Martin, who are you going to vote for?

Do you mean for the president?

Yes.

I’m not sure yet.

You should make up your mind soon. The election is next month.

Yes, I know. I hear about it every day on the news.

I’m going to vote for Obama.

I think he is a good choice, but I think McCain would make a good president also.

I know. They’re both good. It’s hard to decide. McCain is older but he has more experience. Obama seems to have a lot of good ideas, but some people say he wants to raise taxes.

I heard he wants to lower taxes. It’s hard to know what the truth is. That’s the reason I really don’t pay attention to politics.

Yes, it can be frustrating, but it’s important and it’s interesting to watch.

Lesson 100: BOOK CLUB

Hey John, can I talk to you for a minute?

Sure, what’s up?

I wanted to let you know about a book club I joined a couple of months ago. I know you do a lot of reading so I thought you might want to come with me next month.

Oh, that sounds like fun. When does the group meet?

Usually the last Saturday of the month at 9:30 in the evening. Is that too late for you?

No, I think that’s ok. What do you talk about in the group?

Well, every month we choose a new book and then during the next meeting we discuss it.

What book are you reading now?

The Kite Runner.

I’ve heard that’s a good book. What’s it about?

It is a good book. I’m almost finished. The book is about a boy who grows up in Afghanistan during the 1980s. It’s called the Kite Runner because the main character takes part in a kite flying competition.

That sounds really interesting. I’d love to come.

Ok, great. The next meeting isn’t for another two weeks, so you still have time to read the book.