Wanie : You used it the last time without my permission.

Siti : That was the only time. Go and look for it first before you point the finger at others (2).

Wanie : All right. I’ll see to it (3) now.

Siti : Good.

Amin : Ooh! I’ve been led on a wild goose chase (1). Thinking of it makes me see red.

Amin : Ooh! I’ve been led on a wild goose chase. Thinking of it makes me see red (2).

Serena : What’s bothering you? You’re beating round the bush (3). I don’t know what you mean.

Amin : It’s Haziq. He is really a nuisance讨厌 at times!

Mak Cik Endon shook her head. Then in a low voice she replied, trying to wipe away tears that rolled down her cheeks, “Just a stone’s throw (4) away!”

Linda: Why are you so upset?

Syura: I don’t like to sit at the place I have been assigned.

Linda: Is there a problem?

Syura: Yes, I can’t make out (1) what is written on the board as my eyesight is not good.

Linda: I think you should speak up (2) if there is a problem. Why don’t you tell the teacher?

Syura: Well… Er…

Linda: Don’t worry, you can count on (3) me to help you.

Syura: Thank you so much.

Get it out of your head (3) and do something else instead of looking for it. You may be able to find it when you are least expected to do so.

Dear Anand,

I’m so bored. I don’t know what to do with my free time. As a result, I simply sit in front of the television whenever I have the time. I know that doesn’t sound very healthy and it is certainly time for me to take up (1) a hobby as you have suggested.

You are absolutely correct. I can’t agree more! (2) The problem is I don’t know what hobby I should take up.

Perhaps I should surf the internet to see if there is anything that catches my fancy (3). There is bound to be something I can find.

By the way, you said that you would visit me this holiday. Please don’t go back on your word (4). I look forward to seeing you. Bye.

Your friend,

James

This is my last day in school as I am retiring from work. It is with a heavy heart that I am here before you today.

Do you remember the time when you pulled my leg with an April Fool art? It was so funny that even the headmaster laughed about it!

I hope you will also continue to visit me for I live just a stone’s throw away. I live you all.

Ali : Bakar, can you lend me a hand?

Bakar : I’m afraid not. my hands are full. I’m not done with the painting yet.

Ali : What? I thought Suresh was helping you.

Bakar: He was not serious, so Encik Lokman sent him about his business. （2 answers!)

Sandy : Please come and help me, Susie. I can’t make head nor tail of this problem.

Suzie : All right, but don’t you think it’s time you knuckle down认真 to some serious studying. But, I guess my advice is like water off a duck’s back.

Sandy : I know it’s my fault错. I’ll turn over a new leaf. For the moment, please give me a hand.

So, to be in the pink of health, you should consume red fruits and vegetables.

Make a full meal of these fruits and vegetables and eat to your heart’s content at least three times a week.

However, if you follow this diet by fits and starts, you will not reap the benefits.

Barney : Have you heard that Peter’s house has been put on the market.

Barney : Yes, they should. We are at the mercy of the developers who build houses without considering the impact on the environment.

Helen : My parents’ house is also on a hill slope. They like the fresh air and greenery. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that their house does not suffer the same fate.

This morning, Joo Ann took my magazines without asking me. When I scolded her, she ran to mum and cried. Crocodile tears! Luckily, mum realized the truth. My little sister is awful.

The stories of Sybil Karthigesu caught my eye.

After the exhibition, we stopped to grab a bite before returning to the school. It was an interesting day.

Edwin : But I usually can’t make head or tail of what I read.

Tony :Okay. We will ask our teacher to explain to us again or burn the midnight oil reading through those notes ourselves.

Tony : Then what are we waiting for? Let’s make hay while the sun shines.

Sue: I really enjoy his lessons. I was weak in Science before.

Miza: I could not catch up with the others before. But now, I am getting good grades.

I will not stand for your bad attitude any longer.

I take my hat off to all those people worked hard to get the contract.

Don’t be chicken-hearted; ask her to the party.

Thanks for drawing the posters for me. I must say that you have gone to great lengths to do those drawings.

The concert was a success. Those who put up a good show should be feeling proud.

I'm sure the police will be able to arrest the burglars. It's only a matter of time.