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アメリカ口語教本 上級用 |
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Lesson 1 The Big Top |
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One of my brothers went to the circus last week. |
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Preparations for presenting a circus require the work of hundreds of men. |
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A policeman sometimes has to risk his life in order to perform his duty. |
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It is difficult to get used to the climate of Japan. |
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The sick man took his suffering as a matter of course. |
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American folk tales have been handed down from generation to generation. |
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This book is to be read by every student. |
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I don't mind if you use my radio. |
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Mr. Brown is fond of golf; what's more, he likes to go fishing. |
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The Salk Vaccine has enabledmany people to become immune to polio. |
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War and Peace provides a vivid account of the Napoleonic Wars in Russia. |
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War and Peace provides the reader with a vivid account of the Napoleonic Wars in Russia. |
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Although the weather report predicted rain, surprisingly enough, the day turned out to be clear and sunny. |
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Dr. Jones is a highly respected member of his community, but in real life he beats his wife and mistreats his children. |
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The music captivated the listeners with its sadness. |
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Children the world over enjoy going to the circus. |
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Mr. Brown congratulated Mr. Smith on his new automobile, but at heart he was filled with envy. |
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Success in business depends on luck and hard work. |
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Mary praised her little sister with all her heart. |
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Although Mr. Green was a cripple, he went on to become a great painter. |
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Mr. Brown had to work in his office, but his heart was on the golf course. |
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Lesson 2 It's in the Bag. |
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It is often pointed out that America is one of richest nations in the world. |
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Many explorers want to Florida in an attempt to discover the Fountain of Youth. |
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It takes about ten days to travel from Yokohama to San Francisco by ship. |
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Mrs. Brown 's children are not allowed out after dark. |
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Napoleon's downfall was brought about by excessive ambition. |
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Jimmy tried to study , but finally he gave in to his sleepiness and went to bed. |
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No sooner had Jimmy appeared walking down the street than his dog ran to meet him. |
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Mr. Brown is often referred to as the friendliest man in the neighborhood. |
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The invention of the jet engine has contributed to the advancement of modern travel. |
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Japan is noted for the prodection of cultured pearls. |
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John's fear of baldness led him to try every new hair tonic that appeared on the market. |
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The eloquent pleas of the preacher prompted his listeners to donate generously to the new-church-building fund. |
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Mr. Brown's funny stories left everyone in an uproar of laughter. |
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Modern science has made much advancement in the last ten years. |
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Instead of going to New York, Mr. Brown decided to go to Chicago on his vacation. |
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Mr. Brown stopped for a haircut on his way home from work. |
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I'm sure I put out the lights and turned off the gas before leaving the house. |
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Jimmy deliberately pretended he had a sore throat just so he wouldn't have to go to school. |
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Jimmy left for school just an hour ago. |
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Some children are inclined to think that grownups lack imagination. |
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I feel so good today I'd like to go hiking or something. |
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If I were a king, I would be the happiest man in the world. |
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Mrs. Smith said her daughter has been chosen to make a movie in Hollywood, but she was talking through her hat. |
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This road is under construction. Proceed at your own risk. |
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The doctor said he would take full responsibility for her welfare. |
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Lesson 3 Killing with Kindness |
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Nowadays no one will dispute the fact that the earth is round. |
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To say that man is a rational animal is to say that he is a creature composed of body and soul. |
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A good soldier must put devotion to duty before his own desires. |
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When we look back over the years, we can all think of good opportunities that we wasted. |
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Northern Japan is outstanding for the production of apples and pears. |
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Madam Curie's great devotion to science will always live in man's memory. |
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The little puppy brightened the life of the sick child. |
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In talking about philosophy, we must remember that it is a very abstract science. |
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If John is here, I want to talk to him. |
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The sudden drop in temperature might be considered to be a sign of an approaching storm. |
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It is difficult to say whether the modern world has produced any really great poets. |
