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实用口语： Bob returns home with bad news
LESSON 02 BOB RETURNS HOME WITH BAD NEWS
Bob tells his wife Susan that he lost his job. Susan suggests that he start his own business.
Susan: What's the matter, dear?
Bob: Susan, I got canned today at work.
Susan: But Bob, you were Peter's right-hand man!
Bob: Yes, and he stabbed me in the back.
Susan: Keep your chin up. Maybe he'll change his mind and take you back.
Bob: When pigs fly! Once he makes up his mind, he never changes it. Besides, I told him off.
Susan: Look on the bright side: you won't have to set eyes on Peter ever again.
Bob: Thank goodness for that!
Susan: Hang in there. I'm sure you won't be out of work for long
Bob: In the meantime, we'll have to live from hand to mouth.
Susan: Don't get too stressed out, Bob. We'll make ends meet.
Bob: I can always get a job at McDonald's as a last resort.
Susan: I don't think they're hiring right now.
Bob: If worse comes to worst, we can sell our home and move into a tent.
Susan: Let's think big! Maybe you can start your own business.
Bob: Easier said than done!
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第一部分人际交流之（12）赞扬 Praise
Praise
Conversation 1
A : What an attractive blouse , You look so pretty in this blue dress!
B : Really ? Thank you . I bought it in Spring Street yesterday .
A : It's very nice . It goes well with your skirt .
B : Thank you . It's very nice of you to say so .
A : Not at all. This dress certainly shows your good taste.
B : That's quite a compliment coming from you .
Conversation 2
A : How do you do , Prof .Smith .
B : How do you do , Ms. Yang. You speak very good English .
A : Thank you . I begin to like English even when I was a child.
B : Where did you learn it?
A : At school , in China . This is my first time to be out of my own country .
B : It's amazing .
Conversation 3
A : I really like the book you lent me the other day .
B : I'm glad you like it .
A : And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long .
B : Not at all .
A : Everyone in our class enjoyed it too. It's very interesting .
B : Oh, I'm glad.
A : Would you mind me keeping it for another three days?
B : No problem.
Conversation 4
A : I think your speech was excellent.
B : Was it?
A : Sure it was .
B : Thank you . It was really a challenge to speak before such a large audience , you know.
A : But you did it and did it well!
Conversation 5
A : This is my house . Let me show you around it .
B : How beautiful the detached house is !
A : Follow me to the back-yard.
B : It's marvelous ! The lawn looks like a green carpet , and the garden with so many lovely flowers.
A : We had the grass cut and the flowers trimmed this morning .
B : No wonder it smells fragrant .
A : Here is the swimming pool and we can swim later.
B : It's fantastic!
Conversation 6
A : Hi !Wang Mei . Come and have a look at my new dress.
B : Oh! What a beautiful dress! It fits you so well . You look so charming in the dress.
A : Thank you for saying so .
B : Where did you buy it?
A : I bought it in a store near my school .
B : How much is it ?
A : It's only thirty yuan .
B : It's so cheap. I'll buy one , too.
A : I'll go together with you .
Conversation 7
A : What a nice tie you are wearing !
B : Thank you . But does it really look all right ?
A : Certainly . It matches your suit perfectly.
B : Then does it go well with my sweater?
A : Yes . You look very smart today .
B : Thank you very much.
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第一部分人际交流之（11）表达歉意Apologize
Apologize
Conversation 1
A : Jack ! You've really done it this time .
B : What? What happened?
A : I told you to get this consignment out last week . We can't very well run a light bulb conference without any light bulbs , can we ? What am I going to do with you ?
B : Please , give me one more chance . I'll never let it happen again . I'm very sorry .
A : Well , I guess I could give you one more chance , but this is the last time . In the meantime , I hear that Tom who normally does night shift is taking three weeks' vacation , Can you think of anyone who B : would be willing to work nights while he is gone?
A : Um , me ?
B : Bingo !
Conversation 2
A : Hello, Bobby ,It seems that I can't arrive at your home by 12 o'clock.
B : What happened? We're all expecting you , Hans , Dick , Archie...
A : I'm so sorry , I've been held up by the damn traffic jam for half an hour . I'd have arrived but for that.
B : I see. Where are you now, Li?
A : Thirty meters ahead is the Waterloo Bridge .
B : It's not far away from home, It's -let me see – about 20minutes'walk , Can you walk here?
A : I've thought of that , but what can I do with my car? If only I had taken a taxi !
B : That's too bad , But don't worry . We'll put off dinner till one o'clock .
A : I'm so terribly sorry to keep you waiting .
B : It doesn't matter . Bye .
A : Bye.
Conversation 3
A : Hi .
B : Hi, May, Hi , Ken I hate to bring this up, but that new stereo ,system you got ...
A : Yeah?
B : You were playing it very late last night .
A : Yeah?
B : It kept me awake .
A : Oh, I'm sorry .
B : It kept me awake a couple of hours.
A : I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud.
