S6.mp3\">Keep in touch man. <b>Don't be a stranger</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S7.mp3\">Definitely. I'll buzz you every time I come up.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S8.mp3\">Keep in touch.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P85/sentence/P85S9.mp3\">Ping me once in awhile.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1031\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1033\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=653",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/653-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Wedding Process - Flowers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/653-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The next step is for the decoration and flowers.<br><br>Friends might ask,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S1.mp3\">What kind of flowers are you going to have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S2.mp3\">What color flowers are you going to have?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can respond by,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S3.mp3\">I'm thinking about white and yellow roses.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S4.mp3\">I'm not sure yet, but I'm leaning towards lavender and white roses.</a>\"</span><br>You will need to call up a flower shop and ask for flowers to be arranged.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S5.mp3\">I'm going to get married next June and I would like an estimate for flowers.</a>\"</span><br><br>Usually it all depends on your price range so they might ask you how much and how big the wedding will be.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S6.mp3\">How many people are you expecting and what is your budget for flowers?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S7.mp3\">I am expecting about 150 people and I wanted to stay under one thousand dollars for flowers.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S8.mp3\">What types of flowers did you have in mind?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S9.mp3\">I want purple and white roses.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L93/sentence/L93S10.mp3\">I believe I can provide what you are looking for. I can prepare the flowers for the walkway, for the altar, the flower you hold, flowers for the brides maid, and overall decoration. Because of your flower selection, it will cost twelve hundred dollars.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=652\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=654\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1033",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Thanks for having dinner with us. Let's split the bill <b>fifty-fifty</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Let's Go Fifty- Fifty         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when you are planning to pay half of something.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: To pay 50% of the bill with another person who will pay the other 50% of the bill.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S1.mp3\">Thanks for having dinner with us. Let's split the bill <b>fifty-fifty</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S2.mp3\">Let's split our winnings <b>fifty-fifty</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S3.mp3\">Let's split the tab for drinks <b>fifty-fifty</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S4.mp3\">That was a fun night. How much is our bill?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S5.mp3\">I'm not sure. Did we order the same number of drinks?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S6.mp3\">The difference is not going to be big. Let's just split it <b>fifty-fifty</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S7.mp3\">OK sounds good.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S8.mp3\">Let's divide it equally.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S9.mp3\">Let's do it evenly.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P86/sentence/P86S10.mp3\">Let's split it in half.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1032\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1034\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=654",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/654-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Wedding Process - Photographer, Dress and Tux         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/654-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Another thing you will have to prepare is the photographer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S1.mp3\">How much do you charge for wedding pictures?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S2.mp3\">What is included in your wedding package?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S3.mp3\">How many years of experience do you have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S4.mp3\">How many weddings have you worked on?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S5.mp3\">Do you have samples of wedding pictures you took that I can look at?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S6.mp3\">Do you use both color and black and white film?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S7.mp3\">Do you provide video service in your wedding package?</a>\"</span><br><br>You also need to prepare for the dress for yourself and the dresses for your maid of honor and brides maid. Usually this is done talking with friends and family.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S8.mp3\">What color do you think we should get for the brides maid dresses?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S9.mp3\">What color dress do you think will go well with purple and white roses?</a>\"</span><br><br>Candle lighters are another person in the wedding party. You might need to get a dress for that person as well.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S10.mp3\">Should we have the same dress for the candle lighter or a different dress?</a>\"</span><br><br>The men need to get a tuxedo. Usually you find a tux shop and they take care of the rest. Only instructions you need to give to the best man and grooms men is the location of the place.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S11.mp3\">Make sure you go into the Black Tie tuxedo shop next week and get your size measured.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L94/sentence/L94S12.mp3\">Go to the tux shop and pick up your tuxedo on the 14th.</a>\"</span><br><br>I don't know the rule for who pays for the tux or the dress. I've seen it both ways. In some weddings, the people wearing the dress or tux pays for it, and in other weddings, I've seen the wedding couple pay for everything.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=653\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=655\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1034",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That guy is <b>good for nothing</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Good for Nothing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Negative statement to indicate someone has no value; useless<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Another way to look at this statement is to say \"There is nothing good about that person.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S1.mp3\">That guy is <b>good for nothing</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S2.mp3\">That girl is a <b>good for nothing</b> troublemaker.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S3.mp3\">I would not let anything he says bother you, he is <b>good for nothing</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S4.mp3\">How come you don't like Tim hanging out with Mike?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S5.mp3\">Mike is <b>good for nothing</b>. He is always is in some sort of trouble.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S6.mp3\">He is no good.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P87/sentence/P87S7.mp3\">He is worthless.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1033\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1035\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=655",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/655-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Wedding Process - Gifts and Reception         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/655-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In some cultures, wedding present is usually given in the form of money. In America, money is rarely given among friends. Family might provide financial support, but for presents, it is always a gift bought at a store. In order to prevent duplicate gifts or gifts that you don't want, many stores such as The Bon, provide a wedding registry. You go and pick all the things you want and they enter it into a computer. You tell everyone in the invitation you sent out that the gift registry is at The Bon. They will go to The Bon and print out a list of what you have selected. If someone bought it already, then that item will not show up.<br><br>This is a way to get what you need and makes it easier for the people buying you gifts.<br><br>In the store, you simply tell the person:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S1.mp3\">I'm going to get married in June and I would like my registry here.</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are a person buying a present, then you can ask,<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S2.mp3\">My friend is getting married and they registered here. Where can I get a list of presents they selected?</a>\"</span><br><br>After the church is selected, the flowers have been ordered, and the photographer is reserved, then you have to practice. The wedding party usually meets at the church a day or two before the wedding and rehearses the coming day's event. After the rehearsal, a rehearsal dinner should be provided.<br><br>Don't forget about the reception. You have to plan for a reception after the wedding. Usually it is a meal at a different location or at the church. Again, this is all dependent on how much you can afford. An open bar is also an option that many people like. An open bar is a bar that people can order drinks for free.<br><br>Now that we looked through the process of a wedding, let's work on a few sentences friends say to each other before and during the busy wedding process.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S3.mp3\">Planning for a wedding is so time consuming. I don't know if I can finish everything on time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S4.mp3\">I'm getting so stressed out. It feels like there are a hundred different things to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S5.mp3\">I think I'm almost done with my wedding plans. Although I'm relieved, I now feel anxious about the wedding.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S6.mp3\">Did you help your fiancé plan for the wedding?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S7.mp3\">You made her do all the work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S8.mp3\">My boyfriend was so helpful. He literally did most of the planning.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S9.mp3\">Are you going to have the reception at the church or did you reserve another place?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S10.mp3\">How much did your wedding cost?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L95/sentence/L95S11.mp3\">How much was the reception?</a>\"</span><br><br>A wedding is much larger and requires much more planning than I described here. I primarily covered the larger items in a broad way. This is to give you an idea and a starting point. If you have additional questions or specific requests, feel free to ask.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=654\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=656\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>You're telling me</b>, that book was one of the best I've ever read.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You're Telling Me         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Agreeing with someone<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: In a statement form, this is agreeing with someone. In a question form, it can be a sarcastic remark related to hypocrisy. For example, a person who is fat tells a less fat person, A: \"You need to go on a diet.\" B: \"You're telling me?\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S1.mp3\"><b>You're telling me</b>, that book was one of the best I've ever read.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S2.mp3\"><b>You're telling me</b>, I already knew that was going to happen if he did not listen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S3.mp3\"><b>You're telling me</b>, if she keeps it up she will lose 20 pounds.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S4.mp3\">She sure is a good teacher.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S5.mp3\"><b>You're telling me</b>! She taught me everything I know.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S6.mp3\">That girl sure is beautiful.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S7.mp3\"><b>You're telling me</b>. She is the hottest girl in our school!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br>Semi sarcastic way of saying, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P88/sentence/P88S8.mp3\">I agree with you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1034\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1036\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/656-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Honeymoon         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/656-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Honeymoon is a small vacation two married people go to right after the wedding. It doesn't have to be right after the wedding though. I know some people who hold off the honeymoon until the summer, or if they are in school, until school is complete.<br><br>Discussing with your partner where to go for the honeymoon<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S1.mp3\">Where should we go for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S2.mp3\">Where do you want to go for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S3.mp3\">Did you have a place in mind for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S4.mp3\">How many days should we go for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S5.mp3\">Do you think a week is good enough for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S6.mp3\">How much should we plan on using for our honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Answering</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S7.mp3\">I want to go somewhere to relax.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S8.mp3\">I was thinking about Hawaii or the Bahamas. What do you think?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S9.mp3\">I wouldn't mind going to Europe.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S10.mp3\">What do you think about New York? I have never been there and there is a lot to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S11.mp3\">I think Australia would be great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S12.mp3\">I'm pretty much open to anything. Where did you have in mind?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S13.mp3\">I can only take 5 more days off from work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S14.mp3\">I can only go for a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S15.mp3\">The longer the better. I wouldn't mind going for 10 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S16.mp3\">How about 2 weeks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S17.mp3\">Let's go for 6 nights and 7 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S18.mp3\">How about 3 nights and 4 days.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S19.mp3\">I think we will need about two thousand dollars for our honeymoon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S20.mp3\">Depending on what we are going to do, but we will need a minimum of three thousand dollars.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S21.mp3\">I think we need about five thousand dollars for our honeymoon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L96/sentence/L96S22.mp3\">We only have two thousand dollars so we have to go somewhere inexpensive.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=655\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=657\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I wish Terry would <b>get a life</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Get a Life         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A negative way of telling someone to stop bothering you; to tell someone to stop being a loser<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a rude statement, so please be careful how you use this. It can be similar to saying \"f**k off\" to someone.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S1.mp3\">I wish Terry would <b>get a life</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S2.mp3\">Would you stop bothering me and <b>get a life</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S3.mp3\">Come on! <b>Get a life</b> and start taking care of yourself.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S4.mp3\">I noticed that man was bothering you. What did you say to him?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S5.mp3\">I told him to <b>get a life</b> and quit bothering people he does not know!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S6.mp3\">Go bother someone else.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P89/sentence/P89S7.mp3\">Start paying attention to other matters that are more important.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1035\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1037\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/657-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Honeymoon - Planning         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/657-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Planning on what to do</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S1.mp3\">Let's plan on what we are going to do when we get there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S2.mp3\">What should we do everyday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S3.mp3\">We should make a daily plan so we have things to do everyday.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S4.mp3\">Why don't you make a list of things you want to do and I'll do the same. We'll try to do all of them while we are there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S5.mp3\">I'm pretty much open to anything, but I want to at least go jet skiing, scuba diving, and golfing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S6.mp3\">I don't care if we do anything. I just want to relax and have good dinners with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S7.mp3\">Let's just lock ourselves in the room for 5 days.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S8.mp3\">I want to go to some of the local restaurants.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S9.mp3\">I want to try horseback riding while we are there. I wouldn't mind taking a couple of surfing lessons also.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L97/sentence/L97S10.mp3\">I want to take a lot of pictures while we are there. So don't forget to bring the camera.</a>\"</span><br><br>To learn about booking a flight and making hotel reservations, please refer to the traveler's guide. I cover everything you need to know about getting airline tickets and hotel rooms.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=656\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=658\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1037",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>He told me she likes me but I said <b>don't joke with me</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Don't Joke With Me         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when asking someone to be serious<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Joke\" is defined as something that is said to cause amusement. In this phrase, the person does not find it funny because that person is involved in some way. So they can ask the person to be serious using this phrase.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S1.mp3\">He told me she likes me but I said <b>don't joke with me</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S2.mp3\">My sister told me I was in trouble and I told her <b>don't joke with me</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S3.mp3\">He said I had won a million dollars and I said <b>don't joke with me</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S4.mp3\">I heard that Dave asked the new girl at work out on a date.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S5.mp3\"><b>Don't joke with me</b>! You know I really like her.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S6.mp3\">Stop messing around.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P90/sentence/P90S7.mp3\">Please be serious.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1036\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1038\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=658",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/658-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Honeymoon - Conversation before Honeymoon         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/658-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>These sentences are used when talking to a friend before the honeymoon<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S1.mp3\">So where are you going for your honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S2.mp3\">How long is your honeymoon going to be?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S3.mp3\">What are you guys going to do there?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S4.mp3\">When are you leaving for your honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S5.mp3\">How are you guys going to the airport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S6.mp3\">Do you have everything planned out already?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S7.mp3\">We decided to go to Hawaii.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S8.mp3\">We're going to the Greek Islands.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S9.mp3\">We are going to be there for a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S10.mp3\">We're going for 10 days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S11.mp3\">Mostly to relax. The wedding took a lot out of me so I just want to vege out.</a>\"</span><br><br>'Vege out' means to be a vegetable. That means not using the head at all. When you say this, you are saying you don't want to do anything except relax. Another common way to use this is to say, <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S12.mp3\">I'm vege-ing out in front of the TV.</a>\"</span> That means you are watching TV not thinking about anything.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S13.mp3\">We're going the day after the wedding.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S14.mp3\">We're leaving right after the wedding.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S15.mp3\">We're going to the airport after the reception.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S16.mp3\">We're not going on our honeymoon until August. My husband needs to finish a project before taking an extended time off.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S17.mp3\">We're going to go in September because I need to finish summer school first.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S18.mp3\">My parents are going to take us to the airport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S19.mp3\">John agreed to drive us to the airport.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S20.mp3\">I think we have everything planned out. I'm not missing anything am I?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L98/sentence/L98S21.mp3\">We didn't do much planning. I just got the plane tickets and booked a room at the hotel. Besides that, we are just going to wing it.</a>\"</span><br><br>'Wing it' means to play it by ear. Or in other words, do things without planning or do things as they come along.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=657\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=659\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1038",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>I can't thank you enough</b> for all that you have done for me.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Can't Thank You Enough         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To be very thankful<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is commonly used when you feel that simply saying thank you is not enough. If someone did something very special for you, then you are expressing that no words can repay what they did. So this phrase is used to convey this message.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S1.mp3\"><b>I can't thank you enough</b> for all that you have done for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S2.mp3\">Thanks for everything. <b>I can't thank you enough</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S3.mp3\">You were a big help today watching the kids. <b>I can't thank you enough</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S4.mp3\">So how is your car running since I worked on it?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S5.mp3\">It is running great! <b>I can't thank you enough</b>. You were such a big help!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S6.mp3\">I really appreciate all that you have done.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P91/sentence/P91S7.mp3\">Thank you very much!</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1037\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1039\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=659",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/659-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Honeymoon - Conversation after Honeymoon         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/659-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking to a friend after the honeymoon<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S1.mp3\">Did you have a good time on your honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S2.mp3\">How was your honeymoon? Tell me all about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S3.mp3\">How was Hawaii? Do you think I should go there for my honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S4.mp3\">Did you have enough time to do everything you wanted?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S5.mp3\">What was the best thing about your honeymoon?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S6.mp3\">What terrible timing. I got my period right when we arrived. I had a stomach ache for the first two days.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S7.mp3\">Oh man. My wife was sick for the first couple of days. We just stayed in the room watching TV.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S8.mp3\">My honeymoon was great. I had such a good time. The weather was perfect and there was so much to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S9.mp3\">It was perfect. I went swimming, fishing, played some beach volleyball, and we went hiking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S10.mp3\">Hawaii was an awesome place for a honeymoon. We went to 3 different islands and they were all great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S11.mp3\">I would recommend Hawaii as a honeymoon spot to anyone.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S12.mp3\">We only went for 4 days so we couldn't do everything we wanted. We agreed to go back after a couple of years. Kind of like a second honeymoon.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/sentence/L99S13.mp3\">The best night I had was walking down the beach without anyone around. The sun was just setting and it was a beautiful romantic moment.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=658\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=660\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1039",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't agree with what's happening. That's just <b>my two cents</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         My Two Cents         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To give or share your opinion<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This came from the original expression, \"my two pennies worth.\" It has been shortened recently to just \"my two cents.\" This is a way of offering your opinion and saying that is only worth two pennies. It can be seen as a humble way of giving your opinion because you are valuing it at only two cents, but that is not the case these days.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S1.mp3\">I don't agree with what's happening. That's just <b>my two cents</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S2.mp3\">You didn't ask for <b>my two cents</b> but I'll tell you anyway.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S3.mp3\">Just to add <b>my two cents</b>, but I believe changing the design will be a better idea.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S4.mp3\">So you don't think I should spend that much money on a car?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S5.mp3\">You can spend whatever you want but that's <b>my two cents</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S6.mp3\">That's my opinion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P92/sentence/P92S7.mp3\">That's what I think about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1038\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1040\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Honeymoon - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey honey, where do you think we should go for our honeymoon?\"<br>B: \"I always wanted to go to Mexico. Cancun is supposed to be a great place.\"<br>A: \"That sounds pretty good. But how about the Caribbean?\"<br>B: \"That doesn't sound too bad either. Do you know how much it would cost for airfare and hotel?\"<br>A: \"If we go for 5 nights, then the total for airfare and hotel would be about one thousand seven hundred dollars. How much would it be to go to Cancun?\"<br>B: \"I found a deal for only twelve hundred dollars.\"<br>A: \"That's a lot cheaper. Let's go to Cancun then.\"<br>B: \"Really? That sounds great. I picked up a lot of brochures. Let's take a look at all the things we can do.\"<br>A: \"That reminds me. I better make sure my passport is not expired.\"<br>B: \"You better make sure. If it's expired, you have to hurry and renew it.\"<br>A: \"We still have a couple of months. No rush.\"<br>B: \"What do you want to do in Cancun?\"<br>A: \"I want to golf at least one day. And I also want to try surfing. Do they have instructors on the beach?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. This brochure shows lessons and equipment rentals and everything. That shouldn't be a problem. I want to try snorkeling.\"<br>A: \"Do we need to buy snorkeling gear?\"<br>B: \"No. We can just rent it there.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like we're going to have fun.\"<br>B: \"I know. I can't wait. It's going to be so fun.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L99/practice/L99P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Where are you guys going for your honeymoon?\"<br>B: \"We decided on Cancun, Mexico.\"<br>A: \"I've been there before. It's a great place.\"<br>B: \"What did you do there?\"<br>A: \"There is so much to do. It's a big tourist place so there is access to everything.\"<br>B: \"That's good. I'm looking forward to our honeymoon. Especially after all the wedding plans I had to do.\"<br>A: \"How long are you going for?\"<br>B: \"We decided on 6 days. We are leaving on Sunday and returning on Saturday.\"<br>A: \"That should give you plenty of time. Do you have all your travel plans in order?\"<br>B: \"We just booked our flight and got our room. Everything is set.\"<br>A: \"You're going to have so much fun. I'm so jealous.\"<br>B: \"When you get married, you'll have your chance.\"<br>A: \"I need to find a guy first.\"<br>B: \"Where do you want to go for your honeymoon?\"<br>A: \"Since I've been to Mexico and Hawaii before, I want to go to Australia.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. It's a little out of our budget so we didn't even consider Australia.\"<br>A: \"For the price, Cancun is one of the best so don't have any regrets. It is a great place. So do you have a ride to the airport?\"<br>B: \"My brother is going to drop us off.\"<br>A: \"Looks like everything is set. Just make sure to take a camera. I know many people who forgot to take a camera on their honeymoon.\"<br>B: \"Will do. Thanks.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=659\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=661\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1040",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I will help you with whatever you need, <b>just name it</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Just Name It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to express that you are offering to do or give anything the other person asks<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: A shortened way of saying, \"tell me anything you want or need.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S1.mp3\">I will help you with whatever you need, <b>just name it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S2.mp3\">We can do whatever you want, <b>just name it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S3.mp3\"><b>Just name it</b> and we can do it.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S4.mp3\">There is so much to get done today.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S5.mp3\">I will help you with whatever you need. <b>Just name it</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S6.mp3\">Anything you need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P93/sentence/P93S7.mp3\">Tell me what you need and I'll do it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1039\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1041\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=661",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/661-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Married Life         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/661-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When we talk about married life, we talk about the good and the bad. In this lesson, I will teach you the English you need to know to communicate how you feel about your married life. If you are not married, then at least you can learn this lesson to speak about your opinions on your friends married life.<br><br>We will not go into detail about conversation between married couple. Mostly, couples talk about the same thing in a routine. But when you talk to friends, it's very different.<br><br><b>Girl talking to friends</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S1.mp3\">How is married life?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S2.mp3\">How is your husband doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S3.mp3\">What do you guys do for fun?</a>\"</span><br><br>Some responses I've heard<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S4.mp3\">I love my married life. My husband and I get a long so well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S5.mp3\">He is so helpful. He does the dishes for me and helps me around the house a lot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S6.mp3\">It was fun in the beginning, but now we are in a regular routine.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S7.mp3\">Everything is great, but he's a little lazy. One time he was watching TV and he called me when I was in the kitchen and asked me to get the remote control for him that was 6 feet away.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S8.mp3\">All he does is watch TV. I don't understand how a person can watch so much television.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S9.mp3\">Since we're both working, we don't have much time for each other. But we get to spend the weekend together and that is always good.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S10.mp3\">Since I'm working also, we go out to eat a lot because I don't have time to cook.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S11.mp3\">My husband is working at a consulting firm. He is always at work. I get bored a lot so I'm trying to find some hobbies.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S12.mp3\">My husband works at Microsoft. He gets home late and when he comes home, he's too tired to do anything. I'm thinking about starting a career because I have so much extra time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L100/sentence/L100S13.mp3\">My husband is in school right now. He's finishing his PHD.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=660\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=662\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>No worries</b>, we can get it done tomorrow.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         No Worries         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell the person not to worry about it; also used to say you're welcome<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is very commonly in both regular daily life and in the work place. It can be used after an apology or after someone says thank you. In both cases, it is telling the person that the event was no big deal and it does not require an apology or a thank you.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S1.mp3\"><b>No worries</b>, we can get it done tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S2.mp3\"><b>No worries</b>, I didn't need it after all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S3.mp3\"><b>No worries</b>, I need to go to bed early anyways.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S4.mp3\">I'm sorry for picking you up later than we planned.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S5.mp3\">No worries. We still have time to get there.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S6.mp3\">Thanks for giving me a ride to work today.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S7.mp3\"><b>No worries</b>. I was heading this direction anyways.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S8.mp3\">Don't worry about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S9.mp3\">It's OK.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P94/sentence/P94S10.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1040\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1042\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Married Life - Talking to Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/662-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Guys talking to friends</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S1.mp3\">So who's the man of the house?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S2.mp3\">How are you enjoying married life?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S3.mp3\">Why don't you ever come out any more?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S4.mp3\">What advice would you give to someone who is getting married?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S5.mp3\">There are a lot of great things I am enjoying about my married life. She does the cooking, the laundry, and the cleaning. What else can I ask for?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S6.mp3\">I wish she would cook more often. I'm sick of eating out so much.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S7.mp3\">She's always busy with work. It's not a bad thing. But sometimes I get bored.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S8.mp3\">I get a lot of free time because my wife is working.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S9.mp3\">Since we don't have kids, and my wife is staying at home, she always complains about being bored.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S10.mp3\">The only problem is that I can't go out that often anymore.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S11.mp3\">I miss hanging out with the guys.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S12.mp3\">She doesn't let me in the kitchen. She does all the cooking and the dishes. She's so good to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S13.mp3\">It took some time to adjust in the beginning, but after getting used to it, I'm really enjoying my marriage.</a>\"</span><br><br>Where ever there is a marriage, the topic of kids always comes up.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S14.mp3\">When are you going to have kids?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S15.mp3\">Are you guys planning on having a kid anytime soon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S16.mp3\">Aren't your parents giving you any pressure to have kids?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S17.mp3\">Do you want a boy or a girl?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S18.mp3\">What month do you want to have a baby?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S19.mp3\">We don't plan on having kids for a couple of years.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S20.mp3\">We'll probably have a kid next spring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S21.mp3\">I want to get financially stable before having a kid.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S22.mp3\">My parents are always asking when we are going to have a kid.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S23.mp3\">My parents really want for us to get pregnant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S24.mp3\">I don't know if I want a baby yet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S25.mp3\">We got a honeymoon baby.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S26.mp3\">My wife is already pregnant.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L101/sentence/L101S27.mp3\">We're going to have our first child in September.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=661\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=663\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Why so blue</b>, is everything ok?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Why so Blue?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Asking someone why they are so sad.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The \"blue\" in this phrase is the same \"blue\" of being sad.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S1.mp3\"><b>Why so blue</b>, is everything ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S2.mp3\">You look so depressed. <b>Why so blue</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S3.mp3\"><b>Why so blue?</b> Did he hurt your feelings?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S4.mp3\">You seem a bit sad, <b>why so blue</b>?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S5.mp3\">My girlfriend and I got into an argument and I'm sad.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S6.mp3\">Why are you so sad?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P95/sentence/P95S7.mp3\">Why do you look depressed?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1041\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1043\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=663",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/663-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Married Life - Talking about a Friend         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/663-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking about a friends marriage<br>There are some terminologies used when a man is controlled by his wife. For example, if a friend cannot come out because the wife said no, or if he needs to get permission for everything, then these words apply to him.<br><br>Attached to a ball and chain - Ball and Chain refers to the wife. The ball and chain is the old type of device used to lock somebody up. You put a chain around the leg that has a large heavy metal ball attached to it so they cannot move.<br><br>Here are some example sentences:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L102/sentence/L102S1.mp3\">Ever since he got married, he has been imprisoned in his house. He never comes out anymore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L102/sentence/L102S3.mp3\">Calling the ball and chain already? You've only been out for a couple of hours.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L102/sentence/L102S4.mp3\">You got to get that ball and chain off your leg man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L102/sentence/L102S5.mp3\">It's obvious who the man of their house is.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=662\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=664\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1043",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Can you pull the car over at a rest stop as soon as you can? <b>Nature calls</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Nature Calls         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: This is used when you have to go to the bathroom. Usually referred to pee (#1) and not poop (#2).<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Having to go pee is natural. So it became popular to say \"nature calls\" instead of saying, \"I need to go pee.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S1.mp3\">Can you pull the car over at a rest stop as soon as you can? <b>Nature calls</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S2.mp3\">I have to go to the restroom. <b>Nature calls</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S3.mp3\">That little boy is crossing his legs, <b>nature must be calling</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S4.mp3\">I should not have drunk all that water before we got into the car.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S5.mp3\">Why? What's wrong?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S6.mp3\">We just left and <b>nature is already calling</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S7.mp3\">I need to go to the restroom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P96/sentence/P96S8.mp3\">I need to pee.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1042\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1044\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/664-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Married Life - Cheating         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/664-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Affair and cheating</b><br><br>In a marriage, having an affair and cheating on one another is a topic we'll discuss. Hopefully in your marriage you won't need to discuss this. But use this as a reference for when you see it on TV or something.<br><br><b>Accusing</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S1.mp3\">Where were you last night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S2.mp3\">Why does your shirt smell like perfume?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S3.mp3\">Who is the person that keeps calling you at night?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S4.mp3\">You've been acting strange lately? Are you having an affair?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S5.mp3\">Are you seeing someone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S6.mp3\">Are you cheating on me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S7.mp3\">Who was the girl I saw you with at Starbucks?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S8.mp3\">How long have you been seeing her?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S9.mp3\">How long have you been sleeping with her?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S10.mp3\">I can't believe you would do this to me!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S11.mp3\">I don't understand why you would throw away our marriage like that.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S12.mp3\">Why did you do it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S13.mp3\">What did I do to deserve this?</a>\"</span><br><br>Talking about a married couple with cheating problems<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S14.mp3\">I think they are going to get divorced. Josh caught his wife cheating with another guy from work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S16.mp3\">He should have been more careful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S17.mp3\">I think she is having an affair with her boss. Her husband has no idea what is going on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S18.mp3\">It's so obvious that she's sleeping with the boss. They go out together so often.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S19.mp3\">If she wasn't sleeping with him, I think she would get fired. She is incompetent at what she does.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/sentence/L103S20.mp3\">You know that girl from the strip club? Zack is sleeping with her and his wife doesn't even have a clue.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=663\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=665\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1044",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You're in a bad mood today. <b>What's eating you</b>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         What's Eating You?         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to ask someone what's bothering them<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When something is eating at you, it is consuming your thoughts, time, and energy. It makes you depressed and you suffer from it. This phrase is asking someone who looks depressed why they are not happy.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S1.mp3\">You're in a bad mood today. <b>What's eating you</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S2.mp3\">It seems like something is wrong. <b>What's eating you</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S3.mp3\"><b>What's eating you</b>? You don't seem like yourself.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S4.mp3\">You seem really upset. <b>What's eating you?</b></a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S5.mp3\">My mom told me I cannot go out with you guys because we already have plans.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S6.mp3\">That's ok. There's always next time.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S7.mp3\">What's bothering you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P97/sentence/P97S8.mp3\">What is troubling you?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1043\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1045\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=665",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Married Life - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jane. How are you doing these days?\"<br>B: \"Hi Martha. Everything is perfect.\"<br>A: \"Are you enjoying married life?\"<br>B: \"It couldn't be better. My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky. I hope to get married to a guy like that.\"<br>B: \"I'm so happy. Even though we are both working, we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends.\"<br>A: \"Do you guys do anything special?\"<br>B: \"In the evening, we just sit and talk over dinner. But on the weekend, we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant, or go to a nice cafe.\"<br>A: \"Sounds like everything is great.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L103/practice/L103P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Stacy. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"I'm pretty tired these days.\"<br>A: \"Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?\"<br>B: \"I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends.\"<br>A: \"How about your husband? Does he help much?\"<br>B: \"Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that?\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it?\"<br>A: \"That's crossing the line.\"<br>B: \"Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do?\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=664\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=666\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=666",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/666-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Health - Dating - Marriage Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/666-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Up until now, we have covered quite a bit. If you have made it this far, I want to congratulate you for your persistence. There are no cutting corners in learning English so you should take it step by step and learn all the material I am presenting. So let's move forward and review what we have learned so far.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=665\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=667\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1045",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You know better than to do that, <b>shame on you</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shame on You         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that they did something wrong<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Having \"shame\" is very negative. This is frequently used to tell children that they did something wrong.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S1.mp3\">You know better than to do that, <b>shame on you</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S2.mp3\">I thought I asked you not to make a mess? <b>Shame on you</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S3.mp3\"><b>Shame on you</b>, you know not to eat so much candy before dinner.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S4.mp3\">Did you tell a lie to your sister?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S5.mp3\">Yes daddy. I did.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S6.mp3\">Well <b>shame on you</b>. You know better than to do something like that.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S7.mp3\">You should be ashamed of yourself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P98/sentence/P98S8.mp3\">What you did was wrong.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1044\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1046\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=667",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Health Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Samantha. You've been so busy lately. What have you been up to?\"<br>B: \"Hey Jackie. I started dating this cute guy and decided to start exercising.\"<br>A: \"You're not out of shape. You look fine.\"<br>B: \"Well, this guy I am seeing is a personal trainer and he has a perfect body. Compared to him, I need some work.\"<br>A: \"How long have you seen him?\"<br>B: \"We've been together for about a month and a half.\"<br>A: \"Did you sleep with him yet?\"<br>B: \"Not yet. But before I get into bed with him, I want to look fit.\"<br>A: \"That's not the greatest reason to exercise, but I guess it is a valid one.\"<br>B: \"How about you? Anything new in your life?\"<br>A: \"My father is a little ill. He has been to the doctor's quite a bit lately but they don't know what is wrong with him. He complains about stomach pains a lot these days.\"<br>B: \"I'm sorry to hear that. Any idea what could have caused it?\"<br>A: \"He says it is because he didn't take care of himself when he was young. That's why I want to start thinking about my health.\"<br>B: \"I think it is important to take care of yourself while you are young too. Even though my reasons are not the best, at least I am working on it.\"<br>A: \"How are your parents doing?\"<br>B: \"They're doing great. I'm thankful that they are healthy.\"<br>A: \"That's good to hear. Well, I gotta get running now. I'll catch you later.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Send my regards to your father.\"<br>A: \"I will. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Wow Billy. Looks like you lost a lot of weight. I could hardly recognize you.\"<br>B: \"Thanks. I've been on a diet for about 6 months. I'm going to ask Rachel to marry me soon and I want to be mentally and physically healthy.\"<br>A: \"What does being overweight have anything to do with marriage? If you love each other, that's enough right?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but I want to show her how much she means to me, and this is one way of proving it. I'm changing for the better.\"<br>A: \"Good for you. Hey, when do you plan on proposing to her?\"<br>B: \"I think I am going to propose to her on our 2 year anniversary.\"<br>A: \"Is she expecting it, or will it be a surprise?\"<br>B: \"I think she expects me to ask her one of these days, but not anytime soon.\"<br>A: \"You sure you want to settle down already? You're only 25 years old.\"<br>B: \"Yeah, I didn't think I would get married until I was 30, but when you know she is the one, why wait.\"<br>A: \"That's true. Hey, I hope everything works out. You're going to invite me to your wedding right?\"<br>B: \"Of course man.\"<br>A: \"Gosh, I'm still shocked how much weight you lost. You're getting real skinny now.\"<br>B: \"I am working on a six pack now. I have two lines starting to show up. I've been spending a lot of time at the gym. It is hard work, but I feel so good after working out.\"<br>A: \"Where do you work out?\"<br>B: \"I have a membership at Bally's. It's not too expensive and I like all the equipment they have.\"<br>A: \"I've been thinking about joining a gym. Are they having any specials right now?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, they do. They have free enrollment and first month free. You should come by. I'll show you around. I can take in a guest so you can try it out before signing up.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Let's go this Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Cool. I'll call you in the morning.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey John. Who was that girl I saw you with last Friday night?\"<br>B: \"Oh. That was Jessica. She's a girl I met the other week.\"<br>A: \"I thought you were seeing Patty?\"<br>B: \"No. We broke up a couple weeks ago.\"<br>A: \"Are you getting pretty serious with this new girl?\"<br>B: \"She's not long term. Just someone to chill with.\"<br>A: \"Ah... so you are boning her.\"<br>B: \"Damn right. But we don't have much in common. Oh well. At least we are compatible in bed.\"<br>A: \"She had a nice figure. You sure it's not going to work out?\"<br>B: \"It works out well in bed, but if you try to have a conversation with her, it just dies out fast.\"<br>A: \"At least she is good for one thing. Ha ha ha.\"<br>B: \"How about you? You've been seeing Heidi for a long time now. When are you going to tie the knot?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. She's been bugging me about marriage, but I don't see the need to rush it.\"<br>B: \"You guys have been seeing each other for like 3 years haven't you?\"<br>A: \"Actually, it's been more than 4 years already.\"<br>B: \"Wow. That's a long time. Any problems with having a girlfriend for that long?\"<br>A: \"Not really. It gets a little boring at times, but we grew to be great friends. I can totally be myself around her.\"<br>B: \"I think that is the best type of relationships. Good for you.\"<br>A: \"Well, if you put it that way.\"<br>B: \"I would love to be in your situation. You have a beautiful girl that you are in love with, and you are perfect for each other. What else do you want?\"<br>A: \"Maybe a little more excitement.\"<br>B: \"So would you give up your girlfriend for what I have? A little excitement here and there? You can't have both you know. Unless you're a cheating dog.\"<br>A: \"I don't think I can go behind her back. We have a trusting relationship I don't want to risk.\"<br>B: \"Now you're making some sense.\"<br>A: \"It's always good talking to you man. You make me feel better.\"<br>B: \"Likewise. That's what friends are for right?\"<br>A: \"So you coming out to play basketball this Saturday?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'll be there.\"<br>A: \"Alright. I'll catch you then.\"<br>B: \"Alright man. Later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4 </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L104/practice/L104P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Stephanie. Guess what?\"<br>B: \"What?\"<br>A: \"Robert asked me to marry him. We're getting married.\"<br>B: \"Congratulations. I'm so happy for you. So when is the big day?\"<br>A: \"We haven't set the date exactly, but it looks like it will be sometime in July.\"<br>B: \"How did he propose to you?\"<br>A: \"On Valentines day, he got me a present. I thought it was an ordinary Valentines day present, but when I opened it, it was this big diamond ring. Right then, he got on his knees and proposed.\"<br>B: \"That's so cool. So you really got surprised?\"<br>A: \"We talked about marriage a little, but I never knew he was serious.\"<br>B: \"You are going to be busy with wedding plans. But you have several months to prepare for it.\"<br>A: \"It's going to be pretty hectic for me. So I'm going to need some help. First of all, I was wondering if you would like to be my maid of honor.\"<br>B: \"I would be honored.\"<br>A: \"So you're going to help me with the planning right?\"<br>B: \"Of course. How many bridesmaids are you going to have?\"<br>A: \"Three. So we will have a total of four.\"<br>B: \"Let me guess. Susan, Tina, and Cindy.\"<br>A: \"Close. I'm going to have Cindy as the candle lighter. The third bridesmaid is going to be Lydia. She is a good friend from church.\"<br>B: \"I know her. She's sweet. I'll make sure we have the best wedding for you.\"<br>A: \"I hope so. I appreciate your help.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=666\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=669\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Hang in there</b>. I am sure things will work out in the end.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hang In There         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone to not give up; to be persistent; to not lose hope<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Another term that is often used is \"hanging by a thread.\" In both phrases, the word \"hang\" is referring to holding to something. If you are holding on to a branch, then letting go indicates that you fall down and fail. Hanging by a thread is barely holding on. So when you tell someone to \"hang in there,\" you are telling them to not let go and keep on fighting even though it is hard.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S1.mp3\"><b>Hang in there</b>. I am sure things will work out in the end.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S2.mp3\">I know things are tough right now, just <b>hang in there</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S3.mp3\"><b>Hang in there</b>. Things will get a lot better.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S4.mp3\">Work is not going well right now. They are talking about laying people off soon.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S5.mp3\">Just try and <b>hang in there</b> and hopefully things get better.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S6.mp3\">Be patient.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S7.mp3\">Don't lose hope.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P99/sentence/P99S8.mp3\">Keep going, don't give up.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1045\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1047\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #27         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What was the obvious clue Mike gave to Pam regarding a possible proposal?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Gave her a watch<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Asked her what type of ring she likes<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Showed her a wedding catalog<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Acted silly and cute around her<br><br>2. How does the other girl feel after breaking up with Brad?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She is a little depressed<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> She is actually feeling good<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> She doesn't have any feelings right now<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> She hated Brad, so she is happy<br><br>3. What was her biggest complaint about Brad?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He was boring and didn't like to go out<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He was too wild and wanted to party all the time<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He was a romantic that wasn't very realistic<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He was too weird wanting to go on walks down the beach all the time<br><br>4. Where are the ladies going to find a guy?