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AUDIOSCRIPT LISTENING COMPREHENSION PART 1: PHOTOS 6.
Look at the picture marked number 6 in your book.
Strategy Practice (page 34)
(A) She’s putting the hares in a cage. 1.
Look at the picture marked number 1 in (B) She’s hearing it again. your book.
(C) She’s sleeping in the chair.
(A) The motorcycles are running down
(D) She’s getting her hair done. the road.
7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in
(B) The tree branches are lying on the your book. ground.
(A) The lamp is in the middle of the
(C) The door to the building is open. room.
(D) The bicycles are leaning against the
(B) The hotel room is ready for tree. occupancy.
2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in
(C) Dirty clothes are piled on the floor. your book. (D) A suitcase is on the bed.
(A) The business colleagues are shaking 8.
Look at the picture marked number 8 in hands with each other. your book.
(B) The doctor is smiling at the patient.
(A) The shopping bags are empty.
(C) The men are standing inside the
(B) The passenger is checking his building. luggage.
(D) The businessmen are buying new
(C) The tourist is pulling his suitcase suits. behind him. 3.
Look at the picture marked number 3 in
(D) The sidewalk is long and narrow. . se your book. u 9.
Look at the picture marked number 9 in m o
(A) The newspaper is on the stand. o your book. ssr
(B) The table is set for breakfast. a
(A) A white boat moves down the river. r cl
(C) The coffee cups are on the shelf. fo
(B) There is a fight on the boat. ce
(D) The pots are in the basket. u d
(C) People are standing on the bridge. ro p 4.
Look at the picture marked number 4 in
(D) The river is covered with ice. re to your book. d 10.
Look at the picture marked number 10 in te n
(A) The plumbers are repairing the pipes. ra your book. g n
(B) The architects are designing a o
(A) They’re changing the locks. issi building. (B) They’re holding a box. rm e
(C) The construction workers are P
(C) They’re opening a package. c. walking across the beam. , In
(D) They’re sealing an envelope. n
(D) The children are playing with tio ca building blocks. u d
PART 2: QUESTION-RESPONSE E n 5.
Look at the picture marked number 5 in
Identifying Time (page 42) rso a e your book. P y
(A) He’s hammering a nail into the wall. 1.
You were here this morning, weren’t b 2 1 you? 0
(B) He’s measuring the height of the tool. 2
(C) He’s mailing the card in his hands.
(A) The sky was very clear this morning. t © h ig
(D) He’s putting a note in his wallet.
(B) No, I had a meeting at the hotel. yr p o (C) He wasn’t here. C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 1 2.
When will you move your office? 2.
Whose name is the reservation under?
(A) At the end of the month, I hope. (A) It’s under the table. (B) It’s my office. (B) It’s under my name.
(C) I don’t go to the movies often. (C) It’s the same. 3.
Mark is always on time for dinner, isn’t he? 3.
Who didn’t go to the meeting yesterday?
(A) Yes, he’s never late for anything. (A) Martha wasn’t there.
(B) Yes, he looks a lot thinner.
(B) Yes, he did, and he told me all (C) Yes, it takes a long time. about it.
(C) It was a very informative meeting. 4.
Has everyone shown up for the meeting yet?
(A) I really enjoyed meeting everyone. 4.
Who’s helping you with that report? (B) Yes, he is. (A) It’s Susan’s.
(C) We’re still waiting for Mr. Roberts.
(B) Eric’s working on it with me.
(C) Yes, it’s very important. 5.
When is the new manager going to start work? 5.
What’s the director ’s name?
(A) Next Monday will be his first day.
(A) Let me give you the directions. (B) I knew him in high school. (B) We have the same one. (C) She goes to work by bus. (C) It’s Mrs. Sullivan. 6.
How much longer should we wait for 6.
Who did you invite to the picnic? them to arrive?
(A) No, the picnic’s not at night. (A) He’ll be here soon. (B) Everybody in the office.
(B) This room is longer than the
(C) We’ll go inside if it rains. other one. 7.
Is that man your new assistant?
(C) Let’s just wait another few minutes.
(A) Yes, he started working for me 7. How long is the movie? yesterday.
(A) About two and a half hours.
(B) No, he doesn’t need any assistance. (B) About five miles. (C) I love my new apartment.
(C) About two people falling in love. 8. Whose computer needs repairs? 8.
Your meeting was shorter than expected,
(A) George is an excellent repairman. . wasn’t it?
(B) John’s hasn’t been working since se u m
(A) Yes, it’s too small for me. yesterday. o o
(B) Yes, it was over in less than an hour.
