Drama Barry: Hi, Michael. This is Barry. Look, I think I got a part for you. Franklin Theater is doing "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." I know you'd like to do this one. Am I right? Michael: Yes! Hello. This is Michael Dempsey. May I speak with Barry Weiss? Yes, he works there. He's my agent. Barry! It's me ... Michael! When are they doing the auditions? Uh-huh. Um, no. No, no, no, not today, Barry. Today is bad. Um, how about tomorrow? Tomorrow I'm free. An appointment in the afternoon is OK. No, it's not important if I'm the last one. I was the last one before, and it was fine. No problem. Uh-hum, right after lunch is fine. Right after dinner is fine. Morning, noon or night, Barry. It's OK. Just make the phone call and make the appointment for me, please! OK. Four o'clock, tomorrow, June 18th. That sounds good. Call and tell me when you know for sure. Thanks. Bye. Barry: Hola Michael. Esto es Barry. Mira, creo que tengo una parte de ti. Franklin Theater está haciendo "La gata sobre el tejado de zinc". Sé que te gustaría hacer éste. Estoy en lo cierto? Miguel: ¡Sí! Hola. Se trata de Michael Dempsey. ¿Puedo hablar con Barry Weiss? Sí, él trabaja allí. Él es mi agente. Barry! Soy yo ... Michael! Cuando están haciendo las audiciones? UH Huh. Mmm no. No, no, no, no hoy, Barry. Hoy es malo. Um, ¿qué hay de mañana? Mañana estoy libre. Una cita en la tarde está bien. No, no es importante si soy el último. Yo era la última antes, y que estaba bien. No hay problema. Uh-hum, justo después de la comida está muy bien. Justo después de la cena está bien. Mañana, tarde o noche, Barry. Esta bien. Simplemente haga la llamada telefónica y hacer la cita para mí, por favor! OK. Cuatro de la tarde, mañana, 18 de junio.
Transcript
Drama
Barry:
Hi, Michael. This is Barry. Look, I think I got a part for you. Franklin Theater is doing "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." I know you'd like to do this one. Am I right?
Michael:
Yes! Hello. This is Michael Dempsey. May I speak with Barry Weiss? Yes, he works there. He's my agent. Barry! It's me ... Michael! When are they doing the auditions? Uh-huh. Um, no. No, no, no, not today, Barry. Today is bad. Um, how about tomorrow? Tomorrow I'm free. An appointment in the afternoon is OK. No, it's not important if I'm the last one. I was the last one before, and it was fine. No problem. Uh-hum, right after lunch is fine. Right after dinner is fine. Morning, noon or night, Barry. It's OK. Just make the phone call and make the appointment for me, please! OK. Four o'clock, tomorrow, June 18th. That sounds good. Call and tell me when you know for sure. Thanks. Bye.
Barry:
Hola Michael. Esto es Barry. Mira, creo que tengo una parte de ti. Franklin Theater está haciendo "La gata sobre el tejado de zinc". Sé que te gustaría hacer éste. Estoy en lo cierto?
Miguel:
¡Sí! Hola. Se trata de Michael Dempsey. ¿Puedo hablar con Barry Weiss? Sí, él trabaja allí. Él es mi agente. Barry! Soy yo ... Michael! Cuando están haciendo las audiciones? UH Huh. Mmm no. No, no, no, no hoy, Barry. Hoy es malo. Um, ¿qué hay de mañana? Mañana estoy libre. Una cita en la tarde está bien. No, no es importante si soy el último. Yo era la última antes, y que estaba bien. No hay problema. Uh-hum, justo después de la comida está muy bien. Justo después de la cena está bien. Mañana, tarde o noche, Barry. Esta bien. Simplemente haga la llamada telefónica y hacer la cita para mí, por favor! OK. Cuatro de la tarde, mañana, 18 de junio. Eso suena bien. Llame y me dicen cuando se sabe a ciencia cierta. Gracias. Adiós.
Barry is Michael's agent. This means...
Michael works for Barry.
Barry tries to find Michael work as an actor.
Barry and Michael work together in an office.
Michael and Barry are policeman.
"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is...
a play.
a place.
an animal.
a song.
Michael's agent called him about an audition.
Michael starts rehearsing tomorrow.
Michael is happy to hear from Barry.
Barry Weiss is Michael's agent.
Michael wants the part very much.
The audition is at the Baker's Theater.
Michael doesn't want to be the last person to audition.
Michael's audition is on June 18th.
Michael wants to go to the audition.
The audition is very important for Michael.
Barry thinks Michael would like this part.
Michael can go to the audition any time.
The audition is for a part in a film.
Michael doesn't want to make an appointment.
Barry thinks he has a part for Michael.
They are doing the auditions today and tomorrow.
Michael is free tomorrow.
Barry will make an appointment for Michael.
Michael is an actor .
Barry is an agent
How does Michael feel about the opportunity to try out for a part in this play?
He is nervous.
He is excited.
He is confused.
He isn't interested.
How did Michael find out about the part in the play?
His agent called and spoke to him.
His girlfriend spoke to his agent.
He read about it in the newspaper.
He received a message.
Michael prefers to audition .
My Education PlansRecently, I began taking a special training course. In the course, I'll learn what to say during a job interview. When the course ends next month, I'm going to apply for a full-time job at a department store. If they hire me, I'll be able to earn a good salary and make extra money working overtime, too.
I plan to save money and study at a university in a couple of years.Some of my friends aren't planning to study, but I think it'simportant to go. It's not enough just to have a high-schooleducation.
When I was in high school, I had to learn many subjects I didn't like. But when I go to study at the university, I'll be able to choosethe courses I want. I'm interested in learning business. Maybe one day I'll have my own company. Then, I can interview people andgive them jobs!
Recientemente, empecé a tomar un curso de formación especial. En el curso, voy a aprender qué decir durante una entrevista de trabajo. Cuando el curso termina el próximo mes, voy a buscar trabajo a tiempo completo en una tienda por departamentos. Si me contratan, voy a ser capaz de ganar un buen salario y ganar dinero extra trabajando horas extras, también.
Tengo la intención de ahorrar dinero y estudio en una universidad en un par de years.Some de mis amigos no están pensando en estudiar, pero creo it'simportant ir. No es suficiente con tener un alto schooleducation.
Cuando estaba en la escuela secundaria, tuve que aprender muchos temas que no me gustaron. Pero cuando voy a estudiar en la universidad, voy a ser capaz de choosethe cursos que quiero. Estoy interesado en el aprendizaje de negocios. Tal vez algún día voy a tener mi propia empresa. Entonces, puedo entrevistar a las personas y darles puestos de trabajo!
"My Education Plans" is about...
the writer's plans for studying only.
friends' plans for studying at university.
the writer's plans for working and studying.
the writer's plans for spending money.
Which of these is not mentioned about the job at the department store?
Working overtime
A good salary
Promotion
Full-time
Extra money
Which of the following is true about studying at university?
You can't choose your courses.
You have to learn many subjects you don't like.
You can choose the courses you want to study.
You can have your own company.
Phone Call
- Good morning. Susan Blake's office.
- Hello. I'd like to speak to Ms. Blake, please.
- I'm sorry. Ms. Blake is in Washington today. Can I help you?
- Well, I'd really prefer to speak to Ms. Blake.
- Certainly. She'll be back next Monday.
- Fine. I'll call her then.
Llamada telefónica
- Buenos días. La oficina de Susan Blake.
- Hola. Me gustaría hablar con la señora Blake, por favor.
- Lo siento. Sra. Blake es hoy en Washington. ¿Puedo ayudarle?
- Bueno, yo realmente prefiero hablar con la señora Blake.
- Ciertamente. Volverá el próximo lunes.
- Multa. La llamaré luego.
BE ABLE TOMAS MODALES (y SEMI-MODALES): BE ABLE TO
AFIRMATIVO
USOSe utilizan para hablar de una capacidad en el presente, futuro y pasado. Su significado es muy parecido al de los modales CAN y COULD.
FORMA:[SUJETO + BE(presente/pasado/futuro) + ABLE TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"He worked hard and was able to pass the exam.""Mary broke her leg just two months ago but she's already able to walk again.""She needs time to decide, but she'll be able to give you an answer tomorrow."
