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English Conversation Practice - Family Reunion
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ROBERT: "Mom, are we having a big party tonight?"
MOM: "Yes, Robert. All of our relatives are coming. Did you forget?"
ROBERT: "Oh yeah. It's our annual family reunion."
MOM: "How could you forget? We have a big party every year. This year it is at our house."
ROBERT: "I remember it was at Uncle Walter's house last year. That was fun."
MOM: "Do you need any help?"
ROBERT: "Yes. Could you please go to the store and buy some ice?"
MOM: "I made some lemonade and I want to keep it cold during the party."
ROBERT: "That's a good idea. It's going to be hot today."
MOM: "I hope the food stays fresh."
ROBERT: "I'm sure it will be fine. What are you making?"
MOM: "It's going to be a potluck. I am serving barbeque ribs and potatoes."
ROBERT: "Do you know what other people are bringing."
MOM: "I think some people are going to bring salads, appetizers, and desserts."
ROBERT: "Sounds like a feast."
MOM: "I think everyone is coming, except Aunt Linda. She's feeling sick today."
ROBERT: "That's too bad. She is my favorite aunt."
MOM: "I know. She's my favorite sister."
ROBERT: "I can't wait to see all of my cousins."
MOM: "They're excited to see you too. But right now, please go buy some ice."
1. What is Robert's mom planning tonight?
A family reunion
A birthday party
A graduation party
A surprise party
2. What does she want Robert to do?
Vacuum the house
Wash the dishes
Do the laundry
Buy some ice
3. What is Robert's mom cooking?
Barbeque ribs
Potatoes
Neither A nor B
Both A and B
4. Who is not able to come?
Aunt Linda
Aunt Sally
Neither A or B
Both A and B
1. A family reunion
2. Buy some ice
3. Both A and B
4. Aunt Linda