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‎스몰톡 (SmallTalk AI)

AppStore에서 제공하는 SmallTalk AI 앱은 무료 어플리케이션입니다.하지만 chatGPT를 이용하고 있기에 비용이 발생하고 있습니다.

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(The SmallTalk AI app provided by AppStore is a free application.However, the cost is incurred because we are using chat GPT. If you click on the advertisement when using the mobile app, it can be a great help to operate the app.)

1.오늘의 영어 말하기(20분)
Talking About Mysteries & The Unknown in English

1) An Unsolved Mystery

Molly: Ever heard of Dan Cooper? An unknown criminal who hijacked an airplane in the 70s?

Martin: No, never heard of him.

Molly: I just watched a fascinating documentary about him on YouTube. His crime is still one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in US history!

Martin: Okay, so what happened?

Molly: Well, the story of Dan Cooper is an intriguing one. So this guy, Dan Cooper, hijacked a plane full of passengers flying over the U.S. No one knows who he was and the case has baffled the FBI for over 50 years.

Martin: Why did he do it? Terrorism?

Molly: For money! During the flight, Cooper said he had a bomb in his briefcase and demanded parachutes and $200,000. The plane landed in Seattle and the passengers were exchanged for the money. Now, this is where the story gets really interesting!

Martin: Go on.

Molly: The plane took off again for Mexico with instructions from Cooper to fly at 10,000 feet. At some point during the flight, they think Cooper jumped out of the plane with all the cash.

Martin: Okay, so this guy escaped with the money?!

Molly: Well, that’s still unexplained. There are theories about what happened to him but the case remains a mystery to this day.

Martin: So that’s it? They must know more about what happened?

 

Molly: Well…
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- Ever heard of ..?
- Have you heard about… ?

- No one knows…
-> No one knows where Cleopatra’s tomb is.
- No one knows for sure…
-> No one knows for sure who Jack the Ripper really was.

- unknown
- unsolved
- unexplained

- There is an air of mystery to it.
- The situation is shrouded in mystery.
- The mystery has been cleared up.
- It will remain a mystery.

- fascinating
-> What was the last unsolved mystery you thought was fascinating?

- intriguing
- mysterious
-> a mysterious noise
-> a mysterious stranger
-> a mysterious disappearance

- The case has baffled the FBI for 50 years.

2) A ghost ship?
Martin: Have you heard of the Mary Celeste? The ghost ship?

Molly: Ghost ship? No. What is that?

Martin: It was a ship, found drifting in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, totally empty.

Molly: Sounds interesting! Tell me more!

Martin: Well, this has baffled historians for over one hundred years. The ship left New York in December 1872, sailing for Italy. They found it a month later with all the crew missing!

Molly: Hmmm… Okay, so something happened on board, and everyone abandoned the ship?

Martin: Well, it’s not that straightforward. When they found the ship, there was nothing wrong with it. What’s more, there were plenty of supplies and all the crew’s possessions were still on board.

Molly: How could that be?

Martin: No one knows for sure, but there are some interesting theories as to what might have happened.

Molly: Such as?

Martin: Some people believe pirates killed the crew. Others suspect that two of the crewmen killed the rest of the crew because their possessions weren’t found.

Molly: The passengers were murdered? This is giving me the creeps.

Martin: Other theories suggest mother nature, a storm maybe, caused the crew to abandon ship, but that doesn’t explain why they left everything behind.

Molly: Yeah, that’s so weird.

Martin: Some people believe there must be a supernatural explanation, and the crew were taken by aliens, ghosts or some other type of creature from the deep!

Molly: Creatures from the deep? Surely not! Anyway, I’ve heard enough. Monsters from the ocean freak me out.

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- ________ interesting.
- ________ not!
- Really? I’m ________ now.
- That’s so ________

- Sounds interesting.
- Surely not!
- Really? I’m intrigued now.
- That’s so weird.

3) He must have jumped
Martin: They must know more about what happened?

Molly: Well… for starters, they know so little about the man that Dan Cooper might *not* ‘ve been his real name.

Martin: Okay. So did they figure anything out?

Molly: So many things are uncertain. As the plane was flying over the Washington mountains at night, he probably parachuted out. They’re not completely sure.

Martin: You mean he *could*’ve hidden on the plane and escaped later?

Molly: Possibly, but police searched the plane and didn’t find him.

Martin: So he must’ve jumped out! But he can’t’ve survived the jump from 10,000 feet into the mountains! Did they find his body?

Molly: No body or parachute was ever found. They did find a bag containing $6000 in a river. It may have belonged to Cooper but even that wasn’t certain.

