TL17: Part 03

Questions 32 through 34 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: Hi, Mr. Joyce. This is Sally Walker calling from Frohman Publishing. My company has a three-page text that we need translated into Chinese. I know you sometimes do these kinds of short-term jobs for our company.

Man: Yeah, I would be happy to. However, you should know that it is my policy to be paid in advance. Is that okay?

Woman: That’s no problem. I’ll transfer the money into your bank account immediately. The deadline for this translation hasn’t been decided yet. Once I know I will inform you.

Man: Thank you for your understanding. Please e-mail me the documents. I’ll do my best.

Why is the woman calling?

What does the man ask the woman to do?

What will the woman inform the man about?

Questions 35 through 37 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: Good morning, James. Here is a copy of your expense report from last month’s business trip to Tokyo.

Man: Thanks, Mary. Oh… while you’re here can you leave a message in this get-well-soon card for Bryce? He had knee surgery yesterday and I was thinking this card might cheer him up.

Woman: Oh, did he? I didn’t even know he was in the hospital. I was out of town yesterday. Is it serious?

Man: Not that I know of. But he said he had to stay in the hospital for a few days. I am planning on visiting him this evening after work.

What did the woman make a copy of?

What does the man ask the woman to do?

What does the man plan to do?

Questions 38 through 40 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: I need to talk to you about the interior decorations we are carrying out the Carleton ‘s property. They are a major client, so we need to make sure that they are completely satisfied. Have you consulted with them about the furniture for the master bedroom?

Man: I have. They agreed on all of our plans except for the choice for the master bed. They’re worried it is too big and will occupy too much space, so I’m looking for something smaller that still fits the color scheme of the room.

Woman: Okay, I was planning on ordering all the furniture today, but I think we’ll have to wait until we get the commission.

What field do the speakers work in?

What does the man plan to do?

According to the woman, why will the speakers have to wait?

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: Hi. I’d like to adopt a pet that doesn’t have a home. I live alone and feel that a dog would be great company.

Man: You came to the right place. We have many cute dogs here who were rescued from the street and don’t have a home. What kind of dog are you looking for specifically?

Woman: Well, my house is not that big, so I was hoping for a dog small enough to hold in my lap.

Man: All right. Before we can allow you to adopt a dog, we need you to complete some official paperwork. If you have a seat in the lobby, I’ll bring you the documents immediately.

Where most likely are the speakers?

What aspect of the woman’s needs is mentioned?

According to the man, what does the woman have to do?

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Hello. This is David Wright. I represent the guitar player Joe Jackson, who will be performing at your venue this weekend. I wanted to remind you that Mr. Jackson request that no cameras be allowed during the duration of his performance.

Woman: Yes. I remember. We have posted flyers at the entrance prohibiting cameras and I’ve asked our staff to remind guests that photography is not allowed.

Man: Thank you for your cooperation. As you know, Mr. Jackson is very sensitive when he plays.

Woman: I’ll make an announcement on stage before the show to inform the audience one more time about this restriction.

Who most likely is the man?

Why is the man calling?

What does the woman offer to do?

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Hi, Kelly. Did you see our advertisement in this month’s issue of Fishing Fanatic? The accompanying graphic shows how our fishing rods are stronger than any other products on the market.

Woman: Yeah, I saw it this morning. I’m hoping the advertisement will help convince customers to purchase our newest line of fishing rods.

Man: I’m sure it will. I’ll get in touch with the advertising agency and request that the ad be placed in other magazines as well.

What is mentioned about the product?

According to the man, what will the advertisement help to do?

What will the man do next?

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.

Man: Heights Department Store. Michael speaking. How can I help you?

Woman: Hi, this is Sarah. I purchased a Regan cashmere coat from you two weeks ago, but I still haven’t received it yet. I was told that I’d get it in two to three days.

Man: Hold on a second. You need to speak with a representative from the Regan boutique. I’ll transfer your call.

Woman: No problem.

Brian: Hello. This is Reagan Luxury Boutique. Brian speaking. What can I help you with?

Woman: Yes, Brian. This is Sarah. I bought a coat from you two weeks ago and I’m wondering what happened to the shipment.