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His kindness and generosity are motivated by a sincere love of his fellowman. |
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Mrs. Jones runs a beauty parlor in Cleveland. |
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Even though the teacher scolded the pupils, he had their best interests at heart. |
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Doctor Brown practiced medicine in a small country town for years. |
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Jimmy delights in teasing his little sister. |
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The Wright Brothers made many unsuccessful attempts to build a flying machine before they finally succeeded. |
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To say that Mr. Brown died laughing does not literally mean that he died. |
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It merely means he laughed very hard. It is used figuratively. |
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My favorite radio program is not necessarily the same as yours. |
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Although John was still hungry, he refused a second piece of pie out of politeness. |
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The unexpected guest put Mrs. Brown to a lot of trouble. |
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You can't expect me to give you my new fur coat. |
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Mr. Brown was so busy he had to turn down an invitation to play golf. |
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Lesson 4 College Life in America |
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Mrs. Brown's children are notorious for their bad manners. |
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The priests were frantic when they discovered a valuable statute had disappeared from the church. |
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Mrs. Brown was left standing in the rain for five minutes while her husband tried to unlock the door. |
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Jimmy won a scholarship which enabled him to go to college. |
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Mr. Brown indulges in a hot bath every night before going to bed. |
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Professor Smith seems to be very serious and formal, but he has his humorous side as well. |
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We spent three weeks in Japan on our trip around the world. |
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Every student in the advanced English class is expected to study at least an hour every day. |
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All through his life Chopin gave first place to the study of music. |
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Repetition plays an important role in language study. |
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Many young couples engage in frequent quarrels after their marriage. |
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The teacher tested the students with many difficult questions. |
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The members of the committee will be designated by a blue ribbon. |
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The orator's speech consisted of a series of short, humorous stories. |
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The children took a great delight in the antics of the monkey. |
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With the dawn of the Atomic Age, science has undergone a drastic change. |
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Jimmy said his throat was sore and he wanted to eat nothing but a little ice cream. |
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We drove through city after city till we finally reached our destination. |
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Mrs. Brown was opposed to drinking whiskey and smoking cigarettes. |
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If you want tickets to this radio program, all you have to do is send us a postcard with your name |
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and address, and we will mail them to you. |
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The number of people who die of old age is greater than the number of those who die of accidental causes. |
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It is difficult for a son to always live up to the expectations of his parents. |
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Mr. Brown's jokes added something humorous to the party. |
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Lesson 5 Zoos and People |
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When Mr. Brown returned home, he found that everyone had gone to bed. |
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Modern clothing is designed to be inexpensive and comfortable. |
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A visit to the zoo will acquaint you with many kinds of animals. |
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Leonardo da Vinci was a great inventor in addition to being a great artist. |
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In planning a vacation, one must take into consideration how he is going to travel. |
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All the children were anxious to get a taste of the ice cream. |
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If you can afford to travel to Europe, it will enrich your education. |
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Besides being valuable this diamond is very rare. |
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Reading good books serves many purposes. It is not only educational but enjoyable as well. |
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Modern medecine has made great contributions to the health and welfare of mankind. |
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The results of the Prime Ministers' conference were instrumental in bringing about peace between |
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Japan and Russia. |
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Mr. Jones had his tooth pulled by the dentist. |
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The most interesting feature about this movie is its beautiful sound. |
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Jimmy insists on taking his dog to bed with him. |
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In spite of directions to the contrary, the pupils wrote their examinations in pencil. |
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Mrs. Brown's children are so contrary that they always do exactly the opposite of what she tells them. |
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The conductor asked the passengers to refrain from smoking in the car. |
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Mr. Jones thought that an inexpensive present would be good enough for the maid. |
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It'll do you good to take a long walk in the country. |
