1.
Yesterday they went downtown and rode the cable cars.
Christina was surprised by how steep the hills are.
Then they walked along the ocean and ate lunch at a seafood restaurant.
From the restaurant, they could see the Golden Gate Bridge.
2.
Christina hasn't seen her friend for a long time.
The last time they saw each other was 3 years ago.
At that time, they were both working at a department store.
Then Christina quit her job and started her own business.
3.
After all this travel, Harry decided to make travel part of his career.
His dream was to work for an international company.
Five years ago, his dream came true.
Now he's working for a German hi-tech company.
4.
During the journey, they enjoyed looking out the window at the countryside.
The view from the train was wonderful.
Harry will never forget watching the sun go down in the evening.
It was a beautiful sunset.
5.
Are you honest with her?
Yes, we are honest with each other, even when it hurts.
OK, so you don’t think you’re being taken advantage of?
No, I don’t, as long as she is honest with me.
6.
The growth rate used to be higher.
In the late 1960s. the rate of growth was about 2%.
Since then the growth rate has declined.
It is estimated that the growth rate will be less than 1% by 2020.
7.
OK, let's try it. I haven't eaten Indian food for a long time.
You won't be disappointed, and the prices are reasonable.
Ah~, so you mean I'm going to pay?
Well, that would certainly be nice.
8.
What about reservations?
If we get there early enough, we won't need them.
I hope you're right.
Don't worry. If we have to wait, I'll pay the bill.
9.
Have you finished eating yet?
No, I haven't. Why are you in such a hurry?
I'm sorry, but you are such a slow eater.
A slow eater? Well, I try to enjoy my food.
You just eat and swallow.
10.
Even if she is using me, it’s ok. I’m using her too.
What do you mean? Aren’t you in love with her?
Yes, I’m in love with her. But that doesn’t mean I’m not using her too.
11.
What about reservations?
If we get there early enough, we won't need them.
I hope you're right.
Don't worry. If we have to wait, I'll pay the bill.
12.
They plan to stay in the park until around 4 o’clock.
By then they will have been in the park for nearly 5 hours.
Then they'll get back into the car and drive back to San Francisco.
They plan to eat dinner somewhere along the way.