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The House
Mr. and Mrs. Smith have one son and one daughter. The son's name is John. The
daughter's name is Sarah.
The Smiths live in a house. They have a living room. They watch TV in the living
room. The father cooks food in the kitchen. They eat in the dining room. The house
has two bedrooms. They sleep in the bedrooms. They keep their clothes in the
closet. There is one bathroom. They brush their teeth in the bathroom.
The house has a garden. John and Sarah play in the garden. They have a dog. John
and Sarah like to play with the dog.
Dialogue 1
John: Hello. My name is John. Nice to meet you!
Sarah: Hi, John. I'm Sarah. How is your day going?
John: It's been a great first day on the job. Have you worked here long?
Sarah: I've worked here for a year. It's a great company.
John: That's good to hear. I was very happy to be hired.
Sarah: We're very glad to have you! I'll let you get settled, but let me know if you need
anything.
John: Thanks!
Sarah: You're welcome.
Dialogue 2
Receptionist: Good morning! How are you today?
Mr. Jones: Good morning. I'm fine, thank you!
Receptionist: How can I help you today?
Mr. Jones: I have an appointment with Dr. Walters scheduled for 9:30.
Receptionist: Can I have your name, please?
Mr. Jones: Michael Jones.
Receptionist: Thank you. Dr. Walters is running a little behind today.
Mr. Jones: That's fine. I can wait a few extra minutes.
Receptionist: Alright. You can take a seat over there in the waiting area. Would you mind
updating some personal information on this paperwork?
Mr. Jones: No, problem. I'll have this back to you as soon as I can.
Receptionist: Thank you. We'll call your name as soon as Dr. Walters is ready.
Dialogue 3
Jim: Hey, buddy! What's up?
Ryan: What's up, man. How've you been?
Jim: Great. I just got back from playing basketball. You should have come
.Ryan: I wish that I could have been there. I had to work earlier today.
Jim: Oh. That's a bummer. We'll make sure to invite you next time.
Ryan: Awesome, thanks!
Jim: Well, see you around!
Ryan: Later, man!
1) Based on the three dialogues, which conversation is the most informal?
a) Dialogue 1
b) Dialogue 2
c) Dialogue 3
d) Not enough information
2) Based on Dialogue 1, John is:
a) Sarah's boss
b) A customer
c) The mailman
d) An employee
3) Based on Dialogue 1: Sarah is willing to offer John:
a) Assistance
b) A free lunch
c) A job
d) A ride home
4) Where does Dialogue 2 take place?
a) A supermarket
b) A pharmacy
c) A school
d) A doctor's office
5) At what time of day does Dialogue 2 most likely occur?
a) 9:25 a.m.
b) 9:45 a.m.
c) 3:00 p.m.
d) 9:30 p.m.
6) Based on the Dialogue 3, Jim and Ryan are probably:
a) Coworkers
b) Friends
c) Strangers
d) Siblings