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M: Hi, Cindy.
W: Hello, John.
M: Did you enjoy Bob’s party the other night?
W: Yes, I did. It was really nice to see everyone again after all these years. I could hardly recognize Nancy. She used to be such a tomboy. Now she is so beautiful and elegant.
M: As the old saying goes: A girl changes fast and becomes beautiful. You know, she has married a general manager with a large company.
W: Really? But she deserves it
M: James must feel sorry to hear it. He and she used to be good friends in our class.
W: I know what you mean.
M: Anyway, what about that holiday we were talking about? Do you still want to go ahead with it?
W: You bet I do! I’ve been very busy at work and I really need a break. You know, just he in the sun and relax.
M: Are you kidding? I was thinking about something more active, like sightseeing or swimming. Maybe even surfing if you are up to it.
W: I think I could be persuaded. Yes, why not? Surfing sounds like fun to me. Then what destination do you have in mind?
M: Well, I called the travel agent this morning and picked up some brochures. Here, take a look. I have got one on the South of France which looks nice. Or there’s Italy if you fancy some culture. Or of course, there’s Greece.
W: Greece sounds good. I haven’t been there before. Look at that picture. Blue sky, white sands and a beautiful clear blue sea.
M: I know. But have you seen the price? 450 pounds for one week. And that doesn’t include the hotel!
W: Yeah, it is a bit expensive, isn’t it? What about the South of France?
M: That’s a lot cheaper. In fact there is a special deal on at the moment. 10 days, including the hotel, for only 250 pounds.
W: Let’s have a look at Italy.
M: I already have. It’s far too expensive.
W: France it is then, I think.
1. According to the conversation, what do we know about Nancy?
2. According to the conversation, what do we know about James?
3. What was Cindy’s original plan on the holiday?
4. Why did the two speakers not choose Greece as their destination?
5. Why did the two speakers choose France?