Brian: Oh, hello, Serra! I’m sorry to hear that you haven’t received it yet. Let me check the computer here. Can you give me your full name?

Woman: Sure. It’s Sarah Jane Park.

Why is the woman calling?

Why does Michael transfer the call?

What does Brian ask the woman for?

Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Hi, Mrs. West. Everything is set up for your anniversary party tonight. If you can arrive at about 6:00 P.M. that would be great.

Woman: 6:00P.M? I have meetings until 8:00 P.M. tonight. You know we are merging with another company at the moment. It’s a very important time for our company.

Man: Oh no. I’ve scheduled the band to play from six to ten o’clock. And dinner will be served at seven o’clock.

Woman: Well, I wish you would have told me about this earlier.

Man: But it’s your fifth year anniversary party.

Woman: Okay. I will cancel my last meeting tonight and arrive around six thirty. So don’t worry, everything will be fine I will just be a little late.

What are the speakers mainly discussing?

What does the man mean when he says “But it’s your fifth year anniversary party”?

What solution does the woman provide?

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Hi, Susan. This is Rob. Did you get the flowers I sent to you?

Woman: Yes, I did. But unfortunately, I’m allergic to sunflowers. I had to go to the hospital because they were in my office for several hours.

Man: Oh, I thought you would like them.

Woman: You know I am allergic to pollen Rob. How could you forget? You should take me to dinner tomorrow night to apologize.

Man: Okay, I will. I’ll take you somewhere nice. Sorry about the flowers!

Why is the man calling the woman?

What does the woman say he should do?

Why does the man say “I thought you would like them”?

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.

Man: Hi, Bob. Hi, Karen. The reason I called you in is to talk about the budget for the last two months. This biggest issue is that our entertainment expenses are way too high. I think we need to reduce the amount we are spending on company lunches and dinners.

Woman: Yes I agree I think we need to start paying for our own lunches.

Bob: I agree with both of you. But I think we need to keep entertaining clients. I think if we pay for our own lunches then that will leave money to take clients out for dinner.

Man: That’s a pretty good idea Bob. Karen does that sound okay with you?

Woman: I think that’s a great compromise Bob. I will make a monthly budget plan and e-mail it to you this afternoon.

What is the main problem the speakers are discussing?

What does the woman suggest they do?

What does the woman say she will send the man?

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation and chart.

Woman: Do you know why the lifts will be out of order next week?

Man: Last week Harriet saw that there were some inspectors in the building next door. Our maintenance checks aren’t up to date, so if we get inspected, the building manager might be in trouble.

Woman: Oh. OK. But did you see the time schedule? The busiest wing in the hospital will be closed from 8:00 to 9:00 A.M., so many people will be arriving to work at that time. I don’t understand why they would schedule the North Wing repair at that time.

Man: Hm. Yes, you’re right. I think we should talk to Dr. Franklin about this. I’m sure he can get the schedule changed.

Woman: I’d better do it now so the technicians have time to reschedule.

What did Harriet see last week?

Look at the graphic. Which is the busiest wing in the hospital?

What does the man suggest the woman do?

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation and list.

Woman: Good morning, this is Hardy’s All Purpose. How can I help you?

Man: Hello. I picked up a camping pack this morning. But it’s missing some of the items.

Woman: Do you know which items aren’t there?

Man: I have the mats, sleeping bags and the carry bag. I thought there was supposed to be one more item in there.

Woman: Ah, yes. I know what it is. Are you able to drop in the store today? I will give you a 15% refund because of the mistake.

Man: Oh, really? That’s very kind of you. I’ll come this afternoon and pick it up.

Where does the woman likely work?

Look at the graphic. What is the man missing?

What does the woman offer to do?

Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation and chart.

Man: Hi. I have a carpet that is identical to this one here. I need it cleaned as I’m going to be selling my office soon. There are three rooms.

Woman: Three rooms of that carpet will cost seven hundred and fifty.

Man: Oh, really? I thought you were advertising a 15% discount on all your carpets?

Woman: That discount only covers our frieze and shag pile carpets.

Man: Hmm…I see. OK. I will need some time to think about it and I will come back.

What does the man say he is planning on doing with his office?

Look at the graphic. What is the carpet made of?

What does the man say he will do?