Talks - LC4
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Unit 1: Advertisements
TALK 1
Do you want a car, but can't afford a new one? Is your present car safe on the road? Is it always in need of repair? Do people laugh at you when you driver up? Come in and look at our wide selection of previously owned vehicles. Whether you're looking for a four-door sedan or minivan for your family or sporty convertible for yourself, we have the car that's right for you.
Buy a used car today and save $1000. That's 5 percent more savings than our competitors can offer. We have all models of cars to choose from. We also have number of finalcing options to choose from, so you don't need to worry about running out to get a bank loan before you shop for a car. Come to John's Auto Factory. Located on the corner of Highway 7 and Main. Don't wait. This offer is only good today and tomorrow.
1. What is being sold?
A) Used cars
B) Ship models
C) Used television
D) Computers
2. How much can a buyer save?
A) One thousand dollars
B) Over one thousand dollars
C) Five percent of the total
D) Ten percent of the total
3. When will the sale end?
A) Today
B) Tomorrow
C) In five days
D) In two weeks
TALK 2
Thinking of refurnishing your office (tan trang)?
There's beter time than now! Visit Andre's Warehouse this week and check out our alltime low prices. Our weeklong holiday sale ends Firday midnight. Prices on desks, chairs and computer tables have been reduced by 50 percent. All file cabinet are 75 percent off. Nothing will last long at these prices, so hurry on down. We also offer free dilivery on purchase over $400. Free delivery is only available for local residents. Mileage charges will apply for delivery outside of this region. A sale manager will be on-site to answer your delivery questions.
4. How long is the sale?
A) One day
B) Two days
C) Five days
D) One week
5. What is on sale?
A) Clothing
B) Kitchen chairs
C) Office furniture
D) Computers
6. What is the discount on chairs?
A) 15 percent
B) 17 percent
C) 50 percent
D) 75 percent
TALK 3
People's Store has a back-to-school sale special. Now you can buy two pens and get a third pen free. Buy six pens and pay for only four. Each pen is only thirty-five cents. If you buy more than ten pens, we'll give you a free notebook. This week, 10 percent of all sales at People's Store will be donated to the local Shools-in-Need program. At least for elementary schools (tieu hoc) in our district are underfunded (thieu thon) and facing possible closure. Come in to People's Store this week and support your local schools. Strong communities start with healthy schools.
7. What kind of sale is it?
A) Holiday
B) Back-to-school
C) Damage goods
D) Weekend
8. What is on sale?
A) Notebooks
B) Pens
C) Paper
D) A store
9. How can you get a free notebook?
A) Buy more than ten notebooks
B) Buy more than ten pens
C) Arrive before 10:00
D) Bring ten friends
TALK 4
Do you need health insurance? Are you worried about hospital costs? Are you at least 60 years old. If you have answered "yes" to these questions, call our office for more nformation. We have insurance plans for you and your family. At Health nsurance Plus we believe that everyone deserves insurance (xung dang). You shouldn't have to stop traveling or stop living just because of your age or your health condition. Your life has just begun. Put your trust in Health Insurance Plus and look forward to a brighter future.
10. What kind of insurance is being sold?
A) Car
B) Life
C) Fire
D) Health
11. What must one be to get this insurance?
A) Sixty years old or older
B) In good health
C) A doctor. 1
D) Married
12. How can one get information about this insurance?
A) Send an e-mail
B) Visit an office
C) Write a letter
D) Make a phone call
TALK 5
Does it feel like winter is never going to end? Are dealines and meetings getting you down? Studies show that skipping even one vacation a year can drastically reduce your life expertancy (bo qua ngay ca mot ky nghi moi nam co the giam sut tram trong chat luong cuoc song cua ban). What better reason to book a holiday today?Travel Unlimted offer you vacation in the sun. We have three-day, four-day, and seven-day hotel packages starting at $350. That's one whole week of fun in the sun. All meals, hotel charges, and golf lessons are provided. Airfare is not included. Come in this week, and we will waive (bo) the booking fee. This offer is only available at Travel Unlimted agency counter. No onlne bookings.
