1. Arnold Schwarzeneggera-- Great Big Star
Amold Schwarzenegger is big. He is 188cm tall. His chest is huge. I'm his fan. Maybe you are his fan too. Many people in the world are his fans. He and his wife are supporters of disabled children. His work with children and the disabled is very important to him.

2. Couch Potatoes 电视懒虫
She watches too much TV. She doesn't work. She eats too much junk廉价 food and fast food. She wants to find a job again. But it's difficult.

3. The Boy's Toothache
The boy's name is Karl. His mother took him to the dentist's because he had a toothache. He was very nervous at first. The doctor's words made him feel comfortable. The nurse had a warm smile on her face. After the check , Karl and his mother went to McDonald's and the tailor's. The delicious food and the new suit made Karl forget all about his toothache.

4. Mr.Brown's Family
Mr. and Mrs. Brown have two sons. They also have a dog. They have a big house in a small town. The Browns have a garden. There are some trees in it. They have two cars. They don't have much money in the bank. They are having a party. There are many people at his party, but there's very little food. There's not much meat. There are only a few cans of coke and a little orange juice. Everyone is happy because there's  plenty of beer.

5. Shopping
A: Do you like my jacket?
B: I like it, it's beautiful. Is it expensive?
A: No, it isn't. It's actually really cheap.
B: Is it on sale?
A: No, but it's cheap.
B: Is it your birthday gift?
A: Yes, you get it！You are really smart!

6. Greetings
A: Hi. What's new?
B: Nothing. How about you?
A: I am  busy. How is your business?
B: So-so.
A: How about a drink tonight?
B: Great. When do you want to make it?
A: This evening. ok?
B: OK. But where do we meet?
A: At the Youth Club.
B: All right.

7. A Busy Family
It's a busy day at the Wang's house. Mr. Wang is fixing his bike. Mrs. Wang is  writing a letter. Their daughter is reading a book. Their son is exercising. Even the dog is busy. It is chasing a cat. The cat is running for its life. The Wangs are busy, but they're having fun.

8. I Was Late for Work Yesterday
A: I was late for work yesterday.
B: What happened? Did you get up late?
A: No, I didn't get up late.
B: Did you miss the bus?
A: No, I didn't miss the bus.
A: A thief stole my bicycle!

9. Nancy Will Retire
Nancy will retire next year. she is going to open a small fashion house. It will be  a small familly business. she will make dress for fine ladies. she won't make a lot of money, but it'll be enough. He daugher is going to finish college. she' going to find a job. He son is going to get his driver's license. He's going to save money to buy a used car. It's going to be a happy year for all of them. Happy new year.

10.1 Sarah's Company
Sarah Clark owns and manages Clark Food Chain Stores. Her stores sell eight "speciaity" foods. At present , 100 people work at Clark Food Stores. Harvey Brown is Sarah's assistant. Suzie Smith, the sales manager, oversees sales work in all stores. Business at Sarah Clark Food company is good. And the Company is growing. Grouth, however, brings new problems and concerns.

10.2 John's Best Friend
Hohn seldom gets together with his friends. He usually stays at home with his pet dog. Luck, They sometimes go for long walks in the park . Although Jack is often alone. Heis never lonely. He alway tells his friends that a dog is man's best friend.

11.1 Not Now
Mike and Susan have known each other for two years. They have talked about getting married since  last year. Mike has already decided to marry Susan. However, Susan has not really made up her mind yet. She likes mike a lot but she doesn't want to get married so early. So, Mike has to wait.

11.2  A letter from Mary
I have just heard from my sister Mary. She's in America. She has been there for about a year. Mary is a student. She studies in Rice University and majors in Literature. She has just bought a second-hand car and rented a house. mary has never been abroad before, but she finds her life interesting there.

12.1 They are in pocket
Mum: Naughty boy! Did you fight with others? Look！You have lost your front teeth.
Tom: No mummy, I haven't  lost my front teeth. They are in my pocket

12.2 She had a Bad Cold
Mary: Where are you yesterday?
Jack: I was at home.
Mary: Why did you stay at home.
Jack: I was talking care of sally.
Mary: what's  wrong with her?
Jack: she had a bad cold.
Mary: Is she getting better?
Jack: Yes, Thanks.

