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Lesson 4 Exercises
14
Language - English
Not Applicable
01/12/2012

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Did you know that the minimum wage today is less that $6.00 an hour?
Definition
How do people live on that?
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They think their kids are all going to become doctors and lawyers.
Definition
That's wishful thinking!
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She was arrested for selling drugs.
Definition
Her father would roll over in his grave if he knew!
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Why do you work so much?
Definition
Because I plan to move up the ladder really fast.
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I can't believe how far behind I am in my work.
Definition
Do you want me to help you catch up?
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How did you do on the test?
Definition
I really blew it. I fogot everything.
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I heard you lost your job.
Definition
That's right. My company closed down, and I'm not sure how I'm going to get by.
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Why don't you want to take his class?
Definition
I heard he really piles on the work.
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His life is at stake. He needs an operation immediately. (Doctor talking to a parent.)
Definition
Where do I sign to give permission?
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You're working so hard, you're going to get burned out before you're 30!
Definition
Don't worry about me. I know what I'm doing.
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She just won't let up. Every day she talks about moving out.
Definition
That must really upset her parents.
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Slow down! I can't keep up with you.
Definition
Sorry. I'm always in a hurry.
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Did I really get an"A"?
Definition
You certainly did. Keep up the good work!
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I promise I'll help you. I won't let you down.
Definition
I know you won't. I can always count on you.
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