13. What is being advertised?
A) Calendars
B) Sunglasses
C) Airfares
D) Vacations
14. What is the longest package available?
A) Five days
B) One week
C) 350 days
D) One year
15. What does the $350 NOT include?
A) Hotel
B) Meals
C) Airfare
D) Golf lessons
TALK 6
Everybody is talking about our city's newest restaurant, the Palm Tree Bistro. We have seafood specials every Friday, and you can enjoy our famous desserts every day of a week. Call 555_4409 to reserve your table today. Special group discounts are offered to parties eight or more.
16. What is being advertised?
A) A bakery
B) A seafood store
C) A grocery store
D) A restaurant
17. When can you buy desserts?
A) Today only
B) On Friday
C) Once a week
D) Everyday
18. Who can get a discount
A) Groups of at least eight people
B) Peaple who buy food for a party
C) People who arrive later than 8:00
D) Anyone who calls a certain phone number.
TALK 7
Tisckets go on sale next Thursday for next month's special performance by the National Orchestra (dan nhac). General admisson tickets are available for $55 each, and balcony (ban cong) tickets cost $75. Group of fiteen or more people get a 10 percent discount. Student and senior citizen discounts are not available for this special performance.
19. When will the orchestra perform?
A) Next Monday
B) Next Thursday
C) Next week
D) Next month
20. How much is the cheapest ticket?
A) $10
B) $15
C) $35
D) $55
21. Who can get a discount on tickets?
A) Students
B) Groups
C) Orchestra members
D) Senior citizens
TALK 8
Can't find what you're looking for in your closet these days? Don't fret (ban khoan). It's time to treat yourself to something new. Come into Caroline's, and we'll make you feel brand new again. Don't wait until next week, or you'll miss our end-of-season clothing sale. All summer clothers, including shorts, sandals, and sun dresses, are 15 to 25 percent off. Ladies's bathing suits (bo do) are two for the price of one. We're open from 10 A.M to 10 P.M. Sale ends August 30. All end-of-season sales are exchange only. No cash returns.
22. What's on sale?
A) Business suits
B) Summer clothers
C) Sunday dresses
D) School clothers
23. When is the store open?
A) From 8:00 to 10:30
B) From 10:00 to 10:00
C) From 2:00 to 4:00
D) From 2:00 to 5:00
24. When is the sale over?
A) August 3rd
B) August 13th
C) August 30th
D) August 31st
TALK 9
Wondering how much time to allow for driving, parking, and finding a ticket both before you catch that important flight out of the city? Don't rely (dua vao) a taxi, try the new express bus service to the airport. Buses leave once an hour from the Central Hotel and you arrive at the airport in thirty minutes or less, guaranteed. Leave behind the stree of traffic delays and parking problems. Tickets are only $20. It's the best deal in town. To secure a spot on the bus, reserve and purchase your seat ahead of time by calling 1-800-AIR-9000. This is a automated service. All pre-purchased tickets must be paid for with a valid credit card. Tips for the bus driver are appreciated (dang gia cao).
25. Where does the bus go?
A) To the bus staton
B) To the park
C) To the airport
D) Downtown
26. How often does the bus leave?
A) Every twenty minutes
B) Every thirty minutes
C) Every hour
D) Every other day
27. How much do the tickets cost?
A) $9.00
B) $10.00
C) $12.00
D) $20.00
TALK 10
If you are interested in plants and flowers, subcrible to Gardener's Magazine. Every month we bring you information to improve your garden. Monthly feature include, How to grow Healthy Vegetable Garden, by organic gardener Elaine Fieds, and Tips for Garden Clean-up, by award-winning author Sherry Brooks. We also highlight a tree, flowering shrub (cay bui), and herb (thao moc) each month in our What's In Your Garden? column written bu our own readers. Order your subscription this week and get 15 percent off the usual price. Order a two-year subcription and get 25 percent off. You can order by mail or online.
