1 Are you in a classroom?

No, I`m not. I`m at park.

2 Are you in a French class?
No, I`m not.
3 How are you?
I`m fine, thanks.
4 Are you and your friends in the same English class?
Yes, we are. We`re in the same class.
5 Are you married?
No, I`m not. I`m single.
1. What's your name?
2. What's your cell phone number?
3. What's your email address?
4. What's your English teacher's name?

My name is Edwar Gutierrez.

It`s 956843207.
It`s Edwar_26_12@hotmail.com

My English teacher`s name is Martha.

In my area, you can visit an island.
In my area, you can't visit an island.
You can take pictures from a ferry.
You cant take pictures from a ferry.
You can visit an old castle.
You cant visit an old castle.
You can see a statue of a famous writer.
You can't see a statue of a famous writer.
You can spend a day at the beach.
You can't spend a day at the beach.
You can walk around pyramids.
You cant walk around pyramids.
You can see a famous bridge.
You can't see a famous bridge.
You can go up a tower and get a good view.
You can't go up a tower.
You can take a bus tour of the city.
You cant take a bus tour of the city.
What sports can your best friend play?
He can play soccer. He's a really good player.
Can your mother make Mexican food?
Yes, she can. She can make great tortillas.
What languages can you speak?
I can speak Portuguese, Italian, and English.
Can your parents speak English?
No, they can't. But my dad can speak a little.

I often travel to your city on business, but I don't usually have a lot of
time. Where can I go and what can I see in one day?
In Boston, you can visit Faneuil Hall, walk around the Public Garden,
and then walk the Freedom Trail.
I want to visit this summer, but I don't have a lot of money. What can
I do for free?
You can visit Boston Common - a park in the center of Boston.
There are a lot of interesting and historic buildings like the Old North
Church, The Boston Public Library, and the African Meeting House.
The Boston Arts Festival also has free events.
Where can I meet local people? What traditional things can I see or
do?
You can meet a lot of local people at a baseball game. The local
team is the Red Sox. You can also meet people at concerts or at the
theater. You can walk along the Charles River. A lot of people walk
and exercise there.
Traditional events in Boston are a swimming event in Boston Harbor
in January, a parade in March, and a free concert on July 4th.
1. Is ________ at home?
2. Are _________ and ________ at work?
3. Is ________ in class today?
4. Are ________ and ________ on vacation?
5. Are ________ and ________ in your English class?
6. Is ________ sick today?
7. Is ________ at the library?
8. Are ________ and ________ asleep?

1. Is Luis at home?
Yes, he is.He`s asleep.
2. Are Luis and Joselyn at work?
No, they`re not. They`re at a cinema
3. Is Kathy in class today?
No, she`s not. She`s at home. She`s sick
4. Are Kelly and Ral on vacation?
Yes, they are. They`re in Japan.
5. Are Anngiee and Junior in your English class?
Yes, they are. We`re in the same English class.
6. Is Jefer sick today?
No, he`s not. He`s late.
7. Is Sugey at the library?
Yes, she is. She`s not in class.
8. Are Juan and Blanca asleep?
No, they`re not. They`re at the gym.
1.Are you outgoing?
2.Is your best friend lazy?
3. Is your English class hard?
4. Are your friends smart?
5. Are you tired today?
6. Are you and your friends busy after class?

Yes. I am. I'm very outgoing and friendly

No, he's not.he's always very busy.
Yes, it is. The lessons are hard and the teacher is very strict.
Yes, they are. They're very Smart. They're interesting, too.
Yes, I am. I'm very tired today. School is hard work.
Yes,we are. We're busy after class.
1. My grandmother's name is Banu.
2. My brother is a singer in a band.
3. My grandfather is a tennis player.
4. I'm from Alaska.
5. My mother is a Spanish teacher.
6. My new job is hard work.
7. My sister is an artist.
8. My last name is Oh.

Really? What's she like?

