Past Continuous or Past Simple:
I: Where did you go last weekend?
M: We went to Phukradeung.
R: All right, something really exciting happened!
I: Oh! really? What was that?
M: While we were chatting near our tent, we saw a strange bright
thing in the sky.
R: As we were running closer, it suddenly disappeared in front of
us.
I : Wow! Was it close? Did you take any photos?
M: Unfortunately, I didn't. I was shocked.
R: What do you think it was?
I: Well, maybe it was a ghost or UFO! Thanks for your time.
Expressions for talking about objects:
A: A comb is made of wood, I use it for combing my hair.
B: Oh! That’s boring. I use it for making music.
C: I use it for cleaning my dog.
A: Interesting! So, what do you do with these CDs?
B: They are made of plastic, I use them to make tissue boxes.
C: You are very intelligent!
A: I have many out-of-date shirts, I don’t use them for anything.
B: Too bad! They are made from cotton, why don't you use
them to make some dolls!
C: That is a good idea. I will try to do so and donate them to
poor kids.
Talk about percentages:
A: How much money do you have per month?
B: I get 5000 baht per month from my parents.
C: I see. What do you do with it then?
B: I spend exactly half of it on my food. How about you two?
A: Let me think, my parents only give me 4000 baht, and I spend
well over 30 percent on transport.
C: For me, I spend nearly half of my money on housing.
A: How much do you spend on other goods? I actually spend
just over 10 percent.
B: I spend about 20 percent on my clothes.
C: I spend nearly 30 percent on cosmetics.
Changing your life:
A: Did you hear that Sam got a promotion?
B: No, I didn't. Well, he deserves it! Oh! There he is.
C: Hi guys….
A: What's the matter? You should be very happy.
C: I am thinking of leaving my job. Even though they pay me well,
this isn't the life I want.
B: I agree with you. You should follow your heart and get a job
you like.
A: I disagree. This job can help you buy your freedom.
B: Well, if you quit, what will you do then?
C: I am dreaming of travelling around the world for a while.