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1.---Can you come to a party on Saturday, peter? ---Oh, what a pity! I¡¯m already going out, I¡¯m afraid.

2.--- How is your table tennis these days? Still playing? --- No, not much. I just don¡¯t seem to find the time these days.

3.---I can drive you home.---That would be great, but are you sure it¡¯s not too much trouble?

4.---Hello Jenny, can I see Ms. Lewis?---Just a minute. I¡¯ll tell you¡¯re here.

5.---Hi, John. Are you busy? ---No. What¡¯s up?

6.---Sorry, I forgot to lock the door.---Nothing serious. Mike can do it later.

7.---Why don¡¯t you consider a trip to, say, Beijing or Hangzhou? ---I wouldn¡¯t mind that.

8.---Sorry, Liz. I think I was a bit rude to you.---Forget it, but don¡¯t do that again!

9.---Jack, you seem excited.---Guess what? I won the first prize in the English speech contest.

10.---Let¡¯s go to the New Year¡¯s Eve party, shall we? ---Why not? I guess it will be fun.

11.---Sir, could I hand in my homework a bit late? ---Well, all right, since you¡¯ve been unwell these days.

12.---Jim, can you work this Sunday? ---Why me? I¡¯ve been working two weeks on end.

13.---Hi, Dr Brown! I¡¯m a little early. Should I wait outside? ---No. Come on in.

14.---Why didn¡¯t you invite John to your birthday party? ---Well, you know he¡¯s a wet blanket.

15.---I¡¯m sorry I made a mistake! ---Take it easy. Nobody is perfect.

16.---Are you sure you won¡¯t come for a drink with us? ---All right then, if you insist

17.---Would you mind answering some questions on shopping habits?---No, as long as it doesn¡¯t take long

18.---How did your interview with the manager go? ---I¡¯m not sure. He seemed interested in my experience, but he didn¡¯t ask for references.

19.---The T shirt I received is not the same as is shown online.---How come? But I promise you we¡¯ll look into it right away.

20.---Thank you for the flowers.---It¡¯s all right. I thought they might cheer you up.

21.---Thanks a lot for your book. I found it very interesting.---It is nothing. I¡¯m glad you enjoyed it.

22.---What do you think of the house? ---perfect! It¡¯s everything we¡¯ve been looking for.

23.---I¡¯m afraid you have the wrong number.---Sorry! I hope I didn¡¯t bother you.

24.--- How far can you run without stopping?---I have no idea. I¡¯ve never tried.

25.--- This is a really lively party. There¡¯s a great atmosphere, isn¡¯t there?---Yes, indeed. The hosts know how to host a party.

26.---I¡¯m tired. I¡¯m taking next week off.---Great idea, honey. You do need a break.

27.---Shall we go for a drink at one o¡¯clock this afternoon? ---Sorry, I can¡¯t make it. Will two o¡¯clock be OK?

28.---I feel so nervous about the National English Speech Competition tomorrow.---Take it easy.

29.---I¡¯m going to Venice next week.---You¡¯re lucky. Carnival will be held then. Have fun!

30.---Mary¡¯s been offered a job in a university, but she doesn¡¯t want to take it.---How why? It¡¯s a very good chance.

31.---Would you like a glass of wine? ---No, thanks, I don¡¯t drink.

32.---Forgotten something? I can keep an eye on your kids if you want to go and get it.---Well, I can do without it. Thank you all the same.

33.---Hey, can I ask you a favor? ---Sure, what can I do for you?

34.---Excuse me, but could I trouble you for some change? ---Let me see. Will pennies do?

35.---The Modern Art Exhibition in the City Museum has been cancelled.---Oh, no! It¡¯s a pity

36.--- I¡¯m terribly sorry to interrupt, but may I use your phone? It¡¯s rather urgent.--- Yes, of course

37.---Excuse me. How much is the shirt? ---50 each

38.---Goodbye, John. Come back again sometime.---Sure. I will.

39.---I¡¯m sorry for being late. I should have phoned you earlier.---That¡¯s all right .I¡¯ve just arrived.

40.---The trip shouldn¡¯t take more than an hour.---You must be joking .It is at least two hours.

41.---Try not to work yourself too hard. Take it easy.---Thanks. You, too.

42.---What shall we do tonight then? ---It¡¯s up to you whatever you want.

43.---You have to believe in yourself. No one else will, if you don¡¯t.---I couldn¡¯t agree more. Confidence is really important.

44.---Can I have a day off tomorrow, Mr. Johnson? ---Of course. I can manage without you.

45.---Which one of these do you want? ---I don¡¯t mind. Either will do.