NEGATIVO
USE:Se utiliza para hablar de una incapacidad o imposibilidad de hacer algo en el pasado, presente o futuro.
FORMA:[SUJETO + BE (presente/pasado/futuro)+ NOT + ABLE TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"The store was closed, so I wasn't able to buy the book.""Sorry, we won't be able to fix your car until next week."
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
USO:Se utiliza para realizar preguntas acerca de la capacidad en el presente, pasado y futuro.
PREGUNTAS YES/NO
FORM:[Q: BE (todo los tiempos) + SUJETO + ABLE TO + VERBO...?][A: Yes,+ SUJETO+ BE.No, + SUJETO+ BE NOT.]
EJEMPLOS:"Were you able to buy that book for me?""Yes I was. Here it is!"
WH-Q PREGUNTAS
FORMA:About the SUBJECT of the sentence[WH-WORD + BE ABLE TO+ VERBO...?]
About the REST of the sentence[WH-WORD + BE + SUBJECT + ABLE TO + VERBO...?]
EXAMPLES:"Who was able to finish their homework on time?"
"When will you be able to pay back the loan?""We'll be able to pay you next month."
As ObjectGERUNDIOS: COMO OBJETOS
USO: El objeto del verbo, por lo general, es un sustantivo o un pronombre.Sin embargo, los objetos de algunos verbos, pueden ser GERUNDIOS.Algunos ejemplos de este tipo de verbos son: enjoy, allow, like, finish, hate, love y prefer.
EJEMPLOS:"Eric loves collecting comic books.""Sandy prefers buying only fresh meat and vegetables.""She enjoys meeting new people.""John dislikes going to big parties.""We do not allow smoking in our office.""I hate getting lost in foreign cities."
After Prepositions
GERUNDIOS: DESPUES DE LAS PREPOSICIONES
USO: Por lo general, una preposición va seguida de un sustantivo o un pronombre. Si va seguida por un verbo, el VERBO es un gerundio.
EJEMPLOS:"Mary left without saying goodbye.""James had an accident after drinking too much.""Always lock the door before going to bed.""He read the newspaper while having breakfast."
Martin wants to go on to college after he finishes high school.
- I want to take a biology course at the university this year
The examinations were difficult but I think I did okay.
He failed the test and didn't get the job.
My fifteen-year-old son is having fun in high school.
How did you learn English?
He's very happy because he passed his driving test.
- My son is learning lots of interesting subjects at school.
I have to study this weekend. I have a chemistry test next week.
- How long is the training to be a doctor?
Business Matters
BusinessHello, Mr. James? This is Don Barnes, the president of Greater Electric. I'm calling about your plans for the new factory. I'm interested in discussing the matter with you. Can we make an appointment for lunch instead of meeting at my office? Do you mind if I invite my bank manager, too? It's impossible for me to make any decision about the project unless I have his approval.Please call me this afternoon. I'll be in meetings all morning. I'll talk to you later. Goodbye.
Hola, Sr. James? Este es Don Barnes, el presidente de la Gran Electric. Estoy llamando acerca de sus planes para la nueva fábrica. Estoy interesado en discutir el asunto con usted. ¿Podemos hacer una cita para el almuerzo en lugar de la reunión en mi oficina? ¿Te importa si los invito a mi director de banco, también? Es imposible para mí para tomar cualquier decisión sobre el proyecto a menos que tenga su aprobación. Por favor me llame esta tarde. Voy a estar en reuniones durante toda la mañana. Hablo contigo más tarde. Adiós.
Who is the president of Greater Electric?
the bank manager
Mr. James
Mr. Barnes
Don James
Which sentence is true?
Don told Mr. James to call him in the morning.
Don decides everything about the project by himself.
Mr. James has plans for the new factory.
Mr. James is the president of Greater Electric.
Why does Mr. Barnes want to invite the bank manager to lunch?
he wants to borrow money
to get his opinion on the plans
he owes him lunch
because they're friends
Mr. Barnes will be busy during the morning.
True
False
Why does Don want to invite his bank manager to the meeting?
Don is interested in the bank manager's plans.
The bank manager is paying for the lunch.
Don can't make any decisions without him.
Mr. James doesn't want to meet Don alone.
London
From: Arlene Ericson To: Yvonne Billingsly Subject: Waiting for your answer
Dear Yvonne,
I'm in London on business. I plan to choose a locationfor another T-shirt factory near the city. I have some offers, and I'm going to see two places this afternoon.Please think about our discussion. I must have an answer as soon as possible.
I disagree with your opinion that you can't manage thebusiness. I think you'll be great for the job.
Arlene
Estimado Yvonne,
Estoy en Londres por negocios. Tengo la intención de elegir una ubicación para la otra fábrica de la camiseta cerca de la ciudad. Tengo algunas ofertas, y yo voy a ver a dos lugares de esta tarde. Por favor piense en nuestra discusión. Debo tener una respuesta lo más pronto posible.
No estoy de acuerdo con su opinión de que no se puede gestionar el negocio. Creo que va a ser grande para el trabajo.
Arlene
Which sentence is true?
Yvonne is setting up a T-shirt factory.
Yvonne agrees with Arlene.
Yvonne is in London.
Arlene thinks that Yvonne can manage the business.
Who is "you" in "I think you'll be great for the job"?
the writer of the e-mail
the manager
Arlene
Yvonne
Yvonne probably
has experience in management.
MustMAS MODALES (y SEMI-MODALES): MUST
USO: Se utiliza para hablar de una necesidad, obligación o responsabilidad fuerte de hacer algo. Con frecuencia existe muy poca diferencia entre MUST y HAVE TO (consultar Módulo 2) En el inglés formal escrito, MUST se utiliza en avisos públicos acerca de reglas o reglamentos oficiales. Must también puede emplearse para expresar seguridad acerca de una situación debido a hechos o circunstancias existentes.
AFIRMATIVO
FORMA:[SUJETO + MUST + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"I have a terrible toothache; I must go to the dentist.""We must try to help Nicky; she's our oldest friend.""All workers must wear safety helmets in work areas!""Jack must be on his way. There was no one home when I called his apartment."
NEGATIVO
USO: Tanto en el inglés oficial como en el informal empleamos la forma negativa MUST NOT (con frecuencia abreviada como MUSTN'T) para hablar acerca de algo incorrecto o prohibido. Recuerda que no es igual a la forma negativa de HAVE TO, que sólo significa que algo no es necesario.
FORMA:[SUJETO + MUST + NOT (MUSTN'T) + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"You mustn't pull the dog's tail, dear; he'll bite you.""We mustn't forget to pay back that loan.""Workers must not smoke in work areas!"
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
USO:Se utiliza para preguntar si algo es necesario u obligatorio. La forma interrogativa de HAVE TO significa lo mismo y es más habitual.
EJEMPLO:"Must I go to school today, Mom?""Yes, you must."
PREGUNTAS - WH
FORMA:Acerca del SUJETO de la oración:[Wh-Word + MUST + VERBO...?]
ABOUT REST OF SENTENCE:[WH-WORD + MUST + SUBJECT + VERBO...?]
EJEMPLOS:"What must happen before we can leave?"
"When must you take the test?""Next Friday."
Had ToMAS MODALES (y SEMI-MODALES): HAD TO
AFIRMATIVO
USO:Se utiliza para hablar de la necesidad, obligación y responsabilidad en el pasado. HAD TO es el pasado tanto de HAVE TO como de MUST.
FORM:[SUJETO + HAD TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"I had to stay up all night to write this paper!"
"We had to run to catch the train."
NEGATIVO
USO:Se utiliza para hablar acerca de algo que no era necesario u obligatorio en el pasado.
FORMA: [SUJETO + DID NOT (DIDN'T) + HAVE TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"Monday was a holiday, so I didn't have to go to work.""I didn't have to study Latin in high school."
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
USO:Se utiliza para realizar preguntas sobre tareas y obligaciones en el pasado.
PREGUNTAS SI/NO
[Q: DID + SUJETO + HAVE TO + VERBO...?][A: Yes,+ SUJETO (pronombre)+ DID.No, + SUJETO (pronombre)+ DIDN'T]
EJEMPLO:"Did you have to borrow money to buy the car?""Yes, we did."