Really? A singer? Are they good?
Really? How old is he?
Alaska? Wow! What's Alaska Like?
Oh. Interesting. Is she from Spain originally?
Really? Is it interesting?
An artist? Really? Is she a painter?
Really? Where are you from?
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don't do my homework in the morning.

I check my email and text messages.
I don't study English every day.
I listen to the radio.
I don't drive. We don't have a car.
I don't play games on the computer.
I don't read a book. I read the news on the Internet.
I go on the Internet.

Do you take a class at night?

Yes, I do. I take a Spanish class on Monday evenings.
Does your father do the laundry on weekends?
My father? No, he doesn't. He relaxes on weekends.
Do you and your friends go shopping on Saturdays?
Yes, we do. We go shopping every Saturday.
Do your friends check their email before breakfast?
No, they don't. They check their email after breakfast.
Does your mother read the news on the Internet every day?
Yes, she does. She reads the news on her tablet every morning.

Do you live around here?

Yes, I do. I live about a mile away.
Are you from here originally?
Well, I'm from Brazil originally, but my family lives here now.
Are you a full-time student?
No, I'm not. I work part-time and go to school part-time.
Do you have brothers or sisters?
No, I'm an only child.
Do you work on the weekends?
Well, I work on Saturdays. I don't work on Sundays.
Do you text your friends every day?
Yes, I do. I text my friends all the time.
Do you get up early every day?
Well, I get up very early on weekdays. On weekends, I get up late.
Do you live with your grandparents?
No, I don't. I live with my parents and my two brothers.

Hi Ian,

I'm always busy on weekends. I get up early on Saturdays and play

soccer. I work on Saturday afternoons and all day Sunday. I have a
part time job in a hotel. (I clean rooms there.) On Saturday nights I go
to a friend's house and we play games and listen to music. On Sunday
evenings I do my laundry and watch TV.

Where do you go after class?

I meet some friends and go to a restaurant for dinner.
When do you text your friends?
Every day. But I don't text before breakfast.
What do you do in your free time at home?
I rent a movie, or I just relax in front of the TV with a friend.
Where do you go on the weekends?
I go to a restaurant or club.
Who do you go out with on the weekends?
Oh, friends from school.

Do you ever watch soap operas?

Yes, I usually watch soap operas in the afternoons. I love the
stories.
What sitcoms do you hardly ever watch?
Actually, I hardly ever watch any sitcoms. I dont like sitcoms.
How often do you watch documentaries?
I often watch documentaries. I really like shows about wildlife.
What talk shows do you like?
I never watch talk shows. And I hate celebrity talk shows.
When do you usually watch the news?
I sometimes watch the news in the evenings. I like the sports
news.
How often do you watch reality shows?
Never! I can't stand reality shows.
Where do you exercise? Do you go to the gym?
No, I don't. I can't stand gyms. I don't exercise a lot but I walk all
the time. I mean I walk to work.
Do you see your friends during the week? Do you go out on
weeknights?
Well, I don't usually go out on weeknights. I'm usually pretty busy.
I mean I have homework.
How often do you get up early? I mean, do you get up early every
day?
Well, I get up early on weekdays. I mean, I sleep late on Sunday
mornings. I often get up at noon!
When do you eat out? I mean, do you eat out on Saturdays?
Yes. I mean we often eat out on Saturdays. We go to different
places. We love different kinds of food.
What kinds of TV shows do you like? Do you watch reality
shows?
I love talk shows with celebrities and I watch sports all the time. I
hardly ever watch reality shows. I mean they're not my favorite.
Where do you eat breakfast? Do you eat breakfast at school or
work?
Well, sometimes I have breakfast at work. I mean I don't always
have time at home.

I work too much

My name is Ramiro. My problem is that I work a lot, and I don't have
much free time. I have two jobs. I work at a computer store five days a
week, and I work at a restaurant on the weekends. I'm usually tired
after work, and I just go straight home. I hardly ever see my girlfriend,
and she and I don't go out together very often. I don't spend much time
with my family, but I call my mom once a week. I know I work too
much, but I need the money.
There's a beautiful park in my neighborhood.
There are a lot of small stores.
There are some expensive restaurants.
There are a couple of cheap fast-food places.
There's no big stadium.
There are no malls.