(C) Judy is our computer expert. ssr a
(C) Yes, he’s shorter than I am. r cl 9. Who has copies of the report? fo ce 9.
What time does the plane take off? (A) I copied it last night. u d ro (A) It leaves for New York.
(B) Sam can make copies for us. p re (B) It leaves from Gate 15.
(C) I sent copies to everyone in our to d te (C) It leaves at 5:45. department. n ra g n 10.
When is your appointment with Dr. 10. Who’s the new manager? o issi Kovacs? (A) Her name is Samantha. rm e (A) It’s tomorrow afternoon. (B) It belongs to Silvia. P c. (B) It’s in his office. (C) I can manage it alone. , In n
(C) It’s a doctor ’s appointment. tio
Identifying an Opinion (page 46) ca u d
Identifying People (page 44) 1.
How is the new technician doing? E n 1.
Is the new secretary’s name Bill or John? (A) He’s doing a great job. rso a e P
(A) He paid those bills yesterday.
(B) He’s repairing the fax machine. y b
(B) I think he’s called Bill. (C) His name is Bob. 2 1 0 2
(C) He’ll fill those orders for you. t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 2 2.
What’s your opinion of the plans for the
Identifying a Choice (page 48) new office? 1.
Should I fax my reply or send it by e-mail?
(A) We’ll have a planning meeting (A) Please fax it. next week. (B) Yes, you should try.
(B) We don’t have any openings (C) I think you should relax. right now.
(C) I think they’re wonderful. 2.
Should we take a taxi or the bus? (A) A taxi would be faster. 3.
Do you think Sara will finish that report (B) Yes, I think we should. on time? (C) Pay your taxes on time.
(A) Not unless she works faster. (B) It’s time to go to work. 3.
Would you rather see a movie or
(C) I heard the news report on the radio watch TV? last night. (A) I need a new watch.
(B) That TV show was very moving. 4. How does Bob like his new job? (C) Let’s go to a movie.
(A) He’s about thirty-five years old.
(B) I don’t think he’s very happy there. 4.
Should we eat at home or go to a (C) It’s a new job. restaurant? (A) I’d rather stay home. 5.
What do you think of this weather? (B) You can eat the rest.
(A) I’m not sure whether I’ll go.
(C) I don’t think they’re home yet. (B) Yes, let’s get together. (C) I love a rainy day. 5.
Which do you prefer, an aisle seat or a window seat? 6.
Do you think John will be at the party? (A) I’ll sit down. (A) No, he wasn’t there.
(B) I always sit by the window.
(B) No, I don’t really enjoy parties. (C) Have a seat, please.
(C) No, he’s too busy this week. 6.
Which is better, the brown suit or the 7. How was the conference? gray one? (A) It lasted several days. (A) Fruit is better for you. (B) I thought it was boring.
(B) The gray suit looks more professional. .
(C) She’s doing very well, thank you. se (C) It’s an old suit. u m 8.
What’s Nina’s opinion of the change in o 7.
Would you prefer coffee or a cup of o plans? ssr a hot tea?
(A) She says it’s a good idea. r cl
(A) Cold weather always makes me fo (B) She’s all out of change. ce u cough. d
(C) No, she didn’t have to change ro p
(B) Yes, it’s very hot up here. planes. re
(C) Coffee with a little sugar would be to d te 9.
What do you think of this color for my nice. n ra office? g n 8.
Should I call you tonight or tomorrow? o
(A) You should fill out the blue form. issi (A) Tomorrow would be better. rm
(B) It’s a bit cooler in here. e (B) I’ll stay two nights. P
(C) I really don’t like it at all. c. (C) Yes, I’ll call you. , In n 10.
What’s your opinion of Albert’s work? tio 9.
Would you rather take a plane or a train? ca (A) Yes, he works here. u d (A) Please take your time. E
(B) He always does an excellent job. n
(B) Yes, I think it might rain. rso (C) He walks fast. a e
(C) I’d feel more comfortable on a train. P y b 2 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 3 10.
Which do you like better, Italian food or 9.
Why don’t you wait for me downstairs? Chinese? (A) We waited for hours.
(A) I really enjoyed my trip to Italy.
(B) OK, look for me by the front door.
(B) I almost never eat Chinese food.
(C) Yes, my weight has gone down.
(C) I’m learning to speak Chinese. 10.
Why don’t you paint your office a
Identifying a Suggestion (page 50) different color? (A) Your office is cooler. 1.
Don’t leave the office without telling me. (A) Don’t worry, I won’t. (B) My collar is too tight.
(B) Yes, you can telephone me at my
(C) I like the color it is now. office.
Identifying a Reason (page 52)
(C) No, he didn’t leave the office. 1.
