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[A.m.ir]

He's not a Good Fit

Daily Life - He's not a Good Fit
Intermediate

A: So, Lauren, I just wanted to talk to you quickly about our new customer support representative, Jason Huntley.
B: Sure, what’s up?
A: Basically, I’ve got a few concerns about him, and the bottom line is, I don’t think he’s a good fit for our company.
B: Okay... what makes you say that? I thought you were pleased with his overall performance. Didn’t you just tell me last week how impressed you were with his attitude?
A: Yeah, his attitude is great, but he’s really unreliable. Sometimes he’s really productive, but then other times... take last Tuesday for instance, he was forty-five minutes late for our morning meeting!
B: Well, I’m sure he had a perfectly good reason...
A: But that’s not the only thing... you know, he really doesn’t have the best work ethic, I’m constantly catching him on MSN and Facebook when he should be talking to clients.
B: Yeah, but come on, Geoff, as if you don’t check Facebook at work. Look, you hired this guy, we’ve invested a lot of time and money in his training, so now it’s up to you to coach him. Make it work, Geoff!
A: Make it work, Geoff. You would say that, wouldn’t you, he is your cousin; what a jerk, make me hire your stupid, useless, cousin.

Key Vocabulary

concern: common noun, plural - worry
overall: Adjective - general
performance: commonnoun, singular - how well someone does their job
unreliable: Adjective - not able to be trusted
productive: Adjective - doing a lot in a short amount of time
perfectly good: phrase - having no problems, just fine
work ethic: common noun, non variable - attitude to work
coach: verb - teach and train someone new skills

Supplementary Vocabulary

poor judgment: phrase - regularly makes bad decisions
poor work ethic: phrase - bad attitude to work
dependable: Adjective - able to be trusted and relied upon
a bad apple: phrase - a bad member of a group who makes things more difficult for others
unproductive: Adjective - not productive, not doing a lot

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[A.m.ir]

Chinese New Year

The Weekend - Chinese New Year
Intermediate

A: I’m so excited about Chinese New Year! When do I get to visit Grandma? Grandma makes the best dumplings in the world!
B: Ha ha, right. Sounds to me like you’re more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma.
A: Of course I miss Grandma, too. I bet she’s gonna teach me how to play Mahjong! Hey, Dad, are you going to buy me firecrackers this year? We’re going to have the best fireworks! I’m really looking forward to lighting them!
B: Son, firecrackers aren’t toys; they’re dangerous!
A: No, fireworks are awesome!
B: Whoa, don’t you remember? Last year when I set off the firecrackers, you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother?
A: Dad! I was scared because... because I saw a bug. That’s all.
B: Hahaha... really?
A: Oh, and I can’t wait to watch the dragon dance! Dad, can I sit on your shoulders this time?
B: Hey, I offered last year...
A: Well, I... anyways, I was just thinking of the red envelopes. I wanna make a list of all the things I’m gonna buy with my red envelope money! I can’t wait! I’m gonna have so much money! Mom, can I get a pen and a piece of paper?
A: I want a new transformer, no, two transformers... the Optimus Prime, and...maybe the wheeljack? I’ll get a PSP game, hahaha, and I’ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald’s...

Key Vocabulary

excited: Adjective - very happy about something
dumpling: common noun, plural - small lump of dough that is steamed or boiled, traditional Chinese New Year food
firecracker: common noun, plural - a cylinder filled with explosive substance that makes loud noise when it explodes
look forward to: phrase - excited and happy about something that will happen in the future
can’t wait: phrase - eager or excited about doing something or for something to begin
set off: verb - cause something to explode

Supplementary Vocabulary

Lunar New Year: Chinese New Year, based on the cycles of the moon
Spring Festival: Chinese New Year
lunar calendar: common noun, singular - a calendar based on the cycles and phases of the moon
can hardly wait: phrase - very excited about something that will happen in the future
impatient: Adjective - not happy or willing to wait for something