What time do you get up on weekdays?

I usually get up at about 7:00 on weekdays.
What time does your family have lunch on Sundays?
We usually have lunch at around 2:00 on Sundays.
What time does your English class start?
On Mondays, it starts at 10:00, but on Thursdays it's at 2:00.
What time do you leave home in the morning?
On weekdays, I usually leave home about 8:00 in the morning.
What time do stores open and close in your neighborhood?
They usually open at 8:00 in the morning and close at 8:00 in the
evening.

I really like this neighborhood.

Me too. I think it's great.Or Really? I don't like it very much.
I don't eat out in this neighborhood.
Me neither. The restaurants around here are expensive.
Or Really? But there are some great restaurants here.
I think the restaurants are very expensive here.
I know. Let's eat somewhere else.Or Right. But I think there are a
couple of cheap restaurants here, too.
I don't know a lot of people around here.
Me neither. I don't come here very often.Or Really? I have a lot of
friends around here.
I think our neighborhood is boring.
Right. It's a terrible place to live.Or Really? I like the stores around
here.
I think we need a couple of new stores in our neighborhood.
Yeah, I know. The stores are boring, and they're expensive. Or Really?
But I think we have some great stores.
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Are you eating dinner right now?

I'm not eating dinner right now. I'm doing my homework.
Are you using a computer?
No, Im not. Im using a tablet.
Is your family watching TV?
My parents are watching TV, but my brothers are playing games on the
computer.
Are your friends working?
My friends aren't working. They're doing their homework.
Is it snowing?
It's not snowing. It's raining.
Is your best friend skiing?
My best friend isn't skiing. He's / She's watching TV.
What sports do you play? How often?
I play volleyball on Wednesdays and basketball on the weekends.
What sports do your friends play?
They play football, and this season they're playing volleyball.
Do you ever go biking?
Yes, I go biking once a week.
What sports do people in your country like?
They like soccer, volleyball, and basketball.

I'm really enjoying my vacation this summer.

Oh, that's good. What are you doing?
I'm not doing anything exciting. I'm just reading a lot.
That's nice. What are you reading?
I'm not enjoying this summer at all. I'm working ten hours a day.
Really? That's too bad. Where are you working?
I'm just relaxing, and I'm watching a lot of TV.
Thats good. What shows are you watching?
I'm exercising a lot at the gym this summer.
That's good. How often do you go?
I'm painting my house right now.
Really? That's great. What colors are you painting it?

Joe: I watch sports on TV all the time. I'm watching the Olympics this
month. It's great, but I don't do any sports. What sports are fun?
Try a lot of different kinds of sports. I like volleyball, tennis, and swimming. Also,
start slowly don't do a lot of sports right away.
Anita: This fall, we're playing soccer at school. I'm not enjoying it very
much, especially when it's cold! Also, I'm not very good. Help!
Soccer is a great sport, so try and enjoy it! Before the match, go running and
get warm. Remember - you're learning a new sport and it takes time. Watch
soccer on TV. Watch some professional matches and learn from the players
David: I like exercise, but I'm lazy! I usually exercise for two or three
weeks, but then I need a break. Do you have any advice?
Maybe you're doing the wrong kind of exercise. You're not enjoying it so you
stop. Do something fun. Try taking a fun exercise class at the gym. Thirty
minutes of exercise five times a week is good. Remember, don't do too much!
Take some time to relax, too.

What do you like to wear to the movies?

I like to wear jeans and a T-shirt.
When do you have to wear nice clothes?
I have to wear nice clothes for work.
Do you have to wear a uniform at work?
No, I don't. I don't have to wear a uniform.
Do you like to buy things online?
Yes, I do. I like to buy clothes online, but I don't buy shoes.
What clothes do you want to buy?
I want to buy a new sweater and a shirt.
Where do you like to go shopping?
I like to go shopping at the mall. There are a lot of stores there.

