Kevin and Dorothy are talking about making excuses.

1. How would you give an excuse for being late for work?
   1. I’m terribly sorry, but I missed the bus.
   2. I was late because my car broke down.
   3. Your answer:
2. How would you give an excuse for not being able to go to the movies with your friend?
   1. I wish I could, but I’m busy studying for a test.
   2. Is it possible for us to go another day?
   3. Your answer:
3. What is an example of a lame excuse?
   1. I forgot your birthday because I was on vacation.
   2. I don’t want to go outside because it’s too cold.
   3. Your answer:
4. How would you give an honest excuse?
   1. I’m sorry, but I don’t feel well.
   2. I wish I could go, but I’m busy cleaning the house.
   3. Your answer:
5. How would you make an excuse for someone else?
   1. She can’t afford to go on vacation because it’s too expensive.
   2. He can’t go because he’s tired.
   3. Your answer:

1. Tell me about a time you made an excuse.
2. Why do some people give lame excuses?
3. What’s a good reason not to go to work?
4. Are people always honest when they make excuses? Why or why not?
5. Have you ever made an excuse for someone else? Why or why not?

Dorothy and Kevin are talking about the past.

1. Tell me about a blast from your past.
   1. I went water skiing with my friends one time. It was an awesome time.
   2. My friends and I played a game called Dungeons and Dragons almost every Saturday night.
   3. Your answer:
2. Tell me a memory you have while growing up.
   1. I remember going camping with my family.
   2. I have lots of memories. The one I remember the most is the neighborhood I lived in.
   3. Your answer:
3. Tell me something you did last year.
   1. I lived in Thailand for 4 months.
   2. I graduated from high school.
   3. Your answer:
4. Tell me an important person in your life that passed away.
   1. My grandfather passed away twenty-eight years ago.
   2. My friend passed away five years ago.
   3. Your answer:
5. How would you express an event that happened in the past?
   1. Five years ago I went to Chile.
   2. I got married one year ago.
   3. Your answer:

1. Why do people lose their memories?
2. Does your family have reunions? Why or why not?
3. Have you ever traveled abroad? If yes, where? If no, would you like to and where?
4. Do you think time flies? Why or why not?
5. What is your happiest memory?

Dorothy and Kevin are talking about concerns.

1. What would you say to someone who looked under the weather?
   1. You look tired. Are you okay?
   2. Is everything okay?
   3. Your answer:
2. If someone said they were sick, what would you say to them?
   1. I hope you feel better.
   2. I’m worried about you. Did you see a doctor?
   3. Your answer:
3. What are some things that are stressful?
   1. Driving in a big city is stressful.
   2. Seeing my parents sick is stressful.
   3. Your answer:
4. What are some health issues people have?
   1. High blood pressure is a health issue.
   2. Some people have heart attacks.
   3. Your answer:
5. What are some common concerns people in your country have?
   1. There are some concerns about the upcoming presidential election.
   2. Medical insurance is a concern.
   3. Your answer:

1. What do you worry about?
2. Why do people express concern for other people?
3. What are some issues you have with your job or school?
4. What do people say in your country to people who are sick?
5. What is stressful for you?

Kevin and Dorothy are talking about saying sorry.

1. What would you say if you hurt someone’s feelings?
   1. Please forgive me for yelling at you.
   2. I’m very sorry I forgot our anniversary.
   3. Your answer:
2. What would you say if you caused a car accident?
   1. The accident was my fault. Sorry for not stopping at the stop sign.
   2. I’m so sorry for hitting your car.
   3. Your answer:
3. What would you say if you were late for class?
   1. Excuse me for being late, but my car would not start.
   2. My apologies for being late for class. I missed the bus.
   3. Your answer:
4. What would you say if you were late for a meeting?
   1. Please accept my apologies for arriving late. The traffic was bad.
   2. So sorry for being late. I got lost driving to the customer’s office.
   3. Your answer:
5. What would you say if you forgot your wedding anniversary?
   1. Oh my god, honey! Please forgive me for not remembering our anniversary.
   2. I’m so sorry, dear! I forgot about our anniversary today. There are no excuses!
   3. Your answer:

1. Why is it important to say you’re sorry?
2. Can you tell me something you were sorry for?
3. What excuses do people use when they are late for work?
4. How can people be impolite?
5. Is it easy to forgive people for doing something bad to you? Why or why not?

Dorothy and Kevin are thanking each other.

1. How would you say thank you to a friend who helped you move to another apartment?
   1. I appreciate this more than you know.
   2. I’m so grateful.
   3. Your answer:
2. How would you say thank you to somebody who opened the door for you?
   1. Thank you very much.
   2. Thanks for opening the door for me.
   3. Your answer:
3. How would you say thank you to your parents for always supporting you?
   1. I will never forget what you have done.
   2. Thanks a ton for supporting me.
   3. Your answer:
4. How would you say thank you to a classmate who helped you with your homework?
   1. I really appreciate it.
   2. Thanks a lot for your help.
   3. Your answer:
5. How would you say thank you to somebody who gave their seat to you on a bus?
   1. Thank you kindly.
   2. Thanks for giving me your seat.
   3. Your answer:

1. Are there a lot of ways to say thank you in your language? If yes, are they similar to the ways in English?
2. Why is it important to thank people?
3. Should people say thank you more often? Why or why not?
4. How do you feel when someone thanks you?
5. When is the best time to teach a child to say thank you? Why?

Kevin and Dorothy are talking about joining the gym.