Why didn’t you make those photocopies? 2.
Can’t you figure out a cheaper way to get (A) Yes, I made the copies. there?
(B) The copy machine is broken again.
(A) You can sleep when we get there.
(C) They’re very nice photographs. (B) It wasn’t too far away. 2.
Why is Boris always late for meetings?
(C) These are the cheapest tickets I could
(A) He’s never on time for anything. find. (B) Let’s wait for him here. 3.
Isn’t it time to sign the contract?
(C) The meeting starts at eight.
(A) Yes, we’ll sign it tomorrow. 3.
Did you take the bus to work again? (B) Yes, I saw the sign.
(A) Yes, I’m tired of driving all the time.
(C) Yes, the train is on Track 9. (B) The buses are all working. 4.
Would you like me to fax this for you?
(C) Let’s take a walk in the rain. (A) Yes, I have all the facts. 4.
Why isn’t Yoko in her office? (B) No, don’t bother.
(A) The inner office is Yoko’s. (C) I haven’t faxed it. (B) Yes, this is her office. 5.
Shouldn’t we leave for the airport soon?
(C) She had to go to a conference
(A) I don’t think we need to hurry. downtown.
(B) That report will be finished soon. 5.
Why don’t you ever answer your phone? .
(C) Yes, I left it at the airport. se
(A) You can cancel it by phone. u m o 6.
Why don’t we have lunch at the coffee
(B) I’m always too busy to talk on the o ssr shop? phone. a r cl
(A) The coffee shop is downstairs. (C) I don’t know the answer. fo ce
(B) I don’t drink much coffee. u d 6. Will Irene be at the meeting? ro (C) That’s a good idea. p (A) Yes, she was there. re to 7.
Let’s spend our vacation at the beach.
(B) Yes, I enjoyed meeting her. d te n (A) We had a great vacation.
(C) Yes, because she has to give the ra g n (B) That sounds like fun. budget report. o issi
(C) No, we didn’t spend a lot of money 7.
Did Joe have an excuse for missing work rm e there. P yesterday? c. 8.
Wouldn’t you like me to help you carry
(A) Yes, he had a doctor ’s appointment. , In n tio those packages? (B) Yes, I miss him very much. ca u d
(A) Thank you, but they’re not very (C) Yes, it was yesterday. E n heavy. 8. Why did you lock your office? rso a e
(B) You can check your baggage over P
(A) I need a new clock in my office. y there. b
(B) There were some robberies around 2 1 0
(C) Yes, these packages are for me. 2 here recently. t © h
(C) It’s about a block from the office. ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 4 9. Why are you using my computer? 10. Where did you put my messages? (A) My computer is broken.
(A) I’ll leave you a message.
(B) Yes, you can borrow my computer.
(B) Yes, you got several messages.
(C) A computer is a useful machine. (C) They’re on your desk. 10.
Do you have a reason for leaving early?
Strategy Practice (page 57) (A) She left early. 1. When do you plan to retire?
(B) Spring is my favorite season. (A) I had a flat tire.
(C) Yes, I have to catch a plane. (B) By the end of next year.
Identifying a Location (page 54) (C) They aren’t required. 1.
Where will you spend your vacation? 2.
I can’t understand this new computer
(A) Perhaps I’ll take the bus. program.
(B) I’m going skiing in the mountains.
(A) Lee can show you how to use it.
(C) I won’t spend much time there. (B) It’s Lee’s computer. (C) Yes, I do. 2. He’s not from Tokyo, is he?
(A) No, but he travels there often. 3.
What do you think of the job applicants?
(B) That plane isn’t going to Tokyo.
(A) This appliance will do the job. (C) Yes, he took yours.
(B) That’s Bob’s application.
(C) Not one of them is qualified for 3. Is there a bank near here? (A) Yes, I drank some, too. the job.
(B) Yes, there’s one right next door. 4.
Do you want that sent to your home or (C) Yes, Frank is here. office? (A) Yes, please. 4.
How far is it to the water fountain?
(A) The mountains aren’t far from the (B) I’ll be home afterwards. city.
(C) Please send it to my office.
(B) It’s just at the end of the hall. 5.
Shouldn’t we send this by registered
(C) The weather will be fair tomorrow. mail? (A) Yes, that’s a good idea. 5. Where do you keep the paper?
(A) There’s some on that shelf behind
(B) The mail hasn’t arrived yet. . se the desk. (C) I registered yesterday. u m o
(B) I left the key in the door. 6.