PREGUNTAS -WH
Acerca del SUJETo of the sentence:[PALABRA-WH + HAS/HAD/HAD TO+ VERBO...?]
Acerca del RESTO de la oración:[WH-WORD + DID + SUBJECT + HAVE TO + VERB...?]
EXAMPLES:"Who had to wash the car this week?"
"What did you have to do to get the loan?""I had to fill out a form for the bank."
Must Not/Don't Have ToMAS MODALES (y SEMI-MODALES):
MUST NOT/DON'T HAVE TO
USOAunque MUST y HAVE TO tienen significados parecidos en oraciones afirmativas, no pueden intercambiarse en las negativas.
MUST NOT (MUSTN'T) se utiliza para indicar que algo está prohibido o no permitido.
DON´T HAVE significa "no es necesario hacer algo"
EJEMPLOS:"You mustn't run in here; this is a hospital.""You don't have to run; the bus is waiting for you."
aplicar
cita
aprobación
gerente de banco
carrera
compañía
tiempo completo
entrevista
localización
a través del tiempo
She needed to find work so she applied for ten jobs in one day.
Please make an appointment to see me tomorrow.
I got my boss' approval to have the meeting so now we need to choose a time.
If you have a problem with your account you can see the bank manager.
He works for a very big electronics company.
We are very busy at the moment so we are looking for a full-time assistant.
Please come for an interview tomorrow so we can see if you are good for the job.
The store is in a perfect location because lots of people walk by every day.
She gets paid extra for overtime.
She has a successful career as an artist.
Planning A Vacation
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Go with Best Tours, and have a good time. Make all your travel arrangements with our agency. Let us arrange your nonstop or connecting flights, one-way or round-trip. Let us reserve your hotel room. Do you want to rent a car? We can do that for you, too. We can also arrange your train and bus tickets. Let us plan your visit to foreign countries. Enjoy seeing new towns and villages. For free information, call today!
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Vaya con Best Tours, y pasar un buen rato. Haga todos sus arreglos de viaje con nuestra agencia. Vamos a organizar sus vuelos sin escalas o de conexión, de ida o de ida y vuelta. Vamos a reservar su habitación de hotel. ¿Quieres alquilar un coche? Podemos hacer eso para usted, también. También podemos organizar sus billetes de tren y autobús. Vamos a planificar su visita a los países extranjeros. Disfrute viendo nuevos pueblos y aldeas. Para información gratuita, llame hoy!
No se demore! ¡Somos los mejores!
Fran Aaronson wants to buy a new car. Can she buy it at Best Tours?
Yes
No
Dennis Michaels is planning a business trip. Can Best Tours help him?
Yes
No
Village ToursVillage Tours
Do you dislike taking boring vacations? Does having a good time mean sightseeing in interesting towns and villages?
Then you should come see us today! It's not smart to delay.Village Tours has daily non-stop flights to twenty-seven foreign capitals. We sell one-way and round-trip tickets. If you decide to cancel, we'll return all your money.
Village Tours: We'll send you where the fun is!
Visita a comunidades
No le gustan tomar vacaciones aburridas? ¿El tener un buen tiempo significa hacer turismo en las ciudades y pueblos interesantes?
Entonces usted debe venir a ver con nosotros hoy! No es inteligente para retrasar. Village Tours cuenta con vuelos diarios sin escalas a veintisiete capitales extranjeros. Vendemos billetes de ida y de ida y vuelta. Si decide cancelar, volveremos todo su dinero.
Visita a: Te enviaremos donde está la diversión!
What is another title for this ad?
"Go Where the Fun Is"
"Flying is Fun"
"We'll Take Your Money"
"Vacations in Town"
Who is "us" in: "Then you should come see us today"?
the people in foreign capitals
the customers
the clerks at Village Tours
people in towns and villages
The Smiths went on a Village Tours vacation. Which vacation did they go on?
They went to the beach in Greece.
They went shopping in New York.
They traveled across the U.S. by bus.
They toured small villages in Brazil.
How do you get your money back?
You delay in answering the ad.
You simply cancel.
You fly one way.
You go on a fun tour.
ShouldMAS MODALES (y SEMI-MODALES): SHOULD
AFIRMATIVO
USO: Se utiliza para hablar de una responsabilidad u obligación que es mucho más débil que MUST o HAVE TO. También se emplea para dar un consejo a alguien.
FORMA:[SUJETO + SHOULD + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"You should study for your test tonight instead of watching TV." (duty)
"I'm terribly tired.""You should work less!" (advice)
NEGATIVO
USO:Podemos utilizar SHOULD NOT (SHOULDN'T) como una forma más débil de MUSTN'T, para aconsejar o advertir a las personas de que no hagan algo.
FORMA:[SUJETO + SHOULD NOT (SHOULDN'T) + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"You shouldn't eat so much candy. It'll make you fat!"
"You shouldn't throw candy wrappers on the street. Put them in the trash can instead."
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
USO:Se utiliza para preguntar si algo es necesario, correcto o útil, o para pedir consejos a alguien.
EXAMPLE:"Should I answer Peter's letter?""Yes, you should!"
PREGUNTAS-WH
FORMA:
Acerca del SUJETO de la oración[PALABRA-WH + SHOULD + VERBO...?]
Acerca del SUJETO de la oración[WH-WORD + SHOULD + SUJETO + VERBO...?]
EJEMPLOS:"Who should bring the drinks?"
"Where should we go to buy the local pottery?""Well, don't go to the big tourist shops. You should go to the small shops in the villages."
After VerbsINFINITIVOS: DESPUES DE VERBOS
USO: Cuando dos verbos de la misma oración tienen el mismo sujeto, el segundo actúa como objeto del primero. Dependiendo del primer verbo, es posible que el segundo sea un infinitivo.
FORMA: [SUJETO + VERBO 1 + (NOT) + Infinitivo...]
EJEMPLO;
"Tina decided to study Russian."Existen dos grupos principales de verbos que pueden ir seguidos de un Infinitivo:
ACTITUD DEL SUJETO: Agree, Choose, Decide, Hope, Offer, Promise, Refuse, etc.
EJEMPLOS:"Patrick agreed to cook dinner.""Jane chose to stay at home.""We decided not to buy a new house.""I hope to win first prize next year."
CAPACIDAD DEL SUJETO: Attempt, Fail, Learn, Manage, Try, Be able to, etc.
EJEMPLOS:"Ben attempted to start the car.""Anne failed to finish her paper on time.""We learned to ski when we were on vacation."
After VerbsGERUNDIOS: DESPUES DE VERBOS
USO: Los GERUNDIOS se utilizan como el objeto de la mayoría de los verbos transitivos, en lugar de un sustantivo o un pronombre. En algunos casos, un objeto-verbo toma la forma de infinitivo, pero normalmente es un gerundio. Ten en cuenta que un GERUNDIO también puede seguir a BE.
FORMA:[SUJETO + VERBO + GERUNDIO]
EJEMPLOS:"Smith admitted stealing the jewels, but denied killing the security guard.""I avoid arguing with my boss.""Frank enjoys watching horror movies.""We must finish painting this wall today.""I can't imagine eating snails.""Cats don't like swimming.""Do you mind waiting for me?""Sam remembers meeting you last year."
cancelar
vuelo de conexión
vuelo directo
alquilar un coche
reservar una habitación de hotel
ida y vuelta
turismo
excursión
agencia de viajes
arreglos de viaje
I'm canceling my trip so I can go to my sister's birthday party.
There are no direct flights from London to Dallas. You need to take a connecting flight from Chicago.
He arrived quickly because he flew direct from Italy to America on a non-stop flight.
Would you like to go by train or rent a car?
We reserved hotel rooms for the whole trip.
My sister is going one-way, but I have a round-trip ticket.
I always take lots of photos when I go sightseeing.
We went on a tour of England last summer and saw many interesting places.
The travel agency booked my flight to Melbourne.
I would like to take a trip to Paris. Please make all the travel arrangements for us.
Eating Out>>
Food
Hello, listeners! This is Gore May with another restaurant review!