B : It was that loud, and it was pretty late, and check with Mary if you don't believe me .
A : It's true . It was a bit loud .
B : I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future.
A : Oh, it's no problem . It's OK. You know , it only happened once.
B : I am glad we've straightened everything out .
Conversation 4
A : We can't wait any longer...
B : (Rushing in )I'm terribly sorry to be so late. I had an article...
A : You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked . Why don't you slow down ?
B : I can't afford to .
A : All right . Now that everybody's here. Shall we be getting started ?Miss Lin , are you ready ?
B : Yes , thanks . Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials.
A : Excuse me , Miss Lin . Would you mind speaking up , please? I can't hear you very well .
B : Sorry , I'll try to speak louder .
Conversation 5
A : You shouldn't have told her the truth . What can we do now?
B : I'm sorry , It's all my fault .
A : You are always like this . I've told you many times not to tell her .
B : Sorry , I had no intention.
A : It's too late to say sorry no . Oh , what am I going to do ?
B : I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me .
Conversation 6
A : Why , Tom? It's five to six already and you are still writing here .
B : So what ?Are we going anywhere ?
A : Yes , have you forgotten ? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight .
B : Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it . Well, can I take a rain check ?
A : What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there.
B : I'm terribly sorry , Rose .But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me .
Conversation 7
A : Excuse me for being late , Jack . I was held up by traffic.
B : That's all right , Mary , Come in and join us .
A : Jack , I don't know how to say this , but I dropped the birthday cake on my way here and bought another one , I'm so sorry .
B : Oh , You should have been more careful. That cake was my design. I've told Tom about it .
A : I'm sorry to have given you so much trouble. I'll explain to him .
Conversation 8
A : Jane , would you listen to me for a moment? I've come to apologize for my rudeness yesterday . Would you forgive me ?
B : Well , it's not all your fault . I shouldn't have given you so much pressure.
A : No, it's all my fault . I'm so sorry .
B : Never mind . I know you were very upset then. I'm sorry I shouted at you .
A : It doesn't matter. I know you wanted to help me .
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第一部分人际交流之（9）商量 Consultation
Consultation
Conversation 1
A : Peter, why don't you go outside and play basketball with your friends?
B : No , Mum, I'd rather stay inside .
A : I just can't understand why you want to stay at home . It is such a wonderful day today .
B : I prefer staying at home and watching TV.
A : Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV?
B : Yes , but a football game is next .
A : Oh, Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games .
B : I just enjoy watching games .
A : You really shouldn't watch so much television.
Conversation 2
A : What's the problem? You don't look happy.
B : I failed my oral test .
A : How come ?
B : I'm not practicing enough.
A : Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
B : When I talk to Chinese, I always want to speak Chinese.
A : You should always keep in mind : the more you practice , the better English you can speak.
Conversation 3
A : You're going to Shanghai tomorrow , are you ?
B : That's right . Do you think it'll be cold?
A : It might be. You'd better take a heavy sweater with you . The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year.
B : Do you think I'll need a cotton coat?
A : Not for now, I think , But I believe there'll be rain, so take your raincoat with you.
Conversation 4
A : What would you like to be in the future ?
B : A teacher.
A : But if I were you , I would be a singer . You've got such a beautiful voice .
B : I wouldn't like to be a singer , but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing , That dream developed in my mind when I was a child .
A : Are you sure about that ?
B : I'm quite sure. I've always loved working with children.
Conversation 5
A : Betty , would you please read this letter of application I've just written? I'd like to have your opinion .
B : I'd be glad to tell you what I think .
A : Good !I'm interested in your advice .
B : If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities.
A : Good idea, Betty . What would you think about the second part ?
B : I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience.
A : You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part?
B : Very good . But you should talk about your family , too .
A : I agree . I appreciate your helping me .
Conversation 6
A : I'd like to have your opinion on my essay .
B : I'd be glad to tell you what I think .
A : What do you think about the second part?
B : I think it's too short.
A : You are right . I'll change it .
Conversation 7
A : Do you want a cigarette?
B : No , thank you . I've given up , you know .
A : You don't mind if I have one.
B : Well, all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health.
A : Yes , you are right .
B : Why don't you try and give it up?
A : I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use .
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第一部分人际交流之（14）同事之间 Colleagues
Colleagues
Conversation 1
A : Mr.James. I know that office hour is up now, but could you work during the weekend and finish the translations?
B : Well , unfortunately I have got something to do this weekend. But let me see...
A : Oh , I'm sorry . However, if you could help me out, I'll double the pay for the hours worked.
B : That's very kind of you . How soon do you really need them?
A : I'll need them for the conference on Monday afternoon. Do you think it can be done by then?
B : I'll try.
A : Thank you very much , Mr.James.
Conversation 2
A : Good morning , sir . Can I help you ?
B : Yes, I'd like to see the manager. Here's my card.
A : Thank you , Mr.Wang. Do you have an appointment?
B : No, I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now?
A : I'm afraid Mr.Li is engaged at the moment. Would you mind waiting ?
