August 2016 | Learn English From Real English

Let's Learn English - Lesson 25: Watch Out!

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 25: Watch Out!
This is the 25th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna learns about a new game, "Catch Americana." She walks around the memorials to U.S. Presidents and learns fun facts by playing the game.

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Anna	Hello from Washington, DC! This city has many monuments and memorials.
Anna	Today I am visiting the ones built in memory of our Presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt.
Anna	I want to learn more about them.
Anna	Hey! Watch out!
Dan	Sorry! I didn't see you.
Anna	You were not looking. You should be more careful.
Dan	I know I should be more careful. But this game is really fun.
Anna	What kind of game?
Dan	You have to find things that aren't really there.
Anna	How can you find things that aren’t really there?
Dan	They're in your phone. See?
Anna	I see. It’s like a scavenger hunt.
Dan	That’s right!
Anna	I don’t have time for games. I want to learn about U.S. presidents.
Dan	Then you should play this game! When you find an American symbol, you winpoints and a Fun Fact about a U.S. President.
Anna	I have time for this game!
Dan	Here are the symbols that I caught: the Statue of Liberty for 20 points, Uncle Sam for 40 points and the American flag for 60 points.
Anna	What symbol are you looking for now?
Dan	I am looking for the bald eagle. That is 100 points! It should be near the Washington Monument.
Anna	This game is awesome.
Dan	You ought to buy the app right now. It’s called “Catch Americana.”
Anna	Got it. Catch Americana.
Anna	Thanks! Good luck!
Dan	Good luck to you too!
Anna	This is the Jefferson Memorial. I know that Thomas Jefferson signed theDeclaration of Independence! Now, where is that symbol?
Anna	Here it is! My first one. It’s an American flag! I won 60 points!
Anna	An American flag works well for Thomas Jefferson*. I see lots of American flags on Independence Day!
Anna	Where is my Jefferson Fun Fact?
Voice	In his lifetime, Thomas Jefferson wrote about 19,000 letters!
Anna	I did not know that. Where is the next symbol?

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 24: Yesterday Was Amazing!

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/16/2016 07:03:00 PM with No comments

Let's Learn English - Lesson 24: Yesterday Was Amazing!
This is the 24th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna discovers a festival - the Smithsonian Folklife Festival on the National Mall. What does she learn there about Basque culture?

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Anna	Yesterday was the most amazing day. I want to tell my friend back home about it. So, I am writing her a letter!

Anna	Dear Penelope,
	Life in Washington, D.C. is interesting. I see something new every day -- like yesterday. Yesterday started like a usual work day.
Anna	I said, "Yesterday started like a usual work day."
Anna's voice	I was at work. And I wanted a break. So, I walked and walked … and walked. Then, I saw something! It was a festival -- a big festival!
Anna	It is the Smithsonian Folklife Festival.
Anna's voice	Yes. It was the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Every year the festival shows different cultures. This year one of the cultures was the Basque culture.
	There was dancing and food and games!”
Anna	I am dancing a traditional Basque dance.
Anna's voice	At the festival, I danced a traditional Basque dance!
Anna	They are cooking traditional Basque food.
Anna's voice	They cooked a lot of traditional Basque food.
Anna	They are playing a game. It’s a kind of handball. What do they call it? They call it pilota!
Anna's voice	They played a game with their hands and a small ball. It’s a kind of handball. But this game is called pilota.
Anna	This is beautiful! This is traditional Basque art.
Anna	They are making a traditional Basque ship. This festival is a lot of fun!
Anna's voice	The whole day was a lot of fun!
Anna	Who said that? I want to write my friends and tell them about my day!
Anna	… So, I wanted to tell you about my day! Please, my friend, come visit Washington, D.C. soon. There is a lot to do! Until next time … Anna.

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 23: What Do You Want?

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 23: What Do You Want?
This is the 23rd episode of Let's Learn English. Anna and her boss go on a trip around the world. That is, they eat foods from around the world. What will they find?