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[A.m.ir]

Buying a Car

Daily Life - Buying a Car
Intermediate

A: Hi there, can I help you folks?
B: I’m just browsing; seeing what’s on the lot. My daughter wants a car for her birthday, you know how it is.
C: Dad! I’m sixteen already and I’m, like, the only one at school who doesn’t have a car!
A: She is right, you know. Kids these days all have cars. Let me show you something we just got in: a 1996 sedan. Excellent gas mileage, it has dual airbags and anti lock brakes; a perfect vehicle for a young driver.
C: Dad, I love it! It’s awesome! Can we get this one please?
B: I see... What can you tell me about this one?
A: Oh, that’s just an old World War Two tank that we use for TV commercials. Now about this sedan...
B: Whoa, whoa wait a minute. Tell me more about this tank.
A: Well, Sir, if you are looking for quality and safety then look no further! Three inches of reinforced steel protect your daughter from short range missile attacks.
B: Does the sedan protect her from missile attacks?
A: It does not.
B: Well, I don’t know. Let me sleep on it.
A: Did I mention the tank is a tank?
B: I’ll take it!
C: Dad!

Key Vocabulary

browse: verb - look around to see if anything is interesting
sedan: common noun, singular - a car with four doors
gas mileage: common noun, singular - the amount of gas used per mile
dual airbags: common noun, plural - two airbags, one for the driver and one for the passenger
brake: common noun, plural - a device that slows down or stops something
vehicle: common noun, singular - something that carries people from one place to another
reinforce: Adjective - strengthen, make something stronger
sleep on it: phrase - think about something further and make a decision later (informal)

Supplementary Vocabulary

minivan: common noun, singular - a vehicle that is larger than a car, has four doors and is shaped like a box
SUV: common noun, singular - a large vehicle that is suitable to run on rough surfaces
sale: common noun, singular - an event where goods or services are sold at a price lower than usual
promotion: common noun, singular - something (usually advertising) that is done to increase sales
discount: common noun, singular - the amount of reduction in price
bargain: common noun, singular - something bought or sold at a price lower than its actual value

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[A.m.ir]

Movie Trailer

The Weekend - Movie Trailer
Intermediate

A: In a digital world, even the strongest must fight for survival. Two people, possess a secret so valuable, so powerful, they have to defend it at all costs.
B: I don’t care where they are, I don’t care what it takes... you find them and bring them to me!
A: They only had one chance! And their chance was to fight back!
D: You wanna play rough? Okay, say hello to my little friend!
A: With a little help from a Governor...
C: Listen to me! We have to get them outta there! No matter what!
A: Nothing will prevent them from doing their job! Double the action.
D: Get down!
A: Triple the excitement.
D: Get down again!
A: This summer... nothing will stand in their way.
B: I’m going to make him an offer he can’t refuse.
A: Two hosts, one podcast, coming to a theater near you.

Key Vocabulary

possess: verb - have or own
survival: common noun, non variable - the state of living and being alive
defend: verb - fight in order to keep something or someone safe
rough: phrase - be tough,difficult, violent
no matter what: common noun, singular - even if it's difficult
get down: phrase - lower your body, not standing
stand in someone’s way: phrase - prevent a person from doing something
at all costs: phrase - regardless of the cost involved, even if it's difficult

Supplementary Vocabulary

comedy: common noun, singular - a funny movie
romantic comedy: common noun, singular - a funny movie where two people fall in love
animated film: common noun, singular - a movie made with a series of drawings; not with live people
thriller: common noun, singular - a very exciting film
drama: common noun, singular - a movie about a serious subject

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[A.m.ir]

