Intro
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2. Read and Prepare - Read the introduction and prepare to hear the audio.
Lions are very good at hunting. They choose the animal they want to eat, work together to bring the animal closer, and then they kill it. Lions don’t sit and think about how to do this, and they don’t talk things over. They know when it’s time. And when it’s time, they make their move.
People don’t act the same way that lions do, of course. They are much more subtle when it comes to getting close to what they want. When trying to start a relationship, most of us try to choose the best time to make a move. Making a move could mean asking someone out, kissing someone for the first time, or letting someone know that we’re interested.
People can also make a move at work, at school and in sports. When someone makes a move, they are taking a risk or making a big change. It may not work out, but it’s important to try.
Who is thinking about making a move? It’s either Amanda, Lily or Marni. Find out in this English lesson about feelings.
3. Watch - Watch the video without reading the dialog.
Dialog
1. Listen and Read - Listen to the audio and read the dialog at the same time.
2. Study - Read the dialog again to see how the vocab words are used.
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Lily: I am so excited that you guys came over for girls’ night. I haven’t done something like this in years.
Amanda: I wasn’t sure if I even wanted to come. I’m so tired all the time, but this is pretty fun.
Marni: It is. I’m so glad that we’re doing this. We should really do it more often.
Lily: Especially before the baby comes, right? Of course, after the baby does come, we can bring the party to you, Amanda.
Marni: That’s true.
Amanda: Thanks, Lily. That’s very sweet. Thank you.
Marni: So, how’s it going with your new apartment? Do you still love it here?
Lily: Oh, yeah. Totally. It’s so amazing. You know, Amanda just gave me all of this new responsibility at work. Now I’ve got this amazing new apartment. I really feel like a grown-up! I’m feeling really confident and, just, I feel great!
Marni: Good!
Amanda: Well, you look great. I was actually going to ask if you have a new boyfriend. You seem so radiant lately.
Lily: No, I don’t have a boyfriend.
Marni: But you do have a crush on someone. Am I right?
Lily: Yeah, OK. Fine. It’s true. I do have a crush on someone. He’s a friend of mine. He’s such a great guy, and we’ve been hanging out so much, but I just don’t know if I’m ready to make a move. Do you know what I mean?
Marni: Well, do you think he likes you, too?
Lily: That’s the thing. I have no clue. How can you tell?
Amanda: Well, how often do you guys hang out?
Lily: Every day, but…
Marni: Do your friends like him?
Lily: Yeah, I think so, but I just don’t…
Amanda: OK, Lily, you’re killing us. Who is it?
Lily: Well, you’ve met him before. I don’t know. I may be making a huge mistake, but it’s…
Rafael: Hey, everyone! How’s it going?
Lily: Hey! What’s up? Why don’t you sit down? How’s your day going? Come on and hang out.
Rafael: OK.
Amanda: The more, the merrier.
Lily: Yeah, exactly!
Marni: I thought this was supposed to be a girls’ night.
Amanda: I thought so, too.
Marni: Well, since this is supposed to be girls’ night, you’re going to have to get your toenails painted.
Rafael: OK. That sounds fine by me.
Lily: Yeah! What color do you want?
Rafael: How about red?
Lily: All right. Come on! Put your feet in my lap.
Rafael: OK.
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Discussion
Lily is hosting a girls’ night for her friends from the office. Marni and Amanda are at Lily’s new apartment, talking and having fun together. Soon the subject of men comes up, and Marni and Amanda want to know who Lily is interested in. It’s obvious to them that Lily has a crush on someone, and they start asking questions.
Lily tells her friends that it’s true. She does have feelings for someone she has been spending time with. She answers their questions and is about to tell them who it is, but then Rafael arrives home and they can no longer gossip.
It’s beginning to look like Lily is interested in her new roommate, Rafael, but she hasn’t said so. He seems to enjoy Lily’s company, but it’s not clear if he likes her as more than a friend.
Do you think Lily likes Rafael? If so, are they right for each other? Is it OK to date your roommate?
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