What's your favorite color?

Well, I like green and blue.
What's your favorite thing to wear?
Well, I really like to wear dresses.
How often do you shop online?
Um, let's see. About once a month.
How much do jeans cost these days?
Uh, let me think. I guess they're about 50 or 60 dollars these days.
How many birthday presents do you have to buy this month?
Let me think. About four. Its my moms birthday next week.
Does your family like to shop for clothes together?
Well, yes. My brother and I often go to the mall together.

I like to shop online because it's easy to compare prices, and it's very
convenient. Clothes are sometimes cheap because you don't have to pay sales
tax. Also, I don't like to go to busy stores. I like to shop at night.
I don't like to shop online because I always buy things I don't need. I buy too
much. Sometimes, I buy two or three sweaters in different colors. Shopping
online is expensive because I have bad habits. Also I don't like to get emails
every day from shopping websites.

invite a friend over

I invited a friend over for dinner on Saturday. We cooked pasta.
or
I didn't invite a friend over for dinner last weekend. I worked all
weekend.
stay home
I didn't stay home all weekend. I walked around the mall on
Saturday afternoon.
or
I stayed home. I watched TV all weekend. I didn't go out.
study for an exam
I didn't study for an exam last weekend. I didn't have homework.
or
I studied for an exam on Sunday afternoon.
clean the house
I didn't clean the house. My brother cleaned the house on Sunday.
or
I cleaned the house, and I washed the car.
call a friend
I called a friend on Saturday afternoon. We talked for a long time.
or
I didn't call a friend last weekend, but I called my parents on Sunday.
check my email
I checked my email. I didn't have any interesting messages.
or
I didn't check my email or my text messages.
chat online
I didn't chat online, but I talked on the phone a lot.
or
I chatted online with some of my classmates.
practice my English
I practiced my English online. I know some Americans, and we
chatted online for an hour.
or
I didn't practice my English, but I watched a movie in English.
listen to music
I listened to music all weekend. I listened to a lot of my favorite
albums.
or
I didn't listen to music, but I played my guitar on Saturday afternoon.
rent a car
I didn't rent a car. I have a car.
or
I rented a car and visited a friend.
cook a big meal
I cooked a big meal, and it was delicious.
or
I didn't cook a big meal. My dad cooked dinner both nights.
exercise
I exercised in the evenings. I walked around my neighborhood.
or
I didn't exercise I didn't do anything!

Monday
I went out on Monday night. I went to a friend's house and had
dinner.
Tuesday
I did some homework on Tuesday night. I studied for a test.
Wednesday
I ate out at a Spanish restaurant last Wednesday. We had paella.
Thursday
I took a vocabulary test last Thursday. I didn't do very well.
Friday
I saw the new Tom Cruise movie on Friday. I enjoyed it. His movies
are always good.
Saturday
I went to a museum on Saturday afternoon. I saw an exhibit of
Chinese art.
Sunday
I bought a magazine last Sunday morning. I read it all afternoon.

I had a terrible vacation in Hawaii.

You did? I'm sorry to hear that. Did you get sick?
I took my driver's test yesterday.
You did? Did you pass?
I wrote an article for a magazine last month.
Good for you! What's it about?
My friend and I worked all weekend.
You did? Thats too bad. Did you feel tired?
I remember my last birthday. I got up late. Then I called a friend in
my class. Before we went to class, we had a "birthday breakfast" in
a caf. When we got to class, we took a test. (Oh no I forgot about
the test!). After the test, I went to a different caf and had a big
"birthday lunch". :-) My friends paid. After we had lunch, my friend
and I went shopping. I bought some new shoes. Then I went home.
When I got home, my sister called and invited me to her house for a
"birthday dinner". I had a great birthday! Oh, and I passed the test!

