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1、,美国英语情景会话American Situational Conversations(1).Introductios and Opening ConversationsPeople in the United States dont always shake hands when they are introduced to one another. However, in a formal or business situation people almost always shake hands.1.A: Mary, this is Joes brother David.B; Im ve
2、ry glad to meet you.C: Its a pleasure to meet you.B: How do you like Texas so far?C: Its really different from what I expected.B: Dont worry. Youll get used to it in no time.2.A: Mrs. Smith, Id like to introduce a friend of mine, Pierre Dubois.B: How do you do?C: Hello.B: Whats your impression of th
3、e United States?C: Well, I cant get over how different the weather is here.B: Oh, youll get used to it soon!3.A: Wendy, Id like you to meet my brother Sam.B: Hi.C: Nice to meet you.B: What do you think of Dallas?C: Well, Im still feeling a little homesick and so many things seem strange to me.B: You
4、re bound to feel that way at first, I guess.4.A: Mrs.Hughs, this is Peter Brown.B: Pleased to meet you.C: How do you do?B: I hope youre enjoying your stay here.C: If it werent for the climate, Id like it here very much.B: It always takes time to get used to a new place.(2).Special GreetingsThere are
5、 eight national holidays celebrated in the United States: New YearsDay(Jan.), Washingtons Birthday (Feb.), Memorial Day(May), the Fourth of July, Labor Day(Sep.),Veterans Day(Nav.),Thanksgiving(Nov.) and Christmas(Dec.), In addition, there are many state and local holidays.1. A: Merry Christmas!B: T
6、he same to you!A: Are you doing anyting special?B: Were having some friends over. What are you doing?A: Oh, Im just going to take it easy.2. A: Happy New Year!B: Thank you! Same to you.A: Have you got any plans?B: Ive been invited over to la friends. And you?A: My reemmates having a party.3. A: Have
7、 a nice Thanksgiving!B: Same to you!A: Are you going anywhere?B: I thought about going to my sisters. How about you?A: Oh, Ill probably just stay at home.4. A: Have a nice weekend!B: Thanks. You too!A: Do you have any plans?B: Well, my familys away and I cant afford to do much. What about you?A: Oh,
8、 I havent decided what Im going to do yet.(3).Meeting old friendsMany people shake hands when meeting after they havnt seen each other for a long time.1. A: I havent seen you for ages. You havent been sich, have you?B: No, Ive been in California for the past month.A: How nice. Where were you exactly
9、?B: San Diego. I got back yesterday.2. A: Its nice to see you again. Have you chaged jobs?B: No, Ive been visiting relatives.A: Thats nice. Where?B: I went to visit an uncle of mine in San Francisco.3. A: You havent been around much lately, have you?B: No, Ive been away on vacation.A: Oh? Where were
10、 you?B: Palm Springs. Ive got a cousin there.4. A: Well, hello, stranger! Have you moved or something?B: No, I went to California for a few weeks.A: Oh, really? Where did you go?B: Los Angeles. I stayed with my brother.(4).Saying GoodbyeWhen youre far from friends and family, you can keep in touch w
11、ith them by letters, post cards, short notes or phone calls.1.A: Ive come to say goodbye.B: When are you off?A: Im flying home on Sunday afternoon.B: Well, goodbye. See you soon.A: Please dont forget to say goodbye to the rest of the family for me.2.A: Id like to say goodbye to everyone.B: What time
12、 are you going?A: My plane leaves at 7:25.B; Well, goodbye and have a good trip!A: Goodbye. Remember to look me up if youre ever in Washington.3.A; Im calling to say goodbye.B: When do you leave?A: Im catching the 11:00 train.B: Take care of yourself and dont forget to keep in touch.A: Goodbye. Than
13、ks again for everything.4.A: I just dropped in to say goodbye.B: What time are you leaving?A: Im going to try to leave by 10:00.B: Take care and give my best to your parents.A: Goodbye. Hope to see you again next year.(5).Saying Thank YouWhen someone invites you for dinner, you can bring flowers,can
14、dy or a bottle of wine. Sometimes people send a thank you note to the host or hostess a few days after the event.1.A: Id better be going.B: So soon? Why dont you stay a little longer?A: I wish I could, but its already late.B: Oh, its a shame that you have to leave.A: Thank you for a wonderful meal.B
15、: Im glad you enjoyed it.2.A: I really must be going now.B: But you just got here. Cant you stay a little longer?A: Thats very nice of you, but I really cant.B: Well, its too bad that you have to go.A: Thanks very much. It was a great party!B: It was our pleasure.3.A: I think its about time we got g
