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Lesson 4

__ NICOLE'S DAY AT SCHOOL

: Vicole ‘ells her mother Susan about her suc-

ssful presentation at school. Her brother Ted

yverhears and interrupts the conversation.

Susan: How was your day at school today, Nicole?

Nicole: It was great, Mom. I gave a presentation on Hillary
Clinton in government class. Afterwards, my teacher
paid me a compliment.

Susan: What did she say?

Nicole: She said my presentation was head and shoulders
above the others.

Susan: Way to go!

Nicole: She also said I should go into politics, just like Hillary.

Ted: You’re so gung ho about school. It drives me crazy.

Nicole: Ted, don’t butt in! You’re just jealous.

Ted: Right. You hit the nail on the head. I’m green with envy.

Nicole: Would you just shut up? You’re on thin ice with me
right now.

Ted: Oh no! Look at me. I’m shaking in my shoes!

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