TL46: Part 04

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

Before we go, we need to discuss the Park Road building project. We were hoping to start construction on the new community center next month, but there was a problem with the permits issued by the ‘CE’. We likely won’t be able to start construction until spring of next year. However, that will coincide with the start of the Roger Street building, so we’re going to have to hire some additional contractors during that time. Does anyone have a firm they’d like to recommend for the project?

What industry does the speaker most likely work in?

What is the speaker mainly talking about?

What are the listeners asked to do?

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following telephone message.

Hello. This is Agassa calling from TelePet Supplies. I wanted to let you know that the new labels your company recently designed for all canned pet food lines have gone over well with our board members. The new labels are much more colorful and attractive than before. I’m delighted to say our sales have increased this quarter regarding our canned pet food. The board would like to go ahead with our plan to have the packaging for dry food lines redesigned as well. Could you call me back so we can talk about this more? Thank you.

What is the message mainly about?

What is the speaker pleased about?

What does the speaker want to discuss further?

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

Thank you for attending this meeting just two days before the inspection of all our shoe-making facilities, despite your busy schedules. Before we get started, I am sorry to announce that Crown Caterings is closing their kitchen for six months to do some major renovations. I know this news may come as a shock since the buffet at the annual conference is one of the highlights of the year. The finance team has found room in our budget to spend more money on a different caterer. Please be assured that we are prepared to do everything necessary to resolve this issue.

Where do the listeners work?

What is mentioned about Crown Caterings?

What does the speaker mean by “we are prepared to do everything necessary to resolve this issue”?

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following broadcast.

Good afternoon. I am Sammy Pries with the local news at 4OnTW Radio. The town of Mocksville has just announced it will reopen the Mocksville fairgrounds this Friday, just in time for Mocksville’s first summer barbecue festival. The fairgrounds have been closed for the spring season in order to repave the parking lots. The project suffered unexpected delays when fundraising to sponsor the upgrade was unsuccessful. Local restaurants are excited that they will be able to showcase their best dishes at the festival this weekend. Residents of Mocksville are invited to visit the fairgrounds from Friday to Sunday to taste dishes and vote for the best.

What is reopening?

What caused a delay in the project?

What kind of event will take place on the weekend?

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following telephone message.

Hello. This is Markiz from “Deserts Monthly.” I’m calling to let you know that your magazine subscription will conclude next month. Subscribers can now renew their subscriptions online. Visit www.dessertsmonthly.com and click on the subscription page. Just fill out the form and add a payment method. It’s that simple! If you have any problems processing your payment, feel free to call us back, and we’ll take care of it for you. As always, thank you for your continued business!

Where does the speaker work?

Why does the speaker ask the listener to visit a website?

What does the speaker imply by “It’s that simple”?

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following talk.

Welcome to Roberts Financial Group’s internship program! We hope that our company is able to help you as you start out on what will – I’m sure – be successful careers in finance. In this orientation session, we will first be showing you around the facilities. After that, you will all go to your respective assigned departments where you will be able to meet your coworkers. There, your supervisors will give you more specific details about your job duties. I’m sure you will have a lot of questions as you start out here as interns. I want you to feel free to ask anything anytime during your internship here. My office is right there at the end of this corridor. Now, let’s begin the tour!

Who are the listeners?

What is the purpose of the talk?

What does the speaker mean by “My office is right there at the end of this corridor”?

Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following announcement.

Thanks for joining me for this last-minute staff meeting. I’d like to start by announcing that we’re excited to open up a second office in New York. As you know, our agency has been extremely successful in matching employers to various job seekers here in Los Angeles. We feel positive that we will have the same success in New York. Our New York executives will visit our office in December for a comprehensive training workshop. I’d like everyone to volunteer for a topic and prepare a presentation.

What is the speaker pleased about?

What business does the speaker work for?

What is planned for December?

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following advertisement.

Looking for a professional and affordable place to have your clothes cleaned? Look no further than Squeaky Clean Dry Cleaners. This month we are making a special offer to our customers. Every customer who signs up for our newsletter will receive a coupon for a 15 percent discount on one of our many dry cleaning services. To sign up, visit our website and enter your email address. Our website can also help you find the Squeaky Clean location closest to you.

What type of business is being advertised?

How can listeners receive a discount?

What can listeners do on a website?

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following telephone message and parking directory.

Hello, Mr. Diego. This is Agatha from Wayside Magazine calling about tomorrow’s meeting. Our staff are big fans of your photography, and we have a lot of ideas for this article to discuss with you. But I want to make sure you don’t have any trouble finding our new office tomorrow. The buildings in the west business complex are all in a row in alphabetical order, and not every parking structure has direct access to every building. So make sure you go to the right one. When you enter the complex, don’t take a parking ticket. First, stop at the security office and ask for your permanent pass. Then keep going straight to the end and park there. We are in the very last building, Building One on the 1st floor.

What will be discussed at the meeting?

What should the listener do at the security office?

Look at the graphic. Which parking structure should the listener use?

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following excerpt from a workshop and flow chart.

May I have everyone’s attention? During last week’s session, we went over developing the business model for your retail store. This week, we will be talking about making a marketing strategy and building a client base. Next week, during our study on product sourcing, we will have a guest speaker who will explain how to work with the wholesale sector that sources your products. We set up many examples and exhibits in the presentation room next door because the material we are covering this week is quite complex. I want to recommend that you put aside some time to go next door and browse the material that we prepared.

What industry is the workshop focusing on?

Look at the graphic. Which week will a guest speaker be presenting?

Why does the speaker suggest visiting the room next door?