| LISTEN TO THE CONVERSATION | |
| Practice Speaking – Select a Conversation Partner | |
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| Carrie: I went to Suzy’s daughter’s piano concert last weekend. Tony: How was it? Suzy is always talking about how amazing her daughter is at playing the piano. Carrie: I know. So, I was expecting it to be impressive. Tony: So, you are saying that it wasn’t that good? Carrie: Yes, her daughter wasn’t that good. I hate to say it, but her daughter was actually one of the worst participants. Tony: I assume you didn’t say anything to Suzy. Carrie: Of course not. I told her that her daughter was talented and incredible. Tony: Smart move. Parents do not always see things clearly when it comes to their children. | |
Key Vocabulary | |
| 1. I hate to say it, but…: To be honest,… (when saying something negative about somebody or something) | |
| • I hate to say it, but she is not a very good worker. | |
| • I hate to say it, but Angela’s restaurant is not very good. | |
| 2. to be amazing at (something): to be very good or talented at (something) | |
| • She is amazing at golf. | |
| • They are amazing at dancing. | |
| 3. to not see things clearly: to not be able to see or know reality clearly | |
| • She is so angry right now, so she is not seeing things clearly. | |
| • When we are angry or upset, we often do not see things clearly. | |