28. What is the magazine about?
A) Gardening
B) Cooking
C) Factories
D) Computers
29. How often is the magazine published?
A) Daily
B) Weekly
C) Monthly
D) Yearly
30. How can subscribers get a 25 percent discount?
A) Order a subscription online
B) Order a two-year subscription
C) Order a subcription by mail
D) Order a subscription this week
Unit 2: Weather
TALK 1
Could it already be time to get out the un block and search for shorts and sunglasses? Well, it may be too early for summer but warmer weather is finally here.Today the sun is shining and the temperature will be much higher than what you expect for this time of year. The warm weather wil continue through tomorrow. There is no change of rain until early next week, but at this time of year, we know the good weather can't last forever. Our seven-day forecast is showing light snow possible on Wednesday or Thursday.
1. What is today's weather?
A) Snowy
B) Cloudy
C) Rainy
D) Sunny
2. What will the temperature be tomorrow?
A) Warm
B) Hot
C) Mild
D) Cold
3. When will it rain?
A) Tomorrow
B) On the weekend
C) Next week
D) Wednesday or Thursday
TALK 2
I'm Sara Roberts with three-day weather forecast. Through it's been a relatively dry week for this time of year, we can expect showers late tonight. There's an 80 percent change of precipitation (luong mua) tomorrow morning, but the rain is expected to clear by afternoon. Now for the good news. Warm and sunny weather is expected throughout the weekend, taking us right into Sunday evening. Don't miss chance to go to the beach and enjoy a clear sunset (hoang hon) as the weekend comes to a close. Now back to John with today's sports highlights.
4. When will the rain begin?
A) Tonight
B) Tomorrow morning
C) In the afternoon
D) By tomorrow now
5. When will the showers stop?
A) By tonight
B) By tomorrow morning
C) By tomorrow afternoon
D) By late tomorrow evening
6. How will the weather be on the weekend?
A) Warm
B) Misty (suong mu)
C) Rainy
D) Cold
TALK 3
There is a slight (manh de, coi thuong) chance of rain this afternoon, possibly turning to wet snow by evening. There's a storm warming in effect for tomorrow, so stay tuned (dieu chinh) to Channel 5's weather news, on the hour every hour. Temperature will remain cold for the remainder of the day, and with the wind chill (on lanh) we may even reach a record low for March. With the weather watch warming in effect for tomorrow, you're advised not to drive unless absolutely necessary. Walk, take public transit, or better yet, take a day off and stay home.
7. When might it rain?
A) This afternoon
B) Late tonight
C) Tomorrow morning
D) Tomorrow night
8. What might follow the rain?
A) Sunny skies
B) Snow
C) Thundershowers (mua giong)
D) A typhoon (bao nhiet doi)
9. What will the temperature tomorrow?
A) Hot
B) Warm
C) Cool
D) Cold
TALK 4
Today was the hottest day on record since 1885, when the city started keeping track of daily highs and lows.But with today's strong winds it didn't feel as uncomfortable as it might have on a carm summer day. Since this weather isn't typical (dien hinh) for a cool all day, perhap it means we can get ready for a gentle winter. After last year's harsh (khac nghiet) winter, I think all of us would welcome midle temperatures this year.
10. What was the temperature today?
A) Hot
B) Cold
C) Midle
D) Everage
11. How were the winds described?
A) Cool
B) Light
C) Warm
D) Strong
12. What is the season?
A) Spring
B) Summer
C) Fall
D) Winter
TALK 5
This is Angela Booth with your 30-second afternoon weather report. This morning's sunny skies and mild temperatures have tuned into a beautiful afternoon. At two o'clock this afternoon, the temperature at the airport was 21 degrees Celsius. The temperature has risen a few more degrees since than, and we can expect things to stay warm throughout the evening. This weather is warm for this time of year, but no one's complaining after the poor weather we've been having this month.
