1.

Friend: Are you OK, Mia? You look really tired.

Mia: I am. I can’t seem to sleep at night. I’ve been pretty stressed out lately.

Friend: What’s up?

Mia: I’ve got so many things to do. I’m just really busy at work these days.

Friend: Why don’t you take a vacation, you know, just a few days off from work? Go someplace warm – to the beach!

Mia: Gosh, my boss wouldn’t like that at all! We have this huge project to work on. They really need me now.

2.

Friend: Well, you need to find a way to relax. Are you getting any exercise?

Mia: No, not really.

Friend: Maybe you should join a gym. You know, take an aerobics class or something. I always have more energy after I go to the gym.

Mia: I just don’t have the time. I think I’d be even more stressed out!

3.

Friend: There must be something you can do. Hey, didn’t you tell me there’s a lunchtime yoga class at your office?

Mia: Yes, it just started a few months ago.

Friend: Yoga is a great way to deal with stress, and it would probably help you sleep at night.

Mia: Yeah, and the class is just half an hour, so I’d still have time to eat lunch. Hmm. That’s a really good idea.

4.

Friend: Oh, I just remembered this article I read in a health magazine. It was all about relaxation techniques.

Mia: Really? Like what?

Friend: Well, like yoga, and exercise, and – oh, yeah – aromatherapy!

Mia: Aromatherapy? You mean like smelling things?

Friend: Yeah. The article said some smells can be very relaxing.

Mia: Hmm. Sounds interesting. I think that’s something I’d like to try.

5.

Friend: How about going out with me this Friday? It’ll do you good. We could go out to eat, then maybe see a movie. You need to have a little fun.

Mia: You know, that does sound good. I could use a little fun.

Friend: Now you’re talking! Why don’t I pick you up at six o’clock on Friday?

Mia: Sounds like a plan. But now I’ve really got to get back to work.

Friend: Mia, you’re hopeless!

1. a. a tea shop

b. a sports gym

2. a. a doctor’s office

b. an aromatherapist’s office

3. a. a yoga class

b. a massage therapist’s office

4. a. a sports gym

b. a health food store

5. a. a doctor’s office

b. a yoga class

1.

Man: This place is great. They have so many different choices. What kind are you going to have?

Woman: Hmm, I’m not sure. Here’s a green one with mint and ginger. That sounds good.

Man: Yeah, the menu says if you drink it every day, you’ll sleep better, and it will make you look younger, too!

Woman: Well then, that’s definitely the one for me!

2.

Salesclerk: Can I help you?

Man: I hope so. I’ve been feeling kind of tired lately. I need some more energy.

Salesclerk: Here. Try this.

Man: Mmm … that’s nice. Is it, um, lemon?

Salesclerk: Yes, and there are also some flower scents. It’ll help you feel younger and have more energy, too.

Man: Wonderful! I think I feel younger already! How do I use it?

Salesclerk: You just put a few drops on a handkerchief, like this, and smell it a few times every hour. Or you can add some hot water…

3.

Massage therapist: Is this your first time here?

Woman: Yes, actually. My friend recommended you. You really helped her with her back problem.

Massage therapist: And what sort of problems are you having?

Woman: Well, I’m very stressed out. I just can’t seem to relax.

Massage therapist: Mm-hmm. And where in your body are you feeling the stress?

Woman: My shoulders and my neck. Sometimes I’m so stressed out I can’t sleep at night, and that just makes it worse.

Massage therapist: I see. Well, I think this will help you sleep better and feel calmer. Let’s start with your neck.

4.

Sandy: Hi, I’m Sandy. I’ll be showing you around today.

Dan: Thanks, I’m Dan.

Sandy: So, Dan, why did you decide to become a member?

Dan: Well, uh, as you can see, I’m a bit, um, heavyset. My friends tell me I look older lately… and my energy has been kind of low, so I thought losing some weight might help me feel better.

Sandy: Well, you’ve come to the right place! Exercising regularly can help you look younger. And when you get in shape, you’ll have more energy, too. Do you do any exercise now?

Dan: Not much. I do walk to work but, uh, my office is just down the street from my apartment.

5.

Woman 1: Hi, are you new here?

Woman 2: Yeah, I am.

Woman 1: Oh, you’ll love it here. Claire is a great teacher.

Woman 2: Well, I know I need this. I got an office job last year, and I’m really stressed out. My muscles are so tight. I feel like I’m ten years older than I am.

Woman 1: Well, this should help you feel younger and feel calmer. Come on, I’ll show you where to get your mat.

1.

I think it’s a great way for people to develop pride in their country. It can make people feel good about themselves and their team, and I think that’s a very positive thing.