B : Well, how long will it be ?
A : About half an hour.
B : That's too bad. I can't wait that long. I have another appointment at ten.
A : Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead?
B : No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday.
A : Do you want to make another appointment?
B : Yes, I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now. I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right?
A : Yes, I'll make a note of that and ask Mr.Li to confirm.
Conversation 3
A : Good morning . So this is the first day for you to work here, I hope you'll like your job.
B : Good morning , Ms.Wilson. I've got a lot to learn from you . I think I'll enjoy working with you .
A : I hope so . Now let me tell you your duties here. This is your desk . Please sit down.
B : Thank you .
A : Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted.
B : I see . What if the person wanted is out?
A : In that case, you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message.
B : Is there anything else I should do ?
A : Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order.
B : All right.
A : If you have any questions. I will help you .
B : Thank you .
Conversation 4
A : Mary , could you please come in for a short while?
B : No problem.
A : Mary , I'd like you to meet Richard, Our new executive in the marketing.
B : Nice to meet you , Austin.
A : Welcome to our department. I hope you'll like it here.
B : By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together.
A : Sure, if you've got any problem you can ask me .
B : Thank you . It's very kind of you .
A : Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out.
B : Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work.
Conversation 5
A : What a busy week !
B : Really ! I've never seen so much work .
A : Right. How are you going to spend your weekend?
B : I don't know. I have no idea.
A : Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home?
B : I'm not good at sports, I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible.
A : You should try it . It's a great game. Come on , let me help you .I'm a good player, and a good teacher, too. What do you say ?
B : OK , but don't say I didn't warn you .
A : That was a pretty good shot, Mary .
B : Thanks . This is fun!
A : Let me help you with your serve . I think that with a little help you can be a good player.
B : No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before. Maybe I should learn to do something.
A : Of course, you can . All you need is a little help and a lot of practice.
B : Do you really think I can be a good player?
A : Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang, but better than the average. Person would you like to play again Wednesday ?
B : Yes. This has been fun.
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第一部分人际交流之（13）朋友相交 Friendship
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Friendship
Conversation 1
A : Is this Zhang Lin's home?
B : Yes. Oh, it's you , Linda. I haven't seen you for a long time .Well, come in and sit down. How about something to drink?
A : Yes , please. I'm a little thirsty , actually.
B : Would you like tea or coffee?
A : Coffee, please.
B : Here you are.
A : Would you like to talk over a drink?
B : That sounds good. How are you doing , Linda?
A : Just fine. Are you busy now?
B : No. I'm just killing time .
A : Shall we visit our math teacher tomorrow?
B : Yes . I haven't been in his house for several weeks . When shall we start?
A : How about eight o'clock tomorrow morning?
B : All right. See you tomorrow .
Conversation 2
A : My friend finally dumped her boyfriend, and she's sworn she's going to abstain until she finds the right man to marry .
B : After going through an episode like that I'm not surprised . How's her headspace?
A : She's doing great , she's getting her confidence back, and her self-esteem, has improved drastically . She's very happy.
A : I'm proud of you for standing by her. I think you've helped make a big difference in her life.
B : Do you have any plans for next Sunday evening?
A : No , why?
B : My friend , who had the mishap, wants to take us to dinner to show her gratitude for helping her.
A : She doesn't need to do that , I didn't do anything.
B : She feels you gave me the freedom to be able to assist her and she appreciates that . Come on , Let's indulge her.
Conversation 3
A : So how long have you know Jack ?
B : We go way back . We've known each other since we were toddlers.
A : Really ? You guys must be really tight.
B : Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still.
A : He seems sincere , and trustworthy .
B : Well, he is , but he can be conniving at times .
A : What do you mean ?
B : Well, I know that he would never stab me in the back . But I've seen him double cross other people .
A : Oh, my! Really? I never thought he would be like that.
B : Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying he's like that all the time.
A : So, can I trust him or what?
B : Well, I think you should decide for yourself.
A : But I need someone that I can count on for this job.
B : Okay , Okay . You can trust him. I was just trying to give you a hard time .
A : Come on you're confusing me . Give it to me straight.
B : Actually , he's the most dependable person I know, and he would never turn on anyone.
Conversation 4
A : Hello ? Is that Mark ?
B : How are you ? I haven't heard from you in ages.
A : I've been overseas , So have you been busy lately?
B : Pretty busy . So are you back for good?
A : Yes, I was just wondering when you'd have time to go fishing.
B : Well, I'm not working on the weekend, so we could grab some beer, ice and our fishing rods , and head out to the river.
A : That sounds good. I've missed you my friend .
B : Same here.
Conversation 5
A : Do you still see the people we went to school with ?
B : I did for a while, I suppose, until I left university , but after that not really.
A : Yeah, I've lost touch with most people as well, but I still see Rose occasionally.
B : Oh yes, how's she getting on?
A : OK, I suppose, but she's had a rough time in the last few years, She got porced
B : What, from Peter?
A : Oh, of course.