46.--- Sorry I¡¯m late. I got stuck in traffic.---Never mind. You¡¯re here now. Come in and sit down.

47.---What are you going to do this weekend? ---It depends. If time permits, I may go to Shanghai with my friends.

48.--- Is there anything else to discuss?---No, that¡¯s all. I guess.

49.---Don¡¯t worry, Mum. The doctor said it was only the flu.---What a relief ! I¡¯ll tell Dad there¡¯s nothing serious.

50.---I love the Internet. I¡¯ve come to know many friends on the Net.--- It¡¯s not the case. Few of them would become your real friends.

51.---May I help you? You seem to be having some problems.---It¡¯s all right, thanks. I think I can manage.

52.---Artistic people can be very difficult sometimes.---Well, you married one. You should know.

53.---We could invite John and Barbara to the Friday night party.---Yes, why not? I¡¯ll give them a call right now.

54.---Did you forget about my birthday? ---How could I? I¡¯ve booked a table at Michel¡¯s restaurant for this evening.

55.---So you gave her your phone?---Not exactly she said she¡¯d return it to me when she could afford her own.

56.---I¡¯m sorry I broken the vase.---Oh, that¡¯s all right. It wasn¡¯t very expensive.

57.---Are you going to Tom¡¯s birthday party?---It depends. I might have to work.

58.---We need three single rooms for the first week in June.---No problem. The hotel¡¯s not busy then.

59.---You could always put the decisions off a little bit longer.--- Do you think so? If I leave it much longer I might miss my chance.

60.---Oh, you sounded just like a native.---Well, not quite, I still have trouble expressing myself.

61.---You can have a pet dog, but suppose you get bored with it in a few days? How come£¿---We won¡¯t, we promise!

62.---We got here Tuesday afternoon.---You did? Why didn¡¯t you call us earlier?

63.---Linda didn¡¯t invite us to the party.---So what? I don¡¯t care.

64.---I¡¯m sorry I didn¡¯t make it to your party last night.---That¡¯s all night, I know you¡¯re busy these days.

65.---Can I come and have a look at your new house? ---Yes, by all means!

66.---I don¡¯t think I¡¯ll be able to go mountain-climbing tomorrow.---How come?

67.---I¡¯m sorry I didn¡¯t finish it on time.---Thanks anyway.

68.---How could you be so rude as to walk in here in the middle of my class? ---Never again

69.---I need to advertise for a roommate for next term.---Why bother? Mary is interested.

70.---Just a moment. I haven¡¯t finished packing my suitcase.---Hurry up. It¡¯s high time we left for the airport.

71.---Jack, you seem in high spirits.--Guess what? We won the match 4-0.

72.---Are you going to take part in the speech contest? ---That¡¯s for sure. It¡¯s too good an opportunity to miss.

73.---Do you have Mary¡¯s phone number? ---Sorry, I can¡¯t remember it

74.---I probably shouldn¡¯t have any more cake.---Oh, go ahead. It won¡¯t kill you.

75.---My teacher says she¡¯s canceling the class play. I just can¡¯t understand.

76.---Do you know if Linda is willing to take charge of the program? ---It doesn¡¯t hurt to ask, does it?

77.---Would you like me to give you a lift? ---That would be great !please drop me off at the library

78.--- Do you enjoy your present job? ---Not really. I just do it for a living.

79.---Do you think you could do without help?---Don¡¯t worry. This is not the first time for me.

80.--- Her father is very rich.---So what? She wouldn¡¯t accept his help even if it were offered.

81.---Excuse me, I wonder if you can help me?---Sure. What is it?

82.---professor Johnson, I¡¯m afraid I can¡¯t finish the report within this week. That¡¯s OK. How about next week?

83.---Everybody is going to climb the mountain. Can I go too, mom? ---I¡¯m afraid not. Wait till you are old enough, dear.

84.---Was he sorry for what he¡¯d done? ---Not really

85.---Do you think their table tennis team will win the first place at the coming Asian Games?---By no means. Ours is much stronger than theirs.

86.---What¡¯s the noise? It sounds as if it comes from upstairs.---I don¡¯t think so. It must be the window-cleaner working, next door.

87.---What a fine day! Shall we go picnicking? ---That¡¯s great. But we need to be home before six o¡¯clock for the football match..

88.---Is it all right if I keep this photo? ---I¡¯m afraid not.

89.---Can I help you? Are you looking for anything in particular today? ---No, thank you. We¡¯re just looking.

90.---I¡¯ll do the washing-up. Jack, would you please do the floors? ---Yes, sure.