16、oing.B: What? Already? Wont you have more coffee?A: Id love to, but I have to get up early tomorrow.B: Oh! Im sorry. I wish you could stay.A: Thank you for a very enjoyable evening.B: Dont mention it. I hope you can come again soon.4.A: I really should be on my way.B: Oh, not yet! At least have one
17、for the road.A: No. Thanks all the same.B: Well, Im sorry you have to leave so early.A: Thank you very much. We really had a good time.B: Well, thank you for coming.(6).Asking People to RepeatAs long as you ask politely, most people do not mind repeating something you didnt hear or understand.1.A: I
18、m sorry, but I didnt catch what you said.B: I said, Do you want me to help you?A: If youre sure youre not in a hurry, I can use a lttle help.B: Would you like me to get you a cab?2.A: I beg your pardon?B: I said, Do you need any help?A: Thats very nice of you. I guess I could use some help.B: Just t
19、ell me what youd like me to do.3.A: What was that?B: I said, Is there anything I can do?A: If its not too much trouble, I would like some help.B: Its no trouble at all. Ill carry this suitcase for you.4.A: Excuse me? I didnt hear what you said.B: I asked you if you wanted some help.A: If you wouldnt
20、 mind, I could use a hand.B: Ill get this bag for you.(7).Asking FavorsWhen you ask for things, it is important to be polite. The intonation that you use in making your request is as important as what you actually say. When you think someone will refuse your request, you can ask the question in such
21、 a way that the refusal does not cause embarrassment.1. A: Is there any chance of my borrowing your type-writer?B: For how long?A: Until the end of the week.B: Yes, I guess that would be all right.2. A: Would you mind if I borrowed your car?B: Well, when exactly?A: Until Monday or Tuesday of next we
22、ek.B: Im sorry, but its just not possible.3. A: Do you think you could lend me some of your records?B: Until when?A: Oh, just over the holidays.B: Im not sure. Ill have to think about it.4. A: I was wondering if youd let me stay with you for a few days.B: It really depends on when.A: Until next week
23、end, if thats OK.B: Let me think it over, and Ill let you know later.(8).Giving ComplimentsFriends often compliment one another on clothes, especially if the clothes are new.1.A: What a beautiful sweater!B: Do you think it looks good on me?A: Yes, and it goes beautifully with your pants.B: You wont
24、believe it, but it was really cheap.A: I wish I could find one just like it.2.A: I like your new coat.B: Do you think it fits OK?A: Yes. It looks terrific!B: I bought it at half price.A: You were lucky to find it.3.A: Thats a very nice jacket.B: Does it really look OK?A: Yes, and I like the color to
25、o. It matches your hat.B: And I got it on sale.A: Thats incredible!4.A: I love that shirt.B: Do you really like it?A: Yes, it fits perfectly.B: It wasnt very expensive either.A: Thats amazing! It sure looks expensive.(9).ApologizingSometimes it is necessary to tell someone bad news gently.1.A: Im af
26、raid I spilled coffee on the tablecloth.B: Oh, dont worry about it.A: I want to apologize. Is there anything I can do?B: Just forget about it. I never did like it anyway.2.A: Im really sorry, but I seem to have misplaced your scarf.B: Oh, thats all right.A: Im very sorry. Can I get you another one?B
27、: No. Forget about it. Its not important.3.A: Im sorry, but I cant find the book you lent me.B: Thats OK.A: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.B: No. Dont be silly. I wouldnt dream of letting you do that.4.A: I feel terrible, but Ive just broken your ashtray.B: Its nothing to get u
28、pset about.A: I dont know what to say. Id like to replace it.B: No. Its out of the question.(10).ComplainingIts a good idea to be as polite as possible even when complaining about something.1.A: I wish you wouldnt play the TV so loud.B: Sorry. Where you trying to sleep?A: Yes, And while I think of i
29、t, please ask when you want to borrow my records.B: Im sorry. Youre right. I should have asked.2.A: Do you think you could keep the noise down?B: Im sorry. Am I keeping you awake?A: Yes. And another thing, would you mind not making long distance calls.B: Im sorry. I thought you wouldnt mind.3.A: Tha
30、t radios pretty loud. Could you turn it down, please?B: Sorry. Was I disturbing you?A: Yes. And something else, please dont borrow my clothes without asking.B: Sorry. I guess I wasnt thinking. I wont do it again.4.A: You dont have to play that record so loud, do you?B: Im sorry. Has it been botherin
31、g you?A: Yes. And please ask me the next time you want to use something.B: Im sorry. I meant to ask you.(11).The weatherA very common way to start a conversation is to talk about the weather. When youre traveling, remember that there is considerable variation in climate in the United States.1.A: Bea