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Anna	Washington, D.C. has great food from all over the world.
Anna	Today I’m having lunch with my boss. Ms. Weaver says we’re going on a triparound the world. But she knows I only have an hour for lunch! Silly woman.
Jonathan	Hi, Anna!
Anna	Hi Jonathan! Hey, we are meeting Ms. Weaver for lunch at noon, aren’t we?
Jonathan	Yes.
Anna	What time is it now?
Jonathan	11:50.
Anna	11:50! We have to go!
Anna	So, where is this world food restaurant?
Caty	We’re not eating at a restaurant.
Anna	Where are we eating?
Caty	We are eating at ... food trucks!
Anna	Food trucks … awesome! What’s a food truck?
Caty	These are food trucks!
Anna	Wow!
Jonathan	Whoa!
Caty	Okay, Jonathan, you will buy the first dish. Here is $10. Surprise us!
Jonathan	Okay, I’ll be back in 15 minutes.
Anna	What country do I want to visit?
Caty	Anna, you pick the second country. Here is $10.
Anna	I want chicken.
Caty	The food truck, over there, has great chicken.
Anna	Awesome!
Caty	After you buy your food, meet me here.
Jonathan	Excuse me, I’ll have the shrimp.
Jonathan	Oh, you’re out of shrimp. Okay, I’ll have the beef then.
Anna	Hello. I want the chicken dish.
Truck worker	We're out of chicken.
Anna	You're out of chicken.
Worker	Yep.
Anna	I’ll try another food truck. Thanks!
Worker	You're welcome.
Jonathan	Okay, here is your change. The dish is $7. So, here is 1, 2, 3 dollars back from your 10.
Caty	Great.
Jonathan	Where’s Anna? Is she dancing by that food truck?
Caty	Yes. Yes, she is.
Anna	Ms. Weaver, here is your change. The dish costs $5. So - $5 back.
Caty	Thanks, Anna. But where is the food?
Anna	I’m eating it. The Peruvian chicken is delicious! Try some!
	(Caty and Jonathan shake their heads “no”)
Caty	Well, we still have $8! What do you want now?
Anna	We can buy dessert!
Caty	I’ll buy dessert.
Anna	In Washington, D.C., you can travel around the world … with food trucks! And it does not cost a lot.
Anna	Until next time!

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Ellen DeGeneres Takes A Call In The Middle Of Her Show To Surprise Two Fans

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/16/2016 06:37:00 PM with No comments

Ellen DeGeneres Takes A Call In The Middle Of Her Show To Surprise Two Fans

Have you ever watched Ellen's Show? I believe her show is one of the great source to learn real English and enjoy yourself at the same time.

In this video, Ellen has a remarkable way to introduce her guests, Kim and her mom Becky, to the show, with the call from the front desk which interrupting the whole show.

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The Ellen Show is a talk-variety show features comic Ellen DeGeneres in the studio performing an opening monologue and interviewing guests who include celebrities, news makers and ordinary people with extraordinary talents. Additionally, segments include performances from top music acts, audience participation and man-on-the-street interviews. Music is a key part of the show, with an in-studio DJ -- including occasional celebrity guest DJs -- spinning tunes and DeGeneres often breaking out into dance moves during the show.
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Comedy Magicians David and Leeman

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/16/2016 05:15:00 PM with No comments

Comedy Magicians David and Leeman
Comedy Magicians David and Leeman - America's Got Talent 2014.

Learn Real English with Comedy Magicians David and Leeman in America's Got Talent 2014. The views count went up to 8,909,986 at the time I was viewing this video.

I hope you like magic performance like I do. The video I bring here is one of real English that you can find. This video is from the famous TV program which you should have already known, America's Got Talent. This is for your entertainment and also for your English improvement in learning real English. This is quite old as it is in year 2014, enjoy the show while learning.

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 22: Next Summer...

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 22: Next Summer...
This is the 22rd episode of Let's Learn English. Anna and her producer, Amelia, are planning the new children's show. Anna has lots of ideas for the show. Will Amelia like them and work well with Anna?