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Going to a bar this Friday night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Going to a club this Saturday night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Going to the library tomorrow night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Going to the mall after school<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Asked her what type of ring she likes<br>2. She is actually feeling good<br>3. He was boring and didn't like to go out<br>4. Going to the club this Saturday night         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What did Mike get you for your birthday Pam?\"<br>B: \"He got me a watch. See.\"<br>A: \"That's beautiful. He must have spent a fortune on it.\"<br>B: \"He's so great. I think he might propose pretty soon.\"<br>A: \"How do you know? Did he give you any clues?\"<br>B: \"He took me to a jewelry store and asked me what type of rings I like. It was a little obvious, but at least I got to pick the one I wanted.\"<br>A: \"That's not so romantic?\"<br>B: \"He was never romantic. Silly and cute, but not romantic. I like all his quirkiness. He always makes me laugh.\"<br>A: \"I guess you can't ask for much more than that.\"<br>B: \"How is it going with you and Brad?\"<br>A: \"We broke up a week ago.\"<br>B: \"I'm sorry to hear that. What happened?\"<br>A: \"I think we both just started to grow apart. I wasn't surprised.\"<br>B: \"Are you doing ok?\"<br>A: \"Actually, I'm feeling great. I guess I needed some freedom.\"<br>B: \"Have you started seeing other guys yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet, but I when I meet a decent guy, I wouldn't mind dating again.\"<br>B: \"What kind of guy are you looking for?\"<br>A: \"Although my relationship with Brad wasn't that bad, I want a guy who likes to go out more. Brad always spent all his time studying and researching for school. It was quite boring.\"<br>B: \"You definitely need a guy who likes to have fun.\"<br>A: \"I wouldn't mind dating a romantic guy. Maybe I'm dreaming, but a nice walk down the beach, or dancing in the moonlight would be something I would love to do.\"<br>B: \"Hey. There are guys like that. All you have to do is find the right one.\"<br>A: \"But that's the hard part. I always fall for the guy who is smart. And then after a couple of months, I get bored.\"<br>B: \"Doesn't a tall, good looking guy turn you on?\"<br>A: \"Not really. What should I do?\"<br>B: \"We should go to a club this Saturday and find a smart romantic guy. How does that sound?\"<br>A: \"That sounds like a plan. Let's do it.\"<br>B: \"Great. I'll see you at nine then.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=325\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=327\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't have any money so can I get an <b>I owe you</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Owe You         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Similar to giving someone a debt coupon<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The literal meaning is exactly as it appears. However, this expression is merging all the words together to create a noun phrase. The closest meaning is a debt coupon. The coupon would be a piece of paper that would be a promise to pay back what was borrowed.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S1.mp3\">I don't have any money so can I get an <b>I owe you</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S2.mp3\">I'll need an <b>I owe you</b> because I don't have any money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S3.mp3\">I used up an <b>I owe you</b> already so he won't let me borrow again!</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S4.mp3\">Do you want to grab a steak tonight?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S5.mp3\">I'd love to, but I won't have any money until payday?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S6.mp3\">I'll give you an <b>I owe you</b> until you get your paycheck!</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S7.mp3\">Thanks man. I appreciate that.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S8.mp3\">Can I borrow it from you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P100/sentence/P100S9.mp3\">Can I pay you back later?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1046\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1048\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=327",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #28         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Mike is feeling pretty bad right now. What conclusion can we draw from this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He hasn't experienced many break ups<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He is down to earth<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He is going to win her back<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He is going to take a quarter off from school<br><br>2. What is a true statement from this dialog?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The girl broke up with Mike<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Mike broke up with the girl<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> It was a mutual break up<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>3. Why did they end up breaking up?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> She found a different guy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He found a different girl<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They didn't break up<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He was probably over bearing and suffocated her<br><br>4. How many months does Mike have to go through this pain?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Forever<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> 1 month<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> 2 months<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> 4 months<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"aadd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He hasn't experienced many break ups<br>2. The girl broke up with Mike<br>3. He was probably over bearing and suffocated her<br>4. 4 months         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hey Mike. I heard about your break up. You must be devastated.\"<br>B: \"It's more than I can bear. I don't think I can go on.\"<br>A: \"Come on Mike. It's not the end of the world.\"<br>B: \"It's the end of my world. She was everything to me. I loved her so much.\"<br>A: \"I remember my first break up. I remember it was the hardest thing I ever went through. So I know it must be really tough right now.\"<br>B: \"Every night, I cry myself to sleep. Can you believe that I actually cry everyday?\"<br>A: \"It's normal to cry. You shouldn't feel bad about it. It's the only way to let it out.\"<br>B: \"How long will I feel like this? How long is the pain going to last?\"<br>A: \"It's different for everyone, but it took me four months to get over Jessica.\"<br>B: \"Four months... I have to live in hell for four months...\"<br>A: \"But I'm ok now. I moved on and I'm dating other great people. I know you will be better.\"<br>B: \"Why do you think she left me?\"<br>A: \"I really don't know. Some people change and they want to go in different directions.\"<br>B: \"But I loved her so much. I loved her more than anything in this world. She was my world.\"<br>A: \"I know you love her.\"<br>B: \"I don't think I'll be able to love anyone again.\"<br>A: \"I thought that too. I thought Jessica was the only person I would ever love. But it changes. It really does. You'll get better and become a stronger person.\"<br>B: \"I hope so.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=326\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=328\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>He asked for my phone number and I told him to <b>take a hike</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Take a Hike         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone to go away in a negative way<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a negative way of telling someone to go away, but not as bad as \"f**k off.\" This can be used when you hear something that upsets you and you want to make sure the other person knows you are upset.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S1.mp3\">He asked for my phone number and I told him to <b>take a hike</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S2.mp3\">He said he would only give me $200 for my car so I told him to <b>take a hike</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S3.mp3\"><b>Take a hike</b>, I am not interested.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S4.mp3\">So I hear you tried to sell your car?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S5.mp3\">Yes, I had a few people look at it.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S6.mp3\">Did anyone make you an offer?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S7.mp3\">Yes, one guy offered me $200 and I told him to <b>take a hike</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S8.mp3\">Get out of here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P101/sentence/P101S9.mp3\">Go away.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1047\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1049\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=678",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/678-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Baseball         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/678-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Baseball is one the biggest sports in America. It's also popular in many other countries as well. Because of the large popularity, I will dedicate one lesson on baseball so you can be equipped to talk to English speaking people about this sport.<br><br><b>Playing baseball</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S1.mp3\">I like to play baseball. It is my favorite sport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S2.mp3\">I used to play baseball when I was younger.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S3.mp3\">Baseball is a great sport.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S4.mp3\">What position do you play?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S5.mp3\">I play second base.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S6.mp3\">I play shortstop.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S7.mp3\">I play center field.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S8.mp3\">I'm the catcher.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S9.mp3\">I'm a pitcher.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S10.mp3\">What kinds of pitches can you throw?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S11.mp3\">I have a fastball and a curveball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S12.mp3\">I have a pretty good slider.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S13.mp3\">My best pitch is a forkball.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S14.mp3\">I always wanted to learn how to throw a curveball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S15.mp3\">My curveball doesn't curve at all.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S16.mp3\">I love turning double plays.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S17.mp3\">I'm a good hitter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S18.mp3\">My batting average is above 300.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S19.mp3\">I can hit a homerun every now and then.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L114/sentence/L114S20.mp3\">I'm a fast runner so I can steal a lot of bases.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=677\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=680\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Baseball - Topics         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/680-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Topics in baseball</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S1.mp3\">I can't believe how much players make.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S2.mp3\">I don't like Alex Rodriguez because he followed money instead of going to a good team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S3.mp3\">The biggest contract ever was signed by Alex Rodriguez. It was a 10 year deal for two hundred and fifty million dollars.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S4.mp3\">Most good players usually make above five million dollars a year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S5.mp3\">Baseball doesn't have a salary cap. That's why the Yankees are so powerful. They have the money to buy all the good players.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S6.mp3\">I think baseball would be more fair if there was a salary cap.</a>\"</span><br>Although grammatically, fairer is more correct than more fair, it is common to use it this way when speaking. It is based on sound and flow of sentence. Using more in front of fair is emphasizing more.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S7.mp3\">The difference between National league and American league is that the pitcher doesn't bat in American League. They have a designated hitter that bats for the pitcher.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S8.mp3\">It's good that Byung Hyun Kim went to the American league. He wasn't a good batter.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L116/sentence/L116S9.mp3\">Byung Hyun Kim was at a Seattle night club the other weekend.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=678\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=681\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Baseball - Baseball Cards         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/681-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Collecting baseball cards</b><br><br>In America, baseball cards have monetary value depending on how good the player is. So there are some serious baseball card collectors who have thousands of baseball cards. But for the average person, having a couple of baseball cards of your favorite player is good enough. If you want to find a baseball card for a specific player, you can find them at a baseball card store.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L117/sentence/L117S1.mp3\">Do you have any Chan Ho Park cards?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L117/sentence/L117S2.mp3\">I'm looking for Byung Hyun Kim's rookie card.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L117/sentence/L117S3.mp3\">How much is this card worth?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L117/sentence/L117S4.mp3\">What is the value of this card?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L117/sentence/L117S5.mp3\">Do you have a case I can store this card in?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=680\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=682\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Baseball - Equipment         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/682-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Buying baseball equipment</b><br><br>Many stores carry baseball equipment. You can find them at large stores like Fred Myers, or a sporting goods store.<br><br>Cleats - Shoes with large bumps on the bottom to give you better traction in dirt or grass.<br>Baseball - The ball itself.<br>Baseball mitt - The glove worn when playing defense to catch balls.<br>Batting glove - A glove worn while batting.<br>Bats - Aluminum or wood item used to hit the baseball.<br>Pine tar - Sticky material used on a wooden bat so it doesn't slip.<br>Stirrups - A type of sock worn on top of socks that are usually worn as a decoration. It will show colored lines about 3 centimeters thick on each side of the leg.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S1.mp3\">Where is the baseball section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S2.mp3\">Where can I find baseball bats?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S3.mp3\">Where are the baseball mitts?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S4.mp3\">Do you sell pine tar for bats?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S5.mp3\">Do you have children mitts?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S6.mp3\">Where can I find wooden bats?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L118/sentence/L118S7.mp3\">Do you have soft baseballs?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=681\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=683\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Baseball - Amateur League         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/683-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Many people like to play baseball even after growing up. But they are not good enough to play in a professional league, so they have amateur leagues for fun. Most major cities will have recreational league and if you are looking for one, you will need to call up the city. Do a search in the Internet for Parks and Community Services for your city name, or Parks and Recreation. Here is an example on a small city of Lynnwood. In the search engine, I type, 'Lynnwood Parks and Recreation'. You should see some links and they should have phone numbers. Call that number and ask how you can join a baseball team.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S1.mp3\">Hi, I wanted to join an adult baseball league. Do you have these events?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S2.mp3\">When are signups?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S3.mp3\">What process do I need to take to join a team?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S4.mp3\">When does the season start?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S5.mp3\">How much does it cost?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S6.mp3\">What days and times do teams usually play?</a>\"</span><br><br>For most adults, we like to watch baseball, so you might not have to go through the above process. However, when you get a kid, your son might want to play.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S7.mp3\">I'm looking for a baseball league for my 10 year old son. Where can I find information on little league?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/sentence/L119S8.mp3\">Where can I sign up my 8 year old son to play baseball?</a>\"</span><br><br>Most of the time, your son might have friends and they will sign up with your permission. But if you have to find it, you can use the sentences we have learned right above to find a team for your son.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=682\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=684\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Baseball - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What sport do you like the most?\"<br>B: \"I like baseball the best.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Did you play when you were a kid?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I played until I graduated from high school.\"<br>A: \"What position did you play?\"<br>B: \"I think I tried every position, but the last few years, I played third.\"<br>A: \"I hate third base. It's scary when the ball is coming at you so fast.\"<br>B: \"It was scary at first, but after a while, I got used to it. If you have fast reflexes, then it's not really a problem. What position did you play?\"<br>A: \"I played outfield. I hated the infield because I never figured out the bounces.\"<br>B: \"I wish I could play again, but there isn't much opportunities around here.\"<br>A: \"I'm on a softball league. It's not fast pitch, but it's still fun. You wanna join our group?\"<br>B: \"When do you guys play?\"<br>A: \"We play either Tuesdays or Thursdays.\"<br>B: \"Sounds pretty fun. I'll come out and join you next time.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L119/practice/L119P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you like to watch baseball?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I follow the Mariners every year.\"<br>A: \"I wonder how they will do this year.\"<br>B: \"I don't know if they have a chance. Did you hear that A-Rod went to the Yankees?\"<br>A: \"I know. Their team was too good even before getting Alex.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. The richest team is usually the best team. They need to put a salary cap to make things fair.\"<br>A: \"I agree. I don't know why they haven't done so already.\"<br>B: \"But don't lose hope too soon. The Yankees don't have a good pitching staff this year. They might end up like the Texas Rangers. Great offense, no pitching.\"<br>A: \"I highly doubt that. Even though they lost Pettite, they still have a decent pitching rotation.\"<br>B: \"We'll see. I hope the Mariners do well this year.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Oh, did you buy any tickets this year?\"<br>B: \"I got a couple of games with Oakland and Boston, but I couldn't get anything with the Yankees.\"<br>A: \"Same here. I went in on the second day and all the tickets with the Yankees were already sold out.\"<br>B: \"There's still plenty of other games though. We should go together one of these days.\"<br>A: \"Sounds good. Let's plan for late June.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=683\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=685\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Basketball         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/685-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Basketball is a great sport to play even after growing up. This is because you don't need so many people to play. Even 4 people is enough to play 2 on 2. We'll cover both playing and watching basketball in this session.<br><br>Here are basic ways to say you want to play basketball.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S1.mp3\">I want to play basketball. We should round up the guys and play.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S2.mp3\">We haven't played basketball in a long time. Let's get something going.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S3.mp3\">When are you guys going to play basketball again?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S4.mp3\">Anybody up for a game of basketball?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S5.mp3\">Let's go down the street and play some basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S6.mp3\">I've been itching to play basketball for a while.</a>\"</span><br><br>Shooting hoops is a terminology a lot of people use when referring to basketball.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S7.mp3\">Let's go shoot some hoops.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S8.mp3\">Do you wanna go shoot some hoops?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S9.mp3\">I'm going to shoot some hoops with the guys. You wanna come?</a>\"</span><br><br>Common expressions about basketball.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S10.mp3\">Basketball is my favorite sport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S11.mp3\">I like to play basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S12.mp3\">I get a good workout playing basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S13.mp3\">At the gym, I play basketball with a lot of guys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S14.mp3\">I'm out of shape to play basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S15.mp3\">Running up and down the court is too tiring for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S16.mp3\">I need to get in shape to play basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S17.mp3\">I'm going to play basketball this weekend.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S18.mp3\">I have a 36 inch vertical.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S19.mp3\">Where do you guys go to play basketball?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L120/sentence/L120S20.mp3\">Are there any basketball courts around here?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=684\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=686\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Basketball - Terminologies         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/686-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Dribbling - Bouncing the ball up and down.<br>Double dribble - When you dribble the ball. Stop dribbling, and then start dribbling again. This is illegal.<br>Traveling - Walking without dribbling the basketball. This is also illegal.<br>Foul (shooting) - A person hitting the body or the arm of the shooter while that person is shooting.<br>Free throw - Taking a free throw shot for 1 point at the line.<br>Technical foul - A bad foul such as arguing with the referee or hitting someone in a bad way. Results in two free throws and regaining possession.<br>Possession - The team with the ball has possession.<br>Slam dunk - Putting the basketball in the hoop without shooting.<br>Lay up - Shooting the basketball right below the hoop<br>3 pointer - Shooting outside the far line around the basketball court that counts as 3 points instead of 2.<br>Shot clock violation - Failing to hit the rim before the 24 second counter expires.<br>3 in the key - When an offensive player stands in the area below the basket for more than 3 seconds. This is a foul.<br>Screen - Using a body to block another player<br>Vertical - The height a person can jump in inches.<br>Air ball - Shooting the basketball and missing the backboard and the rim completely.<br><br>In baseball, umpires are the people calling the strikes and balls and fouls, etc. In basketball, the judges are called referees.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=685\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=687\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Basketball - Talking with Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/687-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking about basketball with friends</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S1.mp3\">I have a friend who can dunk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S2.mp3\">My friend is six five. I saw him dunk with two hands without running.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S3.mp3\">Peter's pretty good. I was playing with him the other day and he worked us all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S4.mp3\">John's a great shooter. Anything within fifteen feet is just about guaranteed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S5.mp3\">My friend Jason is a great 3 point shooter.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S6.mp3\">I can't believe how bad Sean is. Does he know he sucks, or is he clueless?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S7.mp3\">Don't bring out Doug again. He's a ball hog and can't shoot worth crap.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L122/sentence/L122S8.mp3\">He's not a bad player, but a little slow.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=686\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=688\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Basketball - Watching Basketball         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/688-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S1.mp3\">Do you watch the NBA?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S2.mp3\">Do you keep up with basketball on TV?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S3.mp3\">Do you like to watch basketball?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S4.mp3\">Which team do you like the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S5.mp3\">When does basketball season start?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S6.mp3\">Who's your favorite player?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S7.mp3\">Who do you think is the greatest basketball player ever?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S8.mp3\">Do you think Karl Malone is any good?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S9.mp3\">I like watching the Lakers play.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S10.mp3\">I'm a Pistons fan.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S11.mp3\">I try to watch every Rockets game.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S12.mp3\">I don't watch much basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S13.mp3\">I only watch the playoffs.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S14.mp3\">I never got into basketball.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S15.mp3\">Playing basketball is fun, but it's boring watching other people play.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S16.mp3\">I don't watch the Bulls on TV much, but I keep up with them through the newspaper.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L123/sentence/L123S17.mp3\">I only watch the highlights on the sports channel.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=687\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=689\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Basketball - Talking about Kids         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/689-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S1.mp3\">My daughter made her junior high basketball team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S2.mp3\">My son is playing for his high school team.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S3.mp3\">I have to drive my son to basketball practice every Tuesdays and Thursdays.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S4.mp3\">I'm going to watch my daughter's basketball game tomorrow night.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S5.mp3\">Your daughter is pretty athletic. She plays both soccer and basketball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S6.mp3\">Johnny started dribbling the ball since he was 3 years old.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S7.mp3\">Does your son play any other sport besides basketball?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/sentence/L124S8.mp3\">Your kid is quite a basketball player.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=688\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=690\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #29         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why is this person afraid of bee's?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because they sting and it hurts<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because the person had a bad experience when that person was young<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because they are weird looking<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because they make a scary buzzing sound<br><br>2. Where do they usually tell horror stories?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> In the movie theater<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> At a camp fire<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> In a funeral<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Behind the bushes<br><br>3. What is one possible reason this person is afraid of many things?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Watched too many scary movies<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Heard too many horror stories<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Has too much imagination<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Went outside in the dark alone too many times<br><br>4. What recommendation is give to be less scared of things?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To be with many people<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To leave the lights on at night<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To not watch scary movies<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To think more realistically<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bbcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Because the person had a bad experience when that person was young<br>2. At a camp fire<br>3. Has too much imagination<br>4. To think more realistically         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What are you afraid of?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. I used to be scared of a lot of things when I was young, but not anymore.\"<br>A: \"Are you afraid of death?\"<br>B: \"Only if I think about it so much. But death is inevitable, so there is no use thinking about it.\"<br>A: \"How about horror movies?\"<br>B: \"No. I know they're all fake so there is nothing to be afraid of. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I get scared pretty easily. I'm actually frightened of bee's.\"<br>B: \"Really? Why?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. I got stung when I was young and ever since, I've always been afraid of them.\"<br>B: \"What other things are you afraid of?\"<br>A: \"Sitting by the camp fire and telling horror stories is very scary.\"<br>B: \"Wow. You're afraid of many things huh?\"<br>A: \"I guess so. Aren't you afraid of something coming out of the bushes?\"<br>B: \"It's not going to happen. We probably went camping dozens of times and nothing ever came out of the bushes. What makes you think something will?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. I guess I'm terrified at the possibility.\"<br>B: \"If you were realistic, you probably wouldn't be scared of everything. Maybe you have too much imagination.\"<br>A: \"I should try to think more realistically. I'll do that.\"<br>B: \"Good. After awhile, you won't be afraid of so many things.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=327\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=329\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1049",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That test we took was <b>a piece of cake</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's a Piece of Cake         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Describes something that is easy to do.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: In the 1870's, cakes were given as prizes for winning competition. To the winner, it was an easy task. Therefore, \"cake\" started representing something easy. Another phrase that is similar is \"cake walk,\" which also represents something that is easy.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S1.mp3\">That test we took was <b>a piece of cake</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S2.mp3\">I put the whole thing together myself. <b>It was a piece of cake</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S3.mp3\">I told them I had never done this before and they said <b>it would be a piece of cake</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S4.mp3\">So I heard you got an A on your math test.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S5.mp3\">Yeah, <b>it was a piece of cake</b> for me.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S6.mp3\">It's very easy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P102/sentence/P102S7.mp3\">You should have no problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1048\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1050\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Basketball - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L124/practice/L124P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Do you know when basketball season starts?\"<br>B: \"It starts in October. How come?\"<br>A: \"I like to keep up with the Lakers.\"<br>B: \"You keep up with baseball at all?\"<br>A: \"Just a little. Not as much as basketball.\"<br>B: \"Who is your favorite player?\"<br>A: \"Probably Kobe Bryant, but he has too many issues right now.\"<br>B: \"He's a great player, but his recent problem is really affecting his play.\"<br>A: \"Hope everything turns out ok. Do you play/like basketball much?\"<br>B: \"I usually get into it during the playoffs. I'd rather play than watch.\"<br>A: \"I like to watch as much as I like to play. Do you play often?\"<br>B: \"Every now and then with some friends.\"<br>A: \"I usually play twice a week at the health club. It's easy to round up 10 guys during the evening time.\"<br>B: \"That sounds pretty fun. But I'm too out of shape to play full court.\"<br>A: \"I get tired too, but I figure it's good for my health. And I'm having fun at the same time.\"<br>B: \"So you think the Lakers will do good this year?\"<br>A: \"They better. They got a lot of good players now. If Malone can stay healthy, then I don't see how they can be beat.\"<br>B: \"I don't know... I think Sacramento has a strong team this year.\"<br>A: \"True, but I'm pulling for the Lakers all the way. It's going to be a great season.\"<br><br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=689\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=691\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #30         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. What are all the feelings the bored guy is feelings?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Restless and anxious<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Tired and restless<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Anxious and tired<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Tired and bored<br><br>2. What recommendation is given to solve this problem?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Meditate for 30 minutes a day<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Watch more movies<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Rent more DVD's<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Read a book<br><br>3. Is the other guy bored at all?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He is too busy with his son to be bored<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He also gets bored frequently<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He watches a lot of TV so he isn't bored<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br><br>4. How old do you think the son is?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Around 3<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Around 5<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Around 7<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Around 8<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"adab\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Restless and anxious<br>2. Read a book<br>3. He is too busy with his son to be bored<br>4. Around 5         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"How are you feeling these days?\"<br>B: \"I don't know. A little bored and restless I guess.\"<br>A: \"Why is that?\"<br>B: \"I have so much time on my hands and I have nothing to do.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you go out and have fun?\"<br>B: \"I would like to, but I have to save some money so I can't go out all the time.\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"After awhile, I start to feel anxious.\"<br>A: \"Try relaxing and reading a good book. That's always a good way to kill time.\"<br>B: \"That's true. How about you? How are you these days?\"<br>A: \"I'm doing pretty good these days. My kid just finished kindergarten. I'm so proud of him.\"<br>B: \"That's great to hear. He must be big now. It's been a year since I saw your son.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. He grew a lot in the last year.\"<br>B: \"I bet you're very proud of your son.\"<br>A: \"Yes I am. Thanks.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=328\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=330\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=691",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/691-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Football         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/691-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Football is referred to as soccer in most countries, but in America, football is different than soccer. That is why I sometimes refer to football as American football. American football is not popular worldwide yet, but it's very popular in America. The Superbowl is the most watched sports event. To buy commercial time during the Superbowl is the most expensive.<br><br>In this lesson, I'll give you some pointers on having a football conversation, and I will also explain some rules. Let's start with the rules first because not everyone will know them. I will not be too specific because this isn't a lesson on football rules. Rather, I will give a brief description so you have an understanding of the game before we move on to the conversation aspect.<br><br>There are eleven players on the field for each side. That means you need 22 people to play an official football game. The point of the game is to reach the other side, which is called the end zone, with the ball. A player can run with the ball, or they can throw the ball to another person.<br><br>Touchdown is worth 6 points.<br><br>If you are close enough but not quite in the end zone, you can kick the ball. That is called a field goal.<br><br>Field goals are worth 3 points.<br><br>After you make a touchdown, you can either kick a ball, similar to a field goal for 1 point or you can run or pass it for 2 points. This is called a two point conversion.<br><br>Quarterback always starts with the ball. He either passes it to a wide receiver, hands off to a running back, or runs the ball himself.<br><br><b>Offense positions:</b><br><br>Center - The person hiking the ball to the quarterback each play.<br>Quarterback - The main person starting with the ball each play. Either passes, hands off, or runs.<br>Running back - The person who runs with the ball. Running backs can catch passes as well.<br>Wide Receivers - The people who run out and catch balls from the quarterback.<br>Tight End - Similar to a wide receiver but blocks a lot as well.<br>Full back - Like a running back who runs with the ball, but mostly blocks for the main running back.<br>Offensive Guard - blocks for the quarterback positioned right next to the Center on each side<br>Offensive Tackle - same as the guard and standing right next to the guard<br><br><b>Defense positions:</b><br><br>Nose Tackle - Person in the middle facing the center<br>Defensive Guard and Tackle - Opposite the offensive guard and tackle<br>Linebacker - People right behind the front line.<br>Cornerbacks - People on the sides of linebackers. Primarily covers the wide receivers and outside running plays.<br>Safety - People behind the cornerbacks who covers wide receiver and passing plays<br><br>The object for the offense is to get in the end zone. The goal of the defense is to prevent the offense from getting in the end zone. A defensive person is always trying to tackle the person who has the ball. If the person goes down to the ground with the ball, then that play is over.<br><br>There are four downs. After four downs, your team no longer has possession of the ball. If you gain 10 yards before the four downs are used, then you start with four downs again.<br><br>Usually on first down, they call it first and ten. That means it is the first down, and I need ten yards to regain first down. If on the first play I only get one yard, then the next down is called second and nine. It is the second play and I need 9 yards more. On the second down, I get 5 yards, then it is third and 4. And on third down if I get 5 more yards, I have succeeded in getting 10 yards, and it is first and 10 once again. You continue to do this until you either get a touch down or get a field goal or fail to reach 10 yards in four plays.<br><br>On the fourth down, your team can punt the ball. Punting the ball is used because you do not think you can get first down and punting the ball would move the other team further away from their end zone, making it harder for them. To punt the ball, a punter grabs the football and kicks it as high and as far as possible.<br><br>There are many other rules, but I think this much explanation will be sufficient to understand a little about American football. Let's move on to speaking about this topic now.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=690\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=692\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Don't worry <b>I'm on my way</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm On My Way         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Common way of telling someone that you are going to the person.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is very straightforward. It is very commonly used.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S1.mp3\">Don't worry <b>I'm on my way</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S2.mp3\">Just be patient, <b>I'm on my way</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S3.mp3\">I got your message saying you needed my help. <b>I'm on my way</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S4.mp3\">I thought you were going to come over right after work?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S5.mp3\">Sorry, I had to stay late. But don't worry <b>I'm on my way</b> home now.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S6.mp3\">I'm coming now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P103/sentence/P103S7.mp3\">I'm currently going there.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1049\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1051\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #31         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How does the friend know how long he has been sitting on the bench?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He told him<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He probably saw him earlier in the same spot<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He does that regularly so he made an assumption<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He asked his friend how long he's been there<br><br>2. What has he been doing on the bench for an hour?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Reading a book<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Texting a bunch of friends on his phone<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Talking to Lucy on the phone<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Thinking about Lucy<br><br>3. What is the relationship between the guy on the bench and Lucy?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are a couple<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are close friends<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are classmates<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They don't know each other<br><br>4. What are his feelings toward Lucy?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> True love<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Likes her as a friend<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Infatuation<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> None of the above<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"bdcc\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. He probably saw him earlier in the same spot<br>2. Thinking about Lucy<br>3. They are classmates<br>4. Infatuation         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"What are you doing here on the bench? You've been here for an hour.\"<br>B: \"I'm just thinking about Lucy. I can't get her out of my mind. I think I'm falling in love.\"<br>A: \"Crazy boy. You barely know her.\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter. I like everything about her. I like the way she talks, the way she walks, her hair and her lips. I would give anything to kiss her.\"<br>A: \"Did you tell her how you feel?\"<br>B: \"No way. I'll scare her away.\"<br>A: \"You won't know until you tell her.\"<br>B: \"Maybe later. But right now, all I can think about is her legs and her face. She is so beautiful.\"<br>A: \"You're wasting your time. At least talk to her. You don't have to tell her how you feel.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I started talking to her in my Poly Sci class. I try to sit next to her as much as I can.\"<br>A: \"That's a start. After awhile, you'll find out if she is everything you make her out to be.\"<br>B: \"It won't matter because I love everything she does.\"<br>A: \"Dude, you're blind as a bat. You're just infatuated with her.\"<br>B: \"These feelings are too strong to be infatuation.\"<br>A: \"We'll see in a couple of weeks. Let's go grab something to eat. You're human aren't you?\"<br>B: \"To think of it, I am a little hungry. Ok. Let's go.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=329\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=331\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Football - General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/692-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S1.mp3\">Do you like football?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S2.mp3\">What do you think about football?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S3.mp3\">Do you keep up with the NFL?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S4.mp3\">Do you keep up with football?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S5.mp3\">Who is your favorite team?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S6.mp3\">Did you play football when you were young?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S7.mp3\">Which player do you like the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S8.mp3\">Who is your favorite player?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S9.mp3\">Football is a brutal sport. It seems so dangerous.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S10.mp3\">Most of the people in football are so big.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S11.mp3\">There are too many injuries in football.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S12.mp3\">Football is so fun to watch.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S13.mp3\">I just started watching football on TV. I kind of get it, but I'm still learning all the rules.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S14.mp3\">In my country we don't have football so I really don't know how to play.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S15.mp3\">We don't have football in my country so I never learned the game.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S16.mp3\">I only watch the Superbowl.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S17.mp3\">I'm from Seattle, and because the Seahawks suck so bad, I don't really keep up with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S18.mp3\">I love the Miami Dolphins.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S19.mp3\">Joe Montana was my favorite player. I don't have a current one right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L126/sentence/L126S20.mp3\">My favorite player is Priest Holmes. He is such a great running back.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=691\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=693\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I didn't finish my report on time. <b>I'm hosed</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm Hosed         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To be screwed; to be out of luck<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Early findings of this word came from a saying \"to drink water from a fire hose.\" Basically, if you don't drink water, you are out of luck, and if you drink water from a fire hose, you are out of luck. It is bad in both cases. Therefore, you are out of luck.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S1.mp3\">I didn't finish my report on time. <b>I'm hosed</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S2.mp3\"><b>I am hosed</b>. My mom found out I skipped school last week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S3.mp3\"><b>I'm hosed</b>. My boss has given me tons of extra work to finish.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S4.mp3\">So I hear you got in trouble for getting bad grades.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S5.mp3\">Yeah, <b>I'm hosed</b>. I cannot drive my car until I get my grades up.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S6.mp3\">That's too bad man.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S7.mp3\">Looks like I'll just have to start studying more.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S8.mp3\">I'm in a difficult situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P104/sentence/P104S9.mp3\">I'm not in a good situation.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1050\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1052\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=331",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #32         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P1.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Where do they know each other from?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> From a class they take together<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> From New York<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> From high school<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> From a party last week<br><br>2. What is the probable age difference between the two?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are the same age<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are 1 year apart<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are 2 years apart<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They are 3 years apart<br><br>3. Who showed the first interest of seeing one another outside of class?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The girl<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> The boy<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Neither of them<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Both of them<br><br>4. What is the condition that the guy has set to go out together?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get a B or better on the midterm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To get at least an A on the midterm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To simply pass the midterm<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> No conditions were stated. They will go out after the midterm<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"abaa\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. From a class they take together<br>2. They are 1 year apart<br>3. The girl<br>4. To get a B or better on the midterm         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Hi. Aren't you in my sociology class?\"<br>B: \"I think so. With Professor Robinson right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm Nicole.\"<br>B: \"I'm George. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"How are you liking the class so far?\"<br>B: \"I like the subject. I think it's pretty interesting.\"<br>A: \"Me too. But it's hard to sit in class when the weather is so nice.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. The weather has been so great lately.\"<br>A: \"So, what year are you?\"<br>B: \"I'm a sophomore. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a freshman.\"<br>B: \"Where are you from around here?\"<br>A: \"No. I'm from the east. I grew up in New York.\"<br>B: \"New York? That seems like a fun place.\"<br>A: \"More like a busy place. Everyone is always on the run over there.\"<br>B: \"I grew up in San Francisco.\"<br>A: \"That's not too far from here. Do you like living on the west coast?\"<br>B: \"I haven't been to many other places, but the west coast is a great place.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I like it too.\"<br>B: \"Are you ready for the mid term next Friday?\"<br>A: \"I'm so behind. I've been going out a lot. I'm having so much fun, but I really need to catch up on my school work.\"<br>B: \"Where do you usually hang out?\"<br>A: \"No where specific. We always do different things.\"<br>B: \"Have you been to Alcatraz yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet. I want to go though.\"<br>B: \"I highly recommend it. It's an interesting place to visit.\"<br>A: \"Maybe you could take me there.\"<br>B: \"If you get a B or better on your midterm, I'll take you there.\"<br>A: \"Deal. It was great meeting you. I'll talk to you again tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you later.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=330\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=332\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=693",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/693-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Football - Topics         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/693-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking about people you see</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S1.mp3\">I saw a guy in a restaurant. He was huge man. Towering over everyone. I got the nerve to ask him if he played football, and he ended up being a professional football player for the Seahawks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S2.mp3\">I saw a professional football player last week at a night club. All the girls were around him.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S3.mp3\">College football is very popular in America. It's almost as popular as the NFL.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S4.mp3\">My brother had class with a football player in college named Cortez Kennedy. He's now playing for the Raiders.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S5.mp3\">Even though a lot of football players are huge, most of them are really nice.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Steroids</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S6.mp3\">I heard that about ninety percent of football players have used steroids before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S7.mp3\">Steroids is a big problem in the NFL.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S8.mp3\">I think the problem with the NFL is the steroid abuse.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/sentence/L127S9.mp3\">I heard people say that you have to use steroids to be competitive. That's primarily because everyone else is using it, so if you don't, then it's your disadvantage.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=692\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=694\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1052",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I know you want to know what happened but <b>it's a long story</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's a Long Story         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when you don't want to talk about something, if it is difficult to talk about; or if it is hard to explain<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This expression is straightforward, but can be used to say you don't want to talk about it, even if the story is not very long.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S1.mp3\">I know you want to know what happened but <b>it's a long story</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S2.mp3\"><b>It's a long story</b> about what happened between us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S3.mp3\">We used to be friends but <b>it's a long story</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S4.mp3\">Hey there's Tim. Didn't you guys used to be good friends?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S5.mp3\">Yes, we were friends a few years ago but not anymore.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S6.mp3\">Why, what happened?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S7.mp3\"><b>It's a long story</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S8.mp3\">It's hard to explain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P105/sentence/P105S9.mp3\">It will take a while to explain.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1051\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1053\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=332",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P2.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #33         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P2.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Why did it take so long for the guy to ask the girl on a date?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Because he didn't like her earlier<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Because she was dating a different guy<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because he thought she was interested in a different guy<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Because he already had a girlfriend<br><br>2. What drama did they like so much?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> The three amigos<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Pay it forward<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> The mask<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Stand by me<br><br>3. What does the girl like to do for exercise besides going to the health club?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Likes to play sports<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> Likes to run on the tread mill at home<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Likes to jog around the lake<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> Doesn't like to exercise<br><br>4. Why does the girl like to shop in downtown versus the mall?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> Outdoor walking is better than the indoor mall<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> More sales are offered in downtown<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> Because she lives closer to downtown<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> More fun with less students<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cbcd\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. Because he thought she was interested in a different guy<br>2. Pay it forward<br>3. Likes to jog around the lake<br>4. More fun with less students         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"I can't believe it took you so long to ask me out on a date.\"<br>B: \"I always thought you liked Mark, so I didn't think I had a chance.\"<br>A: \"I had this thing about him, but it's over. So, what do you like to do on your free time?\"<br>B: \"I like sports, watching movies, reading books. Things like that.\"<br>A: \"What type of movies do you like?\"<br>B: \"I like drama and comedy.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Mostly drama though. Have you seen Pay it forward?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I loved that movie.\"<br>A: \"It's one of my favorites. I cried so much at the end.\"<br>B: \"I thought the idea of paying it forward was awesome.\"<br>A: \"What was your favorite comedy?\"<br>B: \"Do you remember the Three Amigos?\"<br>A: \"Vaguely. I was pretty little when that came out.\"<br>B: \"I don't remember it much back then, but I saw it again the other day and it cracked me up.\"<br>A: \"Maybe I need to see that movie again.\"<br>B: \"I think it is a classic. So many funny scenes.\"<br>A: \"I really liked the Mask with Jim Carrey.\"<br>B: \"He is hilarious. I love that guy.\"<br>A: \"I like most of his movies. He is such a character.\"<br>B: \"What else do you like to do?\"<br>A: \"Well, I like to exercise.\"<br>B: \"Where do you exercise?\"<br>A: \"I go to a health club by my house. But on a nice day, I like to jog around the lake.\"<br>B: \"That's good. I like to stay in shape too. But I do that by playing a lot of sports. Do you play any sports?\"<br>A: \"I played a little bit in high school, but nothing really these days.\"<br>B: \"Have you tried golf?\"<br>A: \"Don't start with that. My dad always nagged at me to play, but I never got into it.\"<br>B: \"What do you usually do with your friends?\"<br>A: \"We go out shopping a lot.\"<br>B: \"Where do you usually go?\"<br>A: \"Usually downtown. It's more fun in the city than in the mall. Plus, there are too many high school students at the mall.\"<br>B: \"I know some girls like bags, and some like shoes, what do you like to shop for the most?\"<br>A: \"I can never have too many pairs of shoes. I have like 30 pairs already, but I am always shopping for more.\"<br>B: \"Oh. The foods here.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'm so hungry.\"<br>B: \"After dinner, do you want to catch a movie?\"<br>A: \"Sure. I'm always up for a good movie.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=331\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=333\"><img src=\"/images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1053",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Since when</b> have you been interested in my opinion?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Since When         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Asking from when<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This one is a little difficult to explain. It is usually used when you are surprised by someone's action or words. When you know a person does not usually do something, you can start with \"since when.