1.

Pre-Listening Exercises

What kinds of things would you talk about when introducing yourself to a NEW friend for the first
time? How do these topics change depending on the situation and the person to whom you are
speaking (e.g., an older man on a airplane or a fellow student at a party)?

2. Key Vocabulary

originally (adverb): in the beginning, in the first place

- My mom is originally from a small town in Texas.

currently (adverb): now, at this time

- She is currently working as a server at a restaurant.

attend (verb): go to, study at

- I want to attend a school near my family.

junior (noun): second-year student

- He is only a junior, so he has another year to graduate.

major in (verb): have as one's main field of study

- I'm thinking about majoring in restaurant and hotel management.

cashier (noun): a person who receives and pays out money at a store
- Kathy found a job as a cashier at a restaurant.

grocery store (noun): supermarket

- My brother works full time as the manager of a grocery store.

hang out (phrasal verb): spend time with, socialize

- We usually hang out with friends after school.

3. Post-Listening Discussion

Have you ever met someone in an unusual way? How?

If you have closed friends, how did you meet them?