What time do you go to bed on weeknights?

I usually go to bed at 10:00 p.m. I don't like to go to bed late on
weeknights.
How often do you go swimming?
I try to go swimming twice a week. I love to swim.
Did you get a bad sunburn last year?
Yes, I did. I got a bad sunburn at the beach a couple of times. I
forgot to take my sunscreen.
What did you get for your last birthday?
I got a cat! His name's Timmy.
Can you think of someone you don't get along with?
No, I get along with everyone. I have a lot of friends.
Where do you want to go on vacation this year?
I really want to go to Italy. I want to see Venice.
Do you get up early in the morning?
Well, I get up early during the week, but I get up late on weekends.

Friend: What do you usually do on the weekends?

You: I usually go out with friends. What about you?
Friend: Me? I usually go to see a movie. Sometimes a friend and I
go camping or hiking.
Friend: I'm enjoying my new job. My boss is OK, and the people are
nice. We get along it's a friendly place.
You: That's nice. Anyway, do you want to go out for dinner
tomorrow?
Friend: Tomorrow? Sounds great. What time? Seven?
Friend: What did you do for your last birthday?
You: My friends and I went to a movie. Then we had dinner. It was
nice. Anyway, I have to go. It's late. Bye.
Friend: OK. Talk to you later.
Friend: So how was your weekend?
You: It was boring. I didn't do anything special. I stayed home all
weekend. Anyway, I want to go shopping next weekend. Do you
want to come with me?
Friend: Sure. Sounds like fun.

I met my friend when I was 13. His name was Marti. We met on my
first day at a new school. He said, "You look nervous. Come and sit
with me." I said, "Thanks. I am nervous. Is Mrs. Roberts strict?" He
said, "No, she's nice. And her class is fun!" I said, "Oh, good." Then I
was more relaxed. After school, I played basketball with Marti. I was
happy I had a new friend.

How many students in your class are vegetarians?

Three of my classmates are vegetarians.
or
There are no vegetarians in my class. We're all meat eaters.
How much milk does your family buy every week?
We usually buy a lot of milk - about six liters (1.5 gallons) a week.
or
We don't buy much milk. We don't use a lot of milk in our family.
How many times a week do you eat chicken?
I eat chicken about three or four times a week. I have a chicken
sandwich two or three times a month.
or
I don't eat much chicken. I eat it about twice a month.
How much shellfish do you eat? Do you eat a lot?
Yes! My family eats a lot of shellfish because we all love seafood.
or
I'm allergic to shellfish so I don't eat much seafood.
How many of your friends are picky eaters?
All of my friends are picky eaters.
or
My friends aren't picky eaters, but one of my friends doesn't eat
meat.
How many cans of soda do you drink a day?
None. I don't drink soda.
or
I don't drink much soda, but I like to have a couple of cans on the
weekend.

Are you a picky eater?

Well, I don't eat fish or shrimp or anything.
What do you usually have for dinner?
I usually have chicken and rice or vegetables or something.
How about lunch?
I have something light for lunch, like a snack or something.
What do you like to order in restaurants?
I like to order fish, like salmon or something.
What do you drink with meals?
I don't drink water or anything with meals.
What kinds of snacks do you like?
I like all kinds of snacks. I often eat cookies, peanuts, and potato
chips or something.

This week's restaurant: Vegetarian Delight

by Justin Chang
Yesterday, I went to a new vegetarian restaurant, Vegetarian Delight,
for the first time. After my meal, I decided it was also the last time! I
had the chef's special rice and stir-fried vegetables with garlic. The
food had no taste at all it was completely tasteless. The
vegetables were hot, but the rice was cold. I also had dessert. It
looked good, but it wasn't tasty. It was basically a terrible meal. The
servers were nice and friendly, but the service was very slow I was
at the restaurant for three hours! And the cost? It was very
expensive at $56!
I really can't recommend Vegetarian Delight for my readers.