Why does this photocopy machine keep o ssr
(C) I usually buy the morning paper at breaking down? a r cl the corner store. (A) I’m making copies now. fo ce
(B) It’s time for a coffee break. u d 6. What’s behind that door? ro p (A) Sam works right next door. (C) It’s a very old machine. re to (B) I’ll get you some more. 7.
I’m in the mood for a chicken sandwich. d te n (C) It’s the supply closet. (A) There’s sand in my food. ra g n (B) Which chickens are yours? o 7.
Is the restaurant far from here? issi
(A) It’s all the way downtown.
(C) Me, too. Let’s go eat lunch. rm e P (B) You can rest here. 8.
The bus will be here soon, won’t it? c.
(C) It’s a fantastic restaurant. (A) He’ll be here shortly. , In n tio
(B) It should be here in five minutes. ca 8.
Do you know where Janet is this week? u d (A) Yes, it’s this week. (C) It’s almost noon. E n (B) She’s at a conference. 9. Is Mr. Kim the new director? rso a e P
(C) She doesn’t know what to wear. (A) No, Mrs. Cho is. y b
(B) He’s a very direct person. 2 1 9.
Are there any good hotels downtown? 0 2 (A) It’s an excellent hotel. (C) Yes, I know the director. t © h ig
(B) Yes, there’s one right near my office. yr p o (C) OK, I won’t tell anyone. C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 5 10.
How’s that book you’re reading? PART 3: CONVERSATIONS (A) I’m really enjoying it.
Identifying Time (page 61) (B) Writing takes a long time. (C) No, it isn’t. 1.
Woman: I ordered that software last Tuesday. It should have 11.
Oh, no. I forgot to order all the supplies. arrived by now.
(A) The supplies are all in order. Man:
(B) Don’t worry. Lucy did it for you. This package came for you this morning. Maybe it’s your new
(C) I’m sorry, it’s out of order. software. 12.
Would you like me to help you finish that
Woman: It is. Finally it’s here. assignment? Man: Good. Now maybe you can (A) I like this assignment. help me with my computer.
(B) No, you don’t have to sign it.
(C) Yes, I could really use some help. 2. Man: What a great time we had in Paris. Let’s go back soon. 13.
Why didn’t your wife come to the office
Woman: Oh, I’d love to, but don’t you think party?
we should wait until next year? (A) The party was last night. Man:
Maybe you’re right. It was only (B) She was busy at her job. last month that we were there.
(C) Yes, she’ll come to the party. 3.
Woman: Hey, Mark. I hear you got a 14. Where can I find the manager? new job. Congratulations! (A) Her office is upstairs. Man:
Isn’t it great? But they want me
(B) She’s a very kind manager.
to start this Monday. That’s so (C) I can manage her. soon. 15.
How long does it take to get downtown?
Woman: That is a little odd. Usually (A) I usually take the bus. they give you two weeks. (B) He took it there. 4. Man: You travel a lot for your job, (C) About twenty minutes. don’t you? Woman: 16.
Whose signature do we need on this
Yes, I go to Tokyo at least once document? a month. . Man: (A) I’ll read it. I suffer from jet lag. Once a se u m (B) Mary did. year would be enough for me. o o Woman:
(C) The director has to sign it.
You get used to it when you fly ssr a all the time. r cl 17.
That’s the last time I’m staying at some fo ce convention hotel. 5.
Woman: Isn’t the contract ready yet? u d ro
(A) I thought it was very pleasant. We’re all ready to sign it. p Man: re (B) Yes, I would like some.
I called the office this morning. to d te (C) We stayed three nights.
They said we’d have it by this n afternoon. ra g n 18.
Would you prefer to eat in the office or Woman: o
This afternoon? I guess that’s issi should we go out?
OK, as long as it’s here before rm e (A) Yes, I would, thank you. three. P c. (B) Let’s go out to eat. , In n
(C) We should meet in the office. 6. Man: I bought this cell phone just tio last week and already it’s ca u d 19.
Where should I put these letters? stopped working. E n
(A) Just leave them on my desk.
Woman: It has a one-year guarantee, so rso a e (B) You can do it later.
I’d be happy to give you a new P y
(C) Mail the letters today, please. b one for free. 2 1 0 20. 2
When is your next dentist appointment? Man: Could you give me a better one t © h
(A) It was a real disappointment. this time? How about one with ig yr
(B) It’s a week from tomorrow. a five-year guarantee? p o C
(C) I think John will be appointed. Woman:
Sorry. I don’t make the rules.
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 6 7.
Woman: Did you sign up for next 3. Man:
What are your specials tonight? month’s business conference?