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Anna	Washington, D.C. has four seasons: winter, spring, summer and autumn orfall. My favorite season is summer because of summer vacation!Hey, that will be a great subject for my new work assignment -- the children’s show. I can teach what families in the U.S. do during summer vacation.Today, I’m planning the show with Amelia. This is the first time we are working together. I hope we can work well together. Hi, Amelia!
Amelia	Hi, Anna! So, what are we going to talk about on the first show?
Anna	I want to talk about summer vacation.
Amelia	That will be fun! Are you going on vacation this summer?
Anna	No. This summer I am too busy.
Amelia	That’s too bad.
Anna	It’s okay. I can go on vacation next summer. This show will be a lot of fun too!
Amelia	So, Anna, what’s the plan for the show?
Anna	First, we’re going to introduce the subject. Then we can show pictures and video.
Amelia	We can show tons of video!
Anna	Right! We can interview children and have guests, too.
Amelia	Kids can ask us questions.
Anna	Great idea! Finally, we can read the questions and tell them where to learn more.
Amelia	Okay, let’s try it!
Anna	Let’s do it!
Anna	Hi there! And welcome to … Amelia, we don’t have a name for the show.
Amelia	We’ll think of a name later. For now, we'll call it “The Show.”
Anna	Great. Hi there! And welcome to “The Show.”
Anna	Today we are going to take you on a summer vacation! You will see popular things to do on vacation!
Anna	One is camping. When you go camping, you cook, sleep and play outdoors!
Amelia	When I go camping, Anna, I like to go hiking and fishing.
Anna	Me, too. Those are fun things to do when you go camping!
Anna	These people are hiking.
Amelia	Okay, let’s talk about the next vacation.
Anna	Another popular summer vacation is going to an amusement park. At an amusement park, you go on rides and eat lots of fun food!
Amelia	I love cotton candy … !
Anna & Amelia	and rollercoasters!
Amelia	This show is going to be a lot of fun.
Anna	I know!
Anna	This is riding a rollercoaster!
Amelia	Whoooo! What is the last vacation?
Anna	One of the most popular vacations is … going to the beach!
Anna & Amelia	I love the beach!
Anna	When I see that blue ocean, I want to leave Washington, D.C. immediately and go to the beach!
Anna	Maybe next summer.
Amelia	But right now, it’s time to work!
Anna	Right. Until next time ...

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 21: Can You Come to the Party?

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 21: Can You Come to the Party?
This is the 21st episode of Let's Learn English. Anna meets her friend Marsha in a coffee shop. Marsha asks Anna to come to a party. But Anna has to take a driving test. Can Anna come to the party?

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Anna	Hi there! Washington, D.C. has some great coffee shops. My favorite is this one -- Busboys & Poets.
Anna	Actually it’s more than a coffee shop. It’s also a bookstore, a restaurant and a theater!
Anna	Marsha and I love coming here.
Marsha	Hey, Anna, my friend is having a party on Saturday. Can you come with me?
Anna	Sorry, I can’t come with you. I have to get my driver’s license.
Marsha	Will you be busy all day?
Anna	I don’t know. First, I have to take a test on the computer. Then I have to take a test in the car.
Marsha	But you have to take the test during the day, don't you?
Anna	Yes.
Marsha	The party is at night.
Anna	Oh. Then I can come with you to the party on Saturday night.
Marsha	Great! I have to help my friend with the party. Can you help me?
Anna	Sure. That sounds like fun.
Marsha	Everyone has to bring something or do something. You can bring food, or you can perform.
Anna	Really, I can perform?
Marsha	You can! Can you?
Anna	Yes! I can recite poetry. (Anna is in a club reciting a poem)
	- A poem -
	Light dark
	Light dark
	Darkness
	Dark
Marsha	In this country, nobody recites poetry at parties. Um … can you do anythingelse?
Anna	Hmm, yes. I can do a card trick. (Anna is doing a card trick)
	Your card is the 10 of diamonds! No?
	Pick a card. Any card.
	Here, just pick this one.
	Great!
Marsha	Anna, maybe you can just bring food.
Anna	No, I can’t cook. And I really want to perform. You know, there is one thing I can do. (Anna plays a song on the ukulele and sings)
	Trouble in mind. I’m blue...
	But I won't be blue always
	The sun's gonna shine in my back door some day.*
Marsha	That’s it! You can sing at the party. Now, I have to go shopping for food.
Anna	Can I help? I’m not busy right now.
Marsha	Sure, let’s go!
Anna	We have to go. I have to help Marsha shop. And I have to practice my song!Trouble in mind. I’m blue...
Anna	Until next time!
	*The song Trouble in Mind was written by jazz pianist Richard M. Jones.