91.---Honey, let¡¯s go out for dinner.---That¡¯s great! I don¡¯t have to cook.

92.---Have you played baseball before? We need one more player.---Not really. I like ball games, so I believe it will be to learn baseball.

93.---Would she mind playing against her former teammates? ---Not likely! She is willing to play against any tough players.

94.---Here¡¯s your change.---Thank you.

95.---I¡¯m sorry. That wasn¡¯t of much help.---Oh, sure it was. As a matter of fact, it was most helpful.

96.---Could you be so kind as to close the window? ---With pleasure.

97.---Bruce, I really appreciate your handwriting.---Thank you very much.

98.---Thank you for your Mp4 player. I¡¯ll get Mary to take it to you soon.---No hurry. I¡¯ve bought a new one.

99.---May I open the window to let in some fresh air? ---Go ahead!

100.£­It looks heavy. Can I give you a hand? ---No, thanks .

101.---John and I will celebrate our fortieth wedding anniversary next month.---Oh, congratulations!

102.---poor Steve! I could hardly recognize him just now!---Me neither, He has changed so much.

103.---Shall we have our picnic tomorrow?---If it doesn¡¯t rain.

104.---My mother is preparing my favorite dishes. Go with me and have a taste, okay?---I¡¯d love to .And I¡¯ll be glad to meet your parents.

105.---Have you finished your first paper?---Not yet. Just half of it. How about you?

106.---Would you please help me with the box?---With pleasure.

107.---We¡¯re organizing a party next Saturday, and I¡¯d like you to come.---What a pity! I have another one that day. Thank you just the same.

108.---putting on a happy face not only helps us make friends but also makes us feel better.---I¡¯m with you on that.

109.£­Hey, you haven¡¯t been acting like yourself, Everything OK?£­I¡¯m fine, thanks.

110.£­Do you want another drink?£­I wouldn¡¯t say no.

111.---Ken, I hate to say this, but your TV is going too loud.---Oh, I¡¯m sorry. I¡¯ll turn it down right now.

112.---Do you mind my opening the window? It¡¯s a bit hot in here.---Yes, I do, as a matter of fact.

113.---Bill, can I get you anything to drink?---I wouldn¡¯t mind a coffee .

114.---Would you like to join me for a quick lunch before class?---I¡¯d like to, but I promised Nancy to go out with her.

115.---Sorry, I made a mistake again.---Never mind. practice more and you¡¯ll succeed.

116.---Do you know Anna¡¯s telephone number?---I¡¯m afraid not. As a matter of fact, I don¡¯t know any Anna, either.

117.---Could I ask you a rather personal question?---Sure, go ahead.

118.--- I just can¡¯t stop worrying about the result of the job interview.---Relax. There¡¯s nothing you can do now but wait.

119.---How much do I owe you for lunch?---Forget it. It¡¯s nothing.

120.---Good evening. Huangshan Hotel.---Good evening. Do you still have a room for tonight?

121.---I think you¡¯d better type this letter again before Mr. Smith sees it.---Oh, dear! Is it as bad as that?

122.---The floor is dirty. Can anyone clean it?---Not me again. I do it all the time.

123.---Let¡¯s go for a walk in the garden.---Good idea, but I need to do the washing up.

124.---Can you show me Mr. Jaffer¡¯s office, please?---Sure. But I don¡¯t know if he is in at the moment.

125.---I am afraid I can¡¯t return the book to you before Friday.---Take your time.

126.---Are you all right? ---I think so.

127.---Shall we go out for dinner tonight?---That sounds great.

128.---Would you like to join us in the game?---I¡¯m afraid not, for I have something important to attend to.

129.---Did you have a good time in Thailand last week?---Not really, it was too hot.

130.---My name is Jonathan. Shall I spell it for you?---If you don¡¯t mind.

131.---I can¡¯t repair these until tomorrow, I¡¯m afraid.---That¡¯s OK, there¡¯s no hurry.

132.---It shouldn¡¯t take long to clear up after the party if we all volunteer to help.---That¡¯s right. Many hands make light work.

133.---We have booked a room for today and tomorrow.---I¡¯ll check.ª¤

134.---Would you like some more tea£¿---Just a little, please.

135.---Turn off the TV, Jack. Shouldn¡¯t you be doing your homework now? ---Mum, just ten more minutes, please.ª¤

136.---You may not have played very well today, but at least you¡¯ve got through to the next round and tomorrow is another day.

137.---You should apologize to her, Barry.---I suppose so, but it¡¯s not going to be easy.ª¤

138.---Excuse me, do you have the time? ---A quarter to ten.ª¤

139.---Dad, can we go to the shop£¿I want to buy some sweets.---Forget it. Can¡¯t you see I¡¯m busy at the moment?

