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Can you say no?

On March 18, 2009 By John
How to say ‘NO’! Do you know how to say ‘no’? Sometimes it can be difficult! Especially if someone really pushes for you to say ‘yes’. Today, let’s look at a common way to say ‘no’. It is also polite!      “No thanks, I’m alright.”  OR “No thanks, I’m right.”            Example: Q: Would you [...]
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Business – Answering the telephone

On January 12, 2009 By John
Today, let’s look at how to introduce yourself on the telephone. When you answer the phone in English, what should you say? A) Hello, I am John speaking. B) Hello, this is John speaking. C) G’day, John is talking. The correct answer is: B! Yes! On the phone we us the phrase ”This is …. [...]
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Meeting people in English

On December 16, 2008 By John
Today, let’s talk about how to meet people who speak English! It can be hard to make new friends, even if they speak your own language! Q: So how can I find friends who speak English? A: Well, first of all, remember English speakers are people, just like you! You may find it very difficult if [...]
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Making Friends in English

On November 18, 2008 By John
Today, let’s talk about making friends! To make friends, you need to start by talking to someone! But how can you start a conversation in English with someone you don’t know? To answer that question, you should think about how you make friends in your native language. Usually you will start by talking about something [...]
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Do you like soap operas?

On November 11, 2008 By John
Today, let’s talk about TV! There are many kinds of programs on TV: drama soap opera comedy documentary current affairs ACTIVITY: 1) What do these words mean? Write an explanation of each one, and if you can give some examples of some famous TV programs! 2) What kind of TV shows do you like to [...]
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Let’s buy salmon!

On September 25, 2008 By John
Today, let’s go shopping for salmon!In Australia, you can buy salmon either in a fish shop or in a supermarket. The fish is fresh and a shop assistant will help you get the piece you want. Let’s look at a conversation at the fish counter:  Shop assistant: Next please!  John: Can I have one piece [...]
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