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PART 2
1. Why don't we complain about this service?
(a) It was a few days ago.
(b) No, they won't.
(c) It's not worth bothering about.
2. Would you prefer A4 or B4 sized paper?
(A) We're going to need fifty copies.
(b) Whichever one is larger.
(c) The machine is right over there.
3. The designs are in the folder, right?
(a) Yes, she is the new designer.
(b) I don't need this folder now.
(c) I just got them out.
4. I'm going to take a break for coffee.
(a) We were gone one hour for lunch.
(b) Get me a cup while you're at it.
(c) I will repair it.
5. Would you like me to book tickets?
(a) Yes, it was fun.
(b) That's fine with me.
(c) I'll look over it myself.
6. You haven't seen Harry today, have you?
(a) He's in the lounge.
(b) I will do it tomorrow.
(c) We have met before.
7. Should we paint the house dark blue or would light red be better?
(A) It's very light.
(b) Yes, definitely
(c) I prefer red.
8. Can you take a picture of us next to this statue?
(A) Yes, do I just press this button?
(b) I think I should take a cab.
(c) Please develop two photos.
9. Would you like a hand with your marketing project?
(a) I need to borrow it too.
(b) By the end of next month.
(c) Thanks, but I can manage.
10. That's the store where I got my new television.
(a) No, a widescreen model.
(b) They seem to have the lowest prices in town.
(c) You can get one on sale.
11. Should this request be directed to the manager or the supplies department?
(a) There are plenty of supplies at the moment.
(b) Let the manager take care of it.
(c) Ti's better totake adirect route.
12. We should be getting some new monitors soon, shouldn't we?
(a) I have to get his document signed.
(b) Mr. Jeffers monitors our progress.
(c) Not until next month.
13. Has this fax machine been fixed, or should I use a different one?
(a) It's working now.
(b) We're having the copier repaired soon.
(c) Get the mail while you're there.
14. Would you mind checking this transcript for errors?
(a) Just give me fifteen minutes.
(b) You're supposed to do the transcribing.
(c) I'll pay by personal check.
15. These plans are hard to follow.
(a) Which way are you going?
(b) I'm working on the planning committee.
(c) I can't figure them out either.
16. Are you hungry after your long drive, or did you eat along the way?
(A) No, I had a big meal before leaving.
(b) We left on time.
(c) Longer than I thought.
17. We should update all the employees' information in our main computer.
(a) Yes, the information is rather good.
(b) Yes, there have been many changes.
(c) No, the date has not been set yet.
18. You're not going to be around next Tuesday, are you?
(a) Yes, it's just around the corner.
(b) No, that's when I go to Japan.
(c) Yes, sounds good to me.
19. could you take this carton upstairs for me?
(a) Sorry, but I couldn't find it upstairs.
(b) My hands are tied right now.
(c) It should be in the storage room
20. You infromed the clients about the inventory shortage, didn't you?
(a) Deliveries will arrive next week.
(b) Only about 25 units are available.
(c) Yes, but they made a large order anyway.
Part 4
[1-3]
Maraca Offshore has been in the petroleum business for the last twenty-five years.
You will find that no other company has been as successful in searching and drilling for oil. Throughout the years, we have built up clients' trust by maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and honesty despite the ups and downs of the economy. That's why we are confident that you will receive a worthwhile return on your investment if you decide to purchase our stock. Not only does Maraca have revenues exceeding one billion dollars a year, but it also has a strong record of paying dividends to shareholders. I'd like to show you this article in the Investor's Business Daily, for an account of the company's excellent track record.
[4-6]
Your attention, please. We regret to announce that Vanquard Airlines flight 287, with service from Denver to Seattle, has been cancelled due to a medical condition experienced by the pilot. Unfortunately, this was the last flight this evening to Seattle through Vangauard Airlines. For those of you connecting flights in Seattle, we will be offering vouchers which are redeemable with Signet Airlines. They do have a flight to Seattle departing at 8:30. Passengers who will be staying overnight and flying Vanguard Airlines tomorrow will receive complimentary hotel stays, as well as meal coupons.
