Time and date
397
A: What time is it?
B: It's a quarter to five.
A: What time will this show be over?
B: I'm not sure, but it should be over soon.
398
A: How long do you think it'll take?
B: What day of the week is it?
A: Today is Monday.
B: Then it should be done by this weekend.
※ What day is it doday? - Today is Monday.
What date is it today? - April 4th.
399
A: I think my watch is about five minutes fast.
B: What time does it say?
A: 11:20.
B: Right. Mine says a quarter past eleven.
400
A: What time do you want me to be there?
B: About 7:30.
A: What time is the party?
B: It starts at 8:00.
401
A: When is your birthday?
B: July eighth.
A: What would you like to do on your birthday?
B: Something special with you.
402
A: What's the time difference between Tokyo and New York?
B: I think it's about fourteen hours.
A: Isn't it longer than that?
Hurrying the time
403
A: What took you so long?
B: I had another appointment just before I got here.
A: I'm in a big hurry myself.
※ I have an appointment. (O) I have a promise. (X)
404
A: Please hurry up! Time is running out.
B: Don't rush me. I won't be long.
A: You always say that.
B: You're alway so impatient.
405
A: I'm sorry , but we're behind schedule.
B: Then when should I check back with you?
A: Sometime next week will be fine.
B: Should I call first?
406
A: How long will it take to have this radio fixed?
B: It won't be more than an hour or two.
A: Really? I thought it would take all day.
B: Oh not! Not if I do it myself.
407
A: I'll be ready in a few minutes.
B: Take your time, Bill.
A: Do you think we can make it on time?
B: Yes, we don't have to rush.
408
A: Did you make it on time?
B: Yes, I think I picked an ideal time for the interview.
A: What do you mean?
B: The boss had just arrived when I got there.
Listen an repeat the short version.
1. Why were you so late?
2. Where was he yesterday?
3. What was she doing last night?
4. Who were they talking to?
5. Where was it found?