Woman: We have fresh shrimp and Man: Not yet. I plan to send in my roast beef. registration tomorrow. Man: Hmm. I think I’ll just order
Woman: You’d better do it soon. Friday something from the regular
is the last day for registration. menu. Woman: 8. Man: I can’t give you any copier Here’s your menu. Let me
paper today. I’m all out. You’ll know when you’re ready to have to wait until next week. order.
Woman: Next week? Why? Can’t you 4. Man: Did anyone call while I was get any before then, Tim? out? Man: I only order office supplies
Woman: You have a message from Mr. once a month. Sorry.
Peters. He says he’s finished painting the new office. 9.
Woman: I’m calling to find out when the repairs on my car will be Man:
Great. Please call him back and finished.
ask him to send the bill to the Man: We’re working on it now, and accounting office. your car should be ready the 5.
Woman: Is this your office, John? day after tomorrow. Man:
No, it’s Cindy’s. Mine’s the
Woman: That soon? Great! I thought I’d one at the end of the hall. have to leave it there until
Woman: How did you get such a nice Friday at least. office? Your boss must really like you. 10. Man: Am I very late? Have you been waiting for me long? Man: He respects my opinion . . .
Woman: Not really. My train arrived and I was here first. just fifteen minutes ago. 6. Man:
I just received a bill from Mrs. Man:
I’m sorry. I thought it wasn’t Ortega.
supposed to arrive until 10:30.
Woman: Mrs. Ortega is your accountant? Woman:
It did, but you didn’t. Don’t I thought Mr. Wilson was. . worry about it. Man: se He was. But then Bob u m o
Identifying People (page 64) recommended Mrs. Ortega. o She does a much better job. ssr a 1.
Woman: Did you hear that Sam got a r cl promotion? 7.
Woman: What’s your daughter doing fo ce u Man:
Yeah, Jim told me. Isn’t it great? these days, Frank? d ro p
Woman: Yes, but I wish Pat had gotten Man: She’s at the university now. re
one too. She really deserves it. She’s studying economics. to d te n Man: Woman: Why? For taking every sick Economics? I thought she ra g day she can? would become a lawyer like n o you. issi 2.
Woman: This is Ms. Fujita. May I help rm e you? 8. Man: Oh, Marsha, have you seen Jim P c. Man: Yes, I’m calling from the since his surgery? , In n tio accounting office. May I speak
Woman: No, but . . . uh . . . Linda and I ca u with the director?
plan to visit him in the hospital d E n
Woman: I’m sorry, she’s not in. I’m her this afternoon. rso a assistant. Perhaps I can help Man: Good, because his wife says he e P y you. really wants visitors. b 2 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 7 9.
Woman: Martin, isn’t that Sandy’s car 5.
Woman: Let’s take a cab. It’s raining. parked by the front door? Man:
But just a little, and I have an Man:
No, it’s Tom’s. You know, the umbrella. Let’s walk. new secretary.
Woman: No, it’s starting to rain harder.
Woman: Well, he’d better move it. He And here’s a cab. Get in.
parked in the director ’s space. 6. Man: Here’s your order, ma’am. 10. Man: How much is the bus fare?
That’ll be twenty-five dollars.
Woman: It’s $1.50. Do you want a
Woman: Let me check my wallet. No, I transfer?
don’t have cash. Will a credit Man: No, but please tell me when we card do?
get to my stop. I’m going to the Man: That will be fine. central post office. 7.
Woman: It’s really cold in here. Why Woman:
It’s the third stop after this. don’t you turn off the air-
Identifying Intent (page 67) conditioning? Man: Why would the air- 1.
Woman: Well, I made the call, and I got
conditioning be on? It’s winter.
the tickets for Sunday evening. Woman: Man: Oh, I see the problem.
Great. I’m so looking forward Someone left the window to this. They’re my favorite open. band.
Woman: Mine too. It’s at the Capital 8. Man: This old fax machine never
Theater. That’s the best place
works. It’s time to get a new for a concert. one.
Woman: Are you sure? Maybe it’s not 2. Man:
I’m so tired of this office. It’s so plugged in. ugly. Man: Woman: Oh, you’re right. How Why don’t you buy some new embarrassing. furniture? Or at least get a new rug. 9.
Woman: Is that today’s paper? Would Man: Hmm. New things are so you lend it to me a minute? expensive. But I could paint Man: Sure. Do you want to see . se the furniture I have now. today’s headlines? u m o
Woman: No, I just want to check the o 3.