Applying for a Visa

Daily Life - Applying for a Visa
Intermediate

A: So, you’re applying for a B2 visa, where is your final destination and what’s the purpose of your trip to the United States?
B: I’m going to visit my brother; he’s just had a baby. He lives in Minneapolis.
A: And how long do you you plan to remain in the United States?
B: I’ll be here for approximately three weeks. See, here’s my return ticket for the twenty-sixth of March.
A: And, who is sponsoring your trip?
B: My brother, here, this is an invitation letter from him. I will stay with him and his family in their home.
A: Alright, tell me about the ties you have to your home country.
B: Well, I own a house; actually, I’m leaving my dog there with my neighbors. I have a car at home, and oh, my job! I’m employed by Tornel as an engineer. Actually, I only have three weeks’ vacation, so I have to go back to work at the end of March.
A: And what evidence do you have that you are financially independent?
B: Well, I do have assets in my country; like I said, I own a house, and see, here’s a bank statement showing my investments, and my bank balance.
A: I’m sorry, sir, we cannot grant you a B2 visa at this time, instead, you are granted a resident visa! Congratulations, you are the millionth person to apply for a visa! You win! Congratulations!

Key Vocabulary

remain: principle verb, infinitive - stay
approximately: Adjective - an amount that is almost, but not exact
sponsor: principle verb, present progressive - someone who takes the responsibility for a person applying for a visa
invitation letter: common noun, singular - a formal letter asking a person to come to a place
tie: common noun, plural - responsibility that links a person to a place or a thing
evidence: common noun, non variable - something that shows the thing is true
financially independent: phrase - have enough money to live alone; do not need help with money
assets: common noun, plural - things that are worth money that you own
grant: principle verb, present simple - let you have something

Supplementary Vocabulary

visa officer: common noun, singular - a person who's job is to interview people for visas
resident permit: common noun, singular - an official document that allows you to live in a country
embassy: common noun, singular - the group of people who represent your country in another country, located in the capital city
application form: common noun, singular - a piece of paper you have to put information on to make a formal request
consulate: common noun, singular - government building representing your country in another country; not located in a capital city

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[Angel]

I’m Sorry I love You IV

Daily Life - I’m Sorry I love You IV
Intermediate

A: ... so, I said, ”let’s take a break .” And since that night, I’ve been waiting for him to call, but I still haven’t heard from him. You don’t think he’s seeing someone else, do you?
B: Come on, don’t be so dramatic! I’m sure everything is going to work out just fine.
A: You think so? Oh, no! How can he do this to me? I’m sure he’s cheating on me! Why else wouldn’t he call?
B: But, you two are on a break. Theoretically he can do whatever he likes.
A: He’s the love of my life! I’ve really messed this up.
B: Come on, hon. Pull yourself together. It’s going to be alright.
A: But I... I still love him! And it’s all my fault! I can’t believe how immature and selfish I was being. I mean, he is a firefighter, it’s not like he can just leave someone in a burning building and meet me for dinner. I’ve totally messed this up!
B: You know what, Veronica, I think you should make the first step. I’m sure he’ll forgive you...
A: No, this is not gonna happen! I... I’ve ruined everything....
B: Hey... do you hear something? Guess what? It’s your lovely firefighter!
C: When I had you, I treated you bad and wrong dear. And since, since you went away, don’t you know I sit around with my head hanging down and I wonder who’s loving you.

Key Vocabulary

seeing someone: phrase - dating or going out with someone
cheat on (someone): verb - having a romantic relationship with someone else
on a break: phrase - a relationship that is temporarily on hold
pull yourself together: phrase - calm down, relax, organize your thoughts
immature: Adjective - acting in a childish way
selfish: Adjective - having or showing concern only for yourself and not for the needs or feelings of other people
ruin: verb - damage, destroy something

Supplementary Vocabulary

break up: verb - end a relationship
dump (someone): verb - end a relationship when the other person does not want to (informal)
partner: common noun, singular - serious, long-term boyfriend of girlfriend
ex: common noun, singular - former boyfriend, girl- friend, husband, or wife (informal)
love life: phrase - romantic social life
it’s not the end of the world: phrase - don't worry, it is not so serious

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[Angel]

