It was dreadfully cold; it was snowing fast, and was almost dark, as evening came on—the last evening of the year. In the cold and the darkness, there went along…

1 A: Listen, I've got some tickets for a great play on Sunday night. Are you free, Melanie? B: Sunday night? Yeah, I'm free. What kind of play is it?…

            3 A: Excuse me, these headphones don't seem to be working properly. B: Really? Are you hearing any sound at all? A: Yes, but…

Kristin: You know, we’ve been talkin’ about vegetarianism but being a vegan is a whole different story. Joe: Yeah, you’re right, I mean it’s a totally different ball game, for…

1 A: I wonder if I could change my seat. B: Oh, is there something wrong with it? A:  Well, I can't see the TV screen very well from where…

5 I finally bought myself a bicycle. It's a great way to keep fit. I think it's better than going to a health club. It took me a long time…

Joe: Hey, Peter came to me today to let me know that he’s decided to become a vegetarian. Kristin: Oh, really, that’s great. Joe: Yeah, he told me he’s finally…

On Christmas Eve the Mayor's stately mansion presented a beautiful appearance. There were rows of different coloured wax candles burning in every window, and beyond them one could see the…

3 I used to play both tennis and volleyball, but I play mainly volleyball now. I think it's a lot more fun. I thought tennis was very tiring. It was…

1 I used to lift weights but I didn't really enjoy it, so that's when I started swimming. Now I do it about twice a week. It's much more fun.…