Mr. Ishida has gone to the U.S. to visit a company
specializing in construction machinery. He has just finished a
meeting in Houston with some representatives from the company's
sales team. George Clinton is the Sales Manager.
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Clinton: So, what did you think of the meeting?
Ishida: Most interesting. I enjoyed the presentation very much.
Clinton: I'm glad to hear you liked it. How about getting a drink and something to eat?
Ishida: Good idea. Do you know anywhere around here?
Clinton: Sure do. I know a great little place about two blocks from here. Do you like Italian food?
Ishida: Yes, I love it. Especially pasta. My wife and I often go to Italian restaurants in Japan.
Clinton: Really? Is Italian food very popular in your country?
Ishida: Yes, it is. There are a lot of good Italian restaurants in Kobe and Osaka.
Clinton: My wife and I used to eat out a lot. However, we had a baby last year so we can't do that anymore.
Ishida: Ah, I see. How many children do you have?
Clinton: This is our second, and hopefully our last! How about you? Do you have any children?
Ishida: No, but my wife is expecting our first child.
Clinton: Congratulations! When is the baby due?
Ishida: Around mid-September.