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사교 관련(Socializing) 총 14개의 주제에 대해 42개의 전형적인 상황이 나옵니다. 

회화는 읽고 또 읽고 하여 몸에 익도록 해야 합니다.
수학공부 하듯이 힘들여 한 방에 머리에 담으려 하지 마시고
느긋하게 부담없이 자주 자주 읽어서 몸으로 암기해야 합니다.

제일 좋은 방법은 전체를 하루에 한 번씩 습관적으로 읽는 겁니다.
절대 외우려고 하지 마시고, 몸에 익을 때까지 그냥 계속 읽으시면 됩니다.
이렇게 반복을 통해 몸으로 외운 것은 오래 오래 갑니다.
잘못하면 평생 갑니다.

외울 때는 머리가 아니라 몸으로!!!
말할 때는 머리가 아니라 가슴으로!!!
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Going to a Party

1

A: Are you going to the party on Saturday?
B: I was thinking about it. Are you?
A: Yeah, I heard it's going to be a lot of fun.
B: Really? Well, what time does it start?
A: It starts at 8:00 pm, and I really think you should go.
B: Well, who all is going to be there?
A: Everybody from school.
B: How do you know it's going to be so fun?
A: This party is going to have a DJ, food, and drinks.
B: Wow, that does sound like it's going to be fun.
A: So am I going to see you at the party?
B: Yeah, I will be there.

2

A: Are you going to be at the party this Saturday?
B: I'm not sure yet. Are you going?
A: Of course I am, because it's going to be great.
B: Is it really? When does it start?
A: The party starts at 8 o'clock, and you should really try to go.
B: I'm thinking about it. Who is going to the party?
A: Pretty much everybody from school.
B: What makes you think it's going to be so much fun?
A: The party is going to have food, drinks, and live music.
B: That does sound like it will be fun.
A: Are you going to go?
B: Certainly. I'm definitely going to go.

3

A: Do you plan on attending the party on Saturday?
B: I haven't decided yet. Are you going to go?
A: Yes, I'm going, because it's going to be so much fun.
B: For real? What time is the party?
A: The party is at 8, and I hope to see you there.
B: Maybe I will go. Who's going to be there?
A: The whole school is going to be there.
B: What's going to be so much fun about this party?
A: There's going to be a live DJ, food, and drinks at the party.
B: It seems like it will be a very good time.
A: So I guess I'll see you there?
B: Indeed! I need to join the fun.

Making Plans for the Weekend

1

A: What are you doing this weekend?
B: I am not sure. What are you doing?
A: I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach.
B: That sounds like a great idea!
A: Would you be interested in joining me?
B: Sure, I would love to go with you. When would you be leaving?
A: I thought that we could leave around 8:00 on Saturday morning.
B: That would give us plenty of time to explore. Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara?
A: That was part of my plan.
B: Well then, I'll see you on Saturday. Thanks for asking me to go with you.

2

A: Do you have any plans for the weekend?
B: I haven't given it much thought. What were you thinking of doing?
A: I was planning on taking a trip up the coast to the beach.
B: What a perfect thing to do on a beautiful weekend!
A: Would you like to come along?
B: I think I would enjoy that a lot. When would we leave?
A: Saturday morning around 8:00.
B: Good. That would get us there with time to look around. There is a music festival in Santa Barbara on the beach that day.
A: Yes, I was hoping to be able to go to the festival.
B: I am so glad we talked. Thank you for inviting me to the beach with you.

3

A: Have you thought about what you might like to do this weekend?
B: I have no idea. Do you have any ideas?
A: If the weather stays nice, I'd like to go to the beach.
B: That would be a good choice. The weather has been great for the beach!
A: Why don't you come with me?
B: Hey, that would be perfect! What time are you leaving?
A: I think that Saturday morning around 8:00 would work out well.
B: Santa Barbara has a music festival on the beach that day. We would have enough time to drop in and see it.
A: Yes, I knew the festival would be there and was looking forward to going to it.
B: I am really looking forward to Saturday. Thank you for letting me go with you.

Inviting a Friend to a Birthday Party

1

A: Hey, Robert, what are you doing this weekend?
B: I didn't have any big plans.
A: We are putting together a birthday party for Mary.
B: That sounds like fun. Where will it be?
A: We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house.
B: Oh good! Can I bring anything?
A: We will be providing hot dogs, hamburgers, and cake, but people can bring side dishes.
B: I am assuming that the dress is casual.
A: Dress casually and bring your bathing suit!
B: Wonderful. Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there.