13. When was the temperature measured?
A) In the morning
B) At noon
C) In the afternoon
D) In the evening
14. Where was the temperature measured?
A) Downtown
B) At the airport
C) At school
D) At the dock
15. What was the temperature?
A) 12 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 12 degrees Celsius
C) 21 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 21 degrees Celsius
TALK 6
Clear skies today will be a welcome relief (thay the) after yesterday's thundershowers. Although it will be a bit warmer than yesterday, temperature will remain cool throughout the day. Watch out for more rain and colder temperatues tomorrow, but no snow until next Tuesday. A cold front will be moving in toward the end of next week, so it's almost time to put your rain boots away and get out your warm hats and mittens. Winter's just around the corner.
16. What will the temperature be like today?
A) Cold
B) Warm
C) Cool
D) Freezing
17. How was the weather yesterday?
A) Clear
B) Rainy
C) Snowy
D) Warm
18. When will it snow?
A) Today
B) Tomorrow
C) Tuesday
D) Thursday
TALK 7
Put away those umbrellas. The cloud are finally gone. so go outsite and enjoy a sunshine today. It looks like we have a full week of ahead of us, with no more rain expected until after the weekend. Temperatures will remain cool and pleasant until the middle of the week. Wednesday brings us hotter weather. The warmer weather coudn't come at the better time, with the annual town baseball tournament schedules for next Thursday. The event will take place rain or shine.
19. How is the weather today?
A) Stormy
B) Sunny
C) Rainy
D) Cloudy
20. When will it rain again?
A) All week
B) On the weekend
C) Next week
D) In two weeks
21. What will happen in the middle of the week?
A) The temperature will become pleasant.
B) Temperatures will increase
C) It will be windy
D) The rain will stop
TALK 8
All local beachers are closes for the weekend due to dangerous winds. In addition to the wind, the weather will remain cloudy all weekend. Temperatures will fall below freezing tonight and there is a slight change of snow after midnight. If you haven't done so already, now's time to cover up (che day) those precious (quy hiem) bedding plants and bring in any bullbs that might not make it through winter. The last fall pickup for garden waste is this Sunday.
22. Why are the beachs closed?
A) The water will freeze
B) It will be very cold
C) It might snow
D) The winds are dangerous
23. How will the weather be during the weekend?
A) Freezing
B) Cloudy
C) Sunny
D) Snowy
24. When might there be snow?
A) In the morning
B) At midday
C) After midnight
D) On Monday
TALK 9
Today's high temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit is average for this time of year. The record high for this date is 90 degrees and the record low is 55. What is not average is the unusual amount of rain we have had this fall. We were all happy to see today's clear weather and hope the sunshine continues all week.
25. What was today's temperature?
A) 55 degrees
B) 57 degrees
C) 75 degrees
D) 90 degrees
26. How was today's temperature described?
A) Too high
B) Average
C) Above average
D) Unusual
27. How was today's weather?
A) Cloudy
B) Sunny
C) Rainy
D) Windy
TALK 10
Does it seem like your umbrella is never getting a chance to dry out this May? Well, that's probably because this has been the rainest spring ever, with a record rainfall last week of five inches. Five inches! That more rain than we received all summer last year. Rain continues today and through the rest of the week (con lai cua tuan), and cloudy skies are in story for the rest of the weekend. But don't worry. According to our 15-day forecast, summer sunshine and clear skies are just around the corner.
28. What season is it?
A) Spring
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Fall
29. What is the weather today?
A) Rainy
B) Sunny
C) Clear
D) Snowy
30. When will the skies be cloudy?
A) Next weekend
B) Next week
C) Next spring
D) Next summer
Unit 3: News
TALK 1
The Center Water Authority advised all residents today to use less water. There is very little water in the reservior (ho chua), and rain is not expected for weeks. For more information, please visit the city goverment web site. There you will find a list of ways to reduce water consumption, including watering indoor plants with dishwater, and taking showers instead of baths. If you have an important regarding the water advisory (tham muu), please type it in the text box provided on the website. The city government asks that residents not call the offices regarding this matter.
