The document contains dialogues between Cristina and other characters discussing various topics: 1. Cristina talks about her holidays in Italy last summer and plans to travel again soon due to missing warm weather. 2. Cristina visits the doctor feeling unwell with cough and sore throat. The doctor prescribes medication and advises rest. 3. At a clothing store, Cristina tries on a dress for an upcoming birthday party and discusses outfit options with a friend. 4. In a job interview, an inexperienced nurse expresses her passion for the job to the head nurse, who offers her the position.

1. DIALOGUE UNIT 2: Pasado
- Hello, Cristina, what are you doing?
- Hi! I´m thinking about my holidays…
- Really? In January? You have just had a rest in Christmas!
- Yes, it´s true, but I miss warm weather, beach… summer!
- Where did you go last summer?
- I went to Rome. What a wonderful city!
- I know. I was there five years ago
- I have family in Italy, so, I feel there like at home: happy
and confident
- Were you born in Italy?
- No, actually I was born in Spain. And you?
- In fact I´m French. Have you ever been in France? It´s a
beautiful country. I often go there and I always get some
time to have dinner in Maxim´s
- Really? I have never been in France! I don´t like French
food; I prefer Italian .
- French and Italian food are good, but Spanish is the best
one
- I do agree. Let´s eat some “pescaito”
- Perfect!!
DIALOGUE UNIT 4: HEALTH

2. - May I come in, doctor?
- Sure you can !Let´s see, Ms….
- Cristina, my name is Cristina
- Ok, Cristina, how can I help you?
- I don´t know exactly. I don´t feel good
- Oh, dear! What´s the matter with you, then?
- I´m coughing and I’ve got a sore throat… I also feel very
tired.
- I see. Are you taking any medicine?
- Yes, I have had some painkillers, but I don´t feel any
improvement. Do you think I may have the flu?
- No, I don´t think so. But you’ll have to stay in bed for a few
days and drink a lot of water. I will prescribe you some pills
and a syrup.
- Thank you, doctor.
- But wait. I can see in my laptop than you are a heavy
smoker
- Yes, I am. I can´t give it up
- You must try. Your lungs are paying for this. Do you feel
difficult to breath?
- I’m afraid so. I know I need some help. I have tried to quit
many times. Can you help me?
- Have you tried alternative medicines?
- No, I haven´t

3. - I´ll make you an appointment to see a specialist in
hypnosis, I know some good professionals. I think this could
help you a bit, may be.
- Thank you so much. I´ll make the try.
- Good luck!
DIALOGUE UNIT 6: FASHION
- Do you like this dress, Cristina?
- Yes, I love it! Do you think it will fit me?
- I think so. Why don´t you try it?
- OK. I will… so, what do you think? Do I look good?
- Yes, the color suits you!
- But does it fit me?
- May be you need a smaller size, don’t you think so?.
- I think this dress is perfect for my party
- Which party?
- I will have a party in a few days. Will you come, won´t you?
- Of course, but what is the party for?
- In two weeks is my birthday.
- Congratulations! I think I’ll also need some new clothes! I
prefer jeans and boots, I feel more comfortable and
confident dressing this way.
- But these jeans are too tight. Try a bigger size.
- OK I would also like a black leather jacket.

4. - Have you ever had one of those ones?
- No, I haven´t, and you?
- Yes I have one of those, but I don´t like how it suits me.
- Will you lend me it for your birthday party?
- Yes, of course.
- Thank you! I owe you one!
DIALOGUE UNIT 8: PLANS AND RESOLUTION
- What did you do last Christmas?
- I was at home with my family, eating, drinking... eating and
drinking all day long… I’ve got fatter!
- Oh dear! The same thing every year…
- Yes… every year I try to change this routine, but I always
end up eating more than I should.
- I understand what you mean… it’s also one of my
resolutions every Christmas.
- Talking about resolutions, which have been your New
Year’s resolutions?
- I’ve proposed myself to go to the gym twice a week. Last
year I wanted to go but I was too busy. What about you?
- I want to read more and to learn English.
- Oh I would like to learn English too! But I don’t know if I
would have enough free time.
- That is also a problem for me but I will try to find some
spare time for it.

5. - Well I’m also planning to travel somewhere; I’d like to
sightsee an European city… London maybe!
- What a good idea! London is a beautiful city where you can
do different and interesting activities. I recommend you to
go on Christmas, the city is beautifully decorated.
That’s a great idea!
DIALOGUE UNIT 10: LOOKING FOR A JOB
- Good morning! Are you waiting for the interview?
- Yes, I am
- Ok. So I´ll be before you…
- Is it your first interview as a nurse?
- Yes… and I feel very nervious
- Be quiet. It will be a short time
- I know… but I have not any experience and this makes me
feel uncomfortable. I only have worked like a waitress
while I was in the University. But I know I can do it very
good
- Don´t worry. There is always a first time…
- Have you experience like a nurse?
- Yes, I have worked in a Hospital for 20 years. I have seen all
the illness. I have worked 10 hours and I haven´t rested for
a days

6. - Really? That’s wonderful! I think our job is the most
beautiful work in the world…
- Why do you think this?
- Because I think that we can make easier the life to a person
who is ill. We can help and share ours skills. I love nursery
- Ok. The work is yours!
- What?
- I´m the head of the nurses in this hospital. We are looking
for people like you, someone who loves her job. I´m sure
you will learn quickly.
- I will do my best. Thank you!

7. - Really? That’s wonderful! I think our job is the most
beautiful work in the world…
- Why do you think this?
- Because I think that we can make easier the life to a person
who is ill. We can help and share ours skills. I love nursery
- Ok. The work is yours!
- What?
- I´m the head of the nurses in this hospital. We are looking
for people like you, someone who loves her job. I´m sure
you will learn quickly.
- I will do my best. Thank you!