Adverbs of Addition and Lists
Conversation 1
Woman: How is your new
apartment?
Man: It is great. I love it.
Woman: What do you like about
it?
Man: Well, first, it is close
to many shops. In addition, it is near a few
parks.
Woman: That must be nice. I
know you love to jog in the park.
Man: I do. Moreover, there is a
great cafe in the building. Plus, it has a gym.
Woman: That's fantastic.
Man: Yeah, not only that, but
it is really cheap.
Woman: Sounds like you got a
great place.
Man: I did.
Conversation 2
Woman: Your test results look
fairly good, but you have put on some weight.
Man: Yes, I am so busy now that
I do not have time to go to the gym.
Woman: Just do some walking. It
is fun and easy to do. Plus, it is free.
Man: I guess I could do that.
There is a park near my house.
Woman: Walking just an hour a
day can be very effective. Moreover, it is a
great way to reduce stress.
Man: Thanks, doctor. I will
follow your advice.
Woman: In addition to walking,
try to get plenty of sleep.
Man: OK, I will do my best.
Conversation 3
Man: How do you like working
in the new office?
Woman: To be honest, I prefer
the old office. The view is nice, but it takes a
long time to get up the elevator.
Man: I know. That can be a
hassle, especially at the start and end of the
workday.
Woman: In addition, parking is
difficult and the commute is longer.
Man: See, for me, it is more
convenient. I live downtown. Plus, I love the
view.
Woman: Yes, the office is
lovely, once you get here that is.
Conversation 4
Man: So, what is in the news?
Woman: It says they are
planning to build a new park near the station.
Man: That sounds nice. This
town needs a good park. Furthermore, that part
of town could use some new life.
Woman: In addition to the park,
they will build some new sports fields. Plus,
they will tear down the old factory nearby.
Man: That is wonderful news. It
will make the town a much nicer place to live.
Moreover, it will create jobs.
Woman: Yes, and finally, we
will have a nice place to take the kids on
weekends.
Man: It sounds great. It is
nice to have some positive news for a change.
Grammar
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Gap Fill: Complete the conversation with the correct word!
Grammar Listening Practice
Well, first, it is close to shops. In addition, it is near parks.