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A woman shouldn't take her spite out on her children just because she's angry at her husband. |
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The dentist saved his patients a lot of pain by giving them a shot of Novocain. |
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Common courtesy demands that we take off our hats in a lady's presence. |
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You must be very tired after your long journey. |
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The children are planning on going on a picnic if it doesn't rain. |
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The weather forecast predicted rain, but it turned out to be a fine day. |
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Don't let on to mother that you caught me smoking. |
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Lesson 6 Black Cat and Rabbit Foot |
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The students were supposedly busy studying, but when the teacher entered the classroom, |
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he found them laughing and shouting. |
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In their ignorance, some people of the Middle Ages thought that lead and other inexpensive metals |
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could be turned into gold. |
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That opera singer makes a practice of eating a big meal after every performance. |
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The four-leaf clover is regarded by many people as a symbol of good luck. |
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In studying a foreign language, nothing can take the place of drill and daily repetition. |
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A high temperature and red spots on the face and body are signs of the measles. |
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The country of the participants in the Olympic Games was signified by a small flag on their jackets. |
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Just as we understand others, so others will understand us. |
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Mrs. Brown believes in the sincerity of her husband. |
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You can make your dreams come true by hard work and confidence in your own ability. |
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Mrs. Brown took her children's jam-stained fingers as evidence that they had eaten her freshly |
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baked jelly doughnuts. |
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The old woman had just turned seventy when she contracted a bad cold and died. |
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Although this book is very inexpensive, I believe there's something to it. |
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The cherry trees of Washington always remind me of spring in Japan. |
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Instead of studying as he should, Jimmy seems to be wasting his time on worthless movies. |
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Lesson 7 The Great Matchbox Collection |
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We are ready to give you an answer to your question. |
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Jimmy's carelessness stems from his laziness. |
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If you unite this wire to an electrical outlet, the lamp will go on. |
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Swimming is ordinarily confined to the summer season. |
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The miser hid his money away in an old mattress. |
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Something bright and shiny in the forest caught the eye of the woodcutter. |
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The girl next door frequently plays with our children. |
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The plays of Shakespeare range from comedies to tragedies. |
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Most people have a deep hatred for liars. |
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Japan is a small country all right, but it is very influential. |
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I was surprised to find that fur coats come that expensive. |
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There's a good explanation behind Jimmy's failure in the exam. |
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The professor is very absent-minded about his classes. He frequently doesn't come to school |
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for his scheduled lectures. |
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Keep an eye on the children while I go to the store. |
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Jimmy got tired of studying so he went outside for a walk. |
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I happened to glance up into the sky, and there was a flock of wild geese flying overhead. |
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The fortunate part about the fire is that we had fire insurance. |
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Lesson 8 Vacation Time |
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The teenagers were excited over the prospect of buying a new car. |
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During the past several years the air has been filled with excitement about unidentified flying objects. |
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The day was warm in the morning, but it ended up being cold. |
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More often than not, the man who always boasts about himself is not very popular. |
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Many people insist on buying clothes that are beyond their means. |
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When the boys opened the box, it proved to contain a dictionary. |
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A doctor must be devoted, but no less important he must be willing to keep up with new |
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developments in medecine. |
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Going to college has many advanatages. |
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The Ladies' Club will meet on a given day each month. |
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Aspirin is the best thing in the world for a headache. |
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Fulbright scholars should make the most of their wonderful opportunity to study in a foreign country. |
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The hikers walked and walked unteil they could go no further. |
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The governor could not resist giving the baby a big kiss. |
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There's a drawback to this plan for redecorating the school. It's too expensive. |
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Mr. White is strictly opposed to gambling. |
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Lesson 9 Leg Pulling |
