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| Erin: It seems like Tim’s music career is really taking off. I heard his song on the radio last weekend. Ryan: Yes. His band is doing really well these days. But do you know the best thing about Tim? Erin: What’s that? Ryan: The best thing about him is that even though he is becoming famous he is still down to earth. Erin: That’s true. I met him a couple weeks ago and he seemed like the same nice guy that he has always been. He didn’t brag or boast about his career at all. Ryan: That’s exactly what I am saying. Even though he is successful, he doesn’t act like he is better than anyone. That’s why everybody likes him. Erin: You’re right about that. Plus, he is an amazing musician. | |
Key Vocabulary | |
| 1. to be down to earth: to be humble, sensible, and genuine | |
| • I like spending time with her because she is down to earth. | |
| • If a person is not down to earth, then I don’t want to hang out with them. | |
| 2. to take off: to leave (a place) | |
| • I’m going to take off in about an hour. | |
| • Do you want to take off? This presentation is kind of boring. | |
| 3. to brag: to boast; to talk about oneself in a way that is too proud | |
| • He always brags about how much money he has. | |
| • People who brag about their accomplishments are annoying. | |
English Conversation Practice Index