I made a reservation at Prima Vera Restaurant as soon as I heard about it. I was expecting Prima Vera to be a very special place, and I was looking forward to eating there. I came on time for my 1 p.m. reservation, but I had to wait forty-five minutes! The manager didn't even apologize. While I was waiting, I looked at Prima Vera's menu. What prices!Strawberries and cream cost $15! Finally, my table was ready, but it was dirty. The rolls weren't fresh, and the grilled fish was cold. "Perhaps the desserts are better," I thought. I ordered a slice of chocolate nut cake. While I was eating it, I broke a tooth! I found a small stone in the cake! I complained to the waiter, and phoned my insurance company.
Listeners, don't go to Prima Vera Restaurant! Eat at home. I promise you that you'll enjoy it a lot more!
Hola, los oyentes! Esta es Gore mayo con otra crítica de un restaurante!
Hice una reserva en Prima Vera restaurante tan pronto como me enteré. Yo estaba esperando Prima Vera sea un lugar muy especial, y me quedé con ganas de comer allí. Yo he venido a tiempo a mi reserva 13:00, pero tuve que esperar cuarenta y cinco minutos! El gerente ni siquiera se disculpó. Mientras esperaba, miré el menú de Prima Vera. ¿Qué precios! Fresas y crema cuestan $ 15! Por último, mi mesa estaba lista, pero estaba sucia. Los rollos no eran frescos, y el pescado estaba fría. "Tal vez los postres son mejores", pensé. Pedí una rebanada de pastel de nuez de chocolate. Mientras comía, me rompí un diente! Encontré una pequeña piedra en el pastel! Me quejé al camarero, y llamé a mi compañía de seguros.
Los oyentes, no van a la Prima Vera restaurante! Comer en casa. Te prometo que lo disfrutarás mucho más!
Prima Vera is an inexpensive restaurant.
True
False
How long did Gore May wait until he sat down?
fifty-five minutes
fifteen minutes
forty-five minutes
one minute
What did Gore May eat at the restaurant?
rolls, grilled fish, nut cake
rolls, fried fish, nut cake
soup, grilled fish, strawberries and cream
salad, baked fish, cream cake
What is "it" in " ... you'll enjoy it a lot more"?
going to Prima Vera Restaurant
eating at home
chocolate cake
strawberries and cream
Pearl's Party Service
Pearl's Party Service:For The Best Party Around
Are you expecting guests for an important dinner party? Are you worried that you won't be able to plan the party successfully? We at Pearl's Party Service will prepare theperfect party for you.
Here is a sample menu.
We usually start with salad and freshly baked rolls. Then, wegive you a choice of grilled fish or chicken. And make sureyou have room left for dessert. Our desserts are delicious!Your guests will love our fresh strawberries with whipped cream and homemade chocolate nut cake.
We think of everything: our waiters will even tell a few jokes!
So, if you're planning a party, call Pearl's Party Service today for a party we promise that you'll never forget!
Servicio Partido de la perla:
Para la mejor fiesta Alrededor
¿Estás esperando invitados para una importante cena? ¿Le preocupa que usted no será capaz de planificar el partido con éxito? Nosotros en servicio del partido de Pearl prepararemos theperfect partido para usted.
Aquí hay un ejemplo de menú.
Por lo general, empezamos con ensalada y pan recién horneado. A continuación, wegive una selección de pescado o pollo a la parrilla. Y hacer sureyou tienen habitación izquierda para el postre. Nuestros postres son deliciosos! Sus huéspedes amarán nuestras fresas frescas con crema batida y casera pastel de nuez de chocolate.
Creemos de todo: nuestros camareros incluso decirle un par de chistes!
Por lo tanto, si usted está planeando una fiesta, llame al Servicio de la fiesta de la perla de hoy para una fiesta le prometemos que usted nunca olvidará!
Which of these desserts will Pearl's Party Service prepare for your party?
strawberries with cream
cheesecake
ice cream with nuts
chocolate cookies
Who will also tell jokes at your party?
Pearl
you
the waiters
the guests
You'll never forget a party by Pearl's Party Service
because .
it will be expensive
the food will be awful
it will be a big success
the guests will tell jokes
I love preparing food, and I'm never nervous before a dinner party. Should I call Pearl's Party Service?
Yes
No
Which of these sentences is not true about Pearl's Party Service?
They prepare salad and rolls.
They grill steak.
They have waiters who tell jokes.
They make delicious desserts.
Japanese Restaurant- Where do you want to have dinner?- Let's go to that new Japanese restaurant on Park Avenue.- Do you want to walk or take a taxi?- Oh, if it's not far, let's walk.- Would you like to see a movie after we eat?- Sounds good to me.
Progressive vs. SimplePASADO PROGRESIVO - vs. PASADO SIMPLE
USO:Utilizamos el pretérito simple para hablar de una acción que se ha completado en el pasado. Utilizamos el pretérito progresivo para hablar de una acción continuada a lo largo de un tiempo en el pasado.
También se puede utilizar el pretérito simple y el pretérito progresivo juntos en la misma oración, para mostrar que una acción o hecho corto ocurrido durante una acción o hecho más largo. Si mencionamosla acción más corta primero, por lo general unimos las dos partes de la frase con 'WHILE'.
EJEMPLOS:"Tom arrived while we were talking about him.""She came in while I was doing my homework."
Si mencionamos la acción más larga primero, normalmente unimos las dos partes de la oración con WHEN.
EJEMPLOS:"We were talking about Tom when he arrived.""I was doing my homework when she came in."
- Did anyone meet you at the airport?
- Yes. My aunt and uncle were waiting for me when the plane landed
Stephen was driving fast when the accident happened
- Did you hear me?
- I'm sorry. I was thinking about something else. What did you said ?
- Is the secretary typing the letters?
- I don't know. She wasn't typing anything when I went into the office a few minutes ago.
What happened to your hand?
- I burned it while I was putting something into the oven.
ComparisonsADVERBIOS: COMPARACION
USO: Se utiliza para comparar a dos sujetos que realizan la misma acción.El comparativo y el superlativo de la mayoría de los adverbios se forma igual que el de los adjetivos largos:
COMPARATIVO
FORM:[SUJETO 1 + VERBO + MORE + Adverbio + THAN + SUJETO 2 (+DOES/CAN etc)...]
EJEMPLOS:"I can sing more beautifully than you (can).""Ted writes more slowly than Brenda (does)."
SUPERLATIVO
FORMA[SUJETO 1 + VERBO + THE MOST + Adverbio (OF ALL)]
EJEMPLOS"Of all the students in her class, Sarah does her homework the most carefully.""Jimmy behaves the most childishly of anyone in the class."
Los adverbios que tienen la misma forma base que los adjetivos también tienen la misma forma para el comparativo y el superlativo. Se construyen añadiendo -er (para el comparativo) y -est (para el superlativo) a la forma base.
EJEMPLOS"Fred can run faster than Martin can, but Sharon runs the fastest.""My wife got up earlier than I did this morning, but our daughter got up the earliest."
COMPARATIVOS IRREGULARES y FORMAS SUPERLATIVAS
También existe un pequeño número de adverbios cuya forma comparativa y superlativa son irregulares:
Base Form Comparative Superlativo
BADLY WORSE THE WORST
LITTLE LESS THE LEAST MUCH MORE THE MOST
sucio
recién horneado
congelado
A la parrilla
hecho en casa
preparar
listo
salado
dulce
crema batida
I don't want to eat from these dishes. They are dirty.
Would you like freshly baked rolls with your soup?
I don't have time to make dinner. Let's heat up some frozen food.
I'd like some grilled fish, please.
Would you like some homemade cookies? I made them this morning.
My boyfriend bought food to prepare dinner for us tonight.
Take the cake out of the oven, it's ready.
It's not healthy to eat a lot of salty food.
I don't like sweet food so I don't eat cakes and chocolate.
Would you like whipped cream on your dessert?
Traveling Abroad>
Outgoing MessageHello. This is the Janson family. We are abroad on vacation. We should return by the end of the week. We are going sightseeing in Ecuador. If this is an emergency, and you must reach us, please call Janice Moreau at 508-456-0308, or send us an e-mail.Remember: we will be home again next week. Bye!
