Practice English Dialogue

English Dialogue Practice:1 The City and the Country David: How do you like living in a big city? Maria: I like it so much more than living in the country. There are many things that make it better. David: Oh, really? Can you give me some examples? Maria: Well, it certainly is more interesting out in the city than it is in the country. There is so much more to do and see! David: Yes, but the city is more dangerous than the country. Maria: That's true. People in the city aren't as open and friendly as those in the countryside, and the streets aren't as safe. David: I'm sure that the country is more relaxed, too! Maria: Yes, the city is busier than the country. However, the country feels much slower than the city. David: I think that's a good thing! Maria: Oh, I don't. The country is so boring! Being in the country is much more boring than being in the city. David: How about the cost of living? Is the country cheaper than the city? Maria: Oh, yes. Living in the city is more expensive than in the country. David: Life in the country is also much healthier than in the city. Maria: Yes, it's cleaner and less dangerous in the country. But, the city is so much more exciting. It's faster, crazier and more fun. David: I think you are crazy for moving to the city. Maria: Well, I'm young now. Maybe when I'm married and have children I'll move back to the country.

English Dialogue Practice:2 What's in Your Office? David: I've got a new office now… Maria: That's great! Congratulations. David: I'll need a desk and some cabinets. How many cabinets are there in your office? Maria: I think there are four cabinets in my office. David: And do you have any furniture in your office? I mean other than the chair at your desk. Maria: Oh yes, I've got a sofa and two comfortable armchairs. David: Are there any tables in your office? Maria: Yes, I've got a table in front of the sofa. David: Is there a computer in your office? Maria: Oh yes, I keep a laptop on my desk next to the phone. David: Are there any flowers or plants in your office? Maria: Yes, there are a few plants near the window. David: Where's your sofa? Maria: The sofa is in front of the window, between the two armchairs. David: Thanks a lot for your help, Maria. This gives me a good idea of how to arrange my office. Maria: My pleasure. Good luck with your decorating!

English Dialogue Practice:4 "What Were You Doing?" Betsy: I telephoned you yesterday afternoon but you didn't answer? Where were you? Brian: I was in another room when you called. I didn't hear the phone ringing until it was too late. Betsy: What were you working on? Brian: I was photocopying a report that I needed to send to a client. What were you doing when you telephoned? Betsy: I was looking for Tom and couldn't find him. Do you know where he was? Brian: Tom was driving to a meeting. Betsy: Oh, I see. What did you do yesterday? Brian: I met the representatives from Driver's in the morning. In the afternoon, I worked on the report and was just finishing when you telephoned. What did you do Betsy: Well, at 9 I had a meeting with Ms. Anderson. After that, I did some research. Brian: Sounds like a boring day! Betsy: Yes, I don't really like doing research. But it needs to be done. Brian: I agree with you on that—no research,no business! Betsy: Tell me about the report. What do you think of it? Brian: I think the report is a good. Tom believes it's good, too. Betsy: I know that every report you write is excellent. Brian: Thank you Betsy, you are always a good friend!

English Dialogue Practice:3 Interviewer: Thank you for taking some time off from your busy schedule to answer a few questions about your life! Tom: It's my pleasure. Interviewer: Could you tell us about an average day in your life? Tom: Sure. I get up early, at 7 in the morning, then I have breakfast. After breakfast, I go to the gym. Interviewer: Are you studying anything now? Tom: Yes, I'm learning dialogue for a new film called "The Man About Town". Interviewer: What do you do in the afternoon? Tom: First I have lunch, then I go to the studio and shoot some scenes. Interviewer: Which scene are you working on today? Tom: I'm acting out a scene about an angry lover. Interviewer: That's very interesting. What do you do in the evening? Tom: In the evening, I go home and have dinner and study my scripts. Interviewer: Do you go out at night? Tom: Not always, I like going out at weekends. Interviewer: Let's talk about your career. How many films have you made? Tom: That's a hard question. I think I've made more than 50 films! Interviewer: Wow. That's a lot! How many years have you been an actor? Tom: I've been an actor since I was ten years old. In other words, I've been an actor for twenty years. Interviewer: That's impressive. Do you have any future projects? Tom: Yes, I do. I'm going to focus on making a few documentaries next year. Interviewer: That sounds great. Do you have any plans beyond that? Tom: Well, I'm not sure. Maybe I will become a film director and maybe I'll just retire. Interviewer: Oh, please don't retire! We love your films! Tom: That's very kind of you. I'm sure I'll make a few more films. Interviewer: That's good to hear. Thank you for the interview. Tom: Thank you.