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 20: What Can You Do?

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/13/2016 01:22:00 AM with No comments

Let's Learn English - Lesson 20: What Can You Do?
This is the 20th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna meets her friend Pete in a coffee shop. Pete needs a job. Can Anna help him to find the right job for him?

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Anna	Hi, there! Washington, D.C. is a great place to work. Many people here work in government and politics. But there are many other jobs. You can work at a hospital; auniversity. You can work in a coffee shop. Wait a minute, I think I see a friend of mine. Pete? Is that you?
Pete	Hi, Anna.
Anna	You look different. Your beard … is really big.
Pete	You don’t like it, do you?
Anna	No, no. You just look … different.
	(To server) Thank you. So, what’s wrong? You look sad.
Pete	I don’t have a job.
Anna	Sorry, I can’t hear you.
Pete	I do not have a job!
Anna	Oh. I’m sorry to hear that, Pete.
Pete	I don’t have a skill.
Anna	Everyone has a skill. You need to find yours.
Pete	I don’t know, Anna.
Anna	Pete, I am good at asking questions. Let me ask you some.
Pete	Really, Anna? Can you help me?
Anna	Yes, I can. Let me help.
Pete	Sure, Anna. Maybe you can help.
Anna	Can you write code?
Pete	Sure, c-o-l-d. How is this going to help?
Anna	No, not “cold.” Code; you know, for making phone apps, or websites. You can make tons of money writing code.
Pete	Tons of money? But I can’t code.
Anna	Next question. Can you drive?
Pete	Do you mean drive a race car? It’s really hard to be a race car driver. First, you need a race car ...
Anna	No, I mean drive a taxi or drive a bus.
Pete	No, I always fall asleep when I drive.
Anna	Oh, that’s not good. Next question. Can you teach? You can be a teacher in aschool.
Pete	No, I cannot teach.
Anna	Can you cook? You can be a chef in a restaurant.
Pete	No, I can’t code! I can’t teach! I can’t cook! Anna, I can’t do anything. This is sad. I’m gonna write about my feelings in my blog.
Anna	You write a blog?
Pete	Yeah, I write a blog.
Anna	How many followers do you have?
Pete	I don’t know … 59,538.
Anna	Pete, that's a lot of followers! You can make money writing!
Pete	Writing is easy. Everyone can write.
Anna	Not everyone can write well. You can be a writer!
Pete	I can be a writer. I can be a writer! I can be a writer! Thanks, Anna.
Marsha	Hi, Pete. Hi, Anna.
Pete	Hi, Marsha. Excuse me, I have to go.
Marsha	Where are you going?
Pete	I’m going to be a writer!
Marsha	Good luck, Pete!
	To Anna) He does know that it’s not easy to be a writer, doesn’t he?
Anna	There are many different jobs you can have in Washington, D.C. Pete wants to be a writer. I wish him luck. Lots of luck. Until next time!

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 19: When Do I Start?

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/13/2016 01:17:00 AM with No comments

Let's Learn English - Lesson 19: When Do I Start?
This is the 19th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna has to walk to work because the Metro is closed. She calls to tell her boss she is late. Ms. Weaver wants her to come and talk about a new assignment. What will Anna do?