Emergency Room

Daily Life - Emergency Room
Upper Intermediate

A: Help! Are you a doctor? My poor little Frankie has stopped breathing! Oh my gosh, Help me! I tried to perform CPR, but I just don't know if I could get any air into his lungs! Oh, Frankie!
B: Ellen, get him hooked up to a monitor! Someone page Dr. Howser. Get the patient to hold still, I can't get a pulse! Okay, he's on the monitor. His BP is falling! He’s flatlining!
A: NOOOOOO! Frankie! Nurse! Do something!
B: Someone get her out of here! Get me the defibrillator. Okay, clear! Again! Clear! Come on!
dammit! I’m not letting you go! Clear! I’ve got a pulse!
C: Okay, what's happening?
B: The patient is in acute respiratory failure, I think we're going to have to intubate!
C: Alright! Tube's in! Bag him! Someone give him 10 cc’s of adrenaline! Let's go, people move,
move!
A: Doctor, oh, thank god! How is he?
B: We managed to stabilize Frankie, but he's not out of the woods yet; he's still in critical condition. We're moving him to intensive care, but...
A: Doctor, just do whatever it takes. I just want my little Frankie to be okay. I couldn't imagine life without my little hamster!

Key Vocabulary

intensive care: common noun, singular - place in the hospital where very ill patients are treated
critical condition: Adjective - state where a person is very sick or injured, and has a risk of dying
out of the woods: phrase - out trouble or danger
stabilize: verb - stop a patient from getting worse
intubate: verb - place a plastic tube in a persons mouth to facilitate breathing
acute respiratory failure: common noun, singular - condition in which a person stops breathing
defibrillator: common noun, singular - electric machine that shocks the heart and makes it start working again
BP: common noun, singular - blood pressure
flatline: verb - condition where the heart stops working
pulse: common noun, singular - the number of times your heart beats per minute
hold still: phrase - not move
hook up: phrase - connect someone or something to a machine
CPR: common noun, singular - procedure in which air is blown into another persons lungs through their mouth

Supplementary Vocabulary

chest compressions: common noun, plural - act of pushing on someone's chest to restart their heart
resuscitate: verb - make someone who stopped breathing start breathing again
defibrillator: common noun, singular - machine that uses electricity to shock and restart the heart
ER: phrase - Emergency Room; place in the hospital where you bring sick or injured people in an
emergency
ICU: phrase - Intensive Care Unit; place in the hospital where very sick or severely injured people are taken care of

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[Angel]

Carnival in Rio

The Weekend - Carnival in Rio!
Intermediate

A: I can’t believe we’re here! Carnival in Rio! Seriously, this is like a once in a lifetime opportunity! Can you believe it? We’re here at the biggest party in the world!
B: I know! We’re so lucky that we found tickets for the Sambadrome! Good thing we found that ticket scalper.
A: Look! It’s starting! Wow, this is amazing! Look at how many dancers there are. Oh my gosh! The
costumes are so colorful! This is so cool!
B: It says here that the school that is dancing now is one of the oldest and most prestigious samba schools in Rio.
A: No kidding! Look at them, they’re amazing! Look at that girl on the top of that float! She must be the carnival queen! Move over there so I can get a picture of you!
B: Ok. Hurry up take the picture!
C: join us! come and dance!
B: Oh really.... no I can’t. No really, I don’t know how to dance! Honey I’ll see you later!
A: Patrick! Don’t just leave me here!