1. Which what does the city have a problem?
A) Shools
B) Crime
C) Electricity
D) Water
2. When is rain expected?
A) In less than a week
B) In a week
C) Next week
D) Not for several weeks
3. How can resident get more information?
A) By visiting the website of the Central Water Authority
B) By calling the city goverment
C) By visiting thi city goverment web site
D) By calling the radio station
TALK 2
Patients at City Hospital received holiday gifts today. Children from a local school distributed presents to many of the patients. Keeping in the spirit of the holiday season, the doctors and nurses were given presents as well. A holiday party for hospital patients will take place on Sunday. If you did not have a chance to donate a gift yet, please bring an unwrapped (mo khoa) item to floor 7 of the chidren's age and gender appropriateness (su phu hop) of your gift. Gifts for adult patients will also be accepted.
4. What word was used to describle the gifts?
A) Beautiful
B) Expensive
C) Useful
D) Holiday
5. Who distributed presents?
A) Children
B) Doctors
C) Nurses
D) Patients
6. When will there be a party for hospital patients?
A) Sunday
B) Monday
C) Tuesday
D) Wednesday
TALK 3
Computer Magazine reported today that the California Computer Company has announced the entry of a new computer. This computer's smaller and faster than other computers currently on the market. Business travelers will find it very useful. This new computer will be available in stores within the next two weeks. To learn more about these innovative systems, log onto Computer Magazine's web site and type the phrase new product into the keyword search. There you'll find more information about the new computer, including more about it unique features.
7. What is the advantage of this computer?
A) Large memory
B) Small size
C) Sturdy construction (manh me)
D) Low price
8. Who will find the computer most useful?
A) Business travelers
B) Stock market brokers
C) Secretaries
D) Travel agents
9. When will the new computer arrive in store?
A) Today
B) On Tuesday
C) In two weeks
D) In two months
TALK 4
All bank and public offices were closed today because of heavy snowfall. Schools were also closed and will remain closed until next week. Public transit will only be running on major thoroughfares (dai lo) that have been cleared and salted. However, most side roads remains closed, so residents are advised to leave cars in their driveway and stay home from work. It the conditions continue to worsen (xau di), the city might have to call in snow clearing crews from surrounding regions. Tow of the six trucks that we have to clear snow are currently out of service.
10. Why were public offices closed?
A) Because of the heavy snowfall
B) Because of the holiday
C) Because it was lunchtime
D) Because it was a weekend
11. When will school reopen?
A) Tomorrow
B) Next week
C) Next month
D) In the fall
12. Whate are residents advised to do?
A) Run for public office
B) Go to school
C) Stay at home
D) Repair the roads
TALK 5
Malaysia and Canada signed a cultural exchange agreement today. The cultural ministers of both countries attended a concert after the signing. The countries will exchange artists, orchestras, and dance groups. Drama groups are not included in the cultural agreement. It is hoped that a new trade agreement will follow. Relations between Canada and Malaysia have always been strong, and in a recent press conference, both cultural ministers stated that this relationship can only continue to grow.
13. What kind of agreement was signed?
A) Political
B) Cultural
C) Economic
D) Trade
14. What took place after the signing?
A) A concert
B) A dinner
C) A play
D) A dance
15. Which of the following group is not part of the agrrement?
A) Artists
B) Drama
C) Orchestras
D) Ballet
TALK 6
This is Jessica Robins with your political news clip of the day. The president left this week on a two-week tour of Asia. He'll meet the heads of state of five different countries, including China, Japan, and South Korean. This is the president's first foreign tour since he took office back in January. The president have received much criticism (chi trich) for not making public appearances at several international conferences in the last few months. His wife is accompanying (di kem) him on the trip.