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Anna	Hi there! Summer in Washington, D.C. is hot and sunny. I always ride the Metro to work. Riding the Metro is cool and fast. But today it’s closed. So, I am walking to work.
	(On the phone) Ms. Weaver, I am late this morning. The Metro is closed. So, I am walking to work.
Caty	That’s too bad. It’s really hot today.
Anna	Yes it is.
Caty	When you arrive, please come to my office. I have important news to tell you.
Anna	Of course. Good-bye. My boss has news for me. The question is: Is it good news or bad news?
	(At work)
Anna	Hello, Ms. Weaver.
Caty	Anna, I have good news and I have bad news. Which do you want to hear first?
Anna	The good news. No … okay, the bad news.
Caty	The bad news is you are not good at reading the news.
Anna	Oh. I am very sorry to hear that.
Caty	So, starting next month you will not read the news.
Anna	Next month is July. You are firing me in July.
Caty	No. I am not firing you in July … or in August or in September. That is the good news.
Anna	Okay. You are not firing me. I am not reading the news. What will I be doing?
Caty	Well, you are good at asking questions. You are good at talking to people. You are good at showing your feelings. And you are great at being silly.
Anna	Thank you, Ms. Weaver. But what does all that mean?
Caty	I have a new assignment for you! Your skills are perfect for a new show … a children’s show.
Anna	A children’s show ... That is awesome! When do I start?
Caty	You start next month. Start thinking of ideas for the show.
Anna	I have tons of ideas! I can show children what it’s like in outer space ...
Caty	Great …
Anna	… or in the deep, dark ocean …
Caty	Those are great ideas, Anna. Please go think of more … at your desk.
Anna	Yes. What other things can I show them? Mt. Everest! Everyone has different skills. You have skills. I have skills. The important thing is to know what you are good at. Until next time!

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 18: She Always Does That

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 18: She Always Does That
This is the 18th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna reads the news for the first time. She learns that there is a right way and a wrong way to read the news.

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Anna	Hello, from Washington, D.C.! Today at work I am reading the news for the first time. I am really nervous. But my boss, Ms. Weaver, is here to help me.

Caty	Now, Anna, remember. When we read the news we are always reading facts. We never show our feelings.
Anna	Sure thing, Ms. Weaver.
Caty	Great. Are you ready?
Anna	Yes.
Caty	Okay, let’s try the first story!
Anna	Hello, and welcome to The News.
Anna	A new book is very popular with children and families. This is it.
Anna	It is about a lost duckling. The duck's mother cannot find him.
Caty	Stop! Anna, when you say the words “duck” and “duckling” you look really sad.
Anna	I do?
Caty	Yes. Sad is a feeling.
Anna	Sad is not a fact. Sorry. Let me try again.
Caty	Okay, she’s trying again! And go.
Anna	Hello, and welcome to The News. A new book is very popular with childrenand families. This is it.
Anna	It is about a lost duckling. The duck’s mother can not find ‘im. But a family gives him a home.
Caty	Stop! Anna, you are doing it again.
Anna	This story is very sad.
Caty	I have an idea. Let’s read the second story. She’s reading the second story. And … go!
Anna	Hello , and welcome to The News. In Indiana, a grandmother is the first 80-year-old woman to win The Race Car 500.
Anna	That is awesome!
Caty	Stop! Stop! Anna, please -- no feelings.
Anna	Right. But it is awesome that an 80-year-old grandmother wins a car race.
Caty	Just the facts, Anna.
Anna	Right.
Anna	Hello, and welcome to The News. In Indiana, a grandmother is the first 80-year-old woman to win The Race Car 500.
Anna	She rarely talks to reporters. But when she does, she often says, “Nothing can stop me now!”
Anna	I am very happy for her!
Caty	Stop, stop, stop!! Anna, you cannot say you are happy.
Anna	But I am happy.
Caty	But you can’t say it.
Anna	Why?
Caty	This is the News. Happy and sad are feelings. You can’t have them in The News.
Anna	Okay. I got it.
Caty	Okay. Let’s try the third story. She’s reading the third story!
Anna	Hello and welcome to The News.
	City politicians in Big Town are using city money to have a big party on a cruise ship. They are taking the money for the party from the children’s library.
Anna	What?! That makes me very angry.
Caty	No, no, no! Anna, you cannot say you are angry! This is The News!!!
Anna	What can I do, Ms. Weaver? Take out my feelings and put them here … on the news desk?
Caty	Yes. Yes. That’s right! Now you’ve got it!
Caty	Let’s repeat the first story.
Anna	This is going to be a very long day.
Anna	Until next time!

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 17: Are You Free on Friday?

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 17: Are You Free on Friday?
This is the 17th episode of Let's Learn English. Anna tries to plan to see a movie with a friend. But they are both very busy. Will they find a time to get together? What will they do?