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The study of English presents an interesting challenge to serious students. |
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You're bound to pass the test if you study. |
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Mr. Jones enjoys books to such an extent that he reads ten hours every day. |
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Professor Jones pointed out the correct answer to the students. |
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Mary's dress is similar to one my mother has. |
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The carpenter turned his talents to building a cage for the squirrel. |
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Her boyfriend slipped and fell on the ice, but he laughed and took it in good humour. |
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Jimmy is a little old to believe in Santa Clause. |
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An actor must learn his part by heart. |
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When the atomioc age dawned, a new source of power was made available to man. |
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My father has given up smoking cigarettes. |
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The weather report says it will rain tomorrow. In the light of that, I think we should postpone our picnic. |
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Playing dominos is a child's game. It's too tame for an adventurous man. |
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When he speaks English, his accent smacks of German. |
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It's a shame that Edgar Allan Poe died when he was so young. |
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Lesson 10 The United States' National Parks |
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Although Mary and Jane were bitter enemies, they had to sit side by side |
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during the meeting of the Ladies' Club. |
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John is named after his father. |
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John hesitated to take the money from his friend. |
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The old woman tried to discourage her son from getting married. |
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Just because I said I don't like jazz, it doesn't follow that I dislike all music. |
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Jimmy 's arm was so sore he could hardly move it. |
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Three months ago, Mr. Green went to California and he hasn't returned yet. |
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It's so cold tonight, we might as well stay home. |
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Lesson 11 The Variety Show. |
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Chopin's artistic talent found expression in music. |
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(Chopin expressed his artistic talent in music.) |
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Mount Fuji is associated with the natural beauty of Japan. |
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(Most people associate Mount Fuji with the natural beauty of Japan.) |
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From the moment the patient began taking vitamin pills, his health showed definite improvement. |
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From the moment atomic power made its appearance, methods of transportation |
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began to make rapid advancement. |
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The ladies went wild over Mrs. Brown's homemade cake. |
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Long after the flames had died away, smoke continued to rise from the ruins of the building. |
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The sophomores didn't know whether they had passed the examination or not. |
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What do you have in mind for dinner tonight? |
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Mozart was a born musician. |
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The carpenter had a lot of trouble fixing the front door of my house. |
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The new furniture is just in keeping with the style of this room. |
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The bartender is so unreliable you can never count on him. |
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Lesson 12 It's a Small World. |
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When spring comes, the day grow longer and longer. |
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The architect made his house bigger by adding another room. |
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The old road that led from Tokyo to Kyoto has been replaced by a new highway. |
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It is one thing to talk about taming lions, but it is quite another to actually engage in such a pursuit. |
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I was tempted to go to the show instead of studying. |
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When my grandmother saw the car was going to hit the tree, she braced herself for the shock. |
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I have an appointment at three o'clock, otherwise I'd visit with you longer. |
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When the girls open this box, they're in for a real surprise. |
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By the time we reached the theater, the play had already begun. |
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Mary was so talented that she seemed destined to become a great piano player. |
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The farmers in Hokkaido were plagued by a terrible scarcity of rice. |
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The exchange student came down with the flu just before she was to leave for Japan. |
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Lesson 13 The Football Expert |
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Bill said he doesn't feel very well. |
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Mr. Brown seems to be carrying his love of golf to an extreme. |
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Mr. Jones was so busy he didn't have time to attend to the leaking water faucet. |
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Bill tried to put his mind to his work, but he kept thinking about the coming party. |
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The Ladies' Club will hold its weekly meeting on Thursday. |
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Napoleon's excessive ambition and the fortunes of war combined to produce his downfall. |
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If it weren't for Mary's stubbornness, she'd admit that she was wrong. |
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The scolding I gave the other children doesn't apply to you. I know you didn't steal any of the cookies. |
