Step 1
Study the powerpoint to learn this week’s idioms.
Step 2
Now that you are a little more familiar with the idioms, listen to the dialogue. Can you hear the idioms in the conversation?
Step 3
Now, read the script of the dialog. Listen to the dialog again. This is one of the best ways to build your listening skills!
Nathan: | Oh no! What am I going to do! |
Johanna: | What are you talking about? What’s going on? |
Nathan: | I just got an email informing me that my company’s head honcho is coming in next week! |
Johanna: | Why is that such a terrible thing? |
Nathan: | Well, I’m behind on one of my projects! Once he finds out, heads are going to roll. |
Johanna: | Hey,get your head together! You are a great employee. He knows that. Besides, I am sure that you are going to get the job done. You always do! |
Nathan: | Now you are giving me a swelled head, but thanks for the support. |
Johanna: | I mean what I say Nathan. You know, I’m heading out for a couple of hours. When I come back, I’ll bring some coffee. Maybe we can sit down and work together on this. |
Nathan: | Thanks Johanna. |
Johanna: | Don’t mention it! By the way, can I get you something to go with your coffee? |
Nathan: | Sure, why don’t you pick me up a …. ? |
Now take a moment to study these flashcards and some other activities!
Quiz
Head idioms
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