English Recordings

1. They worked on Monday, but they didn't on Tuesday.
2. What time did you get there?
3. Did your parents have a good trip? Yes, they did.
4. She had a pen, but she didn't have any paper.
5. We went to the movies, but we didn't enjoy the film.
6. I finished work early. How about you? Did you finish work early?
7. I took a shower.
8. I bought a magazine.
9. I was late for the meeting.
10. Gerhard did some work in the yard, but he didn't do any work in the house.

Dear Father Christmas,

I'm Sarah, I'm 12 and I'm English, from Oxford.
Christmas is coming and I am very excited.
This year, I have NOT been a very good girl, but ...anyway, this is a list of presents for me and my family. For Christmas,
- my brother John would like a video game, and a Monopoly electronic.
- my little sister would like rollerblades and tickets to go to a basketball match
- as for me, I'd like a new tennis racket, a jacket and a scarf
Thank you for bringing me my presents. I wish you a merry Christmas.

Lots of love xxx

Soccer is the most popular sport in the world and it's a big part of life in Brazil. People here love to watch and play soccer in their free time. In Brazil you don't need a pitch or expensive boots to play soccer. People play soccer in the street and on the beach. Children often play with no boots.
Some people think that Brazilians are good at soccer because they learn a special way to play when they are children. They learn to play a type of soccer called futsal. There are five players in each team. The ball is small, but it's full of sand so it's very heavy. Futsal started in South America, but now it's popular in many other countries.

Let's cut up the chicken before serving it.
The article was yellow with age. Someone had cut it out of a newspaper many years ago.
It would be nice to cut down the working day to six hours.
You can cut the sleeves off the jacket and wear it again.
At last he managed to cut down cigarettes to three a day.
Steve kept silent most of the time and only cut in two or three times.
It's time for people to think how they can cut down the electricity they use.
The notice was made up of letters cut out of a magazine.
Cut up the vegetables, mix them and add some oil.
When she became 16, she cut off her plaits.
I think he feels cut off from his friends.

The wood was cut down and taken away.
Why don't you cut the photo out and paste it in your album?
Try to cut down the article by about 100 words.
"I'd like to know the truth," Alex cut in.
Cut the tops off carrots before coocking them.
The doctor advised him to cut down his working hours.
When he talks he doesn't allow anyone to cut in with a word.
The little girl loves cutting flowers out of postcards.
I always cut up grandfather's meat for him.
He cut off a thick slice of bread and spread it with butter.
My doctor says I should cut down on salt.
After the rains several villages were cut off by the flood.
They cut off the electricity last week and the villagers could neither cook nor watch television.
Look, I've cut this article out of a magazine for you.
The patient was so weak that the nurse had to cut up his food for him and put the pieces into his mouth.
The big tree in front of the window had to be cut down for the sake of safety.

I usually wake up at 7 o’clock except on Sundays when I like to sleep in.
The first thing I do after getting up is having a shower.
After my shower, I get dressed and have breakfast.
I normally have milk and cereal with a cup of coffee.
When I have finished breakfast, I always clean my teeth.
Most days, I leave the house at quarter to eight and walk to the subway station which is 2 minutes from my flat.
I usually take the underground because it’s quicker but sometimes I catch the bus.

From 9 to 5 I work in an office.
If I’m busy I have a sandwich at my desk for lunch.
Otherwise I go to the nearby coffee shop with a colleague.
After sitting in front of a computer screen for most of the day, I need to get some exercise.
So, after work I always go to the gym.
In the evening I like to relax by listening to some music with a glass of wine.
I rarely go out during the week but on Saturdays I often go to the movies with my girlfriend.

I usually go to bed at half past 10 but if I’m tired, I go to bed earlier.
One thing I never do is drink coffee in the evening. It stops me from sleeping.

I'm John
I'm Emma
I'm 10 years old - I'm 11 years old
I'm French, but I'm from Geneva.
I'm of Swiss origin.
I'm an only child.
I'm fine.
I'm a pupil and I'm in year 7.
I'm a rugby fan - I'm a Harry Potter fan.

rugby - football - table tennis - video games - reading - youtube
French - Swiss - Turkish - Moroccan - Algerian - Ethiopian - Russian - Spanish - Portuguese - German - Austrian - Italian -

There is Buzz Lightyear. He has a very cool costume (white, green and purple). He can fly and he can make very tasty gingerbread.
But Buzz Lightyear has a problem. He can't sing. And he is very sad about it.

First he goes to Amber.
"What's your problem, Buzz?", she asks.
"I can't sing. Can you help me?", says Buzz.
"I'm sorry. I can't help you. I can't sing."

Next Buzz goes to Roy.
"What's your problem, bro?", he asks.
"I can't sing. Can you help me?", says Buzz.
"I'm sorry. I can't help you. I can't sing too."

Finally Buzz goes to Minion.
"What's your problem, Buzz?", asks Minion.
"I can't sing. Can you help me?", says Buzz.
"Yes, sure."
Then Minion teaches Buzz to sing. They give a concert together in the Magical Forest.
Now Buzz is the happiest toy in the world!

One day when I am President.

One day when I am President,
I'll be the one in charge.
I'll solve a lot of problems.
Problems small and large.

I'll make sure no one litters.
They'll keep our country clean.
I'll make them plant some trees.
We'll make our landscape green.

One day when I am President,
I'll be the one to say,
No one needs to be so mean,
So be nice every day.

I'll make the bad guys stop,
I'll make them do what's right.
I'll take care of everyone.
Our future will be bright.

One day when I am President,
I'll be the one in charge.
I'll solve a lot of problems.
Problems small and large.

Theresa Gaughan

Manager: Hello, come in, please sit down!

Candidate: Hi thank you, what a lovely summer camp!

Manager: Thank you, so... which job are you applying for?

Candidate: I'm applying for the job as an activity leader.

Manager: Okay... erm, can you tell me a little bit about yourself?

Candidate: Sure I ... well, my name is Josh I live near the camp. I'm studying law at the moment, I'm a very caring, protective person, but I'm also very dynamic. I have a good sense of humor and I love entertaining people.

Manager: Have you ever worked before?

Candidate: Yes I have, I've worked as a waiter in a café, but you know, serving coffee isn't as fun as working with children.

Manager: And, have you ever worked with children?

Candidate: No I haven't, not officially I mean, well ... I have always taken care of my two little brothers. I love outdoor activities and I really enjoy creating games and challenges for my brothers and cousins outside. I know how to entertain children and protect them. I have a first-aid certificate.

Manager: How long have you been creating challenges for them?

Candidate: I have been creating challenges for about five years now. There are tons of games I can make them play, I could put them in a book. Children never get bored with me.

Manager: So, what would you do if you worked for us?

Candidate: If I worked for you, I would put a smile on the children's faces every day. I would teach them about the dangers of the forest, of the lake. They would really be happy to have me as their activity leader I think.

Manager: Well, thank you for coming, we'll let you know about our decision very soon!

Candidate: Thank you for having me for the interview!