16. How long will the tour last?
A) One week
B) Two week
C) Five weeks
D) Twelve week
17. Where did the president go?
A) To Asia
B) To Malaysia
C) In Indonesia
D) To Australia
18. Who is traveling with the president?k
A) His wife
B) Office workerse
C) A tour guide
D) The foreign minister
TALK 7
The Venezuelan company, Marisol, a branch of RTV Satellite, announced today that it was laying off 100 employees in its Miami, Florida, office in one week. The company says the laying off of these workers is part of the process to reduce costs. The entire company plans to leave Miami within two years and will relocate to Santo Domingo, the Dominica Rebulic, a Caribbean island where labor is cheaper. Some of the people who lost their job may be eligible (du dieu kien) to apply for new positions in the company's parent headquarters in Caracas.
19. What happended to the Marisol's employees?
A) They were terminated (cham dut)
B) They were promoted
C) They were transfered
D) They were given reduced pensions (luon huu)
20. How many workers were affected?
A) Two
B) Ten
C) A hundread
D) All of them
21. What will happend with Marisol with two years?
A) It will stay in Miami
B) It will move to Santo Domingo
C) It will hire back the workers
D) It will be bought by RTV Satellite
TALK 8
Thousand people went downtown yesterday morning to see the annual National Day parade. The parade was led by our newly elected mayor and her family. Follwing the parade, the public enjoyed an afternoon of free concerts in City Park. Nice weather and great music made it plesant day for all. If you missed the parade, it will be broadcast (phat song) tonight on Channel 7 immediately following prime time news. The headliners of the concert, local band, Road Warriors, will be playing a second show tomorrow night at 9:00 p.m. at the downtown coliseum (dau truong).
22. What happended yesterday?
A) There was free parking downtown
B) It rained
C) There was a parade (dieu hanh)
D) A new mayor was elected
23. What did people do in the afternoon?
A) They went to the concert in the park
B) They went home early
C) They followed the parade
D) They played ball
24. How was the weather?
A) Pleasant
B) Icy
C) Windy
D) Not nice
TALK 9
In financial news, an increase in the sales tax was announced yesterday. The tax will go up from 5 percent to 7 percent, the biggest jum we have seen in years. Some local store owners fear this will cause people to buy fewer things. Local mechanic, Ron Hughes, complained that a 1 percent tax hike (troosn - leu long) ten year ago almost caused him to go out of business. A provincial petition (kien nghi) to pevent the rise in sales tax failed to stop the governmenr from passing the bill. The new sales tax will go into effect next month.
25. How much the new sales tax?
A) 5 percent
B) 7 percent
C) 52 percent
D) 57 percent
26. What might be a result of the new sales?
A) People will buy new clothes
B) Some stores will have big sales
C) People will buy fewer things
D) Some new stores will open next month
27. When will the new sales taxe go into the effect?
A) Today
B) Next Monday
C) In two weeks
D) Next month
TALK 10
The new high-speed train service to nation's capital began yesterday. Passengers said that they preferred taking the train because it is more convenient than the plane. Three trains a day leave from the downtown train station for the capital. The trip takes two hours and forty-five minutes by train but only one hour by plane. Citizens have been waiting for the new transit system to be completed since construction began on the rails over five years ago. The project was postponed several times over the years due to lack (thieu thon) of funding and a labor shortage (su thieu).
28. When did high-speed train service begin?
A) Last month
B) Last week
C) Yesterday
D) Last night
29. Why do people like the train?
A) It's faster than the plane
B) It's new
C) It's convenient
D) It takes a long time
30. How long is the plane trip to the capital?
A) 1 hour
B) 2 hours and 45 minutes
C) 3 hours
D) 3 hours and 45 mnutes
Unit 4: Recorded Announcements
TALK 1
The museum is open everyday from 9:00 A.M to 6:00 P.M and on Thursday until 9 P.M. The museum is closed on Mondays. The museum visitors are asked to check all coats and bags in the coat room on the ground floor, just next to front door. A free map of the museum is available in the lobby (sanh doi). If you have difficult finding an exhibit, please ask to customer service representative at receiption for help. Children under 12 must be accompanied (di cung) by an adult at all time. Thank you for visiting!