\" This would indicate to the person that you know that they usually don't do this, but want to know when they started doing it.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S1.mp3\"><b>Since when</b> have you been interested in my opinion?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S2.mp3\"><b>Since when</b> have you been coming to this gym?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S3.mp3\"><b>Since when</b> did you become so good at tennis?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S4.mp3\">I will have to go home soon, I have chess club tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S5.mp3\"><b>Since when</b> did you become so interested in chess?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S6.mp3\">I tried it with my uncle and loved it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S7.mp3\">Well, we'll have to play soon, I like playing too!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P106/sentence/P106S8.mp3\">From then until now.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1052\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1054\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P4.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "        <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>         Listen to Dialog         </center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>         <div style=\"line-height:23px;\">         <h1>         Advanced Listening Lesson #34         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>         <u>         Step 1:         </u>          <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P4.mp3\">         Listen to Dialog         </a>         </span></b>         </div>         </div>         <br>         Do not view the questions until after you have listened to the audio file. Reading the questions first will not help you improve your English listening skills.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 2:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div1')\">         Quiz - View Questions         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div1\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. How did Mark get such a big belly?<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> From watching too much TV<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> From eating too much food<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> From drinking too much beer<br><input name=\"Question1\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> From eating too much potato chips<br><br>2. What motivation is the guy with the belly using to start working out?<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> To get some girls<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> To get rid of the belly<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> To get healthier<br><input name=\"Question2\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> To get in shape<br><br>3. Why is one guy asking if the other guy will join the health club if he already said he would?<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> He didn't hear it the first time<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> He thought it was a joke so he didn't take him seriously<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> He doesn't want him to join the health club<br><input name=\"Question3\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> He doesn't want to share the girls<br><br>4. What are they going to do after this conversation?<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"a\"> They are going to eat dinner<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"b\"> They are going to drink beer<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"c\"> They are going to hunt for some girls<br><input name=\"Question4\" type=\"radio\" value=\"d\"> They are going to work out at the health club<br>         <input name=\"CorrectAnswers\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"cabb\">          <br>         <input type=\"button\" value=\"Check Answer\" onclick=\"CheckScore()\">          <br>         <span id=\"ScoreText\">         </span>         <br>         <b>         <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div2')\">         <u>         View Answers         </u>         </a>         </b>         <br>         <div id=\"div2\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         1. From drinking too much beer<br>2. To get some girls<br>3. He thought it was a joke so he didn't take him seriously<br>4. They are going to drink beer         </div>         </div>         <br>         If you are uncertain about the answers to the questions, listen to the audio file again after having read the questions. After you have made all your selections, you may view the answers to see how you did.         <br>         <br>         <b>         <u>         Step 3:         </u>          <a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         Show Conversation Dialog         </a></b><a href=\"javascript:showHide('div3')\">         </a>         <div id=\"div3\" style=\"DISPLAY: none\">         <br>         A: \"Damn Mark. I never noticed that belly of yours.\"<br>B: \"It's all the beer. I need to start working out again.\"<br>A: \"That reminds me. I should've hit the gym today.\"<br>B: \"Where do you work out?\"<br>A: \"At Bally's. It's pretty close to home so it is convenient.\"<br>B: \"How much are you paying?\"<br>A: \"I only pay 20 bucks a month.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty good. I think I should join.\"<br>A: \"If you join, we could work out together. It's so much better working out with another person. It's hard to motivate yourself when you are alone.\"<br>B: \"What do you usually do in the gym?\"<br>A: \"I usually spend about 20 minutes on the step master, and then lift weights for about an hour.\"<br>B: \"Do you go everyday?\"<br>A: \"No. I try to go 4 times a week, but lately, I've been only going about 2 times a week. That's why I need you there. You should join.\"<br>B: \"Will it help me to get some girls?\"<br>A: \"If you get rid of that belly of yours, I promise you'll have a better chance with girls. Anyways, there are so many fine chicks working out at the club.\"<br>B: \"Really? I'm signing up tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"There are some girls with tight outfits. You can see the shape of their body and some of them are really fine.\"<br>B: \"As long as there are some ladies with nice legs, I don't mind.\"<br>A: \"So you're really going to join?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Let's go in tomorrow and I'll sign up. We can work out together.\"<br>A: \"Cool. Let's go hit some bars to celebrate.\"<br>B: \"I'm down with that.\"         <br>         </div>         <br>         <br>         You should read the Conversation Dialog to help you study after going through the listening lesson. Do not view the Conversation Dialog prior to listening to the audio, or prior to answering all the questions.         <br>         <br>         <table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/listening/lessonlisten.aspx?ALID=332\"><img src=\"/images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br><br>         <b>Download all the conversations</b> for your mp3 player. Hundreds of dialogs and printable lessons are available for download in the TalkEnglish Offline Package. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!         <br>         <br>         <br>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You will need to follow the directions if you want to do it right, <b>got it</b>?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Got It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Asking someone if they understand; telling someone you understand<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: To \"get\" something is to understand something. So it became common to simply ask or say \"got it.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S1.mp3\">You will need to follow the directions if you want to do it right, <b>got it</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S2.mp3\">If you're not home before 8 o'clock you will be in trouble, <b>got it</b>?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S3.mp3\">This is how you put the puzzle together, <b>got it</b>?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S4.mp3\">You're going to have to studying more if you plan on passing your test.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S5.mp3\">Ok. I <b>got it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S6.mp3\">I hope so. I don't want you to fail the class.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S7.mp3\">I understand what you are saying.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P107/sentence/P107S8.mp3\">Do you understand what I'm saying?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1053\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1055\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You want straight A's like her? <b>You wish</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Wish         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that they will not get what they want.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Many wishes do not come true. This expression is telling the person that what they want will be only a wish and not reality.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S1.mp3\">You want straight A's like her? <b>You wish</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S2.mp3\">You think she'll go on a date with you? <b>You wish</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S3.mp3\">You think you're going to beat my high score? Don't <b>you wish</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S4.mp3\">I really need to win the lottery so I can retire.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S5.mp3\">Ha! <b>You wish</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S6.mp3\">In your dreams.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P108/sentence/P108S7.mp3\">It's not going to happen.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1054\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1056\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1056",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I really like your outfit! <b>You're dressed to kill</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You're Dressed to Kill         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Being dressed in a way to make people notice you; dressed very nicely; dressed to attract sexual attention<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This can be a compliment to some people, but it might not be to others. The reason is because it contains some level of sexuality in the meaning.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S1.mp3\">I really like your outfit! <b>You're dressed to kill</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S2.mp3\">She must be trying to impress him. She is <b>dressed to kill</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S3.mp3\">That girl is <b>dressed to kill</b> tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S4.mp3\">Wow! Did you see Jennifer's dress?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S5.mp3\">I did. <b>She is dressed to kill</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S6.mp3\">Yeah. She sure looks sexy.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S7.mp3\">She is dressed really nice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P109/sentence/P109S8.mp3\">She is dressed attractively.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1055\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1057\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1057",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you're going to have dinner at their house you'd better <b>behave yourself</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Behave Yourself         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone to stay out of trouble<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Normally this is used to tell children to behave appropriately. However, friends use it with one another like they use \"stay out of trouble.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S1.mp3\">If you're going to have dinner at their house you'd better <b>behave yourself</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S2.mp3\">Oh <b>behave yourself</b>, your being naughty.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S3.mp3\"><b>Behave yourself</b> when you're at school.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S4.mp3\">I'm going to go out with the guys this Friday night.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S5.mp3\">You'd better <b>behave yourself</b>. I know how you guys like to party.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S6.mp3\">Don't worry, I will be on my best behavior.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S7.mp3\">Stay out of trouble.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P110/sentence/P110S8.mp3\">Have good manners.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1056\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1058\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1058",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>He said he did not like your ideas? <b>That figures</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         That Figures         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Another way of say, \"that makes sense\" or \"I'm not surprised to hear that.\"<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Figures\" are related to numbers. When numbers add up, it is logical. When something is logical it makes sense and you are not surprised. This expression is commonly used when a person hears something they have not heard before, but is not surprised by it even though it was alarming, because other pieces of information made it logical.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S1.mp3\">He said he did not like your ideas? <b>That figures</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S2.mp3\">She only asked her closest friends to the party? <b>That figures</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S3.mp3\">He won't talk to you after that incident? <b>That figures</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S4.mp3\">Did I tell you what happened to John and Amy?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S5.mp3\">No you didn't, please tell me.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S6.mp3\">They decided to get divorced!</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S7.mp3\"><b>That figures</b>. They never seemed happy with each other anyways.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P111/sentence/P111S8.mp3\">That's no surprise.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1057\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1059\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1059",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You heard about that rumor already? <b>Do tell</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Do Tell         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A slang way of telling someone to tell you what they know.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This was seen in movies and is primarily used in informal speaking.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S1.mp3\">You heard about that rumor already? <b>Do tell</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S2.mp3\">Martha and Jake are breaking up? <b>Do tell</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S3.mp3\"><b>Do tell</b>. I'm dying to know what he said about me.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S4.mp3\">I heard a rumor the other day about what really happened at work.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S5.mp3\">Oh <b>do tell</b>! I really want to know what happened.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S6.mp3\">I want to know.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P112/sentence/P112S7.mp3\">Please tell me what you know.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1058\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1060\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1060",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I can finish it for you, <b>no sweat</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         No Sweat         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Telling someone it is \"no problem\"<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Sweat\" refers to the water that comes from your pores after hard work or exercise. This phrase became popular to tell someone that the task is not a problem and that it will not cause any sweat.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S1.mp3\">I can finish it for you, <b>no sweat</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S2.mp3\"><b>No sweat</b>. We can always get together another time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S3.mp3\"><b>No sweat</b>. It's not that big of a deal.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S4.mp3\">Can you have my computer fixed by tomorrow? I really need it for work.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S5.mp3\"><b>No sweat</b>. I should be able to have it to you by then.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S6.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P113/sentence/P113S7.mp3\">It's not a big deal.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1059\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1061\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1061",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I really thought I was going to get the promotion, but <b>I blew it</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Blew It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that you made a big mistake<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When something blows up, it is destroyed. Therefore, blow up implies in this context means to make a big mistake to damage any opportunities. Because making mistakes are very common, a simple way of saying this was needed so people started saying, \"I blew it.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S1.mp3\">I really thought I was going to get the promotion, but <b>I blew it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S2.mp3\">I thought he really liked me but <b>I blew it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S3.mp3\">I was trying to surprise her for her birthday, but <b>I blew it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S4.mp3\">How did your interview go?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S5.mp3\">Not so good, I was very nervous.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S6.mp3\">Why were you nervous?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S7.mp3\">I think I might have messed up on a few questions so I think <b>I blew it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S8.mp3\">I messed up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P114/sentence/P114S9.mp3\">I missed my opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1060\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1062\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1062",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Trying to make you happy sometimes is <b>maddening</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Maddening         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Extremely annoying; to make you very mad<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a straightforward.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S1.mp3\">Trying to make you happy sometimes is <b>maddening</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S2.mp3\">Trying to figure out the answers to this test is <b>maddening</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S3.mp3\">There was a <b>maddening</b> delay at the train station.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S4.mp3\">So what caused them to cancel flights at the airport?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S5.mp3\">I'm not sure but it was <b>maddening</b>! People were angry trying to figure out what to do.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S6.mp3\">I'm glad your flight finally made it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S7.mp3\">Me too, I could not stand to be in the airport any longer.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S8.mp3\">It was frustrating.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P115/sentence/P115S9.mp3\">It was irritating.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1061\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1063\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1063",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>I messed up</b>. I got a ticket for speeding on the highway.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Messed Up         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that you made a mistake<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is a very common phrase. It is not as bad as \"I blew it\" but it also means to make a mistake. However, \"I blew it\" refers to making a big mistake to lose out on an opportunity, while \"I messed up\" can be used more freely to indicate any sort of mistake.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S1.mp3\"><b>I messed up</b>. I got a ticket for speeding on the highway.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S2.mp3\"><b>I messed up</b>, I lost my wallet at the airport.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S3.mp3\">He is really upset with me. <b>I messed up</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S4.mp3\">Why did it take you so long to get here?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S5.mp3\"><b>I messed up</b> and got lost.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S6.mp3\">Really, how did that happen?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S7.mp3\">I was not paying attention and took the wrong exit to get here.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S8.mp3\">I made a mistake.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P116/sentence/P116S9.mp3\">I did the wrong thing.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1062\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1064\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1064",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>I beg to differ</b>. I don't think that is the right way to handle the situation.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Beg to Differ         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: A polite way of disagreeing<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Sounds very British for an American. And British English is seen as more polite.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S1.mp3\"><b>I beg to differ</b>. I don't think that is the right way to handle the situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S2.mp3\"><b>I beg to differ</b>. You did a really nice job and deserved the promotion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S3.mp3\"><b>I beg to differ</b>. What he did was inexcusable.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S4.mp3\">I still think we should get a new car.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S5.mp3\"><b>I beg to differ</b>. The car we have works fine.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S6.mp3\">I guess you're right. We can wait.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S7.mp3\">I disagree with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P117/sentence/P117S8.mp3\">I politely disagree.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1063\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1065\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1065",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>It's time to <b>rise and shine</b> sweetheart.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Rise and Shine         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Phrase used to wake someone up nicely<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Rise\" means to get up and \"shine\" in this context means to \"act lively and do well.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S1.mp3\">It's time to <b>rise and shine</b> sweetheart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S2.mp3\">You'd better <b>rise and shine</b> or you'll be late for work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S3.mp3\"><b>Rise and shine</b> sleepy head, it's time for breakfast.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S4.mp3\"><b>Rise and shine</b>! It's time to get up!</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S5.mp3\">Can't I just stay in bed a bit longer?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S6.mp3\">If you do you will be late for work.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S7.mp3\">It's time to wake up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P118/sentence/P118S8.mp3\">Get out of bed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1064\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1066\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1066",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>You bet</b> I'll be at your game. I would not miss it.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Bet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Telling someone yes in a definite way<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you \"bet\" on something, you are placing a wager that you are right. In this context, \"bet\" is being absolutely sure. \"You bet\" is usually used when someone asks for something. Instead of saying \"yes,\" saying \"you bet\" is more positive and makes the listener feel better.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S1.mp3\"><b>You bet</b> I'll be at your game. I would not miss it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S2.mp3\">I can help you with your project, <b>you bet</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S3.mp3\"><b>You bet</b> I'm going to talk to her, she is beautiful.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S4.mp3\">I'm moving in a few weeks and was wondering if you could help?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S5.mp3\"><b>You bet</b>. Just let me know when, and I'll be there.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S6.mp3\">Thanks! That would be great.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S7.mp3\">Of course.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P119/sentence/P119S8.mp3\">Definitely.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1065\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1067\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1067",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Her desire to be an actress ended up just being a <b>pie in the sky</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pie in the Sky         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Pleasant to imagine but impossible to attain<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Comes from a song written by Joe Hill. It indicated that you will get heavenly rewards after death. However, people who did not believe in heaven turned this phrase into an idiom to express something pleasant that is unattainable.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S1.mp3\">Her desire to be an actress ended up just being a <b>pie in the sky</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S2.mp3\">His dreams of becoming a famous singer are just a <b>pie in the sky</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S3.mp3\">Their ideas about living in space are just a <b>pie in the sky</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S4.mp3\">I thought she moved to California to become a model?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S5.mp3\">She did, but it didn't work out for her.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S6.mp3\">Seems like her dreams were just a <b>pie in the sky</b> after all.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S7.mp3\">That's how it seems.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S8.mp3\">That's an impractical wish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P120/sentence/P120S9.mp3\">That's an unrealistic dream.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1066\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1068\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1068",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>We are giving away free t-shirts, <b>no strings attached</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         No Strings Attached         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Without any conditions<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Imagine that you see a money on the ground. When you go pick it up, it disappears. It was too good to be true. What happened is that someone had a piece of string on the bill and when you went to pick it up, the person pulled on the string so you could get it. So when a string is attached to something, it must be a trick of some sort that requires you to do additional things to get what you want. Because tricking people was popular, the phrase \"no strings attached\" because common by salesmen to indicate that they are not tricking you to buy something.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S1.mp3\">We are giving away free t-shirts, <b>no strings attached</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S2.mp3\">He said he would finish the work for free, <b>no strings attached</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S3.mp3\">The grocery store is giving away free candy, <b>no strings attached</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S4.mp3\">Have you been to the new electronics store down the street?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S5.mp3\">No, I haven't been there yet, why?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S6.mp3\">If their prices are not the lowest they will give it to you for free! <b>No strings attached</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S7.mp3\">Wow, that's a great deal. I will have to check them out.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S8.mp3\">There are no hidden clauses.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P121/sentence/P121S9.mp3\">There is nothing you have to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1067\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1069\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1069",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Sleep tight</b>, you have a lot to get done tomorrow.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sleep Tight         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Get a good nights sleep<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Comes from the saying, \"Good night, sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S1.mp3\"><b>Sleep tight</b>, you have a lot to get done tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S2.mp3\">I hope you <b>sleep tight</b> after an exhausting day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S3.mp3\">Not sure if she will <b>sleep tight</b> after watching that scary movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S4.mp3\">Our daughter woke up 2 times during the night.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S5.mp3\">Is she ok?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S6.mp3\">Yes, she just had a tummy ache and could not sleep well.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S7.mp3\">Tell her I said <b>sleep tight</b> and I hope that she feels better soon.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S8.mp3\">Get a good night sleep.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P122/sentence/P122S9.mp3\">Hope you sleep well.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1068\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1070\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1070",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm trying a new diet, <b>it can't hurt</b>, right?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It Can't Hurt         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Hoping nothing will go wrong to try or do something<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Whenever there is action, there is reaction. Sometimes the reaction or the result can be negative on you. Because of this, people became cautious about changing to things that they are not familiar with. However, after thinking for a long time and not being able to find anything negative, people would use this common phrase.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S1.mp3\">I'm trying a new diet, <b>it can't hurt</b>, right?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S2.mp3\"><b>It can't hurt</b> to get another opinion.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S3.mp3\">I say <b>it can't hurt</b> to let him know how you feel.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S4.mp3\">I'm thinking of trying out a new gym.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S5.mp3\">Really? Why?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S6.mp3\">The one I go to now is too expensive. I found another one that is cheaper.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S7.mp3\">Go ahead and do it, <b>it can't hurt</b> to try it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S8.mp3\">You might as well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P123/sentence/P123S9.mp3\">There is no harm trying.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1069\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1071\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=694",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Football - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you watching?\"<br>B: \"A football game. Packers are playing the Chiefs.\"<br>A: \"I never understood this game.\"<br>B: \"It's not that hard. If you watch a couple of games, you'll start to understand it.\"<br>A: \"Do you watch a lot of football?\"<br>B: \"I like the Packers, so I watch all their games.\"<br>A: \"Did you play football before?\"<br>B: \"Only in high school. I was too small to play for college.\"<br>A: \"What position did you play?\"<br>B: \"I was the corner back.\"<br>A: \"Is that the main guy in offense?\"<br>B: \"No. That's the quarterback. The corner back is a defensive player covering passing plays and outside running plays.\"<br>A: \"I see. Do you think it is more fun than baseball?\"<br>B: \"It's hard to compare the two because they're so different. I like both baseball and football. How about you? You like baseball a lot?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm a big baseball fan.\"<br>B: \"Baseball is fun, but you should also learn football. I'll explain as we watch.\"<br>A: \"Cool.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L127/practice/L127P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What sports do you like to play?\"<br>B: \"I like baseball and basketball.\"<br>A: \"How about football?\"<br>B: \"In my country football is brand new, so I never learned the game when I was younger.\"<br>A: \"It's a very popular game in America.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I heard a lot about it. Is it really that fun?\"<br>A: \"For me, it's one of those games that are fun to both watch and play.\"<br>B: \"Are you a football player?\"<br>A: \"No, just for fun with my friends. We play two hand touch or flag football. We're too old to play tackle football.\"<br>B: \"What is two hand touch and flag football?\"<br>A: \"Instead of tackling somebody, you just have to touch them with two hands, or if it is flag football, grab the flag that the ball carrier is wearing.\"<br>B: \"I see. It's safer then right?\"<br>A: \"Exactly. We play every Saturdays on the field by the tennis courts. If you want to learn and play a little, you're welcome to join us.\"<br>B: \"I'll give it a try. Give me a call and let's go down together.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you Saturday morning.\"<br>B: \"Great.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=693\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=695\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>I couldn't agree with you more</b>, this place is beautiful.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Couldn't Agree With You More         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To completely agree with someone<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is the highest level of agreeing with someone because they can't agree more than they do. It is straightforward and very common.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S1.mp3\"><b>I couldn't agree with you more</b>, this place is beautiful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S2.mp3\"><b>I couldn't agree with you more</b>, spending more time with each other would be nice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S3.mp3\">You didn't like that movie either? <b>I couldn't agree with you more</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S4.mp3\">I really don't like shopping around the holidays.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S5.mp3\"><b>I couldn't agree with you more</b>. It's always so busy.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P124/sentence/P124S6.mp3\">I totally agree with you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1070\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1072\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Thank goodness</b> this dress still fits, I have nothing else to wear.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Thank Goodness         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Expression to indicate relief<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Another popular way people indicate relief is to say \"Thank God\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S1.mp3\"><b>Thank goodness</b> this dress still fits, I have nothing else to wear.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S2.mp3\"><b>Thank goodness</b> we got our tickets early, the concert is now sold out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S3.mp3\"><b>Thank goodness</b> he doesn't suspect anything. I really want it to be a surprise.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S4.mp3\"><b>Thank goodness</b> we found out about this sale.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S5.mp3\">I know! They have such good deals.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S6.mp3\">Thanks for letting me know about it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S7.mp3\">You're welcome.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S8.mp3\">I am so glad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P125/sentence/P125S9.mp3\">What a relief.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1071\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1073\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Golf - Terminologies         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/695-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Golf is a sport that is increasing in popularity. This is more true for Asian countries with many great golfers coming from Korea, Japan, and China. Golf is also great because it is a sport for all ages and both genders. In this lesson, we will cover all the things you need to know to have a great conversation about golf.<br><br>Before we start, let's cover some terminologies and equipment<br><br>Iron set - A typical set of irons consist of a pitching wedge and 3 through 9 irons<br>5 wood - Fairway wood designed to hit the ball a little farther than the 3 iron<br>3 wood - Fairway wood designed to hit the ball a little farther than the 5 wood<br>Driver - The club used to hit the ball the farthest off the Tee<br>Putter - The club used to putt the ball in the cup<br><br>Tee box - The place where you hit your first shot<br>Fairway - The short grass area in the middle<br>Rough - Taller grass next to the fairway that is not in the middle<br>Green - The area where the hole is and where you putt the ball.<br><br>Par 3 - Short holes where it should take 3 shots to get in the cup<br>Par 4 - Middle length holes where it should take 4 shots<br>Par 5 - Long holes where it should take 5 shots<br><br>Hole in one - When the ball goes in the cup on the first hit. Usually only on par 3's.<br>Double Eagle - Ball goes in the cup after hitting the ball twice on a par 5. 3 under par<br>Eagle - Ball goes in the cup after hitting the ball 3 times on a par 5 or 2 times on a par 4. 2 under par<br>Birdie - Reaching the hole at one under par. So on a par 3, you reached the cup in 2, par 4, you reached in 3, and par 5, you reached in 4.<br>Par - When you put the ball in the cup in the number specified by the par. Par 3, in three, par 4 in four shots, and par 5 in five shots<br>Bogey - Using one extra shot to reach the cup. For example, on a par 4, you used 5 shots to get in the cup.<br>Double bogey - 2 over par<br>Triple bogey - 3 over par<br>Quadruple bogey - 4 over par<br>Etc.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=694\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=696\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Golf - Talking on the Course         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/696-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>On the course, here are some common sentences you can use when playing with other people.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S1.mp3\">Do you play this course often?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S2.mp3\">Have you been here before?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S3.mp3\">Great shot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S4.mp3\">Great putt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S5.mp3\">That was a nice shot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S6.mp3\">You're doing great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S7.mp3\">The ball hooked to the left.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S8.mp3\">Your ball sliced to the right.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S9.mp3\">I think your ball is out of bounds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S10.mp3\">Your ball is behind that big tree.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S11.mp3\">Your ball went towards the bushes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S12.mp3\">I thought your ball went in the water.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S13.mp3\">You're about 160 yards away.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S14.mp3\">There is a dog leg left on the next hole.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S15.mp3\">I have a terrible lie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S16.mp3\">I'm going to take a mulligan.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S17.mp3\">I'm going to hit again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S18.mp3\">I'm going to play a provisional.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S19.mp3\">I can't find my ball so I am going to drop one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S20.mp3\">I'm just going to drop.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S21.mp3\">I think the ball is going to break to the left.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S22.mp3\">It's an uphill putt.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S23.mp3\">I see a left break.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S24.mp3\">I don't see a break at all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S25.mp3\">I'm not good at reading greens.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S26.mp3\">Do you know how far I am away?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S27.mp3\">Did you see where my ball went?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S28.mp3\">What color is the pin?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S29.mp3\">What is the distance of this hole?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L129/sentence/L129S30.mp3\">Is this a par 5?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=695\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=697\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1073",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I can't believe <b>you made it</b>. It was a difficult task.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Made It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To succeed at something; to arrive<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: The literal meaning to say a person arrived. But another common meaning is to say they succeeded at something.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S1.mp3\">I can't believe <b>you made it</b>. It was a difficult task.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S2.mp3\"><b>You made it</b>! I didn't think you were going to show up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S3.mp3\">I heard <b>you made it</b> a whole week without smoking?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S4.mp3\"><b>You made it</b>! I thought you were out of town?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S5.mp3\">I was, but I got home last night and thought I'd surprise you.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S6.mp3\">What a great surprise! I'm so happy you are here.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S7.mp3\">Me too! Thanks for having me.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S8.mp3\">You did it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P126/sentence/P126S9.mp3\">You arrived.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1072\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1074\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/697-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Golf - Talking to Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/697-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking with friends about golf</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S1.mp3\">Where do you usually play?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S2.mp3\">How much are the green fees?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S3.mp3\">How much does it cost over there?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S4.mp3\">What do you usually shoot?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S5.mp3\">Do you have a handicap?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S6.mp3\">What is your handicap?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S7.mp3\">What's your average score?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S8.mp3\">How did you play today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S9.mp3\">How was your round last Saturday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S10.mp3\">Did you play well on Sunday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S11.mp3\">What was your score yesterday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S12.mp3\">What did you shoot last time you were out?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S13.mp3\">How far do you drive the ball?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S14.mp3\">How far does your driver go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S15.mp3\">What club do you use to hit 150 yards?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S16.mp3\">I usually play at Walter Hall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S17.mp3\">I play all over, but mostly at Jackson Park Golf Course.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S18.mp3\">The green fees at Jefferson is twenty eight dollars.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S19.mp3\">It costs 35 dollars to play.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S20.mp3\">I'm a bogey player.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S21.mp3\">I'm not that good. I'm usually in the mid nineties.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S22.mp3\">I suck man. I'm still over a hundred.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S23.mp3\">I don't have a handicap, but I usually shoot in the low nineties.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S24.mp3\">My handicap is 17 right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S25.mp3\">My handicap is 14.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S26.mp3\">I'm a 5 handicap.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S27.mp3\">I shot a 95 yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S28.mp3\">I was 20 over on Saturday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S29.mp3\">I did terrible on Sunday. I shot a hundred.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S30.mp3\">I was doing so good in the beginning, but on the back nine, I got three double bogeys.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S31.mp3\">I need to work on my putting. It sucks right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S32.mp3\">I need to practice my chip shots more.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S33.mp3\">I can't hit with my driver whatsoever.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S35.mp3\">I can hit my short irons pretty good, but I have a lot of problems with my 3 and 4 irons.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S36.mp3\">I hate my clubs. They are so old.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S37.mp3\">You need to buy some new clubs man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S38.mp3\">Pro Golf Discount is having a sale right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S39.mp3\">I have a big problem slicing the ball.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S40.mp3\">I can't get rid of my hook.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S41.mp3\">He always slices the ball, so he aims left all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S42.mp3\">He plays his slice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S43.mp3\">He does a good job playing his hook.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S44.mp3\">Do you want to go golfing this weekend?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S45.mp3\">When do you want to go out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S46.mp3\">When do you want to play?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S47.mp3\">I'm going to play golf this Tuesday. Can you make it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S48.mp3\">We have a spot open. Do you want to play?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S49.mp3\">You would get better if you go to the driving range once in a while.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S50.mp3\">You need to fix that swing of yours.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S51.mp3\">You need to go to the driving range.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/sentence/L130S52.mp3\">If you want to improve, you should take some lessons. It really helps.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=696\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=698\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Golf - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Steve. When's the next time you're going to play golf?\"<br>B: \"I'm going out this Saturday.\"<br>A: \"Do you already have a foursome?\"<br>B: \"Unfortunately, we do. Let's plan for something together for Wednesday. We can go right after work.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Where do you want to play?\"<br>B: \"We won't have much time, so let's play somewhere close to work.\"<br>A: \"How about Bellevue? It's pretty close.\"<br>B: \"How much does it cost over there?\"<br>A: \"Twilight rates are 21 dollars.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty good. Let's do it.\"<br>A: \"Alright. I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4:00.\"<br>B: \"Make it 4:15. I won't get off until 4:00.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you later when I get a tee time.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good. I'll see you on Wednesday then.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Have fun on Saturday.\"<br>B: \"Will do.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L130/practice/L130P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How did you golf on Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I did pretty good. I shot a 13.\"<br>A: \"Not too bad. I thought you were going to break single.\"<br>B: \"I had a chance. I shot a 4 on the front nine, but the back nine killed me.\"<br>A: \"What happened?\"<br>B: \"My drive was totally off. All of the sudden, I started hooking the ball. I hit two balls OB, and that killed me score right there.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. You could have broken single if it wasn't for the penalty strokes.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I was so frustrated after that hole. But overall, I shot well, so I'm not too disappointed. How about you? How have you been hitting lately?\"<br>A: \"I hit great on the range, but when I get on the course, I can't seem to hit the ball right.\"<br>B: \"That happened to me for the longest time. It just takes time and practice. When you go out on the course more often, that problem will fix itself.\"<br>A: \"I'm still trying to break 90. I've been hitting in the mid nineties for ever.\"<br>B: \"How far does your driver go?\"<br>A: \"I don't use it that much. I use my 3 wood more. I'm not consistent with the driver to use it.\"<br>B: \"You gotta keep practicing with it. Eventually you'll get the hang of it.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I practice with it on the range, but I'm not making any progress on it.\"<br>B: \"Let's go to the range together and I'll check out your swing.\"<br>A: \"That sounds good. Let's go tomorrow night.\"<br>B: \"Ok. That will give us practice for our round on Wednesday.\"<br>A: \"I'll meet you there at 6:30.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you tomorrow then.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=697\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=699\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=699",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/699-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Poker - Terminologies         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/699-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Poker is a fun activity among your friends. Poker is also something a person can do in a casino without friends. I will cover all the things you need to say to be effective with your English at the poker table.<br><br>There are many different poker games. I will not cover the different types of poker games, but feel free to learn about them through poker books or other poker web sites. For this lesson, I will use Texas Hold 'em as the example game because of its popularity.<br><br>First, let's look at some terminologies:<br><br>No Pair - A hand without anything.<br>One Pair - Having two of the same card<br>Two Pair - Having two sets of pair<br>Three of a kind - Having three of the same card<br>Straight - Having five number or face cards in a row<br>Flush - Having all 5 cards with the same suit<br>Full house (another name is 'boat') - Three of a kind and a pair together<br>Four of a kind - Four of the same card<br>Straight flush - Five number or face cards in a row all in the same suit<br>Royal flush - 10, Jack, Queen, King, and Ace all in the same suit<br><br>Wheel - A straight consisting of Ace, 2, 3, 4, and 5<br><br><b>Betting</b><br><br>Check - When it is your turn and you don't want to bet anything<br>Call - When someone in front of you bets and you want to match to stay in the game. Other terminology for call is 'see.'<br>Fold - Dying or forfeiting your hand because you don't want to pay anymore. Other terminologies for this are, mucking your hand, dying, and out.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L131/sentence/L131S1.mp3\">I fold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L131/sentence/L131S2.mp3\">He mucked his hand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L131/sentence/L131S3.mp3\">I'm out.</a>\"</span><br><br>Raise - When someone in front of you bets and you want to put in more money.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L131/sentence/L131S4.mp3\">I see (call) your ten, and I raise you another ten.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=698\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=700\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=700",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/700-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Poker - Texas Hold 'em Instructions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/700-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Texas Hold 'em is the most popular poker game in America. Here is a brief explanation on how to play Texas Hold 'em.<br><br>1. Everyone is given two cards<br>2. Betting takes place<br>3. Dealer burns (throws away) a card and then places three cards in the middle. Everyone can use the cards in the middle.<br>4. Betting takes place<br>5. Dealer burns another card and shows one more card<br>6. Betting takes place<br>7. Dealer burns another card and shows one last card<br>8. Final betting and then everyone shows their hand.<br><br>You have 2 cards in your hand and a total of 5 cards in the middle. Out of the seven cards, you can use any 5 cards to make your poker hand.<br><br>In step 3 above, the first three cards that are turned over is called the 'flop.'<br><br>In step 5, the single card that is shown is called the 'turn.'<br><br>In step 7, the final card that is shown is called the 'river.'<br><br>This is all the explanation I will give. Don't rely on this to learn the game. I am only telling you this information so you can understand the lesson.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=699\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=701\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=701",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/701-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Poker - Talking with Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/701-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking with friends</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S1.mp3\">Let's play poker.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S2.mp3\">When do you guys want to play poker?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S3.mp3\">I'm going to have people over at my place to play poker. Do you want to come?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S4.mp3\">We're playing poker at Tim's place tonight.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S5.mp3\">Are you any good at poker?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S6.mp3\">Have you played poker before?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S7.mp3\">Do you know how to play poker?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S8.mp3\">It's boring when people play so conservatively.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S9.mp3\">It takes too much time to play if people keep folding like this.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Talking about poker</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S10.mp3\">I had three Kings on the flop but I couldn't fill up. I got beat with a flush that showed up on the river.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S11.mp3\">I went 'all in' with a pair of aces before the flop. I lost to a guy who called with a pair of fours. Another four came out and I was out of the game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S12.mp3\">I can't believe he got so lucky.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S13.mp3\">Jerry is so lucky. He always gets the cards he needs.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S14.mp3\">I shouldn't have called.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S15.mp3\">I shouldn't have folded. I would have won.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S16.mp3\">Where's the courtesy show.</a>\"</span> - This statement is commonly used when somebody wins because everyone else folded. Then the other people will ask to see the cards. Most of the time, the player will not show his hand. So a courtesy show is showing your hand when you don't have to.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S17.mp3\">He bought the pot.</a>\"</span> - When somebody wins because nobody called. They say he bought the pot because he bet very high and nobody wanted to risk it. So his high bid bought the pot.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S18.mp3\">I knew I won because I got a full house on the 'turn'.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S19.mp3\">I would have won this hand too. I am such a chicken.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S20.mp3\">What did you have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S21.mp3\">I can't believe I lost with a straight. The damn flush showed up on the river.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S22.mp3\">I had two aces and he had two kings. The last card was a king so he won.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S23.mp3\">Would you go all in with a pair of fours before the flop?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S24.mp3\">Would you rather have a pair of fives or an Ace King suited.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/sentence/L133S25.mp3\">You're so easy to read. You give your hand away every time.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=700\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=702\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Poker - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. What did you do last weekend?\"<br>B: \"Josh had a bunch of guys over at his house and we played poker.\"<br>A: \"Why didn't you guys call me?\"<br>B: \"We did. But you weren't home. If you had a cell phone, maybe you wouldn't be left out.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I need to get a cell phone. So, what games did you play?\"<br>B: \"We only play Texas Hold'em.\"<br>A: \"That's all good. What was the bid amount?\"<br>B: \"We started playing no limit. It's so much fun.\"<br>A: \"That sounds awesome. Let me join you next time.\"<br>B: \"No problem. Just get a cell phone so we can contact you.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Who won though?\"<br>B: \"John. He always wins. He's damn good.\"<br>A: \"You only played one game?\"<br>B: \"We played 2 games and he won both of them.\"<br>A: \"What is the buy in?\"<br>B: \"Only 10 bucks.\"<br>A: \"That sounds fun. Ten bucks isn't that much money to have fun while chilling with your friends.\"<br>B: \"Exactly.\"<br>A: \"But what happens if you get out in the first ten minutes?\"<br>B: \"Then you're screwed. You can watch tv or play the XBOX.\"<br>A: \"Better not die soon then. So, when is the next time you guys are playing?\"<br>B: \"Probably this Friday. Give me a call Friday morning and I'll let you know the exact time.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L133/practice/L133P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How long did you stay at Tim's playing poker last night?\"<br>B: \"I stayed for a couple more hours after you left.\"<br>A: \"So you guys ended up playing one more game?\"<br>B: \"Yeah.\"<br>A: \"How did you do on the second game?\"<br>B: \"I was third. I had a pair of Kings and went all in. Albert had an Ace Queen and called me. When the cards came out, he ended up with a pair of aces and I lost.\"<br>A: \"I hate when that happens. So did Albert end up winning?\"<br>B: \"No. He lost to Jerry. Anyway on the last game, it was me and Andrew. I had Ace King suited. On the flop, it was Ace, King, and Queen. Andrew went all in and I called. The next card was a King and I had a full house. It was nearly impossible for me to lose. Except another Queen came out and he had four of a kind. Can you believe that? I had a full house and I lost.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. He's so lucky. I can't believe he got four of a kind.\"<br>B: \"That's poker I guess.\"<br>A: \"I hear they are going to play again this Saturday? Are you going to play?\"<br>B: \"Hell yeah. Do you know what time they're playing?\"<br>A: \"I think they want to start a little earlier because it takes a long time to play. Probably around 7:00.\"<br>B: \"I get off at 6:30 so it's going to be tight. I'll come as soon as possible.\"<br>A: \"Alright. See you later.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=701\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=703\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=703",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/703-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Guys         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/703-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Talking about guys is a little different than talking about girls. When guys talk about girls, they mostly talk about their body and looks. Although girls talk about guys in this manner as well, we mostly talk about personality, job, status, and things unrelated to looks. So, in this lesson, we will cover both looks and character of guys and what girls say to each other.