32、utiful day, isnt it?B: Yes, its not like what the radio said at all.A: I wish it would stay this way for the weekend.B: As long as it doesnt snow!2.A: It seems to be clearing up.B: Its such a nice change.A: I really dont think this weather will last.B: Lets just hope it doesnt get cold again.3.A: It
33、 looks its going to be sunny.B: Yes, its much better than yesterday.A: They say were going to get some rain later.B: Oh, lets just hope it stays warm.4.A: I think its going to be a nice day.B: Its certainly a big improvement over yesterday.A: But its supposed to get cloudy and windy again this after
34、noon.B: Well,the worst of the winter should be over.(12).Asking for ChangeIt is sometimes difficult toget change without buying something, so its a good idea to carry change with you at all times. If you need change, you can buy something inexpensive like candy or a newspaper and ask for the coins y
35、ou need.1.A: Excuse me, but could you give me some change?B: Let me see. Are dimes and quarters OK?A: I want to make a long distance phone call.B: Then youll need small change.2.A: Sorry to bother you, but do you have change for a one?B: Ill have to look. What do you want it for?A: I need it for the
36、 parking meter.B: I can give you quarters, if thatll help.3.A: Pardon me, but I was wondering if you could break a one.B: Let me look. What do you need?A: I need the change for the stamp machine.B: I think dimes and quarters will do.4.A: Excuse me, could you give me change for a dollar?B: Ill see wh
37、at I have. What do you need it for?A: I want to get cigarettes.B: You can use quarters, dimes and nickels.(13).Making a Telephone Call(I)The telephone system in the United States, as in many other countries, has a special number for each region of the country. It is called as area code. If you know
38、the area code and the phone number, its usually cheaper to dial the number yourself. Of course, you must go through an operator to make person-to-person or cllect calls. You can dial direct to many countriesoverseas or you can ask for the overseas operator.1.A:Operator.B:Id like to make a collect ca
39、ll to Los Angeles. Thats area code 213-486-2435.A:And whats the name of the person you want to speak to?B:Susan Greene.2.A:Operator.B:Yes, Operator. Id like to place a person-to-person call to Chicago. The number is932-8647, but I dont know the area code.A:Who do you want to speak to?B:Ill speak to
40、anyone at extension 214.3.A:Operator.B:I want to make a person-to-person call to 212-836-1725.A:And the name of the person youre calling, please?B:Ed Cooper. Thats C double O-P-E-R.4.A:Operator.B:Operator, Id like to place a call to Winnipeg, Cananda. The number is 932-0806.A:Whats the name of the p
41、arty youre calling?B:Im not sure of the name, but the extension is 211.(14).Making a Telephone Call (II)When using a public telephone, be sure to read the directions carefully before dialing.1.A:Hello. Can I speak to Yolanda, please?B:Hold on, please.A:Thank you.B:Sorry, but shes out.A:Would you tel
42、l her Tom Gray called?B:Id be glad to.2.A:Hello. Is Marie Ward there, please?B:Ill see if shes in.A:OK.B:Im afraid shes not here.A:Could you give her a message, please?B:Yes, of course.3.A:Hello. Is Mrs. James in, please?B:Hang on, please.A:All right.B:Im sorry, but I think shes stepped out.A:Would
43、you ask her to call Larry Ruskin at 836-2550?B:Certainly.4.A:Hello. Could I please speak to Miss Davis?B:Just a minute, please.A:Thanks.B:Shes not at here desk right now.A:Could you tell her to give Doug a call when she gets back? She has my number.B:Sure.(15).Asking for DirectionsPeople are usually
44、 helpful when you ask for directions. You should try to have the exact address and be as specific as possible. Telephone directories are the most common sourse of addresses. Remember that many cities and some towns are built in blocks. People will often tell you, for example, to go two blocks and tu
45、rn right.1.A:Excuse me, Can you tell me where Main Street is?B:Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks.A:Is it far?B:No. Its only a five-minute walk.A:Thanks a lot.B:Youre welcome.2.A:Excuse me. Could you please tell me how to get to the station?B:Turn left at the first lig
46、ht. You cant miss it.A:Will it take me long to get there?B:No. Its not far at all.A:Thank you.B:Dont mention it.3.A:Can you help me out? Im trying to find a post office.B:Go three block and make a right. Its right there.A:Should I take the bus?B:No. Itll only take about five minutes to walk.A:Thank you very much.B:Any time.4.A:Pardon me. I wonder if you could tell me how to get to Mott Street?B:Keep going straight for two blocks, then turn right o Elm Street and youll run right intoit.