13.1 You Have Got a Flu
Ah-Chool. Flu is coming. You may feel bad. Your throat may be a little sore. Your nose will start running. You may Cough too. Then, You can be certain, You have got a flu.

13.2 It Must Be...
Can you recognize that Woman, Mary? I think I can, Tom. It must be Dami moore, the famous actress. I thought so. Who's that beside her? That must be Bruce Willis. Bruce Willis, The actor? It can't be. Let me have another look. I think you're right! Isn't he her  third husband? No. He must be her fouth or fifth.

14.1  Killing Two Birds with One Stone
Dam must take a day off tomorrow. He has to tke care of his sick mother. He ought to talk to his boss, but he is afriad. His boss might get angry with him. What should Dan do？He can take the work home. This way, He can kill two birds with one stone.

14.2 Ticket for play
A: May I have two tickets, Please?
B: I'm sorry, we've sold out.
A: What a pity!
C: Can I return these two tickets?
B: Certainly.
A: Could I have those two tickets, Please?
B: Certainly. But they are for next Wednesday's performance. Do you still want them?
A: I might as well  have them.

15.1 Yes I am
You are studying Englis at the moment, Joe, aren't you?
Yes, I am.
I imagine the intonation of your language isn't exactly the same as English intonation, is it?
No, It isn't.
All languages are different in that way, aren't they?
Yes, they are.
There aren't many Englishmen that speak your language really well, are there?
No, there aren't.

15.2 Yes or No
Your parents both take sugar in their tea, don't they?
My mother doesn't.
Oh! thought she did. And none of your family likes coffee, do they?
I do.

16 A Barking Dog does Not Bite
"Tom," Said his father, "Put on your cap and coat." "Let's go for a walk, shall we?" "OK." Said Tom happily he put on his cap and coat and said, "Father, let's go now." Tom and his father went out into the street. Suddenly, they saw a big dog. Tom started running at once. His father said, "Don't be afraid, Tom！ A barking dog doesn't bite!" "Oh, yes," said Tom, "I know the proverb, and you know the proverb, but does the dog know the proverb?"

17 What a Pity?
What a nice day it is！
Yeah! And how fresh I am after such a long peaceful night sleep! Why not go to the Great Wall?
That's interesting! But the Great Wall is so far away!
We can take the tourist bus there. How about Jenny, will she go with us？ Jenny?
No, She has to finish six course papers this summer.
Oh, poor little girl!
What a pity!
How boring the journey will be with her!

18.1 My Best Friend
My best friend is the most thoughful person. When I'm sad, he is the most sympathetic. When I'm sick, He is  the  most concerned. When I'm in trouble, he is the most helpful. He is the dosest person to me. He is my father. He's the fattest and heaviest man in my family. He is the harest working one in the office.

18.2 I like Jane Better
Do you like Mary and Jane?
I like Mary.
Why?
Jane's OK, But Mary's pettier, wiser, and more considerate. What about you?
I like Jane better.
why?
She's richer.
You become more realistic.
The richer I become, the happier I am.

19.1 Secret for a long Happy Life
A woman walked toward a little old man. He was rocking in a chair on his porch. The woman said to him, "You look very happy. Can you tell me your secret for a long, Happy life?" "I smoke like chimney." he said. "I take to drink, eat fatty food. and nerver exercise. "You are crazy," the woman said, "How old are you?" "To be himest with you, I'm twenty"

19.2 Do They Bite?
"We have two dogs. Would you like to come around and play with them." "Well, I don't know. Do they bite?" "We hope you can tell us."

20.1 Silly Son
"What are you doing?" "I'm witting a letter to myself." "What does it say?" "How do I know, I won't get it until tomorrow." "Then what's the gash on your forehead?" "I bit myself." "How on earth could you do that?" "I stood on a chair."

20.2 It's Mine
Whose test paper is this ? It's mine, ma'am. And whose test paper is this? It's Tony's. And why are your answers exactly the same as his? Because Tony has eyes in the bak of his head.

21.1 Little Indian Boys
One little, two little, three little Indians. Four little, five little, six little Indians. Seven little, eight little, nine little Indians. Ten little Indian boys.