Woman: I’d like to order a small plain ssr movie schedule. a pizza. r cl Man: fo Man: There isn’t any movie worth Would you like that delivered, ce seeing. Trust me. u or will you pick it up? d ro p Woman: I’ll pick it up. 10. Man:
Buy this sweater. It looks good re to Man:
I’ll send you a text message on on you. d te n
your cell when it’s ready to be
Woman: Yes, and it goes well with my ra g picked up.
skirt. But for the party I need a n o dress. issi 4. Man: I’m freezing cold. rm e Man: P Woman:
You’re right. It’s a formal Then you probably don’t want c.
party, and a long dress is more any ice cream. , In n suitable than a skirt. tio Man: No. I need something to warm ca u me up, like a cup of tea. d E n Woman: Well, maybe you should put on rso a a sweater, and then we can e P y have ice cream. b 2 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
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Identifying the Topic (page 69) 7.
Woman: I’m sending this hamburger back to the kitchen. 1.
Woman: I’m so tired of having car Man: problems.
Why? It looks nice and tasty to me. Is it undercooked? Man: What, your car broke down Woman: again? It’s overcooked. Look how burnt it is.
Woman: You won’t believe this, but I Man: ran out of gas. That’s the way I like it. Man: You should start taking the 8. Man: Did you see the headlines this bus. morning?
Woman: No. I didn’t buy the paper 2. Man: This steak is delicious. You because I was out of cash. should try it. Man: Woman:
You can read my copy. It’s over
Oh, no thanks. I don’t like steak. there on my desk. Man:
You’ll like this. It’s the cook’s Woman: specialty. That saves me 35 cents. Woman:
Perhaps, but I still don’t eat 9.
Woman: If you want to learn how to meat. manage your finances, you should read this book. 3.
Woman: I saw a nice-looking restaurant Man: not far from here.
I don’t have time for books like that. What I need is to earn Man: Yes, but I never go there. The more money. service is terrible. Woman: Woman: Maybe you should look for a That’s too bad. new job then. Man:
It doesn’t matter how good the
food is, the service is what’s 10. Man:
Can you come to my party? It’s important. on Friday after work.
Woman: I’d love to. Can I bring 4. Man: I’ve booked you on the 4:30 something to eat? flight. Man: Woman: There’ll be plenty of food Wonderful. Where can I pick there, but you could bring up the tickets? something to drink. Man:
You can get them at the airport . Woman: se when you check in. I’d rather bring food. u m o Woman:
Oh, then I had better leave early
Identifying a Reason (page 72) o ssr
to have enough time at check in. a 1.
Woman: This new conference room is r cl fo 5.
Woman: Are you interested in that nice, but where will everybody ce u lecture called “Buying your sit down? d ro p first home”? Man: We ordered the new chairs re to Man: No. I’d love to buy my own last week, but they haven’t d te n
place to live, but I just don’t arrived yet. ra g have enough money.
Woman: Well, I don’t know what to do n o Woman: issi Maybe the speaker has some
for now. We can’t ask people to rm e ideas about how to do it sit on the floor. P c. without a lot of money. 2. Man: I really need some help with , In n tio 6. Man:
The show starts at 5:15, so I’ll
this report I’m preparing for ca u
meet you in front of the theater the board meeting. d E n at 5:00.
Woman: Why don’t you call me at home rso a e
Woman: OK. I can’t wait to see this one.
this evening and we can talk it P y
All my favorite actors are in it. over. b 2 1 0 Man:
I’ll bring some snacks in case Man:
Thank you. I’ll call you after 2 we get hungry during the show. dinner. t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 9 3.
Woman: Well, see you later. I’m off to 9.
Woman: You should take the subway to
buy some clothes for my trip to the office today. Hawaii. Man:
Why? Driving’s faster and I’m Man:
Hawaii? I’d love to visit there. already late. That’s a great place for a
Woman: Traffic’s really heavy today vacation. because several streets are
Woman: It is, but I’m going there for a closed for construction. conference. 10. Man: I didn’t get any lunch, and 4. Man: You got here so late. We now I’m really hungry. thought you had an accident.
Woman: I thought you went to the
Woman: Not exactly. I had a flat tire. cafeteria. Man: I’m sorry. Well, come on in. Man:
Yes, but it was late and by the Everybody’s waiting for you. time I got there, there was Woman: I’m sorry to be so late. nothing good left. Woman: You should have told me. I 5.
Woman: Do you mind if I open the
window? It’s so warm in here. would have brought you Man: something.
Please don’t. The street noise really bothers me.
Identifying a Location (page 75)
Woman: I’ll turn on the air-conditioning 1. Man:
I’m getting together later with then. I need some cool air. some friends from the office. Man:
I like it warm. Why don’t you
Woman: Will you be at that café just take off your coat? downstairs? 6. Man:
This elevator is so slow. Let’s Man:
No, we’re going to that other take the stairs.
café, the one next to the park.