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Skill and speed count when a doctor is performing a delicate operation. |
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Cartoons are very amusing, but there's more to some of them than meets the eye. |
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The child kept bothering me with his crying, so I bought him some candy. |
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As long as you have two copies of this book, may I borrow one? |
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Lesson 14 Halloween |
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Mr. Brown is very devoted to his children. He really has their best interests at heart. |
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The woman dressed themselves in old-fashioned costumes for the party. |
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Mr. Green sells brushes from door to door. |
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Children are fond of candy, ice cream, and what not. |
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You are liable to catch cold if you don't wear warm clothing during winter. |
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The students took their revenge on the unfair teacher by refusing to come to class. |
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Mrs. Jones confined herself to a strict diet for several weeks. |
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Leave the dirty dishes to me. I'll wash them later. |
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The children are good for the most part, but sometimes they're inclined to be naughty. |
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Professor Haley frequently refers to the plays of Shakespeare during his lectures. |
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According to the weather report, it will rain tomorrow. |
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A young man came forth from the crowd and began to speak to them in a loud voice. |
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Gradually the conversation began to turn into an argument. |
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John pulled down the window curtains halfway. |
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On the fay following Jimmy's birthday a large package was delivered to his house. |
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My English teacher has all sorts of books in his library. |
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We love to walk downtown and mingle among the crowds on Main Street. |
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John's plans for the party fit right in with my own. |
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I asked Mary to keep what I told her a secret, but she gave away all my plans. |
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The ordinary Japanese meal is not complete without rice. |
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The cat always gets into mischief when we're away, so let's confine him to the cellar. |
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The teenagers should have known better than to try to drive their car down such a narrow street. |
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Lesson 15 Do as the Romans do |
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It is customary to remove your hat when speaking to a lady. |
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I want you to identify youselves by standing when I call your name. |
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You can preserve the life of your clothes by having them cleaned regularly. |
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There are many robbers lurking along the river, so you better not go there. |
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"Silence is golden"is never more true than when are trying to study. |
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Entrance requirements differ from school to school. |
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Too much ambition often results in a man's downfall. |
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When we sat down to discuss our trouble, I decided to tell Mr. Brown just what was bothering me. |
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Have long dresses for women gone out of style? |
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Jimmy is always very careful to be polite to grownups. |
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I was supposed to meet my mother at the station but I forgot all about her. |
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A simple difference of opinion can often give rise to a serious argument. |
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Mr. Tanaka frowns upon his daughter entering that music school. |
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When the teacher entered the room, the children promptly rose. |
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Lesson 16 A Mystery Story |
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Mary enjoys opera, but in a superficial sort of way. |
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Do you prefer coffee or tea? |
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She became more excited than ever when she saw that her brother was going to win the race. |
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Mr. Brown takes a lot of pleasure in golf. |
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Sixteen people applied for membership in the Music Society. |
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When the student awoke, he was surprised to find that he had slept through an earthquake. |
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I'all share my dinner with you if you're really hungry. |
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Chopin had an outstanding talent for improving at the piano. |
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Whenever I see a wheat field, my childhood home comes to mind. |
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Jimmy's amusing story delighted the heart of his old Grandmother. |
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My cousin thought he could successfully match wits with the expert chess player, but he soon |
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discovered that he was going to be defeated. |
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John was delighted to have an opportunity to speak to such a famous man. |
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Vincent thought about the puzzle for a long time, but he couldn't figure out the answer. |
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Ivan has a great surprise in store for him if he tries to match wits with my brother. |
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Most of the students don't want to get mixed up in the school play. |
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The water is good and hot so be careful when you get into the bath. |
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His son was determined to go to college. |
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Bill was determined not to let the teacher's sarcasm get the better of him. |
