8 Practicing Mandarin
I. 1. why do you look so unhappy?
2. I argued with Jane again. I've decided to leave her.
3. You must have spent a lot of time dating her. It would
be stupid not to continue the courtship.
4. Leave me alone.
5. I don't really want to interfere with your business,
but you shouldn't be spending money like mad.
6. I know. I don't spend money freely just because I'm in
a bad mood. I spend so much money simply because I only
have a short holiday; I've got to make the most of it.
7. Are you free now?
8. Yes, I am.
9. I'd like you to meet my geography professor. He's now
a congressman.
10. Good, let's go. Why are you staring at me?
Is there something wrong?
11. You really shouldn't wear tennis shoes when visiting
such an important person.
12. I don't care. I hate formalities.
13. It's not just a formality. It's also a matter of
courtesy.
II. 1. Are you meditating?
2. yes, I am. Pull up a chair.
3. Since you're meditating, I don't want to bother you.
4. You won't bother me. I'm finished now.
5. Do you meditate regularly?
6. Yes, I always meditate three times a week.
7. Does it help your body?
8. Yes, it provides me with peace of mind and energy.
9. 'it's no wonder you've got so much stamina.
10. What does stamina mean?
11. Stamina is enduring energy. What kinds of foods do
you think are good for health?
12. Any kind of food is good as long as we eat the right
amount.
13. Are you picky about food?
14. No, I am not, but I prefer nutritious food.
15. Does it help to eat tonic food?
16. No, that's just myth.
17. I think you have a prejudice against tonics.
18. No, I don't, but I don't want to, argue about this.
I hope you'll see the truth soon.
19. Do you want to go to the night market for supper?
20. No, it's not sanitary to eat there. I eat only kosher
food prepared by my maid. For health's sake, I
suggest you never eat in the night market.
21. I suggest you not be so talkative.