2.

Well, the problem with allowing them in the classroom is they can be distracting for students. If students are texting or going online, they’re not paying attention to their classwork. And sometimes they ring during class!

3.

I don’t mind them, because a lot of them are really very entertaining. Also, you get to know what new products are available.

4.

I can’t see anything useful in it. It’s just a huge waste of time, energy, and money. I mean, can you see any point in trying to find out if there’s life out there?

5.

Well, if anyone is crazy enough to try it, let them. Who in their right mind would want to jump off a high bridge with just a rope tied around their legs?

6.

Well, they are great company, especially for people who live alone. Having one can help you relax, and possibly even lower your blood pressure.

1

A: Well, space exploration is pretty expensive, but I think it’s worth it.

B: Why is that?

A: Well, that’s how we learn more about the universe we live in. That’s pretty important, isn’t it?

2

A: I can’t stand commercials on TV these days. They really annoy me.

B: Oh yeah? Why’s that?

A: Because they always interrupt my favorite TV programs, and some of those commercials are really long!

3

A: I think the Olympic Games are great. I can’t wait for the next ones.

B: Really? Why?

A: Well, they encourage an interest in sports and help bring about better international understanding. We need more of that.

4

A: Every city needs tourism, I think.

B: Why do you think that?

A: Well, because tourism can bring jobs and money to the city. It’s a much better way of raising money than taxes.

5

A: Well, action movies might be fun, but I don’t think they are really good for young people.

B: Really? Why do you say that?

A: Because they are way too violent. I never let my kids watch them.

6

A: If you ask me, people in this city shouldn’t be allowed to have those big cars.

B: How come?

A: Because most streets are too small for big cars, and they don’t have space for parking.

Big Hero

Hiro Hamada: Ouch!

Baymax: Hello, I am Baymax, your personal healthcare companion.

Hiro Hamada: Hey, B…Baymax, I didn’t know you were still active.

Baymax: I heard a sound of distress. What seems to be the trouble?

Hiro Hamada: Oh, I just stubbed my toe a little. I’m fine.

Baymax: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your pain?

Hiro Hamada: Ah, zero. I’m Okay, really. Thanks, you can shrink now.

Baymax: Does it hurt when I touch it?

Hiro Hamada: No no no. Okay. No touching. I’m fine. Help

Baymax: You have fallen.

Hiro Hamada: You think?

Baymax: On a scale of….On a scale….On a scale of 1 to 10… On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your pain?

Hiro Hamada: zero

Baymax: It is okay to cry.

Hiro Hamada: No no no no no

Baymax: Crying is a natural response to pain

Hiro Hamada: No no no no. I’m not crying

Baymax: I will scan you for injuries.

Hiro Hamada: Don’t scan me.

Baymax: Scan complete.

Hiro Hamada: Unbelievable

Baymax: you have sustained no injuries. However the hormone and neurotransmitter level indicate that you are experiencing mood swings. Common in adolescence, diagnosis: Puberty

Hiro Hamada: Wow, what?

TV: Good food is like music you can taste, color you can smell.

There is exellent all around you. You need only be aware to stop and savor it

Remi: Oh, Gusteau was right. Oh... uhmmm yeah. Oh... Amazing. Each flavor was totally unique. But combine one flavor with one another. And something new was created.

So now, I have a secret life. The only one who knew about it was Emile

Hey, Emile! Emile! I found a mushroom. Come on, you're good at hiding food. Help me find a good place to put this.

He doesn't understand me. But I can be myself around him.

Emile: Why are you walking like that?

Remi: I don't want to constantly have to wash my paws. Did you ever think about how we walk on the same paws that we handle food with?

You ever think about what we put into our mouths?

Emile: All the time.

Remi: When I eat, I don't want to taste everywhere my paws have been.

Emile: Well, go ahead. But if Dad sees you walking like that, he's not going to like it.

Remi: What have you got there? You found cheese? And not just any cheese. Tomme de chèvre de pays.

That would go beautifully with my mushroom. And.... And... And... Oh This rosemary! This rosemary. With maybe a few drops from this sweet grass.

Emile: Well, throw it on the pile, I guess, and then, well, you know

Remi: We don't want to throw this in with the garbage. This is special.

Emile: But we're supposed to return to the colony before sundown you know, Dad's gonna.....

Remi: Emile!! There are possiblities unexplored here. We got to cook this. Now exactly how we cook this is the real question.

The key is to keep turning it. Get the smoky flavor nice and even.

Emile: That storm's getting closer. Hey, Remi...You think that maybe we shouldn't be so...