TL35: Part 03

Questions 32 through 34 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: Do you still want a larger desk and filing cabinet for your office? If so, you’re welcome to have my current ones. I’ll be transferring to another department at the end of the month and will no longer need them.

Man: I’ve wanted to replace mine for a while now, so I’d appreciate that. My only concern is that the desk might be too big for my workspace. Could you measure it today and let me know how large it is?

Woman: Actually, I’m leaving for an appointment right now and won’t be back for the rest of the day. You are free to make the measurements, though. My office will be unlocked, so let yourself in any time.

What does the woman inquire about?

What does the man ask the woman to do?

What does the woman say the man can do?

Questions 35 through 37 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Over the last month, our boutique has only sold a few dresses from the Joyce Cho Collection. Since we have a limited amount of space in the store, we may want to consider replacing that line with items from other designers.

Woman: Yes, I know that it hasn’t been doing well, but I think that’s because it hasn’t been properly promoted. The clothes are actually very fashionable, so they should be more popular with our shoppers than they currently are.

Man: Then let’s try putting up a product display near the entrance to draw more attention to them. Could you work on a display plan when you finish writing the inventory list for the merchandise we received this morning?

What is the problem?

What solution does the man propose?

What does the man ask the woman to do?

Questions 38 through 40 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Excuse me. My friend and I would like to see tonight’s performance of Made for You. I’d like the closest seats to the stage.

Woman: I’m very sorry, but it looks like you’re out of luck. A couple just got the final pair of tickets for this evening’s show.

Man: Is that so? I thought we were certain to get some given how early we arrived.

Woman: Yes, it’s a shame. However, I can reserve you some seats now for tomorrow’s performance if you’d like.

Man: Please do that. I leave town for a business conference the following day, so tomorrow will be my last chance to watch the play.

What does the man want to do?

Why does the man say, “Is that so”?

What will the woman most likely do next?

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: Next in line, please.

Man: Hello. I’m here to take a written exam and renew my driver’s license.

Woman: OK. Just note that many people are ahead of you.

Man: Oh… If I stick around, when do you think I’d be able to take the test? I’m free for about an hour but need to leave for my work shift no later than 4 p.m.

Woman: Because of the number of people here, I doubt you’ll be finished by then. I suggest coming back on another day. Mornings are usually quite slow. That would probably be your best option.

Why has the man come to the facility?

What are the speakers mainly discussing?

What does the woman mean when she says, “That would probably be your best option”?

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Do you want to drive down to the medical conference with me this week? If we leave for San Francisco on Thursday morning, we’ll get there by early evening. That way, we can visit the Hill Art Museum on Friday morning before the conference.

Woman: That does sound like fun, but I think I will take the train. I heard on the news that there is major construction taking place on parts of the highway, and it is causing serious delays.

Man: I didn’t know that. I should probably take the train too. I had better check if there are tickets still available. What time are you leaving?

What are the speakers mainly discussing?

Why are the speakers going to San Francisco?

What does the woman say about the highway?

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: I was trying to make a color copy of our new survey forms, but it seems the printer is out of ink. Do you know where we keep the cartridges?

Man: They’re usually in the storage cupboard in the staff room, but I think we’re out. I’m going to the office supply store after lunch, so I can get a case of them while I’m there.

Woman: Perfect. Could you also pick up some additional things from the store? I’m running low on pens, folders, and a couple of other items.

Man: Sure. Just e-mail me a list of what you need within the next 30 minutes, and I’ll be sure to get everything for you.

What is the woman’s problem?

Where is the man going this afternoon?

What will the woman most likely send the man?

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Ms. Odessa, I heard that Flacco Incorporated will be buying out our firm. Do you know if that’s true? I haven’t received an official memo regarding the matter yet.

Woman: Yes, that information is correct. Clint Hunter, our chief operations officer, has called a meeting here at the corporate headquarters to discuss the news. It will be held this afternoon at 3 o’clock.

Man: I see. Do you happen to know if anyone will lose their jobs as a result? If so, when will people be informed?

Woman: Although we’ll have to wait to hear the final details from Mr. Hunter, I’ve been told that the acquisition will not result in staff layoffs. But he plans to answer staff’s questions at the meeting today. So, you can ask him directly at that time.