Hola. Esta es la familia Janson. Estamos en el extranjero de vacaciones. Debemos volver a finales de la semana. Vamos hacer turismo en el Ecuador. Si se trata de una emergencia, y usted debe comunicarse con nosotros, por favor llame a Janice Moreau al 508-456-0308, o enviar un e-mail. Recuerde: vamos a estar en casa de nuevo la próxima semana. ¡Adiós!
A salesman at Sykes Shoes called the Jansons to tell them about a big sale. What should he do?
He should leave a message.
He should call Janice Moreau.
He should go sightseeing.
He should send a postcard to Ecuador.
Janice Moreau knows how to reach the Jansons in Ecuador.
True
False
The Jansons will return home .
next month
next week
in three weeks
last week
Rita's Trip AbroadRita's Trip Abroad
"Ladies and gentlemen, our flight is arriving shortly inWashington, D.C." Rita was looking out the window. Aroundher people were talking excitedly. Rita was nervous. It was not only her first time abroad, but it was also her first time outside her small village in Mexico. She was visiting her aunt and uncle for the summer. She couldn't wait to go sightseeing. But shewas a little worried about her English. She knew some English from school, and she hoped it was good enough.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the capital of the United States."
Rita checked to make sure she had everything: her passport, the immigration form, and her round-trip ticket. She followed the people out of the plane. She waited with the other foreignerswhile the immigration officials asked each person many questions. Rita was nervous, but the immigration officer patiently repeated each question slowly and clearly.
Rita found her suitcase, and started walking toward the exit.Many people were waiting outside. She was looking around, when she suddenly heard someone shout her name.
"Rita! Rita!" It was her aunt and uncle!
"We're so happy you're here!"
Rita smiled. She knew that she was going to have a good time that summer in America.
Viaje de Rita en el Extranjero
"Damas y caballeros, nuestro vuelo llega en breve en Washington, DC" Rita estaba mirando por la ventana. Alrededor de su gente estaban hablando animadamente. Rita estaba nervioso. No sólo era su primera vez en el extranjero, sino que también era su primera vez fuera de su pequeño pueblo en México. Ella estaba visitando a su tía y su tío para el verano. No podía esperar para
hacer turismo. Pero ella estaba un poco preocupada por su Inglés. Sabía algo de Inglés de la escuela, y ella esperaba era lo suficientemente bueno.
"Damas y caballeros, bienvenidos a la capital de los Estados Unidos."
Rita comprueba para asegurarse de que ella tenía todo: su pasaporte, el formulario de inmigración, y el billete de ida y vuelta. Siguió a la gente fuera del plano. Esperó con los otros extranjeros, mientras que los funcionarios de inmigración les pide a cada persona muchas preguntas. Rita estaba nervioso, pero el funcionario de inmigración repite pacientemente cada pregunta despacio y con claridad.
Rita encontró su maleta, y comenzó a caminar hacia la salida. Muchas personas estaban esperando afuera. Ella miraba a su alrededor, cuando de repente oyó a alguien gritar su nombre.
"Rita! Rita!" Fue su tía y su tío!
"Estamos muy felices de que estés aquí!"
Rita sonrió. Sabía que iba a pasar un buen rato que el verano en Estados Unidos.
What is "it" in "she hoped it was good enough"?
her English
the sightseeing
her Spanish
her Passport
Another title for this story is .
"Summer In The Airport"
"A Visit To America"
"The Capital Of The U.S.A."
"Rita's Village In Mexico"
Which of the these things didn't Rita need?
a credit card
an immigration form
a passport
a plane ticket
Rita smiled because she knew she was going to have a nice visit.
FormADVERBIOS: FORMACION
La mayoría de los adverbios se forman añadiendo-LY al final de un adjetivo:clear/clearly, wonderful/wonderfully,clever/cleverly, stupid/stupidly,interesting/interestingly, close/closely,dangerous/dangerously, bad/badly.
Si un adjetivo ya acaba en -ly (p. ej. FRIENDLY, LONELY) no puede transformarse en un adverbio. En este caso tendremos que hacer una oración adverbial.
EJEMPLOS:"She spoke to me in a friendly way.""He sat there looking lonely."
En algunos casos, el adverbio es exactamente igual a su adjetivo correspondiente: EARLY, LATE, FAST, HARD, LEFT, RIGHT, WRONG, HIGH, LONG.
EJEMPLOS:"I'm afraid the train will leave late.""He runs very fast.""Why do you work so hard?""Turn right at the next corner!"
La forma adverbial del adjetivo GOOD es WELL.
"Michael is a very good cook. He makes cakes particularly well."
Will vs. Going To
FUTURO: WILL y GOING TOWILL
USE: WILL se utiliza para expresar una opinión subjetiva, o para expresar una decisión,promesa, creencia o amenaza, etc. acerca del futuro. Por esta razón 'WILL' con frecuencia sigue a expresiones tales como 'I hope...', 'Do you think...', etc.
EJEMPLO:"Do you think she will like these flowers?"
FORMA:Afirmativa: [SUJETO + WILL + VERBO...]
NOTA: con frecuencia se abrevia WILL como "'-ll" y se pronuncia junto con el sujeto.
EJEMPLO:"I think he will (he'll) fix the car tomorrow."
Negativa: [SUJETO + WILL + NOT + VERBO...]
NOTA: con frecuencia se abrevia WIL NOT como "WON'T".
EJEMPLO:"I'm afraid we won't finish the job today."
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
PREGUNTAS SI/NO
USO:En la forma interrogativa, WILL suele introducir una petición.
FORMA:[Q: WILL + SUJETO + VERBO...?][A: Yes, + SUJETO + WILL No, + SUJETO + WILL NOT(WON'T).]
EJEMPLOS:"Will you open the window, please?""Yes, of course I will."
"Will you buy me an ice cream, please?""No, I won't!"
PREGUNTAS -WHFORMA:Preguntas acerca del sujeto de la oración:[Q: WHO/WHAT + WILL + VERBO...?]
EJEMPLO:"Who'll be there tonight?""Liz will go for sure. And maybe Tom will be there too."
Preguntas acerca del resto de la oración: [P: Palabra-Wh + WILL + SUJETO + VERBO...?]
EJEMPLO:"When will we get home tonight?""I think we'll get home at around 10."
GOING TOUSO:GOING TO se utiliza para hablar de hechos objetivos y claros o planes en el futuro.
EJEMPLO:"Look at those clouds! It's going to rain!"
FORMA:
AFIRMATIVA
[SUJETO + BE + GOING TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"I'm going to study Chinese History next semester.""Look out! That car's going to hit us!"
NEGATIVA
[SUJETO + BE + NOT + GOING TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"We aren't going to make a profit this year.""I know I'm not going to pass this exam!"
PREGUNTAS Y RESPUESTAS
YES/NO PREGUNTAS
[Q: BE + SUJETO + GOING TO + VERBO...?][A: Yes, + SUJETO (pronombre) + BE.]or: [No, + SUBJECT (pronombre) + BE + NOT.]
EJEMPLO:"Is this train going to arrive on time?""No, it isn't. It's going to be late."
PREGUNTAS - WHPreguntas acerca del sujeto de la oración:[Q: WHO/WHAT + Be+ GOING TO + VERBO]
Preguntas acerca del resto de la oración: [P: PALABRA-WH+ BE + SUJETO + GOING TO + VERBO...?][R: Oración afirmativa con GOING TO.]
EJEMPLO:"Who are you going to vote for?""I'm going to vote for Tom Baxter."
NOTA: Con frecuencia encontramos 'WILL' y 'GOING TO' en la misma conversación. En el siguiente diálogo, el paciente quiere una respuesta definitiva, pero la enfermera contesta sólo con una promesa:
"Is this injection going to hurt?""Don't worry, it will only hurt a little and it won't takelong!"
Cerrar la ventana
Simple PresentFUTURO: PRESENTE SIMPLE
USO: Algunas veces utilizamos el presente simple (consultar Índice Lingüístico 2) para hablar de acciones y hechos futuros 'definitivos' que ya han sidoarreglados o fijados en un calendario oficial.