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The dentist was surprised that little Jane could stand so much pain. |
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If it rains tomorrow, we'll have to call the picnic off. |
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Lesson 17 An Interview |
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In writing a book, an author should keep in mind that it will be read by many people and exert an influence on many lives. |
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Above all, a man must be devoted to his family and friends. |
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The student's appearance must have made a good impression on his teacher. |
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Whenever I reflect on my past life, I can think of many things I should have done but failed to do. |
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Professor Jones always goes on the assumption that his students have prepared the lesson carefully at home. |
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My brother found it very difficult to adjust himself to life in the new school. |
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Loud talking is certainly out of place in a library. |
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Please make yourself at home.John will be back in a few minutes. |
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Mary certainly has a very friendly way about her. |
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The living room is no place to eat that messy fruit. Go into the kitchen. |
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John's apology made up for his rudeness at the dinner table. |
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Lesson 18 Patients and Pills |
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The costume of the actress was a combination of gorgeous silks and satins, arranged in flowing lines. |
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Mr. Brown's cure was the result of following the doctor's advice. |
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Admission to the Old Folks' Society is reserved to people over seventy. |
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Radioactivity from nuclear tests often persists for years and years. |
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Jimmy persists in slamming the door, even though his mother has asked him not to. |
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Mr. Smith grew madder and madder until finally he lost his temper completely. |
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Mr. Jones' bitter sarcasm made a vivid contrast to the quiet humor of Mr. Brown. |
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When Louis was a young boy, he decided to devote himself to the study of medicine. |
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The truly great scholar tries to keep up with the latest developments in his field of study. |
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Mary is very skillful in painting abstract pictures. |
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If you'd try to make light of your worries, you'd find they're not so serious. |
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The governer seemed to be speaking offhand, but actually he had prepared his speech very carefully. |
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Mrs. Brown tried to frighten Jimmy into coming into the house by telling him there was a ghost in the backyard. |
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Mr. Smith's bad cough was serious enough to warrant a thorough checkup by the doctor. |
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If you'd cut down on your recreation and devote more time to your studies, you'd get better marks in school. |
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Lesson 19 Ice Skates and Skis |
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I can't put up with your nonsense any longer. |
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Mrs. Yamamoto looks upon her son's skill in English as the result of the modern teaching techniques used at his school. |
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Everyone eagerly awaits the coming of spring so they can once more enjoy the delight of warm weather. |
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Mary could almost imagine herself dressed in furs and diamonds and making her debut on the stage. |
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The students are all vying with each other to see who can become best in speaking English. |
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The other day when I went downtown, I happened to meet Mr. Jones. |
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Although the doctor told Mrs. Green to go on a diet, she continued to eat cake and ice cream on the sly. |
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During the summer vacation, most of the students head for the beach to relax in the warm sun. |
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With the onset of spring, many flowers fill the air with their fragrance. |
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Do you mind if I go along with you? |
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Bill is so strong that I'm sure he can hold his own in a fight with anyone. ひけをとらない |
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George was at a loss when his little brother asked him to solve the algebra problem. |
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Lesson 20 The Christmas Holidays |
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Jimmy's piano playing was overshdowed by Mary's fine singing. 減らされる |
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The independence of America is commemorated on July fourth. |
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Long before the first guests arrived, Mary had completed the preparations for the party. |
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The students are all busy with preparations for the final exam. |
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You don't need to help me with the dishes. I can manage alone. |
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We could hardly speak for nervousness. |
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My uncle makes it a practice to drink a cup of hot tea before going to bed. |
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Thank you for all the kindness you've shown me during my visit. |
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Alcohol will frequently bring out the worst in people. もっとも悪い結果をもたらす |
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Every morning my mother goes around tidying up the house. して回る |
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Grandmother cheered up all the children by telling them funny stories. |
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This gold watch means a lot to me because it was given to me by my father. |
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Do you mind if I join you in your trip to the country? と一緒になって.. する |
