📖(V) #disappear to become impossible to see.

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🔊 The (_____) of the building is disappearing in the clouds.

📖(n) #effort physical or mental energy that you need to do something

📗 #Longman
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🔊 The nation’s economy continued to (____________) despite the politicians’ efforts.

📖(n/v) #lack not enough of something

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🔊 His only problem is a (_____) of money.

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06 #New_Friend_at_School


MOM : Jane, how was school today?

JANE : Mom, it was fun. I made a new friend.

MOM : That's nice. What's her name?

JANE : Her name is Cindy.

MOM : Is she new to your school?

JANE : Yeah, she's a new student. She moved here from Seattle, Washington.

MOM : You have an aunt who lives in Seattle.

JANE : I know. I like Seattle. It's beautiful there, but it rains too much.

MOM : Yeah. That's why we're staying in sunny California.

JANE : Cindy and I have a lot in common. We both like drawing, playing with dogs, and eating pizza.

MOM : You should invite her over for dinner one night.

JANE : Can we, Mom?

MOM : Sure. We can order pizza.

JANE : Maybe I'll ask her if she can come over on Friday.

MOM : Ok. Let's invite her parents too. We can get to know them.

JANE : That's a good idea. They don't have any friends here, yet.

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07 #Meeting_Someone at the Apartment

PAUL: Hi. Are you new to the apartment building?

MONICA: Yes. My name is Monica.

PAUL:< Nice to meet you, Monica. My name is Paul. I live on the third floor, apartment number 305.

MONICA: I live on the fourth floor in 405.

PAUL: Hey, you live right above me.

MONICA: That's funny. I hope I'm not too noisy. I've been moving furniture around.

PAUL: That's ok. It doesn't bother me. Have you met any of the other neighbors?

MONICA: I met a few people. Everyone seems friendly here.

PAUL: Yeah. Every month, we have a party on the rooftop. It's a potluck, so you can bring a dish to share.

MONICA: That sounds fun! I love parties and potlucks.

PAUL: Our next one is on Saturday at 5 pm. You should come. I'm bringing my famous pasta salad.

MONICA: Sounds delicious. I'll make a chocolate cake.

PAUL: I love chocolate cake. I can't wait to try it.

MONICA: Thanks for letting me know about the party.

PAUL: There should be an invitation in your mailbox. Everyone gets one.

MONICA: I better check the mailbox then. I still have so much unpacking to do.

PAUL: Do you need help moving any more furniture?

MONICA: No. My brother helped me last night. I'm done with the big items. I just need to unpack pots and pans and dishes now.

PAUL: Ok. Let me know if you need help. See you at the party.

08 #Going_to_the_mall

JANE : Hey Carol, are you done with your final exams?

CAROL : Yes, Jane! I had my last one this morning. How about you?

JANE : Yeah, I got done an hour ago.

CAROL : Do you want to celebrate?

JANE : Sure! What should we do?

CAROL : I don't know. Should we throw a party?

JANE : What if our friends are not done with exams.

CAROL : Yeah, you're right. Do you want to go dancing?

JANE : I don't know how to dance.

CAROL : You don't? It's easy. Just move your body to music.

JANE : I look silly when I dance.

CAROL : Me too. I don't care.

JANE : Let's do something else.

CAROL : Ok. Do you have any ideas?

JANE : Do you want to go see a play?

CAROL : That sounds boring. I want to do something active.

JANE : I think we have different ideas of fun.

CAROL : Yeah. How about shopping? Do you want to go to the mall?

JANE : I love shopping. Let's do that. We can eat dinner there too.

CAROL : Great! Let's meet at the department store at 4 pm.

✋🏽Dear Students;
Try to understand the audio file without reading neither the questions nor the written form of the conversation . Reading any one of them will not help you improve your English listening Comprehension skills..

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M: Hello, I would like the number for the Sheraton Hotel located in Montreal.
W: Which location do you prefer? I have listings for two Sheraton Hotels in the city.
M: I don't know the exact address, but I would prefer the downtown location. Also, could you connect the call please?
W: Sue. The number is 514-889-2093. Please stay on the line and I'll put you through. Thank you for using Bell Directory Assistance

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09 #Talking_to_a_Friend about a New Car


KATE: Hey Ashley! Is that your new car?

ASHLEY: Yeah. I just got it yesterday.

KATE: That's nice! I love the color.

ASHLEY: Me too. Green is my favorite color.