 

Martin: Wow. Great story! I wonder what really happened to him? Maybe he’s sitting on a beach in Mexico right now laughing at all of us?

Molly: Haha! Maybe.

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- So, he must have jumped out!
- He can’t have survived the jump from 10,000 feet…

- Dan Cooper might not have been his real name.
- He could’ve hidden on the plane.
- It may have belonged to Cooper.

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2. 오늘의 영어 말하기- 두번째(20분)
How to Talk About Apps in English

1) How Many Apps do you Have?

Oli: Have you ever heard of FitGrid?

Katie: No, but let me guess. Is it a new app?

O: Yes, that’s right. Apparently, it’s a mix between a social media app and a fitness app. It looks really cool – I’m going to download it.

K: How many apps do you have now?

 

O: I’m not sure exactly, but it must be well over a hundred. From time to time I delete the ones I don’t use – but then I download more. I’m a bit of an addict. What about you? How many do you have?

K: I don’t know. Not many. Just the basics, you know. I have WhatsApp of course, a banking app, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, Facebook, Netflix, and a couple of games. Perhaps about ten in total. How can you possibly have more than a hundred?! What kinds of apps do you have?

 

O: Well, I’m a big fan of social media, so I have all the social media apps – although I mostly use Instagram and Twitter. What I like about Instagram is that it’s great for sharing photos and videos. I watch a lot of movies, so I have Amazon Prime and Netflix. Then there are shopping apps, music apps like Spotify, reading apps, and, most importantly, food delivery apps, because I don’t know how to cook.

K: You know there are apps which teach you how to cook, right?

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- When was the last time you downloaded an app? What was it?
- How many apps do you have in total?
-> The last time I downloaded an app was last weekend. It was a game called ‘Dinosaur Rock’. Now I have around 25 apps on my phone.

- What kinds of apps do you have? Why?
-> I’m a fitness fanatic, so most of the apps on my phone are related to keeping fit. It’s almost like having a personal trainer on your phone, which is great.

2) What does your favorite app do?
Katie: So, what’s your favourite app at the moment?

Oli: Well, it’s been around for a while, but right now, my favourite app is Plant Nanny.

K: Seriously? It’s called Plant Nanny? Does it help you to look after your house plants?

O: No, it reminds you to drink enough water – so you don’t get dehydrated.

K: Do you really need an app to encourage you to stay hydrated? But, OK, how does it work?

O: Well, you download the app and you input some personal information such as your height, your weight and your level of physical activity – and Plant Nanny tells you how much water you should be drinking.

K: Right…

O: Then you choose a plant – the plants are super cute – and every time you drink a glass of water, you tap the screen, and the app records how much water you drink. Basically, if you drink enough water, your virtual plant will grow.

K: Does it send you annoying reminders all the time?

O: ou do get reminders from time to time. I think they’re helpful – but you can disable them if you like. The plants are really cute. You should try it!

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- Does Plant Nanny help you to look after your house plants?
- No, it reminds you to drink enough water.
- Do you really need an app to encourage you to stay hydrated?

verb + object + to + infinitive:
- Banking apps enables us to do our banking efficiently.
- Google Maps allows us to find our way.

- Messaging apps enable us to keep in touch with our family and friends.
- WhatsApp allows me to call people I know for free.
- It allows us to upload and share images and videos.
- It helps you to remember important appointments.

- Watch2gether is an app which lets you watch videos online with your friends.
-> verb + object + base infinitive

- What’s your favourite app at the moment?
- How does it work?

-> The app I like best at the moment is Mint. It helps you to track your spending, which is important to me as I’m a student and I don’t have much money! Using Mint lets me see my spending habits and control my money more effectively.

3) Saying Why You Like an App

Oli: Why are you such a fan of Plant Nanny?

Katie: Well, before I started using this app, I never used to drink enough water. I used to drink too many caffeinated drinks and I was always ending up with a headache. Plant Nanny is quick and easy to use. It’s very convenient, because you only need to tap the screen when you drink a glass of water. I think the simplicity is one of the things I like most about it – it’s very user-friendly. Obviously it’s useful, because it helps you to stay hydrated, but at the same time it’s fun. Plant Nanny has changed my life. I can’t live without it..!

O: I’m afraid I have to admit that I don’t see the point of apps like Plant Nanny. I think these kinds of apps are a complete waste of time.

K: OK – fair enough. You mentioned that you have a couple of game apps on your Smartphone. Which games do you have?

O: My favourite game is Chess.

K: Chess?! I haven’t played chess for years..!

O: You probably think it’s very outdated, but in fact online chess is incredibly engaging and interactive – and you can play against people all over the world.