1. What’s the fee for a gym membership?
   1. The fee for a one-year gym membership is $25 per month.
   2. We have different fees. For example, a monthly gym membership costs $30.
   3. Your answer:
2. What kind of exercise equipment do you have?
   1. We have both free weights and exercise machines.
   2. We only have free weights, but we will be getting machines soon.
   3. Your answer:
3. What type of fitness programs do you have?
   1. We have aerobic programs to help you get into shape.
   2. We have programs to help you lose weight and get fit.
   3. Your answer:
4. How do I sign up for a membership?
   1. You need to fill out this application with your personal information.
   2. You need to complete this application and pay for your gym membership.
   3. Your answer:
5. How many times per week should you go to the gym?
   1. It’s best to ask your personal trainer.
   2. You should go to the gym and workout at least three times per week.
   3. Your answer:

1. Do you have a gym membership? Why or why not?
2. Which do you like better, free weights or exercise machines? Why?
3. What do you do to get into shape?
4. What are some other things that require an application?
5. What are some other things that require a fee?

Dorothy and Kevin are talking about the difference between cultures.

1. How do you feel or how do you think you would feel in another culture?
   1. I experienced culture shock when I was in Thailand. It was a different way of living.
   2. I think I would feel different, especially if I noticed how they used body language.
   3. Your answer:
2. What do you think is important about visiting another country?
   1. In my opinion, you should try to speak their language.
   2. I think it’s really important to respect another country’s culture, beliefs, and values.
   3. Your answer:
3. How should people act when they come to your country?
   1. When meeting somebody new in my country, it’s important to make eye contact.
   2. It’s important not to stare at another person. It shows disrespect.
   3. Your answer:
4. What are some signs of culture shock?
   1. When a person doesn’t like the food of another country.
   2. I think when a person starts to feel sad and lonely, especially without family.
   3. Your answer:
5. Which country would you like to visit and why?
   1. I would love to travel to Iceland because I heard the landscapes are beautiful.
   2. I want to go to South Korea because I heard the street food is delicious.
   3. Your answer:

1. What do you think is interesting about your culture?
2. Describe the way people greet each other in your culture.
3. What don’t you like about your culture?
4. Tell me some of the typical food in your culture.
5. Do you use body language in your culture? If yes, tell me about it.

Kevin and Dorothy are talking about likes and dislikes.

1. Do you like or dislike flying in an airplane?
   1. I hate flying in airplanes because I’m afraid.
   2. I love flying in airplanes because it’s exciting.
   3. Your answer:
2. Do you like or dislike football?
   1. I loathe football because my brothers are always watching it on TV.
   2. I’m crazy about football, and my favorite team is Manchester United.
   3. Your answer:
3. Do you like or dislike exercising?
   1. I detest exercising, but I do it to stay healthy.
   2. I’m crazy about exercising, and I go to the gym every day.
   3. Your answer:
4. Do you like or dislike pasta?
   1. I enjoy eating pasta on occasion.
   2. I love eating pasta, especially spaghetti.
   3. Your answer:
5. Do you like or dislike flowers?
   1. I can’t stand flowers because I’m allergic to them.
   2. I adore flowers because they are so beautiful.
   3. Your answer:

1. Do you like or dislike music? Why or why not?
2. Do you like or dislike when people snore? Why or why not?
3. Do you like or dislike when people bite their nails? Why or why not?
4. Do you like or dislike reading books? Why or why not?
5. Do you like or dislike pets? Why or why not?

Kevin and Dorothy are talking about favorite movies.

1. What do you like about going to the movie theater?
   1. I love eating movie theater popcorn.
   2. Watching a movie on a big screen is awesome.
   3. Your answer:
2. What’s your favorite genre?
   1. I like to laugh, so I like comedies.
   2. Action movies are my favorite because they’re exciting.
   3. Your answer:
3. Would you like to be a movie director?
   1. No, because I think it’s a hard job.
   2. Yes, because I would like to direct a famous movie someday.
   3. Your answer:
4. Would you like to be a famous movie star?
   1. No, because I’m a shy person and I don’t like to be in front of cameras.
   2. I would love to be a movie star! They make lots of money.
   3. Your answer:
5. If you were asked to be in a scene in a movie, would you do it?
   1. I would definitely do it! I would like to see myself on the big screen.
   2. I would have to think about it first, but I probably would.
   3. Your answer:

1. What movie is your favorite? Why?
2. Who is your favorite actor? Why?
3. Who is your favorite actress? Why?
4. Do you like going to the cinema? Why or why not?

Dorothy and Kevin are talking about eating at her favorite restaurant.

1. Waiter: “Are you ready to order?”
   1. Yes! For an appetizer, I will have the chicken wings and for the main course, I will have the T-bone steak with french fries.
   2. I’m going to only have an appetizer.
   3. Your answer:
2. Waitress: “How is everything?”
   1. So far the meal is delicious, especially the appetizers.
   2. The appetizers were ok, but the steak is delicious.
   3. Your answer:
3. Waiter: “Did you save room for dessert?”
   1. Of course, I saved room for dessert! I want a chocolate cake with peanut butter icing.
   2. I will pass on dessert. I’m too full from the appetizers and main course.
   3. Your answer:
4. Waitress: “Can I get you anything else?”
   1. No, just bring us the check, please.
   2. I will take a doggie bag and the check, please.
   3. Your answer:
5. Waiter: “Do you need some more time to order?”
   1. We need a little more time to decide.
   2. I’m ready to order now.
   3. Your answer:

1. Tell me about your favorite restaurant.
2. What is your favorite cuisine? Why?
3. Have you ever footed the bill? If yes, why? If no, would you?
4. Do you take leftover food from a restaurant home? Why or why not?
5. Tell me about a time you had bad service in a restaurant.