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Intermediate Listening Lesson #21
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1. Why are they going to the department store?
They are having a sale
They need to shop for school clothes
They are bored with nothing to do
None of the above
2. When are they going to meet?
In thirty minutes
3. What are the two items they are looking at?
Bags and pants
Rings and necklaces
Shoes and sweaters
Jackets and belts
4. What is on sale for $80?
1. They are having a sale
2. In thirty minutes
3. Shoes and sweaters
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A: "Hey Jackie. What are you doing?"
B: "Nothing much. I'm just relaxing today. Why? What's going on?"
A: "I was thinking about heading to the mall. Do you want to go?"
B: "Are they having a sale?"
A: "Yeah. Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale. It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on."
B: "That sounds great. Where should we meet?"
A: "I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes."
B: "Sounds good. See you there."
A: "What do you think about these shoes?"
B: "They're cute. But do you think you'll wear them much?"
A: "No. Not really."
B: "This sweater is so pretty. I love the low neck design."
A: "I bet it's expensive."
B: "It's on sale for $80. What do you think? Should I try them on?"
A: "For 80 bucks it looks great. Go try it on."
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