2

A: Robert, do you have plans for the weekend?
B: I have nothing definite planned.
A: Saturday is Mary's birthday, and we are throwing her a party.
B: Sure, I could come to her party. Where are you going to have it?
A: It's going to be a pool party at Jay's apartment building.
B: That sounds like fun. Is it a potluck?
A: We would like for people to help us by bringing side dishes and drinks.
B: The dress will be casual then?
A: Make sure to bring your bathing suit, and dress casually.
B: Sounds great. Just drop me an e-mail with the time you've picked.

3

A: Robert, are you going to be in town this weekend?
B: I don't have anything scheduled yet.
A: We were wondering if you would like to come to Mary's birthday party on Saturday.
B: I would enjoy coming to Mary's party. Will it be at your house?
A: The party will be at Jay's house out by the pool.
B: Will everyone be pitching in with some food?
A: It would be great if you could bring a side dish, but the rest of the food will be provided.
B: What should we wear?
A: This is a pool party, so make sure to bring your bathing suit.
B: Sounds like we'll have a great time. When you've figured out the details, drop me an e-mail.

Inviting Boss to a Dinner Party

1

A: Mr. Lee, I was wondering if you and your wife had plans for next Friday night?
B: Yes, I think we might be free. What did you have in mind?
A: I've mailed a formal written invitation to your home inviting you to a dinner party at my home.
B: That sounds great. Is it casual?
A: Actually, we thought it would be fun to have a formal sit-down dinner for the holidays.
B: That sounds good. It will give my wife a chance to dress up.
A: Yes, we've invited four other couples, so it should be a good mix of people.
B: That sounds wonderful. Will there be anyone there that I know?
A: Oh yes, everyone we are inviting is from our company.
B: Great! I'll look forward to it. We'll make sure and check the mail for our invitation.

2

A: Mr. Lee, would you and your wife be free next Friday night?
B: I don't think we have any plans, but I would need to see what my wife has planned. Why?
A: My wife mailed a written invitation to your wife asking you both to our dinner party.
B: It would be our pleasure to join you for dinner. What type of party is it?
A: We've always wanted to have a formal dinner party.
B: I think we would enjoy that, especially our wives!
A: Four other couples are coming, so I'm hoping for some interesting conversation.
B: I am sure we will have a great time. Will some of the couples be from our company?
A: Yes, you will know all of our guests.
B: I'll make sure to check the mail for our invitation. Your dinner plans sound wonderful.

3

A: Would you and your wife be available next Friday night, Mr. Lee?
B: I'll have to check with my wife, of course. Did you have something planned?
A: We are having a dinner party, and my wife sent you and your wife an invitation.
B: I think we would enjoy that. Is it a formal affair?
A: My wife insisted on having it be a formal dinner party this time.
B: That would be a change. Usually we just do barbeques and never get a chance to dress up.
A: We thought that inviting four other couples would make nice conversation.
B: I think we will enjoy being there. Will we know anyone?
A: We are only inviting people from work.
B: I am sure that a good time will be had by everyone. We will be looking for your invitation.

Accepting Invitation to a Party

1

A: Joe, how are you doing today?
B: Pretty good. Mary, I was wondering if you would like to come to a party on Friday night?
A: I am free that night, and a party sounds good.
B: Fine. It will be at my house. Do you know how to get there?
A: I kind of know where you live, but could you e-mail me your address?
B: I can do that. Do you have anyone that you would like to bring with you to the party?
A: I would really like to bring my friend Jake, if that would be OK.
B: Oh yeah, I remember Jake. That would be fine.
A: Would you like some help with the food?
B: Just bring along whatever it is that you and Jake would like to drink.

2

A: Hi Joe, is everything going OK with you?
B: Things are great. Mary, I am having a party on Friday night and was wondering if you would be available?
A: I would love to come to your party!
B: I am glad you are free. Do you know how to get to my house?
A: If you would e-mail me your address, that would help.
B: Sure, no problem. Can you think of anyone else I can invite to the party?
A: My friend Jake is in town, and I would like it if I could bring him.
B: Sure, bring Jake along. The more the merrier!
A: Can I bring anything?
B: If there is something special that you and Jake would like to drink, bring that along.

3

A: Hey Joe, how's it going?
B: Oh good, Mary. I was hoping I'd see you today. Would you like to come to a party on Friday night?
A: A party would be a perfect way to end the week!
B: Good! Do you need my address?
A: I've been to your house once, but I would appreciate you e-mailing me your address.
B: That would be no trouble at all. Who else do you think I should ask to the party?
A: I don't know if you remember my friend Jake, but I would like to bring him with me.
B: Jake would be welcome. If you think of anyone else, feel free to bring them along also.
A: What would you like me to bring?
B: Everything is taken care of, but if you and Jake want to bring something to drink, that would be appreciated.