Key Vocabulary

prestigious: Adjective - being respected and admired for being successful or important
ticket scalper: common noun, singular - person that buys and re-sales tickets at a higher price
once in a lifetime: phrase - something that happens very rarely, not common
float: common noun, singular - a vehicle with a platform used to carry an exhibit in a parade
good thing: phrase - it is good that something happened

Supplementary Vocabulary

stadium: common noun, singular - a large structure where sport events are held
festival: common noun, singular - a special time or event when people gather to celebrate something
Brasilia: the capital of Brazil
take a chance: phrase - take a risk, do something that you would not usually do
ditch: verb - leave someone on purpose (informal)

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[Angel]

Daddy Please

Daily Life - Daddy Please!
Intermediate

A: Hey daddy! You look great today; I like your tie! By the way, I was wondering can I ...
B: NO!
A: I havent even told you what it is yet!
B: Okay, okay, what do you want?
A: Do you think I could borrow the car? I’m going to a concert tonight.
B: Um.. I don’t think so. I need the car tonight to pick up your mother.
A: Ugg! I told you about it last week! Smelly Toes is playing, and Eric asked if I would go with him!
B: Who's this Eric guy?
A: Duh! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school! Come on, dad! Please!
B: No can do... sorry.
A: Fine then! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks?
B: No way!
A: That’s so unfair!

Key Vocabulary

by the way: phrase - used to change the topic of a conversation
wonder: verb - think about if something is possible
concert: common noun, singular - a public performance of music
pick up: verb - go and get
popular: Adjective - very well known and well liked
bucks: common noun, plural - informal word for dollars
unfair: Adjective - not fair, not just

Supplementary Vocabulary

suit: common noun, singular - a set of clothes that usually consists of a jacket and a skirt or pair of pants that are made out of the same material
play: common noun, singular - a piece of writing that tells a story through the actions and words of
characters and that is performed on a stage
drop off: phrase - to go and leave someone at a certain place
no way: phrase - I cannot do it, it is not possible
lend: principle verb, present simple - to give (something) to (someone) to be used for a period of time and then returned

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[Angel]

New Guy in Town III

Daily Life - New Guy in Town III
Intermediate

A: Please make yourselves at home. Let me take your coats. Dinner is almost ready; I hope you brought your appetite
B: Your house is lovely, Armand! Very interesting decor...very...Gothic.
C: I think it’s amazing! You have such good taste, Armand. I’m thinking of re-decorating my house; maybe you could give me a few pointers?
A: It would be my pleasure. Please have a seat. Can I offer you a glass of wine?
C: We would love some!
A: Here you are. A very special merlot brought directly from my home country. It has a unique ingredient which gives it a pleasant aroma and superior flavor.
C: Mmm... it’s delicious!
B: It’s a bit bitter for my taste... almost tastes like... like...
C: Ellen! Ellen! Are you okay?
A: Did she pass out?
C: Yeah...
A: I hope that you didn’t poison her drink too much! You’ll ruin our meal!

Key Vocabulary

flavor: common noun, singular - the way something tastes
aroma: common noun, singular - the way something smells
pointer: common noun, plural - tips, advice, hints
make yourselves at home: phrase - get comfortable and feel like you are in your own home
good taste: phrase - refers to liking nice things
bitter: Adjective - opposite of sweet
pass out: verb - faint, loss consciousness

Supplementary Vocabulary

sweet: Adjective - containing a lot of sugar
have a seat: phrase - sit down, take a seat
spike: principle verb, present simple - to add alcohol or drugs to (food or drink)
sour: Adjective - having an acid taste that is like the taste of a lemon
exclusive: Adjective - only allowing in people from a high social class

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[Angel]

Head Chef

The Weekend - Head Chef
Intermediate

A: ...Right away sir, your order will be ready shortly. Jean Pierre, we have another special for table seven!
B: I’m working as fast as I can! We’re really in the weeds! Where is my sous chef? Luc! I need you to peel more potatoes. Marie, chop some onions and carrots for the stew.
A: Jean Pierre another special! We’re really packed tonight! We’re running low on wine. Is there any left in the cellar?
C: Sorry I’m late, everyone. Wow, we are doing really well tonight!
B: Harry, stop talking and get over here I need this sauce stirred and the fish needs to be butchered and buttered.
C: Ok, I’m on it!
A: Jean Pierre, table seven has requested to see the chef! I think they are food critics from Cuisine Magazine.