<br><br><b>General questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S1.mp3\">What do you look for in a guy?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S2.mp3\">What kind of person do you want to meet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S3.mp3\">What type of person do you want to marry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S4.mp3\">Who is your ideal type?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S5.mp3\">How important is looks to you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S6.mp3\">Do you think physical appearance is important?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S7.mp3\">What is the first thing you look for in a guy?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>General answers for General questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S8.mp3\">I'm looking for a guy who will treat me well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S9.mp3\">I want a guy who is romantic.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S10.mp3\">I want to meet a guy who is rich.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S11.mp3\">I want a type of person that will respect me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S12.mp3\">I want someone responsible. He should be able to take care of the family both emotionally and financially.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S13.mp3\">I want a down to earth type of guy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S14.mp3\">My ideal type is a guy who is smart and sensitive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S15.mp3\">Looks are not that important to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S16.mp3\">The guy needs to be good looking to have a chance with me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L134/sentence/L134S17.mp3\">The first thing I look for in a guy is looks.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=702\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=704\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=758",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/758-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Other Emotions - Feeling Nothing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/758-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>No emotions</b><br><br>Feeling no emotions is one of the worst emotions. Many times it is described as being dead on the inside. Without emotions, it is hard to tell if you are a person. Here are some sentences I heard people say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S1.mp3\">I don't feel anything. I don't know if I'm alive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S2.mp3\">I hurt myself because it makes me feel alive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S3.mp3\">I'd rather feel pain than feel nothing at all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S4.mp3\">Not feeling anything is so depressing.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S5.mp3\">When my younger brother died, I didn't feel anything. It was worse than feeling sad.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S6.mp3\">I've never seen that guy laugh or cry. He's so emotionless.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L176/sentence/L176S7.mp3\">I wonder if she feels anything. She's so cold.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=757\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=759\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Other Emotions - Restless         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/759-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Restless</b><br><br>Being restless is an uncomfortable feeling. You feel like you want to do something, but there is nothing to do. It's hard to sit still and you have too much negative energy.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S1.mp3\">Being restless is having too much negative energy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S2.mp3\">Being restless is terrible because it's being bored when your body wants to do something.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S3.mp3\">I don't know what's wrong with me. I'm so restless.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S4.mp3\">I can't fall asleep. I'm too restless.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S5.mp3\">I'm either bored or restless. I can't tell.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S6.mp3\">I gotta find something to do, or I'll die.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S7.mp3\">It's hard for me to relax when I'm restless.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S8.mp3\">He gets restless very frequently.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L177/sentence/L177S9.mp3\">Why are you moving around so much? Are you restless?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=758\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=760\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/760-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Other Emotions - Proud         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/760-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Proud</b><br><br>You can either be proud of yourself or someone you care about, such as your children. When you are proud, it is the result of accomplishing something. Here are some sentences you can use.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S1.mp3\">I'm so proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S2.mp3\">I'm very proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S3.mp3\">You did a great job. I'm so proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S4.mp3\">My mother always tells me that she's proud of me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S5.mp3\">I bet your parents are proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S6.mp3\">You should feel proud of your accomplishment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S7.mp3\">That was awesome. You should feel proud of yourself.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S8.mp3\">I'm very proud of you, son.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S9.mp3\">I'm proud of my little brother. He did a great job.</a>\"</span><br><br>Proud can be used in a negative way. Proud can be seen as cocky or overconfident.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L178/sentence/L178S11.mp3\">I don't know why he's so proud of himself.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=759\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=761\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=232",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/232-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Appointment         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/232-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Depending on the age of your child and the reason for the appointment things may vary on what happens during the appointment.<br><br>Most appointments will include taking the height and weight of the child. Checking ears and eyes, listening to hearts and lungs, and taking blood pressure. Depending on the age of your child, vaccines might be also done. This is also a good time to talk with your doctor about any concerns or issues and simply a good time to ask questions.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly asked when making an appointment.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S1.mp3\">How is your child doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S2.mp3\">Do you have any concerns?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S3.mp3\">Is he/she eating ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S4.mp3\">Is he/she sleeping ok?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S5.mp3\">Is he/she responding to noise or their name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S6.mp3\">How are the child's bowl movements?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P232/sentence/P232S7.mp3\">Is he/she saying any words?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions just answer to your best knowledge and be honest. They are all important information for the doctor to know and see how your child is doing.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=231\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=233\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=233",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/233-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         School - Kids         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/233-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Picking a school</b><br><br>Depending on where you live you will most likely have a school assigned to you. The schools assigned to your area are public schools which offer grades kindergarten all the way up through high school. Public schools are free and are offered to all. A few other options available are private schools or even home schooling. Private schools usually require a tuition fee and vary in price and distance from where you live. Home schooling is where the parent(s) are the teachers at home educating and teaching their children. Children that are home schooled and decide to change to public or private schools usually will need to test into their appropriate grade.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when picking a school.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S1.mp3\">Are the public schools in this area good?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S2.mp3\">Do the public schools in our area have full day kindergarten?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Getting to School</b><br><br>When talking about getting to school you are simply talking about the act of 'how' your child will get to the school they are attending.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about ways to get to school.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S3.mp3\">Is there a bus stop near our house?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S4.mp3\">Can I drive my kids to school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S5.mp3\">Can my kids walk to school?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S6.mp3\">What if we miss the bus in the morning?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond or answers you might hear.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S7.mp3\">There is a bus stop right around the corner from our neighborhood.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S8.mp3\">There are no bus stops close to our neighborhood. We need to drive to the bus stop.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S9.mp3\">Yes, you can drive your kids to school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S10.mp3\">Not sure, you may want to check with the school.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S11.mp3\">Kids can walk to school if they live within a close distance from the school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S12.mp3\">Children walking to school need to be accompanied by an adult.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S13.mp3\">If you miss the bus it is your responsibility to drive your child to school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P233/sentence/P233S14.mp3\">If you miss the bus maybe you can catch a ride from a neighbor or a friend.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=232\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=234\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=234",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/234-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         After School         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/234-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>What happens after school can include a lot of decisions and planning as well. After school care, transportation, playtime with friends, sports and homework are all possible factors when making decisions about what happens after school.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about what happens after school.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S1.mp3\">Does your child need after school care?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S2.mp3\">Will your child be riding the bus home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S3.mp3\">Do you want to have play dates after school with our children?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S4.mp3\">Do you want to enroll your child in sports?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S5.mp3\">Will your child have to finish homework before playing?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S6.mp3\">Yes, both my wife and I work so we need help after school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S7.mp3\">I am a stay at home mom so I do not need any afterschool care.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S8.mp3\">Yes my child will be riding the bus home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S9.mp3\">No, I will be picking up my child after school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S10.mp3\">Sure, a play date would be fun for the kids.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S11.mp3\">Play dates are great! Let's plan some.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S12.mp3\">She does not get much homework in this grade.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P234/sentence/P234S13.mp3\">Yes, we usually have our kids finish their homework before playing.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=233\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=235\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=235",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/235-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Birthday         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/235-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Birthdays usually include a party or gathering to celebrate the life of the person whose birthday it is. Although having a party is not a necessity for birthdays, we will be going over the steps involved when deciding to have one.<br><br><b>Planning and Invites</b><br><br>The first thing you will want to do is plan a date to have the party. It does not need to be exactly on the date of the actual birth of the person the party is for. If the person's birthday falls on a Tuesday you can very well have the party on Saturday if it's more convenient. A birthday party can be a surprise, it can be at a special place, or it can happen simply at home. Coming up with a guest list and sending out invitations would be the next step. Below we will look at possible questions involved with the planning of a birthday party.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S1.mp3\">My birthday this year is on a Monday. Should I have the party on a Saturday instead?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S2.mp3\">Should we have a surprise birthday party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S3.mp3\">Who do I invite?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S4.mp3\">What's the best way to send out invitations?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S5.mp3\">Should we have people RSVP? RSVP means 'Please respond.' You are asking people to let you know if they are attending beforehand so you can plan ahead.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S6.mp3\">Should we reserve a room for the party?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S7.mp3\">Where should we get a cake?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S8.mp3\">I would have the party on Saturday then more people might be able to come.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S9.mp3\">It does not really matter, have it whenever you like.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S10.mp3\">He does not like surprises so I would just do a regular party.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S11.mp3\">A surprise party would be fun, just make sure he does not find out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S12.mp3\">I would just invite family since it's a small party.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S13.mp3\">You could invite friends and family. Make it a big party this year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S14.mp3\">You could just pass out invites when you see the people.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S15.mp3\">I would mail them since it is a surprise party.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S16.mp3\">I would have people RSVP so you will know how many people are coming.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S17.mp3\">Having people RSVP lets you plan the party easier.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S18.mp3\">I would reserve a room so no one else is using it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S19.mp3\">They require a reservation so they can plan ahead for your party.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S20.mp3\">We should get a cake at the bakery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P235/sentence/P235S21.mp3\">We should get an ice cream cake from the ice cream store.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=234\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=236\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Set Up         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/236-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Setting up for a party can be time consuming and sometimes expensive. Make sure you plan ahead and set up early if you can. How much you decorate depends on how much you want to spend. If you decide to reserve a party room they typically will decorate and even cater the party, which will add to the cost.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when setting up for a party.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S1.mp3\">Should we reserve a room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S2.mp3\">Should we get there early to decorate?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S3.mp3\">Should we buy decorations?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S4.mp3\">Should we have the party catered?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S5.mp3\">If we reserve a room we can have them decorate for us.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S6.mp3\">Let's just have the party here at home to save money.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S7.mp3\">Yes if we get there early we can decorate and be done with it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S8.mp3\">Not really, we can decorate anytime.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S9.mp3\">Yes we should go out and buy lots of decorations.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S10.mp3\">We can just use stuff we have around here. We can just make a couple signs.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S11.mp3\">Having it catered would be great! Then we do not have to cook.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P236/sentence/P236S12.mp3\">Catering is too expensive. Let's just cook the food ourselves.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=235\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=237\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         The Party         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/237-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>After all of the hard work planning for the party it's time to enjoy yourselves. Make sure the guest of honor is having a good time and remember this party is about THEM.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when setting up for a party.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S1.mp3\">When is he going to open presents?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S2.mp3\">When are we going to have cake?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S3.mp3\">How did you find the caterers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S4.mp3\">Should we yell SURPRISE when he walks in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S5.mp3\">Are we going to play any games?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S6.mp3\">He will open presents after we eat.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S7.mp3\">I think he will open presents after we eat some cake.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S8.mp3\">We will have some cake later on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S9.mp3\">I am not sure. Did they get a cake?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S10.mp3\">I found the caterers on the internet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S11.mp3\">My neighbor recommended the caterer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S12.mp3\">Yes, we should all hide. Then when he walks in we jump out and yell SURPRISE!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S13.mp3\">Don't yell too loud, you might scare grandpa.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S14.mp3\">I think we are going to do some karaoke.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P237/sentence/P237S15.mp3\">They have some games scheduled for later on.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=236\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=238\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Vacations         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/238-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you have a job, vacations are a time spent away from it, or a vacation may just be time spent relaxing and taking a break from your daily responsibilities. Vacations can be as simple as staying home and relaxing with family to going on a trip somewhere to get away.<br><br><b>Planning a Vacation</b><br><br>Planning a vacation properly can make all the difference between having a fun, relaxing time to being stressed and not knowing what to do. If you decide to just stay home for a vacation then relaxing with family or friends might work just fine but if traveling, you may want to put in some research into what to do and when to do it. If visiting family or friends make sure they are able to take time away from their own jobs to spend quality time with you. If you are going to another state or country, checking travel requirements, weather, and accommodation will help make it a better experience. If you are employed it is a good idea to ask for the time off before scheduling anything. That way you can be sure of dates and times you will be gone.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when planning a vacation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S1.mp3\">How far in advance should I ask for vacation time?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S2.mp3\">How do I find out if I need a passport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S3.mp3\">How do I get a passport?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S4.mp3\">How do I find out about fun places to visit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S5.mp3\">How far in advance should I book a place to stay?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S6.mp3\">Should I use a travel agency?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S7.mp3\">Should I contact family or friends to make sure we can visit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S8.mp3\">Should we go to an all-inclusive resort?</a>\"</span><br><br>All-inclusive means you pay ahead of time for your rooms, food and beverages. Sometimes it helps to cut down on costs.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S9.mp3\">What if we do not speak the language of the place we are going to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S10.mp3\">What if we need to rent a car?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S11.mp3\">I would ask for vacation time months in advance if you can.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S12.mp3\">The earlier you ask the better chance you have of getting the time off.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S13.mp3\">Once you decide where you are going I would call the airport and ask them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S14.mp3\">If you travel outside of the United States you will need a passport.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S15.mp3\">You can apply for a passport at a local Government Agency.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S16.mp3\">Check online for information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S17.mp3\">You could go to the book store and look at travel books or brochures.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S18.mp3\">I would get online and do some research on places you are interested.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S19.mp3\">It depends on where you are going. I would call and ask them how far in advance they take reservations.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S20.mp3\">I would call them as soon as you decide on where to go.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S21.mp3\">You can sometimes get good deals and information from a travel agency.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S22.mp3\">I would just do it yourself. You can find out all the information online.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S23.mp3\">Yes I would contact them to make sure they are available when you visit.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S24.mp3\">If you can visit when they have time off you will be able to do more together.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S25.mp3\">An all-inclusive resort would be nice so everything is already paid for.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S26.mp3\">I would rather just stay at a hotel and pay for things as we do them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S27.mp3\">You can buy a book to bring a along to help translate.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S28.mp3\">You could study a bit before you go to learn a few new words.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S29.mp3\">I would call ahead of time and reserve a car from a car rental agency.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P238/sentence/P238S30.mp3\">I would check with the place you are staying to see if they have car rentals.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Getting There</b><br><br>Once you have scheduled a vacation and have decided to travel, you must now consider some sort of transportation. A lot depends on how far you are going, where you are going, and how fast you need to get there. Options might include traveling by airplane, car or even train. Checking prices, requirements for travel, and whether or not the mode of transportation goes to the destination are all the things to consider. If traveling by plane or train, make sure you book your seats months in advance if possible to assure a spot. A lot of times the price of traveling will change depending on your choice of seats and the time of year. So make sure you consider all when making reservations.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=237\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=239\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         On Vacation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/239-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>While on vacation you can simply hang out and relax at the beach, enjoy time with friends and family, or go sightseeing. It all depends on what you want and a lot of times what you can afford.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when on a vacation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S1.mp3\">Should we do any sightseeing on vacation?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S2.mp3\">What places should we visit?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S3.mp3\">What if we do not speak the language of the country we are in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S4.mp3\">How do we know good places to eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S5.mp3\">How do we book any excursions?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S6.mp3\">It is always fun to visit historical places while on vacation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S7.mp3\">Depends on what you like to do. Sightseeing can be a fun way to discover new places.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S8.mp3\">You can always ask the hotel for recommendations on what to see.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S9.mp3\">You can read in a historical travel book and fun things to see and do.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S10.mp3\">Try and find someone to help answer your questions at your hotel.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S11.mp3\">Bring along a language book to look up words so you can communicate better.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S12.mp3\">A good idea is to ask the locals where to eat. They can give you good advice on places you might not normally go.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S13.mp3\">I would ask the concierge at the hotel.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S14.mp3\">Sometimes you can book excursions with the concierge at the hotel.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P239/sentence/P239S15.mp3\">You can book them beforehand through the travel agency.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=238\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=240\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Family and Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/240-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When you have discussions with family and close friends, you usually speak the language you are most comfortable with. Therefore, this lesson will not focus on the sentences you use to speak with your family, but it will focus more on the sentences you use when you are talking to someone about your family or your close friends.<br><br>Here are some questions you can ask when talking about family.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S1.mp3\">How are your parents doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S2.mp3\">Are your parents healthy and well?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S3.mp3\">Do you still live with your parents?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S4.mp3\">Do you live near any family members?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S5.mp3\">Where do your in-laws live?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S6.mp3\">Do you see your family frequently?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S7.mp3\">Do you ever have family reunions?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can respond to these types of questions in multiple ways. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S8.mp3\">My parents are doing well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S9.mp3\">My father is getting old, but otherwise, healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S10.mp3\">My mother has been complaining about chest pains. I hope it isn't anything serious.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S11.mp3\">Yeah. I live with my parents. It saves me some rent money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S12.mp3\">Just for another year until I get back on my feet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S13.mp3\">No. I moved out several years ago. I have my own apartment now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S14.mp3\">My in-laws are in Ohio.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S15.mp3\">I grew up in Florida, so my in-laws are there. We moved to California 5 years ago.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S16.mp3\">My family lives in the area so I usually see them once a month.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S17.mp3\">My family lives pretty far away, so I only see them a couple times a year.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S18.mp3\">We have a family reunion every 5 years.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S19.mp3\">No, but I wish we could.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P240/sentence/P240S20.mp3\">We used to, but everyone is too busy these days, so we haven't had one in a while now.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=239\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=241\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking about Friends         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/241-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Having lifelong friends is a great conversational topic. Many questions are related towards how long they have been friends.<br><br>Here are some questions you can ask when talking about friends.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S1.mp3\">How long have you guys been friends?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S2.mp3\">How long have you known each other?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S3.mp3\">Did you grow up together?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S4.mp3\">Did you go to school together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S5.mp3\">So how did you meet?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some example you can use to respond to these types of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S6.mp3\">We've been friends since elementary school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S7.mp3\">I think it's been like 20 years.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S8.mp3\">We grew up together. Our parents lived pretty close so we were basically neighbors.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S9.mp3\">We went to the same school since the 5th grade.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S10.mp3\">We met in middle school and started going to the same school from the 7th grade.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S11.mp3\">We started going to the same school at the University of Washington.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S12.mp3\">We met at church when we were young. We have been close friends since.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P241/sentence/P241S13.mp3\">We met in high school in our English class.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=240\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=242\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pregnancy and Birth         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/242-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Expecting a baby can be both exciting and a nervous time. For first time parents you are deciding on a hospital for delivery, doctors for child care, deciding on birth classes, curious about what you are having, and preparation for home just to name a few. For second, third, or even forth time parent's things may be a bit easier and relaxed. We will be taking a look more at the experience or events of first time parents.<br><br><b>Pregnancy</b><br><br>Having a doctor you feel comfortable with and like will help make the pregnancy process a bit easier. The mother as well as the baby will be going through changes and having someone to answer all your questions will be helpful. You will need to go in for exams, have ultrasounds and continue to check the overall health of mom and the baby.<br><br>Here are some questions you may be asked if you are pregnant. If you feel comfortable answering you can, but pregnancy is personal so it is ok to not answer questions especially asked by strangers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S1.mp3\">How far a long are you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S2.mp3\">Are you having a boy or girl?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S3.mp3\">Do you have names picked out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S4.mp3\">Is this your first child?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S5.mp3\">What hospital are you delivering at?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S6.mp3\">What are some things that you need?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some ways you can answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S7.mp3\">6 months.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S8.mp3\">I am in the 8th month.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S9.mp3\">I am having a boy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S10.mp3\">I am having another boy.</a>\"</span> (If this is your second boy.)<br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S11.mp3\">We are having a girl.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S12.mp3\">We thought a lot about names, but we haven't decided on one yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S13.mp3\">We don't know if it is a boy or girl, so we haven't decided on a name.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S14.mp3\">If it is a boy, we picked Mark, and if it is a girl, we decided on Jennifer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S15.mp3\">This is our 5th child.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S16.mp3\">No. We have 2 other children.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S17.mp3\">We are going to Bellevue hospital.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S18.mp3\">We will be delivering at Overlake hospital.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S19.mp3\">Thank you for offering, but we don't need anything right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P242/sentence/P242S20.mp3\">I think we have everything we need, but I'll let you know if I need something. Thank you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=241\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=243\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pregnancy Checkups         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/243-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>You will go to checkups throughout your pregnancy. This will help assure you and your baby are staying healthy and things are going well. This is also a good time to ask your doctor questions.<br><br>Here are some questions you might ask at a checkup.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S1.mp3\">I am having a bit of back pain, any recommendations?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S2.mp3\">How is my baby doing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S3.mp3\">What should I be eating?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S4.mp3\">Is there anything I should not be eating?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S5.mp3\">Can I fly on the airplane?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S6.mp3\">Is it ok to exercise?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S7.mp3\">Can I still take my medication?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some questions your doctor might ask you during your checkup.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S8.mp3\">How are things going?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S9.mp3\">Are you getting any sleep?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S10.mp3\">Are you in any pain?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S11.mp3\">How is your appetite?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S12.mp3\">Do you want to know the sex of your baby?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some ways you can answer. Providing as much information will allow the doctor to help you.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S13.mp3\">I'm having a lot of morning sickness and I can't hold anything down.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S14.mp3\">I feel tired all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S15.mp3\">I get a lot of heart burn. It is very uncomfortable and I can't eat well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P243/sentence/P243S16.mp3\">I am hungry all the time. I am eating so much. Is it okay to eat so much?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=242\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=244\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Birth         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/244-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The time has come for the baby to be born. <br><br>Here are some questions that might be asked to the mother or doctor at the hospital.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S1.mp3\">Did your water break?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S2.mp3\">How far along are your contractions?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S3.mp3\">Are you in any pain?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S4.mp3\">Do you need to call any family?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S5.mp3\">Do you need an epidural?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S6.mp3\">Can I get you anything?</a>\"</span><br><br>When it is time to have a baby, here are some sentences you might need.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S7.mp3\">Doctor, I think my water broke. I will need to come in to the hospital immediately.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S8.mp3\">My contractions are 5 minutes apart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S9.mp3\">I am having contractions every 10 minutes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S10.mp3\">I have severe cramps.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S11.mp3\">Can I call my mother?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S12.mp3\">What are the side effects of having an epidural?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S13.mp3\">I would like to get an epidural.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P244/sentence/P244S14.mp3\">Does it hurt to get an epidural?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=243\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=245\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Neighbors         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/245-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Neighbors are people who live in your neighborhood. You may live in a large neighborhood with lots of homes or a small cul de sac with just a few homes. Neighbors can even include people who live upstairs or downstairs from you in an apartment complex.<br><br><b>Introductions</b><br><br>Here are a few statements you can use when meeting a neighbor:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S1.mp3\">Hello, my name is Jack.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S2.mp3\">This is my wife, Suzie.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S3.mp3\">I live next door to you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S4.mp3\">I live downstairs from you.</a>\"</span><br><br>These statements are all good ways of letting someone know something simple about you.<br><br>Here are some questions you can ask when speaking to a neighbor.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S5.mp3\">What is your name?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S6.mp3\">How long have you lived in the neighborhood?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S7.mp3\">What do you do for work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S8.mp3\">Do you have any children?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S9.mp3\">Where are you from?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P245/sentence/P245S10.mp3\">Hi, how are you doing?</a>\"</span><br><br>You may be asked the same questions from a neighbor. If this happens, just answer them the best you can. These questions are a good way to initiate a conversation and a way to find out more about one another.<br><br><b>Hanging out with Neighbors</b><br><br>After meeting your neighbors you may want to spend more time with them. You can invite them over for a barbeque, for a drink, or even just hang out outside in the neighborhood. Just do the best you can talking and asking questions. Enjoy the time together to learn more about one another and have fun. Questions will come to you as you get to know them better and you will hopefully begin to feel more comfortable.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=244\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=246\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Organizing Time         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/246-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Being able to manage your time efficiently can help relieve some stress of trying to get things done and also help accomplish goals in the proper time frame. We will take a look at a few different ways to better/help manage your time wisely.<br><br><b>Organizing Time</b><br><br>Just as stated above, managing your time can be an important tool in performing jobs in a time frame as well helping with some of the stress that comes with getting things done. Here are a number of ways/tools to help manage your time wisely. Using a daily calendar to mark down appointments, commitments, or special events will help remind you of what needs to be done. A monthly calendar can basically work the same way as a daily one but enable you to plan ahead far in advance.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when organizing your time.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S1.mp3\">What is the best tool to organize time/appointments?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S2.mp3\">Should I use monthly or a weekly planner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S3.mp3\">Should I carry my planner with me?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Daily Planner</b><br><br>A daily planner will help you schedule your time wisely when dealing with a busy life full of events. Using a daily planner can help organize meetings, lunch plans and other responsibilities throughout your day. Daily planners come in all shapes and sizes. From writing things down to using an electronic planner, lots of options are available.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when using a daily planner.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S4.mp3\">How do I know what to use as a daily planner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S5.mp3\">If I use an electronic planner should I set reminders?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S6.mp3\">What if I have more things to do than the time to do it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S7.mp3\">What if I need to cancel something?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S8.mp3\">What if I need to make an appointment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P246/sentence/P246S9.mp3\">If I have someone at work who plans for me should I still keep a planner?</a>\"</span><br><br>Monthly Planner/Yearly Planner<br><br>A monthly or yearly planner is essentially the same as a daily planner except the fact that they allow you to plan far in advance. Just as daily planners can be as simple as writing things down on a calendar or using an electronic device to keep track, the same methods can be applied on a monthly or yearly planner. Managing your time, making and keeping appointments, and keeping notified of special events are all functions of a planner. <br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=245\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=247\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Habits and Health         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/247-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Habits and heath are popular topics with almost everyone. From listening to the radio, watching T.V, or talking with friends, the topic of habits and health seem to always come up. Habits can include such things as smoking, drinking and eating and health topics can include dieting to exercising. Talking about these subjects with others depends on your comfort level or interest on the subjects. Often times these subjects come up because of curiosity or even by someone looking for other options. While information on these subjects is readily available for people to research on their own, it is important when talking about them to be caring and show respect while not telling someone what they SHOULD be doing but instead talk about your experience and thoughts while lending some support. <br><br><b>Habits</b><br><br>The definition of a habit is an unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent repetition. Although you hear a lot about 'bad' habits, not all are. You could have a habit of shaking hands when greeting someone or a habit of looking both ways before you cross the street for example. But without a doubt the 'bad' habits are the ones you will hear the most about and the ones people like to discuss. Below you will find some questions associated with bad habits.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S1.mp3\">How can I stop smoking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S2.mp3\">How can I cut down on drinking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S3.mp3\">How can I reduce my eating?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S4.mp3\">I should stop smoking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S5.mp3\">I think I drink too much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S6.mp3\">I have to watch what I eat.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S7.mp3\">I have a bad habit of interrupting people when they speak.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S8.mp3\">I have a habit of smoking when I drink.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P247/sentence/P247S9.mp3\">Why are most habits bad for you? I wish I had a habit of eating vegetables.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=246\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=248\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Health         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/248-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Our health is an important subject for all of us. How much we eat, how much we exercise and how much we sleep are all topics of discussion when mentioning health. The United States in particular is surrounded by conversations of obesity, but on the flip side one of the greatest consumers of health care products. As popular of a subject health is it can also be an uncomfortable one. People who are overweight might not be as comfortable talking about health, so try and be aware of the person you are talking to's feelings.<br><br>Here are some questions and statements commonly used when talking about health.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S1.mp3\">How do I find a good gym?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S2.mp3\">What vitamin supplements do you use?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S3.mp3\">How often do you go to the doctors to get a regular check up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S4.mp3\">Now that I am getting older, I wonder what I have to do to stay healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S5.mp3\">I need to find a good way to exercise without putting too much pressure on my knees.</a>\"</span><br><br>You may also find yourself asking some of these questions:<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S6.mp3\">Have you ever been on a successful diet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S7.mp3\">Have you ever tried yoga?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S8.mp3\">Have you ever used a personal trainer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S9.mp3\">Do you belong to a gym?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S10.mp3\">How do I find information on diet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S11.mp3\">What is some healthy food?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P248/sentence/P248S12.mp3\">Should I use a weight loss system/company?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=247\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=249\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=249",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sleeping and Dreams         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/249-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Getting a good night sleep is an important part of your health and overall happiness. Sleeping well can insure you are rested for the next day and able to perform properly at work and school. Lots of things can interfere with a good night sleep from babies crying in the middle of the night to having a lot on our minds. People in general require different amounts of sleep to function properly throughout the day although the recommended amount of sleep is typically 8 hours. <br><br>Here are some statements about sleep you might say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S1.mp3\">I wish I could sleep more, but I have too much to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S2.mp3\">I usually sleep 6 hours a day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S3.mp3\">I have a hard time falling asleep, and also a hard time waking up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S4.mp3\">When I lay down to sleep, I am usually asleep in matter of minutes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S5.mp3\">I wake up automatically at 6am every morning.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S6.mp3\">I am having a hard time sleeping.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S7.mp3\">I got a new bed yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S8.mp3\">My husband snores a lot.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S9.mp3\">I am not getting a lot of sleep with our new baby at home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S10.mp3\">My neighbor's dog keep waking us up at night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P249/sentence/P249S11.mp3\">The storm last night kept me from getting a good night sleep.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=248\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=250\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=250",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/250-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dreams         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/250-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Dreams are very interesting and can be a topic of discussion in many situations. Here are some sentences to start some of these discussions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S1.mp3\">I had a really bad nightmare last night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S2.mp3\">I keep having the same dreams over and over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S3.mp3\">I had a great dream last night and I really didn't want to wake up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S4.mp3\">I rarely have dreams that I remember.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S5.mp3\">I had this weird dream where I was flying through the mall. What do you think it means?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S6.mp3\">I have a recurring dream where I am walking through the woods in a green costume. Do you know what it means?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S7.mp3\">I had a dog when I was young, and I often dream about him.</a>\"</span><br><br>When dealing with children, they can get nightmares if they watch a scary television show. You can use some of these sentences to talk to your children or to talk to other people about this problem.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S8.mp3\">You can't watch that show because you'll have a bad dream.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S9.mp3\">You know you'll get nightmares if you watch something scary.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S10.mp3\">Are you sure you want to watch that show? It might be a little scary.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S11.mp3\">My son kept me up all night because he couldn't fall asleep after watching a movie. I shouldn't let him see anything like that anymore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S12.mp3\">The daycare had a movie day and although it was a children's movie, my kid had nightmares.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P250/sentence/P250S13.mp3\">Even babies have dreams. One day my 1 year old daughter woke up screaming pointing to the bed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=249\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=251\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=251",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/251-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hair Cut and Massages         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/251-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Although some men enjoy massages and are picky about where they get their hair cut these are generally more talked about by women. Women usually go to a salon to get hair cut and some salons offer more than just hair cutting services. Salons can offer a number of different massages, pedicures and manicures.<br><br><b>Choosing a Salon</b><br><br>Finding a good place to get your hair done is usually done by word of mouth. Meaning someone has recommended one to you or you liked someone's haircut and asked them where they go.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when choosing a salon.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S1.mp3\">I like your hair cut, where did you go to get it cut?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S2.mp3\">Will I need an appointment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S3.mp3\">What other things do they offer there?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S4.mp3\">Do they sell hair products?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S5.mp3\">How much do they charge?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S6.mp3\">How far in advance should I book an appointment?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Booking an appointment</b><br><br>Once you have chosen a salon now it is time to book an appointment. Simply calling them on the phone will do. Sometimes by checking on the internet or simply by calling you can check on prices and other options like what kind of massages they offer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S7.mp3\">Where are you looking to get your hair done?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S8.mp3\">Did you need to get your hair colored?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S9.mp3\">When did you want to try and come in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S10.mp3\">Did you want to book a pedicure?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S11.mp3\">Did you want to book a massage?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S12.mp3\">Do you prefer male or female for your massage?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P251/sentence/P251S13.mp3\">What type of massage do you like?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=250\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=252\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=252",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         At the Salon         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/252-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Once you have booked your appointment and have arrived at the salon, you will need to communicate what you want. First, they might ask you some of these questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S1.mp3\">How would you like your hair cut?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S2.mp3\">What are we doing for you today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S3.mp3\">What can I do for you today?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S4.mp3\">What did you want to do with your hair?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S5.mp3\">Did you want a manicure or a pedicure?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S6.mp3\">Did you want your nails done?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S7.mp3\">What color nail polish would you like?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S8.mp3\">Are you in for a hair cut or a perm?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S9.mp3\">Did you want to color your hair today?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S10.mp3\">So what color were you thinking for your hair today?</a>\"</span><br><br>To make sure you get what you want, it is important to be clear on your expectations. Use some of these sentences to express what you want.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S11.mp3\">I only want a trim.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S12.mp3\">Can you cut about 2 inches off the length?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S13.mp3\">I want 1 inch off the top and the sides blended in.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S14.mp3\">Can you layer my hair?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S15.mp3\">I would like a straight perm today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S16.mp3\">Can you color my hair to brown?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S17.mp3\">I would like my nails done please.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P252/sentence/P252S18.mp3\">A pedicure with red nail polish please.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=251\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=253\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=253",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Books and Magazines         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/253-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Books and magazines contain a wealth of information. Learning new things, finding information needed to help with projects or simply a way to escape from the everyday world are some of the many reasons why people read books and magazines. Reading books is also a great way to spend time with your children for fun, or to share what you have learned with family and friends.<br><br>Here are some questions you might ask while at a bookstore.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S1.mp3\">What are some of the bestsellers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S2.mp3\">What are some new releases?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S3.mp3\">Where can I find books by a particular author?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S4.mp3\">Where is the children's section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S5.mp3\">Do you have books on animals?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S6.mp3\">Do you offer a membership for customers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S7.mp3\">Does this magazine have monthly or yearly subscription?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S8.mp3\">Can I get a subscription sent to my business?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S9.mp3\">Can I reserve a book?</a>\"</span><br><br>You can also make many statements about books to your friends.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S10.mp3\">I just finished reading a book on money management. It was very informative.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S11.mp3\">I love reading. If I am not out, I am usually in my room reading a book.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S12.mp3\">My favorite types of books are autobiographies.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S13.mp3\">The new fiction bestseller was fun. You have to read it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S14.mp3\">Buying books as a present is not appreciated by the kid, but the parents usually love them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P253/sentence/P253S15.mp3\">I really like getting books as a gift.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=252\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=231",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/231-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pediatric Care         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/231-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A doctor that specializes in pediatrics is a children's doctor. Choosing the right one can make you feel more comfortable as well as make it a good experience for your child.<br><br><b>Choosing a Doctor</b><br><br>When choosing a doctor for your child you can ask your friends or family for recommendations, try one out simply by finding them on the internet, or using one supplied by the hospital where your child was born. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when choosing a doctor.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S1.mp3\">Do you have a recommendation for a Pediatric doctor?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S2.mp3\">Can the hospital my child was born at recommend any?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S3.mp3\">Can I visit the doctor's office before going there?