Buying Flowers

1

A: I need some flowers for my wife because it is her birthday.
B: We have some fresh red roses.
A: How much are the roses?
B: Twenty dollars per dozen.
A: That sounds like a good deal.
B: Yes, that is today's sale price.
A: I'll take a dozen.
B: Is there anything else you'd like to get?
A: No, the roses will be fine.
B: I'm sure your wife will love them.

2

A: It's my wife's birthday, and I'm going to buy her some flowers.
B: Perhaps you'd be interested in red roses.
A: How much do the roses cost?
B: They're only $20 a dozen.
A: That sounds good, since last year I paid $30.
B: Yes, you're saving money because they're on sale today.
A: I'll take a dozen of your most beautiful roses.
B: Could I interest you in anything else?
A: No, I'll just give her the roses and a card.
B: She should be very pleased with these roses.

3

A: I need to buy some flowers for my wife's birthday.
B: Red roses are always a popular gift for birthdays.
A: What would the roses cost me?
B: You can get a dozen for only $20.
A: That's a price that I like.
B: You're in luck today because the roses are on sale.
A: I'll purchase the roses.
B: Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses?
A: No, the roses are good enough.
B: These roses should make your wife very happy.

Choosing a Gift

1

A: I have no idea what to buy for Mary for her birthday.
B: Me, neither! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together?
A: Yes, that would be good!
B: We need to think about what she might like. What are her interests?
A: If I remember right, she likes music, skiing, and reading.
B: You know, maybe we could get her some concert tickets. Who would know her favorite groups?
A: Her roommate, Malia, might know what her favorite groups are.
B: Yeah, Malia would be able to help us choose a concert.
A: Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now.
B: Good! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift.

2

A: I can't figure out what to get Mary for her birthday.
B: I am having a problem figuring that out myself. Do you want to pick something out together?
A: Yes, that way we would have more money to spend.
B: She has a lot of interests. What things do you think she likes to do the best?
A: Well, she really likes going hiking, listening to music, and travel.
B: The music idea sounds good. I wonder who knows what concerts she might like to go to?
A: Maybe we could ask her roommate, Malia, who her favorite groups are.
B: Malia would be a great help. She has known Mary a long time.
A: Let's e-mail Malia and ask her for her suggestions.
B: I think that maybe Malia might like to contribute to this gift too.

3

A: I have been trying hard to pick out a cool gift for Mary for her birthday.
B: That's been challenging for me too. Would you like to go in with me and choose something together?
A: Yes, two heads are better than one.
B: What does she like to do? That might help us pick something out.
A: She seems to really enjoy music, getting pedicures, and going to the movies.
B: Maybe we could get her some concert tickets. Do you know who might know what concert she might like to go to?
A: I think that her roommate, Malia, could give us some suggestions.
B: Malia definitely could help us. She knows Mary very well.
A: I am going to see Malia this afternoon after class and ask her what she thinks.
B: That will work out well. Perhaps Malia would like to help buy this gift.

Greeting a Visitor

1

A: Welcome, Ron, come on in!
B: Hi, Malia! What a nice home!
A: We enjoy it too!
B: How long have you lived here?
A: About four years now.
B: Well, it is very beautiful.
A: Ron, have a seat and I'll get us something to drink.
B: Good! I am really thirsty. You know it really is hot outside!
A: I have lemonade, iced tea, and mango juice.
B: Mango juice would be perfect. Thank you!

2

A: Hi Ron, please come in!
B: Good to see you, Malia. I love your house!
A: We are very lucky to be living in this house.
B: Have you lived here a long time?
A: This was my parents' house, so I grew up here.
B: It seems to be perfect for you.
A: Come on in and see the kitchen, and I'll get us both something to drink.
B: Great! It's such a hot day today, isn't it?
A: Would you like lemonade, iced tea, or mango juice?
B: I would love a nice glass of lemonade.

3

A: Come right on in, Ron, and welcome to our home!
B: It's so nice to see you, Malia. What a wonderful home!
A: We really like living in this neighborhood.
B: How long have you had this house?
A: We just moved here last year.
B: It's a beautiful home. You've done a great job decorating it.
A: I've got some drinks for us in the kitchen.
B: That would be wonderful. It was really hot driving over here.
A: I can offer you lemonade, iced tea, or mango juice.
B: Iced tea sounds really good right now!

