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Weather-dependent plans Conditional plans establish two possible paths based on an uncertain event. In this conversation, the friends prefer cycling outdoors, but… B1 4 s

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Rita said she'd found a spare switch in the cupboard. She asked whether I wanted her to fit it while I waited. You describe an offer to repair your lamp immediately. · from ‘Who Said What? Passing On a Message’ B1 8 s Included with membership
Several residents asked whether our charity prize draw was fair to outside donors. We published our complete financial summary on the community board this morning. Every ticket receipt is filed in the main office, and an independent accountant will review each transaction next week. We take these steps because open procedures keep our project above board and protect the trust of everyone who supported the neighborhood park. A committee leader explaining the financial handling of a community charity weekend. · from ‘Above board’ B2 27 s Included with membership
We need to discuss whether we can split the moving costs this weekend. My flatmate suggested that we look at our monthly budget together so that we agree on all shared payments before the moving truck arrives. That will keep everything simple and prevent any confusion. A tenant plans how to share moving expenses with a flatmate. · from ‘Discuss or discuss about: Which is correct?’ B1 20 s Included with membership
When our morning supervisor reviews pastry quality, she checks whether each croissant looks flaky and golden. Today the baking is not quite up to scratch, because an oven temperature rose too quickly during preparation. She plans to bake another batch so morning guests receive fresh food. A British bakery manager explains why a batch of croissants must be remade. · from ‘Up to scratch’ B2 30 s Included with membership
Every morning I play a five-minute news summary while drinking coffee. During the first run, I only track the main headlines and skip taking notes. On the second run, I write down two specific names or numbers. Afterward, I record a quick audio memo on my phone explaining the news in my own words. That short spoken summary shows me whether I grasped each story clearly. A colleague describes her daily morning listening routine at work. · from ‘Improve Your English Listening Skills’ B1 33 s Included with membership