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Lesson 21 Brush and Palette |
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The stranger was so excited he couldn't put his story into words. 言葉に表す |
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If you can read this book and understand it, it will be a tribute to your knowledge of English. 〜のおかげ |
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Mary and John walked hand in hand down the street. |
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I think it's very questionable whether Jimmy would pass history or not. |
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It is freqently pointed out that Descartes departed from the tradition of classical philosophy. 〜から離れる |
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I'm not so much concerned with what you say as with how you act. 〜よりむしろ…に関心がある |
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As we emerged from the hotel, we could see Mount Fuji reflected in the still waters of one of her five lakes. |
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Mary's clothes combine good taste with economy. 〜と…を両方とも持つ |
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I tried to persuade my aunt to go to the doctor, but my arguments seemed to leave her cold. ききめがない |
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This picture is just the thing to brighten up the living room. 〜こそ…するによい |
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All during the principal's talk, the emphasis was on the need for more cooperation among the teachers. |
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The children spoke so fast that no one could make head or tail out of what they were saying. |
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It looks as though Vivian is more likely to win the singing contest than anyone else. |
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Lesson 22 Fiddles and Fifes |
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We'll meet you at the station no matter what time the train arrives. どんなに〜しても |
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Mrs. Brown was really moved by the sad story about the homeless child. 心を動かされる |
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The simple toy gave a lot of enjoyment to the sick child. 大いに喜ばす |
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The doctor's speech stirred feelings of pride in his parents. 〜の感情を起こさせる |
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Mary's desire to help mankind found an outlet in the profession of nursing. …を〜に表わす |
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The statesman's great desire to serve his country was well portrayed in his actions. 描写されている |
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The speech of many Tokyoites is characterized by a rising intonation at the end of the sentence. 特徴がある |
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Although I had Ivan's best interests at heart, he seemed to scorn my advice. 軽蔑する あざ笑う |
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Fritz was so busy he had little or no time to devote to the study of French. ほとんどない |
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As we neared the top of the mountain, it became increasingly difficult to breathe. |
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Mrs. Green gives the impression that she's looking down her nose at you, but she's really very kind. |
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The study of English is very difficult, but it's worth it. それだけの価値がある |
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Mr. Brown likes to linger over the morning newspaper while he's eating breakfast. いつまでも〜している |
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The pupils used to go running through the hallway, until the teacher told them to stop it. だったが、ついに |
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Opinion and prejudice made up the bulk of Senator Jones' argument. 〜は主に….からなっている |
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It is wrong to think that people who have not gone to college are inferior to college graduates. 劣る |
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There's no doubt about it. The politician's story was a downright lie. 全く、本当に |
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Your suggestion seems to make a lot of sense, but I'd like to think about it for a while. |
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Lesson 23 The Good Idea Club |
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I couldn't help loving the little girl because she was so sweet and innocent. |
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The sick child impressed everyone with her patience and good humor. 〜で感心させる |
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Last Christmas many families played host to homeless orphans. Play host to 迎える、受け入れる |
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The new-model cars will make their appearance next June. |
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Jane, unlike the rest of the children in her class, never gets into mischief. |
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Except for you, everyone is going on the picnic. |
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At the most, I can give you three dollars. せいぜい |
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Professor Fisher's speech had everything from humor to bitter irony. 〜から….わたるすべて |
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One day Rip Van Winkle disappeared from town, never to be seen again. 二度と見られない |
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As soon as the train stopped, the teacher motioned the children outside. 〜に出るようにと手で合図をする |
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When I opened my eyes, I found myself lying in the middle of a large field. 〜にいるのがわかる |
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We studied far into the night trying to get ready for the examinations. 夜遅くまで |
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Lesson 24 The Tower of Babel |
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We thought the rope would reach to the end of the yard, but it was too short. 〜まで届く |
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That actor's pleasant personailty is derived from his good humor and understanding, 〜から作られる |
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Many superstitions that were popular in the Middle Ages have now fallen into disbelief. 信じられないようになる |
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Professor Pei has come to be regarded as an authority on modern languages. 〜するようになる |
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The beautiful view from the top of Mount Fuji made our long climb worthwhile. 〜を価値あるものにする |
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This watch is expensive, to be sure, but it is well worth the price. 〜は確かだが、 |
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Do you have any idea how much the plane ticket will cost? 〜を知っているか |
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In another two weeks, the cherry blossoms will be in full bloom. あと〜すると |
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Your nephew, stupid as he may seem, is actually quite an intelligent boy. 〜に思えるかもしれないが |