Greeting an Old Friend

1

A: Hi, I haven't seen you in a while.
B: Yes, it has been a long time!
A: How long has it been since we last saw each other?
B: I think that we last saw each other two years ago.
A: What have you been doing for the past two years?
B: I have been going to graduate school at USC.
A: What are you majoring in?
B: I am studying international communications.
A: You should easily be able to find a job with that major.
B: I am counting on being able to get a good job.

2

A: Hello, it's been a long time since I have seen you.
B: It is true that I have not seen you in a while.
A: Exactly how long do you think that it has been?
B: I believe that it has been two years since we last saw each other.
A: So where have you been since I last saw you?
B: I am working on my doctorate at USC.
A: What is your field of emphasis?
B: I decided to pursue international communications.
A: I think that you will be very employable after you finish your degree.
B: I hope that when I finish I will find good work.

3

A: It has certainly been a long time since I saw you last.
B: It has been a long time since I last saw you.
A: Can you remember when we last saw each other?
B: It was about two years ago that we saw each other.
A: What have you been up to for the past two years?
B: I am finishing up my doctorate at USC.
A: What subject did you decide to study?
B: International communications is my field.
A: That sounds like a very marketable degree.
B: I am expecting to get my degree and find an interesting position.

Accepting Food or Drinks

1

A: Ashley, what a great dinner party!
B: Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water.
A: Just water would be fine.
B: Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken?
A: Yes, the chicken looks wonderful!
B: How about some salad to go with your chicken?
A: Sure, I love salad!
B: Would you like to have rice with your chicken?
A: Yes, I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken!
B: Good! Julie, if you could pass this plate down to Joe, I think we are all set.

2

A: What a wonderful dinner you've prepared, Ashley!
B: Thanks, Joe. Would you like some wine, mango juice, or water to go with your dinner?
A: I think that a glass of wine would be perfect.
B: Here is your beverage. If you pass me your plate, I can dish you up some chicken.
A: Yes, the chicken smells great!
B: Can I interest you in some salad to go with your chicken?
A: I would love to have some salad!
B: I also have rice. Would you like some rice on the side?
A: Yes, I absolutely love chicken and rice.
B: Excellent! If Julie could pass this plate down to you, we can dig in!

3

A: Oh Ashley, your dinner looks delicious!
B: I appreciate the compliment, Joe. What would you prefer with your meal--wine, mango juice, or water?
A: Mango juice would be a good choice for me.
B: Julie can pour your drink for you. Can I offer you some chicken?
A: Yes, that chicken looks yummy!
B: Would you like some salad to go with your chicken?
A: Yes, I would enjoy having some salad.
B: I have also prepared rice. Are you ready for some rice?
A: Yes, chicken and rice are a favorite of mine.
B: Good! Julie, could you pass this plate to Joe so we can get started?

Declining Food or Drinks

1

A: Mary, it's good to see you!
B: Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by.
A: I am so glad that you decided to stop by!
B: Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen you.
A: Mary, can I get Josh or you something to drink?
B: Oh no, thank you. We aren't all that thirsty.
A: How about a little snack then?
B: No, thank you, we just ate lunch a little while ago.
A: Well then, how is your family?
B: Everyone is doing great. My sister finally had her baby.

2

A: Mary, what a surprise!
B: I am so glad you are home! Josh and I thought that we'd take a chance and stop by for a visit.
A: Your timing is perfect!
B: It's been a long time since we've stopped by.
A: Mary, Josh, would either of you like something to drink?
B: Thanks, but we really are fine.
A: Would you like a little snack?
B: No, thanks. We are still full from lunch.
A: Is your family doing well?
B: Things are going well for everyone. My brother finally got the job he had been trying for.

3

A: Mary, how have you been?
B: Josh and I just took a chance on our way home from the beach to see if you were up for visitors.
A: I was just thinking about you yesterday!
B: It's been ages since we had a chance to visit with you!
A: Mary, please let me get the two of you something to drink.
B: Oh, please don't go to any trouble. We just stopped by for a visit.
A: Can I get you a little something to eat?
B: We appreciate the offer, but we already ate.
A: So tell me, how is your family doing?
B: We are all doing well. My dad finally got to retire and is enjoying his leisure time.