K: Sounds good!

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- It’s quick and easy to use.
- The simplicity is one of the things I like most about it.
- The convenience is one of the things I like most about it.
- I can’t live without it!

- It’s user-friendly.
- It’s engaging.

- What’s an app that you like or dislike?
- Why do you like or dislike it?

-> One app I really like is Loom, which you can use to record and share videos. I think one of the reasons I like it is its simplicity. It’s intuitive, so you can learn how to use it quickly and easily.

-> Have you ever heard of an app called Yo? It’s kind of like a social media app, but you can only text one word – Yo. Seriously. I just don’t see the point of an app like this!

4) Recommending a app
Katie: Do your students use language learning apps?

Oli: Sure – my students are a lot more tech-savvy than I am..!

K: OK. So, what are three apps you would recommend to someone who wants to learn a language?

O: Well, for starters I’d recommend Wordy. It’s a great way to memorise vocabulary. It’s very user-friendly and students love it because they don’t feel as if they are studying – they learn while they are playing games.

K: But do they actually learn anything? Is it worthwhile?

O: Absolutely! It has its limitations of course – you’re not going to become fluent overnight or anything – but Wordy has a lot to offer. It’s definitely worth a look.

K: Right. Sounds good.

O: Another recommendation would have to be Get This! It’s beneficial because it focuses on listening skills and it encourages students to understand language in context. It’s more challenging than Wordy but at the same time I would say it’s more rewarding, too.

K: OK. So Wordy and Get This. Any others?

O: Well, High Flyer has been around for a while but in my opinion it’s well worth downloading it. It’s designed with higher level students in mind, and many of my advanced level students tell me it’s invaluable.

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- I’d recommend Wordy.
- Wordy has a lot to offer.
- It’s definitely worth a look.
- Another recommendation would have to be Get This.
- High Flyer is well worth downloading.

- High Flyer is (well) worth downloading.
-> be + (well) worth + verb-ing

- An app I’d recommend is Splitwise. It helps you to track money you spend in a group, so if you go on a trip with your friends, you can see who owes how much to whom. It’s definitely worth a look, because it means you don’t have to split every expense, which saves time and effort.

- What’s an app that you like?
- How does it work?
- Why do you like it?
- What could you say to recommend it?

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3. 오늘의 영어 말하기- 세번째(20분)
Saying Sorry In English

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Molly: I’m really annoyed! I came here specifically to buy an oven dish that I saw online, but then I was told you don’t sell them any more.

Oli: Yes, the supplier went out of business, unfortunately.

M: I drove all the way from Linden to buy one! Why is it on your website if you don’t have it?

O: I apologise for the inconvenience. It happened very suddenly and we haven’t had time to update our website yet.

|M: Well, I’m not happy with this.

O: I *do* apologise. I know it must be disappointing. Is there something else I can help you with instead?

M: No thank you.
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- I apologize
- I do apologize.
- Please accept my apologies.
- My sincerest apologies
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Molly: The letter from the college came!

Oli: That’s so exciting! What does it say?

M: Dunno, haven’t opened it yet.

O: Well, what are you waiting for?

M: Here goes…

O: Go on! What does it say?

M: Dear Miss Phillips, we regret to inform you…

O: Oh, no… I’m so sorry.

M: “We regret to inform you that your application to was unsuccessful.”

O: I’m so sorry you didn’t get in. I know how much you wanted it.

M: Well, we’re here now, so we might as well get an ice cream. I was hoping it would be a celebration.

O: I know, me too. Oh, no! It’s closed!

M: What? Why?

O: There’s a sign: “We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances we will be closed until further notice.”

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Molly: Oooh! Ouch! look what you’ve done, you’ve spilt hot coffee all over me!
Oli: Oh! I am so sorry! Here, let me help…

M: This shirt is ruined!
O: I’m really sorry! That was so clumsy of me! Please let me pay for the shirt. It’s the least I can do.

M: Sometimes I don’t know where your head is.
O: I know, I really should pay more attention to my surroundings.

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-  I’m sorry
- I’m very / really sorry.
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Oli: I’m sorry, but I just don’t think your son is ready to play on the team yet!

Molly: I don’t understand why you say that. He’s been working so hard and he’s improved a lot.

O: He has, I can see that, but he’s still the weakest pitcher on the team.

M: You should give him a chance. He may not be great at the game but he’s very enthusiastic.

O: I’m sorry but that doesn’t make any sense at all. We have a championship coming up.