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S4.mp3\">Are there reviews on Pediatric doctors?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S5.mp3\">Do I just call to make an appointment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S6.mp3\">Will I need to go to certain doctors because of insurance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S7.mp3\">What if I do not have any insurance?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S8.mp3\">We have one we have used for years, I will give you her name and number.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S9.mp3\">I know of a couple really good ones. I will call you with their information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S10.mp3\">Sure, they can usually provide you with a list.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S11.mp3\">Sometimes they can give you names and numbers of doctors associated with their hospital.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S12.mp3\">You should be able to visit before your appointment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S13.mp3\">I would call and ask them first. Each office can be different.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S14.mp3\">Sometimes you can find reviews on the internet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S15.mp3\">I would just go off of recommendations.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S16.mp3\">Just call and tell them you are a new patient.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S17.mp3\">You can call or just stop in. If you stop in you can see the office first hand.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S18.mp3\">Most insurance companies have a network of doctors associated with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S19.mp3\">Yes, I would get a list of doctors from my insurance company.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S20.mp3\">You do not need insurance but you will have to pay for everything yourself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P231/sentence/P231S21.mp3\">I would check. Some places require that you have medical insurance.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=230\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=232\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=230",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/230-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Problems with your teeth         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/230-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you are having any pain or problems with your teeth you should go see a dentist, as soon as possible. If you wait, you may make things worse. Below are some things you can tell the dentist you are experiencing.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S1.mp3\">I have a really bad tooth ache.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S2.mp3\">My teeth are really sensitive when I eat or drink things that are hot or cold.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S3.mp3\">My gums bleed when I brush my teeth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S4.mp3\">My tooth is loose.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S5.mp3\">I think I might have cracked my tooth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P230/sentence/P230S6.mp3\">It hurts when I bite down.</a>\"</span><br><br>The answers to all of these depend on you and your dentist. Just make sure you call and make an appointment if any of these occur.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=229\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=231\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dentist Check Ups         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/229-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Checkups are appointments to your dentist where they examine your mouth for overall health and usually include some sort of cleaning. Check ups are an important part of keeping a healthy mouth as well as a way of catching any possible problems before they cause any pain or discomfort. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when asking about checkups.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S1.mp3\">How often should I go in for checkups?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S2.mp3\">Do they clean your teeth at checkups?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S3.mp3\">Will they take x rays at my check up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S4.mp3\">Can I ask questions if I have any concerns?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S5.mp3\">Do I really need checkups?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S6.mp3\">Will I have to get any fillings?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S7.mp3\">Normally you should go in for a checkup every six months.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S8.mp3\">I would ask your dentist and see what they recommend for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S9.mp3\">My dentist cleans my teeth at my check ups.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S10.mp3\">Usually they do. It feels good when they are done.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S11.mp3\">Sometimes they take x-rays to check your teeth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S12.mp3\">I think they only take x-rays if they have not seen you before.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S13.mp3\">Yes, this is a time to ask questions if you have them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S14.mp3\">Ask all the questions you want. They will try and help you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S15.mp3\">Check ups help keep your mouth clean and healthy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S16.mp3\">Check ups are a good way to find any problems before they begin to hurt.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S17.mp3\">If you have any cavities then you will have to get a filling.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P229/sentence/P229S18.mp3\">Fillings are not normally part of a check up.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=228\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=230\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=228",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/228-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Dental Care         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/228-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Picking a Dentist</b><br><br>Going to the dentist is an important part of your health. With some of the anxieties that sometimes come with visiting the dentist, choosing the right one can be beneficial. Sometimes using recommendations from friends or family is a good way to find a dentist you will like.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when picking a dentist.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S1.mp3\">I am nervous about going to the dentist, do you have any recommendations for one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S2.mp3\">Should I go to a dentist that I saw an advertisement for?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S3.mp3\">Are there any dentist just for children?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S4.mp3\">How do I make an appointment if I have never been to this dentist before?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S5.mp3\">Do I need to have dental insurance?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S6.mp3\">My dentist is really nice. I think it would be a good experience for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S7.mp3\">My dentist will let you come in and just talk at first. That way you can get comfortable with each other.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S8.mp3\">Sure, you can try a dentist you are unfamiliar with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S9.mp3\">Go for it. If you do not like him you can always go somewhere else.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S10.mp3\">There are dentists that specialize just in children. I would look on the internet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S11.mp3\">My dentist will see children or adults and is great with both.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S12.mp3\">I would just call and tell them you are a new patient and you would like to schedule an appointment.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S13.mp3\">You could always stop by and make an appointment.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S14.mp3\">Most places require dental insurance.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P228/sentence/P228S15.mp3\">I don't think you need insurance but you will need to pay for things up front.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=227\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=229\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=227",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Selling a Car         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/227-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There comes a time when you will need to sell your car. You may need a bigger one, or smaller one. You may want one less expensive or one that is better on gas. Make sure you research how much your car is worth as well as viable ways of advertising it before you attempt to sell.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when selling a car.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S1.mp3\">How should I advertise my car to sell?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S2.mp3\">Should I fix any issues with my car before selling it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S3.mp3\">Should I research how much it is worth before selling it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S4.mp3\">Will I get more if I trade it in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S5.mp3\">Should I be firm on the price I am asking?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S6.mp3\">There are many ways to advertise. You can use the newspaper, the internet, or even put a sign in it that says For Sale.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S7.mp3\">I would advertise in a local car selling/buying magazine. A lot of people will see it there.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S8.mp3\">You can fix any issues if you want. It might up the value of the car when you sell it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S9.mp3\">I would just be honest and inform people it has something wrong with it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S10.mp3\">Definitely research how much it is worth. That way you can be sure to sell for the right price.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S11.mp3\">I would just sell it for what you owe on it. If you already own it then I might look up how much it is worth.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S12.mp3\">I would try and trade it in if you are buying a new car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S13.mp3\">I would try and sell it, you will probably get more money for it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S14.mp3\">Once you find out how much it is worth, some people price cars at a higher price to try and make money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P227/sentence/P227S15.mp3\">I would ask for more than it's worth, then you can lower the price and still get what you want.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=226\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=228\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=226",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/226-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Car Maintenance         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/226-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Proper maintenance on your car can help assure it will run smoothly and last you a long time.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about the maintenance of your car.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S1.mp3\">How often should I change the oil in my car?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S2.mp3\">Should I rotate the tires?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S3.mp3\">What type of gas should I put into it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S4.mp3\">Should I get tune ups?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S5.mp3\">Should I keep it outside or in my garage?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S6.mp3\">Normally you should change your oil every 3000 miles.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S7.mp3\">Yes change your oil when it gets low.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S8.mp3\">Rotating your tires will make them last longer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S9.mp3\">Rotating your tires will keep them in good condition and keep you safe.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S10.mp3\">Most cars use unleaded gas.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S11.mp3\">I would check your car manual. You don't want to put the wrong gas in your car, it can ruin it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S12.mp3\">Tune ups keep your car running smoothly.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S13.mp3\">Tune ups are good and you may find something that needs replaced that you would normally not know about.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S14.mp3\">If you have a garage I would use it. It will keep your car safe from the weather.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P226/sentence/P226S15.mp3\">If you don't have a garage just keep it in your driveway.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=225\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=227\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Car         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/225-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The purchasing of a new car can be a fun experience as long as you do some research beforehand. You might want to consider price, condition the car is in, your needs and the practicality of the vehicle. All are important factors in deciding which car is best for you.<br><br><b>Purchasing a Car</b><br><br>Purchasing a car can be both exciting and intimidating. Knowing what you want, how much the car is worth and how much you can afford are all important factors. Sometimes dealing with car salesman you will want to know these points beforehand. If you an uncomfortable bargaining with a salesman just have an idea of what you can afford and stick with it.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when purchasing a car.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S1.mp3\">How can I check what a car is worth?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S2.mp3\">Can I check if the car has been in any major wrecks in the past?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S3.mp3\">Should I consider financing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S4.mp3\">Does the car have a warranty?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S5.mp3\">Can I negotiate price?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S6.mp3\">Should I buy used or new?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S7.mp3\">There are different ways to check. A common place is called the Kelley Blue Book.</a>\"</span><br><br>The Kelley Blue Book is a trusted prices, values and reviews of cars.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S8.mp3\">You might be able to look up prices on the internet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S9.mp3\">You can ask for a 'history' on the car from the salesman to check if there are any past accidents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S10.mp3\">There are websites where you can look up the history of a car. Just search for them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S11.mp3\">Almost all car companies offer financing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S12.mp3\">I would try and pay cash but if you can't afford the entire car you may need to finance.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S13.mp3\">All cars have some sort of warranty. Check with the car dealership.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S14.mp3\">Warranties are good in case you need anything fixed.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S15.mp3\">Just know how much you can spend and only spend that much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S16.mp3\">You can try and negotiate if you're comfortable with it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S17.mp3\">Used or new depends on you and what you need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P225/sentence/P225S18.mp3\">You can usually spend less money buying a used car. Just make sure it is in good shape.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=224\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=226\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Driving         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/224-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Once you have obtained a legal drivers license in your state, you are now able to drive. You should be knowledgeable on the laws and regulations regarding where you live.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S1.mp3\">Do I need to have car insurance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S2.mp3\">Can I talk on my phone when diving?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S3.mp3\">What if I get caught speeding.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S4.mp3\">What are the carpool lanes for?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S5.mp3\">What if I have car trouble?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S6.mp3\">What if I get into a wreck?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S7.mp3\">If I have my license in one state can I drive in another state?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S8.mp3\">Some states require car insurance. Make sure you find out before driving.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S9.mp3\">If you do not have car insurance and hit someone you are responsible to pay for the damages.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S10.mp3\">In some states talking on the phone while driving is illegal, check you laws first.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S11.mp3\">Always use a blue tooth device so you can concentrate on the road.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S12.mp3\">If you get caught speeding just calmly do what the police officer asks you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S13.mp3\">You will most likely get a ticket and have to pay a fine.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S14.mp3\">Carpool lanes are for cars with two people or more inside.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S15.mp3\">Carpool lanes are for motorcycles and cars with a lot of people.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S16.mp3\">If you have car trouble you can use a cell phone to call for help.</a>\"</span><br><br>Some people use a service called AAA. It stands for American Automotive Association. You can become a member by joining and paying a yearly fee.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S17.mp3\">You can wave down someone to help you or just wait for help.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S18.mp3\">You should wait for the police to come and help handle things.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S19.mp3\">You should get each others insurance and personal information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S20.mp3\">Yes, you can drive from state to state with your license.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P224/sentence/P224S21.mp3\">If you move permanently to another state you will need to get a driver's license for THAT state.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Other options besides driving</b><br><br>There are other options for transportation besides driving your car. You could ride the bus to work. You could ride a bike or use the public subway system if they have one. You may also choose to carpool. Carpooling is when you share a ride with friend(s) to cut down on the amount of traffic on the roads.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=223\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=225\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Driving a Car         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/223-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Knowing the rules of the road and how to operate a car properly are all important factors in staying safe while driving, both for your safety and others. <br><br><b>Getting a License</b><br><br>Getting your license is the first step in becoming a driver. Most states have certain regulations on how to go about getting one. Most require some sort of written test as well as an actual driving test. You can usually pick up study booklets with the information you will need to know to pass the test. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when preparing to get your license.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S1.mp3\">Where do I get my study material?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S2.mp3\">Where is a good place to practice my driving?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S3.mp3\">Should I learn on an automatic or a stick shift?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S4.mp3\">Does someone need to be with me when I am practicing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S5.mp3\">Is the driving test difficult?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S6.mp3\">Will my driver's license be good in other states?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S7.mp3\">What happens if I fail my test?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S8.mp3\">You will need to call your local DMV to set up an appointment to take your test.</a>\"</span> DMV stands for Department of Motor Vehicles.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S9.mp3\">Call a DMV to set up a date.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S10.mp3\">You can get your study material at the DMV.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S11.mp3\">You may want to call the DMV and see if they offer the study material online.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S12.mp3\">Practice in a safe place with no one around.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S13.mp3\">Maybe an empty parking lot would be a good place.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S14.mp3\">I would recommend learning on a stick shift. That way driving an automatic will be easy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S15.mp3\">I prefer learning on an automatic, it's just easier.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S16.mp3\">Yes, you need to have a licensed driver with you while practicing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S17.mp3\">You first need to get a learners permit before practicing to drive.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S18.mp3\">If you study for the driving test you should be ok.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S19.mp3\">I did ok on the written test but had a bit of trouble on the driving part.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S20.mp3\">You can drive from state to state with a legal driver's license from where you live.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S21.mp3\">Yes it is good if driving to other states but if you move to another state, the laws may be different and you will need to get a license for that state.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S22.mp3\">If you fail the test you can take it again at another time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P223/sentence/P223S23.mp3\">Stay positive! You're going to do just fine.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=222\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=224\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Email         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/222-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Email is a very useful tool to send and receive information as well as communicate with friends and family. It is basically a way to send letters and other information directly to a person through their computer.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about email.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S1.mp3\">How do I set up an email account?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S2.mp3\">How do I send people emails?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S3.mp3\">How will I know when I get one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S4.mp3\">Can I send photos through email?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S5.mp3\">How do I know if they get my email?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S6.mp3\">Can I attach a file to an email?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S7.mp3\">Can I send an email to more than one person?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S8.mp3\">After you decide which email system to use just follow the instructions they provide.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S9.mp3\">Check with your provider to see if they provide an email account.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S10.mp3\">First you need to get their email address. Just type it in and then write them a message.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S11.mp3\">I can come over and help you. It is easier for me to show you in person.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S12.mp3\">You can set your email up to prompt you when you get an email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S13.mp3\">I just check my email often to find out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S14.mp3\">Yes you can send photos through email.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S15.mp3\">Read your manual, I am sure it will tell you how to do it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S16.mp3\">You can set your email up so you get the notification when they receive an email you sent.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S17.mp3\">I usually just talk to them or see if they send something back to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S18.mp3\">Same as sending photos, I would check your manual to see how to do it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S19.mp3\">Yes you can attach files. Just look for the attach files button.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S20.mp3\">Yes you can send an email to as many people as you want.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P222/sentence/P222S21.mp3\">Just cc them in the email and you can send it to more than one person.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=221\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=223\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Internet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/221-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The internet is a place accessed through your computer which contains large quantities of information. People use the internet in their daily lives for research, work and pleasure.  Almost anything you can think of can be accessed or found through the internet.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about the internet.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S1.mp3\">Should I get some sort of virus protection for my computer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S2.mp3\">How do I get virus protection for my computer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S3.mp3\">Can I download music over the internet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S4.mp3\">Is it safe to shop over the internet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S5.mp3\">Why is my internet is running slow?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S6.mp3\">I would definitely get some sort of virus protection. You do not want your computer to crash.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S7.mp3\">Yeah I would. My computer got a virus one time and it cost me $100 to get it fixed.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S8.mp3\">There are a few good ones out there. I will come over and help you download them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S9.mp3\">I know of a few online. They cost money but are worth it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S10.mp3\">You can. There are a few sites to use for downloading music.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S11.mp3\">Downloading music is great! You can find just about anything but you do have to pay for them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S12.mp3\">Make sure you are shopping on a reputable site otherwise I would be careful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S13.mp3\">I don't feel comfortable using my credit card over the computer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S14.mp3\">You can check with your provider to see if there are any problems.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P221/sentence/P221S15.mp3\">Maybe you need a faster connection for what you are doing.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=220\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=222\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Computers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/220-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Computers are used everywhere from work, education and for entertainment. With a vast variety of styles, sizes and types of computers the options seem limitless. Make sure that you learn as much as you can before purchasing a computer to assure you are buying the best one to fit your needs. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about computers.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S1.mp3\">I am interested in buying a computer. Do you have any recommendations?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S2.mp3\">Should memory of the computer be an important factor when making my choice?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S3.mp3\">I am unfamiliar with computers. Can I get help setting it up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S4.mp3\">Should I get a laptop or a PC?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S5.mp3\">What do you plan on using the computer for?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S6.mp3\">It depends on what you're going to need it for. I would do a little research to learn more about them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S7.mp3\">I would go to the store and tell them your needs and interests and they can help you with which computer would be best for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S8.mp3\">If you're going to be saving a lot of information or media I would get a computer with a lot of memory.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S9.mp3\">Memory is always important. I would get a computer with more now so you don't have to upgrade later.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S10.mp3\">Most places that sell computers offer help with setting it up and other troubleshooting areas.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S11.mp3\">They are pretty simple to set up. I would just use the directions it comes with.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S12.mp3\">Laptops are more mobile so if you're on the go a lot I would recommend a laptop.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S13.mp3\">I would go with a home PC for now. It will be accessible for your whole family to use.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S14.mp3\">I am using the computer mostly for storing all my photos and music.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P220/sentence/P220S15.mp3\">I have a home business so I will be using it for a variety of things.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=219\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=221\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Home Phones         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/219-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>With the popularity of cell phones, home phones seem to be getting less attention. But there have been many new upgrades with the home phone which allow families to enjoy lots of fun and exciting new experiences.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about home phones.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S1.mp3\">What company should I use for my home phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S2.mp3\">Should I get wireless phones for my home?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S3.mp3\">Is there a way to check my messages while I am away?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S4.mp3\">Can I forward a call coming to my home phone to my cell phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S5.mp3\">Should I purchase a video home phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S6.mp3\">How important is conference calling?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S7.mp3\">Is caller ID important?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S8.mp3\">I would check around with your neighbors and see who they use.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S9.mp3\">I would check for any specials to see who is offering the lowest prices.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S10.mp3\">You do not have to get wireless but they are a lot more convenient to use.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S11.mp3\">Definitely go with wireless. Do they even make the non wireless anymore?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S12.mp3\">I would make sure you buy a phone that allows you to check your messages while away. That way you can get back to someone faster.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S13.mp3\">I never use that feature. If someone wants to reach me that bad they can just call my cell.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S14.mp3\">You can forward a call to your home to your cell. Just make sure the home phone you buy will allow you to do it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S15.mp3\">I tried that before and it's too complicated.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S16.mp3\">Video home phones are great. I use mine to talk to my family in California. It's nice to be able to see them as you talk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S17.mp3\">I don't use video home phones. I just use my computer to video chat.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S18.mp3\">Conference calling is great to use for work but not really practical for the home.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S19.mp3\">I never use conference calling at home, we just use three way calling.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S20.mp3\">Caller ID let's you know who is calling you. That way you can screen your calls.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P219/sentence/P219S21.mp3\">I use caller ID so I don't have to talk to all the telemarketers.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=218\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=220\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Phone         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/218-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Technology is constantly changing and cell phones for one are more remarkable than ever. From adding applications and ring tones to texting and internet access, the options seem endless. With the constant advancement in technology comes a lot of decision making when one considers buying a new phone. Though cell phones add convenience and on the go communication, home phones too have advanced throughout the years making it possible to video chat, forward calls, and conference call. <br><br><b>Cell Phones</b><br><br>The use of cell phones has increased dramatically over the years adding a new dimension to the on-the-go, fast paced life styles of today's world. Below we will take a look at some questions involving the decision making process when looking at and ultimately choosing a cell phone.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about cell phones.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S1.mp3\">With all the cell companies out there how do I decide who to go with?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S2.mp3\">Should I ever consider a pre paid cell phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S3.mp3\">I have never text before. Would you recommend getting a phone I can text with?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S4.mp3\">How important are all the applications you can get for your phone?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S5.mp3\">Should I purchase a phone that is blue tooth compatible?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S6.mp3\">What kind of plans are there to buy?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S7.mp3\">Should I buy a warranty?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S8.mp3\">Should I consider a family plan and purchase phones for them?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S9.mp3\">I would go do some research and compare companies, that way you can try and get the best deal.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S10.mp3\">I would go off of recommendations from friends. See who they are with and who they like.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S11.mp3\">I would maybe consider getting a pre paid phone if you were buying one for of your kids. You can put a certain amount of money on it that they can't go over. So that way you can keep them from charging up the bill.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S12.mp3\">I have never used a pre paid phone. I don't see why you just don't get a regular one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S13.mp3\">Yes, texting is great and it's a fun way to talk and keep in touch.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S14.mp3\">Most phones you can text with. I would look for one with a bigger keypad so it's easier to use.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S15.mp3\">Applications are fun. Some phones have free ones and others you can buy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S16.mp3\">I use applications on my phone all the time. I have one for music, one for games, and one I use as a GPS.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S17.mp3\">Blue tooth is a wireless earpiece used for hands free talking. I would highly recommend getting one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S18.mp3\">Yes I would make sure it is blue tooth compatible. In some states it is illegal to talk while driving but if you're using a blue tooth it's ok.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S19.mp3\">Every company has different plans. I would just ask when I go there to look at phones.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S20.mp3\">I would get a plan with free long distance and free texting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S21.mp3\">I always buy a warranty. That way if you break your phone they will replace it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S22.mp3\">I think warrantees are a waste of money. If my phone breaks I just buy a new one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S23.mp3\">I would first look into the prices for family plans if you're interested.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P218/sentence/P218S24.mp3\">Family plans are great. Your whole family can get their own phones and it's a good way to keep in touch with busy teenagers.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=217\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=219\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=217",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/217-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         House Care - Outside         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/217-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about taking care of your house on the outside.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S1.mp3\">How often should I mow the grass?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S2.mp3\">What should I do to get rid of the weeds?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S3.mp3\">When should I plant flowers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S4.mp3\">How do I clean my outside windows?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S5.mp3\">How do I get rid of moles?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S6.mp3\">What do I do about bee hives?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S7.mp3\">You should mow your grass once a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S8.mp3\">I just mow mine once it gets really long.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S9.mp3\">I would go to Home Depot and ask someone for recommendations.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S10.mp3\">It depends on what kind of weeds you have, some are worse than others.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S11.mp3\">You should plant flowers in the spring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S12.mp3\">I would always wait until it gets warm to plant flowers, that way they will last all summer.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S13.mp3\">I would use a ladder and clean my outside windows myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S14.mp3\">I would see if you can hire someone. Your windows are really high and you could get hurt.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S15.mp3\">They sell pellets you can put in mole holes to help get rid of them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S16.mp3\">I would call a pest control company and ask them for recommendations.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S17.mp3\">I would not mess with bee hives, call for someone to come out and get rid of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P217/sentence/P217S18.mp3\">I would buy bee killer spray from the store and just spray it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=216\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=218\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=216",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/216-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         House Care         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/216-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Owning a home involves care both inside and out. Outside care can include yard work, window cleaning, insect and animal issues. Inside house care involves cleaning, washing, painting and upkeep. Below we can look at some of the questions and possible answers one might come across when dealing with house care.<br><br><b>House Care-Inside</b><br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when talking about taking care of your house from the inside. <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S1.mp3\">How often should I change the batteries in the smoke detectors?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S2.mp3\">How often should I change the air filter in the furnace?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S3.mp3\">Should I clean the house myself or look into hiring a cleaning company?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S4.mp3\">What should I use to clean my carpets?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S5.mp3\">What colors should I use to paint the inside?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S6.mp3\">Should I have one can for trash and one for recycling?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S7.mp3\">How should I decorate?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S8.mp3\">Some smoke detectors will beep loudly to let you know when the batteries are low.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S9.mp3\">I would change the batteries every six months to be safe.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S10.mp3\">You should change your filter every six months also.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S11.mp3\">I am not sure, I just take it out and look at it. If it is dirty I replace it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S12.mp3\">Make time during the week to clean. It helps keep a clean environment and you can feel good about having a clean house.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S13.mp3\">If you have the money I would hire a cleaning company. They do a good job and you can just relax more.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S14.mp3\">For small stains I just use spot cleaner I purchased from the store, otherwise I rent a cleaner and do it myself.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S15.mp3\">I usually hire a carpet cleaning company. They do a better job than I can do myself.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S16.mp3\">I would go to a home improvement store and look at their paint colors.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S17.mp3\">You could get some magazines and look for ideas.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S18.mp3\">You should always recycle so I would have two cans, one for trash and one for recycling.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S19.mp3\">You can just have one, it's less of a hassle.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P216/sentence/P216S20.mp3\">You could hire an interior decorator to help you decorate.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=215\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=217\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=215",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/215-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Receiving Mail         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/215-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when receiving mail. <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S1.mp3\">What happens if I am not home and something is delivered to me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S2.mp3\">Do I need to sign for a package when it comes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S3.mp3\">If I am out of town can I put a hold on my mail?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S4.mp3\">Can a neighbor accept a package for me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S5.mp3\">What if I receive a package that is not addressed to me?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S6.mp3\">If you are not home the postman will leave you a note. They may try and deliver it another day or you might have to go to your post office to pick it up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S7.mp3\">Sometimes they will just leave the package on your front doorstep. If you live in an apartment they might just leave it at the rental office.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S8.mp3\">Not all packages need to be signed for.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S9.mp3\">If you need to sign for a package and are not home they will not leave it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S10.mp3\">Yes, you can put your mail on hold either by filling out a form at your post office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S11.mp3\">Yes, you can actually do it online. Just check the post office web site.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S12.mp3\">I am not sure. Maybe you should call the post office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S13.mp3\">I think they can but you have to inform the post office before hand that you will allow it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S14.mp3\">I would take a package not addressed to me to the post office and let them know.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P215/sentence/P215S15.mp3\">If it was addressed to a neighbor, I would just take it to their house.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=214\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=216\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=214",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/214-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sending Mail         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/214-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>After preparing the items(s) needed to be mailed/shipped one must now decide in which manner to send it. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when discussing sending a package or letter. <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S1.mp3\">Can I just put this card in my own mailbox for the mailman to pick up?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S2.mp3\">If I am sending something breakable should I inform the post office?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S3.mp3\">How fast will my letter/package get to the person I am sending it to?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S4.mp3\">Why should I want to send a package through another company other than the post office?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S5.mp3\">How much will it cost to send this?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S6.mp3\">How do I know if I need more than one stamp on this letter?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S7.mp3\">Is there a way I can be notified once my package is delivered?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S8.mp3\">Yes, if your letter is stamped and addressed you can just put it in your mailbox and the postman will take it to the post office.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S9.mp3\">Our mailbox has a different place to put outgoing mail. You may want to look at yours to see if you have one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S10.mp3\">Yes, I would inform the post office. They usually ask if what you are sending is fragile or breakable but you can also write on the outside of the box FRAGILE.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S11.mp3\">I would definitely let them know so they do not break anything.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S12.mp3\">There are lots of options when sending something. The price may vary depending on the weight of the package and how you want it sent. I would just check with the post office.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S13.mp3\">You can choose anything from next-day delivery to regular delivery which could take days. Checking with your post office or looking online is always a good way to get information.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S14.mp3\">Using a company like FedEx or UPS you can usually guarantee a faster delivery but they are a bit more expensive.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S15.mp3\">The post office can weigh the package for you and let you know how much it will cost to ship your item.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S16.mp3\">I have a scale at home I use to weigh packages. Then I look online to see how much it will cost.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S17.mp3\">I think it depends on the weight, take it to the post office.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S18.mp3\">Just send it with one stamp. If it is too heavy they will send it back to you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S19.mp3\">Yes, the post office can email you a confirmation of delivery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P214/sentence/P214S20.mp3\">They can give you a tracking number so you can look online to check on the delivery of what you are sending.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=213\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=215\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=213",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/213-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Mail         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/213-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Mail basically is comprised of three components, the preparation, sending and receiving of mail.  Sending mail can be as simple as putting addressed/stamped envelopes in your own mail box for your postman to pick up, to mailing packages or letters at the local post office or using one of the many delivery companies. Receiving mail/packages can also include delivery from your local postman as well as one of the many delivery companies.<br><br><b>The Preparation</b><br><br>Preparing mail/packages to be sent involves labeling with the recipient's name and address as well as the senders. Also making sure packages are sealed and wrapped to postal standards is a good idea. Make sure you are aware of postal laws regarding the types of materials that can be sent in the United States as well as other countries before mailing.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when discussing the preparation of letters and packages to send.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S1.mp3\">Where do I put my name and address on the letter I am sending?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S2.mp3\">How do I know if I need to put more than one stamp on the card I am sending?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S3.mp3\">What should I put with the item I am shipping to make sure it does not break?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S4.mp3\">How heavy can the objects be that I am sending?</a>\"</span><br><br>Here are some possible answers to the question above regarding the preparation of letters/packages.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S5.mp3\">You always put your name or the senders name and address in the top left corner of the package/letter. This is in case it cannot be delivered and needs to be returned to you. It will be returned to the address you have provided.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S6.mp3\">I would either take the letter to the post office and ask them or look on the postal website to look at weight regulations when sending out letters.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S7.mp3\">You can use newspaper or purchase packing material from the store to place in with what you are sending. You may also want to write on the outside of the package that what is inside is FRAGILE. This will inform whoever is handling it to be careful and handle gently.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P213/sentence/P213S8.mp3\">You can send objects of various weights but you will be charged upon how much it weighs when shipping it. Meaning the more it weighs the more it will cost you to ship.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=212\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=214\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=212",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/212-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Investing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/212-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Investing is to commit money or capital in order to gain a financial return. There are many ways to invest and spend your money. Since there are risks involved with investing, become knowledgeable yourself and possibly seeking out advice from a professional.<br><br>Here are some possible questions to ask when talking about investments.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S1.mp3\">Can you tell me about bonds?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S2.mp3\">Can you give me more info on stocks and the stock market?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S3.mp3\">Can you give me information on mutual funds?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S4.mp3\">How long has this company been in business?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S5.mp3\">What am I investing in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S6.mp3\">How risky is the investment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S7.mp3\">When can I access my money?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P212/sentence/P212S8.mp3\">Are there any fees?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=211\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=213\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=211",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/211-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Managing Your Money         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/211-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Managing your money is an important factor in building a savings and making sure that your money is accounted for and spent wisely.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S1.mp3\">How often should I check my savings/checking balance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S2.mp3\">When I withdrawal money should I write it down?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S3.mp3\">Should I come up with a budget?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S4.mp3\">Should I pay bills online or send payments in the mail?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S5.mp3\">Should I have a direct deposit from my work?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P211/sentence/P211S6.mp3\">What if I notice anything unusual on my bank statements?</a>\"</span><br><br>These questions may be asked individually and may vary depending on your circumstances and needs.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=210\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=212\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bank and Money         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/210-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Banking, money management and investments are all important areas when talking about what do with your money. There are a lot of decisions to be made from choosing a bank to investments. Being knowledgeable and being able to discuss different areas in English will help you to feel more comfortable when making decisions about what to do with the money you earn. Below we will look at different ways of handling the decision making process.<br><br><b>Where to Bank</b><br><br>Deciding where to bank/open an account, can be as easy as using a credit union associated with your work of employment to comparing different banks and what they offer as incentives for customers. You may also take recommendations from family, friends or co- workers. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when discussing which banks to consider.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S1.mp3\">Is it important that they offer internet and telephone banking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S2.mp3\">How important is location and accessibility?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S3.mp3\">Will you need a safe deposit box?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S4.mp3\">Is free checking important to you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S5.mp3\">Are free withdrawals from an ATM important?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S6.mp3\">Is reputation of the bank important to you?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S7.mp3\">Yes, internet and telephone banking is important. I work late hours and have a hard time going during their normal business hours.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S8.mp3\">Not really, I do not feel comfortable doing money transactions on the internet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S9.mp3\">Location is really important. I like to visit my bank on a regular basis.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S10.mp3\">Location is not that important since I do most of my banking online.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S11.mp3\">I will not need a safe deposit box.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S12.mp3\">I have some valuables that I do not feel comfortable having at my home so yes, I will need a safe deposit box.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S13.mp3\">Of course free checking is important. I do not want to be charged for writing checks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S14.mp3\">Free checking is not really important, I really do not write checks.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S15.mp3\">Free withdrawals are very important. I use the ATM machines all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S16.mp3\">I prefer not to use the ATM card so it's not that important to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S17.mp3\">The banks reputation is important to me. I want to feel comfortable with where my money is.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P210/sentence/P210S18.mp3\">I thought all banks were the same. It does not matter to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=209\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=211\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Child Care         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/209-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Whether you're a single parent or a family in which both the mother and father work, child care can be an important issue when deciding what to do with your children while away. Being knowledgeable and being able to ask the right questions can help provide you with what you need to make the best decision.<br><br><b>Finding Child Care</b><br><br>If you live near family you may be fortunate enough to have one of them take care of your child while at work. But what if you have no family near you and need to look into other means of child care? Other options may include in home day care and daycare centers. Asking friends, co workers, or neighbors can be a good way to get recommendations when beginning your searching process. Call and make appointments to see the facilities and meet the staff. You can learn a lot by seeing and talking to people in person. Below we will look at the different types of child care as well as questions you might be asked as well as important questions you may want information on.<br><br><b>In Home Child Care</b><br><br>In home child care can include someone coming to your house and watching your child or you dropping your child off at someone else's house. This could be a family member or someone with a licensed in home daycare. Since having a family member watch your child can be easier to set up, we will look more at having a non family member come over or taking your child to an in house daycare.<br><br>Here are some questions you can use when looking into an in house daycare.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S1.mp3\">How long have you been running a daycare?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S2.mp3\">Are you licensed?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S3.mp3\">What hours are you available?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S4.mp3\">What if I am late picking up or dropping off?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S5.mp3\">How much do you charge?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S6.mp3\">Do you have some references?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S7.mp3\">Are you certified in child CPR?</a>\"</span> <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S8.mp3\">What is the ratio of children to teacher?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S9.mp3\">How do you discipline a child?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S10.mp3\">Do you have the children nap?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S11.mp3\">How many and what are the ages of the children you're currently looking after?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S12.mp3\">Are the children separated by age group?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S13.mp3\">What is your curriculum?</a>\"</span><br><br>By asking these and other questions that may pertain to your individual circumstances you will learn a lot about whether or not this daycare will work for you.<br><br>Below are some questions that you might be asked when looking into an in house daycare.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S14.mp3\">Has your child ever been to a daycare before?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S15.mp3\">Does your child have any allergies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S16.mp3\">Does your child have any special needs?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S17.mp3\">What is your child's feeding schedule?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S18.mp3\">What is your child's nap schedule?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P209/sentence/P209S19.mp3\">How do you discipline at home?