1. What time does the museum close on Tuesday?
A) 4 P.M
B) 6 P.M
C) 7 P.M
D) 9 P.M
2. What day is the museum closed?
A) Sunday
B) Monday
C) Thursday
D) Friday
3. Where should museum visitors put their coats?
A) Near the back door
B) On the ground floor
C) In the bag room
D) On the fourth floor
TALK 2
This is Warren4-larols with your daily employment tip. The Pacific Electronic has finally opened at the corner of Todd and Mayfield. The company has openings in the following positions: electricans, plumbers, carpenters (tho moc), and bricklayers. All interested should apply in person at 614 Todd Street bwtween 7 and 9 A.M. Monday through Friday. Bring a resume with cover letter and references. Wages start at a minimum wage (tien luong) for general laborers (lao dong pho thong). All supervisor and managerment positions have been filled at this time. Pacific Electronics will be doing a second round of hiring in the fall.
4. In which of these occupation does Pacific Electronics not have openings?
A) Electricans.
B) Plumbers
C) Bricklayers (tho ne)
D) Secretaries
5. What should applicants do?
A) Go in person
B) Send references
C) Request a job application
D) Write the letter to the company
6. When can people apply for a job?
A) Any day
B) Monday through Friday
C) Monday and Friday only
D) Monday, Thursday, and Friday
TALK 3
The Fairlawn Golf Club is open from 5 A.M. to 8 P.M. daily. Only parties of for may play between the the hour for 12 P.M and 7P.M. Guest passes are not available on the weekends. If you are interested in particapating in our annual Senior Tournament, to take place next week, please sign up int the clubhouse. Group of fourt will be accepted first. Single participants wishing to be placed in a group will be put on a waiting list until a day or two before the event. Ask to speak with Pro Shop manager Ray Jones for more information.
7. Between what hours may only parties of four people play?
A) 5 A.M and 8 P.M
B) 8 A.M and 12 P.M
C) 12 P.M and 7 P.M
D) 5 P.M and 8 P.M
8. On what days my guest not play?
A) Monday nad Tuesday
B) Tuesay and Wednesday
C) Thursday and Sunday
D) Saturday and Sunday
9. How often does the Senior Tournament take place?
A) Everyday
B) Every week
C) Every month
D) Every year
TALK 4
Attention all patrons (chu y tat ca khach hang than thuoc). In just 15 minutes from now author Cheryl Stone is going to be reading from her best-seller Managing Your Finances. All interested please proceed to Room 3 now. This even is free of charge in does not require a library membership. At this time, we would also like to remind patrons that the library will closed during the holiday period. The library will reopen Monday, January 7. You may return all books at that time. You will not be charged a late fee. Your librarians and library volunteers wish you and your family happy holidays.
10. Why will the library be closed?
A) In 15 minutes
B) Tomorrow
C) During the holiday season
D) January 7th
11. What day does the library reopen?
A) Monday
B) Wednesday
C) Friday
D) Saturday
12. When may books be returned?
A) On or after January 7 th
B) During the holidays
C) Only in the mornings
D) On saturday
TALK 5
Hello. You have reached the Consumer Complaints to Bureau. All our agents are busy that moment, but your call is important to us. Do not hang up and try again later. All calls will be answered in the order received. Please patient and stay on the line. To ensure that your question is answered as quickly as possible, please have your bill of sale or proof (bang chung) of purchase in front of you, with the date and location of your purchase circled, we will also be asking for your fullname and address, including your postal code.