EJEMPLOS:"The President leaves for Japan on Monday.""When does the next bus arrive?"
Present Progressive
FUTURO: PRESENTE PROGRESIVO
USO:Con frecuencia utilizamos el presente progresivo (consultar Índice Lingüístico 1) para hablar de planes y decisiones para el futuro cercano.Se utiliza de forma más habitual con verbos que expresan movimiento (p. ej. arrive, come, go, leave, sail, visit, etc.)
EJEMPLOS:"I'm leaving early today; I have a headache.""Are you visiting your mother tonight?""I'm not waiting any longer; he's half an hour late already!"
en el extranjero
tabla
extranjero
formulario de inmigración
oficial
pasajero
pasaporte
alcanzar
maleta
vacaciones
He's traveling abroad at the moment, on business. He will be back in the country next week.
The flight is boarding now so please have your tickets ready.
She's from Mexico so she's a foreigner in London.
It took him a long time to fill out the immigration form at the airport in France.
She works as an immigration official at the airport.
The passenger on the flight could not find his seat.
He was born in New York so he has an American passport.
I called many times before I reached her on her home phone number.
This suitcase is very heavy. What did you pack?
We went to New York on vacation.
Emotions
Drama
Narrator: Here we are with another episode of "Hospital Adventures." You'll remember that last time, Chad was in an accident. He was walking home from work.He wasn't looking where he was going, and he fell down and hit his head. Now, he's in the hospital and doesn't remember who he is.
Friend: Oh, Morgan, I came as soon as I heard! How is he?Morgan: He's still sleeping. The nurse just took his temperature. He has a fever.Friend: Look! He's getting up! Chad: What a headache! Where am I? Who am I? Who are you?Morgan: Chad, it's me, Morgan, your wife. Don't you remember?Friend: Here comes the doctor.Morgan: Doctor, I'm so worried. What are we going to do?Doctor: You must relax. It is important to stay calm. It seems that we'll have to operate.Morgan: Oh, no!Friend: Oh, no!Chad: Oh, no!Narrator: Will Chad get well? Will he get back his memory?Does he have health insurance? Tune in
tomorrow for the next episode of "Hospital Adventures."
Narrador:
Aquí estamos con otro episodio de "Hospital de aventuras." Usted recordará que la última vez, Chad fue en un accidente. Estaba caminando a casa del trabajo. Él no estaba mirando a dónde iba, y él se cayó y se golpeó la cabeza. Ahora, él está en el hospital y no recuerda quién es.
Amigo:
Oh, Morgan, he venido tan pronto como he oído! ¿Como es el?
Morgan:
Él todavía está durmiendo. La enfermera acaba de tomar su temperatura. Él tiene una fiebre.
Amigo:
¡Mira! Se está haciendo para arriba!
Chad:
¡Qué dolor de cabeza! ¿Dónde estoy? ¿Quién soy? ¿Quién eres?
Morgan:
Chad, que soy yo, Morgan, su esposa. ¿No te acuerdas?
Amigo:
Aquí viene el médico.
Morgan:
Doctor, estoy muy preocupado. ¿Qué vamos a hacer?
Doctor:
Usted debe relajarse. Es importante mantener la calma. Parece que vamos a tener que operar.
Morgan:
¡Oh, no!
Amigo:
¡Oh, no!
Chad:
¡Oh, no!
Narrador:
¿Será Chad ser sano? ¿Va a recuperar su memoria? ¿Tiene seguro de salud? Sintonice mañana para el próximo episodio de "Hospital de aventuras."
Who is "he" in "... doesn't remember who he is"?
the nurse
Chad
the doctor
the narrator
Does Chad have health insurance?
Yes
No
We don't know.
Pam likes listening to "Hospital Adventures." She wants to know if Chad will get well. What should she do?
listen to tomorrow's episode of the program
listen to next week's episode of the program
phone the narrator of the program
write to the radio station
Malcolm's Special Day
Malcolm's Special DayMalcolm was lying in bed at 7 a.m. on a sunny morning. Hewas excited because it was his birthday. His wife was still asleep. Malcolm woke her up.
"Debbie, do you know what day it is?"
"May 15th."
"And ... "
"And you have a 9 a.m. appointment with the dentist today. Youhave to get up!"
Malcolm was upset. "Debbie forgot my birthday," he thought while he was brushing his teeth.
"Bye, Debbie," said Malcolm. He was trying to seem calm andrelaxed. "Maybe we'll go to a restaurant for lunch."
"Why? What's special about today?" she asked.
"Oh, nothing."
Malcolm wasn't nervous at the dentist's office. The pain didn't even bother him. He was thinking about his birthday, and was feeling lonely. "Even my mother forgot to phone!" he thought.
When Malcolm came home, he slowly opened the door."Surprise!" All his friends and relatives were smiling andlaughing.
"Happy birthday, Malcolm," said Debbie. "Do you forgive me?"
Día Especial de Malcolm
Malcolm estaba acostado en la cama a las 7 am en una mañana soleada. Estaba emocionado porque era su cumpleaños. Su esposa aún dormía. Malcolm la despertó.
"Debbie, ¿sabes qué día es hoy?"
"15 de mayo".
"Y ... "
"Y usted tiene una cita de 09 a.m. con el dentista hoy. Usted tiene que levantarse!"
Malcolm estaba molesto. "Debbie olvidó mi cumpleaños", pensó mientras se cepilla los dientes.
"Adiós, Debbie", dijo Malcolm. Estaba tratando de parecer tranquilo y relajado. "Tal vez vamos a ir a un restaurante para el almuerzo."
"¿Por qué? ¿Qué tiene de especial hoy?" ella preguntó.
"Oh nada."
Malcolm no estaba nervioso en el consultorio del dentista. El dolor ni siquiera le molestó. Pensaba en su cumpleaños, y se sentía sola. "Incluso mi madre se olvidó de teléfono!" el pensó.
Cuando Malcolm llegó a casa, se abrió lentamente la puerta. "¡Sorpresa!" Todos sus amigos y parientes estaban sonriendo y riendo.
Malcolm had a 7 a.m. appointment with the dentist.
True
False
Why wasn't Malcolm nervous at the dentist's office?
He wasn't feeling any pain.
He was trying to seem calm and relaxed.
He was planning to go to a restaurant for lunch.
He was thinking about his lonely birthday.
Which sentence is true?
Malcolm didn't go to the dentist.
Malcolm's mother phoned him.
Debbie remembered Malcolm's birthday.
Debbie forgot Malcolm's birthday.
Who is "me" in "Do you forgive me"?
the dentist
Malcolm
Debbie
Malcolm's mother
Statements
PASADO PROGRESIVO: ENUCIADOSAFIRMATIVO
FORMA:[SUJETO + WAS/WERE + VERBO + ing...]He was waiting for the bus when it started to rain.They were waiting for the bus when it started to rain.
EJEMPLOS:"She was eating when I arrived.""We were sleeping at 3:OO a.m."
NEGATIVO
[SUJETO + WAS/WERE + NOT + VERBO + ing...]I was not (wasn't) waiting for the bus.They were not (weren't) waiting for the bus.
EJEMPLOS:"He wasn't sleeping when the phone rang.""They weren't watching TV when the news was on."
Questions and AnswersPASADO PROGRESIVO: PREGUNTAS y RESPUESTS
PREGUNTAS y RESPUESTAS YES/NO
FORMA: [P: WAS/WERE+ SUBJECT+ VERBO + ing...]
Was she waiting for the train?
Were you waiting for the train?
[A: YES/NO+ SUBJECT+ BE(NOT)] Yes, it was. No, she wasn't. Yes, we were. No, you weren't.EJEMPLOS:"Were the children playing in the garden when you came in?""Yes, they were."
"Were you working in Tokyo in1991?""No, I wasn't."
PREGUNTAS - WH
Preguntas aerca del SUJETO de la oración:
FORMA:
[WHO/WHAT + WAS/WERE + VERBO + ing...]
EJEMPLOS:"Who was watching the baby last night?""What was playing at the Cineplex last night?"
Preguntas acerca del RESTO DE LA SENTENCIA:[PALABRA-WH + WAS/WERE + SUJETO + VERBO + ing...]