Please go to the Vanguard ticket counter to rebook your flights and receive the vouchers. Thank you for your patience, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
[7-9]
Your attention. everyone. This is to advise you of a change in our travel plans. We have just learned that up to 10 inches of snow is expected to fall beginning early tomorrow morning. I t could take as long as three days to clear this amount of snow from the roads. As it will be too dangerous to drive through the mountains until the snow-removal operation si complete, we've decided to leave tonight before the snow hits. ; otherwise we will be delayed in getting to the ski resort by a whole day or more. We'll be leaving at 7:00 p.m. tonight, and expect to arrive at the resort early tomorrow, just in time to take advantage of the fresh snow.
[10-12]
Hello, this si Garret Hawley, head buyer at Merchant Bridge Outfitters. the shipment of backpacks which we ordered from you on May 1 did not arrive until July 17, over six weeks after the promised date delivery. We received the merchandise so late in the season that we don't have time to sell it all before the end of summer. Because your company did not meet the terns of the agreement, we expect to be able to return the unsold merchandise for a full refund. We intend to ship the remainder of the stock to your warehouse early next week, and require an order return ID number. Please return this call as soon as possible, aas we consider this a very important matter.
[13-15]
Hello, everyone. I am sorry to have this meeting at such an inconvenient time, but there was little choice due to the time constraints which have been placed upon us. You already know that we were awarded a contract to provide food and beverage service for a series of social functions at the Thames Builders Alliance in the next few months. However, the clients called me yesterday, wanting to make maor changes to the agreement, which is waht we need to deal with this evening. We need to tell them in four days whether or not we can meet these new requirements. Please read the revised document and make any suggesions you feel are warranted at this time.
[16-18]
Attention all aspiring actors and actresses. KLIF will be hosting a youth drama competition at the Romano Theater on November 2nd. All young people aged 18 and under are invited to try out. Give the treater office a call at 719-9437 to set up an audition. The auditions run from the 1st of October to 20th. the drama majors at Ossian University will act as judges at the audition and select the finalist to perform at the theater. There will be categories for individual monologues, as well as group performances. Winners for both categories will be chosen by the audience on show night. First place will receive a four-hundred dollar cash prize.
[19-21]
At ten o'clock this morning, the fire department will conduct our annual fire drill. Everyone, without exception, must take part in this exercise, including visitors. Please, don't attempt to collect your personal belongings or take your work with you . Walk out of the building tin an orderly manner using the nearest emergency exit and go to your department's designated meeting point. Your supervisor will be waiting for you to check in. You are to remain outside until instructed to re-enter the building by the authorities. With everyone's cooperation, the drill will go smoothly and will only take about 25 minutes.
[22-24]
Each morning after clocking in, please check the assignment sheet to see which manager you will be working with for the day. Fifteen minutes before going home each afternoon, please make a list of the day's dictation tasks, phone message, and appointments. On the list, remember to include your name, the name of the manager you worked with , the date a, and the profect your are currently working on. Then, post this list to the progress section of your bulletin board, where we will review it. We hope tat this system will be more efficient for verifying work assignments and making sure everything runs smoothly.
[25-27]
Bad Boys Stereo is having the sale of the century this weekend and everyone is invited. Yes, for this weekend only, all famous brand-name items in the store will be offered at 30% off the original sticker price. And for ten lucky early-bird customers, we are giving away coupons worth an additional fifty dollars off our sale prices. That means you can finally set up a home theater of your dreams! Or maybe you'd prefer an MP3 player?
Whatever you're looking for , this is your chance ! Come down to Bad Boys this weekend and don't miss out on this grandsale. We are located at Williams and University Street.
[28-30]
Good evening, all, I ann pleased to announce that the historical society will be publishing an few journal beginning this coming March. this undertaking will require a lot of effort and initiative from everyone here on the staff. I know you will be willing to do whatever it takes to enhance the profits of this organizations. However, in order to minimize your workloads, we have hired several people to work on the new publication full-time. There will be an art director , a staff writer and the person who you will be meeting today, the new editor. Please welcome Alice Evans to our team.