13. Why would the caller contact these office?
A) To make a complaint
B) To order a product
C) To get a job
D) To talk to a consumer
14. How will calls be answered?
A) Patiently (kien nhan)
B) Promptly (kip thoi)
C) In the order received
D) In the order of importance
15. What is the caller advised to do?
A) Hang up and try again
B) Place on order
C) Wait for an agent
D) Talk to another agent
TALK 6
Looking for something to do this week with that special someone? This week the Royal Theater is showing the popular movie Forever Love. This film is set in Paris and starts two of France's award-winning actors, as weel as outstanding supporting cast. The film is in Franche, but English subtiltes will be provided. We have show at 2, 4, 6, and 8 o'clock. Admission is $8.50. All showers before six o'clock are $5.75. Tickets sell out quickly, so please arrive early. We don't take reservations.
16. What are the tickets for?
A) A movie
B) A concert
C) A museum
D) A fashion show
17. How much is a ticket to the 8:00 show?
A) $4.00
B) $6.00
C) $5.75
D) $8.50
18. Why should people get there early?
A) To make a reservation
B) Because tickets sell out quickly
C) So that the workers can leave early
D) Because the tickets are cheaper
TALK 7
This is office of Dr. Sato. The office is closed for the day. If this is an emergency, please hand up and call 555-6783. To schedule an appointment with the doctor or to speak a nurse, call back tomorrow between 9 A.M and 5.P.M. Please be advised the the doctor will be out of the office until the first week of June on his vacation. No appointments will be available until then. Thank you.
19. What should you in an emergency?
A) Call to make an appointment
B) Call after 5:00 P.M
C) Call tomorrow
D) Call another phone number.
20. What should you do to speak with a nurse?
A) Hang up
B) Make an appointment
C) Call between 9:00 A.M and 5:00 P.M
D) Visit the office tomorrow
21. Why is Dr. Sato out off the office?
A) He's on vacation
B) He has an emergency
C) He's at a conference
D) He's sick
TALK 8
Are you tired of always relying on Mom or Dad or public transit to get you from A to B? If you're over 16 years of age, maybe it's time to think about getting your own license. To apply for a new driver's license come to the License Office Monday through Friday between 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Bring two forms of identification. You will take a written test and a driving test. There will be a fee of $45. The License Office recommends at least 24 hours of classroom lessons before attempting (lam thu) the road test.
22. What time does the License Office open?
A) 8:00
B) 8:30
C) 4:00
D) 4:30
23. What do you have to bring to the Lisence Office?
A) An application
B) A driver's license
C) A test
D) Identification
24. How much does it cost to get a license?
A) $43
B) $45
C) $83
D) $85
TALK 9
This is the voice mail of Elizabeth Lee at the National Times Newspaper. I will be out of the office all week at a journalists' conference. If you need immediate assistance, please call Mr. Roberts at extension 57. Mr. Robert will be looking after all of my weekly interviews and assigments while I'm gone. I'll be checking my email daily at internet cafe if you require a personal response from me before the end of the week. However, please be aware (bet la) that I will not have access to filter of contacts on my personel computer.
25. Where is Ms. Lee this week?
A) On vacation
B) In her office
C) At a conference
D) Visiting Mr. Roberts
26. What is Ms. Lee's job?
A) Journalist
B) Office assistant
C) Telephone operator
D) Mail carrier
27. What is Mr. Robert's extension number?
A) 57
B) 157
C) 507
D) 1507
TALK 10
This is the Office Super Store, your store for office furniture. We are open six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday, from 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. This Friday only, we will close at 1 P.M for our year-end inventory. We will open again at night on Saturday. Don't miss our clear-out sale this Sunday. All damaged and floor model stock must go. Some of our furniture will be available at 90 percent off the regular ticket price. The store will remain open past the usual business hours on Sunday if stock remains.
28. What does the store sell?
A) Office supplies
B) Office furniture
C) Office clothes
D) Office telephones
29. What day of the week is the store usally closed?
A) Sunday
B) Monday
C) Tuesday
D) Friday
30. Why will the store close early this Friday?
A) For a meeting
B) Because it's the weekend
C) Because it's a holiday
D) For inventory
Unit 5: Special Announcements
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