Key Vocabulary

butter: Adjective - put butter on something
butcher: Adjective - cut meat into pieces taking out bones and organs
Right away: phrase - quickly, as soon as possible
in the weeds: phrase - in a difficult situation
sous chef: common noun, singular - chef that helps and assists the head chef
peel: verb - remove the outter skin of a fruit or vegetable
chop: verb - cut into small pieces
running low on: phrase - to not have so much, having not enough
stir: Adjective - move or mix something; usually with a spoon

Supplementary Vocabulary

bake: verb - to cook food at very high and dry heat
pan: common noun, singular - a usually shallow and open metal container that has a handle and that is used for cooking or baking
pot: common noun, singular - a deep, round container that is used for cooking
dice: verb - to cut something into small cubes
stove: common noun, singular - a flat piece of kitchen equipment for cooking with fire

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[Angel]

The Weekend - Hockey
Intermediate

A: Hello everyone! I’m Rick Fields, and here with me is Bob Copeland.
B: Howdy folks, and welcome to today’s game! You know, Rick, today is a key game between Russia and Canada. As you know, the winner will move on to the finals.
A: That’s right, and it looks like we’re just about ready to start the match. The ref is calling the players for the face-off... and here we go! The Russians win possession and immediately set up their attack! Federov gets checked hard into the boards!
B: Maurice Richard has the puck now, and passes it to the center. He shoots! Wow what a save by the goalie!
A: Alright, the puck is back in play now. Pavel Bure is on a breakaway! He is flying down the ice! The defenders can’t keep up! Slap shot! He scores
B: What an amazing goal!

Key Vocabulary

goalie: common noun, singular - position in hockey; person who tires to stop the puck from going in the net
breakaway: common noun, singular - state of becoming separated from a large group (especially in sports)
save: common noun, singular - the act of preventing a ball or puck from going in the net
puck: common noun, singular - small, round, black object that is used to play hockey
win possession: phrase - get control
check: verb - use your body to push someone in hockey
ref: common noun, singular - person who makes sure the players follow the rules in a game
face-off: common noun, singular - a way of beginning a game by dropping the puck between two players
key: Adjective - very important
finals: common noun, plural - last game or series of games in a tournament or championship

Supplementary Vocabulary

hockey stick: common noun, singular - long wooden stick shaped like an L; used for playing hockey
arena: common noun, singular - large building where sports are played
rink: common noun, singular - ice surface used to play hockey or skate on
NHL: National Hockey League; group of professional hockey teams that play in Canada and the US
league: common noun, singular - a group of sports teams that play against each other

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[Angel]

Daily Life - Planning a Bank Robbery
Intermediate

A: All right, so this is what we are going to do. I’ve carefully mapped this out, so don’t screw it up. Mr. Rabbit, you and Mr. Fox will go into the bank wearing these uniforms. We managed to get replicas of the one the guards wear when they pick up the money.
B: Got it.
C: No problem, boss.
A: When you get inside, tell them that you are filling in for Carl and Tom, and say that they are on another route today. Don’t lose your cool. Just act natural.
B: What if they want to call and confirm?
A: You let him.
C: What!?
A: Don't worry, we have the phones tapped, so the call will be patched through to me, and I'll pretend to be the transport company.
B: Ha ha, you are so clever boss!
A: Okay, shut up. Only take as much money as you can fit in these bags. Don't get greedy! Are you ready? Let’s go.

Key Vocabulary

screw up: verb - mess up, make a mistake, fail
map out: verb - planned, thought of patch (someone)
through: phrase - connect or communicate over the telephone
tap: verb - attach a device to a phone line to listen secretly
greedy: Adjective - want too much; always wanting more
loose (someone’s) cool : phrase - to not control your feeling or emotions
clever: Adjective - smart, intelligent
replica: common noun, plural - a reproduction or copy of a product

Supplementary Vocabulary

heist: common noun, singular - the act of stealing something from a shop or a bank (AmE, Informal)
bust: common noun, singular - an event where the police catch people doing a crime
bandit: common noun, singular - criminal who attacks and steals from people who travel
burglary: common noun, singular - illegally entering a house or building to steal
escape route: common noun, singular - a planned way of going from one place to another and escaping

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[Angel]

The Office - Malfunction
Intermediate

A: Hey Carl, can you make a copy of this contract for me please? When you have it ready, send it out ASAP to our subbranch.