M: Well, I’m sorry you see it that way…

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to disagree politely:
-> I’m sorry, but what you’re saying isn’t logical

to introduce something you think the other person won’t want to hear:
-> I’m sorry, but I don’t think James will qualify for the race this season.

to express disappointment: ‘
-> I’m sorry you won’t be joining us this evening!

to express sympathy:

-> I’m sorry you haven’t been feeling well

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Oli: Oh no! Are you alright?

Molly: I’m okay… but, my car! It’s a complete write-off! What am I going to do!

O: I am really sorry. It’s my fault. I wasn’t paying attention.

M: How will I get to work? Oh, what a mess!

O: I’m really very sorry. I’ll sort it out. Please give me your insurance details. I’ll have the car towed. Can I call you a taxi?
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- I’m really very sorry.
- It’s my fault.

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Oli: Hi, excuse me, hello, I think you’re in my seat.

Molly: No, I don’t think so. This is 23A. And it says so on my ticket.

O: May I have a look? Um, no… your ticket says 28A. That’s over there.

M: I beg your pardon?

O: I said: your ticket says twenty eight A.

M: Oh, excuse me… my eyes and ears aren’t what they use to be.

O: It’s quite alright. Do you need help moving your things?

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‘Excuse me’ is mostly used to get someone’s attention:
-> Excuse me, but can I ask you a question?

to use it as an apology in certain situations:
->  I’m sorry, but I didn’t hear what you said’
-> I beg your pardon.
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Molly: Hello, Derek, thanks so much for coming to see me.

Oli: Hello, Mrs Sanders.

M: As you may have guessed, this is about the whole petty cash incident.

O: Go on…

M: Well, it seems we owe you an apology; the thief was caught this morning.

O: That’s good to hear. I told you I didn’t take the money.

 

M: Yes, you did, and I owe you a sincere apology for accusing you.

O: Well, I appreciate the apology, but I was really hurt by the accusation.

M: I know, I know. And for that, I apologise and hope we can move past it.
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- I owe you an apology.
- Kelly, I think you owe Neil an apology ,don’t you?
- I think you owe me an apology.

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Oli: Why isn’t the environmental report on my desk yet?

Molly: The internet was down again. I couldn’t do the research.

O: I’m so tired of this service provider. I couldn’t even do my presentation yesterday.

M: This has been going on for weeks now. We’re all falling behind on our work.

O: Oh well, what can you do? We’re all so reliant on technology these days.
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Molly: I can’t believe you missed the meeting!

Oli: The bus was late and the traffic on Stevens Street was awful!

M: That’s hardly an excuse. You should’ve made another plan. You know how important this meeting is for the company.

O: I know. I apologise. I should’ve left home sooner.

M: You really let me down. I thought I could rely on you.

O: You can! I sincerely apologise. It won’t happen again. Maybe I can phone Mr Beach to try and reschedule?
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- I sincerely apolizise.
- It won’t happen again.

- I owe you an apology for accusing you without evidence.
- We regret to inform you the park is now closed.
- I beg your pardon; do you know where the ice-cream shop is?
- Excuse me, I think you’re in my seat.
- I do apologise for being late.
- I am really sorry that I forgot about our appointment.
- I’m sorry. The accident was my fault.
- I sincerely apologise for my outburst.

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4. 오늘의 표현(10분)
VERBS | WHY LEARN A LANGUAGE 

1) brush up (on) (복습하다)
I thought I’d brush up my English before going to Califonia.

2) build up ( 더 공공히 하다)
I want to continue to build up my skills in U.S. banking.

3) open up (가능하게 하다)
English will open up better job opportunities for you.

4) pick up (이해하다)
When you live in a country, you soon pick up the language.

5) lead to (~로 이어지다)
Studying abroad gives an opportunity for better education which leads to a better working position after graduation.

6) pay off (성공하다)
With my English skills, I hope all this work pays off.

7) stand out (빼어나다)
Make your CV stand out to employers by showing them your English skills.

8) stick together (함께 뭉치다)
If we all stick together, we can succeed.

9) light up (밝게 하다)
English is an essential tool to broaden and light up our outlook on the world.

10) get a round(돌아다니다)
Not only will English help you get around, but it will also make it easier for you to interact with other travelers.

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 5. 오늘의 영상(20분)
STOP Trusting "Motivational" Speakers

1회 - 자막 안보고 듣기
2회 - 자막 안보고 듣기

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6. 오늘의 chatGPT 추천문장.

chatGPT에게 다음 표현 2가지로 대화문장을 만들라고 요청(5분)

’Splendid’
‘I rest my case’

 

대화문 1:

A: "Splendid!"

B: "What happened? Why are you so excited?"

A: "I just got accepted into my dream university!"

B: "Wow, congratulations! I knew you could do it. I rest my case."

 

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