TL45: Part 04

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following telephone message.

Hello, Ms. Ortiz. This is Maxim Tinkovich calling from Timmy’s Printing Company about your order. You ordered custom paper napkins with your coffee shop’s new logo printed on them, but you haven’t chosen which type of napkin you want yet. You said you wanted them to be delivered before your shop’s new sign is installed on June 20th, which is coming up soon, so I’d like to get started. I sent you a catalog that lists various options for disposable napkins. Give me a call once you’ve had a chance to look at it. Thanks.

What is the speaker calling about?

What will take place on June 20th?

What did the speaker send to Ms. Ortiz?

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following broadcast.

We’re back with some exciting news. This week, local officials approved the proposal to turn Booth Railway Station into a park. The station has been closed and falling into disrepair for years. Landscape company Arbor Green has been awarded the contract for this job. The results of a similar project they completed in a nearby town impressed city officials, so they approached the company for this one as well. The city hopes that transforming the disused railroad station will improve the landscape of the town and provide a safer space for local children and families to play and relax.

What happened this week?

Why does the speaker say Arbor Green was selected?

What is the city hoping to do?

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following talk.

Thanks so much for letting me visit your factory today to talk about our newest technologies at GMP Tech Solutions. Recently, we designed and tested new assembly line equipment that operates twice as fast as other models currently on the market. This equipment is delivered in pieces from our warehouse and put together by our mechanics in your factory. With our model, you’ll improve production efficiency by up to fifty percent. Today only, I’m able to offer you a discount on bulk orders. I’m going to pass around some pamphlets with our designs and prices.

What is the speaker trying to sell?

What is special about the products?

How can listeners receive a discount?

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

Thank you all for coming to the staff meeting. I want to start by saying how sorry I am for not being on time. I just got in from a business trip and my flight was delayed, so I was later than expected. In any case, I have a brief announcement to make. The customer satisfaction survey results are showing that customers are complaining that some of our children’s athletic shoes only come in one color. It seems that people would prefer a wider range of color options for both boys and girls’ footwear. So, that is what we will do for next year’s models. The design team will have an additional meeting on Thursday to discuss the changes to the existing designs.

What does the speaker apologize for?

According to a survey, what are customers dissatisfied with?

What will happen on Thursday?

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following advertisement.

Spring is right around the corner! That means big savings on winter wear. To make room for our new spring line, Circle Horace Outfitters is selling all its winter attire for unbelievably low prices. The sale starts on Saturday and will continue for two weeks. Customers who make an in-store purchase during the first weekend of the sale will receive a special coupon for additional discounts. Act fast to take advantage of these great deals. See you soon!

What is the advertisement mainly about?

What type of business is being advertised?

What can listeners do during the first weekend of the sale?

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following introduction.

Welcome aboard the USS Orion! You’ll be able to experience what life is like aboard a naval ship on this interactive tour. I would like to say first that many of the passages are quite narrow, so it’s not suitable for people who are uncomfortable with small spaces. In addition, because of safety concerns due to the inclement weather, we will not be viewing the deck of the ship. Those interested can save the receipts from today and come back on a clear day to visit the deck free of charge.

Where does the talk most likely take place?

Why does the speaker say, “many of the passages are quite narrow”?

What should the listeners save?

Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following telephone message.

Hello, this is Thomas calling from Horton’s Bulk Food. You’re scheduled to have your regular order delivered to your restaurant this afternoon. Unfortunately, the snow is coming down heavily and it doesn’t seem to be stopping. It’s impossible to drive through right now. I apologize and hope you won’t be too inconvenienced. Please return my call as soon as possible, so we can arrange another delivery time. You can reach me at 988-3944.

What type of business does the speaker work for?

What does the speaker imply when he says, “It’s impossible to drive through right now”?

What does the speaker ask the listener to do?

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following broadcast.

Thanks for joining me today. This is Local Hits with me, Marilyn Anon, a music critic for over thirty years. Music lovers in the downtown area will be excited when they hear today’s news. A local resident is opening a record store on the corner of 3rd Street and Baker Avenue next month. Now there are already several music stores in that neighborhood, but this new store promises to stock rare records and genres that the other stores tend to ignore. Next, I’ll play some songs that this store owner has chosen herself to introduce you to her store’s selection.

What does the speaker say about herself?

Why does the speaker say, “there are already several music stores in that neighborhood”?

What will the speaker most likely do next?

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following telephone message and weather forecast.

Hi. This is Margaret. I’m calling to update you on some changes to the retirement party I’m planning for your company CEO. I just checked the weather forecast for the week and I’ve decided to move the party to our inside location at Bellevue Hall. There is only a slight chance of rain that day, but it’s expected to rain heavily the day before. I think the ground in the park will be too muddy to hold the party there. I want to let the band know about this change. Since you hired them to play at the party, would you please call me back with their number?

Who most likely is the speaker?

Look at the graphic. What day will the party be held?

What does the speaker ask the listener to do?

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting and form.

Hello, everyone! As the subscription coordinator here at Fighting Hunger International, I want to thank everyone for putting in all the extra hours this week so that we could put out our monthly publication on time. As you know, our status as a nonprofit organization can only be maintained through the contributions of donors, so we are planning to start this financial quarter off strong with as many subscriptions and donations as possible. This week, we are going to be mailing this form out to previous donors, contributors, and subscribers. For those who processed these forms in the past, please note that there is now an option to become a monthly donor as well as an option to increase the amount for an annual subscription.

What does the speaker thank the listeners for?

Where does the speaker most likely work?

Look at the graphic. Which amount has changed this year?