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions just answer them to the best of your knowledge. Providing good information about your child can help with the transition.<br><br><b>Day Care Centers</b><br><br>Day Care Centers are much like a school that a wide variety of children can attend. From babies to older children, daycares can vary in their prices, age ranges and curriculum. When making a decision on which Day Care Centers to use it is important to research them and what they have to offer. The questions listed for In-Home daycare are virtually the same for Day Care Centers as are the questions you might be asked. Just be prepared and make choices that you feel comfortable with.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=208\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=210\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Taking Care of a Pet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/208-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Knowing how to take care of your pet is an important part of having a good experience and also making sure your pet is healthy and happy.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used asking about pet care.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S1.mp3\">How often should we walk it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S2.mp3\">Should we brush its teeth?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S3.mp3\">How much should we feed it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S4.mp3\">How often do we need to clean the cage?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S5.mp3\">How often do we need to change the water?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S6.mp3\">How often should we brush it?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S7.mp3\">I have never done a nail trim.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S8.mp3\">Yes, I used to trim our dogs nails when I was growing up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S9.mp3\">We should walk her every day. The Vet said it is healthy for her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S10.mp3\">I think we should walk her as much as we can. It's good exercise for us too.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S11.mp3\">I will ask the Vet if we should brush its teeth.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S12.mp3\">Yes, I read it's good to keep their teeth clean.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S13.mp3\">The breeder said to feed her 1 cup two times a day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S14.mp3\">I am not sure how much to feed her. Let's look on the food package.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S15.mp3\">We need to clean the cage once a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S16.mp3\">We should just change it once it starts to smell.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S17.mp3\">We need to change the water once a week.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S18.mp3\">We will just clean it once in a while.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S19.mp3\">We should brush her daily.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P208/sentence/P208S20.mp3\">We only need to brush her once in a while.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=207\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=209\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Bringing Home a Pet         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/207-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>One of the most important things to do before bringing home a pet is to plan out everything. A few things you need to consider are food, shelter, space, and the overall safety for the animal.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S1.mp3\">What kind of food do we need to get?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S2.mp3\">Should we get a crate to keep it in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S3.mp3\">Should we get any toys?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S4.mp3\">If we get a crate where should we put it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S5.mp3\">Do we need to put things out of reach of the animal?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S6.mp3\">Do we need a collar?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S7.mp3\">Where should we feed it?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S8.mp3\">The breeders gave me information on how much to feed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S9.mp3\">I read in a book we are supposed to feed it twice a day.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S10.mp3\">I heard a crate is good with helping to house train.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S11.mp3\">Yes, I think we should get a crate. I don't want it pooping all over.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S12.mp3\">I think we should get some squeaky toys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S13.mp3\">I say we ask someone at the store what they recommend.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S14.mp3\">I think we should keep the crate in our bedroom.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S15.mp3\">I think we should keep the crate in the garage.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S16.mp3\">Since she is a puppy we should definitely pick up anything around the house she can chew.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S17.mp3\">Yes, we need to put away anything we don't want it to chew on.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S18.mp3\">Yes we need a collar and leash so we can take it on walks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S19.mp3\">I think we should get a collar with sparkly diamonds on it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S20.mp3\">We should feed it in the kitchen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P207/sentence/P207S21.mp3\">We should feed it in its cage.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=206\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=208\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Pet Care         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/206-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Choosing a Pet</b><br><br>Choosing the right pet is one of the most important steps in becoming a pet owner. There are a lot needs to be considered when taking into account the time, money and effort a pet can require. Where you live, are you active, are you gone a lot, any medical issues and do you have a family? All of these questions and more should be discussed when thinking of buying a new pet. When looking for a pet you may also consider visiting a shelter. Many animals at a shelter need a good home and most likely will already have their vaccines and be spayed or neutered. A shelter is a good place where stray or homeless animals are taken in order to try and find them suitable homes.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when discussing what kind of pet to consider.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S1.mp3\">Do you like cats or dogs?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S2.mp3\">Do we have time for training?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S3.mp3\">Do you have a house or an apartment?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S4.mp3\">Is this going to be a family pet?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S5.mp3\">Would you consider getting a pet from a shelter?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S6.mp3\">Is there any other animals you are considering?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S7.mp3\">Are you active?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S8.mp3\">Are you comfortable grooming a cat or dog?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S9.mp3\">What kind of food should you feed it?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S10.mp3\">We like cats and dogs but are looking more for a dog.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S11.mp3\">My wife is allergic to cats, so we prefer a dog.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S12.mp3\">We both work full time so finding time for training may be tough.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S13.mp3\">I really want to be committed so I will take my dog to training classes.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S14.mp3\">We live in a small apartment so maybe a cat or very small dog would be best.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S15.mp3\">We have a house with a yard so we have lots of room for any size dog.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S16.mp3\">Yes, we have children so we need a pet that can get along with small kids.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S17.mp3\">This is just me, so my house is pretty quiet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S18.mp3\">We are not sure about cats or dogs but we really are interested in a fish.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S19.mp3\">My kids really want a hamster, but my husband and I are not too sure yet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S20.mp3\">I run everyday so having a dog that could run with me would be great.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S21.mp3\">We go on walks occasionally but are not really active.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S22.mp3\">I am not too comfortable grooming animals so I would probably take it somewhere for nail trims and baths.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S23.mp3\">Yes, I am familiar with brushing and nail cutting but we would have to take it somewhere to get it bathed.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S24.mp3\">I think we should just ask our veterinarian.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P206/sentence/P206S25.mp3\">I hear that a raw diet is the best. Maybe we can look up information on it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=205\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=207\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         At The Grocery         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/205-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>While at the grocery you could be asked by workers a variety of questions.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S1.mp3\">Do you need any help finding anything?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S2.mp3\">Would you like a sample?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S3.mp3\">Do you have any coupons?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S4.mp3\">Do you have your grocery card?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S5.mp3\">Would you like paper or plastic bags?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S6.mp3\">Would you like any help out to your car?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S7.mp3\">Yes, can you please tell me where I can find your produce section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S8.mp3\">No thanks, I know where to find what I need.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S9.mp3\">What kind of samples do you have?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S10.mp3\">From the samples you offered me, where can I find them in the store?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S11.mp3\">No I do not have any coupons.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S12.mp3\">Yes I do have coupons. Let me get them.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S13.mp3\">I do not have a grocery card. What is that?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S14.mp3\">I do have a grocery card. Here it is.</a>\"</span><br><br>A lot of grocery stores offer a plastic card you could present when checking out that can offer special prices and points for how much you spend. These points can sometimes be used for special promotions and sales. You can usually apply for one at the register.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S15.mp3\">I would like paper bags please.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S16.mp3\">I brought my own bags to use. Here you go.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S17.mp3\">No thanks, I don't need any help out today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S18.mp3\">Yes, I would like some help taking my groceries out to my car.</a>\"</span><br><br>You too, may have questions while at the grocery. Below are a few examples of things that you might ask.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S19.mp3\">Can you tell me what isle the frozen food is in?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S20.mp3\">Can you help me reach that?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S21.mp3\">Can you tell me the difference between...?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S22.mp3\">Can I please have a pound of the oven roasted chicken breast?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P205/sentence/P205S23.mp3\">Do you have any more of this in the back room?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=204\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=206\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Planning         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/204-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Some of the important decisions in the planning process are where to go, when would be a good time to go, and who is going to go.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S1.mp3\">Should we go to Costco for some of the bigger items we need?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S2.mp3\">Should we go at a certain time so it's not so crowded?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S3.mp3\">Should we go to the fresh market or to our regular supermarket?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S4.mp3\">Should we both go and take the kids or one of us stay home with them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S5.mp3\">Should we take our own grocery bags?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S6.mp3\">Let's go to Costco some other day, it will take too long.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S7.mp3\">Sure, I think we can find most of what we need there.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S8.mp3\">I like to go to the grocery at night. There always seems to be less people.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S9.mp3\">I prefer to go in the morning so I can get it over with.</a>\"</span> <br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S10.mp3\">I think we should go to both. We can get the vegetables and fruits we need at the fresh market.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S11.mp3\">Let's just go to the regular grocery. We do not have time for both.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S12.mp3\">If we go to Fred Meyer the kids can go into the kids play area. That way we can shop without any distractions.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S13.mp3\">It might be too much to take the whole family. I can just go if you do not mind staying home with the kids?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S14.mp3\">I think we should take our own recyclable bags. It's good for the earth!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P204/sentence/P204S15.mp3\">We can just use what they have there.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=203\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=205\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Grocery Shopping         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/203-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Grocery shopping is something commonly done when replacing or refilling things needed around the house. The steps involved include figuring out what you need and making a list, making a decision on when and where to go, and then the actual process of shopping at the grocery store. Below we will look at each section and the questions/answers associated with each.<br><br><b>Preparation</b><br><br>Preparation is the time for decision making. You will need to decide on making a list of what to buy, where to take coupons and the possibility of planning meals just to name a few.<br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when preparing to grocery shop.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S1.mp3\">Should we make a list first before we go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S2.mp3\">Should we check the newspaper for coupons?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S3.mp3\">Should we plan out our meals for the week?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S4.mp3\">Should we check in the fridge for anything that has expired?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S5.mp3\">Yes, I think making a list would save us time once we are there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S6.mp3\">I have been making a list this week as I noticed we needed things. Take a look and see if anything needs to be added.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S7.mp3\">I will get Sunday's newspaper to look for coupons.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S8.mp3\">That's ok. They usually have coupons at the store we can use.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S9.mp3\">I think planning our meals would be smart. That way we know exactly what we need.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S10.mp3\">I don't think we need to plan our meals. Let's just make a list of things we need and we can cook whatever we have.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S11.mp3\">Yes we should check the dates on what we have. That way if anything is expired we can replace it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P203/sentence/P203S12.mp3\">I think most of what we have is ok. We don't need to check the expiration dates.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=202\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=204\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Eating and Clean Up         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/202-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Here are some questions commonly used while eating and then cleaning up afterwards.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S1.mp3\">Do you mind if we pray before we eat?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S2.mp3\">I love your recipe for the chicken. Where did you get it?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S3.mp3\">Can you pass me the salt?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S4.mp3\">Would you like some dessert?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S5.mp3\">Can you help me clear the table?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S6.mp3\">Do you want to take home any leftovers?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S7.mp3\">I normally do not pray but you can if you want.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S8.mp3\">That sounds good. I will let you pray if that is ok.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S9.mp3\">I found the recipe in a cookbook I have.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S10.mp3\">My mom gave me the recipe a few years ago.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S11.mp3\">Sure, here you go.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S12.mp3\">Yes I can.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S13.mp3\">Dessert sounds awesome.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S14.mp3\">No thank you, I am too full to have dessert.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S15.mp3\">Yes, let me help you clear the table.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S16.mp3\">Sure, I will just put the dishes on the sink.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S17.mp3\">Sure, I will take home some leftovers.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S18.mp3\">No thanks. You can just save it so you can have something for tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><br>Here is a list of a few other statements you can say after eating.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S19.mp3\">Thank you for a wonderful dinner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S20.mp3\">Thank you for your help.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S21.mp3\">Thank you that was delicious.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S22.mp3\">I sure am full.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S23.mp3\">Thank you for inviting me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S24.mp3\">Thanks for accepting my invitation to come over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P202/sentence/P202S25.mp3\">We should do this again sometime.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=201\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=203\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Cooking Together         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/201-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Cooking the meal together is a fun time to talk, share recipes and work together. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when cooking a meal together.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S1.mp3\">You have a preference on which job to do?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S2.mp3\">Do you mind heating up some water on the stove?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S3.mp3\">Do you have any different ways to prepare this meal?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S4.mp3\">Would you like something to drink while we are cooking?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S5.mp3\">Do you mind setting up the table for us?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S6.mp3\">Can you turn the oven on to 360 degrees?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S7.mp3\">No, I really don't have a preference.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S8.mp3\">Yes, I would really like to prepare the salad.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S9.mp3\">No problem, I will heat the water up now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S10.mp3\">Sure I can heat it up. Do you mind it boiling?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S11.mp3\">I have a way to prepare this that my mom taught me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S12.mp3\">I don't really have any other ways. Let's just do what the recipe says.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S13.mp3\">Sure, can I have a glass of water?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S14.mp3\">No thanks. I might just wait until dinner.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S15.mp3\">Sure I can set the table.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S16.mp3\">I have never set the table before. Do you have a particular way of doing it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S17.mp3\">Yes, I can turn on the oven.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S18.mp3\">No problem.</a>\"</span><br><br>This is also a good time to talk about other subjects while sharing interests and learning more about each other. If questions like these come up, just answer them the best you can. Everyone will have different opinions and answers about each of these personal topics.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S19.mp3\">What is your favorite TV show?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S20.mp3\">Do you have a favorite book?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S21.mp3\">Do you have any brothers or sisters?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S22.mp3\">Where were you born?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S23.mp3\">Do you have any hobbies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P201/sentence/P201S24.mp3\">So how is work going?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=200\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=202\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Eating Together         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/200-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Preparing a meal and eating together is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends. While doing this activity not only can you share foods you love but it is also a good opportunity to talk and learn about one another. In this lesson, we will be covering everything you need to know from coming up with a meal to prepare, cooking it together, and sharing a conversation.<br><br><b>Invitation and Planning</b><br><br>First you must choose a meal to share. Breakfast is eaten in the morning, lunch in the afternoon and dinner in the evening. The steps for planning a menu are relatively the same for all three. When planning a meal it is also important to try and come up with something you all will enjoy. <br><br>Here are some questions commonly used when asking someone to cook a meal and have dinner.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S1.mp3\">Would you like to come over to my house and have dinner with me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S2.mp3\">Maybe we could cook dinner together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S3.mp3\">What time should we plan on getting together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S4.mp3\">Do you have any suggestions on what we could make?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S5.mp3\">We should probably make a grocery list.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S6.mp3\">Do you want to go to the grocery store together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S7.mp3\">What grocery store do you prefer?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S8.mp3\">If we could go together do you want me to drive?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S9.mp3\">Should we pick up any wine or beer to drink at dinner?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S10.mp3\">Maybe we can split the grocery bill?</a>\"</span><br><br>If you are asked any of these questions, here are ways that you could respond.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S11.mp3\">Sure, I would love to come over for dinner. I really love to cook and it might give us some time to catch up with one another.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S12.mp3\">That sounds great. I am free tonight so I can definitely make it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S13.mp3\">Cooking dinner together sounds fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S14.mp3\">I think that is a good idea, maybe we can share recipes.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S15.mp3\">How does 5 o'clock sound?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S16.mp3\">I get off work at 5. I can go straight home to grab a few things and meet you around 6.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S17.mp3\">I have this new recipe I have been dying to try. Do you like Italian food?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S18.mp3\">I am not too picky. I have some steak and chicken we can use.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S19.mp3\">Yes we probably should make a list. I don't want to forget anything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S20.mp3\">I am pretty sure I will remember everything we need, but if you want to jot a few things down that is ok with me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S21.mp3\">Sure, we can go to the grocery store together.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S22.mp3\">Let's see what we both have at home to cook and maybe we can skip the grocery.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S23.mp3\">I usually shop at Albertsons.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S24.mp3\">I don't have a preference where we go.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S25.mp3\">If it's ok I can just meet you there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S26.mp3\">Sure, you can drive if you don't mind.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S27.mp3\">I do not drink alcohol but maybe we could grab some soda.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S28.mp3\">Sure, wine sounds good with dinner. I prefer white wine.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S29.mp3\">I think splitting the bill is a good idea.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P200/sentence/P200S30.mp3\">No big deal. I can buy the groceries this time and if we do this again you can treat.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=201\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      English Milestone Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. Aren't you in my sociology class?\"<br>B: \"I think so. With Professor Robinson right?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm Nicole.\"<br>B: \"I'm George. It's nice to meet you.\"<br>A: \"How are you liking the class so far?\"<br>B: \"I like the subject. I think it's pretty interesting.\"<br>A: \"Me too. But it's hard to sit in class when the weather is so nice.\"<br>B: \"Tell me about it. The weather has been so great lately.\"<br>A: \"So, what year are you?\"<br>B: \"I'm a sophomore. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I'm a freshman.\"<br>B: \"Where are you from around here?\"<br>A: \"No. I'm from the east. I grew up in New York.\"<br>B: \"New York? That seems like a fun place.\"<br>A: \"More like a busy place. Everyone is always on the run over there.\"<br>B: \"I grew up in San Francisco.\"<br>A: \"That's not too far from here. Do you like living on the west coast?\"<br>B: \"I haven't been to many other places, but the west coast is a great place.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I like it too.\"<br>B: \"Are you ready for the mid term next Friday?\"<br>A: \"I'm so behind. I've been going out a lot. I'm having so much fun, but I really need to catch up on my school work.\"<br>B: \"Where do you usually hang out?\"<br>A: \"Nowhere specific. We always do different things.\"<br>B: \"Have you been to Alcatraz yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet. I want to go though.\"<br>B: \"I highly recommend it. It's an interesting place to visit.\"<br>A: \"Maybe you could take me there.\"<br>B: \"If you get a B or better on your midterm, I'll take you there.\"<br>A: \"Deal. It was great meeting you. I'll talk to you again tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I can't believe it took you so long to ask me out on a date.\"<br>B: \"I always thought you like Mark, so I didn't think I had a chance.\"<br>A: \"I had this thing about him, but it's over. So, what do you like to do on your free time?\"<br>B: \"I like sports, watching movies, reading books. Things like that.\"<br>A: \"What type of movies do you like?\"<br>B: \"I like drama and comedy.\"<br>A: \"Me too. Mostly drama though. Have you seen Pay it forward?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I loved that movie.\"<br>A: \"It's one of my favorites. I cried so much at the end.\"<br>B: \"I thought the idea of paying it forward was awesome.\"<br>A: \"What was your favorite comedy?\"<br>B: \"Do you remember the Three Amigos?\"<br>A: \"Vaguely. I was pretty little when that came out.\"<br>B: \"I don't remember it much back then, but I saw it again the other day and it cracked me up.\"<br>A: \"Maybe I need to see that movie again.\"<br>B: \"I think it is a classic. So many funny scenes.\"<br>A: \"I really liked the Mask with Jim Carrey.\"<br>B: \"He is hilarious. I love that guy.\"<br>A: \"I like most of his movies. He is such a character.\"<br>B: \"What else do you like to do?\"<br>A: \"Well, I like to exercise.\"<br>B: \"Where do you exercise?\"<br>A: \"I go to a health club by my house. But on a nice day, I like to jog around the lake.\"<br>B: \"That's good. I like to stay in shape too. But I do that by playing a lot of sports. Do you play any sports?\"<br>A: \"I played a little bit in high school, but nothing really these days.\"<br>B: \"Have you tried golf?\"<br>A: \"Don't start with that. My dad always nagged at me to play, but I never got into it.\"<br>B: \"What do you usually do with your friends?\"<br>A: \"We go out shopping a lot.\"<br>B: \"Where do you usually go?\"<br>A: \"Usually downtown. It's more fun in the city than in the mall. Plus, there are too many high school students at the mall.\"<br>B: \"I know some girls like bags, and some like shoes, what do you like to shop for the most?\"<br>A: \"I can never have too many pairs of shoes. I have like 30 pairs already, but I am always shopping for more.\"<br>B: \"Oh. The food's here.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'm so hungry.\"<br>B: \"After dinner, do you want to catch a movie?\"<br>A: \"Sure. I'm always up for a good movie.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mark. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Just watching some TV.\"<br>A: \"Anything interesting on?\"<br>B: \"Not really. Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN.\"<br>A: \"So I take it you're pretty bored too.\"<br>B: \"Just killing time until I find something to do. What are you up to?\"<br>A: \"It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing. What's wrong with us?\"<br>B: \"You wanna shoot some hoops?\"<br>A: \"I already tried to call up some of the guys, but they are all busy.\"<br>B: \"Where's your girlfriend? I thought you were going out with her today.\"<br>A: \"She's out shopping with her friends.\"<br>B: \"Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then.\"<br>A: \"Alright. Do you have any cigarettes?\"<br>B: \"I only have a couple left. Why don't you pick some up on the way.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you there in about 30 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Alright. See you there.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L181/practice/L181P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Damn Mark. I never noticed that belly of yours.\"<br>B: \"It's all the beer. I need to start working out again.\"<br>A: \"That reminds me. I should've hit the gym today.\"<br>B: \"Where do you work out?\"<br>A: \"At Bally's. It's pretty close to home so it is convenient.\"<br>B: \"How much are you paying?\"<br>A: \"I only pay 20 bucks a month.\"<br>B: \"That's pretty good. I think I should join.\"<br>A: \"If you join, we could work out together. It's so much better working out with another person. It's hard to motivate yourself when you are alone.\"<br>B: \"What do you usually do in the gym?\"<br>A: \"I usually spend about 20 minutes on the step master, and then lift weights for about an hour.\"<br>B: \"Do you go everyday?\"<br>A: \"No. I try to go 4 times a week, but lately, I've been only going about 2 times a week. That's why I need you there. You should join.\"<br>B: \"Will it help me to get some girls?\"<br>A: \"If you get rid of that belly of yours, I promise you'll have a better chance with girls. Anyways, there are so many fine chicks working out at the club.\"<br>B: \"Really? I'm signing up tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"There are some girls with tight outfits. You can see the shape of their body and some of them are really fine.\"<br>B: \"As long as there are some ladies with nice legs, I don't mind.\"<br>A: \"So you're really going to join?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Let's go in tomorrow and I'll sign up. We can work out together.\"<br>A: \"Cool. Let's go hit some bars to celebrate.\"<br>B: \"I'm down with that.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=765\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         TalkEnglish Milestone Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/765-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>If you have made it this far, you should really be proud of yourself. You are on your way to speaking English with ease. For this milestone, we are going to have conversation scenarios that incorporate everything we have learned up to this point. If you feel you are slow or having to think too much, feel free to return to previous lessons and review them again. You don't have to use the exact sentence or wording. There are numerous ways to say one thing. But make sure you are saying it correctly. The sentences here are all correct. If you have a sentence of your own, feel free to ask if it is correct.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=764\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=766\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Feelings Review - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Matt. I just got a job at a consulting firm.\"<br>B: \"Congratulations. That's great!\"<br>A: \"I'm so happy. I don't have to worry about finding a job and interviewing anymore.\"<br>B: \"When do you start?\"<br>A: \"I start next Monday.\"<br>B: \"You're going to have to put in a lot of hours you know.\"<br>A: \"I know. I'm a little nervous, but it's pretty exciting.\"<br>B: \"I bet. You must be stoked.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'm going to celebrate tonight. Wanna hang out?\"<br>B: \"Sure. It's on you right?\"<br>A: \"Of course. How about Toby? Should we call him?\"<br>B: \"I don't know. He's a little depressed. He's having a hard time finding a job right now.\"<br>A: \"I should still tell him. In the least, I can refer him to my company. It might help.\"<br>B: \"That sounds like a good idea.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Why the long face?\"<br>B: \"I'm getting sick of work man. I can't take the political bull in the company any more.\"<br>A: \"Did you just get your review or something?\"<br>B: \"Yeah, but that's not why I am upset. I just found out another guy got a promotion. He doesn't know how to do anything. He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long.\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies.\"<br>A: \"Look on the bright side. At least you have a job.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I shouldn't stress about this anymore. It's not like I can do anything about it.\"<br>A: \"Exactly. Instead, we should have some drinks tonight.\"<br>B: \"How about a cold bottle of beer.\"<br>A: \"Now you're talking.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Martha. What's wrong? Why are you crying?\"<br>B: \"Jake just broke up with me.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry. When did this happen?\"<br>B: \"Yesterday. I didn't even know it was coming. He just told me he found someone else.\"<br>A: \"What a jerk. He doesn't deserve you.\"<br>B: \"But it still hurts. I thought I loved him.\"<br>A: \"He didn't treat you that well either. Maybe you don't want to hear this, but I think you can do better.\"<br>B: \"Better or worse, it doesn't matter. I had a lot of feelings for him. I really liked him\"<br>A: \"It must be really painful. I remember when Josh and I broke up. I was crying for a week.\"<br>B: \"I know I'll get over him. My first breakup was painful because I was naive.\"<br>A: \"Exactly. You'll find someone again. You should get your mind off of this. Let's go shopping.\"<br>B: \"Maybe tomorrow. I don't feel like it tonight.\"<br>A: \"How about coffee down the street?\"<br>B: \"Sure.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L180/practice/L180P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you doing here on the bench? You've been here for an hour.\"<br>B: \"I'm just thinking about Lucy. I can't get her out of my mind. I think I'm falling in love.\"<br>A: \"Crazy boy. You barely know her.\"<br>B: \"It doesn't matter. I like everything about her. I like the way she talks, the way she walks, her hair and her lips. I would give anything to kiss her.\"<br>A: \"Did you tell her how you feel?\"<br>B: \"No way. I'll scare her away.\"<br>A: \"You won't know until you tell her.\"<br>B: \"Maybe later. But right now, all I can think about is her legs and her face. She is so beautiful.\"<br>A: \"You're wasting your time. At least talk to her. You don't have to tell her how you feel.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I started talking to her in my Poly Sci class. I try to sit next to her as much as I can.\"<br>A: \"That's a start. After a while, you'll find out if she is everything you make her out to be.\"<br>B: \"It won't matter because I love everything she does.\"<br>A: \"Dude, you're blind as a bat. You're just infatuated with her.\"<br>B: \"These feelings are too strong to be infatuation.\"<br>A: \"We'll see in a couple of weeks. Let's go grab something to eat. You're human aren't you?\"<br>B: \"To think of it, I am a little hungry. Ok. Let's go.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=763\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=765\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=763",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/763-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Feelings and Emotions Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/763-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this review portion we will cover all the previous lessons with emphasis on the lessons discussing emotions. Remember to upload your voice so we can give you feedback on your pronunciation and intonation. Feel free to go back and study the lessons you are still unsure about. Finally, it is always good to ask questions instead of assuming. Good luck with your review.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=762\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=764\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=762",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Other Emotions - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"How are you feeling these days?\"<br>B: \"I don't know. A little bored and restless I guess.\"<br>A: \"Why is that?\"<br>B: \"I have so much time on my hands and I have nothing to do.\"<br>A: \"Why don't you go out and have fun?\"<br>B: \"I would like to, but I have to save some money so I can't go out all the time.\"<br>A: \"That sucks.\"<br>B: \"After a while, I start to feel anxious.\"<br>A: \"Try relaxing and reading a good book. That's always a good way to kill time.\"<br>B: \"That's true. How about you? How are you these days?\"<br>A: \"I'm doing pretty good these days. My kid just finished kindergarten. I'm so proud of him.\"<br>B: \"That's great to hear. He must be big now. It's been a year since I saw your son.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. He grew a lot in the last year.\"<br>B: \"I bet you're very proud of your son.\"<br>A: \"Yes I am. Thanks.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/practice/L179P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What happened to that girl you were seeing?\"<br>B: \"Oh Jackie? We broke up last week.\"<br>A: \"That was a short relationship. You only started dating 2 months ago.\"<br>B: \"It was actually a long two months. She was a psycho.\"<br>A: \"What do you mean?\"<br>B: \"She would be laughing one moment, and if I said something insensitive, she would start crying. I didn't want to deal with that.\"<br>A: \"She sounds very emotional.\"<br>B: \"She was a psycho man. One time we were suppose to get together. I was waiting for her call, and when she finally called, she was screaming why I wasn't at her place.\"<br>A: \"Were you suppose to be there?\"<br>B: \"I thought she was going to call when she was done shopping. It was a misunderstanding. She was literally screaming on the phone over this.\"<br>A: \"Ok. You're right. She's a psycho.\"<br>B: \"I'm just glad it's over.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=761\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=763\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=761",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/761-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Other Emotions - Anxious and Anxiety         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/761-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Anxiety / Anxious</b><br><br>Anxiety is a pretty serious emotional problem. When you feel many different emotions or awkward emotions and can't control them, it is referred to as having an anxiety disorder. Many people suffer from this problem.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S1.mp3\">I feel weird all the time. I'm anxious about everything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S2.mp3\">I feel anxious anytime I'm faced with uncertainty.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S3.mp3\">I heard it's very uncomfortable feeling anxious about everything.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S4.mp3\">I need to see a doctor about my anxiety problem.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S5.mp3\">Mike went to see a doctor and she told him that he has an anxiety disorder.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S6.mp3\">There are medication for anxiety disorders. You should ask your doctor about it.</a>\"</span><br><br>There are times you can use the word anxious and not refer to a medical or serious condition.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S7.mp3\">It's going to be fun. I'm anxious to get started.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S8.mp3\">The project is going to be great. I'm anxious to start on it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S9.mp3\">Jill was anxious to start classes on Monday. She really likes school.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L179/sentence/L179S10.mp3\">Jack is anxious to play. Let's have him go first.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=760\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=762\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=757",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/757-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Other Emotions - Emotional         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/757-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>In this lesson, we will cover several emotions we didn't cover yet. The ones I want to talk about are, being emotional, feeling no emotions, restlessness, proud, and anxiety. If you have questions concerning any emotion we didn't cover, feel free to ask questions anytime.<br><br><b>Emotional</b><br><br>If your emotions change easily, then you are an emotional person. An emotional person can also be described as one who is affected by things such as sad movies, criticism, or easily angered. In this lesson, we will go through some sentences talking about emotional people.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S1.mp3\">I know a lot of artists and many of them are emotional. I think it helps them with their creativity.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S2.mp3\">I saw a guy cry in a movie. He must be very emotional.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S3.mp3\">Emotional girls are high maintenance. It's really a headache dealing with them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S4.mp3\">My last boyfriend was so emotional. His emotions would change drastically in the same day.</a>\"</span><br><br>When someone is way too emotional and it affects how they act in a negative way, some people will call them a psycho.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S5.mp3\">Your ex-girlfriend was a total psycho man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S6.mp3\">He's a psycho. I saw him stalking you for a week.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S7.mp3\">My last girlfriend was a psycho. She would get upset at nothing and start crying the next minute.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S8.mp3\">I had a jealous boyfriend. He followed me around everywhere. I thought he was emotional because he would cry when I would yell at him, but I now think he's a psycho.</a>\"</span><br> <br>Some people are only emotional when it is about something they are passionate about. If a person only gets emotional talking about one subject, then they are not an emotional person, rather, they are emotional about that topic.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S9.mp3\">He's pretty emotional about that topic.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S10.mp3\">I wouldn't say anything negative about blind people. She's very emotional about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S11.mp3\">Anytime we talk about it, he gets very emotional.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S12.mp3\">His voice started getting louder when we were talking about the war. I didn't know he was emotional about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L175/sentence/L175S13.mp3\">My father had a friend who was killed in the Korean war. He gets emotional thinking about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=756\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=758\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Afraid and Scared - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hello?\"<br>B: \"Hey Tina. What are you doing?\"<br>A: \"I was just watching TV. What's going on with you?\"<br>B: \"I just watched a movie and I'm scared.\"<br>A: \"What did you watch?\"<br>B: \"I saw the Sixth Sense. I didn't know it was going to be so scary.\"<br>A: \"I remember that. It was a great movie. But it was definitely scary.\"<br>B: \"If you're not busy, do you want to come over? I'm afraid to be alone.\"<br>A: \"Sure. I can come over. What should we do?\"<br>B: \"How about if we watch a comedy. I need something to get my mind off the frightening images I have from the Sixth Sense.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll get ready and leave. I'll see you in about 20 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Hurry, ok. It's dark out.\"<br>A: \"Don't worry, nothings going to happen. I'll be there real soon.\"<br>B: \"Ok. See you soon.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/practice/L174P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What are you afraid of?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. I used to be scared of a lot of things when I was young, but not anymore.\"<br>A: \"Are you afraid of death?\"<br>B: \"Only if I think about it so much. But death is inevitable, so there is no use thinking about it.\"<br>A: \"How about horror movies?\"<br>B: \"No. I know they're all fake so there is nothing to be afraid of. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I get scared pretty easily. I'm actually frightened of bee's.\"<br>B: \"Really? Why?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. I got stung when I was young and ever since, I've always been afraid of them.\"<br>B: \"What other things are you afraid of?\"<br>A: \"Sitting by the camp fire and telling horror stories is very scary.\"<br>B: \"Wow. You're afraid of many things huh?\"<br>A: \"I guess so. Aren't you afraid of something coming out of the bushes?\"<br>B: \"It's not going to happen. We probably went camping dozens of times and nothing ever came out of the bushes. What makes you think something will?\"<br>A: \"I don't know. I guess I'm terrified at the possibility.\"<br>B: \"If you were realistic, you probably wouldn't be scared of everything. Maybe you have too much imagination.\"<br>A: \"I should try to think more realistically. I'll do that.\"<br>B: \"Good. After a while, you won't be afraid of so many things.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=755\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=757\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Afraid or Scared - General Sentences         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/755-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Questions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S1.mp3\">Do you get scared easily?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S2.mp3\">Do you get scared watching horror movies?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S3.mp3\">Are you afraid of the dark?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S4.mp3\">What was the most terrifying experience you ever had?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S5.mp3\">Do you get scared when you are at home by yourself?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S6.mp3\">What do you do when you feel scared?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S7.mp3\">Are you afraid of death?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S8.mp3\">Hey Theresa, I just watched a movie and I'm scared. Do you want to get together?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S9.mp3\">If you're not busy, do you want to come over? I just watched a movie and I'm afraid to be alone.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>General Sentences</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S10.mp3\">My dog gets scared during fourth of July.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S11.mp3\">My dog gets scared when he hears a loud noise.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S12.mp3\">My wife hates watching scary movies. She's afraid of ghosts.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S13.mp3\">My little brother is afraid of his own room. He thinks there's a monster in the closet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S14.mp3\">My sister is terrified of spiders. She screams every time she sees one.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S15.mp3\">I'm not afraid of ghosts and monsters. They're all fake.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S16.mp3\">When I was young, I used to get scared, but it all changed when I grew up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S17.mp3\">I remember being afraid of a lot of things when I was younger.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S18.mp3\">The whole country was scared after the 9/11 attack.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S19.mp3\">The leaders of America said we shouldn't live in fear.</a>\"</span><br><br>When someone is scared, one instinct is to run away from the situation. The phrase, 'running scared' is used this way.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S20.mp3\">Why is he running scared?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S21.mp3\">Is the government running scared?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S22.mp3\">The revealed secret had the CEO running scared.</a>\"</span><br><br>Being scared does not always imply being frightened or afraid of monsters. A grown person can use this word if he or she is worried about something. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S23.mp3\">My company is downsizing. It's a little scary going through this. I don't know if I will have a job next month.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S24.mp3\">I'm afraid my company is going to lay off our whole department.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S25.mp3\">It's a little scary waiting for the test results. This is so important to me. I really hope I pass.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S26.mp3\">If I tell her, I'm afraid she's going to blow up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L174/sentence/L174S27.mp3\">I'm afraid to tell her because she's going to be mad.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=754\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=756\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Afraid or Scared         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/754-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Some people really don't get scared that much. Others get scared all the time. Usually ladies will get more scared than the guys. But even if you don't get scared that much, it is still good to learn this lesson because you might be talking to someone who gets scared easily. Let's begin.<br><br>There are several synonyms for scared that are commonly used.<br><br>Frightened<br>Freaked out<br>Terrified<br>Afraid<br>Fear<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S1.mp3\">I'm scared.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S2.mp3\">I get scared when I'm alone at night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S3.mp3\">I get scared pretty easily.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S4.mp3\">I get scared watching a horror movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S5.mp3\">It's frightening walking home at night.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S6.mp3\">I didn't know the mirror was there so I was frightened when I saw my reflection.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S7.mp3\">My little daughter gets frightened easily, so we keep the light on for her until she goes to sleep.</a>\"</span><br><br>Freaked out is more of a slang term used among the guys. My friends think it is a little girlish to say they are scared. So instead, they use the word freaked out.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S8.mp3\">When I was at a public bath room, three guys surrounded my stall waiting for me to leave. I was so freaked out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S9.mp3\">I got freaked out when I saw the bat fly across the room.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S10.mp3\">It's freaky walking through a dark park at night.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S11.mp3\">She was so terrified that she turned blue for a second.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S12.mp3\">It was a terrifying experience. We were both freaking out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S13.mp3\">I was terrified watching that movie.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S14.mp3\">If you're afraid, then you don't have to do it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S15.mp3\">My wife is afraid of the dark.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S16.mp3\">When I was little, I was afraid of everything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S17.mp3\">I'm not afraid of death.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S18.mp3\">I fear that we'll lose the war.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S19.mp3\">I fear that he'll get away.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S20.mp3\">You shouldn't let fear control you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L173/sentence/L173S21.mp3\">He fears that you will be mad.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=753\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=755\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Broken Heart - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mike. I heard about your breakup. You must be devastated.\"<br>B: \"It's more than I can bear. I don't think I can go on.\"<br>A: \"Come on Mike. It's not the end of the world.\"<br>B: \"It's the end of my world. She was everything to me. I loved her so much.\"<br>A: \"I remember my first breakup. I remember it was the hardest thing I ever went through. So I know it must be really tough right now.\"<br>B: \"Every night, I cry myself to sleep. Can you believe that I actually cry everyday?\"<br>A: \"It's normal to cry. You shouldn't feel bad about it. It's the only way to let it out.\"<br>B: \"How long will I feel like this? How long is the pain going to last?\"<br>A: \"It's different for everyone, but it took me four months to get over Jessica.\"<br>B: \"Four months... I have to live in hell for four months...\"<br>A: \"But I'm ok now. I moved on and I'm dating other great people. I know you will be better.\"<br>B: \"Why do you think she left me?\"<br>A: \"I really don't know. Some people change and they want to go in different directions.\"<br>B: \"But I loved her so much. I loved her more than anything in this world. She was my world.\"<br>A: \"I know you love her.\"<br>B: \"I don't think I'll be able to love anyone again.\"<br>A: \"I thought that too. I thought Jessica was the only person I would ever love. But it changes. It really does. You'll get better and become a stronger person.\"<br>B: \"I hope so.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/practice/L172P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Why are you so quiet?\"<br>B: \"My girlfriend just broke up with me.\"<br>A: \"You must feel terrible now.\"<br>B: \"Yeah.\"<br>A: \"I remember my first breakup. It was the worst feeling in the world. I was crying every day for three months. And slowly, it got better. I know you'll feel better too.\"<br>B: \"You've been through this too?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I remember it very clearly. The pain makes it easy to remember. I know you're really hurting right now, but you know many people experience breakups.\"<br>B: \"But it hurts too much.\"<br>A: \"I know it's painful, but it's only temporary. After the pain goes away, you'll find other girls.\"<br>B: \"What if I don't want to find another girl?\"<br>A: \"You'll change your mind. Look at everyone in the world. They all break up and move on. The faster you understand this, the quicker you will recover.\"<br>B: \"You're right.\"<br>A: \"I also know you must still have strong feelings for her, but try to think of all the bad things. You know she didn't treat you that well. Is that the person you want to spend the rest of your life with?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Thanks for the talk.\"<br>A: \"I'll give you a call later. We should hang out. It's good to be around people.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll talk to you later.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=752\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=754\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Broken Heart - Talking to Person with Broken Heart         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/752-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking to someone with a broken heart</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S1.mp3\">Time is the only thing that can heal your heart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S2.mp3\">It takes a while, but eventually, you'll be yourself again.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S3.mp3\">I know it's painful, but it's only temporary.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S4.mp3\">It's normal to feel this way. It's one of the most painful things.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S5.mp3\">You have to move on.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S6.mp3\">You need to get over him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S7.mp3\">There are plenty of girls for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S8.mp3\">There are a lot of fish in the sea. You shouldn't feel bad about losing one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S9.mp3\">I'm confident that you'll find a better guy.</a>\"</span><br><br>If your friend is trying to get over a person, it is good to concentrate on the bad things.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S10.mp3\">He wasn't good to you. It's actually better that you guys broke up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S11.mp3\">I know you're hurting, but it was for the better.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S12.mp3\">He was a jerk. You must realize that your situation is much better without him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S13.mp3\">I don't know what you saw in her. She wasn't good to you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S14.mp3\">I also know you must still have strong feelings for her, but try to think of the bad things. You know she didn't treat you that well. Is that the person you want to spend the rest of your life with?</a>\"</span><br><br>It is also good to talk about your experience and how you overcame the pain. If they see that you experienced it too, they will be more receptive to what you have to say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S15.mp3\">I remember my first break up. It was the worst feeling in the world. I was crying everyday for three months. And slowly, it got better. I know you'll feel better too.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S16.mp3\">My first break up was pretty painful. It took me two years to get over her. I was still crying after 6 months. But it felt good to move on. I knew there was a better girl for me. I know there is a better girl for you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L172/sentence/L172S17.mp3\">I sometimes had bad thoughts too. I thought that it would be easier to die than live with the pain. But you know it's wrong. I'm so glad that I dealt with the pain. I'm now a stronger and better person.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=751\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=753\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Broken Heart - Expressions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/750-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>The most painful time period in my life was when my heart was broken by my first love. Even though I call it my first love, I don't know if it was love or not. I just know it was a powerful feeling. Especially when it ended. I was devastated. In this lesson, we will cover sentences you will need when you talk to people about your broken heart.<br><br><b>Expressions</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S1.mp3\">I wish I could sleep and not wake up. I can't take the pain any longer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S2.mp3\">Sleeping is the only comfort I have. It's my only escape.