English Conversation Practice (At the office - bad friends) Improve English Speaking Skills

English Conversation Practice (At the office - bad friends) Improve English Speaking Skills

Alex: Hello Rick, how was your weekend? Mine was really tiring but it was awesome.

Rick: Hey Alex, my weekend was great! I went to a festival with my family.

Alex: Oh, that's great! I hope you had a great time together with your family.

Rick: Yes, we ate delicious food and everything was perfect. We had a great time.

Alex: And where did you go? Because you told me last time you didn't have money.

Rick: Well, yeah, I had some money problems, but it's okay. We went to the movies.

Alex: To the movies? But how could you go if you don't have money?

Rick: Man, don't tell anybody, but Brenda lent me some money on Friday. That's why. I don't want people to know because there are many gossipers in this company.

Alex: Tell me about it, I know that very well. Don't worry. Hey, it's getting late.

Rick: Yeah, you're right. I have to start my work. I have to deliver some reports today. I didn't do it on Friday because I had to go home early. Luckily, the boss hasn't arrived yet, so I'll finish them and put them in the boss's office. See you later.

Alex: Yeah sure, I also have to work. I guess I'll see you at lunchtime.

Brian: Good morning Alex, have you seen Rick? I've been looking for him since morning.

Alex: Hey, morning Brian. Rick? Yeah, he was here two minutes ago. Why?

Brian: I need him to do me a favor. I was going to tell him that on Friday but I couldn't find him.

Alex: Oh, is it about money? Because he probably won't lend you any money, Brian.

Brian: No, it's not about money. It's about some reports. I need help, I don't understand some parts.

Alex: Reports? Oh, even worse. I don't think he can help you with that.

Brian: What? Why do you say that? He promised to help me. I don't want him to do them for me, I just need to ask something. He's the only person who can help.

Alex: Well, maybe he’s in the same area of work as you, but I don’t think he can help. He’s not very responsible with his reports.

Brian: But he has a family, maybe he had problems and had to leave early.

Alex: Problem? No, he went to the beach or the movies. He always goes out with his family.

Brian: Really? Well, that’s good, I mean it’s great he can go out with his family.

Alex: No, it’s not okay. He never meets his work schedule. He’s not a responsible person.

Brian: If you say so, but I think it’s great he spends time with his family.

Alex: But he doesn't have money! He had to ask Brenda to lend him some money. Can you believe that?

Brian: Everyone borrows money at some point in their lives. Nothing wrong with it, especially for family.

Alex: He will never pay that money back. He's broke.

Brian: It’s his problem. You shouldn’t do that. Let him be.

Alex: Sure, go ahead.

Rick: Hey Alex, have you seen Brian? I suppose he's looking for me.

Alex: Rick? Yeah, he was here some minutes ago but he left.

Rick: All right, thanks. If you see him, tell him to go to my office, please.

Alex: Are you sure you want to help him?

Rick: Yeah, I promised to help him on Friday but had to leave early.

Alex: He might take advantage of you.

Rick: What do you mean?

Alex: He might learn everything and take your job.

Rick: That's normal. He has to work hard to get it.

Alex: Be careful. Not everyone in this office is a good person.

Rick: I like Brian, he seems honest. Don't worry.

Alex: If you say so. Have a great day.

Rick: Sure, you too. Don’t forget to tell Brian I’m looking for him.

Alex: What? I know what you’re thinking. Alex is a bad person, right? He can't keep a secret. Never tell him the truth. What would you do if you had a partner like him? Share your thoughts.

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Keywords

• Weekend
• Festival
• Movies
• Money problems
• Gossipers
• Reports
• Family
• Responsibility
• Office dynamics

FAQ

Q1: How did Rick manage to go out despite his money problems? A1: Rick borrowed money from Brenda to go to the movies.

Q2: Why is Alex skeptical about Rick’s responsibility? A2: Alex thinks Rick is irresponsible because he often leaves work early and delays his reports.

Q3: What does Brian want from Rick? A3: Brian needs help understanding sections of his reports.

Q4: What does Alex think about borrowing money? A4: Alex initially judges Rick for borrowing money but Brian argues it’s common and sometimes necessary for family.

Q5: Is Rick worried about Brian taking advantage of him? A5: Rick is not worried; he believes it’s normal for colleagues to learn from each other to advance.

Q6: What suggestion does Alex give Rick about Brian? A6: Alex suggests that Brian might be taking advantage to learn from Rick and eventually take his job.