🌙 Ramadan Karim for all of you dear brothers

20 #Going_to_the_zoo


GREG: Hey Steve. My family and I want to do something fun this weekend. Do you have any suggestions? 

STEVE: The weather is going to be nice. You should do something outdoors. 

GREG: Yeah, it's supposed to be sunny all weekend. 

STEVE: How about a picnic at the park? 

GREG: We do that often. I want to do something more fun. 

STEVE: How about the city zoo? I heard that bear cubs were recently born there. 

GREG: That's a good idea. We haven't been to the zoo in a long time. 

STEVE: Then you should definitely go this weekend.
 
GREG: The last time we were there, it started raining. None of the animals wanted to come out. 

STEVE: That must've been boring. 

GREG: It was boring. The kids wanted to go home early. 

STEVE: The animals should be more visible since the weather is going to be sunny this weekend. 

GREG: Yeah. I think we will go to the zoo. Hopefully, this time it'll be more fun. 

STEVE: Actually, I have four tickets to the zoo. You can have them. Our family won't be able to go. The tickets expire this weekend. 

GREG: Thanks, Steve! Let me pay you for them. Zoo tickets are expensive. 

STEVE: Don't worry about it. It's my gift to you since your last visit was not fun. 

GREG: Are you sure! This is very generous of you. 

STEVE: Also, you mowed my lawn a few times after I had back surgery last year. I really appreciated that. 

GREG: I'm glad we're neighbors.

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21 #Breakfast_at_Home or the Diners
J:Hey Kevin, do you want to try the new diner down the street?
KEVIN:Sure.I hear they have really good food especially their omelets
J: Susan went their last weekend and said it was the best breakfast place in town.
KEVIN:Yeah, I heard the same thing from Janet. She waited an hour for a table
J:I don't think I can wait an hour. I'm hungry right now.
KEVIN:Do you want to make breakfast at home?
J:Ok. What do you want to eat?
KEVIN:I'd like a ham and cheese omelet
J: That sounds good. Do we have all of the ingredients?
KEVIN:Well, we only need eggs, ham, and cheese
J: I think we may be out of ham. I used the last few slices for a sandwich yesterday.
KEVIN:Ok. How about a vegetable omelet?
J: That's good too. We have green peppers, mushrooms, and onions
KEVIN:That's perfect.
J:Great! I'll brew some coffee and you make the omelet
KEVIN:I don't know how to make an omelet.
J: You don't? Well, I don't either
KEVIN:Let's just go to the new diner
J: That sounds like a better plan

22. Breakfast with Grandparents


MOM: Lucy, can you help me with breakfast?

LUCY: Sure, Mom? Is someone coming over this morning?

MOM: Your grandparents are coming.

LUCY: Oh, how nice. What are we making?

MOM: Pancakes, eggs, bacon, and hash browns.

LUCY: Yummy! That sounds delicious.

MOM: I hope so. Your grandfather has a big appetite. I hope there's enough food.

LUCY: Mom, you always make too much food. It looks like a breakfast buffet every time they come over.

MOM: I want to make sure there is enough food. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

LUCY: Should I make freshly-squeezed orange juice?

MOM: That would be great. Do you know where the juicer is?

LUCY: Yeah, it's on the top shelf of the pantry.

MOM: Oh no!

LUCY: What's wrong, Mom?

MOM: I'm all out of eggs. Tell your Dad to go to the store and buy some eggs. I'll start on the bacon and hash browns.

LUCY: Dad! Mom needs you to buy some eggs!

📖 #exercise

I often exercise in the morning before going to school, and my routine often changes from day to day. I usually go to a health club and swim twice a week. On the other days, I sometimes lift weights or go jogging. On the weekends, I often go hiking in the mountains near my home with my dog. I think that getting some exercise helps me stay fit, and it helps me burn off stress from the week. It's also a good way to lose weight and stay trim.