21.2 My schedule
I have lunch at noon. I take a rest after lunch. I have music lessons at 2 p.m. I play games  from 3:00 to 4:00. School is over at five. I get home at half past five. Supper is ready at six. I do my homework from 7:00 to 8:00. Then I watch TV for half an hour. And then I go to bed at nine.

22.1 When is Your Birthday
A：When is your birthday?
B: My birthday is on Thursday this year.
A: It's on the thirtieth of April?
B: Yes. I was born on April 3th,1979.
A: Are you going to have a party?
B: Oh, Yes. It's my twentieth birthday.
B: Please come to my birthday party?
A: Thank you. When is your party?
B: At 6 p.m. On Thursday.
A: where?
B: At a nearby chinese restaurant.

22.2 Four Seasons
December, January, and February are the winter months in North. America. Winter is a cold season. Spring is a pretty season. The spring months are March, April and May. Summer is a hot season. The summer months are June, July and August. The season after summer is autumn. The autumn months are septermber, October, and November.

23 Tony and His Family
I have a good friend. His name is Tony. He speaks English. He plays tennis. Tony has an elder sister. Her name is Tina. Tina speaks Spanish. She Plays the piano. Their Parents are Mr. And Mrs. Smith. The Smiths are my neighbors. There is a good restaurant on the street. There is a good restaurant on the street. On Sunday we often have supper there.

24 Mrs. Lee's Kitchen
There are mice in Mrs. Lee's kitchen! There's a mouse on the kitchen table. There's a mouse behind the stove. There are mice inside the cupboard! Why isn't Mrs. Lee's cat catching the mice? Because It's in a tree. It's staring at the dog with fear.

25 To Be Criticized
Oh no! I don't like being Criticized Being criticized is awful！ I don't want to be criticized either. But sometimes criticism is welcomed since it can help you to know more about yourself. Because the eak points are always neglected by people themselves, and they take time to be noticed and thus crrrected. But sometimes people may be hurt by inappropriate eritioism, and that is why so many complaints are made between managers nd clerks.

26.1 An Unexpected Guest
One day, an unexpected guest came to my house. He was a disappointed man, His newly-born baby had died. His beloved wife left him. He was once a hard-working person in the office. But now he became depressed. He seldom read interesting books. He never watches exciting matches. He only enjoys collecting fallen leaves.

26.2 In the cinema
A small boy was sitting alone in a cinema waiting for the film to begin. A woman sitting next to him said: "you are too young to be in the cinema alone!" "Who bought you the ticket?" The boy looked embarrassed. "My father bought the ticket." he said."Where is your father now?" "He is at home looking for the ticket"

27 Learning English is Like Building a House
Learning English is like building a house. laying a string foundation is the first step. Your must practice speaking English every day. It is no use learning without thinking. Memorizing new words is also helpful. Don't say you have no aptitude for language. If you try your best, you'll succeed in reaching your goal.

28 The flies
One morning, some public health inspectors came to inspect a factory. They were surprised to find a lot of files. They complained to the factory manager. He promised to get rid of them. He asked the inspectors to come back at noon and inspect the room again. At noon, The inspectors returned to the washrooms. All the flies had gone. They congratulated the man on solving the problems. The manager was pleased to hear that. But the seemd a little nervous. He asked the inspectors not to stay too long. The manager explained: "all the flies are in the dining hall because it's lunch time now, but they'll be back soon."

29 Cosmetics
It is prbale that men first painted their faces many thousands of year ago. The purpose is that they wanted to frighten their enemies in war. It is said that women in Egypt used cosmetics more than four thousand years ago. These women had different kinds of paint for different seasons of the year. Who invented the face-pack is unknown. But a recipe for face-pack was mentioned in a book written by a Roman poet. Face-pack made from flouor, eggs and other materials makes the face smoother and brighter than a mirror. That's why women like it so much. Today it is common that women and girls use make up in public.

