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Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 401: Giving Warnings and Cautions.

This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 401. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California.

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This episode is called “Giving Warnings and Cautions.” It is a dialogue between Brett and his mom. They’re going to be talking about Brett’s new apartment, and some problems in the apartment. Let’s get started.

Brett: Hi, Mom. Come in. Welcome to my new place. My roommates aren’t here right now or I’d introduce you.

Mom: Hi, dear.