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Tapescript 4.1.1 Sally Really? What did you do? Please tell me!
Kate Oh, my family and I have some weekend routines. We
Amazing Dogs usually go camping and for that we get up very early. I
Dogs have fame for being loyal and friendly to humans. This is mean, at 6 o’clock. Then, we go to the camping area in
because they help humans in everyday life and in danger. Dogs the woods. There are huge trees, short and tall ones,
differ from each other by size, origins and other features. For also. You can feel smells and sounds of nature there.
example, the Kangal, also called the Anatolian Shepherd, is of Sally Wow! How beautiful! What do you do there?
Kate
Breakfast comes first. We prepare it altogether. Then,
Turkish origin. Shepherds mostly have these dogs because they can we set up the tent. We stay in a tent when we go
protect sheep and goats from wolves. They are strong and huge. camping.
They can reach sizes such as 2 meters and they can run as fast as Sally Oh, I love staying in a tent.
60 kph. They can live in cold regions. Kate Then, we go trekking. This is nice for clearing our
heads. We also love rock climbing. It’s our favorite
The Dalmatian is a type of medium-sized dog. They are famous for activity. If it’s too cold, we make a fire and chat around
black or brown spots on a white coat. They can run fast and are it.
good hunters. They can be perfect family pets. They are sensitive Sally Amazing!
to cold, so they can’t live in cold regions. Kate This is not all. We are interested in cycling. In the
afternoon, we go cycling. Then, we go back and
The German Shepherd, also called K9, is another type of medium- prepare the dinner. We use mom’s organic vegetables
sized dog. They are strong, can run fast and jump high. They can from her garden. After dinner, we sing songs or discuss
help the police, especially with searching and rescuing people after solutions to problems.
natural disasters. Sally Oh, Kate. You are very lucky. You can enjoy nature and
family time.
Tapescript 4.1.2
Tapescript 5.1.1
1 Kelly Todd, how do you get to work every morning? Do you
drive? James Hi! How are you doing, mate?
Todd No, I never drive. I always take the bus. Oliver All is good. Good to see you.
Kelly Really? Is it because of the heavy traffic? James Nice to see you too. What are you doing?
Todd Yeah, mostly. What about you, Kelly? Oliver I’m watching Miley Hensen’s latest vlog. It’s a really
Kelly Well, I rarely drive. My house is near the office so I interesting one.
usually walk to work. James Miley Hensen? Who is that?
Todd Oh, lucky you! Oliver Don’t you really know her? I can’t believe that.
2 Rose Oh, it’s finally Friday, Amy! I’m so happy. James Why not? It’s true. Tell me about her, please.
Amy Yeah, the weekend begins. So, what do you do on Oliver Well, Miley Hensen is a famous American actress. She
weekends Rose? inspires millions of people with her acting skills and
Rose I usually go swimming on Saturday mornings and in character. She’s generous, kind and humble. She has a
the afternoon I do housework, but sometimes I meet charity organization for children’s education in poor
my friends at a cafe. countries. People also admire Miley because of her
Amy Do you ever go to the movies? supportive character.
Rose Yes, I watch a movie with my sister once a week, every James Wow! It seems that she is very impressive. What about
Sunday. her appearance?
Amy That’s great. I love watching movies, too. Oliver She looks gorgeous. She has thick curly black hair, dark
Rose Would you like to join us on Sunday afternoon? eyes and an athletic physique. She is tall, as well.
Amy Oh, with pleasure. Thank you. James Nice to know her. Can I watch her vlog with you?
Oliver Please! Come and sit with me.
Tapescript 4.2.1 James OK!
Hi everyone, today I’m going to talk about my weekly routine. I Tapescript 5.2.1
work 5 days a week from Monday through Friday. Therefore, on
these days I always get up at 6:30 and leave the house at 7:30. I 1 Norman What does your teacher look like, Kelly?
often get back home after 8 p.m. Kelly She has long dark hair and wears glasses.
Norman How old is she?
I never work on Saturdays and Sundays. I have two days off. I go Kelly She’s in her late twenties, I think.
jogging on Saturday mornings because I love being in nature and 2 John Can you describe your father, Simon?
also I take care of my health. Then, I have a big breakfast and Simon Well, he has got a mustache and a thick beard.
do the chores such as cleaning the house or doing the washing. I John Does he wear glasses?
eat out with my friends once a week and it’s usually on Saturday Simon No, he doesn’t. In fact, he sees everything.
evenings as we don’t have to get up early the next day. 3 Ellen Tell me about your new friend, Tom.
Tom You mean his appearance?
On Sundays, I always go to the supermarket in the morning and do Ellen Yeah! What does he look like?
the weekly shopping. If the weather is nice, I go for a walk with my Tom He has very short brown hair, blue eyes and a nice
dog in the afternoon. Otherwise, I stay at home and rest. Reading smile.
with my coffee next to me is my favorite activity especially when 4 Sandra Can you tell me about your sister, Kate? How old
it’s rainy. How about you? What’s your weekly routine? is she?
Kate Well, she’s twelve.
Tapescript 4.3.1 Sandra What does she look like?
Sally Hey, Kate! What’s up? You look so energetic. Kate She’s skinny. She has got long ginger hair and
Kate Oh, fine, Sally! Thanks. That’s right, I feel very good green eyes.
because my weekend was great.
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