From the Publisher

About the Author

Jackie Bolen is an English teacher with 20 years of experience teaching all ages, classes and levels. She spent 10 years in South Korea and is currently teaching in Vancouver, Canada

Her best-selling titles include:

Medical English Dialogues
Business English Vocabulary Builder (1 & 2)
Medical English Dialogues
IELTS Speaking Vocabulary Builder
American English Slang
Short Stories in English for Intermediate ESL/EFL Learners

From 1001 English Expressions and Phrases

Asking for Help

Tom: Could you please give me a hand this weekend?

Jenny: Sure, what do you need?

Tom: Would you mind looking after Tony during my dentist appointment?

Jenny: Okay, no problem. I love hanging out with him. What time?

Tom: From 2 until around 4.

At the Movie Theater

Tom: Hi, can I get four tickets for James Bond, please?

Jenny: Sure, the 7:30 viewing?

Tom: Yes, please. And do you have any combos that include popcorn and drinks?

Jenny: We do, but you don't buy them here. You can purchase them at the concession.

Tom: Okay, thank you.

Getting some Snacks

Tom: Hey Jenny, are you hungry? I think I'm going to grab a snack.

Jenny: I am a little bit. What are you thinking?

Tom: Maybe something salty? Or are you in the mood for something sweet?

Jenny: Salty is great. How about some popcorn?

Tom: Sure, let's make some.