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English Conversation Practice - Going to the Lake
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CATHY: "Dad, what are we doing today?"
DAD: "Cathy, it's a surprise."
CATHY: "Is it a special occasion?"
DAD: "No. Just a short family trip."
CATHY: "Does Mom know?"
DAD: "Of course. It was her idea."
CATHY: "Where is Mom?"
DAD: "She is at the store getting things for our trip."
CATHY: "I'm so curious. Can you please tell me?"
DAD: "No. You have to be patient."
CATHY: "Ok. Can I help you with anything?"
DAD: "Sure. Why don't you pack your swimsuit and life jacket?"
CATHY: "I know what we're doing!"
DAD: "You do?"
CATHY: "Yes. We're going to the lake!"
DAD: "How did you know?"
CATHY: "You asked me to pack a swimsuit and a life jacket. Also, you are pulling out the canoe from the garage."
DAD: "It looks like I can't keep a secret."
1. What does the dad tell Cathy about what they are doing today?
It's a surprise
It's a birthday party
It's an emergency
It's none of her business
2. Where is Cathy's mom?
Taking a nap
Washing dishes in the kitchen
At the store
At work
3. Where does Cathy figure out they are going?
To her grandparents' house
To the lake
To the library
Camping
4. What is her dad pulling out of the garage?
A canoe
A tent
A bike
A basketball
1. Its a surprise
2. At the store
3. To the lake
4. A canoe