Dialogue One: Buying Medicine at the Drugstore
A: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
B: Yes, let’s hope so. Thank God you speak English.
A: Well, just a little. What seems to be wrong?
B: I’ve got an upset stomach- it’s pretty bad. I’ve been up all night and now I’ve
got a bad headache, as well.
A: I see. When did it first start?
B: When I went to bed.
A: Do you think it is something you have eaten?
B: Oh, for sure. I’m not used to eating Kimchi.
A: No, it can be pretty strong.
B: I’ll say. You can say that again.
A: Have you got diarrhea? Is it very loose?
B: That’s what it feels like.
A: How often do you have to go?
B: I have to go every few minutes.
A: Imodium is highly recommended.
B: How much is it?
A: It’s $5.
B: That’s too expensive. Do you have a generic product?
A: Yes, we do. Attapulgite costs $1.35.
Dialogue One:
Who are A and B?
Where are they?
Do you think B is a Korean?
What is wrong with B?
What couldn’t B do all night?
What does B have?
When did his upset stomach first start?
Does B know what caused his upset stomach?
What does B feel like he has?
How often does B have to go to the bathroom?
What did the pharmacist recommend?
How much is Imodium?
Did he buy Imodium?
What did he buy instead?
How much cheaper is Attapulgite?
Dialogue Two: Can’t Stop Scratching
A: Can you give me something for insect bites?
B: This will help. It is supposed to be very effective. Let me see your bites. Oh!
It looks like you’ve got an infection. Have you been scratching them?
A:
Well…it was really itchy!
B: Use Skeeter Stik topical ointment. It’ll stop the swelling and itch fast. Cover
your bite with Band-Aid. It will stop you from scratching.
A: How much are they?
B: The ointment is $3.55 and Band-Aid, 50 strips in a box, is $0.99. That’s $4.54.
A: Here you are.
B: Here’s your change. If the ointment doesn ’t work, you have to go to
dermatologist.
Dialogue Two:
What is A buying?
What’s wrong with A?
What does ‘effective’ mean?
What does the pharmacist check first?
What does A look like he’s got?
Why does A have an infection?
Why has A been scratching?
What does B recommend?
What does Skeeter Stik topical ointment stop?
Why does A have to cover the bite?
How many pieces of Band-Aid are there in a box?
How much did A pay in all?
If the ointment doesn’t work, what should A do?
What does a dermatologist do?
Dialogue Three: Advice from the Pharmacist
A: Okay, that will be 20 euros.
B: 20 euros…that seems a lot to me.
A: Well, this is the simplest treatment we have for your condition as you have
described it to me. And the most effective, according to what you have told me.
I can find you something cheaper if you like.
B Ah… no, that’ll be fine. I’ll try what you are giving me.
A: I’m sure you will be all right. Enjoy the rest of your holiday. Be careful of what
you eat and drink. No unwashed fruit or salads, no undercooked food, no tap
water and no alcohol until you’re fully better. Don’t eat or drink at dodgy stalls
or stands – only properly cleaned shops and restaurants, all right?
B: All right. I’ll do as you say.
A: Are you sure you’ve understood everything I’ve said? Just tell me if there’s
anything you don’t understand and I’ll go over it all.
B: No, I think I’ve got it all.
A: Good. Well, here’s hoping not to see tomorrow. Goodbye, then.
B: Goodbye.
Dialogue Three:
How much did the pharmacist ask for?
What wrong with B?
Does B think 20 euros is reasonable?
If 20 euros is too much, what can A do?
What should B be careful of?
What does ‘dodgy’ mean?
Say ‘I’ve got it all’ in other words?
Did B ask A to repeat what he said?
Can you guess what B is suffering from?
Dialogue Four: Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs
A: Can you give me this medicine?
B: You need a prescription to get it.
A: The doctor who prescribed it to me is in Korea.
B: I’m sorry, sir. You have to see another doctor in U.S.
A: Then, can you give me something over-the-counter? I have a headache.
B: How long have you had it?
A: About half an hour.
B: Well, here are some aspirins.
A: I’m allergic to aspirin.
B: Then try these pills. Take two every three hours.
A: I’ve tried that before but it doesn’t seem to work.
B: How often do you have this headache?
A: Almost everyday.
B: I think it’s advisable to see a doctor about this. There is a clinic is just across
from here.
A: Thank you.
Dialogue Four:
What does A ask for in the beginning?
Did B give A what he asked for? Why or why not?
Why couldn’t he get another prescription?
What kind of medicine did A ask for instead?
What does ‘prescription’ and ‘over-the-counter’ mean?
What’s wrong with A?
How long has A had a headache?
What medicine did B recommend first?
Why doesn’t A take aspirin?
Why didn’t’ A take the second medicine recommended to him?
How often does A have the headache?
What did B advice at the end?
Where is the clinic?
Dialogue Five: Sensitive Gums
A: Good evening. May I help you?
B: Yes, could you recommend good toothpaste for sensitive gums?
A:
Sure. Here is a tube of Sensodyne. Nine out of ten doctors recommend this.
B: Let me have a tube.
A: Would you like Fresh mint, Extra Whitening, Tartar Control, or Original Flavor?
B: Hmmm…I’ll go with Extra Whitening. I haven’t tried it before.
A: It’s $6.95.
B: Here you are.
A: Thank you. Have a good day!
Dialogue Five:
What is B buying?
Does B have a specific toothpaste he wants to buy?
What is wrong with B’s gums?
If you have sensitive gums, what usually happens?
What brand did A recommend?
How popular is Sensodyne?
What types of Sensodyne toothpaste are available?
Why did B decided to choose the Extra Whitening toothpaste?
How much is it?
Dialogue Six: Herbal Remedy
B: Hey, Saemi. Long time no see.
A: Hello, Mr. Smith. My hair keeps falling. My scalp is a bit itchy. The expensive
shampoos I’ve been using don’t seem to be working.
B: Have you tried herbal remedies?
A: No, I haven’t.
B: This is a 100% natural herbal remedy, Ayurvedic Herbal Head Massage oil.
A: Do a lot of people buy it?
B: Yes, we’ve sold 100 bottles this month. People keep coming back for more.
A: Then, I’ll take it.
B: It’s $3.50 a bottle.
A: Here you are, Mr. Smith.
B: Thanks. Don’t forget to leave overnight.
Dialogue Six:
Are A and B total strangers?
What’s wrong with A’s hair?
What’s wrong with A’s scalp?
What isn’t working for her?
What did Mr. Smith suggest to use for her?
What does ‘remedy’ mean?
What brand did B recommend?
Is this product popular?
Is this product effective? Why or why not?
Is this product expensive?
How must A use the oil?
diarrhea 설사
be allergic to 알레르기가 있다
loose 물렁물렁한;설사를 하는
across from ~의 바로 맞은편에
generic product 상표 없는 상품
prescribe 처방[지시]하다
dodgy 수상한, 믿지 못할
insect bite 벌레 물기
stalls/ stands 매점
effective 유효한, 효과적인, 효력있는
properly cooked 잘 익은
infection 감염, 오염
athlete’s foot (발의) 무좀
scratch 긁다
recommend 추천[천거]하다
Band-Aid 반창고 《상표명》
suggest 제의[제창, 제안]하다
sensitive 민감한
sunburn 햇볕에 탐
out of ~을 떨어져서
cream/ ointment 유지/ 연고
tartar 치석
itch 가렵다
herbal 풀의, 초목의;약초의[로 만든]
remedy 치료, 요법;치료약