EJEMPLOS:"What were you doing at 10 o'clock?""I was walking the dog."
"Who was Pat looking at?""She was looking at Kim."
aburrida
calma
emocionada
solitaria
nervioso
paciente
relajado
inteligente
sorprendido
cansado
The children were bored at home so we took them to the park.
We have a problem; please stay calm, everyone.
She's excited because her friend is coming over.
She lives by herself, but she isn't lonely.
I'm nervous about my big examination tomorrow.
The child asked a lot of questions but his mother was patient and answered them all.
He's never relaxed with the children because he's worried something will happen to them.
You have to be very smart to get into that university.
I was very surprised to get such a nice birthday present from her. I thought she didn't like me.
They were very tired after the long football game.
Making Excuses
Making ExcusesHi, Mom! It's Susan. I might not come to Aunt Carol's party tonight. I have a cold and a terrible headache. I'm taking a pill for the pain right now, and I'm going to lie down and relax. Don't worry! I'll call when I get up, and tell you if I'll be able to come to the party.
¡Hola mamá! Es Susan. Yo no podría venir a la tía Carol fiesta de esta noche. Tengo un resfriado y un terrible dolor de cabeza. Estoy tomando una pastilla para el dolor en este momento, y yo voy a
mentir y relajarse. No te preocupes! Voy a llamar cuando me levanto, y te digo si voy a ser capaz de llegar a la fiesta.
Susan called:
to tell her mother what she bought for Aunt Carol
to say that she might not go to the party
to ask her mother's opinion about the party
to ask her mother if she has a headache
Susan does not feel well.
True
False
Which sentence is true?
Susan is going to buy some pills.
Susan is going to lie down and relax.
Susan is going to the doctor about her headache.
Aunt Carol has a terrible headache.
Does Susan have a toothache?
Yes
No
What will Susan tell her mother when she calls later?
She'll tell her if she's going to the party.
She'll tell her about her day at work.
She'll ask her what to buy Aunt Carol.
She'll ask her what time the party is.
The Party
The PartyAfter a long, busy day at work, Jason was finally going home.He was tired. He wasn't thinking about anything special.
"Perhaps I should go into the supermarket in our neighborhood, and pick up a couple of pounds of strawberries," Jason thought.
While Jason was driving to the store, his phone rang. It was hiswife, Jenny.
"Jason, where are you? Last night you promised to come home early to help me prepare the food and decorate the house. Youknow that we're having a party tonight."
"Oh, no!" Jason said. "I had so much work today that I forgot about the party."
"I know it's always a good idea to remind you to come home early, even when you promise," said Jenny. "However, this timeI expected you to remember."
At first, Jason didn't understand what Jenny was talking about,but then he remembered: Jenny was having a party for him that night. It was his fiftieth birthday!
La fiesta
Después de un largo día de trabajo, en el trabajo, Jason por fin iba a casa. Él estaba cansado. Él no estaba pensando en algo especial.
"Tal vez debería ir al supermercado en nuestro vecindario, y recoger un par de libras de fresas", pensó Jason.
Mientras que Jason estaba conduciendo a la tienda, su teléfono sonó. Era su esposa, Jenny.
"Jason, ¿dónde estás? Anoche usted se comprometió a volver a casa temprano para ayudarme a preparar la comida y decorar la casa. Usted sabe que estamos teniendo una fiesta esta noche."
"¡Oh, no!" Dijo Jason. "Tuve mucho trabajo hoy que me olvidé de la fiesta."
"Sé que es siempre una buena idea para recordar que vuelvas a casa temprano, incluso cuando usted promete", dijo Jenny. "Sin embargo, esta vez me espera a recordar."
Al principio, Jason no entendía lo que Jenny estaba hablando, pero luego recordó: Jenny estaba teniendo una fiesta para él esa noche. Fue su quincuagésimo cumpleaños!
What is another name for this story?
"Strawberries with Cream"
"Jason Goes Home Early"
"Jenny's Party"
"The Forgotten Party"
Why did Jason forget about the party?
He was thinking about the strawberries.
He didn't want to decorate the house.
He had a lot of work that day.
He hates birthdays.
Who are "we" in "You know that we're having a party tonight"?
the food and the house
Jenny and her friends
the party guests
Jason and Jenny
Jason was in his car when Jenny called him.
True
False
Which of these did Jenny want help with?
buying strawberries
making food
cleaning the house
decorating the cake
Which of these did Jenny want help with?
buying strawberries
making food
cleaning the house
decorating the cake
After AdjectivesINFINITIVOS: DESPUES DE ADJETIVOS
USO: Se utiliza para decir lo que piensa o siente alguien sobre una acción o hecho.
FORMA:[SUJETO + BE + ADJETIVO + TO + VERBO...]
EJEMPLOS:"Mike was very surprised to see Ted with Laura.""We were delighted to see Fred at the party."
After ObjectsINFINITIVOS: DESPUES DE VERBO + OBJETO
USO: Cuando hay dos verbos con sujetos diferentes en la misma oración, algunas veces el segundo es un infinitivo. Esta estructura se utiliza a menudo para hablar acerca de la actitud del primer sujeto hacia el segundo sujeto o de su influencia sobre este.
EJEMPLOS:"I told Maggie to write that letter last week.""The teacher allowed the students to go home early.""Fred asked me to lend him some money.""I expected them to answer my letter immediately.""They invited Sarah to go on vacation with them.""We'd like you to work with us.""I need you to sign this paper, please.""The general ordered his men to retreat.""Janet paid the mechanic to fix her car."
"David reminded her to feed the cat.""Mary teaches people to read.""The boss told me to work harder.""Angela wants Paul to marry her."
Why is Carole so excited?
- Because her father is going to teach her how to drive
As SubjectGERUNDIOS: COMO SUJETOS
USO:
Un GERUNDIO puede actuar como sujeto de cualquier verbo, en lugar de un sustantivo o pronombre. Con frecuencia utilizamos gerundios de esta forma para hacer generalizaciones. El GERUNDIO puede ir solo, seguido de un complemento (ej. un objeto o un adverbio) o una oración adverbial.
FORMA: [GERUNDIO + (Complemento/oración Adverbial) + VERBO ...]
EJEMPLOS:"Smoking is dangerous.""Eating always makes me sleepy.""Smoking cigars is very dangerous." (con Complemento)"Playing football makes me thirsty." (con Complemento)"Smoking when you are in a crowded room is inconsiderate." (con Oración Adverbial)"Not brushing your teeth before you go to bed is bad for your teeth." (con Oración Adverbial)
Health
cepillarse los dientes
dentista
fiebre
tener un resfriado
dolor de cabeza
funcionar
dolor
píldora
la temperatura
diente
Make sure you brush your teeth before you go to bed.
The baby is crying a lot. I think he has a cold
Most people don't like to go to the dentist.
I feel very hot. I think I have a fever.
She had a fever because she didn't drink enough water.
The doctors operated on the boy after he fell out of the window.
The pain in his back was very bad after he lifted the big suitcase.
He took a pill and soon felt better.
The nurse took my temperature every four hours.
The baby is getting her first tooth so she is crying a lot.
Tickets, Please!
VacationBob: Could I help you with something?Terri: No, thanks. I've got it. I know I brought it with me. I know I didn't forget it. Looking
for anything in this bag is impossible. Uh! Nothing is going right today.Bob: Are you sure there isn't anything I can help you with?Terri: Yes. Could you please ...?Bob: Take your time. I won't be going anywhere until they begin boarding.Terri: Oh! I remember! I put it in here. Ah, thank youso much. Now, can I get everything back into
this bag?Bob: Here you go. I see you're going to St. Thomas.Terri: Yes. Are you?Bob: Yeah. I'm looking forward to it. It's a wonderful place.Announcer: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Delta Airlines Flight 449 to Atlanta is now available
for passenger check-in.Terri: Well, that's my flight. I have to get my seat.Bob: Me, too. Please. After you.
Chelín:
¿Puedo ayudarte en algo?
Terri:
No, gracias. Lo tengo. Sé que traje conmigo. Yo sé que no olvidaré. Busca cualquier cosa en este bolso es imposible. Uh! Nada va correcto hoy.
