Dialogue 1:
A: I can't believe what happened,Dad.
B: Why? What happened?
A: I lost in the science fair.
B: No,you didn't.You got second place.
A: I should have got first place. The winning exhibit wasn't as good as mine.
B: I think you're right,son.
A: Life's not fair.
B: That's true. It's important that you learn that lesson.
A: That doesn't make me feel any better.
B: You should see that the important thing is that you did do a better job,
A: Really?
B: Of course it does. You can't always win,but if you keep doing well,
A: Thanks, Dad. That makes me feel a little better.
B: No problem.You mom's fixing dinner, so we'd better hurry home.
Dialogue 2:
A: Why are you so sad, honey?
B: I miss my dog,Oscar.
A: I know you do, Linda. I miss Oscar too.
B: Why did we give him to Grandma and Grandpa?
A: You know why. He was getting too big for our little house.?
B: So what?
A: Don't you think that's a little selfish?
B: Why is that selfish,Mommy?
A: Isn't Oscar happier playing on that big farm with Grandpa?
B: Yes,but doesn't he miss me too?
A: Of course,he does, but whenever we go visit Grandpa and Grandma, then you can see him.
B: I hope we go up there soon.
A: We will, honey. We'll see them soon.
B: Good. Then I can play with Oscar.
Dialogue 3:
A: Today was awful.
B: Have a seat and tell me about it.
A: I got fired from the store.
B: The sporting goods store? Why?
A: The boss said I came in late too many times.
B: Why were you late?
A: I had to finish a test at school.
B: That's not fair, but you didn't like that job anyway.
A: I know, but I needed the money to buy my Dad's car.
B: Look at the bright side.
A: What could be the bright side?
B: This job was getting in the way of school.
A: I guess that's reassuring.
B: That's understandable.
A: Thanks.
B: My friend works at restaurant,and they need people. We'll go over there tomorrow and
A: That sounds good to me.
Dialogue 4:
A: I can't believe I said that to your parents at dinner.
B: What? What did you say?
A: That we have to work a lot for money righ now.
B: What's wrong with saying that?
A: They'll think we're asking for a loan.
B: No, they wouldn't think that.
A: They'll certainly think I'm not a good husband.
B: Why? They like you very much.
A: Because it seems like I can't provide for you.
B: That's silly. They know we're just getting started in life.
A: Maybe you're right.
B: Of course. I'm right.I know my parents. Don't worry about it.
A: Good. I guess that's reassuring
Dialogue 5:
A: Why are you so upset?
B: I'm just worried. My grandfather is in the hospital.
A: Why? What's wrong with him?
B: He fell down yesterday and broke his leg.
A: Oh,that's awful. I'm sure he'll recover.
B: Maybe, but he's getting older, I worry about him.
A: I feel the same way about my grandfather, but you shouldn't worry so much.
B: Why?
A: Your grandmother can take care of him. She's in good health and she's a very good person.
B: That's some consolation, I suppose. I just feel bad that I don't have more time to look
A: They probably wouldn't want you to be tired down with them.
B: You're right, but I still worry.