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S3.mp3\">I wish God would take my life away. I wish I wasn't living anymore.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S4.mp3\">I'm never going to get over her. Even after 10 years, I'll still be thinking about her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S5.mp3\">There's a hole in my heart and I don't think it's going to heal.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S6.mp3\">My heart is so heavy. It's so hard to even walk.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S7.mp3\">I don't have the strength to move. I can't stand up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S8.mp3\">I lost my appetite and I can't fall asleep.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S9.mp3\">Maybe if she knew how much I loved her, she would come back to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S10.mp3\">Make it go away. Make the pain go away!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S11.mp3\">I loved her so much. I loved her more than anything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S12.mp3\">No. You don't understand. You don't understand how I feel.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S13.mp3\">Right when I came home from school, I would start to cry. I wouldn't even make it up the first step. I would fall on the ground and cry.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S14.mp3\">I remember in school, some classmates kept asking me if I was sick. That's how bad I looked. I was really sick in the heart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L170/sentence/L170S15.mp3\">I was crying one day and I fell asleep. When I woke up, I still had tears rolling down my face.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=749\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=751\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Love - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. How's it going?\"<br>B: \"I'm falling in love.\"<br>A: \"What! With who?\"<br>B: \"That girl in my econ class. She is so hot.\"<br>A: \"Did you guys go on a date already?\"<br>B: \"No. I didn't even talk to her yet. But I think I'm in love.\"<br>A: \"Does she have a boyfriend?\"<br>B: \"I don't think so. I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy.\"<br>A: \"Dude, you're a stalker man. Just ask her on a date.\"<br>B: \"I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone. I think I'll ask her then.\"<br>A: \"So why do you think you're in love?\"<br>B: \"She's the only thing I can think of all day long.\"<br>A: \"That's called blind love. Well, I gotta run. Tell me how it goes next week.\"<br>B: \"Alright. I'll talk to you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/practice/L169P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Happy anniversary honey.\"<br>B: \"Happy anniversary baby.\"<br>A: \"It's been one year since we got married. It was so fast.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. And I love you so much.\"<br>A: \"Really? What do you love about me?\"<br>B: \"Well, you're beautiful, smart, with a wonderful personality.\"<br>A: \"What else?\"<br>B: \"I also think you're sexy.\"<br>A: \"You're embarrassing me.\"<br>B: \"You asked.\"<br>A: \"I love you so much. I'm so happy and I think we have a wonderful marriage.\"<br>B: \"Me too. Let's make every year better and better.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=748\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=750\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Love - Talking to Friend         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/748-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Questions and Answers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S1.mp3\">When was your first love?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S2.mp3\">I fell in love for the first time in high school. We only dated for 3 months, but I had the strongest feeling for her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S3.mp3\">My first love was in college. We were together for 2 years. I loved him a lot, but it's over now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S4.mp3\">My first love was in college. We ended up getting married.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S5.mp3\">What was your first love like?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S6.mp3\">My first love experience was so powerful. It drove me crazy. I don't know if I could handle it again, but it was definitely an amazing experience.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S7.mp3\">My first love can be described like a romantic fairy tale. I would speak poems into her ear and kiss passionately in the night.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>General Statements</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S8.mp3\">I think I'm in love with her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S9.mp3\">I met this girl last week. We've been talking on the phone every night. I think I'm falling in love.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L169/sentence/L169S10.mp3\">I'm crazy about her. What do you think I should do?</a>\"</span><br><br>There are many more things to say about this subject. I encourage you to write down what you feel. If you are uncertain if it is grammatically correct, feel free to ask us. We will answer all your questions. For now, let's move on to practice.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=747\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=749\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Love - Infatuation or Love         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/747-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Between a new boyfriend or girlfriend</b><br><br>Many people mistake infatuation for love. When you first meet someone and you feel you are in love with that person, it's not really love. Love takes time to grow. Your infatuation and lust can turn into love after you get to know one another. But if you feel this bubbly sensation inside and can't think about anything except the other person, then it's merely infatuation. However, this infatuation is so powerful that it drives people crazy. The next section will provide many different example sentences. Let's take a look at this powerful feeling.<br><br><b>Things initially said</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S1.mp3\">My days are empty without you by my side.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S2.mp3\">I can't say I love you because what I feel inside is more than love.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S3.mp3\">I don't think it's possible to feel more love than I have for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S4.mp3\">My feelings are so strong that even when we are apart, I think you can feel my love for you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S5.mp3\">In the cold lonely night, the sound of your name comforts me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S6.mp3\">My eyes are fixed on your picture when we are apart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S7.mp3\">I take you everywhere with me. In my heart you are there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S8.mp3\">I love you more than I love life. You mean more to me than you can understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S9.mp3\">I want you so much. I need you so much. I love you so much.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S10.mp3\">I think I'm in love. Whenever I'm not with her, I feel so weak.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S11.mp3\">I can't think of anything besides her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S12.mp3\">She is the first thing on my mind, and the last thing before I sleep. Even in my sleep, I am with her.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L168/sentence/L168S13.mp3\">I find myself banging a wall controlled by a strong desire to be with her.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=746\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=748\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Love - Friend and Husband and Wife         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/746-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Love for a Friend</b><br><br>Some countries have a word for love between friends. For example, in Korean, the word is called Jung. The English language doesn't have this word. Basically when you feel love for a friend, you care for them deeply. You should understand that when someone says 'I love you' between friends, it doesn't imply anything sexual.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S1.mp3\">Jackie is my best friend. I love her so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S2.mp3\">You're such a good friend. I love you man.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S3.mp3\">Suzie is the sweetest person. I love her to death.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Love between Husband and Wife</b><br><br>Love between the husband and wife loses the initial bubbly feeling, but it becomes more powerful and more solid. It's easy to express how you feel by three simple words.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S4.mp3\">I love you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S5.mp3\">After 5 years, I love you more than ever.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S6.mp3\">I love you more now than I ever have.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other ways to express your love without saying 'I love you.'<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S7.mp3\">I don't know if I could go on with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S8.mp3\">You need to take care of yourself better. I don't want to lose you early.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S9.mp3\">You mean more to me than anything in the world.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L167/sentence/L167S10.mp3\">I wouldn't be able to live if something happened to you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=745\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=747\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=745",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Love - Family         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/745-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are several types of love. There is the love you have for your parents or children, the love you have for your wife or husband, the love you feel for a new girlfriend or a boyfriend, and the love you have for a friend. These are the primary things I will cover here. If you are curious about other types, feel free to ask specific questions and we will tell you the English equivalent. For now, let's talk about love.<br><br><b>Family love</b><br><br>I heard that the most unselfish love is the love from the mother to her child. It must be powerful and if you are a mother, you will probably understand. It's not common to talk to your mother or father about how much they love you. It is more common to talk to friends about this. Here are some sentences for this conversation.<br><br><b>Talking to friends about parents</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S1.mp3\">I can't believe how much parents love their children.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S2.mp3\">Although my mother always nags at me, I know she loves me so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S3.mp3\">I'm amazed at how much my parents gave up to give me a better life.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S4.mp3\">I'm such a bad daughter. After realizing how much my parents gave me, I feel so sad that I didn't show my appreciation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S5.mp3\">I think you will understand how much your parents love you when you get your own children.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S6.mp3\">When my parents can't take care of themselves, I will feel happy to take care of them. It's the least I can do to repay all that they gave me.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Talking to friends about children</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S7.mp3\">I don't know what I would do if I lost my child.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S8.mp3\">I finally understand how easy it was for my parents to give me so much after I got my daughter.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S9.mp3\">I love my son so much. I don't know what I would do without him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S10.mp3\">Love is so powerful. Even before my son was born, I had this bond with him that I couldn't understand.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L166/sentence/L166S11.mp3\">I'm going to do everything for my child.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=744\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=746\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Sad and Depressed - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mike. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Nothing much. What are you up to?\"<br>A: \"I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.\"<br>B: \"He took the civil service exam and failed.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. He must feel depressed.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days.\"<br>A: \"Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him.\"<br>B: \"That's a great idea. Why don't you call him? I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else.\"<br>A: \"Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/practice/L165P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Sarah. You look terrible. What's wrong?\"<br>B: \"My grandmother just passed away.\"<br>A: \"I'm so sorry to hear that. When did this happen?\"<br>B: \"A couple of days ago. I just got back from the funeral.\"<br>A: \"Is there anything I can do?\"<br>B: \"No... not really. The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died. I really wanted to be there one last time.\"<br>A: \"I'm sure she knew you loved her. Did she pass away in the hospital?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. She died in her sleep.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry she's gone.\"<br>B: \"At least she didn't suffer.\"<br>A: \"I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together.\"<br>B: \"I know. But I miss her.\"<br>A: \"When my grandmother passed away, I frequently visited her in the cemetery. I always talked to her. Even though she wasn't there, I somehow knew she heard what I said.\"<br>B: \"Yeah? That's what I was thinking too. Thanks.\"<br>A: \"It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day. We should get you something to eat.\"<br>B: \"You're right... I should eat something. Let's go.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=743\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=745\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sad or Depressed - Doctor and Friend         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/743-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Things to say to a doctor<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S1.mp3\">I'm always depressed for no reason.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S2.mp3\">I suffer from depression constantly.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S3.mp3\">I'm always depressed and I don't know why.</a>\"</span><br><br>Depression can be so bad that suicidal thoughts can arise. That's what doctors are there for and they can really help. But it is important to let someone know about how you feel.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S4.mp3\">I'm so depressed that I don't know if it's worth living any longer.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S5.mp3\">Can you do anything to help my depression?</a>\"</span><br><br>If a friend talks to you about these things, here are some sentences you can say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S6.mp3\">It's not your fault and this is pretty serious. I think you should go see a doctor. I can go with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S7.mp3\">I think a doctor can really help your situation. We should go in and talk to one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L165/sentence/L165S8.mp3\">You know they have medication to help depression. I'll help you look into it. What do you say?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=742\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=744\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sad or Depressed - Situational Depression         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/742-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Depression is classified as a disease. Many people suffer from depression and it is good to know how to say some sentences whether it is you or someone else.<br><br><b>Situational depression</b><br><br>When someone first comes to the United States, it is common to be depressed. This is usually due to loneliness, boredom, or feeling sad because you miss your friends and family.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S1.mp3\">I think I'm depressed because I have nothing to do here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S2.mp3\">I'm depressed because I don't have anything here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S3.mp3\">I'm so lonely here. I left all my friends to come here.</a>\"</span><br><br>Usually time heals these types of problems. Sometimes, whatever you say doesn't really help. They know the problem, but they can't control how they feel. Regardless, saying that you understand can show them that you care.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S4.mp3\">It must be really tough leaving your friends and family behind.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S5.mp3\">I have never experienced that, but I imagine it must be really hard.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S6.mp3\">Starting a new life someplace different is really hard. It's normal to feel this way. I think you'll get better with time.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S7.mp3\">If you surround yourself with people, you might find new friends.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L164/sentence/L164S8.mp3\">Why don't you go to church. You can find peace there and even find great friends.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=741\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=743\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sad or Depressed - Reactions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/741-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Crying is one reaction to being sad. When someone is crying, you know it is because they are sad for some reason. Here are some questions you can ask.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S1.mp3\">Why are you crying?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S2.mp3\">What's wrong?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S3.mp3\">Why are you sad?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S4.mp3\">What's bothering you?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S5.mp3\">Why do you feel so bad?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S6.mp3\">Why are you depressed?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S7.mp3\">What's making you feel like this?</a>\"</span><br><br>Because there are so many things in the world that can make us sad, it is hard to cover everything. I can only cover the tip of the iceberg on this subject. But feel free to ask any specific questions and we will let you know the proper sentence for your situation.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S8.mp3\">Our team lost the final match. We were second place.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S9.mp3\">My mother is very sick right now. I'm worried and sad.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S10.mp3\">My grandmother is in the hospital. I don't think she's going to make it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S11.mp3\">My uncle was diagnosed with cancer. The doctors don't expect him to make it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S12.mp3\">My cousin was killed in a car accident. It was the saddest thing in my life.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S13.mp3\">I trained so hard, but I didn't make the wrestling team. I'm a little down.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S14.mp3\">I didn't get into that University. I'm so depressed and my parents are going to be so disappointed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S15.mp3\">My grandfather just passed away. I was so close to him.</a>\"</span><br><br>Sometimes sadness can turn into anger. For example, when the US gets away with gold medals at the cost of Koreans or other countries, it's sad to see. After the initial feeling, it turns into anger.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S16.mp3\">Korea lost the gold medal to the US. It was so depressing watching the US get away with another gold medal.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L163/sentence/L163S17.mp3\">I'm getting sick of watching Korea get screwed by the Americans. It's really discouraging.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=740\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=742\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=740",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/740-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sad or Depressed         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/740-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>It's unfortunate that there seems to be more negative emotion than positive ones. Being sad and depressed is a common emotion that we must deal with. While dealing with these negative emotions, it is good to talk about how you feel. Let's get started so you can say how bad you feel in English.<br><br>I'm not going to cover feeling sad or depressed due to a broken heart in this lesson. Having a broken heart is a large topic so I will dedicate a whole lesson to the broken heart.<br><br>There are several ways to express you are sad by using different words. Here is a small list of different words you might hear.<br><br>Sad<br>Down<br>Gloomy<br>Feeling Blue<br>Depressed<br><br>Let's use these words in sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S1.mp3\">He's a little sad that Mark didn't invite him to his birthday party.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S2.mp3\">She's sad that she wasn't selected as the representative.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S3.mp3\">I always cry during sad movies.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S4.mp3\">I'm feeling a little down.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S5.mp3\">I got a bad grade in my final. I'm just a little down.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S6.mp3\">Jack is feeling pretty down. Let's take him out for a night of fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S7.mp3\">I feel so gloomy all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S8.mp3\">I wish I was happy. I'm sick of feeling gloomy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S9.mp3\">Let's go to a bar. I'm feeling a bit gloomy.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S10.mp3\">I'm feeling a little blue right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S11.mp3\">Jack hasn't come out in a long time. He's feeling a little blue. Let's try to cheer him up.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S12.mp3\">I didn't get my promotion from work. It's depressing me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S13.mp3\">Let's go get drunk tonight. I'm feeling depressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L162/sentence/L162S14.mp3\">Sometimes I feel depressed for no reason.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=739\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=741\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Stress - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi Jackie. You don't look too well. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"It's nothing. I'm just a little stressed out.\"<br>A: \"Why? What's stressing you out?\"<br>B: \"School. Since I was working part time, I had a difficult time keeping up with class. Now that we have exams coming up, I'm totally freaking out.\"<br>A: \"The best thing to do is study as much as you can. I'm sure you'll do alright.\"<br>B: \"I hope so. I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days. That's what it'll take.\"<br>A: \"I have to study for an exam too. Why don't we study together. We can encourage each other.\"<br>B: \"That will be great.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?\"<br>B: \"Nothing planned. How about you?\"<br>A: \"Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink.\"<br>B: \"I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too.\"<br>A: \"I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this stuff.\"<br>B: \"But we have to work tomorrow.\"<br>A: \"We won't stay out too late. I just need to forget about work.\"<br>B: \"I hear ya. Let's do it.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/practice/L161P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What stresses you out the most?\"<br>B: \"Probably my parents.\"<br>A: \"How so?\"<br>B: \"Well, during school, they wanted good grades. Then after I got a job, they wanted me to get a better job. And finally, they want me to get married.\"<br>A: \"You have to deal with a lot of pressure from your parents.\"<br>B: \"Your parents are not like that?\"<br>A: \"Ever since I brought home some bad grades in elementary school, they never expected much.\"<br>B: \"You're lucky.\"<br>A: \"What do you do to deal with the stress?\"<br>B: \"Not much I can do. It's always there. I sometimes go out with some friends and drink, but that's only a temporary solution. The stress always returns in the morning.\"<br>A: \"That sucks. You wanna go grab a beer?\"<br>B: \"Sure. Sounds great. Let's go.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=738\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=740\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stress - General         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/738-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S1.mp3\">My parents are putting pressure on me to get married. It's so stressful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S2.mp3\">My husband wants to have a baby. I don't want one yet. It's very stressful.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S3.mp3\">I get so much stress before interviews.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S4.mp3\">I feel a lot of stress when I have to talk in front of a large group.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S5.mp3\">Learning English is the most stressful thing I ever had to deal with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S6.mp3\">I get stress every time I think about speaking English.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S7.mp3\">He is always late with his work. It's beginning to stress me out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S8.mp3\">It's stressful because if anything goes wrong, our whole project will be ruined.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L161/sentence/L161S9.mp3\">It's so stressful because of the importance. So many people are dependent on our success.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=737\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=739\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stress - Questions and Answers         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/737-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S1.mp3\">What do you do when you feel a lot of stress?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S2.mp3\">What do you do when you feel stressed out?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S3.mp3\">How do you relieve your stress?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S4.mp3\">After work, I usually go out with some friends and have a few drinks.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S5.mp3\">We usually complain about our jobs over a bottle of Soju.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S6.mp3\">Drinking is the way we deal with stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S7.mp3\">On the weekend, my friends and I go out and drink a lot. It's the only way to stop thinking about work.</a>\"</span><br><br>Although drinking to relieve stress is a normal practice. It is a bad interview question. When you are talking to friends, it is normal to say that you drink to take care of the stress, but if you talk to someone important, make sure you give a simple answer.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S8.mp3\">I usually go to the river and relax by the water.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S9.mp3\">I like to rent a movie and relax on the sofa. This really helps me deal with my stress.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S10.mp3\">What stresses you out the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S11.mp3\">What makes you stressed the most?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S12.mp3\">Where do you get the most stress from?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S13.mp3\">My company gives me the most stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S14.mp3\">My girlfriend gives me the most stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S15.mp3\">I get a lot of stress from my parents.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S16.mp3\">School is the most stressful for me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S17.mp3\">Everything about life is stressful.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L160/sentence/L160S18.mp3\">I have a lot of stress trying to pay all the bills.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=736\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=738\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=736",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/736-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stress - Work         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/736-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S1.mp3\">I get a lot of stress from work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S2.mp3\">I'm sick of all the stress I have to deal with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S3.mp3\">The project I'm working on is giving me a lot of stress.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S4.mp3\">I have a lot of stress because of my manager. He wants me to finish my project in four days.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S5.mp3\">The most stressful thing about work is always making sure my manager is happy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S6.mp3\">If I don't butt kiss, I might get fired. It's so stressful living like this.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S7.mp3\">Work is so stressful.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S8.mp3\">There's this guy at work. He's the biggest butt kisser. It's stressful competing against this guy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S9.mp3\">I get a lot of stress from my coworkers. They're all way too competitive.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S10.mp3\">I volunteered for another project and it's stressful to say the least. I'm working 14 hours a day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S11.mp3\">My company is over working me. They expect way too much from everybody.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L159/sentence/L159S12.mp3\">If the work doesn't kill me, the stress will.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=735\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=737\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=735",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/735-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Stress - School         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/735-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Unfortunately, stress is a common emotion that we all experience. Most of the time, stress is caused by pressure placed on us. We experience stress trying to live up to someone else's expectations. This is the same for school and work. We are given work to do and if there is so much, we experience stress.<br><br><b>School</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S1.mp3\">I'm stressing out. I have a mid term tomorrow and I haven't studied yet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S2.mp3\">I have a paper due tomorrow and I didn't even read the book. I'm so stressed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S3.mp3\">I always get stressed out during finals week. Even if I study a lot, there are always unexpected questions I don't know about.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S4.mp3\">My parents give me so much stress. They expect me to get straight A's all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S5.mp3\">I would enjoy school a lot more if my parents didn't put so much pressure on me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S6.mp3\">My dad gave me a beating when I brought home a C on my report card.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S7.mp3\">I'm so stressed. I'm taking the CPA exam next week and I'm not confident.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S8.mp3\">I've been stressed like this for two weeks now. I'll be happy when this semester is over.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S9.mp3\">I took too many classes this semester. I shouldn't have tried to do so much. Now I'm stressing like crazy.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S10.mp3\">My English professor is stressing me out. He wants me to help him write his article.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L158/sentence/L158S11.mp3\">I'm having a lot of trouble in my political science class. It's stressing me out.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=734\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=736\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Worry - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"You don't look too well. What's going on?\"<br>B: \"I just lost my job. I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills.\"<br>A: \"I'm sorry to hear that. Have you been looking for another job?\"<br>B: \"I just started, but the job market is very bad right now. I'm not optimistic about it.\"<br>A: \"That's tough. What does your wife think about this?\"<br>B: \"She's trying to be supportive, but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well.\"<br>A: \"I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job. I'll see what they can do.\"<br>B: \"I really appreciate your help.\"<br>A: \"No problem. In the meantime, don't try to worry so much. You'll get through this.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/practice/L157P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Jared, I just heard about your father. How is he doing?\"<br>B: \"He's in the hospital resting. The doctor's didn't give a clear answer yet.\"<br>A: \"I'm so sorry to hear that. But this is a good hospital. I'm sure they will do whatever they can.\"<br>B: \"I hope so.\"<br>A: \"You must feel really worried right now. But you know your dad is a fighter.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I think my mom is the most worried. I'm basically worried about how she is doing.\"<br>A: \"Where is she right now?\"<br>B: \"She's in the hospital with my dad. I have to go back tonight.\"<br>A: \"Hey, I'll go with you.\"<br>B: \"You don't have to.\"<br>A: \"It's really no problem.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Let's go right after dinner.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=733\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=735\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/733-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Worry - Worried about Family         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/733-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Parents worry a lot about their kids. And if you have a mom or dad that worries about you, then you can say these types of sentences.<br><br> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S1.mp3\">Don't worry about me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S2.mp3\">Stop worrying about me. I'm doing great.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S3.mp3\">My mom is always worried about me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S4.mp3\">I wish my mom would stop worrying about me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S5.mp3\">My dad is always worried about my future.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S6.mp3\">I wish my mom would stop saying how much she worries about me. It doesn't really help my situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S7.mp3\">Why do parents always tell us that they are worried about us.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S8.mp3\">If you weren't such a screw up, then your parents wouldn't have to worry about you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S9.mp3\">Your parents only worry because they love you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S10.mp3\">Your mom only wants what is best for you. That's why she's worrying so much.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S11.mp3\">Your dad wants you to have a better life than his. That's why he's worrying.</a>\"</span><br><br>Finally, when we get older, it is common to worry about marriage and kids.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S12.mp3\">I'm already 30 and I don't even have a boy friend. What if I don't ever get married?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S13.mp3\">My mom is worried that I won't get married.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S14.mp3\">We've been trying to have a baby for 2 years now. I'm worried that we will never have one.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L157/sentence/L157S15.mp3\">My parents are worried that we won't have any children.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=732\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=734\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=732",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/732-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Being Worried - Talking to a Worried Person         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/732-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>When someone is worried, here are some sentences you might need to say.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S1.mp3\">Stop worrying. It's only making you feel worse.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S2.mp3\">You should try to think positive. Worrying is not going to help you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S3.mp3\">Don't worry about the planning. I'll take care of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S4.mp3\">Don't worry about the money. I already took care of it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S5.mp3\">I'm sure you passed the test. Don't worry about it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S6.mp3\">You had a high GPA and you did well on your test. Don't worry about getting into school. I'm sure all of them will accept you.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S7.mp3\">You're over reacting. The situation is not that bad. I don't think you should be worried at all.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S8.mp3\">Worrying is not going to help your situation. Let's think of a step by step plan that will help your financial problem.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S9.mp3\">The hardest part of your situation is that you can't do anything about it. I hope everything works out.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L156/sentence/L156S10.mp3\">Everything happens for a reason. I'm sure something good will come out of all this.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=731\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=733\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=731",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/731-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Worry - Serious Situation         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/731-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sometimes, a person might not take a situation seriously. If something bad happened and they don't think it is bad, then a popular comment is to say something like this.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S1.mp3\">I would worry if I were you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S2.mp3\">Do you think this is a joke? This is pretty serious.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S3.mp3\">This is one of your last chances. Aren't you worried at all?</a>\"</span><br><br>When we are worried, the word doesn't have to be used to express that we are worried. Here are a few examples of what I am talking about.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S4.mp3\">I don't know how I'm going to pay for the medical bills.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S5.mp3\">I have so much debt. I don't know what to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S6.mp3\">I just took the exam and I don't know if I passed or not.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S7.mp3\">I only applied for three schools. What's going to happen if I don't get into any of them?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S8.mp3\">I just had my interview. I don't know if I got it or not.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S9.mp3\">I hope they come out with the results soon. I hate the waiting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S10.mp3\">The doctor said there are some complications with the pregnancy. I'm praying nothing bad happens.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S11.mp3\">My mother got into a car accident. She's in critical condition. I don't know what's going to happen.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L155/sentence/L155S12.mp3\">So many people are counting on me. What if I let them down?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=730\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=732\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=730",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/730-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Being Worried         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/730-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Some people might say worrying is useless, but it is an emotion that everyone has. Worrying doesn't help the situation, but we can't help to feel worried when something happens. Let's look at some sentences that are commonly used.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S1.mp3\">I'm worried about my son.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S2.mp3\">I'm worried about the situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S3.mp3\">I'm so worried.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S4.mp3\">I'm a little worried.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S5.mp3\">He's very worried about work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S6.mp3\">He's worrying about his financial situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S7.mp3\">She's worried about her dog.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S8.mp3\">Our dog has been missing for 2 days. My wife is very worried.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S9.mp3\">Our son slipped and hit his head. It's going to be a couple of days before we know how serious it is. I can't help but worry about it.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S10.mp3\">I'd be worried if I was in that situation.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S11.mp3\">I bet she's really worried.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S12.mp3\">The doctor said something was wrong with my wife's blood test. I'm so worried.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S13.mp3\">I lost my job and I'm having a hard time finding another one. I'm beginning to worry about how I'm going to take care of my family.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L154/sentence/L154S14.mp3\">My husband lost his job. Although I'm worried, I can't put pressure on him because he feels really bad.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=729\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=731\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Excited - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I can't wait to go skiing tomorrow.\"<br>B: \"I know. It's going to be so much fun.\"<br>A: \"I always get excited the day before.\"<br>B: \"I used to be like that. But I go skiing so often that I don't get excited anymore.\"<br>A: \"I only go skiing twice a year, so it's a real treat for me.\"<br>B: \"That makes sense.\"<br>A: \"What things make you excited?\"<br>B: \"Whenever I go to Vegas, I get really excited.\"<br>A: \"Oh... that makes me excited too!\"<br>B: \"Looks like anything fun makes you excited.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jack. Are you excited about starting work?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it.\"<br>A: \"What was more exciting, starting college or starting work?\"<br>B: \"They're pretty similar, but in different ways. I really can't decide. How about you?\"<br>A: \"For me, I think starting school was more exciting.\"<br>B: \"Does that mean work isn't that great?\"<br>A: \"It's different for everyone, but because I knew school was going to be so much fun, I really got excited about it.\"<br>B: \"But work is a huge portion of our lives. I'm looking forward to making it fun.\"<br>A: \"That's a great attitude to have. I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce.\"<br>B: \"I hope you're right.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/practice/L153P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Suzie. Guess what? I'm having a baby!\"<br>B: \"Really? That's so great. Congratulations.\"<br>A: \"Thanks. I'm so excited. We've been trying for 8 months now.\"<br>B: \"That's really exciting. How many months are you pregnant?\"<br>A: \"Three months.\"<br>B: \"Are you going to find out if it is a boy or a girl?\"<br>A: \"I want to, but Bob doesn't. He wants to be surprised like the old fashioned way.\"<br>B: \"Maybe it's more exciting not knowing.\"<br>A: \"I'd rather know and buy all the baby things ahead of time.\"<br>B: \"There are so many things you have to prepare for.\"<br>A: \"I know I am going to be busy, but I know I can handle it. I have been looking forward to this day for a long long time.\"<br>B: \"It really must be an exciting time for you guys.\"<br>A: \"Thank you so much.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=728\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=730\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Excited - Other Expressions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/728-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Sometimes, being too excited can be negative. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S1.mp3\">I don't know what's wrong with him. He's always excited for no reason.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S2.mp3\">He's too hyper. I don't know why he's excited about every little thing.</a>\"</span><br><br>Hyper is usually used when someone has too much energy.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S3.mp3\">If you feel too excited, you won't be able to sleep. Then you won't perform that well tomorrow.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S4.mp3\">Calm down. You're over reacting.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S5.mp3\">My friend can never go to sleep the day before we go skiing. He always gets too excited.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S6.mp3\">My dog gets excited whenever the doorbell rings.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S7.mp3\">People with heart problems shouldn't get excited too often.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S8.mp3\">You should feel excited about this opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S9.mp3\">I don't understand why you're unhappy with your situation. I'd feel excited to have your opportunity.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S10.mp3\">Going to a concert is very exciting. There are many people there with so much energy and it's very fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S11.mp3\">It's exciting to see a great singer perform so powerfully.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S12.mp3\">I'm excited about my trip to Europe. It's going to be so fun.</a>\"</span><br><br>Being pumped up is another way you can say you are excited.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S13.mp3\">I'm pretty pumped up about my trip to Australia. I'm really looking forward to it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S14.mp3\">I'm pumped up about working out. I joined a health club and set a good schedule to follow.</a>\"</span><br><br>Being thrilled about something is another way to say you are excited.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S15.mp3\">It's so thrilling skiing down the mountain real fast.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S16.mp3\">I'm thrilled thinking about buying a new car.</a>\"</span><br><br>When you are referring to an exciting person, the word most commonly used is enthusiastic.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S17.mp3\">He's a very enthusiastic person.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S18.mp3\">I wish I had as much enthusiasm as he does.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L153/sentence/L153S19.mp3\">It's always fun to be around an enthusiastic person.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=727\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=729\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Guy, Girls, Sports - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jason. What are you doing this Friday?\"<br>B: \"I'm going to go to the driving range because I'm playing golf on Saturday.\"<br>A: \"You're golfing without me? What's up with that?\"<br>B: \"Sorry man, but we already have a foursome. I'm going with a couple of guys from work.\"<br>A: \"Where are you playing?\"<br>B: \"Washington National. Have you been there yet?\"<br>A: \"I've been there a couple of times. It's a great course. You know the Huskies play there right?\"<br>B: \"I didn't know that. Is it a hard course?\"<br>A: \"It's pretty challenging. But it all depends on which tee you play from.\"<br>B: \"What are you shooting these days?\"<br>A: \"I'm still hovering around a bogey game.\"<br>B: \"Still better than me. I'm still trying to hit a bogey game. Do you want to hit the driving range with me?\"<br>A: \"I can't this Friday. I'm playing basketball with the guys that night.\"<br>B: \"At night?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. We're playing indoors at a school gymnasium.\"<br>B: \"What's the occasion?\"<br>A: \"Just a small league I play on. Nothing special.\"<br>B: \"I'm too short to play basketball.\"<br>A: \"You're not that short. Plus, we have a couple of guys who are the same height as you. They're awesome players.\"<br>B: \"I never got into basketball. It's fun and all, but maybe I'm just not good at it.\"<br>A: \"It's still great exercise. I get a better workout from basketball than I do from the treadmill.\"<br>B: \"That's true.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What do you think about Matt's new girlfriend?\"<br>B: \"Samantha? She's pretty hot. I can't believe she fell for Matt.\"<br>A: \"I don't seem to have much luck with girls.\"<br>B: \"Why do you think that is?\"<br>A: \"I say the stupidest things around girls. I don't know why I do that?\"<br>B: \"It's because you're nervous. Best thing to do is not say a word until you know it's not stupid.\"<br>A: \"It doesn't work that way. I stop thinking around pretty girls.\"<br>B: \"I know. You got to date a girl who isn't that pretty then.\"<br>A: \"What's the story of your love life these days?\"<br>B: \"It's only been a couple of months that I broke up with Sarah. But I think it's about time to start hunting again.\"<br>A: \"Who's your type?\"<br>B: \"Anybody with a nice body and a pretty face.\"<br>A: \"How about their personality or their character?\"<br>B: \"I'm not thinking about marriage, so those things don't matter.\"<br>A: \"You're so shallow.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"So Mark. What is your favorite hobby?\"<br>B: \"Probably sports.\"<br>A: \"Anything specific? Or just sports in general.\"<br>B: \"Most sports. I like basketball, football, baseball, golf, tennis, so I guess most sports.\"<br>A: \"I like tennis. Did you play for your high school team?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I played on the varsity team starting from my sophomore year. How about you?\"<br>A: \"I played my junior and senior year.\"<br>B: \"What other sports did you play?\"<br>A: \"I played volleyball. I would have to say volleyball is my favorite.\"<br>B: \"What position did you play?\"<br>A: \"I was the outside hitter.\"<br>B: \"That's so cool. I didn't know you were athletic.\"<br>A: \"I don't know if I would consider myself athletic, but I have fun playing.\"<br>B: \"I play on a co-ed volleyball team every Tuesday. We're always looking for more girls to play on our team. Would you be interested?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It sounds fun. Just call me anytime you need a player.\"<br>B: \"That's great. Since we are on the topic of sports, what sport do you like to watch on television?\"<br>A: \"I never got into watching sports on TV. So I really don't know.\"<br>B: \"Not even the Super bowl?\"<br>A: \"Only when the group of people I'm with is watching it. I just never had interest in TV that much.\"<br>B: \"Well, I like following the Mariners. They're pretty good.\"<br>A: \"I like to go watch them play. It's fun when you are actually there.\"<br>B: \"A bunch of us are going to watch them play this June. Do you want to join us?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I'll go. I like the new stadium. It's pretty cool.\"<br>B: \"Ok. I'll make sure to get you a ticket as well.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 4  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P4.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P4b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L144/practice/L144P4a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What did Mike get you for your birthday Pam?\"<br>B: \"He got me a watch. See.\"<br>A: \"That's beautiful. He must have spent a fortune on it.\"<br>B: \"He's so great. I think he might propose pretty soon.\"<br>A: \"How do you know? Did he give you any clues?\"<br>B: \"He took me to a jewelry store and asked me what type of rings I like. It was a little obvious, but at least I got to pick the one I wanted.\"<br>A: \"That's not so romantic?\"<br>B: \"He was never romantic. Silly and cute, but not romantic. I like all his quirkiness. He always makes me laugh.\"<br>A: \"I guess you can't ask for much more than that.\"<br>B: \"How is it going with you and Brad?\"<br>A: \"We broke up a week ago.\"<br>B: \"I'm sorry to hear that. What happened?\"<br>A: \"I think we both just started to grow apart. I wasn't surprised.\"<br>B: \"Are you doing ok?\"<br>A: \"Actually, I'm feeling great. I guess I needed some freedom.\"<br>B: \"Have you started seeing other guys yet?\"<br>A: \"Not yet, but I when I meet a decent guy, I wouldn't mind dating again.\"<br>B: \"What kind of guy are you looking for?\"<br>A: \"Although my relationship with Brad wasn't that bad, I want a guy who likes to go out more. Brad always spent all his time studying and researching for school. It was quite boring.\"<br>B: \"You definitely need a guy who likes to have fun.\"<br>A: \"I wouldn't mind dating a romantic guy. Maybe I'm dreaming, but a nice walk down the beach, or dancing in the moonlight would be something I would love to do.\"<br>B: \"Hey. There are guys like that. All you have to do is find the right one.\"<br>A: \"But that's the hard part. I always fall for the guy who is smart. And then after a couple of months, I get bored.\"<br>B: \"Doesn't a tall, good looking guy turn you on?\"<br>A: \"Not really. What should I do?\"<br>B: \"We should go to a club this Saturday and find a smart romantic guy. How does that sound?\"<br>A: \"That sounds like a plan. Let's do it.\"<br>B: \"Great. I'll see you at nine then.\"<br>A: \"Ok. See you later.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=716\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=718\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Guys - Girls - and Sports Review         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/716-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Remember to send us regular voice files so we can see how you are doing. You should really be on your way to fluency. If you feel that you are not improving, let us know and we will work with you to help you more.<br><br>The next Interactive Practice will cover topics we had in Guys - Girls - and Sports category. Keep up the good work and keep practicing.<br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=715\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=717\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Jewelry - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"I love your bracelet. When did you get it?\"<br>B: \"I got it a while ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?\"<br>B: \"It's white gold.\"<br>A: \"Where did you buy it?\"<br>B: \"My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.\"<br>A: \"That's so sweet. What was the occasion?\"<br>B: \"That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.\"<br>A: \"You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.\"<br>B: \"My birthday is coming up. We'll find out pretty soon.\"<br>A: \"What do you want?\"<br>B: \"I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.\"<br>A: \"Why not a ring?\"<br>B: \"I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.\"<br>A: \"But you're ready for everything else?\"<br>B: \"Damn right.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hi. Can I help you with anything?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. Can I look at this ring?\"<br>A: \"Sure. Let me get it out for you. What is your size?\"<br>B: \"I believe I am a six.\"<br>A: \"Here you go.\"<br>B: \"Would you have any necklace that would go well with this?\"<br>A: \"Actually, we have a few to choose from. They are over here.\"<br>B: \"There's no price tag on this necklace.\"<br>A: \"Oh. I'm sorry. I'll check the price for you. It is $199.\"<br>B: \"This necklace is a little short. Do you have one that is longer?\"<br>A: \"Yes. Why don't you try this one on.\"<br>B: \"This one is much better. Can I try on the ring with this necklace?\"<br>A: \"Sure. Here you go.\"<br>B: \"Let me think about it.\"<br>A: \"Sure. Take your time.\"<br>B: \"Thank you for all the help.\"<br>A: \"No problem at all.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/practice/L143P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"What a beautiful watch. It goes very well with your ring.\"<br>B: \"Thank you.\"<br>A: \"Is that your wedding ring?\"<br>B: \"I'm not married yet. It's my engagement ring.\"<br>A: \"Well, congratulations. When is the big date?\"<br>B: \"In June.\"<br>A: \"Did you have the watch before getting the ring?\"<br>B: \"Actually, we bought the ring together after I got the watch.\"<br>A: \"You did a fabulous job with the selection. It's gorgeous.\"<br>B: \"Thank you so much.\"<br>A: \"What kind of watch is it?\"<br>B: \"It's a Tag Heuer.\"<br>A: \"If you don't mind me asking, how much do they cost?\"<br>B: \"This one is $1500. But they range from $600 to $3000.\"<br>A: \"That's why it looks so nice. I should have figured. You always get what you pay for.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. I would rather get one nice watch instead of 20 mediocre ones.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=714\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=716\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/714-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Jewelry - General Statements         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/714-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S1.mp3\">You can tell she is rich by all the jewelry she is wearing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S2.mp3\">Did you see the size of the rock on her finger?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S3.mp3\">Her boyfriend buys her a lot of jewelry. He must be rich.</a>\"</span><br><br> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S4.mp3\">I want a necklace for my graduation gift.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S5.mp3\">My mom is going to give me her ring when I get married. It's a tradition we have in our family.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S6.mp3\">Girls love jewelry as much as guys love sports.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S7.mp3\">Not all girls like jewelry. Some of them think it is a waste of money.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S8.mp3\">Even the girls who don't like jewelry would buy a lot if they had a lot of money.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S9.mp3\">Do you think I should buy her a necklace or a ring?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S10.mp3\">If you buy her a ring, she might think you are proposing to her.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S11.mp3\">How much do you think I will need to buy my fiancé a nice diamond ring?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S12.mp3\">How much do I need to buy a decent diamond ring?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L143/sentence/L143S13.mp3\">Do girls like diamond earrings?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=713\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=715\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=713",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Jewelry - Jewelry Stores         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/713-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Asking about jewelry stores</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S1.mp3\">Where is the best place to buy jewelry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S2.mp3\">Where would you go to buy jewelry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S3.mp3\">Are all jewelry stores the same?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S4.mp3\">What do you think about Tiffany's?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S5.mp3\">Does the Shane Co. have good quality jewelry?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S6.mp3\">Do they have high quality rings?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S7.mp3\">What jewelry store do you recommend?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S8.mp3\">It all depends on how much you want to spend.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S9.mp3\">The best place to buy jewelry is Tiffany's. Their service is great and the quality of all their stuff is amazing.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S10.mp3\">Jared's is a pretty good place for the price.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S11.mp3\">I like Costco because they are much cheaper than any other place.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S12.mp3\">If you want to buy an engagement ring, EE Robins is a great jewelry store.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>In a jewelry store</b><br><br>Most or all jewelry items are behind a glass on display. You will need to work with a salesperson to view items directly.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S13.mp3\">I'm looking for a bracelet.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S14.mp3\">Can I see this one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S15.mp3\">Can I see that one?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S16.mp3\">Can I try it on?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S17.mp3\">How much does this bracelet cost?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S18.mp3\">Do you have this in white gold?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S19.mp3\">Do you have any bracelets with diamonds in them?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S20.mp3\">I'm looking for clip on earrings. Do you carry any?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S21.mp3\">Do you have diamond studded clip on earrings?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S22.mp3\">What types of earrings do you carry?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S23.mp3\">I like this one, but do you have the same one with a bigger diamond?