Woman: I can’t walk down all those Woman:
Oh, I love that place. It has a stairs. great view of the park. Man: Sure you can. Come on, I’m 2. Man: Are you waiting for the tired of waiting for this
number four? I think the rain is elevator. making it late. . Woman:
You go ahead. I’ll wait for the se
Woman: Probably, but I wish it would u elevator. m o get here soon. I hate standing o ssr 7.
Woman: You’re still here? I thought out here in the rain. a r cl you’d finished all your work Man:
Me too. I can’t wait to get home fo ce for today.
and take off these wet clothes. u d ro Man:
I have, but I’m waiting for an p 3.
Woman: I have a reservation for tonight re important phone call. and tomorrow night. to d
Woman: Well, don’t stay too late or te n Man: Yes, you’re in room twenty- ra
you’ll be tired all day tomorrow. g three on the second floor. n o 8. Man: Why are we meeting in this Here’s the key. issi rm e uncomfortable office? Woman: Thank you. Can somebody P c.
Woman: They’re still painting the big help me with my bags? , In n conference room. Man:
I’m sorry, we don’t have any tio ca Man:
Well, I don’t see how we can fit
porters to help you at this time u d E enough chairs in this small
of night, and the elevator is out n rso room.
of order. I’d help you, but I a e P Woman:
It will be tight, but it’s a short can’t leave the front desk. y b 2 meeting. 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 10 4. Man:
I’ve looked all over the office, 10. Man: This is a nice park. I should
but I can’t find my cell phone. come here more often.
Woman: Hmm. Did you take a cab?
Woman: It’s really close to the office, and Maybe you left it in the cab.
it’s a good place to take a walk. Man:
No, I took a bus. I know, I left Man:
Yes, it’s good to get a little
it at the restaurant where I had exercise. lunch. Woman: You should take more walks in Woman:
Let’s go back to the restaurant the park. or at least call them.
Identifying an Opinion (page 77) 5. Woman: Wait for me downstairs. 1.
Woman: I never take the bus. It’s so Man: OK. Should I wait out by the inconvenient. front door? Man:
Really? I think it’s relaxing.
Woman: No, don’t go outside. Just And it’s inexpensive, too. stand near the elevator.
Woman: Maybe, but the subway is faster. Man:
OK. I’ll see you downstairs in a Man: Who likes to be underground? few minutes. Not me. 6. Man: You can leave me on the next 2. Man: I don’t know what to do block. It’s that blue house. about Bob.
Woman: All right. The fare’s seven
Woman: Yes, his work isn’t very good. dollars and fifty cents. We’ll have to talk to him. Man: Here you are. Keep the change. Man: He might lose his job if he 7.
Woman: Can you tell me where the doesn’t improve. frozen dinners are? Woman:
He has to learn to fit into the Man: They’re in the frozen food company. section, aisle five. 3.
Woman: This is a nice hotel, don’t you
Woman: Aisle five. They’re on sale this think? week, right? Man:
Yes. It isn’t very big, but I like it. Man: Yes. But the sale ends
Woman: The beds are so comfortable, tomorrow. and I’ve never had better . se 8. Man: Are you ready to go? Do you service. u m o have all your books? Man:
I hope the restaurant is as good. o ssr
Woman: Yes. Some of these books I’m a 4. Man:
This is a nice city, except for r cl returning are overdue, you the cold weather. fo ce know. u
Woman: I know. The snow is pretty, but d ro Man:
Then you’ll have to pay a late p I prefer a warmer climate. re fine. to Man: At least it isn’t raining. d te n 9.
Woman: We’ll be landing in Los ra 5.
Woman: Have you seen any good TV g Angeles soon. n programs lately? o Man: I have to catch the connecting issi Man:
I never watch TV. It’s boring. rm e flight to Hawaii as soon as we
Woman: Maybe you’re right. There P c. land.
really aren’t many interesting , In n
Woman: I believe that flight is leaving tio or funny programs. ca
from gate fifty-four. We’re on u Man: d Let’s get some DVDs. E
time, so you’ll be able to make n rso your connection. a e P y b 2 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 11 6. Man: What did you think of last 3. Man:
You didn’t stay at the office all night’s lecture? night?
Woman: I thought it was terribly Woman:
I did. I had a lot of work to do. interesting. Man: You must be really sleepy. Why Man:
I enjoyed it, too, though it was don’t you go home and get a bit too long. some rest? Woman: No, I still have more to do. 7.
Woman: How do you like your new job, José? 4. Woman: I’m starving. Is the chicken Man:
It’s difficult so far, but I like it. ready yet?