30 Pain
All of us have felt pain. Some of us suffer pain rarely. And others have painful attacks all the time. But most of us don't know why pain comes in so many for us. And few of us know what are the different ways to top it. Today's program tells what scientists have discovered about pain, And how doctors are helping to fight it. Nobel Peace Prize winner Albert Schweitzer once said: "Pain is a more terrible lord of mankind than even death itself." This is because we feel pain. It is true that pain can take complete control of our body and mind. Yet we need pain. Without is, We would not know if we have hurt ourselves. It's our body's waring system. It tell us that we  are in jured and should do something about it.

31 What's more important
Many people complain that computers are taking over people's jobs. But in fact, computers only take over work that people find boring and unsatisfying. This allows those people whose work is taken over by a computer to develop a much more important talent. That talent is for making gdecisions and other more important things. This is one way to look at  people as a company's greatest wealth. Think about it. What would a company be without all of the thousands of people who work in it every day? Do you think people are a company's greatest Wealth?

32 Something about Atom
Athere are so many things in the world that are so different from one another that the variety is bewildering. Yet all these things, different as they seem, have one thing in common. All of them are made up of small particles. In fat, if you look at a piece of paper or at some other objects, it doesn't seem to be made of particles at all. It seems to be one solid piece. But suppose you look at a beach from an airplane. It would seem to be all one piece of ground. It is only when you get down on that beach and look closely that you see it is really made up of small grains of sand. Now the particles that make up everything about as are much smaller than grains of sand. They are so small, in fact, that most powerful microscope could not make them large enought to be seen. The particles are so small that there are more of them in a grain of sand than there are grains of sand on a large beach. A hundered millions of them laid down side by side would make a line only about an inch long. These tiny particles are called atons.

33.1 If I Went Home Early
A: Do you think the boss would be angry if I went home early?
B: Yes, I do. As a matter of fact,I think she'd be very angry.
B: I wouldn't go home early if i were you.
A: maybe you are right.

33.2 The Rock Brownie
Mr. and Mrs. Miller didn't follow the directions on the box when they baked brownies yesterday. If they had followed the directions, they would have used the right ingredients. And if they had used the right ingredients, the brownies probably wouldn't have been as hard as rocks! Had it not been for the rock brownie, Mr. Miller's tooth would not have bee broken. If he had not broken his tooth, he would not be in hospital now. Oh, poor Mr. Miller!

34.1 A piece of Whale Meat
A young clerk took his wife to an expensive restaurant. All the people around were dressed up and speaking in a low voice. This made him feel uneasy, But he had to behave as if he were very rick. The waiter suggested they order their specialty. And his wife insisted they need some ice-cream first. At last they ordered two glasses of wine. After they had finished eating, the clerk was surprised at the cost of the wine. He asked why. The waiter said: " In our restaurant, a glass of wine costs the same a bottle of wine." "It's the same with many thing here." "It's one of our rules." the young clerk's wife bacame very pale, when she heard this. "I wish I'd known about that-rule earlier," She said. "I had a piece of whale meat for dinner." "I wish I had supper somewhere else."

34.2 Had It Not Been for then Alarm Clock...
Alice's alarm clock didn't ring this morning. She really wishes it had ring. If it had rung, she wouldn't have been late for work this morning. She wishes she were a bird so that she could get there in a second. Had it not been for the alarm clock, She wouldn't have been late.

35 Writing Home Again?
Mary: writing home agin?
John: Oh, Yes,
Mary: How often?
John: Once a month.
Mary: Why not see the film?
John: I saw it yesterday.
Mary： Really? What do you think of that.
John: oh good.

36 Golden Oldie
A: So what's your favorite golden oldie?
B: You mean my favorite sony? Heardly could I answer you for ther eare so many.
A: How about your favorite Beatles song?
B: Let me see. It has gotta be "Yesterday!". I like it very much.
A: So am I, What else?
B: Then comes "Let it be".
A: It seems that your are a beatles' fan.
B: your can say that. Now comes your turn. Do you like pop music?
A: Of course, But I can't stand rock music because it's too loud.
B: Neither can I.
A: Hey, Here's your favorite.
B: let me have a liik. My Gosh It's  a CD of Beatles's hits. Nowhere else could I find such a good one. Thanks a lot.

37 Spring
Everyone likes spring. Grass grows, Birds chip. Hills trun from pale to green. Ice melts away, river's begin to sing. Spring brings us hope. She fills our hearts with colorful dreams. She encourages us to start again.