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A: Here, when someone lets another car merge, they turn on their emergency lights to say thanks.
B: Yes, it's a common practice in Korea since we don't usually get to see each other while driving.
A: In the States, we don't have darkly tinted windows like many cars here./ B: I heard it's against the law.
A: Tom, do you know what your MBTI is?/ B: Sorry. I don't get it. What's MBTI?
A: I don't know what it stands for, but in Korea, MBTI is quite popular for understanding personality types.
B: Never heard of it. In my hometown, people often ask, "What's your star sign?" as a conversation starter. FYI, I'm a Taurus.
A: Look at that, Mina. The board tells us exactly when the bus will arrive.
B: Yeah, it's so helpful. No more guessing when the next bus will come.
A: In the U.S., we also don't have heated benches either./ B: They just started installing them all across the country.
A: Oh, I just love this heated bench so much, I don't even want to get up.
A: I told you about my friend Sarah who loves Korean culture./ B: Oh, sure. You said she even learned Korean in college.
A: That's right. Well, she's coming to Korea next month. She's super pumped.
B: Wow, she's going to experience the culture she's interested in firsthand! How fascinating is that?
A: Absolutely! I hope she has a wonderful time in Korea.
A: Like I said, my friend Sarah is a huge fan of Korean culture, especially K-dramas.
B: Okay, then I think she must visit some famous drama shooting locations.
A: How come I never thought of that? There are so many popular drama sites!
B: I can take her to some of those locations if she wants./ A: That sounds fantastic! She would absolutely love that.
A: Dad, can we go shopping for my new shoes? See, this is what I want.
B: Oh, sweetheart, I think those shoes might be a bit too fancy and overpriced for a 12-year-old.
A: But Dad, everyone's wearing them, and they're so cool! I really want to fit in this year.
B: I understand, Kiddo, but we need to be practical. Can we revisit the shoe idea later?
A: I'm stuck. My daughter wants pricey shoes for school. What should I do?
B: Teens these days care a lot about fashion. Try to understand her style, even if it's pricey.
A: Worried about money, though./ B: Find a balance. Respect her choices but stay within your means./ A: Good talk. Thanks!
A: Sweetie, I checked your old shoes, and I had no idea they're all worn out. I'm really sorry I didn't notice earlier.
B: Oh, Dad, I feel bad too for asking for those expensive shoes.
A: No need to feel bad, kiddo. We'll find you some comfortable shoes within our budget.
B: Oh, thanks, Dad! You're the best!/ A: So, do they fit?/ B: They're a bit too tight around the toes.
A: Yeah, looks like it. How about you try walking around in them?/ B: They're slipping off my feet. Maybe they're too big.
C: No worries. Let's try a smaller size. Would you like them with laces for a snug fit?/ A: Good idea.
A: Koreans peacefully protested against Japanese colonial rule on this day in 1919.
B: I heard people even secretly made Korean national flags to wave on this day.
A: True. And it inspired the nation's fight for independence./ B: It's incredible how people come together for a cause.