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Anna	This city is very interesting, I really like my job, and I have some good friends! Speaking of friends … I see one now! Marsha! Hi!
Marsha	Hi, Anna. What’s going on?
Anna	Not much. How about you?
Marsha	Busy as usual. Hey, do you wanna see a movie with me?
Anna	Sure! I never have time to see a movie. When?
Marsha	Are you busy this Thursday at 6pm?
Anna	Let’s see …. I’m busy. I am going to tap dance with my friends Thursday night.
Marsha	Tap dancing? That sounds fun!
Anna	I’m still learning. But it is fun!
Anna	Are you busy on Friday night?
Marsha	Yes. Friday nights are when I visit my parents.
Anna	What do you and your family do together?
Marsha	We always eat dinner together and sometimes we play board games.
Anna	Playing board games is fun, too! The word game Scrabble is my favorite.
Marsha	I like Connect Four!
Anna	I’m not busy Monday night. Are you?
Marsha	I am busy on Monday night. I’m going to jog in the park with my friend. Do you jog?
Anna	Oh! I always jog. Well, sometimes I jog. Okay, I never jog. But I will try because it is good for you.
Marsha	I always feel great after I jog.
Marsha	How about on Wednesday night?
Anna	Wednesday night I am not busy. Oh, no, wait. This Wednesday night I will be busy.
Marsha	What are you doing?
Anna	I’m going to teach children how to play the ukulele.
Anna	Now, children, play “C.” Good. I like your “C.”
Marsha	The world does need more ukulele players.
Anna	Marsha, it looks like we’ll never have time to see a movie.
Anna	Wait a minute. Are you busy now?
Marsha	It’s Saturday afternoon. This is always when I do my errands.
Anna	Okay, but the new Star Wars movie is gonna start in 30 minutes.
Marsha	I’ll do my errands on Sunday. Let’s go!
Anna	Most days of the week, people are really busy. But it’s important to find time to be with your friends!
Anna	Until next time!
	* Connect Four is a two-player connection game using colored discs.:

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 16: Where Are You From?

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/11/2016 07:36:00 AM with No comments

Let's Learn English - Lesson 16: Where Are You From?
This is the sixteenth episode of Let's Learn English. Anna interviews tourists on the National Mall in Washington, DC. She learns about where they are from and the languages they speak.

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Sabrina	Sure, I have time.
Anna	What is your name?
Sabrina	My name is Sabrina.
Anna	What country are you from?
Sabrina	I’m from Bangladesh.
Anna	So, you are Bangladeshi.
Sabrina	That’s right! My nationality is Bangladeshi.
Anna	Do you like Washington, D.C.?
Sabrina	Yes! The city is very beautiful!
Anna	What do you like to do in Washington D.C.?
Sabrina	I like history. So, I like walking around and looking at all the monumentsand memorials. They make history come alive!
Anna	Washington has many monuments and memorials. The Washington Monument is behind us! Which is your favorite?
Sabrina	I really like Lincoln Memorial. It is very beautiful. And it feels like Abraham Lincoln is still alive.
Anna	Awesome. Thank you for your time, Sabrina!
Sabrina	You’re welcome.
Anna	Let’s find another tourist.
Anna	Oh! Excuse me. I am Anna Matteo from The News. Do you have time for a couple of questions?
Louis	Sure!
Anna	Are you from Washington, D.C.?
Louis	No, I’m not.
Anna	What is your name and where are you from?
Louis	My name is Louis. And I’m from China.
Anna	What languages do you speak?
Louis	I speak Chinese and English.
Anna	What do you like about Washington DC?
Louis	I like the museums. I really like the art museums.
Anna	Many of the museums are free.
Louis	I like that too!
Anna	Awesome! Thanks for your time, Louis.
Louis	You’re very welcome. Bye!
Anna	Now, let’s find another tourist!
Anna	Hello! I am Anna Matteo from The News. Do you have time to answer a couple of questions?
Mehrnoush	Sure!
Anna	What is your name and where’re you from?
Mehrnoush	My name is Mehrnoush. I am from Iran. I’m Iranian.
Anna	What language do they speak in Iran? Is it Persian?
Mehrnoush	They speak Farsi.
Anna	What do you like to do in Washington DC?
Mehrnoush	Well, I like learning about government and politics.
Anna	Washington has many politicians!
Mehrnoush	It does! I want to see the U.S. Capitol.
Anna	Look, you are very near.
Mehrnoush	I am!
Anna	Have fun!
Mehrnoush	Thanks!
Anna	There you have it. Tourists from all over the world come to Washington, D.C. They all like doing and seeing different things in the city. This is Anna Matteo reporting for The News. Until next time!
Anna	Is that okay? Awesome! Now, I want to do my favorite thing in the city … ridethe carousel!

