If I Were You - Conditionals in English

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24 Sept 201906:18

Summary

TLDRIn this engaging video, Sally discusses her desire to improve her lifestyle and lose weight with a friend. They explore the importance of reducing sweets and junk food, opting for healthier alternatives like fruits and vegetables. The conversation touches on the benefits of regular exercise, the need for adequate sleep, and the impact of habits like late-night TV watching and cola consumption. Sally also shares her aspirations to become an actress and the challenges she faces with her father's disapproval. The dialogue is interspersed with conditional sentences illustrating hypothetical scenarios, providing a practical English learning experience.

Takeaways

  • 🚦 The conversation starts with Sally apologizing for being late due to heavy traffic.
  • πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈ Sally expresses her desire to change her lifestyle and lose weight to feel healthier.
  • 🍰 The friend advises Sally to cut down on sweets and junk food to lose weight.
  • πŸ₯— It's suggested that Sally should eat more fruits and vegetables for essential vitamins.
  • πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ The importance of regular exercise, at least twice a week, is highlighted for good health.
  • πŸ₯€ Packaged juices are discouraged in favor of whole fruits due to their high sugar content.
  • πŸ’€ Adequate sleep is emphasized as a key component of a healthy lifestyle.
  • πŸ₯€ The habit of drinking Cola in the evening is discussed as a barrier to good sleep.
  • 🎬 Sally shares her aspiration to become an actress and her father's lack of support.
  • ✈️ Sally considers a career as an air hostess for the opportunity to travel, but worries about balancing family life.

Q & A

  • Why was Sally late for her meeting with her friend?

    -Sally was late because the traffic was bad.

  • What does Sally want to change about her lifestyle?

    -Sally wants to lose weight and improve her fitness because she has been feeling out of shape.

  • What advice does her friend give Sally regarding her diet?

    -Her friend advises Sally to stop eating so many sweets and to avoid junk food, suggesting she should eat more fruits and vegetables instead.

  • Why does Sally's friend discourage her from drinking packaged juices?

    -Packaged juices have a lot of sugar, which is not healthy for weight loss and overall health.

  • What exercise routine does Sally's friend recommend for good health?

    -Sally's friend recommends exercising at least two times a week.

  • What sport did Sally used to practice?

    -Sally used to go swimming at the swimming pool a few years ago.

  • How does Sally's sleep pattern affect her health?

    -Sally sleeps only five or six hours a night, which is not enough rest for good health.

  • What is Sally's goal regarding her health and fitness?

    -Sally's goal is to be healthier, fitter, and more energetic, which she believes will also make her happier.

  • What is Sally's dream career and why is her father not supportive?

    -Sally dreams of becoming an actress, but her father is not supportive because he would be disappointed if she chose that path.

  • What alternative career does Sally consider after high school?

    -If not an actress, Sally considers becoming an air hostess so she can travel and visit many interesting countries.

  • What is Sally's concern about being an air hostess?

    -Sally is concerned that being an air hostess would not allow her to spend enough time with her family if she gets married and has children.

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