Gossiping

1

A: Hi Julie, how are things going?
B: Everything is great, Tad. How are you?
A: I'm doing really well.
B: Tad, I'm pretty hungry right now. Want to walk over and check out the food table?
A: Julie, do you know who that woman is over there by the window?
B: That is Mary. I heard that she's just moved in with Lee.
A: I thought that he was with Malia.
B: Oh, that relationship is history. Malia hooked up with a guy she met on holiday.
A: I bet that Lee wasn't too happy with that!
B: Actually, he was OK with it. They hadn't been getting along too well.

2

A: Hi Julie, how are you?
B: Things are going good, Tad. How about you?
A: Things have been going well for me.
B: That food smells delicious! Let's wander over to the food table and see what's up.
A: Julie, do you know who that woman talking to Lee is?
B: I think that her name is Mary. I think that she and Lee are moving in together.
A: Isn't he with Malia?
B: Malia dumped him. She ran off with a guy she met on vacation.
A: Lee was probably less than thrilled with that!
B: He was kind of relieved. They had been having some problems.

3

A: Hi Julie, how have things been going for you?
B: I'm good, Tad. How are things with you?
A: Things couldn't be better right now.
B: Boy, that's quite a spread over on the food table! Let's go check out the party food.
A: Julie, who is the woman sitting next to Lee on the sofa?
B: Someone told me her name is Mary. Supposedly, she and Lee are living together in Lee's apartment.
A: What about his relationship with Malia?
B: Malia is no longer in the picture. She moved to Australia to be with a guy she met on vacation.
A: How did Lee feel about that happening?
B: He took it pretty well. I think that he had kind of had his eye on Mary for a while.

Wedding Discussion

1

A: Their wedding was absolutely beautiful.
B: It really was. I want a wedding like that.
A: How much do you think they spent on their wedding?
B: I think it might've cost them a nice chunk of change.
A: Do you want a big wedding like that?
B: Not really. I'd rather have a small wedding.
A: I wouldn't want a small wedding.
B: Why not?
A: I want my wedding to be big and memorable.
B: It can be small and memorable too.
A: Well, to each his own.
B: You are absolutely right.

2

A: Their wedding was just exquisite.
B: I know. Maybe one day I'll have a wedding like that.
A: What do you think their budget was?
B: It must have cost them a pretty penny.
A: Would you like to have a big wedding like they did?
B: No. I think I would prefer a smaller wedding.
A: I want a big wedding.
B: How come?
A: I want my wedding to be extravagant, and I want everyone to remember it.
B: Your wedding doesn't have to be big to be memorable.
A: Whatever floats your boat.
B: That is correct.

3

A: Their wedding was so beautiful.
B: I agree completely. I hope that I have a wedding like that one day.
A: How much do you reckon it cost to pull that wedding off?
B: I think it cost them a lot of money.
A: Do you hope to have a wedding as big as theirs?
B: I don't think so. I want to have a smaller wedding.
A: Not me.
B: Why do you want a bigger wedding?
A: I want to have a large wedding that everyone will remember.
B: You can have a small wedding, and people will still remember it.
A: Whatever flicks your Bic.
B: That is true.

Going to the Beach

1

A: Do you want to go to the beach tonight?
B: Sure, which beach are we going to?
A: I wanted to go to Malibu beach.
B: I like Santa Monica.
A: The water there looks so dirty.
B: I just like the pier they have at Santa Monica.
A: I like the pier too, because it's beautiful at night.
B: Is Malibu beach nice?
A: It's a lot nicer, and I really like it better.
B: So you want to go to Malibu?
A: If that's okay with you.
B: Sure, let's go to Malibu.

2

A: What do you think about going to the beach tonight?
B: I'd love to. Which beach?
A: It's up to you, but I was thinking Malibu beach.
B: I really like Santa Monica beach.
A: But the water there doesn't look too clean.
B: I only go because of the pier.
A: The pier is really nice at night.
B: How is it at Malibu beach?
A: I love Malibu beach, because it's so beautiful.
B: So is Malibu where you really want to go?
A: Are you cool with that?
B: Yeah, we can go to Malibu.

3

A: I want to go to the beach tonight.
B: That sounds like fun. Which one are you thinking about?
A: I was thinking Malibu, unless there is another beach you want to go to.
B: How about Santa Monica?
A: I don't really like that beach, as the water seems really dirty.
B: The only thing I like about that beach is the pier.
A: At night, the pier is absolutely beautiful.
B: What's it like at Malibu beach?
A: I love that beach, because it's just so nice.
B: So we're going to Malibu?
A: Well, if you don't want to go to Malibu, we can go to Santa Monica.
B: We can always go to Santa Monica another day.