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S24.mp3\">Do you have this bracelet without the design on it?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S25.mp3\">Do you engrave here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S26.mp3\">I would like to get this bracelet? How much is engraving here?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S27.mp3\">I'm looking for a titanium ring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S28.mp3\">Do you carry any titanium bands?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S29.mp3\">Do you have a matching necklace for this ring?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S30.mp3\">Could I get this diamond on that band?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S31.mp3\">How long will it take to mount this diamond on this ring?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S32.mp3\">This ring is too loose for me now. Can you make it smaller?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L142/sentence/L142S33.mp3\">This ring is too small. Can you make it larger?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=712\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=714\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=712",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Jewelry         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/712-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>There are many types of jewelry, but the ones I will focus on are the ring, necklace, earring, bracelet, and watch. Although watch can be in a category by itself, we will include it in this section until a separate section is created.<br><br>Conversation is usually started with a person complimenting a piece of jewelry. Here are some examples.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S1.mp3\">That's a beautiful necklace.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S2.mp3\">What a magnificent ring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S3.mp3\">I like the design of your ring.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S4.mp3\">Your bracelet is very nice.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S5.mp3\">I love your watch.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S6.mp3\">What a beautiful pair of earrings.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S7.mp3\">Where did you get your necklace from?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S8.mp3\">What is the carat on your diamond ring?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S9.mp3\">Is that your wedding ring?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S10.mp3\">What type of diamond is that?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S11.mp3\">What is the make of your watch?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S12.mp3\">Is that white gold, silver, or platinum?</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S13.mp3\">Is your gold ring 14 carats or 18 carats?</a>\"</span><br><br>Carat is a unit of measurement for gold or diamond. 24 carat is pure gold and 50 percent of pure gold is 12 carats. Diamonds use carat to determine size. One carat is considered to be pretty big. While getting past 3 carats will be uncommon for the general people because of the large size.<br><br>Answering a compliment is very easy. All you need to say is, 'Thank you.' But if you want to elaborate, you can say the following things.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S14.mp3\">Thank you. My husband got it for me for our anniversary.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S15.mp3\">Thank you. It was a present from my boyfriend.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S16.mp3\">Do you like it? My grandmother gave it to me.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S17.mp3\">This is a Rolex. My husband and I got a matching pair for our wedding.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L141/sentence/L141S18.mp3\">This is a Cartier. I bought it last summer.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=711\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=713\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Shopping - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Welcome. Can I help you with anything?\"<br>B: \"Hi. I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday. Do you have any suggestions?\"<br>A: \"Let's see. How about a nice shirt and tie? You can't go wrong there.\"<br>B: \"Well. He doesn't wear ties that often.\"<br>A: \"We have some nice pants. You can also get him a belt with it.\"<br>B: \"That sounds good. Which one do you recommend?\"<br>A: \"These slacks are very popular. He can wear them to dress up a little or on a normal casual day.\"<br>B: \"I like them. Do you have matching belts?\"<br>A: \"Yes. Right over here.\"<br>B: \"How much are they?\"<br>A: \"The pants are on sale for $40, and the belt is $25.\"<br>B: \"What is your return policy just in case he doesn't like them?\"<br>A: \"Just save the receipt and we will gladly return or exchange them for you.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. I'll take them.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Jackie. What are you doing?\"<br>B: \"Nothing much. I'm just relaxing today. Why? What's going on?\"<br>A: \"I was thinking about heading to the mall. Do you want to go?\"<br>B: \"Are they having a sale?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale. It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on.\"<br>B: \"That sounds great. Where should we meet?\"<br>A: \"I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes.\"<br>B: \"Sounds good. See you there.\"<br>A: \"What do you think about these shoes?\"<br>B: \"They're cute. But do you think you'll really wear them?\"<br>A: \"No. Not really.\"<br>B: \"This sweater is so pretty. I love the low neck design.\"<br>A: \"I bet it's expensive.\"<br>B: \"It's on sale for $80. What do you think? Should I try them on?\"<br>A: \"For 80 bucks it looks great. Go try it on.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 3  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P3.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P3b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/practice/L140P3a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Where is your dressing room?\"<br>B: \"Right over there.\"<br> <i>Person A comes out of the dressing room</i><br>B: \"How did you like the sweater?\"<br>A: \"I loved it. I'll take it.\"<br>B: \"Great. I can ring you up over here. It comes to $87.04.\"<br>A: \"Here you go?\"<br>B: \"Do you have a credit card with us?\"<br>A: \"No I don't.\"<br>B: \"If you open up a card, you can save 10% on all your purchases today.\"<br>A: \"Not today. Thanks though.\"<br>B: \"No problem. We always have this offer, so when ever you decide to, just let us know.\"<br>A: \"Sure.\"<br>B: \"Is there anything else I can help you with?\"<br>A: \"Yeah. I was looking at some of your pants, but they are all a bit too long. Do you have alteration services here?\"<br>B: \"Yes. It costs $7, and it takes one day.\"<br>A: \"Great. Thanks for your help.\"<br>B: \"Thank you, and have a great day.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=710\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=712\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>You want me to call you tomorrow? <b>Sure thing</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Sure Thing         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To express that you will do something<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: If someone asks you for help, you can respond with \"sure thing\" to indicate certainty.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S1.mp3\">You want me to call you tomorrow? <b>Sure thing</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S2.mp3\"><b>Sure thing</b>. I'll be there!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S3.mp3\">I can help you move. <b>Sure thing</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S4.mp3\">Sorry to hear your mom is in the hospital.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S5.mp3\">Thanks, they are still doing some tests to find out what is wrong with her.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S6.mp3\">Well let me know once you find out anything.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S7.mp3\"><b>Sure thing</b>, I will call you once they let me know.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S8.mp3\">Of course I will.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P150/sentence/P150S9.mp3\">Certainly.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1096\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I really like them. They are so <b>down to earth</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Down to Earth         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Realistic; reasonable; sensible<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you are down to earth, you are realistic, reasonable, and does not imagine unnecessary things.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S1.mp3\">I really like them. They are so <b>down to earth</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S2.mp3\">They are really <b>down to earth</b> and easy to get along with.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S3.mp3\">They live their life very <b>down to earth</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S4.mp3\">I really like how you handle different situations.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S5.mp3\">I just try and deal with them the best I can.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S6.mp3\">But you're so <b>down to earth</b> and deal with them very realistically.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S7.mp3\">Thank you for your compliments.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S8.mp3\">You are very sensible.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P149/sentence/P149S9.mp3\">You are very reasonable and realistic.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1095\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1097\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Can you please <b>get to the point</b>? You're taking forever.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Get to the Point         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone is not providing the piece of information that is the most important.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When someone is telling you something and they are going around in circles without coming to any conclusion or without providing the main point, you can use this by itself to tell someone to stop going around in circles and to tell you what they mean.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S1.mp3\">Can you please <b>get to the point</b>? You're taking forever.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S2.mp3\"><b>Get to the point</b>, you're making no sense.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S3.mp3\">If you can just <b>get to the point</b> maybe I can help you.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S4.mp3\">I am having a hard time trying to tell you what happened.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S5.mp3\">Just <b>get to the point</b> and maybe I will understand better.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P148/sentence/P148S6.mp3\">Tell me what you mean.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1094\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1096\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1094",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>If you don't want to go to the pool, <b>I'll be down</b> for whatever.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'll Be Down         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To agree to participate in the plan<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Down\" comes from \"down to earth.\" When you are down to earth, you are realistic and not imagining things. Therefore, when you are \"down,\" you are basically legitimate or a real. This is an informal way of saying you are in for the plan.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S1.mp3\">If you don't want to go to the pool, <b>I'll be down</b> for whatever.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S2.mp3\"><b>I'll be down</b> with whatever you guys want to do tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S3.mp3\">Going to the movies sounds good, <b>I'm down</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S4.mp3\">Just wanted to let you know we all might go skating tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S5.mp3\"><b>I'm down</b>. Sounds like fun to me.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S6.mp3\">Ok then, we will pick you up around 7 o'clock.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S7.mp3\">Sounds good.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S8.mp3\">I'm in.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P147/sentence/P147S9.mp3\">I agree with that.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1093\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1095\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1093",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I really want to know what happens so <b>keep me in the loop</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Keep Me in the Loop         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To be informed about everything regarding that subject<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Loop\" is a cycle or a continual circular motion. When you are not in the circle, then you don't know what is going on. So being in the loop is indicating that you are aware of the situation. Being kept in the loop is asking someone to keep you informed about what is happening.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S1.mp3\">I really want to know what happens so <b>keep me in the loop</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S2.mp3\"><b>Keep me in the loop</b> so I'm included.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S3.mp3\">Thanks for the update. <b>Keep me in the loop</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S4.mp3\">I am meeting with my boss tomorrow about the presentation.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S5.mp3\"><b>Keep me in the loop</b> and let me know what he says.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S6.mp3\">Ok, I will let you know.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S7.mp3\">Keep me informed.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P146/sentence/P146S8.mp3\">Make sure I am included.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1092\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1094\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1092",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't know why he keeps calling her. <b>He's been burned</b> by her numerous times.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Has Been Burned         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To get screwed; to get a bad deal; to be tricked<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: When you are burned, it hurts. When you are screwed, get a bad deal, or get cheated, that hurts too. So it became common to use \"burned\" in this manner.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S1.mp3\">I don't know why he keeps calling her. <b>He's been burned</b> by her numerous times.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S2.mp3\">I <b>have been burned</b> by making bad decisions before.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S3.mp3\">I <b>got burned</b> on that used car we bought.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S4.mp3\">So did you end up going on a date with her?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S5.mp3\">Man, I <b>got burned</b>! She ended up going out with someone else instead.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S6.mp3\">That's too bad. Don't let it bother you.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S7.mp3\">I won't, I didn't like her anyways.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S8.mp3\">I've been swindled.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P145/sentence/P145S9.mp3\">I got a bad deal.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1091\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1093\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1091",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Mary said you were rude to her, <b>you know better than that</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Know Better Than That         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone makes a mistake that they shouldn't have made<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is used more commonly with children, but can also be used to adults. However, this can make the person feel a little bad because you are speaking to them like a child.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S1.mp3\">Mary said you were rude to her, <b>you know better than that</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S2.mp3\"><b>You know better than that</b>. Now pick up the mess you made before going outside.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S3.mp3\">Come on, <b>you know better than that</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S4.mp3\">Did you yell at your sister for playing with your toys?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S5.mp3\">Yes, she didn't ask me.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S6.mp3\">Well <b>you know better than that</b>. Next time use your manners and ask her nicely.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S7.mp3\">Ok mom, I'm sorry.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S8.mp3\">You know the right thing to do.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P144/sentence/P144S9.mp3\">You know what you were supposed to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1090\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1092\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I knew that was a bad idea, <b>I told you so</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Told You So         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: This is used when you already told someone something and it came true<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is commonly used when you give someone advice and they don't listen to you. Afterwards, the person you gave advice to did not get what they wanted, and if they had listened to you, they would have succeeded. In this case, you can use this expression.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S1.mp3\">I knew that was a bad idea, <b>I told you so</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S2.mp3\"><b>I told you so</b>. You should have listened to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S3.mp3\">You shouldn't be surprised, because <b>I told you so</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S4.mp3\">I should have listened to your advice.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S5.mp3\">Why do you say that?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S6.mp3\">I tried that new restaurant and it was terrible.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S7.mp3\">What did I tell you? <b>I told you so</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P143/sentence/P143S8.mp3\">I warned you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1089\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1091\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1089",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Hop in</b>. You can ride with me to the grocery store.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hop In         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone to get in the car<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Hop\" is like a small jump. So this phrase is pretty straightforward. <br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S1.mp3\"><b>Hop in</b>. You can ride with me to the grocery store.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S2.mp3\"><b>Hop in</b>. We need to leave right away.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S3.mp3\">If you need a ride home, <b>hop on in</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S4.mp3\">I can't believe my car broke down again.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S5.mp3\"><b>Hop in</b>, and I'll give you a ride home.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S6.mp3\">Thanks man.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S7.mp3\">You're welcome.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S8.mp3\">Get in the car.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P142/sentence/P142S9.mp3\">Jump in the car.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1088\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1090\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1088",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>It's up to you</b>, but I don't think we should bother him.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It's Up To You         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell a person that they are the one to make a decision<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Up to\" is commonly used to indicate a decision. It is common to say, \"up to her,\" or \"up to them,\" or \"up to me.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S1.mp3\"><b>It's up to you</b>, but I don't think we should bother him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S2.mp3\">I don't care what we do tonight, <b>it's up to you</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S3.mp3\"><b>It's up to you</b> whether we invite them to the party.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S4.mp3\">What time do you think we should leave to go to the airport?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S5.mp3\"><b>It's up to you</b>. Our flight is at 7 o'clock.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S6.mp3\">I think we should leave by 5 then.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S7.mp3\">Ok. Sounds good to me.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S8.mp3\">You can decide.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P141/sentence/P141S9.mp3\">You can make the decision.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1087\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1089\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1087",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>That's <b>just my luck</b>, I never win at anything.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Just My Luck         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Expression used when something bad happens to you<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is commonly used to tell someone that you are unlucky.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S1.mp3\">That's <b>just my luck</b>, I never win at anything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S2.mp3\"><b>Just my luck</b>, my boss asked me to work late tonight.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S3.mp3\"><b>Just my luck</b>, I got a speeding ticket on the way home.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S4.mp3\">I hear you had to change your plans for this weekend?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S5.mp3\">Yeah, I have to work so we can't go to the beach with you.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S6.mp3\">That's too bad.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S7.mp3\">Yeah, it's <b>just my luck</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S8.mp3\">I am so unlucky.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S9.mp3\">Something went wrong for me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P140/sentence/P140S10.mp3\">I have back luck.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1086\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1088\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1086",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Good point</b>, I should have followed the instructions while building it.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Good Point         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that they had a good comment, thought, or suggestion<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Point\" can be seen as an idea, a statement, or a thought.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S1.mp3\"><b>Good point</b>, I should have followed the instructions while building it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S2.mp3\"><b>Good point</b>, I will call her to explain what happened.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S3.mp3\">That is a very <b>good point</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S4.mp3\">I really think you should have called him first before stopping by his house.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S5.mp3\"><b>Good point</b>. I will remember that next time.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S6.mp3\">Good thought.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P139/sentence/P139S7.mp3\">Good suggestion.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1085\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1087\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Lighten up</b>. Things could be worse.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Lighten Up         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Telling someone to not be depressed<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is very similar to \"cheer up.\" It can also be used to tell someone not to be negative.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S1.mp3\"><b>Lighten up</b>. Things could be worse.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S2.mp3\"><b>Lighten up</b>. We can go to the movies another day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S3.mp3\"><b>Lighten up</b>. There will be another chance to play.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S4.mp3\">I'm so upset that we didn't get to go to the game yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S5.mp3\"><b>Lighten up</b>. We can go some other time.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S6.mp3\">I know, I just feel bad I had to work.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S7.mp3\">Like I said, it's ok. We can try again next week.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S8.mp3\">Cheer up.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P138/sentence/P138S9.mp3\">Don't be so depressed.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1084\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1086\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>We only have 7 more days until vacation! <b>I can't wait</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I Can't Wait         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Being excited about something<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is very literal. This phrase is usually used by itself and does not need to be in a full sentence.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S1.mp3\">We only have 7 more days until vacation! <b>I can't wait</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S2.mp3\"><b>I can't wait</b>. They are going to announce the contest winners today.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S3.mp3\"><b>I can't wait</b> for summer to get here, I don't like the cold weather.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S4.mp3\"><b>I can't wait</b> to see my parents this weekend!</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S5.mp3\">Are they coming in town to visit?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S6.mp3\">Yes, I haven't seen them for a year.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S7.mp3\">Have a fun time visiting with them.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S8.mp3\">I am eager for it to happen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P137/sentence/P137S9.mp3\">I'm waiting with excitement.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1083\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1085\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>It serves you right</b>. You were not nice to him.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         It Serves You Right         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Expressing that justice happened because the person got what they deserved<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is usually said when something bad happens to someone who continually did something bad.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S1.mp3\"><b>It serves you right</b>. You were not nice to him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S2.mp3\"><b>It serves him right</b>. He can't expect to win when he cheats during the game.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S3.mp3\"><b>It serves you right</b>. You got what you deserved.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S4.mp3\">Can you believe Kim got fired from work?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S5.mp3\"><b>Serves her right</b>. She was always late or calling in sick.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S6.mp3\">I guess you're right, but I hope she finds a new jo<b>B.</b></a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S7.mp3\">Me too.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P136/sentence/P136S8.mp3\">You got what you deserved.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1082\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1084\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Ok everyone break time is over, get <b>back to the grind</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Back to the grind         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Going back to work after a break<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: \"Back\" is going back to something. Grinding something is hard work, so going back to the \"grind\" is going back to hard work.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S1.mp3\">Ok everyone break time is over, get <b>back to the grind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S2.mp3\"><b>Back to the grind for me</b>. I'll catch you later.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S3.mp3\">Time to get <b>back to the grind</b>. I need to finish so I can leave on time.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S4.mp3\">I really need to finish this project before my deadline.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S5.mp3\">If that's the case, you'd better stop talking and get <b>back to the grind</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S6.mp3\">I agree, I need to finish it before I leave.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S7.mp3\">Good luck.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S8.mp3\">I better get back to work.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P135/sentence/P135S9.mp3\">You'd better get back to what you were working on.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1081\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1083\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I don't think I'll get the job but <b>you never know</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Never Know         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Expressing that the unlikely could happen<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is short for \"You never can be certain of anything.\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S1.mp3\">I don't think I'll get the job but <b>you never know</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S2.mp3\"><b>You never know</b>. Some people don't mind the rain.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S3.mp3\"><b>You never know</b>. He still could change his mind.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S4.mp3\">I don't think my husband wants to go with us.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S5.mp3\"><b>You never know</b>. Have you asked him?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S6.mp3\">Not yet, but I will tonight.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S7.mp3\">I think that might be a good idea.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S8.mp3\">It could happen.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P134/sentence/P134S9.mp3\">Things still can change.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1080\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1082\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I want to quit smoking but <b>that's easier said than done</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         That's easier said than done         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: This is used when something is easy to say but very hard to do.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This phrase is very literal. Often times people tell you to do something that sounds easy, but it is actually hard. So in response, you can say this phrase.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S1.mp3\">I want to quit smoking but <b>that's easier said than done</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S2.mp3\">She wants me to be more romantic but <b>that's easier said than done</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S3.mp3\">I wish I could just retire a wealthy man but <b>that's easier said than done</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S4.mp3\">I really want to learn how to take good photographs.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S5.mp3\">Maybe you should take a class?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S6.mp3\">My sister learned how to do it all by herself.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S7.mp3\">I don't doubt it <b>but that's easier said than done</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S8.mp3\">That's more difficult than it sounds.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P133/sentence/P133S9.mp3\">It's easy to say something, but difficult to do.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1079\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1081\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=710",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/710-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shopping - Presents         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/710-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Shopping for presents</b><br><br>Almost everyone needs to buy a present. Let's look at some sentences that you will need.<br><br>It's common to ask a birthday person what they want.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S1.mp3\">What do you want for your birthday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S2.mp3\">Do you need anything?</a>\"</span><br><br>Or, you can ask a friend of a birthday person.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S3.mp3\">What do you think John wants for his birthday?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S4.mp3\">What do you think I should get for John?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S5.mp3\">What are you getting John for his birthday?</a>\"</span><br><br>Buying something for a girlfriend or boyfriend is a little different. If you don't have any ideas, then you can ask a sales person. Let's say you want to buy your girlfriend a piece of jewelry.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S6.mp3\">I want to buy my girlfriend a birthday present. Do you have any suggestions?</a>\"</span><br><br>Or if you want to buy a boyfriend a tie or a shirt, you can go to a place like Banana Republic and ask them.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L140/sentence/L140S7.mp3\">I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday. Can you help me pick out something?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=709\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=711\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1079",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Hold on a sec</b>, I thought you were staying home tonight?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Hold On a Sec         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To tell someone to wait; to slow down; an expression used before providing a different point of view or opinion<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is fairly straightforward. \"Sec\" in this context is one \"second.\" You're basically telling someone to wait because you are about to say something else.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S1.mp3\"><b>Hold on a sec</b>, I thought you were staying home tonight?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S2.mp3\"><b>Hold on a sec</b>, are you serious?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S3.mp3\"><b>Hold on a sec</b>. This is different from what you told me yesterday.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S4.mp3\">Chip is going to draft a quarterback in the first round?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S5.mp3\"><b>Hold on a sec</b>. I swore he was going to draft a running back first.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S6.mp3\">It's a surprise for me too, but I'm pretty sure about it.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S7.mp3\">Not so fast.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P132/sentence/P132S8.mp3\">On the contrary.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1078\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1080\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=709",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/709-long.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shopping - Grocery         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/709-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>Grocery shopping is a common thing that is done at least on a weekly basis. I'll cover some general sentences that are commonly used.<br><br><b>Before shopping</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S1.mp3\">I'm going to the grocery store. Do you need anything?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S2.mp3\">I'm going to QFC. Do you want to go?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S3.mp3\">Did you create a grocery list?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S4.mp3\">I'm going to Safeway tonight. Let me know if you need anything by 5:30.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S5.mp3\">Let's go to the grocery store together.</a>\"</span><br><br>Many large grocery stores have coupons they distribute through the newspaper. You cut them out and save money on items that are shown in the coupon.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S6.mp3\">I have a bunch of coupons I got from the newspaper.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S7.mp3\">There were a lot of coupons, but I didn't need any of them.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S8.mp3\">There are no coupons for anything I ever buy.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>During grocery shopping</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S9.mp3\">Where is your bread section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S10.mp3\">Where can I find milk?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S11.mp3\">Where are your beers?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S12.mp3\">Do you sell alcohol here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S13.mp3\">I'm looking for pickles. Can you help me find them?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S14.mp3\">Do you have a bakery section?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L139/sentence/L139S15.mp3\">I'm looking for cough medicine. Where is your medicine area?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=708\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=710\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1078",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Sure you will be a millionaire one day, <b>in your dreams</b>.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         In Your Dreams         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used to tell someone that they will not get what they want.<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Although the sentences below are used in full sentences, this phrase is commonly used by itself.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S1.mp3\">Sure you will be a millionaire one day, <b>in your dreams</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S2.mp3\">You will be as good as me <b>in your dreams</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S3.mp3\">You think you will beat me? <b>In your dreams</b>.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S4.mp3\">I've been practicing shooting basketball with my dad.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S5.mp3\">Are you getting any better?</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S6.mp3\">I can beat you now.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S7.mp3\"><b>In your dreams</b>, buddy!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P131/sentence/P131S8.mp3\">You wish.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1077\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1079\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I can't believe you have your own business! <b>You made it big</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         You Made It Big         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Used when someone succeeded financially<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: Very similar to the idiom \"you made it\" but includes the word \"big\" The word \"big\" is talking about money so it is expressing to someone that they have succeeded financially.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S1.mp3\">I can't believe you have your own business! <b>You made it big</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S2.mp3\">I can't believe how nice your house is. <b>You made it big</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S3.mp3\"><b>You made it big</b>! Your parents will be proud of you.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S4.mp3\">So how have you been?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S5.mp3\">I've been good. I live in Beverly Hills with my wife.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S6.mp3\">Wow you live in Beverly Hills? <b>You made it big</b>!</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S7.mp3\">You've done well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P130/sentence/P130S8.mp3\">You really succeeded!</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1076\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1078\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Shopping - Clothes         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/708-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br>A few guys like to shop. As for the girls, most of them enjoy shopping. Shopping can consist of grocery shopping, clothes shopping, or present shopping. I'm sure there are other types as well, but I will limit this lesson to these three types of shopping.<br><br><b>Shopping for clothes</b><br><br>'Window Shopping' is a terminology used when you do not plan on buying anything. Basically, you are only looking. The term 'window shopping' was created because a lot of stores have mannequins on display in the window with clothes on them. So walking by the store and looking at the clothing through the window is a way to see what they have. This is called 'window shopping.'<br><br>Mannequins are the fake life size figures that are used to put and display clothes. Most department stores show clothing with the mannequins.<br><br>Here are some common statements and questions most commonly used in a clothing store.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S1.mp3\">Where is the dressing room?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S2.mp3\">I can't find my size here. Can you check if you have this in a size 4?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S3.mp3\">Do you have this in different colors?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S4.mp3\">Where are your jeans located?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S5.mp3\">Where is the red sweater on display in the window?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S6.mp3\">How much is this skirt?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S7.mp3\">Are you going to have a sale soon?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S8.mp3\">Where is the matching shirt for this skirt?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S9.mp3\">When are you going to get more sizes?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S10.mp3\">I'm looking for a belt that will go with these pants.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S11.mp3\">Do you provide alteration here?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S12.mp3\">How much will it cost to get alternation done on these pants?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S13.mp3\">These pants are too long for me. Where can I get them altered?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S14.mp3\">How long does it take?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S15.mp3\">When do you start selling summer clothing?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S16.mp3\">When will you be getting your summer line?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Some answers you might hear from workers</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S17.mp3\">The dressing room is in the right back corner.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S18.mp3\">The dressing room is right over there.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S19.mp3\">All our jeans are located in the back wall.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S20.mp3\">We usually get a shipment every Thursday, so I would check back then.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S21.mp3\">We have alteration here.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S22.mp3\">It costs seven dollars.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S23.mp3\">It takes one day. You can pick them up tomorrow if you drop it off now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L138/sentence/L138S24.mp3\">We'll have our summer line on display in April.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=707\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=709\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Get out of here</b>! We actually finished in first place?</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Get Out of Here         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: Common way to express disbelief<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: You are not telling someone to literally get out. This is a common idiomatic phrase to express disbelief. Often times it is used in a positive way as in the first example sentence below.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S1.mp3\"><b>Get out of here</b>! We actually finished in first place?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S2.mp3\"><b>Get out of here</b>. She would never say such a thing about me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S3.mp3\"><b>Get out of here</b>. That's hard to believe.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S4.mp3\">Jen told me that Ryan got an A on his test.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S5.mp3\"><b>Get out of here</b>! He didn't even study!</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S6.mp3\">I'm telling you the truth, he got an <b>A.</b></a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S7.mp3\">What a surprise.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S8.mp3\">Are you joking with me?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P129/sentence/P129S9.mp3\">Are you serious?</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1075\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1077\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
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                        "__cdata": "      <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen All</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>      <h1>      Talking about Guys - Interactive Practice      </h1>      Click on Listen All and follow along. After becoming comfortable with the entire conversation, become Person A by clicking on the Person A button. You will hear only Person B through the audio file. There will be a silence for you to repeat the sentences of Person A. Do the same for Person B. The speed of the conversation is native speed. Use the pause button if the pause between each sentence is too fast for you. After practicing several times, you will be able to speak as fast as a native.      <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">      <br><table border=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P1.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P1b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P1a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Hey Cindy. I heard you are seeing someone.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. His name is John. I started dating him a week ago.\"<br>A: \"That's so exciting. Tell me all about him. Is he good looking?\"<br>B: \"I think he's cute, but not drop dead gorgeous.\"<br>A: \"How did you meet him?\"<br>B: \"I go to this coffee shop a lot and this guy is always there. We started talking a couple of times, and he finally asked me out.\"<br>A: \"That's so cool. What does he do for a living?\"<br>B: \"He works in the finance department in a manufacturing company.\"<br>A: \"Do you know if he makes a lot of money?\"<br>B: \"I don't know for sure, but he drives a nice car and I heard he has a house.\"<br>A: \"How is his personality?\"<br>B: \"He's very smart and a great person to talk to. In the beginning, we talked for about 30 minutes a day in the coffee shop before he asked me out. Besides that, he's very sweet and romantic.\"<br>A: \"How old is he?\"<br>B: \"That's the problem. He is 2 years younger than me. What do you think about that?\"<br>A: \"What's the big deal? I don't see anything wrong with that. If you were 23, then I might be worried he was immature, but you're almost 30 now. 2 years is no big deal.\"<br>B: \"Yeah. That's what I think.\"<br>A: \"When do I get to meet him?\"<br>B: \"How about a double date? The four of us can go out to dinner and a drink or something.\"<br>A: \"That sounds great. How about next Saturday?\"<br>B: \"I think Saturday will be good. Let's double check with the guys and get back to each other.\"<br>A: \"Great. I'll call you later then.\"<br>B: \"Ok. Talk to you later.\"<br><br> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 2  </td> </tr> <tr> <td><span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P2.mp3\">Listen All</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P2b.mp3\">Person A</a></span>| <span><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/practice/L137P2a.mp3\">Person B</a></span></td></tr><tr><td>A: \"Jane. Did you see that guy standing by the dance floor?\"<br>B: \"Yeah. He's kinda cute.\"<br>A: \"Wait. Isn't that Beth's boyfriend?\"<br>B: \"I'm not sure. I haven't met him before.\"<br>A: \"Look. He's dancing with another girl.\"<br>B: \"Are you sure that's him?\"<br>A: \"No. It just looks like him.\"<br>B: \"I heard he was a nice guy. He wouldn't be cheating on Beth.\"<br>A: \"Yeah. You're right. How do you know about him if you never met him?\"<br>B: \"I hear all this stuff from Beth. She is always going off on how nice and sweet he is.\"<br>A: \"I heard the same thing. What type of guy are you looking for?\"<br>B: \"Someone who is understanding, responsible, sensitive, smart, and with a lot of money.\"<br>A: \"Don't we all. Get real. All those guys are probably already taken.\"<br>B: \"It doesn't hurt to have expectations. What type of guy do you want to find?\"<br>A: \"All I want is someone who is going to treat me well.\"<br>B: \"You know Alex don't you? He likes you. I bet he'll take good care of you.\"<br>A: \"He's a dork. At least someone who is not an idiot ok?\"<br>B: \"Got it.\"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=706\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=708\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>      </div>      <br>      <b>Speak English faster</b> by downloading hundreds of <b>NEW</b> full length mp3 audio files for all the lessons. TalkEnglish Offline Version is now ready for download. Go to the <a href=\"/english-download.aspx\">English Download</a> page and download today!      <br>      <br>     "
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                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S1.mp3",
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                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>I'm not sure about you, but <b>I'm sick of it</b>!</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         I'm Sick of It         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: To express that you are tired of something; to express you don't like something anymore<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is commonly used when something happens so often that you are tired of it.<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S1.mp3\">I'm not sure about you, but <b>I'm sick of it</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S2.mp3\">I don't know why she's acting that way, but <b>I'm sick of it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S3.mp3\"><b>I'm sick of it</b>. We need to stop arguing so much.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S4.mp3\">Why has he been acting so mean to everyone?</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S5.mp3\">I don't know, but <b>I'm sick of it</b>.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S6.mp3\">Me too, I'm going to say something to him.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S7.mp3\">Let me know what he says.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S8.mp3\">I'm tired of it.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P128/sentence/P128S9.mp3\">I don't like it anymore.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1074\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1076\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=706",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/706-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Guys - Descriptions         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/706-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Talking about your friends' boyfriend</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S1.mp3\">She told me he was a good kisser.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S2.mp3\">Joanne is a dating a doctor from Harvard.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S3.mp3\">Suzy's boyfriend is so rich. He takes her to so many trips.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S4.mp3\">Jessica's boyfriend is in MBA at Wharton right now.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S5.mp3\">Her boyfriend is a jerk. He treats her like crap. I don't know why she doesn't break up with him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S6.mp3\">I don't think he is that smart. He failed to get into college and he is doing manual labor right now.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S7.mp3\">I heard he hit her before. Someone should warn her before it's too late.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S8.mp3\">He's so cheap. He never pays for anything.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S9.mp3\">I think he is just using Martha because she has a lot of money. Why else would he date her?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Describing a guy you are dating</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S10.mp3\">I met this guy and we started dating. He is so cute and he brought me flowers while I was at work. He is so romantic.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S11.mp3\">I'm seeing this guy name John now. He buys me a lot of stuff. I think I'm blinded by all the things he is buying me, but it's so fun.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S12.mp3\">We started dating after an 8 hour phone call. We just talked and talked and it was so great. We connected at a deep level and I think I really like him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S13.mp3\">My boyfriend is in med school right now. He is going to specialize in surgery.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S14.mp3\">I'm dating a guy from work. I always had a crush on him because he was so nice.</a>\"</span> <br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S15.mp3\">On Valentines day, my boyfriend prepared a picnic and we had lunch by the river. He prepared all the food and even had music. It was a great day.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L137/sentence/L137S16.mp3\">For my birthday, my boyfriend took me out to a nice restaurant. Afterwards, he took me out on a lake in a little boat. It was very romantic.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=705\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessonpractice.aspx?ALID=707\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1074",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S1.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center><b>Whatever</b>, I know you like him.</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Whatever         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <b>Meaning/Usage</b>: An expression used to indicate you don't believe the other person<br><br> <b>Explanation</b>: This is also commonly used as an expression by itself. For example, when someone says something outrageous, you can simply respond with \"Whatever!\"<br><br><span class=\"selected\">\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S1.mp3\"><b>Whatever</b>, I know you like him.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S2.mp3\">You're saying I can't go out tonight with my friends? <b>Whatever</b>!</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S3.mp3\"><b>Whatever</b>! You know I don't believe you.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S4.mp3\">He told me the window was already broken when he got home.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S5.mp3\"><b>Whatever</b>, I saw him throw a ball with my own eyes.</a>\"</span><br><b>A.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S6.mp3\">Ok. I will talk to him about it.</a>\"</span><br><b>B.</b> <span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S7.mp3\">You should because he is lying.</a>\"</span><br><br>Other Common Sentences<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S8.mp3\">I don't agree with you.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/P127/sentence/P127S9.mp3\">I don't believe you.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1073\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=1075\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=705",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/705-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Guys - In Public         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/705-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>In a club or public place</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S1.mp3\">Did you see the guy who just walked by? He was so cute.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S2.mp3\">I think the guy sitting at the bar is checking you out.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S3.mp3\">I'm going to stand next to the guy at the pool table. I hope he notices me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S4.mp3\">What should I do to get his attention?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S5.mp3\">Should I ask him to dance?</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S6.mp3\">You should ask that guy to dance.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S7.mp3\">Why don't you just start dancing next to him?</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Other things</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S8.mp3\">He is so nice to me.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S9.mp3\">He takes care of me so well.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S10.mp3\">He has good manners.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S11.mp3\">He is so smart.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S12.mp3\">He's so sensitive.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S13.mp3\">He is so sweet.</a>\"</span><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S14.mp3\">Bob is so romantic. He writes poems to his girlfriend all the time.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L136/sentence/L136S15.mp3\">Mike is very spontaneous. I think he would be a great boyfriend if you want to have fun.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=704\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=706\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                },
                {
                    "ID": "lessondetails.aspx?ALID=704",
                    "fullAudio": "http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/704-long.mp3",
                    "fullText": {
                        "__cdata": " <div style=\"max-width:600px;\" class=\"bd sm2-main-controls\">  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#play\" class=\"sm2-inline-button play-pause\">Play / pause</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-inline-status\">   <div class=\"sm2-playlist\">    <div class=\"sm2-playlist-target\"><ul class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\"><span><center>Listen to the Entire Lesson</center></span></ul></div>   </div>   <div class=\"sm2-progress\">    <div class=\"sm2-row\">     <div class=\"sm2-inline-time\">0:00</div>     <div class=\"sm2-progress-bd\">      <div class=\"sm2-progress-track\">       <div class=\"sm2-progress-bar\"></div>       <div class=\"sm2-progress-ball\"></div>       <div class=\"icon-overlay\"></div>      </div>     </div>     <div class=\"sm2-inline-duration\">0:00</div>    </div>   </div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element sm2-volume\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><span><a href=\"#volume\" class=\"sm2-inline-button sm2-volume-control\">volume</a></span></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#prev\" title=\"Previous\" class=\"sm2-inline-button previous\"> previous</a></div>  </div>  <div class=\"sm2-inline-element sm2-button-element\">   <div class=\"sm2-button-bd\"><a href=\"#next\" title=\"Next\" class=\"sm2-inline-button next\"> next</a></div>  </div> </div>                  <h1>         Talking About Guys - Comments         </h1>         <div class=\"sm2-playlist-bd\" style=\"text-align:left;\">         <span class=\"selected\"><a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/audiolongTE/704-long.mp3\">Listen to the Entire Lesson</a></span><br><br><b>Physical appearance</b><br><br>One of the biggest factors in physical appearance is height. Let's work on a couple of sentences.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S1.mp3\">I want a tall guy.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S2.mp3\">I have always been attracted to tall guys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S3.mp3\">I don't like short guys.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S4.mp3\">I'm not attracted to short guys.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Looks</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S5.mp3\">I like a guy with a cute face.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S6.mp3\">I want a guy that works out.</a>\"</span><br><br><b>Commenting about guys</b><br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S7.mp3\">He is so cute.</a>\"</span><br><br>A lot of girls use the word cute. It doesn't necessarily mean cute like a baby, but cute means good looking in this context.<br><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S8.mp3\">He is very handsome.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S9.mp3\">He is good looking.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S10.mp3\">He's so handsome.</a>\"</span><br><span>\"<a href=\"http://www.talkenglish.com/audio871/AudioTE1/L135/sentence/L135S11.mp3\">He is tall with dark hair and brown eyes.</a>\"</span><br><br><table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\"><tbody><tr><td align=\"left\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=703\"><img src=\"images/previous.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" alt=\"previous lesson\"></a></td><td align=\"right\"><a href=\"/lessondetails.aspx?ALID=705\"><img src=\"images/next.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"max-width:150px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"next lesson\"></a></td></tr></tbody></table>          </div>         "
                    }
                }
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