Conversation 1

A: Good morning, madam. Anything I can do for you?

B: Yes, thank you. I'd like some grapes, watermelons and peaches. But these don't look quite ripe.

A: You are right, madam. These won't be ready until another week or so. But we have some really ripe over there. And look, nice fresh grapes and peaches. They are ripe and juicy.

B: Well, they do look wonderful. But are you sure these watermelons are ripe?

A: I shall say most of them are ripe. You can tell if the watermelon is sweet by tapping on it.

B: Would you please choose one of them for me?

A: Yes, with pleasure… Here you are.

B: Good! And I want a dozen of peaches and two pounds of grapes. Can I sample a grape?

A: Yes, please.

B: Very well, sir. Will there be anything else? I also want some tangerines.

A: Good. We have wonderful tangerines. They are going so fast that we have to lay in a fresh stock every two or three days.

B: All right, I'll take two dozen. Could you double-bag everything?

A: Sure… These altogether cost fifteen dollars.