Woman: That’s good. It’s important to Man: Chicken? You said you didn’t like your job.
like chicken, or fish. You said Man:
It’d be better to like it and have you wanted hamburgers. it be easy. Woman: I didn’t say I didn’t like
chicken. I love chicken. It’s 8. Man: Are you having fun in your Spanish class, Sally? hamburgers I don’t like. Woman: Man:
No, I don’t really like it. It’s
Well, tonight it’s hamburgers… too easy. or we go out. Man: Maybe you can sign up for a 5. Man:
That meeting wasn’t really useful. harder class next semester. Woman: Didn’t you think it was Woman: I like a challenge. informative? I thought it was very interesting. 9.
Woman: Have you seen Bill lately? Man: Man: No, he’s almost never here,
No, it was a real waste of time. Woman: and he doesn’t do any work Maybe that’s why you fell when he is. asleep.
Woman: You’re right. He always takes 6. Woman: When you go to the bank, could sick days. What a lazy guy. you cash this check for me? Man:
I’m not going to the bank. I’m 10. Man: This pizza is delicious. Woman: just going to call the bank.
You think it’s good? It’s terrible. Man: Woman: Why? Is it too greasy for you? Oh. I thought you said you . se Woman: were going to put money into
Greasy, cold, the tomato sauce is u m o
runny, and the cheese tastes old. your account. o ssr a
Identifying Stress and Tone (page 80) 7. Man:
It’s so hot outside you could r cl cook on the sidewalk. fo 1. Man:
The copy machine isn’t broken ce Woman: Then you don’t want to go to u d again? ro that soccer game? p Woman: re Yep. The repair person must be Man: Of course I do. Do you think I to d
getting really tired of trying to
just want to stay inside all day te n fix this thing. ra watching TV? g n Man: o
It seems like every time we turn issi
this machine on it breaks down. 8. Woman: This is really awful food. rm Man: e Woman: I thought you would like this Maybe the solution is not turn P c. restaurant. It’s the most it on. , In n popular one in town. tio 2. Woman: You’re picking up the check? ca Woman: Really? Then people must not u d Man: I thought I should pay for care about bad food and high E n tonight’s meal. prices. rso a e Woman: P You’ve never paid for dinner y 9. Man:
This job is the best, isn’t it? b before. 2 1 Woman: I know I shouldn’t complain, 0 Man: Don’t you remember that time 2 but things could be better. t © in 1996? h ig Man:
I don’t think so. I’ve never had yr p o a more interesting job than C this one.
INTRODUCTORY COURSE AUDIOSCRIPT: LISTENING COMPREHENSION 12 10. Woman: You finished all that work
Questions 7 through 9 refer to the following already? conversation. Man:
No, but I was tired, so I left the Woman: Tina missed the staff meeting office early. yesterday. Was she sick? Woman: That wasn’t a good idea. You Man: No, she got here too late
should’ve just had some coffee because she was stuck in and continued working. traffic. Man:
I don’t see you volunteering to Woman Oh, right. That accident work all night. downtown caused a big traffic
Strategy Practice (page 83)
jam, didn’t it? Well, Tina missed some important information at
Questions 1 through 3 refer to the following the meeting, and I have to conversation. review the new budget report Woman: This line is too long. We’ve
with her. Please tell her to see already been waiting 15 me in my office at 11. minutes. Man:
Questions 10 through 12 refer to the We’re only buying these two
shirts. Let’s go to the express following conversation. Woman:
checkout lane. It’s a lot shorter. My new job at the hospital is Do you have your credit card so great, and much better than ready? my old office job. And my co- Woman: workers are so nice. The express lane is cash only, Man:
but I don’t have enough cash.
Good. That’s important, to feel comfortable with your co-
Questions 4 through 6 refer to the following workers. conversation. Woman:
There’s just one tiny problem. I Woman: I really want to spend our only get paid once a month.
vacation at the beach again this Man: That’s terrible. You should year. I know you want to go to
work in a school like I do. I get the lake, but it always rains my paycheck every two weeks.
there, and it’s so far away, and . none of our friends go there.
Questions 13 through 15 refer to the se u Man: following conversation. m
I know, but the fishing there is o o Man: the best, and you enjoy the I’m taking this jacket right ssr a swimming. back to the store. r cl fo Woman: Woman: I prefer swimming at the Why? It looks so good on you. ce u d beach, and they have a better Green is your color. ro p Man: tennis club.
It’s brand new, and already it’s re to Man: lost a button. And it was d We go there every year. This te n
year we’re flying to the lake. expensive! $370! ra g n o issi rm e P c. , In n tio ca u d E n rso a e P y b 2 1 0 2 t © h ig yr p o C
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