Chelín:
¿Seguro que no hay nada que te pueda ayudar?
Terri:
Sí. Podrías por favor ...?
Chelín:
Tome su tiempo. No me voy a ir a ninguna parte hasta que comienzan embarque.
Terri:
Oh! ¡Me acuerdo! Lo puse aquí. Ah, muchas gracias. Ahora, puedo conseguir todo lo nuevo en esta bolsa?
Chelín:
Aqui tienes. Veo que vas a St. Thomas.
Terri:
Sí. ¿Eres tú?
Chelín:
Sí. Estoy deseando que llegue. Es un lugar maravilloso.
Locutor:
Buenas tardes damas y caballeros. Aerolíneas Delta 449 a Atlanta ya está disponible para los pasajeros de check-in.
Terri:
Bueno, esa es mi vuelo. Tengo que conseguir mi asiento.
Chelín:
Yo también. Por favor. Después de usted.
Tickets, Please!Tickets, pleaseby Lily Macbeth
Ushers in theaters and concert halls around the world see performances and plays for free, and never have to wait in line for tickets. What is it like to be an usher?
"People often think that being an usher is an easy job, but it isn't," says Peter Sullivan, an usher at the Palladium Theater. "It's difficultto stand so much! When I'm tired, I sit in an aisle seat during intermission, but my boss could fire me for that."
Ushers usually stand at the entrance to the auditorium. They givepeople programs, look at their tickets, and show them their seats.Ushers must keep the audience quiet, especially after the curtain goes up. It isn't always easy.
"Last night one man was talking in a loud voice while the orchestrawas playing," says Xavier Marcos. "I told him to be quiet, but hedidn't stop talking. Some people were very angry, but there wasnothing I could do."
Actors and musicians sometimes work as ushers, too. Samantha Page studies acting and is also an usher. "I won't be an usher forever," she explains. "I'm going to be famous one day. But I'llalways remember beginning my career as an usher!"
Boletos por favor
por Lily Macbeth
Los acomodadores en los cines y salas de conciertos de todo el mundo ver las actuaciones y obras de teatro de forma gratuita, y no tener que esperar en la cola para las entradas. ¿Qué se siente ser un acomodador?
"La gente suele pensar que el ser un ujier es un trabajo fácil, pero no lo es", dice Peter Sullivan, un acomodador en el Teatro Palladium. "Es difícil de soportar tanto! Cuando estoy cansado, me siento en un asiento de pasillo durante el intermedio, pero mi jefe me pude despedir por eso."
Ujieres generalmente se sitúan en la entrada del auditorio. Le dan programas gente, miran sus billetes, y les muestran sus asientos. Los ujieres deben mantener a la audiencia tranquila, sobre todo después de que el telón se levanta. No siempre es fácil.
"Ayer por la noche un hombre estaba hablando en voz alta, mientras que la orquesta tocaba", dice Xavier Marcos. "Le dije que se callara, pero él no se detuvo a hablar. Algunas personas estaban muy enojados, pero no había nada que pudiera hacer."
Actores y músicos a veces funcionan como ujieres, también. Samantha Página estudios de actuación y es también un ujier. "No voy a ser un ujier para siempre", explica. "Yo voy a ser famoso algún día. Pero siempre recordaré comenzando mi carrera como un ujier!"
FrequencyADVERBIOS: ADVERBIOS DE FRECUENCIA
USO: Se utilizan para hablar de la frecuencia con que ocurre algo.Los adverbios de frecuencia más importantes son ALWAYS, GENERALLY, NORMALLY, USUALLY, FREQUENTLY, OFTEN, SOMETIMES, EVER, OCCASIONALLY, SELDOM, RARELY y NEVER.
FORMA:Por lo general, los adverbios de frecuencia van inmediatamente antes del verbo en las oraciones afirmativas, pero después del verbo BE.En las oraciones negativas, los adverbios de frecuencia normalmente van inmediatamente después de la palabra NOT. En las preguntas, los adverbios de frecuencia normalmente van inmediatamente despuésdel SUJETO.
AFIRMATIVO[ADVERBIO + VERBO]
EJEMPLO:"I always drink champagne with my supper."
[BE + ADVERBIO]
EJEMPLO:"Peter is sometimes late for lessons."
NEGATIVO[NOT + ADVERBIO]
EJEMPLOS:"We don't often go to the theater.""My sister isn't usually so quiet."
QUESTIONS[SUJETO + ADVERBIO]
EJEMPLOS:"What do you usually have for breakfast?""Do you always eat a sandwich for lunch?""Are you ever going to finish that book?""We sometimes take the car and sometimes walk.""Bill is rarely late.""Jessica doesn't ever call me at work.""Why don't Pam and Jim ever speak to Michael?"
Gerund or InfinitiveGERUNDIOS: GERUNDIO O INFINITIVO
USO:Algunos verbos pueden ir seguidos por GERUNDIOS o por INFINITIVOS. En ciertos casos, como REMEMBER, FORGET, STOP y USE, esto cambia completamente el significado de la oración.
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:[REMEMBER/FORGET + GERUNDIO - memorias del pasado]
EJEMPLOS:"I remember seeing the Beatles in 1970.""I'll never forget meeting you in Rome last year."
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:[REMEMBER/FORGET+ INFINITIVO - acciones en el futuro]
EJEMPLOS:"I'll remember to give him the message tomorrow.""Don't forget to feed the chickens this evening!"
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:
[STOP + GERUNDIO - terminar o abandonar una acción.]
EJEMPLO:"We stopped dancing because we were tired."
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:[STOP + INFINITIVO - iniciar una nueva acción.]
EJEMPLO:"I stopped to tie my shoelace."
FORM + SIGNIFICADO:
[TRY + GERUNDIO - experimentar; realizar una acción y ver cuál será el resultado.]
EJEMPLO:"If you want to make perfect tea, try heating the pot with some boiling water before putting in the tea."
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:
[TRY + INFINITIVO - intentar algo; averiguar si es posible]
EXAMPLE:"I tried to stroke the cat, but she ran away before I could touch her."
FORMA +SIGNIFICADO:[LIKE + GERUNDIO - disfrutar algo]
EJEMPLOS:"I like eating chocolate.""I like reading novels."
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:
[LIKE + INFINITIVO - pensar que algo es sabio, correcto o agradable]
EJEMPLOS:"I like to brush my teeth after meals.""I like to answer business letters immediately."
Observa la diferencia entre USE TO + INFINITIVO y BE/GET GET USED TO + GERUNDIO:
FORMA + SIGNIFICADO:[USED TO (pasado) + INFINITIVO - se refiere a un hábito o estado del pasado que ha dejado de existir o ha cambiado.]
EJEMPLOS:"I used to smoke 50 cigarettes a day, before I stopped.""We used to live in Washington; now we live in Montreal.""My father used to have brown hair, but now he is bald."
FORMA +SIGNIFICADO:[BE o GET USED TO + GERUNDIO - considerar algo normal o acostumbrarse a algo]
EJEMPLOS:"I'm used to driving on the left now, but when I first came to Britain it felt very strange!"
"I can't get used to being a grandmother; I feel so old!""Don't worry; you'll get used to having grandchildren."
Con algunos verbos (ej. START, BEGIN, CONTINUE), hay muy poca diferencia si van seguidos de un GERUNDIO o un INFINITIVO, aunque una forma puede ser ligeramente más común que la otra. En los siguientes EJEMPLOS aparece primero la forma más común.
EJEMPLOS:"We started traveling/to travel at 6 o'clock.""Pat began swimming/to swim when she was six.""Joe continued writing/to write to me for years."
Empty SubjectENUNCIADOS IMPERSONALES
USO:Estas oraciones se utilizan para hablar del momento, lugar, tiempo atmosférico y demás condiciones en expresiones en las que el verbo "BE " no tiene un sujeto real
FORMA:[IT + BE + Expresion de tiempo/adjetivo + RESTO]
EJEMPLOS:"It's 1 o'clock in Miami when it's 7 o'clock in Rome.""It's warm and sunny today in Washington.""It's too late to get tickets for the 4 o'clock show.""It's time to start cooking dinner.""Come and swim; it's lovely in the water!""It's very dusty up in our attic."
