Summary: Let’s be honest: It’s hard to keep your mouth shut when you think you know what’s best. When you see someone doing something the wrong way, it’s hard not to jump up and down, telling them what to do differently. If you’re feeling this way, you want to be in charge. It’s called wanting to call the shots. The beginnings of this expression might come from sports, war, or even making a film, but the meaning is always the same. If you are trying or wanting to call the shots in a situation, you want to make the decisions and tell people what to do. You might be the expert, or you might just be bossy. Either way, you think you’re the right person for the job. Amanda and Mason are arguing about the baby. Is Amanda calling the shots, or is it Mason? Find out in this English lesson about relationship trouble. -- View this and other great English lessons at www.englishbaby.com