140.---So even if we have enough money, we still can¡¯t get the project started.---My point exactly.

141.---Are you sure you will be back for the class get-together next weekend£¿---You bet!

142.---Waiter, may I have the bill, please?---Wait a minute, sir. That¡¯s $ 80 altogether.

143.---Don¡¯t you feel cold, Tim? You wear such a jacket in a day at -5¡æ---Not in the least. I¡¯m boiling.

144.£­Shelly was late for the oral class this morning.---How come? As far as I know, he never came late to class.

145.---I¡¯d like to make an appointment with Doctor Smith. Would 9:00 tomorrow be all right?---I¡¯m afraid not. Her schedule is full in the morning.

146.---The railway station, please. I have to be there in ten minutes.---I can¡¯t promise, but I¡¯ll do my best.

147.--- You should get a new job, stop smoking, and have a healthier lifestyle.---Easier said than done.

148.---You must find one exam after another very tiring.---Not in the leas. In fact, they offered me good chances to apply what I had learned.

149.---Could I borrow your car for a while? ---By all means. I won¡¯t use it today.

150.---Mary, you water the plants in the garden and I will cook the dinner.---OK, that¡¯s settled.

151.---Shall we walk around the park or go for a bike ride? ---It makes no difference to me they are both good activities to me.

152.---Anything else to be done? ---No. That¡¯s it.

153.--- Whenever you are short of money, just come to me.---Do you really mean it?

154.---Thanks for your help, but can you do me one more favor, please? ---At your service, Sir. What¡¯s it then?

155.---Jack isn¡¯t a football coach, is he?---No, but he was.

156.---You¡¯re going to publish my book. Are you serious? ---Yes, I have never been more serious. It¡¯s to be published next month.

157.---Excuse me, can you spare me a few minutes? ---What¡¯s up?

158.---Have you paid the rent of the house? ---The rent of the house? That isn¡¯t due yet.

159.---Better get down to your work, Jack.---Mind your own business.

160.---The man has great determination and never gives up halfway.---It is the same with you.

161.---You¡¯re not angry then? ---Far from it. I¡¯ve never laughed so much in my life.

162.---Oh, come on. Just come to the point. Nothing can beat me.---Well, to be frank, you should rewrite your essay.

163.---Jenny, I think I¡¯ll just have some coffee for a change.---Help yourself. The coffee I bought yesterday is in the cupboard.

164.---Shall I give you a ride as it is so late? ---Thank you. It couldn¡¯t be better.

165.---He eventually realized his own fault and wanted to reform.---Never too late to mend.

166.---Sue, see, what did I find?--- Oh , my lost keys !I can¡¯t thank you enough.

167.---I¡¯m taking my mathematics test tomorrow morning.---Good luck!

168.---The apple tastes very nice. Could I have another apple, Sir? ---Be my guest.

169.---This free gift doesn¡¯t look good.---No offence, madam, but if you want good quality, you have to pay for it.

170.---Do remember to charge the battery 12 hours when you first use it.---Got it.

171.---Tom, I¡¯m sorry to say that I can¡¯t go to watch tonight¡¯s match with you, for I have to prepare for the coming exam.---Don¡¯t be a wet blanket. Have some fun!

172.---I really had a good journey in the summer holiday.---I¡¯m glad to hear that.

173.---OK, $ 500, but that is my last offer.---OK, it¡¯s a deal.

174.---May I sit in the chair near the window?---By no means. The paint on it is wet.

175.---My neighbor plays loud music late at night.---That¡¯s annoying. You really should talk to him about it.

176.---Well, my daughters take great interest in most of the food on the menu.---Thanks.

177.---Shall I take your order?---Salad, fried fish, chips and orange juice, please.

178.---Going to work today, Mum?---No. It¡¯s my day off today.

179.---You¡¯re going to have a rise this month, aren¡¯t you?---Yes, only $100.

180.---Will you go to see Harry potter with me tonight? I have two tickets.---Thank you, but I¡¯d rather not, for my mother is ill at home.

181.---If only there were no examinations!---I couldn¡¯t agree more. We all need more rest.

182.---Thank you for your Mp4, I¡¯ll return it as soon as I can.---No hurry. I¡¯ve got a new one from my uncle.

183.---Why didn¡¯t you turn up at my sister¡¯s wedding ceremony?---But I did.

184.---We enjoyed ourselves at the party. Thanks again.---Nice having you here. Just drop in whenever you feel like it.

185.---Do you drink? ---Not too much. It¡¯s years since I drank.