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It’s OK to make plans with friends at the last minute. It’s more polite, however, to make them ahead of time.

1A: How about going to hear a country-and-western singer tonight?
B: I’d enjoyed that.
A: I’ pick you up around 8:00.
B: OK. I’ll see you then.

2A: Do you feel like going to see Paul and Claire tonight?
B: I’d like that very much.
A: How does 7:30 sound?
B: Fine. See you late.

3A: Would you like to go to a party tonight?
B: That sounds like a good idea?
A: Would 7:00 be OK?
B: That’s fine. I’m looking forward to it.

Going to the theater is very popuar and shows are often sold out far in advance. It is a good idea to buy your tickets in advance if you want to see a particular show. It is not necessary to tip the person who shows you to your seat in a theater.

1A: I’d like to reserve two seats for tomorrow night.
B: Would you like orchestra seats?
A: Isn’t there anything less expensive?
B: Not unless you want the matinee.

2A: Can I still get tickets for tonight’s performance?
B: The front balcony is still availavle.
A: Aren’t there any other seats?
B: No, I’m afraid that’s it.

3A: Are there any seats left for Saturday night?
B: I still have a fiw seats in the mezzanine.
A: I suppose there’s nothing cheaper, is there?
B: No. Nothing. I’m sorry.

There are three nationwide television networks in the United States: the American Broadcasting Company(ABC), the Columbia Broadcasting Company(CBS) and the National Broadcasting Company(NBC). There is also a public broadcasting network(PBS), and there are hundreds of local television stations. In many areas television is broadcast 24 hours a day.

1A: Is there anything worth watching on another channel?
B: I think there’s a western on.
A: Do you mind if we watch it? I’d really like to see it.
B: Well, I really wanted to see the baseball game.

2A: Do you happen to know what’s on after the news?
B: I’ve got a feeling there’s a ********ary about animals.
A: Does anybody mind if we watch it?
B: Don’t you want to see part two of the movie?

3A: Do you remember what comes on next?
B: I believe there’s a TV special.
A: Are you interested in watching it?
B: Let me look in the TV Guide first.

Both team sports and individual sports are extremely popular in the United States. Don’t be afraid to try a sport you haven’t played before. People are usually willing to help beginners.

1A: Would you like to go running?
B: I’d enjoy that. Where would you like to go?
A: We could go to the park. There shouldn’t be many people there now.
B: Good. Just let me change.

2A: How about going for a bike ride?
B: Sure. Where?
A: Let’s call Harry and ask him. He always knows the ***t places to go.
B: That’s a good idea. I’ll get ready.

3A: Let’s go swimming.
B: OK. Where should we go?
A: Why don’t we go down to the lake? It’s not too far from here.
B: Fine. I’ll be ready in a minute.

Coffee shops are popular, reasonably priced restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a snack.

1A: You’re having coffee, aren’t you?
B: Yes, I always have coffee in the morning.
A: What are you going to have to eat?
B: I’m going to order scrambled eggs and toast. What about you?
A: That sounds good to me. I’ll have the same.

2A: You’d like coffee, wouldn’t you?
B: I think I’d rather have tea this morning.
A: What else are you going to have?
B: Just an English muffin. What are you going to have?
A: That sounds good. I’m going to order the same thing.

3A: You’re going to have coffee, aren’t you?
B: Yes. I could use a cup of coffee.
A: Are you going to have anything to eat?
B: French toast sounds good. What are you going to order?
A: I’ll have that too.

Lunch is usually served between noon and 2:00. Sandwiches are a very popular quick lunch in both the United States and Canada.

1A: Please have another sandwich.
B: Thank you, but I really can’t eat any more.
A: You’re going to have dessert, aren’t you?
B: Well, I’ll join you if you’re having something.

2A: You’ll finish the chicken, won’t you?
B: No, thank you. I’m trying to cut down.
A: Aren’t you going to have dessert?
B: No, thank you. I just can’t eat any more.

3A: Would you like some more soup?
B: No, thank you. It’s delicious, but I’ve had enough.
A: Would you like soem dessert?
B: Well, maybe I’ll have just a small piece of pie.

Dinner time varies somewhat in the United States. In small towns it may be as early as 5:00, while in large cities it may be as late as 9:00. It’s ***t to call for a reservation in expensive or well-known restaurants.

1A: Would you like to order now?
B: Yes. I’ll have the shrimp cocktail to start.
A: What would you like for your main course?
B: I’ll have a sirloin steak, medium rare.

2A: May I take your order?
B: Yes. I’d like a cup of onion soup.
A: And what would you like after that?
B: I’d like the roast chicken, please.

3A: Are you ready to order?
B: Yes. I’ll have the fresh fruit cocktail.
A: And for your entree?
B: I think I’ll try the broiled sole.

Fast food restaurants are popular in the United States for quick, inexpensive meals or snacks. You order your food and take it to a table yourself. If you order your food "to go", you take it out of the restaurant. Tipping is not necessary in this kind of restaurant.

1A: What would you like to eat?
B: I’d like a hamburger with lettuce and tomato.
A: How about something to drink?
B: A Coke, please.
A: OK. I’ll see if I can get waited on.

2A: What do you want?
B: I think I’ll have a piece of apple pie.
A: Do you want something to drink?
B: Coffee would be fine.
A: OK. Sit down and I’ll get it.

3A: What are you going to have?
B: I’ll try a steak sandwich.
A: Can I get you anything to drink?
B: Yes, I’d like a chocolate shake.
A: That sounds good. I think I’ll have the same.