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semester 學期 professor 教授 on vacation 渡假 have my hair done 做頭髮 actually 事實上
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People are having a short conversation with people they just met. Do you know how to start a conversation with a stranger?
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1. A: So, what are you taking this semester? B: Well, I’m taking a business class... A: Me, too. Whose class are you in? B: Professor Jones’s. A: Oh, so am I. B: How do you like the class so far? A: I really like it.
2. A: Are you enjoying the party? B: Yes, I am. A: Can I get you something to drink? B: Not right now, thanks.
3. A: Do you want to share a taxi into town? B: Oh, sure. A: Are you here on vacation? B: No, business. I’m in computers. A: Oh, me, too. I work for IBM. B: Really? I work for Apple. A: Oh!
4. A: How do you like this weather? B: Oh, the weather’s great. A: So, when did you get here? B: I arrived yesterday A: And how long are you staying? B: For a week. A: Well, uh, want to go for a swim? B: Sure. You first.
5. A: Have you been here before? B: No, this is my first time. I hope they do something nice with my hair. A: Oh, I’m sure they will. I always have my hair done here. Ask for Randy. He’s very good. B: Which one is he? A: The tall guy over there.
6. A: How do you like it here? B: It’s very nice. My room is really comfortable. A: So is mine. Are you traveling with friends? B: No, actually, I’m traveling alone. A: Me, too. Say would you like to go to the coffee shop for a cup of coffee? B: Sure.
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