What is the man inquiring about?

Where are the speakers?

What has the woman been told?

Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

Woman: The design department still hasn’t sent me a rough draft for our brochure. They were supposed to give it to me this morning so I could look over the design and see if everything is OK.

Man: That’s strange. I thought that they had already finished working on that. Do you want me to drop by their offices and check on the status of their design?

Woman: Could you? I’m really busy with another assignment right now, so I would really appreciate the help.

Man: No problem. I have to go up to their department anyway to deliver some updated employee manuals. I’ll head there in a couple of minutes.

What is the woman concerned about?

Why does the woman want assistance?

What must the man deliver to the design department?

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

Man: Hi, Alice. This is Tim calling from the warehouse. The air conditioner at our facility has stopped operating. It’s almost impossible to work in this heat. Could you send someone up to fix it?

Woman: Yes, the facility manager and I were informed about that yesterday and sent a technician to check it out. He said the machine is old, and replacement parts are no longer available. So, we have ordered an entirely new machine. But unfortunately, you’ll have to deal with the heat for today, since it isn’t going to arrive until tomorrow. Sorry.

Man: Well, I suppose we will have to make do until then. Maybe I can find some fans to use in the meantime.

What is the man’s problem?

What will happen tomorrow?

What will the man most likely do?

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversationwith three speakers.

Man: Is everything ready for Mr. Henderson’s party on Friday? Having his accomplishments as a writer for the Boston Times recognized is a big honor, so I want everything to go smoothly for him.

Woman 1: Actually, we ran into an unforeseen problem.

Woman 2: Yeah. The owner of Oakridge Restaurant just called to cancel our reservation.

Man: Really? Why?

Woman 1: The private room we reserved for Friday was accidentally double-booked. However, the owner said he would take 25 percent off our total bill if we decide to hold the event on a different night.

Man: Hmm . . . in that case, why don’t you check if there is a room available on Saturday? We can push the event back one evening.

Woman 2: Sure thing.

Who is Mr. Henderson?

What are the women concerned about?

What does the man suggest?

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversationand floor plan.

Woman: Hello, I’m Patty Alpert. I was supposed to be here at 9 a.m. for my orientation since I’m a new hire. I got into a minor car accident, though, so I’m a bit late.

Man: Oh, that’s unfortunate. I hope that you’re all right.

Woman: Yes, it wasn’t too serious… just time consuming. Where should I go now?

Man: Right now, everyone is working in groups doing customer service role-playing exercises.

Woman: OK. Which group am I in?

Man: Let me check. Um, we’re just inside the entrance to the auditorium now. Looking straight ahead, you should join the group directly to the left of the stage. I can bring you over if you’d like.

Woman: That’s not necessary. I can find them on my own. Thanks.

Who is the woman?

Look at the graphic. Which group does the woman belong to?

What does the man offer to do?

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation and pie chart.

Woman: Isaac, can you explain the details of our hair salon’s plan to attract customers in March?

Man: We’re going to discount our services up to 50 percent for the month.

Woman: Which services are going to be featured?

Man: All of them, but we’ve chosen to give the biggest discount to the service preferred by over 20 percent of our customers. It has the highest profit margin.

Woman: I see. And is there a list of the specific prices and discounts someplace?

Man: Bradley is making a sign with those details now. Once he’s finished, the receptionist will post it at the main entrance.

What will be offered during March?

Look at the graphic. What service will be 50 percent off?

According to the man, what is Bradley doing?

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

Woman: Simon, have you heard? Our building’s parking lot is going to be closed next week. It’s being expanded and resurfaced.

Man: Yeah. Everyone from our office is gonna have to park elsewhere for four days… Luckily, Friday’s a holiday.

Woman: Right. Fortunately, our company has offered to pay the fees we’re charged for parking. But the garage they recommended is four blocks away.

Man: Oh, really? Why can’t we use Madison Street Parking? It’s just one block from here.

Woman: I guess that one and the Mulberry Lane Lot are for private use only. We could use Clyde’s Parking Tower or Casey’s Garage, but only the former costs under $10 a day, which is our daily reimbursement limit. So, we’ve got to go there.

How long must employees use a temporary parking area?

What does the woman mention about the company?

Look at the graphic. Where is the sign probably located?