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Let's Learn English - Lesson 15: I Love People-Watching!

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/11/2016 07:32:00 AM with No comments

Let's Learn English - Lesson 15: I Love People-Watching!
This is the fifteenth episode of Let's Learn English. Anna and her friends are eating lunch outside on a beautiful day in Washington, DC. They are people-watching. They like seeing the many different people walking by.

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Anna	Hello! People from all over the world come to Washington, D.C. When I’m at work, I love eating lunch outside. I like to watch people walking by. They all look very different. Today, my friend Ashley is eating lunch with me.
Anna	Ashley, today the weather is beautiful, isn’t it?
Ashley	Yes, it is. Ahh. Ooh, we have to return to work!
Anna	No, we have time! Let’s people-watch a little more.
Ashley	Okay.
Anna	Oh, I know her. She works in my office! Keyana, hi! Come and join us!
Keyana	Hi Anna, how are you?
Anna	I’m doing great! Keyana, this is my friend Ashley.
Keyana	Hi, Ashley!
Anna	We need to return to work. But the weather is beautiful and people-watching is fun!
Keyana	I love people-watching too!
Anna	Well, have a seat! It is fun to see how people are different or the same.
Keyana	It is. For example, Anna, you are tall. But Ashley and I are short.
Anna	And Keyana, you and Ashley have brown eyes; I have blue eyes.
Keyana	You two have light skin and I have dark skin.
Anna	Ashley, you have straight hair. Keyana and I have curly hair.
Ashley	You have very curly hair, Anna.
Keyana	I need to return to work. See you, Anna! Nice to meet you Ashley!
Ashley	Bye, Keyana!
Ashley	Anna, I have to go, too. Are you returning to work?
Anna	I still have time. And this sun feels so good!
Ashley	Um, Anna, what does your boss look like?
Anna	She is short. She has straight, light hair.
Ashley	Does she wear glasses?
Anna	Yes. Yes, she does.
Ashley	Is she wearing a blue sweater today?
Anna	How do you know that?
Ashley	She’s coming this way.
Anna	Oh no! Hide me!
Ashley	Um, bye, Anna. Call me later.
Anna	Bye, Ashley! Talk to you later!
Caty	Anna? Is that you?
Anna	Ms. Weaver! Hi!
Caty	What are you doing behind that bench?
Anna	I am looking for my, my … stick. Here it is.
Anna	I am people-watching. Oh! But it’s time to return to work!
Caty	No need to hurry. I love people-watching too! Let’s sit!
Anna	Sure! Ahh.
Caty	It’s a beautiful day, isn’t it?
Anna	Yes. Yes, it is, Ms. Weaver.
Anna	People-watching in D.C. is fun. It makes me forget the time!
Anna	Until next time! Ahh.

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Verne: The Himalayas - Explore 3D Google Maps

Posted by Learn Real English Team Posted on 8/05/2016 12:27:00 AM with No comments

Verne: The Himalayas - Explore 3D Google Maps
Verne: The Himalayas - Explore 3D Google Maps imagery as a 500 ft Yeti

Verne: The Himalayas is a new app that invites you to explore Google Maps’ 3D imagery of the Himalayas alongside a 500 foot Yeti named Verne.

This tools is good to explore Himalayas with its information in English. Very good for kids and people who want to know about Himalayas.

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Verne: The Himalayas is a new app that invites you to explore Google Maps’ 3D imagery of the Himalayas alongside a 500 foot Yeti named Verne. As Verne, you can run up Mt. Everest in seconds, skate across icy lakes, chase yaks, discover bits of information, ride a jetpack, play Himalayan instruments, and more.

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