KATE: How do you like it?

ASHLEY: I love it. It has great gas mileage and it has a lot of cool features.

KATE: What is your favorite feature?

ASHLEY: The sunroof.

KATE: Did you get a good deal?

ASHLEY: Yeah. My cousin is a car salesman, so he helped me out.

KATE: I need to buy a new car soon. Do you think your cousin could help me too?

ASHLEY: Of course, that's his job. And he would love the commission.

KATE: Where does he work?

ASHLEY: Downtown. I can go with you when you're ready to buy a car.

KATE: I need to save a little more money first. It's a big purchase.

ASHLEY: I know. I don't think I can go out to dinner for a while.

KATE: Yeah, it's expensive to eat out all the time.

ASHLEY: I better learn how to cook.

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10 #Buying_Daughter_a_Car


BILL: Hey Todd. What are you doing today?

TODD: Hey Bill. My wife and I are going to buy our daughter a car.

BILL: Wow! That's quite a gift!

TODD: I know. It's a graduation gift.

BILL: Are you going to buy a new or used car?

TODD: Used. It will be her first vehicle, so she doesn't need a brand new one.

BILL: I'm actually selling my car. Would you be interested?

TODD: Is it the red one?

BILL: Yeah, that's the one.

TODD: My daughter would love that car.

BILL: It's in great condition. I've taken good care of it.

TODD: How many miles does it have on it? And, how much do you want for it?

BILL: 35,000 miles. $7,000.

TODD: That's pretty good. Why are you selling it?

BILL: My wife and I are having a baby. We need to get a bigger car.

TODD: Congratulations on your new baby!

BILL: Thanks. Would you like to take a look at the car?

TODD: Yeah. Can I take it for a test drive?

BILL: Of course.

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11 #Buying_First_Car

MARK : I am so excited today!

JOE : What's going on today?

MARK : I'm buying my first car.

JOE : That is exciting!

MARK : I've been saving money for the last couple of years and now I have enough to put a down payment on a car.

JOE : Are you going to buy a new or used car?

MARK : A new one.

JOE : Do you know which one you want?

MARK : Yeah, I have a picture of it on my phone.

JOE : That's nice!

MARK : But I want it in blue. Blue is my favorite color.

JOE : Make sure you negotiate a good deal.

MARK : I know. That's my problem. I'm not good at negotiating.

JOE : I'm great at it. Do you want me to go with you to the dealership?

MARK : That would be awesome!

JOE : Ok. I'll drive since you will be driving your car home today.

MARK : Let's go!

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12 #Needing_a_New_Computer

MIKE : I think I need a new computer.

GARY : Why?

MIKE : Mine is so slow now. It takes a long time to start up and it keeps freezing.

GARY : That's not good. How old is it?

MIKE : Several years old. It was a high school graduation gift from my parents.

GARY : Yeah, it's probably time to replace it.

MIKE : I don't know what to buy. There are so many different models these days.

GARY : You should go to a computer store and ask about the different kinds?

MIKE : That's a good idea. Do you want to go with me?

GARY : When? I have to work today. Can you wait until tomorrow?

MIKE : Sure. I have to work until 5 pm tomorrow. Can you go around 6 o'clock tomorrow evening?

GARY : Yeah. Let's meet at your place at 6 pm.

MIKE : Ok. I'll do some research on computers tonight.

GARY : My brother just bought a brand new computer too. I can ask him if he likes it.

MIKE : That would be great!

GARY : See you tomorrow around 6 pm.

13 #Needing_a_New_Refrigerator


LINDA: Something is wrong with my refrigerator. 

SUE: What's wrong with it? 

LINDA: It's not staying cold. 

SUE: That could be a big problem. 

LINDA: I know. I'm worried that my food is going to spoil. I just went grocery shopping yesterday. 

SUE: I have room in my second refrigerator if you need to store some things. 

LINDA: You have two refrigerators? 

SUE: Yeah. We needed two refrigerators because I cook a lot. There was a big sale at the appliance store, so we bought another one last week. 

LINDA: Is the sale still going on? I may need to buy a new one. 

SUE: Today is the last day of the sale. 

LINDA: Then I better tell my husband. We need to go today. 

SUE: Isn't your husband a great repairman? Maybe he can fix your refrigerator. 

LINDA: It's getting old. I'd rather buy a new one. 

SUE: If your husband can fix your broken one, you can have two refrigerators like me. 

LINDA: I don't cook that much.