15╢♽ 15 phrases for "Cheering Someone Up"

1. What’s the matter?
2. What’s wrong?
3. Are you all right?
4. You look a bit down.
(🔺= a little sad)
5. Is there anything I can do to help?
6. Cheer up! / Chin up!
7. It’s not so bad.
8. Everything will be OK.
9. Look on the bright side.
(🔺= consider the positive aspects).
10. It’s not the end of the world. (🔺this phrase is used when someone is upset about something small and trivial)

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47 #Intro_and_general_things (مقدمة وأمور عامة)

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✋🏽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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📗 #Longman

M: I just received my invoice from the gas company in the mail. I can't believe the cost.
W: Mine was quiet high, too. I think it's because I've been using my heater so much in this cold weather.
M: I have as well. However, I still believe it's higher than it should be. Maybe I should contact the gas company to see if their regular rates have increased.
W: Sounds like a good idea. Their customer service department is very attentive. Keep me updated on what they tell you.

23 #Dinner_with_Grandparents

MOM : Ethan, get ready. We're going to your grandparents' house for dinner.

ETHAN : Again? We went there last weekend.

MOM : That's right. Remember we go every Sunday evening.

ETHAN : But grandma's food tastes weird.

MOM : Don't be rude. She loves to cook for us.

ETHAN : I know. I love them. But she always makes the same dish, chicken pot pie.

MOM : Your grandfather likes it. It's his favorite, so we're going to eat it too.

ETHAN : Ok, Mom. Sorry for being rude.

MOM : Why don't we pick up a dessert on the way to their house?

ETHAN : Ok! Can we get ice cream?

MOM : Sure. We can make ice cream sundaes after dinner.

ETHAN : Mom, that's funny.

MOM : What's funny?

ETHAN : Sundaes on Sundays.

MOM : That is funny. This will be our new tradition.

ETHAN : Grandpa will love it. He loves ice cream too.

24 #Lunch_Decisions

KATHY : Hey Bill, are you hungry?

BILL : Oh, hi Kathy. Yeah. Let's have lunch.

KATHY : What do you want to eat?

BILL : How about pizza?

KATHY : We always have pizza. Let's try something different.

BILL : Ok. Do you have any suggestions?

KATHY : How about sushi?

BILL : I don't like raw fish.

KATHY : All sushi isn't raw.

BILL : I know. I just don't feel like having sushi today.

KATHY : Ok. Then what should we eat?

BILL : Maybe we should just order take-out. You get sushi and I'll get pizza.

KATHY : That's a good idea. But I think I want Chinese food instead.

BILL : Chinese food sounds yummy.

KATHY : Hey, we agree on something. Let's go out to a Chinese restaurant.

BILL : I'd rather eat at home.

KATHY : We never agree on anything.

25 #No_Time_to_Eat


MOM : Hey Jane. Did you eat lunch?

JANE : No, I don't have time. I have a big test today at 1 pm.

MOM : You still need to eat or you won't have energy for the test.

JANE : I know. I'll grab something on the way to class.

MOM : Fast food?

JANE : Yeah, I'll grab a burger.

MOM : That's not healthy for you. Let me make you something to eat.

JANE : Thanks. But I don't have time.

MOM : You never have the time to eat a proper meal anymore.

JANE : I like fast food meals anyway. They're quick and easy.

MOM : Let me pack you some fruits.

JANE : Mom, please. I'm in college now. I can cut my own fruits.

MOM : But you won't do it.

JANE : I'll take this banana. It's quick and easy. See you later, Mom.

MOM : Eat something nutritious!

📖 #Restaurant

I sometimes go out to eat at a restaurant if I don't have time to cook or I just want to relax. My favorite place is a Mexican restaurant downtown, and the decor and atmosphere are very authentic. You usually don't have to make a reservation unless you are planning to go during a busy time. The prices are very reasonable, and the service is great. Best of all, the portions are large, and the food is superb. I always make sure to leave a generous tip.

📖 #Study_abroad

Before I finish school, I would like to go study abroad to learn another language and experience another culture. I'm really interested in studying Japanese, so I might apply for a program in Japan. Of course, I need to earn enough money to pay for tuition and living expenses, but I think that I first need to pick up a little of the language and learn something about the country so I can adjust quickly to the culture. Such an experience should help me develop an understanding of others---the way they live, think, and believe--and this knowledge should help me in my future career.

📖 #dental_care

After every meal, I am in the practice of brushing my teeth. I use a toothpaste recommended by my dentist, and I make sure to floss to remove any food between my teeth. I am also using a special kit for tooth whitening, something that is becoming more popular now. I visit my dentist every six months for a dental cleaning and checkup, and fortunately, my health insurance covers the cost. For most people, if you take care of your teeth, you won't get any cavities.

48 #University_life
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