English Conversation

TODD: Hi—you must be John’s cousin Matt, right? From San Diego?

MATT: Correct! I just got in last night.

TODD: I’m Todd, John’s roommate from Tech. Glad to meet you. I can assure you that I’m not anything like what John has told you.

MATT: I’m happy to meet you, too—-and, yes—-I have heard about you! Football player and party animal extraordinaire.

TODD: Football, yes—-and as a matter of fact, I do like parties. But tell me more about yourself and what you do in San Diego.

MATT: Well, I’m more (of) a surfer than a football player. You know, San Diego has a fantastic coast—-and we can surf all day and then party on the beach at night.

TODD: That sounds awesome. How long are you staying?

MATT: Well, I’ll be here for two weeks. John has promised me a nonstop schedule—-kind of a mix of sightseeing, meeting his friends, checking out the local scene,and—-hopefully—-camping in the mountains for a couple of days.

TODD: John’s a good guy—-and you can be sure he knows the local scene. He knows everybody in town. I’m sure he’ll show you a good time. And his friends are here to help.

MATT: Thanks so much-—I really appreciate that. I’m still a bit jet-lagged at the moment but should be in good shape by tomorrow. I’m looking forward to hearing what John has in store for me. . . .

TODD: Don’t worry. We’ll all take good care of you. And don’t be surprised if we show up on your doorstep in San Diego one day, ready for surfing!