Dialogue 3: Enjoying the Arts

1. Let’s Dive into a Dialogue!

Laura: Wow, did you see that painting? It has so many colors!

Tom: Yes, I saw it. The colors are mixed really well. They stand out.

Laura: Right? I love how art can grab your attention like that. Do you paint or draw?

Tom: A little bit sometimes. I took a class last year, but I’m still learning.

Laura: That’s nice! I always wanted to try painting, but I never have time.

Tom: You should try it! It’s fun and relaxing. There are no rules in art.

Laura: That’s true. Art helps me forget about everything for a while. It feels good to escape.

Tom: Exactly! I like going to galleries. It feels like entering a new world.

Laura: Speaking of galleries, do you want to see the sculpture exhibit next? I heard it’s great.

Tom: Sure! I want to see what they have on display.

Laura: Awesome! Let’s go. I need some inspiration.

2. Pick the Right Answer!

1. Where are Laura and Tom most likely having this conversation?
   A. At a movie theater
   B. At an art gallery
   C. At a painting class
   D. At Tom’s house
2. What did Tom do last year?
   A. He visited many art galleries
   B. He started selling his paintings
   C. He took a painting class
   D. He met Laura for the first time
3. How does Laura feel about painting?
   A. She dislikes it completely
   B. She wants to try it but lacks time
   C. She prefers drawing instead
   D. She takes regular painting lessons
4. According to the conversation, what effect does art have on Laura?
   A. It makes her feel stressed
   B. It helps her forget about everything for a while
   C. It reminds her of childhood
   D. It makes her want to become an artist
5. What does Tom suggest to Laura?
   A. To visit more galleries together
   B. To take a professional art class
   C. To try painting
   D. To buy some artwork
6. What are Laura and Tom planning to do next?
   A. Leave the gallery
   B. Look at paintings in another room
   C. Have lunch together
   D. See a sculpture exhibit
7. Which statement best describes Tom’s attitude toward art?
   A. He thinks art should follow strict rules
   B. He believes art is fun and relaxing
   C. He thinks art is only for professionals
   D. He finds art galleries boring

Correct answers:

1. B
2. C
3. B
4. B
5. C
6. D
7. B

3. Let’s Answer the Following Questions!

Questions:

1. What does Laura say about the painting they saw?
2. How does Tom describe the colors in the painting?
3. What does Laura say about the ability of art to grab one’s attention?
4. What does Tom say about his experience with painting and drawing?
5. What does Laura say about wanting to try painting?
6. What does Tom say about the experience of going to art galleries?
7. What does Laura suggest they do next?

Correct answers:

1. Laura says the painting has so many colors.
2. Tom says the colors are mixed really well and stand out.
3. Laura says she loves how art can grab your attention like that.
4. Tom says he took a painting class last year and is still learning.
5. Laura says she always wanted to try painting but never has time.
6. Tom says going to galleries feels like entering a new world.
7. Laura suggests they go see the sculpture exhibit next.