B: Sure! Um... I think I broke this thing. Maxine, can you help me out here? I’m not really a tech guy.
C: Yeah, sure. I think it’s just out of toner. You can go use the other one upstairs. On your way up, can you fax this while I try and fix this thing?
B: Sure! Dammit! Everything in this office seems to be breaking down! Never mind. I’ll send this stupid fax later. Oh great! Is someone playing a practical joke on me? This is ridiculous!
D: The elevator has some sort of malfunction. Just take the stairs dude. What floor are you going to?
B: I have to go up fifteen floors! Never mind. Made it! There is the copier!

Key Vocabulary

ASAP: phrase - as soon as possible
tech: common noun, nonvariable - technology
toner: common noun, nonvariable - ink used in a printer or photocopier
on (someone’s) way: phrase - while moving from one place to another
break down: verb - suddenly stop working
never mind: phrase - forget the last thing I said; don't worry about it
practical joke: common noun, singular - a joke where something is done, rather than said
ridiculous: Adjective - very unreasonable or silly
malfunction: common noun, singular - a problem causing a thing to stop working properly

Supplementary Vocabulary

bug: common noun, singular - a technical problem that causes a computer or system to not work properly
office equipment: common noun, nonvariable - tools used in an oce
paper jam: common noun, singular - paper getting stuck in a photocopier, fax machine, or printer
damage: verb - break or harm something, make something not work properly, or not look perfect
power surge: common noun, singular - an increase in electrical current that can damage electric equipment
breakdown: common noun, singular - the act of a machine suddenly not working properly

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[Angel]

Daily Life - This Is Your Captain Speaking
Upper-Intermediate

A: And the next thing you know, we’re running towards the... Oh...did you feel that?
B: Yeah, don’t worry about it; we’re just going through a bit of turbulence.
C: Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. It looks like we’ve hit a patch of rough air, so we’re going to have a bit of a bumpy ride for the next several minutes, and...
A: This why I hate flying... Oh!
C: At this time, I’d like to remind all of our passengers to fasten their seat beltsand remain seated until the fasten seat belt sign is turned off. Please ensure that all cabin baggageis carefully stowed under the seat in front of you. I’ll be back back to update you in a minute.
A: Did you hear that? Brent!
B: Don’t worry about it. This is totally normal. It happens all the
C: Ah, ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain again. We’ve got quite a large patch of rough air ahead of us, so for your safety, we will be suspending in-flight service. I would ask all in-flight crew to return to their seats at this time. I would also like to ask that all our passengers refrain from using the lavatory until the seat belt sign has been
switched off We can expect...

Key Vocabulary

turbulence: common noun, nonvariable - sudden, strong movement of air especially that causes a plane to move up and down in the air
rough: Adjective - having or causing sudden violent movements
patch: common noun, singular - small area
bumpy: Adjective - having sudden up and down movements
fasten: to fasten
cabin baggage: common noun, nonvariable - suitcases and luggage that travels inside the plane with the passengers
stow: stowed
suspend: will be suspending
refrain: verb - avoid doing
lavatory: common noun, singular - room with a sink and toilet, chiey on an airplane or train

Supplementary Vocabulary

overhead bin: common noun, singular - place above the seat in an airplane where you can store luggage
carry-on: common noun, nonvariable - a suit case that you bring onto the plane
table tray: common noun, singular - a table that folds down from the seat in front of you on a an airplane
life jacket: common noun, singular - piece of clothing that you ware to stay floating in water /life jacket
oxygen mask: common noun, singular - a mask worn over your mouth and nose so you can breathe

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